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I am restoring a 1972 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40 which has some pretty significant rust issues. The rear floor is no exception. I want to make a press that will stamp a factory "looking" rib in the sheetmetal. I have found some decent threads on landcruiser based forums where guys have done some pretty awesome restos making pans themselves.One thread in particular shows how a guy made a die to put into his homemade press and stamp out the ribs I was talking about. My main question is will normal low carbon steel hold up to the task if I use a similar setup like he has? Below is a couple of pics of his setup. Do you think I could also get away with using two jacks instead of the three he has? I'm planning on using 16ga sheetmetal to make the pans. Will it require alot of force (aka three jacks worth of) to punch out the ribs?I have most of the steel to fabricate about 75% of it. Really only need to purchase the jacks, flat bar pieces to make the dies and I'm sure some other unforseen odds and ends. I don't mind spending a couple hundred on getting it done. I might be able to recoop my investment and then some if I punch a few sets out and sell them to members on the boards. These toyotas sure like to rot. Most vendors sell them from anywhere from $375-600 +shipping. Attached Images
Reply:I think you'll be fine with mild steel (A36) so long as the geometry of the structure is right, and the materials are large enough for the forces.You're going to need a lot of force to get a tight crimp in the metal. You'll probably need all three jacks. the outer edges will thank you for it.There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:Originally Posted by toomanytoyzzOne thread in particular shows how a guy made a die to put into his homemade press and stamp out the ribs I was talking about. My main question is will normal low carbon steel hold up to the task if I use a similar setup like he has? Below is a couple of pics of his setup. Do you think I could also get away with using two jacks instead of the three he has? I'm planning on using 16ga sheetmetal to make the pans. Will it require alot of force (aka three jacks worth of) to punch out the ribs?
Reply:Rust is an issue, why not use aluminum?Find a local fab shop with a C & C press take them your plate and have him bend it.Maybe not the "Do It Yourself" but will still be able to sell them.Owned two 70's era Landcruisers, low under and hang on.
Reply:Thanks for the responses guys. I think I'm gonna tackle this job down the road in a couple of months. I have to purchase plenty of other aftermarket sheetmetal that I would love to make myself, but regretfully decline due to the complex curves and radii. It's just out of my expertise to get it looking how I like it. I actually sourced out a used gas tank pan from a guy in CA. It's mint. That type of vintage sheetmetal just doesn't exist on the rust coast:Here's a few pics of what I'm working with. I definitely have my work cut out for me. (yes that is a piece of wood I removed which was being utilized as a section of the rear body) Attached ImagesLast edited by toomanytoyzz; 10-05-2012 at 09:58 PM.
Reply:Wish me luck!!Last edited by toomanytoyzz; 10-05-2012 at 10:14 PM.
Reply:oh we do. You're going to need it.There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger |
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