beepbeepmyredjeep Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 So, my MJ has some minor surface rust on both sides. I'm thinking of trying my hand at repairing the rust and repainting the entire truck. I've never done body work before, but I have done drywall work, including applying mud, sanding, and roller painting. Any guides you guys would recommend for a beginner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I'm listening too :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinkrun Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Will be watching this thread as you just said what I have been saying for a few weeks. I have watched some body work being done and helped prep before. My Pap was a body man way back I have all his equipment just sitting. I got some quotes on body work and it just way out of line. Just had floors in the XJ done they were really bad $500.00 and IMO the works not that great same guy just patched some very light rust on the rocker and painted $400.00 more. I am borrowing or buying a gas mig and starting on my rockers this week on the other XJ if it goes well the MJ is next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Sam Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I have some to do on the WJ in the next day or two, I suppose I could take photos and post a little how to. There's not much too it, just mostly skill gained from experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakjeep93 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 ive helped my cousin prep an old chevy for paint. from what iev learned its asll about prep and making sure your surface is really clean. but ive still got lots to learn.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I'll be doing this myself soon also... My boss is an old body guy and has offered tools and help. just for kicks, I wanted an estimate done, and actually just got the results today: One California fresh MJ, normal scratches and dents. No trim to tape around whatsoever. No interior, no drivetrain. Just a roller ready to go. Paint will be bright white, base/clear. $3,974.26 + tax. Yep. Doing it myself. Rob :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinkrun Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 WOW and I thought $3000.00 for a rusty xj was high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyleag89 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Body work is over-rated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeepcoMJ Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Will be watching this thread as you just said what I have been saying for a few weeks. I have watched some body work being done and helped prep before. My Pap was a body man way back I have all his equipment just sitting. I got some quotes on body work and it just way out of line. Just had floors in the XJ done they were really bad $500.00 and IMO the works not that great same guy just patched some very light rust on the rocker and painted $400.00 more. I am borrowing or buying a gas mig and starting on my rockers this week on the other XJ if it goes well the MJ is next. wish I could get people to pay me that for floors....I'd do them every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 This thread has really be inspiring. Its author is alway happy to answer any stupid questions that come up http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=4878 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinkrun Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Thats a great thread thanks, it locked me out after a few pages so I will have to sign up. I did dive in today on my first rocker on the XJ it was one of classic to current panels from ebay. I did have to do some fitting and after I drilled all the welds out realized with this panel that was not needed. I think this panel would have went on over top the old but I cut all the rusted one out anyway. My buddys coming up with his welder friday to finish it part of the backing plate is gone also he says we will make a patch for it. My MJ is next they are not near as bad so I hope the backing panels are still good. I will try a write up on when I do the MJ. It is a great feeling knowing I saved $50.00 a hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted April 22, 2011 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Xj forum is kinda a PITA. It works great with the Tapatalk forum app for a smartphone tho.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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