Removing side panels?

[MJRemi]

I'd like to remove the exterior side panels from the bed of the '86 but have never done any type of body work before. I have cutting wheels and a sawzall but I do not want to hack the panel up. I want clean cuts or prefer to keep the entire panel as intact as possible. Any words of wisdom from experienced members are welcome.

 

FYI: I will be using the lower section between the front of the bed (driver side) and the wheel well to patch damage on the Street Comanche. I have a buyer for both top rails from front to back and 8" in height. The rest is left-overs.

 

Image Not Found

[Jeep Driver]

I've never done it but I've seen it done. Spot welds are drilled out and the panel peals off. Nothing should get cut at all unless you are cutting the patch.

[sinkrun]

Yes spot welds drilled and then the panels is pealed off I am no pro but have been teaching myself the last year. You tube and searching google can find some videos not on a Comanche but same idea. I am about a week from cutting out a section from above the wheel well (if I can find a patch) there will be some spot welds if I can get to it i will take some pictures also taking off the rockers lots of spot welds there to.

[MJRemi]

10-4 on the spot-welds. I'll do the removal in July and if the left-overs can cover your needed patches, sinkrun, I'll be glad to cut and send the patch metal to you for shipping cost only.

[Automan2164]

They make spot weld drill bits that work fantastic. I would highly recommend one. The pin keeps it centered, and it cuts around the spot weld rather than through it.

 

 

Rob

[sinkrun]

I buy my cutters from this guy on ebay very good stuff and cheap compared to retail welding shops.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/380329558913?ss ... 1438.l2649

[JENSSEN]

I just did a box side on my 90 it's on my build pm me if you need extra pics or videos