Fiberglass Sheet Metal Repair

After slicing the patches out with a cutoff wheel next came the bending hammer and dolly session until the patches matched the holes and fit snug and flush into the flanged seat.

Fiberglass sheet metal repair.

Air bubbles reduce bond and will expand with heat causing future problems. Once the fiberglass is layed up it should immediately be rolled out with a fin or bubble roller to remove any air trapped in between layers or part. Fiberglass rust repairs are easily available at all local auto body supply store. Scuff the entire area removing any loose or damaged metal down to solid metal.

Grind the area of the metal that will be getting fiberglass applied to it using an air grinder. Fiberglass is a non corrosive material that can be used as reinforcement or as a repair patch on almost all surfaces including metal plastic and wood. Typically fiberglass is used for rust repair by replacing the rusted metal and sealing the surface. I used a piece of pvc pipe a vice mount miniature metal break and body hammer kit.