**Auto body thread**(tools pass/fail, recs, techniques)

[espyking83]

Starting to get into restoration and could use tips and tool recommendations. Figured someone else out there might appreciate something like this as much as I would. So if you have some tips or feedback on tools that can be bought at a bargain please let us know!

 

[espyking83]

^Reserved.

 

[espyking83]

**Reserved.

 

[1950mercury]

Reserved

 

[tbaggz]

< not reserved.

 

[espyking83]

 

[espyking83]

What's the best DA sander under $70?

 

[Stooge]

whats going on in this thread already? what are all the reserved posts about

What's the best DA sander under $70?

air or electric?
my air is a dynabrade i bought used from a buddy who owns a body shop. my electric is just a milwaukee i bought at home depot years ago, still works fine and definitely got my moneys worth but its starting to get pretty loud and sounds like its starting to fail. just checked on homedepot's website and its $70

 

[vandezand]

What is a da sander

 

[espyking83]

whats going on in this thread already? what are all the reserved posts about



air or electric?
my air is a dynabrade i bought used from a buddy who owns a body shop. my electric is just a milwaukee i bought at home depot years ago, still works fine and definitely got my moneys worth but its starting to get pretty loud and sounds like its starting to fail. just checked on homedepot's website and its $70

Air. And I reserved the first two replies for techniques and the other for links to recommended tools.

What is a da sander

Dual action. Or random orbital. I say tomato you say....

 

[skyking]

I like cows .


In that price range just get what hf has. They also have paper. You should have a local body shop supply store near you .they have tools and several levels of product ( paint)

 

[skyking]

I'm thinking the "reserved thing" will be lost on most of us here.

 

[chicane]

You should have supported the Auto restoration forum idea then you wouldn't have to keep bumping this ridiculous thread.

 

[espyking83]

You should have supported the Auto restoration forum idea then you wouldn't have to keep bumping this ridiculous thread.

I did.


DERP

 

[espyking83]

And what is ridiculous about this thread? Please cover all vaginas upon entering this thread.

 

[GarageWarrior]

And what is ridiculous about this thread? Please cover all vaginas upon entering this thread.

Not sure if that'd be too far from you, but if you can come up to CT this Saturday, my whole setup of body-shop tools - pneumatic, electric, hand tools - all will be auctioned off with no reserve. I just dropped it off at Petrowsky Auctioneers in North Franklin, CT on consignment
http://www.petrowskyauctioneers.com/index.do?
DAY 2 - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 8:30 AM

DA sanders, Porta Power w rams/spreaders/wedgers, panel sanders, sandpaper, belt sanders, offset flangers, metal punchers, air body saws, air chisels/scrapers, receivers/dryers, hoses, GearHead flex ratchet wrenches, Thread detectors, electric sanders, drills, buffers, banders, pannel beaters, body hammers, dollies, riveters, vises, jacks. Complete setup in small lots, get whatever you need. Many other tools and repair-shop supplies. I don't have the workshop, nor space to keep it any more, so decided to let it all go.

 

[PBCampbell]

WOW! That's a lot of stuff.

 

[GSEninja]

say what!! Thats a nice collection, sorry you had to part ways!

Not sure if the OP was serious about the DA sander question, but i just had a yard sale and sold off 3 different DA's and kept the Lowes brand Kobalt... everything about the way the handle feels, the trigger, air inlet adjuster, lubrication point, etc i dig!

http://www.lowes.com/pd_75988-47120-SGY-AIR135_0__?productId=3309224

 

[cartpix]

I don't know what your skill level is but since you're just buying tools & not sure what you need, I'd say not very high. I did body & fender repair, for the better part of 20 years. Autobody is an art form compared to mechanical work. You might look into taking an autobody class, at a local community collage or trade school. You will learn about the tools, you will want, there. I took a year of school, before I got my 1st job. The learning curve, when I went to work, was vertical. It took a few years, before I was really good at it.

For tools, you will need an assortment of body hammers & dollies, an acetylene torch, a mig welder, and an assortment of of sanding blocks & long sanding boards. Wreches, ratches, sockets, & screwdriver. As for air tools, a small angle grinder with a mandrel to fit the 3" 3M roloc disks, a large grinder (9"), long sander, jitterbug, & da.

Good Luck,

Jeff

 

[PBCampbell]

I've only done "shade tree" type stuff. I'd agree that body work at least at the highest level is an art form as it takes practice(lots of time) to get really good. If this is a one off thing and you have the time, hand sanding is an alternative to a whole bunch of machines. a MIG welder, at least a small one, is almost essential for replacing bad (rusted) steel (maybe borrow). Acetylene isn't really necessary in my opinion, you can get by with a good propane torch or at worst a propane/oxygen setup.
Panel beating isn't my forte but I will say I use a greater variety of dollies than I do hammers (heck I use ball peen hammers for some areas). This is something that you sort of have to do to get a feel for what works best for you. Look at Martin's website and give consideration to the hammers and dollies they offer in their basic kits. These are probably the tools that have the most utility.

 

[Vegaman_Dan]

I would probably run the idea of reserving spaces in the thread by the admins of the site first. Right now it looks a bit self serving and not very friendly. That's the appearance of the comments.

"And what is ridiculous about this thread? Please cover all vaginas upon entering this thread. "

Aaaaand right there you lost all respect or chance of being taken seriously. Come on, leave the attitude out if you want to be social and hope to get some real value out of the topic.

Remember, garbage in, garbage out. Is that really how you want this topic to be treated?

 

[PBCampbell]

I can't say I read any "attitude". I presumed the "reserved" as a thread bump. Then again I'm not a particularly "sensitive", emotive, tree hugging, flower smelling, perfume wearing, etc. type of guy.

 

[wornoutoldman]

If you haven't already get this book.

Product Description

This book, entitled "The Key to Metal Bumping," is an excellent instruction manual and guide for every body man or student. It provides authoritative reference for techniques and methods for all phases of body and fender work. Its 126 pages cover most approaches to body repair problems. Visual assistance is rendered by more than 100 illustrations. It includes explanations of many time-saving short-cut methods to make the job easier and better. Among other features is a glossary of terms used in the trade. This is the third edition. The first was published in the late thirties and over the years has enjoyed widespread acceptance and usage as a guide and test by many public, private and trade schools. It is a perfect "tool of the trade" for the student and journeyman alike. Made in U.S.A.

 

[espyking83]

I would probably run the idea of reserving spaces in the thread by the admins of the site first. Right now it looks a bit self serving and not very friendly. That's the appearance of the comments.

"And what is ridiculous about this thread? Please cover all vaginas upon entering this thread. "

Aaaaand right there you lost all respect or chance of being taken seriously. Come on, leave the attitude out if you want to be social and hope to get some real value out of the topic.

Remember, garbage in, garbage out. Is that really how you want this topic to be treated?

I didnt respond like that until he bashed my thread.

If you haven't already get this book.

Product Description

This book, entitled "The Key to Metal Bumping," is an excellent instruction manual and guide for every body man or student. It provides authoritative reference for techniques and methods for all phases of body and fender work. Its 126 pages cover most approaches to body repair problems. Visual assistance is rendered by more than 100 illustrations. It includes explanations of many time-saving short-cut methods to make the job easier and better. Among other features is a glossary of terms used in the trade. This is the third edition. The first was published in the late thirties and over the years has enjoyed widespread acceptance and usage as a guide and test by many public, private and trade schools. It is a perfect "tool of the trade" for the student and journeyman alike. Made in U.S.A.

Awesome! Will check it out.

 

[Tawn]

Hutchins for pneumatic sanders. Expensive but worth it.