Spare Tire Well Rust - Trunk Pan
First thing I did was measure the depth (click on image to enlarge):
Then I used a Saws All and a Cut Off Wheel to cut all the old metal out. Notice valance toward the rear. I drilled the spot welds out in that area:
Here is the old metal that was removed:
This is the original spare tire hold down / gas tank support bracket (not reproduced yet):
Next I screwed the replacement panel in using #8 self tapping screws. Measure the depth of the panel at this point to insure it is located correctly. My old panel was sagging about 1/4" in the middle so you need to spend some time here and get it right:
First thing I did was measure the depth (click on image to enlarge):
Then I used a Saws All and a Cut Off Wheel to cut all the old metal out. Notice valance toward the rear. I drilled the spot welds out in that area:
Here is the old metal that was removed:
This is the original spare tire hold down / gas tank support bracket (not reproduced yet):
Next I screwed the replacement panel in using #8 self tapping screws. Measure the depth of the panel at this point to insure it is located correctly. My old panel was sagging about 1/4" in the middle so you need to spend some time here and get it right:
