Dan O Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 I have some stainless side-trim or molding on my 1949 sedanette rear fenders that is bent up and in need of repair. One side was squished partially flat in a garage door frame and the other is perfect except it looks like it was smashed over someone's knee (like breaking a stick!) while off the car. Both probably have 1/6" tears in the metal. I live in Houston so a place within 3-4 hours of Houston would be preferalble. Also, has anyone got advice on polishing stainless trim themselves at home? Is it do-able or best left to the pros? Eastwood has a lot of supplies but are they what is required to do an A+ job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ttotired Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 I have done the polishing myself at home, nothing to it really, just have to be careful that the wheel does not grab your piece and send it flying or worse Look at the utube videos on the steps to take, its basically like polishing paint As for the repairs, I cant help, except to say you might have to ring around to find someone thats willing to not just un flatten a trim, but weld one as well The composition of the stainless can effect the color of it compared to a welded piece/section, so the repair can sometimes still be visible and this type of repair work can be very expensive Again, watch some utube movies on stainless trim repairs and think of how much labor time will be involved in fixing the trims (Its frightening) Little dings are not that hard, but re construction is Good luck Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 What Mick said with the added advise that a buffing wheel is by far the most dangerous tool in the shop. It's capable of serious mayhem and it happens so fast it's all over before you even feel it...........Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smartin Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 These are very tough to repair, given their concave shape. They are also very hard to come by in good shape, so you almost have to repair the ones you have...because the chances of finding a good one are slim. When you do, you pay $$$$. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 A little more than 3-4 hours from you but from what I hear this company does excellent work. http://www.antiqueautomotiveservice.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Eaton Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I have a business card from Rick Monroe in the San Antonio area. Think I saw him and finished parts at the spring New Braunfels swap meet.His phone is 210-584-5856 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 A little more than 3-4 hours from you but from what I hear this company does excellent work. http://www.antiqueautomotiveservice.comPlus one here^^^.Give Adam a call.Rick Monroe has moved to Utah and his work was just OK. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick man Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 ….. shameless self promoters …. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan O Posted January 8, 2016 Author Share Posted January 8, 2016 Thanks, gents! Bout what I expected - all good info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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