QucikSilver

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I converted my trans am to a formula. I need to fill the holes in the rocker panel. I have a welder and body filler both in my garage, I just need some directions from someone that knows more than me.

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LLLosingit

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Depends on the size of the holes, If they are bigger than a dime you can cut some small pieces of sheet metal the same size as the hole and make a series of tack welds to weld in without getting it to hot and warping the panel.
If they are smaller you can do plug welds. There are tons of how to videos on you-tube.

QucikSilver

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Thanks. I wish I could do plug welds, but I cannot reach around the back side of the panel.

ARLS1

ABS epoxy on the fenders. You will want to add a little reinforcement to the back (mesh) which can be accessed by removing the fender well liner. Epoxy, sand, filler, sand, etc. For the holes in the rocker I would grind around them to expose metal and weld in similar sized bolts as filler. Hold the bolt about 1/8 deep into the hole, tack weld it in place, weld lightly around it, cut off excess with cutoff wheel then grind smooth. Filler, primer, etc. From there. With a panel that small and strong warping shouldn't be much of an issue, but plan on using body filler of ccourse

80/TA/LT1

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I've used pennies from behind and filled in with mig wire for small holes. the mig wire wont stick to the penny. If access from behind isn't possible, drill a small hole in the penny, put a small bolt through it with nuts on both ends but somewhat loose, cut a small slot horizontally in the rocker just enough to pop the penny in, pull back on the bolt, and start welding

80/TA/LT1

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or use this method with a washer, that way it will take up more space and also become part of the weld...

QucikSilver

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Thank you very much for all the help. I am going to get started on trying to figure this out. If anyone else has anything that they would like to contribute, I would really appreciate it.

Thanks