apc wrote:
> Well I just finished putting the NV3550 into my 1988 Jeep Wrangler. After
> having to cut the floor board back 1/2" towards the center counsel I now
> have a big problem. The original rubber boot that go over the two shifter
> levers is not big enough to cover the entire hole. As a matter of a fact
> where the original screw hole were to hold these boots down there isn't any
> sheet metal. The question is, can I buy the original sheet metal from any
> vendor that does not have any holes in it and then cut my own. Of course
> this means I have to replace the carpet too. Any ideas?

Suggestion, try to fabricate it yourself. Start with a piece of cardboard
and cut it to size, mark all the holes, set it in just like you would the steel.

Then get a piece of sheet stock and use the cardboard template to mark it.

Since this piece is exposed below you should paint all exposed areas with
rust proofing and use some RTV sealant to ensure a gas-tight/water-tight
seal. Watch the sheet metal screws so you don't accidentally hit something
under the pan.

Of course this depends a lot on what tools you have, but your basic hammer,
sandbag, skill saw, and drill should get you going.

Small pieces of steel are available at most lumber yards or from local metal
fabricator shops. Actually some fabricator shops might just help you learn
how.


--
DougW

 

> . . .
> Small pieces of steel are available at most lumber yards or from local metal
> fabricator shops. Actually some fabricator shops might just help you learn
> how.
Or you might try roof flashing or ducting material - often
available in rolls and made of aluminum or galvanized steel.

JELo




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UGH, not another galvanized sheetmetal (read 'thin tin') floor
job! Home Depot and the other place like them have displays of
steel and aluminum. You are looking for some 20ga stcok ( .032")
or so. The flashing material is usually around 28ga or .011"

JELo wrote:
>
> > . . .
> > Small pieces of steel are available at most lumber yards or from local metal
> > fabricator shops. Actually some fabricator shops might just help you learn
> > how.
> Or you might try roof flashing or ducting material - often
> available in rolls and made of aluminum or galvanized steel.
>
> JELo
>
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