Hayden Smith’s Modified – Body Panels

Project Part 5

On this particular car, the body panels are actually the easiest part. I added hems to make the edges smooth and some simple bends to add character to the body.

I started by hanging the rear quarter and door panels on the car and marking the back side, using the tire as a guide, to cut out the wheel-well area. I hem the edges so they are not sharp and won’t cut the tire. I also laid out the rough placement of the holes that the nerf bars will pass through. I won’t cut the holes in the door until after all the bends are made and I can fit it to the frame.

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