Making Sheet Metal Patch Panels

Using two separate pieces and welding together will make the piece stronger and also make it easier to shape the metal than making the piece out of one piece of metal.

Making sheet metal patch panels.

When there is only a small area of damage like this it will save a lot of time and preserve more of the originality. This video explains how to make a patch panel johnson customs style. Start larger than you need then trim gradually until a perfect fit is achieved. How i make patterns and patch panels.

To make a template simply apply some masking tape over the area you wish to replace and draw lines across each. We really hope this video is helpful to anyone out there who is struggling to cover up a. Read on as we show you some basic techniques you can use to reshape and shape your metals from the comfort of your own home with basic metal shaping handtools. Draw out and cut a template of the patch panel needed.

After carefully cutting out the rusted metal from the panel the next step is to make a patch template. Take measurements and transfer them to a piece of cardboard the kind you can cut with a scissor.