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Old 06-20-2003, 12:09 PM
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to use for DIY fender rolling?

i'm rubbin like a ****. grrrr
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louisville slugger?
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eh pppbbbbtttt. you no help
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Default seriously though .. for anyone who DIY'd their roll ...

what did you use? tips?
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Ballpeen hammer and tape...
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doh... youre kidding right?
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Where do you live? I have a fender roller that I could lend ya if you're close.
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Default houston texass. you?

can i still borrow it if i pay for round shipping?

mebbe please? =)

many in the texas forums can vouch for my veracity. i'm a stand up kinda guy. heh
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Default Yes I'm serious...

You just want to tuck the fender lip in and hold the fender liner in. If you work slow you can get it done good. It helps to heat up the paint some too.

I did try to use a fender rolling tool. To big and clunky... But the key is to use a ballpeen hammer. It has a small flat surface and small.
If you crack the paint, apply clear over it.


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