General Description of Work: Fabricate new apron lower edge stiffener (some of the
fabrication work was done in the last billing - see number 16 & 17 photo
descriptions for last invoice). Install lower
edge stiffener to apron on car, tack weld, mark new mounting hole locations, then
remove front fender and running board, lift body and remove apron from car. Install
new stiffener to apron, correct old mounting holes, straighten apron to remove
welding warp, then lift body and reinstall apron to car.
Photo 1) Photo shows the old splash apron lower edge wrapping
under the running board. The old edge served as a stiffener and was made of
light material bent at 90%. It did not run the length of the apron
uninterrupted. It allowed for too much flex. Also, the stiffener mounting
holes, visible from other side, were incorrect (as shown in photo #3).
Photo 2) Photo shows the new splash apron bottom edge made of
heavier material. The new 90% edge is not as wide but it runs the length
unbroken and is made of heavier material. It is cleaner looking and stronger. The
strength is important because when the splash apron is removed later for
bodywork and paint, it will not be flimsy and prone to flexing which could
cause paint cracking problems later. Also, it eliminates the incorrectly placed
mounting holes along the bottom edge of splash apron.
Photo 3) Photo shows
incorrect mounting holes of lower edge with correct locations drilled in new
90% stiffener.
Photo 4) Photo shows weld to correct hole. The welds were then
dressed down, the piece was turned over and new holes drilled from backside.
Photo 5) Checking piece for straightness.
Photo 6) Work area.
Photo 7) Apron with new stiffener edge and holes corrected.
