Trimming inner fender lip...

[1967coronet440]

I plan to trim the inner fender lips on my 67, very limited on space I just want to make sure I don’t have a rubbing issue. Is it as simple as taking my die grinder with a cut off wheel to the lip, any tips appreciated.

 

[big_shmoop]

Aren't they're welds there to attach the outer skin? I can't remember off the top of my head.

Is rolling it an option? I've done it on a few cars and will always prefer that to cutting if possible.

 

[1967coronet440]

Yes there are welds, Never rolled one before is there a special tool?

 

[big_shmoop]

Yeah, Eastwood makes the nicest version I've used...there may be nicer out there as well.

They used to be more expensive. A buddy of mine bought it and he would lend it out as needed. The odd shape of these 66-67 Bodies wheel openings might make it a little tricky, but nothing too crazy.

 

[PurpleBeeper]

Yeah, Eastwood makes the nicest version I've used...there may be nicer out there as well.

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They used to be more expensive. A buddy of mine bought it and he would lend it out as needed. The odd shape of these 66-67 Bodies wheel openings might make it a little tricky, but nothing too crazy.

Wish I would have known about this tool earlier. A couple years ago I rolled my fenders by cutting outwards on the lip with a saws-all in 2" pieces & using a hammer & body work "anvil" to roll the pieces over. It did not turn out how I hoped & now I have a seam of bondo on my new quarters

 

[Mike67]

Yeah, Eastwood makes the nicest version I've used...there may be nicer out there as well.

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They used to be more expensive. A buddy of mine bought it and he would lend it out as needed. The odd shape of these 66-67 Bodies wheel openings might make it a little tricky, but nothing too crazy.

There was one on eBay for $49 a while back...
If you do decide to do it I would use a 3" cutoff wheel not grind it. I would cut slits about an 1/2-1" wide and bend them up. That way if you ever want to put it back you can bend them back and weld the cuts up. Either way keep a wet rag to keep it cool and use some fingernail polish to touch up the edge when done to help keep the paint from lifting. Good luck!

 

[moes]

I had friends years ago use a baseball bat to roll the inner fenders of their cars to fit bigger tires. I've never tried it.

 

[big_shmoop]

Wish I would have known about this tool earlier. A couple years ago I rolled my fenders by cutting outwards on the lip with a saws-all in 2" pieces & using a hammer & body work "anvil" to roll the pieces over. It did not turn out how I hoped & now I have a seam of bondo on my new quarters

Ouch...sorry to hear that.

There was one on eBay for $49 a while back...

Back about 10 years ago any tool worth getting was $100+, the eBay deals were around then as well. I'm just surprised to see Eastwood selling for less now. If they were this cheap all those forum pass around loaners would have probably never existed. It is for sure one of those tools you use once and then probably don't even think about for years unless you stub your toe on it.

I had friends years ago use a baseball bat to roll the inner fenders of their cars to fit bigger tires. I've never tried it.

I've used this method as well and while it did work...it was a bit sloppy. It's hard to get even pressure while bending.

 

[1967coronet440]

This would probaly be me....

 

[Mike67]

Ouch...sorry to hear that.



Back about 10 years ago any tool worth getting was $100+, the eBay deals were around then as well. I'm just surprised to see Eastwood selling for less now. If they were this cheap all those forum pass around loaners would have probably never existed. It is for sure one of those tools you use once and then probably don't even think about for years unless you stub your toe on it.



I've used this method as well and while it did work...it was a bit sloppy. It's hard to get even pressure while bending.

Jeeze!!! You can get a chinesium one for $38 with a heat gun now! I guess their patent expired...

 

[RT K_line]

The previous owner of my Coronet rolled them along with the wheel lip trim and it is hardly noticeable. If you cut them you risk the chance of water getting in between the panels and rusting. And with the lack of sheet metal available for us I would be hard pressed to cut. With them bent there is usually enough clearance for a pretty wide tire. I have 275 60s now but had 275 50s for 10 years. Both only rubbed on hard turns but up higher in the well. Good luck.

 

[eldubb440]

If you do decide to do it I would use a 3" cutoff wheel not grind it. I would cut slits about an 1/2-1" wide and bend them up. That way if you ever want to put it back you can bend them back and weld the cuts up.

I like this idea

 

[moparnation74]

I like this idea

I agree...Nice Idea!

 

[eldubb440]

I'd like to add.......make sure you have a spot weld on each tab

 

[Mike67]

My wife says I have one every now and then...

 

[1967coronet440]

The previous owner of my Coronet rolled them along with the wheel lip trim and it is hardly noticeable. If you cut them you risk the chance of water getting in between the panels and rusting. And with the lack of sheet metal available for us I would be hard pressed to cut. With them bent there is usually enough clearance for a pretty wide tire. I have 275 60s now but had 275 50s for 10 years. Both only rubbed on hard turns but up higher in the well. Good luck.

That’s whats on there now 276/60/15 it’s real close.

 

[eldubb440]

My wife says I have one every now and then...

 

[1967coronet]

I like the cut , fold, and tac weld route, removing the lip will leave you with a soft panel, {rolling} to many things can go bad. Just make sure your dealing with a all steel opening, unless you did the paint and body you never know whats under the paint. don't want no filler cracks.

 

[eldubb440]

I like the cut , fold, and tac weld route, removing the lip will leave you with a soft panel, {rolling} to many things can go bad. Just make sure your dealing with a all steel opening, unless you did the paint and body you never know whats under the paint. don't want no filler cracks.

anther good point........ you guys are good

 

[big_shmoop]

That’s whats on there now 276/60/15 it’s real close.

What backspace are you running on your wheels?

I run 275/60-15 on a 15x8 wheel with 5" of backspace and haven't had any issues after adding a front sway bar. I even ran the car fully loaded down when my Dad and I drove from Chicago to Columbus for Mopar Nationals without a hitch.