1939 Ply - How to install fender welt for a complete restoration?

oldmopar · October 28, 2007, 10:35:47 AM

Does anyone have a source for the stainless steel welting.? I think 1/8 " thick.
Chet...

Check with the Ford suppliers like mac's

http://www.macsautoparts.com/index.html

Richard Dryman · October 26, 2007, 06:58:34 PM

Google says Bob Drake;
1932-1948 Fender Welting - Stainless Steel

Sold by the strip. Oversize - EXTRA SHIPPING will apply. Stainless steel gives that unique finishing touch to the overall appearance. 8 foot strips.
48-16070-SS_2$25.00

chetbrz · October 26, 2007, 05:33:00 PM

Quote from: oldmopar on October 24, 2007, 09:07:44 PM
One note the article deals with the vinyl trim not sure about your car but I know the late 40's Plymouths used a stainless welting that is harder to work with and not very forgiving if you make a mistake.

Does anyone have a source for the stainless steel welting.?? I think 1/8 " thick.

Chet...

Jim Benjaminson · October 24, 2007, 10:29:43 PM

39 did not use the metal/chrome fender welt....

oldmopar · October 24, 2007, 09:07:44 PM

One note the article deals with the vinyl trim not sure about your car but I know the late 40's Plymouths used a stainless welting that is harder to work with and not very forgiving if you make a mistake.

WRSW32A · October 24, 2007, 11:59:16 AM

Thanks for the information. It is just what I needed. You cannot imagine how lost I was.

oldmopar · October 24, 2007, 09:48:30 AM

Here is a link to some welting be installed on a truck

http://www.classictruckshop.com/welting.php

WRSW32A · October 23, 2007, 10:24:16 PM

Hello Member,
What is the best method to install new fender welt on a conplete restoration? Should I notch the welt at the bolts or drill holes in the welt at each bolt? How should I install welt without crimping or mis-aligning?

Thanks for your help,

W. Wms.