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seagullrebellion Tue Aug 06, 2013 9:13 am

Hello!

So I bought a 1972 Beetle that has only a half dollar size hole underneath the battery (of course), which is the only rust problem on the whole thing! But, it's still a problem...

Anyways, I don't have enough time to do a full repair on it before I move down to California so is there a quick, easy (to apply and remove) fix that will last me to get down there? I plan on fully replacing the tray but I have to wait until I make it down, unfortunately.

Thanks!

Mike Fisher Tue Aug 06, 2013 10:06 am

Your local Muffler Shop can weld it this morning if you are that worried about a half dollar hole? They will weld in a complete new battery box patch panel in 1/2 day too.

seagullrebellion Tue Aug 06, 2013 10:14 am

I'm just excessively cautious :P

Mike Fisher Tue Aug 06, 2013 12:58 pm

Put a piece of carpet or plywood in until you have a new battery box to weld in and paint with Master Series silver & black.

Chrisstieh Tue Aug 06, 2013 2:16 pm

when are you moving? i did my right rear half pan in 4 hours......



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