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Wed Jul 14, 2004 7:53 am

I want to fill the trim holes on my fastback. The car is a ratrod with John Deere Blitz black paint. Not to concerned about it's appearance except that I want the holes filled and don't want to do it again anytime soon. My issue is that I don't have a welder nor do I plan to buy one or rent one. I'm a car audio technician so I have an abundance supply of fiberglass materials even carbon fiber. Can I tap those holes in and glass over them or will it fall out in a week. I can glass the hell out of the inside of the car but never did the outside.

Wed Jul 14, 2004 3:29 pm

get "tiger hair" i had to fill some little rot holes about the size of trim holes and it really worked well.

Wed Jul 14, 2004 3:29 pm

Hey, I had a similar problem with my project bug. Came up with the idea of using sealed-bottom pop rivets. Aluminum ones are easier to use but loosen up in time Stainless steel pop rivets are harder to find but stay REAL tight over time. Just smear a little black rtv on the inside of hole to really seal it up. Good luck with your VW

Wed Jul 14, 2004 10:18 pm

Metal2Metal and AllMetal are true waterproof, rustproof body fillers. They are also a close match to the expansion charastics of auto sheet metal.
Dimple the holes slightly, if you have access - put a piece of duck tape on the back side, Spread a little filler, sand, and paint. Good repair, last as long as the car. when you apply the filler, force some through the hole so it forms a 'key' on the back side.

For general information, stainless steel pop rivets of all head styles and descriptions are often available in small quanities at aircraft supply houses. I've ordered from Wicks a couple of times.