[Bill Musarra]

Frank,
I know how frustrating the paneling can be. I tried several techniques including cardboard from old boxes to brown wrapping paper. The brown wrapping paper that comes on rolls is best. Find it in the Christmas wrapping section. The paper lets you know about the subtle bends that may be required, especially in the front wheel wells. Once cut out and trimmed to the dimension you want, tape it to the frame. Add any remarks you need to make sure it is correct, then trace it onto the aluminum sheets(stainless in my case) with a felt marker and put any notes on the sheets to remind you of the issues in that area. Use either a nibbler or plasma cutter to cut it out. Then just trim as needed and either weld or use the trusty rivets. If you use the rivets, add some caulk behind them to keep them from rattling if they work loose. Here are some of the panels I did with my car. Depending on how involved you want to get, the eventual layout will give you the right way to cut it out. Some can be rather complex and you have to add a little length for the bends. Cut a little larger or longer and trim back. If you need plans for a builder, I can supply you with a low cost idea that I used. Mostly angle iron and a work bench.

Bill