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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - What gauge metal for repairs?

I need to order some steel sheet for repairs to my rusty 1500 Midget but I'm not sure what gauge/thickness to go for. I need to replace the rotting patches on the front of the footwell (where it joins the inner sill. Is 1mm about right (20 or 18 gauge) or thicker ot thinner? I can't measure the existing metal as it is too rusty. Any general advice gratefully received.

Thanks

Chris
Chris H (1970 Midget 1275)

Best to get for this is 1.2mm
Guy

The car panels should be 20 swg. I know the 18 swg/1.2mm sheet that I use for patches is thicker than the original steel. I've purposefully gone up a gauge as nearly everything I'm replacing is in the known rust spots, so thicker steel will last longer if nothing else! It also makes welding a little easier too.
S Overy

This thread was discussed between 03/09/2011 and 04/09/2011

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