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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 07:13 PM
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Ok, have the rocker panels cleaned and ready to paint on the 63. Have the paint ready to go. Why is it that I can't find any 3/16 tape anywhere ? Does anyone have a source for 3/16 tape ? I measured the rockers and 1/4 is too wide and 1/8 too thin ?? Any suggestions ?
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Multiple applications of 1/8" will work or use 1/4" and trim xacto knife.
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Multiple applications of 1/8" will work or use 1/4" and trim xacto knife.


Did that with the rocker panels on my '64
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Originally Posted by GreaseMonkey


Did that with the rocker panels on my '64
me too
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