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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 09:50 PM
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Hey Gang, does any body have any expereince in fitting rocker panels over hooker header side pipes,

I installed the pipes and know its time for the rocker panels, If youve done this you know what I'm talking about, is there a template out there to make the cutting and fitting easier

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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 11:46 PM
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i have a set that i can sell u cheap if u need a test set before cutting yours all up..... for a 77..... will they work?

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Thanks for the offer of your rockers....... I have a spare set, just looking to make it easier on me

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It's a custom cut & fit job. Too many variables between install & brands out there, so no templates or set instructions will work for all. Only advise I can give ya is to make a template out of cardboard for your application before you cut those expensive rockers. A dremmal tool works good for cutting and use lots of masking tape around the cut & during install to reduce scratches. Fine gage metal files for finishing the cut work good too.
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Old Jun 14, 2005 | 04:15 PM
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thanks Ed, I was hoping there was an easier way, I like your idea of a card board cut out to help with first cuts........ at least it's a base line.

I'm going on vacation soon and won't try to mount them untill I return,
so I'll let you know how I make out

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There should be a template in the instructions. Be warned. I used it and my passenger side has a lot more clearance than my driver's side. Use the cardboard template.
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