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Sheet Metal Repair Thickness for a 911

I just wanted to see the general consensus on the best thickness of sheet metal for spot repairs on the 911.

I have a few holes I am getting ready to patch up and Im looking for the best thickness to use that is available locally!

Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

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20ga will do it. 22ga is kind of thin for me.
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I have a few sheets of 18,20 and 22 so I can match closer to whatever I am repairing.
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Thanks that is what I was using now too :
20 Gauge and 22 Gauge however I do think 20 looks to be the best, just harder to find. I can find 22 Gauge all day long out here 20 isnt available locally, as of yet!

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Thanks for the tips!
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Where do you guys find 20 gauge?
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I don't know how thick but I just cut up an old hood for patch work
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i have the local sheet metal shop wack out several 24"X24" pieces to keep in stock. 18/20/22. then there's always something around when you need it.

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