The rockers are the major structural unit of the MGB body. If you are a
body/chassis man with a frame straightening jig, I wouldn't hesitate to take it
on. Otherwise, I wouldn't even think about it. Most panels rust from the
inside out, and if the outer rocker is bad, the structure is bad - and there are
several layers to this particular structure. It can be done, and isn't even all
that expensive to have done by a good shop, but it is almost inevitably easier
and cheaper to look for a different car without the rust.
Phil Bates
David Mrozinski wrote:
> Just how big a job is it to replace the rockers of a MGB. I am looking at a
> 1971 MGB that is in pretty good condition with the exception of needing new
> rockers and some repairs in the rear wheel wells. The wheel well repair is
> now problem, but I dont have any idea how big a job replacing the rocker
> panels is? Any comments or info would be appreciated.
>
> Dave
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