Paul Prekeris
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pics of slip on rockers..the rocker is up against the front fender when pictures were taken
Anyone dealt with rotting rocker panels?
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mjp2
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Thanks for posting those. This is the first I'm seeing real-world fitment of the slip-ons.
Based on those I think it might be worth getting some sheet metal and spending a little time with the metal brake and welder to address the problem areas.
Based on those I think it might be worth getting some sheet metal and spending a little time with the metal brake and welder to address the problem areas.
Paul Prekeris
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I thought the same, but some concerns:
1. the sheet metal on the slipon's is thinner than 16 gauge. a standard brake may work on thin shit metal, but not on 16 gauge
2. the slips dont extend on the bottom to the inner panel.. i would need to extend the full length underneath
3. maybe use as a template to create 16 gauge replacements, but it will take a heavy duty brake. unless i can find a shop that has a hydraulic brake.
I'll take any suggestions...
1. the sheet metal on the slipon's is thinner than 16 gauge. a standard brake may work on thin shit metal, but not on 16 gauge
2. the slips dont extend on the bottom to the inner panel.. i would need to extend the full length underneath
3. maybe use as a template to create 16 gauge replacements, but it will take a heavy duty brake. unless i can find a shop that has a hydraulic brake.
I'll take any suggestions...
John Christopher
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I think you may be better off with the the rockers that Habbibie used. Cut out the old ones and weld these in.
Trainmaster
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Here in Rockaway, we use Karnak roofing tar and that black membrane gauze that comes in a roll. For structural stuff, we fill it with that expanding foam spray first.
mjp2
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I've got an excellent fabricator in Howell and he's got the right equipment for the job. He's just busy as shiat so it might be tough to fit into his schedule.
I'm going to see him on Sunday anyway so I'll ask if he'd be interested in running a batch of rockers out of quality metal. Might be more motivating if he knows he can crank out like 10 sets if there's a market for the stuff.
Paul Prekeris
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Im in for a set of rockers.. Will need both left and right sides. being local in NJ is icing on cake... please keep me posted.. IF he is interested in fixing the truck, id be interested in having him look at it..
mjp2
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He's interested. I spoke with him yesterday and he's going to take a look at my truck this Sunday. The goal will be to come up with a design that he can cut out on the waterjet, bend, and have on hand as orders come in.
I'll keep you updated.
I'll keep you updated.
mjp2
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Paul Prekeris
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Not a welding expert, but welding galvanized metal can be an issue. Zinc fumes are toxic and you need to grind the coating to get a decent weld.
Though i like the idea of using galvanized sheet metal for rockers, but im not sure of unintended consequences.
Though i like the idea of using galvanized sheet metal for rockers, but im not sure of unintended consequences.
Paul Prekeris
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would love to go stainless.. 
In a couple of years, the rest of the truck will rot away but the rockers will look great...
In a couple of years, the rest of the truck will rot away but the rockers will look great...
cjbuckeye
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do the 06 rockers fit the 07's? I cannot find 2007 rockers anywhere! driving me nuts, bought an 07 with visible rust issues with bubbles on the fenders and rockers. I negotiated down based on the body work being needed but didn't think it would be so hard to do! My local ford dealer quoted me $3,000 since there are no factory panels available and it's all customer fab.... Anyone have luck with repairing the 07 Expeditions?
mjp2
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My fabricator is interested in taking on the job but hasn't had time to dig into it just yet. He's got a number of bigger projects ahead of me but I'll see if I can get some movement on this.
JExpedition07
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Apparently aftermarket companies aren’t going to step up to the plate and have no interest in selling panels for these trucks. Still haven’t tackled mine, I’m sure the 06’ OEMs I have are NOT a direct fit there will be alterations made. The slip on rockers are listed as 03’-17’ however. The BS excuse by ford that “it’s a part of the door frame” is a big smelly pile of crap. The 06’ and 07’ panels are 98% alike as far as I can tell. I rattle canned mine a red temporarily so they don’t rust in the garage.
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mjp2
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Those look damn close to the right fit. Where are the differences you're seeing?
JExpedition07
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I don’t see many. The angles and door openings all appear to be correct. The only thing I’m not certain on is if these tabs that go up onto the inner rocker will be matching up....but I’d think anyone can be creative and make it work by fabricating something up.
I just posted a response to another thread about this. My 07 rockers turned to dust in Michigan. I took the last inch or so that was solid and cut it out for the profile. I took that to a metal shop and had them bend up two rockers. $75. Couldn't beat it. The slip ons are a waste IMO. Not much more than gutter material. At a metal shop you can get the right gauge/thickness.
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Other than the rockers, the rest of my 07 looked great.
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20170723_124110 by Dave H, on Flickr20170723_124302 by Dave H, on Flickr20171203_145923 by Dave H, on Flickr20171203_150027 by Dave H, on Flickr20171203_160102 by Dave H, on Flickr20171204_143709 by Dave H, on Flickr20171204_143714 by Dave H, on Flickr20171204_143721 by Dave H, on FlickrOther than the rockers, the rest of my 07 looked great.
20170723_125104 by Dave H, on FlickrBecause you shouldn't weld galvi. Fumes are pretty poisonous. Also, once you cut galvi, you remove the galvanization. It's a coating more or less.
