This is probably a dumb question, but can I use either aluminum or copper flashing materials to repair the rust cancer in my 1990 Bronco. I know that I can tack steel panels to the existing steel, but the steel sheet is tough to get while aluminum and copper flashing is common?
I'm thinking about buying an inert gas wire fed welder for this purpose, since it is much cheaper than a body shop restoration, but can it tack dissimilar metals like aluminum and copper to steel, or should I seek out a dealer who can supply me with, say, 16-gauge steel stock?
My second question is do I need an "English Wheel" to curve the stock material to fit, or is their a simplier, less costly method? After all, this is a one-time restoration job.
Why aren't there more books available for auto body restoration?
Thanks guys. Harry C.