Arch rolling / folding
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I'm in the process of rebuilding my mk1, including fitting a new rear arch.
In terms of rolling or folding arches, are there any methods of doing this without the correct tool, or absolutely bastardising the metalwork?
Thanks in advance.
Simon
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There are plenty of threads on the vortex to show how folks have rolled there arches to accommodate larger tires or wider rims.
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But not knowing what you want now and using a wheel and tyre that you are going to fit may mean that you are either going to do it too much or too little and will be redoing it after paint.
Also if you roll the car with axles off or disconnected from the spindle you will need to replace the front bearings. The bearings can be ruined by as little as 6 inches of movement with the axles out of the spindle.
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My fronts were just cut off, leaving a tiny lip for some strength.
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Briano1234 said
Yes it would be better to do it now rather than later.
But not knowing what you want now and using a wheel and tyre that you are going to fit may mean that you are either going to do it too much or too little and will be redoing it after paint.
Also if you roll the car with axles off or disconnected from the spindle you will need to replace the front bearings. The bearings can be ruined by as little as 6 inches of movement with the axles out of the spindle.
I'm sorry but I don't see the relationship between arch rolling and wheel bearings…..
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Raul said
Use a proper rolling tool on the rears.Â
My fronts were just cut off, leaving a tiny lip for some strength.Â
I'm guessing you're not running plastic arch liners either then?
I was thinking cut the fronts, as rolling them would distort the wing.
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Not running any liners or trims… not sure early cars ever even had liners.
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