Hey all. My 1996 XJ 4.0 I6 250k has spent it's whole life up here in New England. That means tough winters and lots of salt.
Now I'm dealing with a ton of rust and rot in the floorboards. My mechanic said the best thing to do, if I want to preserve this as my DD, is to get some sheet metal, pull back the carpets, and start tacking. I've never done any extensive body work (a little painting at a shop when I was 14-15) and I don't know my ahole from my elbow when it comes to welding.
Is this something do-able for a newbie? What kind of tools are needed? Can I do this an afternoon at a time so my DD isn't down for a week?
Now I'm dealing with a ton of rust and rot in the floorboards. My mechanic said the best thing to do, if I want to preserve this as my DD, is to get some sheet metal, pull back the carpets, and start tacking. I've never done any extensive body work (a little painting at a shop when I was 14-15) and I don't know my ahole from my elbow when it comes to welding.
Is this something do-able for a newbie? What kind of tools are needed? Can I do this an afternoon at a time so my DD isn't down for a week?