Book Recommendations For Bodywork Repairs, Welding, Prep'ing, Etc

[notamondayfan 44]

Hey guys,

 

I'm looking for some recommendations on books for bodywork repairs, welding and pretty much anything else to do with bodywork and cosmetic repairs, for doing the typical repairs a 205 now a days requires!!

 

I've been more "mechanical" so far in car DIY'ing, keen need to learn more on the other side of things.

 

Cheers,

Dean

[DanteICE 72]

I would have thought youtube tutorials would be better, as video would explain stuff like that a lot clearer than a book could. However Frost (google it) have metal work videos, although they aren't cheap they are renown for being the best guide for panel beaters. I don't know if panel beating is what you were looking for, but it's a suggestion.

[notamondayfan 44]

I'm kind of looking for something that gives a good overview of everything, and then I can look into the specialist areas when needed.

 

I was going to buy the Haynes Bodywork manual, but it had bad reviews.

 

I might look on youtube later, but i sometimes find video tutorials can be a waste of time and you're going off someone elses experiences which might be miss leading. Id prefer a well written book i can quickly reference when needed.

 

Cheers,

Dean

[pugpete1108 62 1 Cars]

I bought the Haynes manual and actually still have it somewhere (if you decide to buy it?) and learnt a fair bit from it.

 

its mostly basic really but if you are new to it then it be ideal.

 

covers welding prep filling and painting, even a whole car respray

[m@ttc 30]

Great guide for that kind of stuff on the migwelding site.

[M@tt 77]

TonyBMW's thread over on RetroRides is awesome for how you go about tackling repair panels etc http://retrorides.proboards.com/thread/70135?page=1