Re: [DML] Gas Flap.

[Bob Brandys <BobB@xxxx>]

I used sheet metal pliers (a vise grip type tool) to start the bends, 
after I cut out the center area. Don't forget to cut the corners at a 
45 degree angle to the edge of the openning. 

Once you get the bend near 90 degrees around each edge, you need to 
square up the edges. I good strong hand with sheet metal pliers can get 
real close. Squaring the edges is also necessary to make the fit look 
good to the new door.

Before final squaring, place the door in the hole to make sure your 
edges are square. It won't fit until you are almost done but it should 
be close.

I used a 4 inch brick cutting chisel and heavy hammer as a weight to 
tap the metal against for a square edge. A small ball peen hammer works 
best. Just don't hurry the process. 

All you are trying to do is get the radius on the bend to a little less 
than 1/8 in. not a perfectly sharp square edge. 

BOB