I've done a search and threads are mostly old. Who has decent panels that are reasonable? While doing my own leg work, I noticed the prices were up and down. Plus most companies seem to use the same pictures for their panels. So pics don't tell me anything either. Some input is greatly appreciated.
So here is my take on it. EMS has the best selection. That said know this. No patch panel is exact to factory, just close enough to get you going. I do lots of this and have learned to build my own when wanting things correct and exact. I've also been doing Tin work for more than 40 years and have the equipment and knowledge to do that. Not all people care enough or need top level repairs. That's where the reproduction panels come into play. When close enough is good enough buy the better choice out there,,,, EMS. I believe they are a vendor here also. The Wizzard
I've used EMs products in my build.No bad word from here about their stuff. I agree that patches are never like they were from the factory,but they are really close.
i've used ems rocker and floor braces and yes they are hi quality for a repo part.More money than some of the generic fits alls but worth it in the end. I'm just happy they make good parts. Without ems it would be a tough row to hoe.
thanks for the nice words guys, we try hard, gonna have some new stuff for shoebox's by the end of the year. but if your not sure if your getting ems panels look for our label we label every part or kit box with our name. not sure if the vendor is really selling our stuff ( yes some will lie about it) call ems customer service we will tell if they sell out stuff, we do sell direct to all hambers, and we still do cash c.o.d (no extra charge for hambers) if ya need it. our new 2014 catalog is out now call for a free one 216-541-4585 the ems guy
We have done nearly everything to our shoebox in the way of EMS panels and custom made ones. All said and done EMS fits ok . Remember none will be a simple weld in really . There will be slight modifications to the original car fit or to EMS to make it all correct. Rust and damage are never the same. On our shoe box we rolled up new complete rear quarters as they had be roughly patched previously with copious amounts of sculpting filler. So the repro EMS patches were too small. So even with a hammer folders and minimal tools it can be done to a good standard.
new parts coming soon , available sometime in spring of 2015, oem style stamped floors from ems auto.
GOT'EM DONE!! oem style floors for the 49-50 shoebox to new to be on our web site www.emsautomotive.com but call 216-541-4585 for more info rear floors soon, the under headlight patch is next the ems guy
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