1966 Volvo 122

[Iamtheonlyreal1]

One thing that I found out about rolling the front fenders, and something that Keith might want to consider during this procedure is. As you flare or push the fender outward in the center, the fenders length actually shortens in overall length, so you will start to get a lager Fender/Door gap at the bottom, and I think you can see that in the pics of the car in the supplied link.. I went through this during my trials, and it doesn't take much fender manipulation to really affect the gap.. So be careful, because your car is already beautifully painted, and I would **** to see any adverse affects.. Just take a look at the 1st direct side view pic of the front fender results, and you will notice that the bottom of the fender pulls away from the bottom door/rocker area, and that causes an uneven door/fender gap as it goes up.

The rear quarters lips on these cars are terribly tough, and I wonder if that tool will have any real affect? How much more gain are you trying to get is the question, because there are so many layers of metal on the rear arch, along with a closed in wheel well, so I don't see that tool pushing the quarter out as it did with the fenders in that link supplied.. I know how tough they are, because I actually built metal fender flares and modified the quarters for my car, because I didnt get enough no matter how much I jacked, hammered, or rolled. So when I found out I wasn't going to gain a minimal amount, I decided to go ahead and get all I wanted being I was going to have to go through the effort anyway.. LOL

[Sjefke]

That does help. I'll probably end up trying that. Unfortunately the after rolling pics dont really help see the results because his fenders were so badly rusted.

He had rust in the back and didn't roll those yet, he only did the front... Zo that the only result picture yet. Left side to do and right side done (in one picture)

Glad to help!

[Keith602]

http://volvokv.nl/forum/viewtopic.ph...18f9&start=330

This is the site, on the bottom of page 34 there are better pictures than i could upload here via my phone. He mentioned that it (I don't think you speak Dutch!?!?) was pretty easy. It took a minute to get the hang of. In the front he really widened the fender. In the rear he just rolled the edge in.

Someone warned that if you have repaired/welded on fenders you run the risk of it cracking...
No more result pics... That I can find.

Hope this helps

PS. Don't know anything about the camber...

That does help. I'll probably end up trying that. Unfortunately the after rolling pics dont really help see the results because his fenders were so badly rusted.

[Keith602]

This thing looks just perfect, well done

Thank you!

[Dome]

This thing looks just perfect, well done

[Sjefke]

Ok so that guy definitely used the eastwood or similar fender roller. Any better pictures of the results or mention how difficult it was? Ive asked around a little and most people say it wouldnt work on these.

http://volvokv.nl/forum/viewtopic.php?f=41&t=20655&sid=00c1040416e9dfcd9bceff0ca0b418f9&start=330

This is the site, on the bottom of page 34 there are better pictures than i could upload here via my phone. He mentioned that it (I don't think you speak Dutch!?!?) was pretty easy. It took a minute to get the hang of. In the front he really widened the fender. In the rear he just rolled the edge in.

Someone warned that if you have repaired/welded on fenders you run the risk of it cracking...
No more result pics... That I can find.

Hope this helps

PS. Don't know anything about the camber...

[Keith602]

In the Netherlands on the forum I saw a guy widening his fenders. I have the pictures for you.

Ok so that guy definitely used the eastwood or similar fender roller. Any better pictures of the results or mention how difficult it was? Ive asked around a little and most people say it wouldnt work on these.



Also, does anyone have any info on adding a couple degrees of camber to a solid rear axle setup?

[Keith602]

such a fan of this thing!

Thank you sir, as am I of the e30

[Sjefke]

In the Netherlands on the forum I saw a guy widening his fenders. I have the pictures for you.

[Rob&co]

such a fan of this thing!

[Keith602]

Okay so question time...

Im looking to roll these beastly, old Volvo fenders. I have no idea why they are so overbuilt. So im not sure what methods will work. Wonder if anyone has used the Eastwood tool on anything this thick before. Could maybe cut sections and roll them in little bits at a time. I do have a heat gun. Want to try to do this myself if possible.


Also, Is there any way to add a couple of degrees of camber to a solid rear axle (without using the torch method)? Shims, washers?

Thanks in advance

[Keith602]

I love this little thing. Definitely worth the read. Great job

Thanks man!

[Keith602]

So your effective ET (incl spacers) is -3, right?

Yes, but I am going with a 32mm spacer in the front soon. Needing to roll the fenders first.

[Sjefke]

No prob! They are 17x7 22et running 25mm spacers 205/45/17

So your effective ET (incl spacers) is -3, right?

[puzzlemaster94]

I love this little thing. Definitely worth the read. Great job