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Old 10-27-2017, 10:02 PM
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I always sang that ad as, "like a crotch".
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Originally Posted by BadAltitude
Most of the comments are about safety implications about aluminum. Does anyone know about the minor denting resistance comparison between aluminum panels and conventional steel. I know the f150 uses a strong alloy. I suspect the thickness is greater, too. What is the comparison of dent resistance between aluminum alloy and steel panels?

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Old 10-28-2017, 09:05 AM
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How do I stick my magnetic fly-by-night signs on?
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Originally Posted by RangoWA
How do I stick my magnetic fly-by-night signs on?
You don’t.
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You don’t.
I got em on with sheet metal screws.
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Originally Posted by RangoWA
I got em on with sheet metal screws.
The implication in the question was how do you magnetically attach them to the aluminum body. The answer to that is you don't.
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Originally Posted by RangoWA
How do I stick my magnetic fly-by-night signs on?


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Originally Posted by RangoWA
How do I stick my magnetic fly-by-night signs on?
With aluminum magnets, of course.
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Magnesium magnets are much stronger but you run the risk of a catastrophic fire if they ever get lit.
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You get one of these... but be sitting down when you see the price. I’d suspect you can make it for cheaper if you have the right tools
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