Agrressive fitment, arch rolling/pulling..

Will_WRX · 10-20-2009, 05:44 PM

Heyy, I have a 94 WRX wagon, which I'm about to order a set of 17x9 DPT's or Torque's, for now..

Is there any way of rollin my arches and pulling them if I need to without an arch roller?

Are there any ghetto methods? Lol.

Reason I ask is I'd rather do it all myself

If it isnt possible, I'll have to get someone to do it, but dont ask you dont know

Thanksss

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NormG · 10-20-2009, 05:50 PM

you can use any kind of round object like a baseball bat or a metal pole, it just wont turn out as nicely as it would if you used a fender roller.

Mr_Hox · 10-20-2009, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NormG

you can use any kind of round object like a baseball bat or a metal pole, it just wont turn out as nicely as it would if you used a fender roller.

This.

A fairly decent write-up can be found here, regarding the bat method: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1777067

Oh, and you should probably post pics of your wagon... because I want to see them.

(And my father was born in Northhampton. Cheers!)

12sechatch · 10-20-2009, 05:55 PM

this. both of his points.

Will_WRX · 10-20-2009, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Hox

This.

A fairly decent write-up can be found here, regarding the bat method: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1777067

Oh, and you should probably post pics of your wagon... because I want to see them.

(And my father was born in Northhampton. Cheers!)

Awesome, thanks for the link dude! Will be doing this tomorrow!

I can post some pics, its still in bits due to waiting on motor to arrive (feel silly posting pics, as it isnt much to look at right now

). But I have plenty of nice bits waiting for it!

Maybe you guys can give me an idea of which wheel and which finish? I'm having trouble choosing between the 17x9 DPT and 17x9 Torque..

Anyway, here are a few pics..

Could do with a clean, but there are a few pics. Its currently sat on BC racing RM series coilovers, APS DR series 3.5" turbo back, FMIC, few other bits that cant be seen in photos. I have various parts waiting to be fitted, Gold Brembo's, TA splitter, Roger clark uprated oil pump, brand new TD05 16g, blah blah, just waiting for my motor, feels like forever! Lol.

Thanks again for your help guys

Will_WRX · 10-20-2009, 07:38 PM

Also Mr Hox, did your Father live in Northampton? If so where abouts?

Thats pretty cool, I'd love to move over to the USA though, seems like such a nice place, everyone is so friendly!

4banger4dr · 10-20-2009, 07:54 PM

being we're on the topic,

i realize this is a wrc car..

but does anyone know if those are aftermarket fenders/quarters.. (i realize its wide like a 22b) or if they're just cut and reshaped?

Will_WRX · 10-20-2009, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4banger4dr

being we're on the topic,

i realize this is a wrc car..

but does anyone know if those are aftermarket fenders/quarters.. (i realize its wide like a 22b) or if they're just cut and reshaped?

I'd hazzard a guess at them being aftermarket, if you've seen the Roger Clark Gobstopper, I think that uses the same kit fenders/quarters.

Mr_Hox · 10-20-2009, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will_WRX

Also Mr Hox, did your Father live in Northampton? If so where abouts?

Thats pretty cool, I'd love to move over to the USA though, seems like such a nice place, everyone is so friendly!

Yup. Went to the School Of Boys and I *think* he lived in the Cliftonville area for most of his time.

But yes, we can be nice... although a bit lacking in the etiquette/politeness area.

4banger4dr · 10-20-2009, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will_WRX

I'd hazzard a guess at them being aftermarket, if you've seen the Roger Clark Gobstopper, I think that uses the same kit fenders/quarters.

ahh yeah the white gc8.. okay thanks! sorry for the threadjack

Will_WRX · 10-21-2009, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Hox

Yup. Went to the School Of Boys and I *think* he lived in the Cliftonville area for most of his time.

But yes, we can be nice... although a bit lacking in the etiquette/politeness area.

Ahh thats awesome, not far from me!

Haha, I dunno, I'd say the same about people over here!

I'm off to attempt to roll my fenders

!

Uncle Scotty · 10-21-2009, 08:16 AM

d00000000000d

ya needs sum dubs on that rig or ya aint ballin

Will_WRX · 10-21-2009, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle Scotty

d00000000000d

ya needs sum dubs on that rig or ya aint ballin

huh?

silverF4turbo · 10-21-2009, 09:16 AM

NOT this. Lmao...

Quote:

Originally Posted by NormG

you can use any kind of round object like a baseball bat or a metal pole, it just wont turn out as nicely as it would if you used a fender roller.

You're resculpting a part of your bodywork.

Don't use a pipe... if you're going to do it once, and it can't be undone... gotta do it right however much it costs.

Otherwise it's like cutting a sunroof with a can-opener. It's POSSIBLE do it...........

Also when this look goes out of style everyone's going to look stupid with mangled fenders that they can't put back to stock... I mean would you buy a car with stock wheels/pulled fenders. But at least yours won't be rusted through

Will_WRX · 10-21-2009, 10:12 AM

I gave it a go, the roll itself was perfect, but got 3 or 4 annoying pin dents in the front right fender, purely because i put the pole in too far.

Not bothered, just get a new fender for that side and do the other one with more care.

I tried the right rear quarter and only did that a little as was a bit scared of ruining the arches lol!

But I think I'll do this for temporary then get it done properly, as the little dents are annoying!

Uncle Scotty · 10-21-2009, 08:50 PM

bloody marvelous

ya NEEDS dubs

Will_WRX · 10-22-2009, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle Scotty

bloody marvelous

ya NEEDS dubs

No you sad old cnut, I dont need dubs, but ya NEEDS a girl and a life by the sounds of things

I dont really think 17x9 +42 is really classed as rice now is it?

Now go carry on your sad little life, whilst I enjoy mine

Uncle Scotty · 10-22-2009, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will_WRX

No you sad old cnut, I dont need dubs, but ya NEEDS a girl and a life by the sounds of things

I dont really think 17x9 +42 is really classed as rice now is it?

Now go carry on your sad little life, whilst I enjoy mine

aaaawwww.......d000000000000000d

ya really neeeds da dubs

Donzo · 10-22-2009, 10:25 AM

Why not rent a fender roller for like $20? They're not expensive to rent and are simple to use.

A local body shop by me lends it out for free as long as you leave a deposit.

StuSSYsporT · 10-22-2009, 11:41 AM

Fender rollers arent necessarily better than a bat or, in the OP's case, a pole. I know a couple guys that purely use bats bc they have a better feel for how much pressure, angle, etc.. that they are applying to the fender. So just bc ur using a bat or pole doesnt mean you are doing it wrong.

to OP.... lets see some finished pics!

Will_WRX · 10-22-2009, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheDon427

Why not rent a fender roller for like $20? They're not expensive to rent and are simple to use.

A local body shop by me lends it out for free as long as you leave a deposit.

Yeah I think I'm gonna have to do this, I thought it was be easy, but I like things to be perfect, which isnt gonna happen using the bat method, Lol.

Will_WRX · 10-22-2009, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle Scotty

aaaawwww.......d000000000000000d

ya really neeeds da dubs

ya really neeeds a girl

Will_WRX · 10-22-2009, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StuSSYsporT

Fender rollers arent necessarily better than a bat or, in the OP's case, a pole. I know a couple guys that purely use bats bc they have a better feel for how much pressure, angle, etc.. that they are applying to the fender. So just bc ur using a bat or pole doesnt mean you are doing it wrong.

to OP.... lets see some finished pics!

I used a scaffold pole, which worked amazing for the roll itself, but I stuck the pole up a bit too far, so ended up putting 4 annoying pin dents in the fender.

I've learnt from this though, so going to find a bat and give the other side ago now maybe.

You've given me the motivation to do it again now. Lol Talk about changing my mind.

I'll get some pics up of my roll, but you will have to excuse the dents

Lol.

Thanks dude

Byzantium · 10-22-2009, 01:13 PM

Why do you need 9" wide wheels out of curiosity?

This is why Scotty is making fun of you.

WRCwannabe1207 · 10-22-2009, 01:37 PM

pulling and rolling are two different things, rolling just makes the little lip on the inside of the fender go away or give more clearance to a wheel, pulling or flaring makes the fender pull out more.

you shouldnt have to heat up **** if you are rolling the inside lip of the fender/qp
unless you are scared about having paint crack where it isnt visible and where its giong to be hit by rocks and debris everytime you drive.

10-20-2009, 05:44 PM	#1
Will_WRX Scooby Newbie Member#: 187078 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: International Location: Northampton UK Vehicle: 2005 WRX 94 WRX Wagon/97 STi	Agrressive fitment, arch rolling/pulling.. Heyy, I have a 94 WRX wagon, which I'm about to order a set of 17x9 DPT's or Torque's, for now.. Is there any way of rollin my arches and pulling them if I need to without an arch roller? Are there any ghetto methods? Lol. Reason I ask is I'd rather do it all myself If it isnt possible, I'll have to get someone to do it, but dont ask you dont know Thanksss * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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10-20-2009, 05:50 PM	#2
NormG Scooby Newbie Member#: 167228 Join Date: Dec 2007 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Seattle Vehicle: 2002 wrx wagon wrb	you can use any kind of round object like a baseball bat or a metal pole, it just wont turn out as nicely as it would if you used a fender roller.

10-20-2009, 05:55 PM	#4
12sechatch NASIOC Supporter Member#: 132458 Join Date: Nov 2006 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Kent :( Vehicle: #1 in the hood, G	this. both of his points.

10-20-2009, 07:38 PM	#6
Will_WRX Scooby Newbie Member#: 187078 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: International Location: Northampton UK Vehicle: 2005 WRX 94 WRX Wagon/97 STi	Also Mr Hox, did your Father live in Northampton? If so where abouts? Thats pretty cool, I'd love to move over to the USA though, seems like such a nice place, everyone is so friendly!

10-20-2009, 07:54 PM	#7
4banger4dr Scooby Newbie Member#: 194712 Join Date: Nov 2008 Chapter/Region: W. Canada Location: B.C. eh! Vehicle: 1993 Impreza WRX Black	being we're on the topic, i realize this is a wrc car.. but does anyone know if those are aftermarket fenders/quarters.. (i realize its wide like a 22b) or if they're just cut and reshaped?

10-21-2009, 08:16 AM	#12
Uncle Scotty Scooby Guru Member#: 16200 Join Date: Mar 2002 Vehicle: bah straw and coal straw and coal as always	d00000000000d ya needs sum dubs on that rig or ya aint ballin

10-21-2009, 10:12 AM	#15
Will_WRX Scooby Newbie Member#: 187078 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: International Location: Northampton UK Vehicle: 2005 WRX 94 WRX Wagon/97 STi	I gave it a go, the roll itself was perfect, but got 3 or 4 annoying pin dents in the front right fender, purely because i put the pole in too far. Not bothered, just get a new fender for that side and do the other one with more care. I tried the right rear quarter and only did that a little as was a bit scared of ruining the arches lol! But I think I'll do this for temporary then get it done properly, as the little dents are annoying!

10-21-2009, 08:50 PM	#16
Uncle Scotty Scooby Guru Member#: 16200 Join Date: Mar 2002 Vehicle: bah straw and coal straw and coal as always	bloody marvelous ya NEEDS dubs

10-22-2009, 10:25 AM	#19
Donzo Scooby Guru Member#: 95337 Join Date: Sep 2005 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Westchester NY Vehicle: 2006 Murdered WRX Kinda Flush Guido Crew	Why not rent a fender roller for like $20? They're not expensive to rent and are simple to use. A local body shop by me lends it out for free as long as you leave a deposit.

10-22-2009, 11:41 AM	#20
StuSSYsporT Scooby Specialist Member#: 160450 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: Diamond Bar, CA Vehicle: 2007 OBP WRX Stage 2 SoCal F4 #25	Fender rollers arent necessarily better than a bat or, in the OP's case, a pole. I know a couple guys that purely use bats bc they have a better feel for how much pressure, angle, etc.. that they are applying to the fender. So just bc ur using a bat or pole doesnt mean you are doing it wrong. to OP.... lets see some finished pics!

10-22-2009, 01:13 PM	#24
Byzantium Scooby Specialist Member#: 207826 Join Date: Apr 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Katabatic Vehicle: 2002 WRX Correct Fitment Crew #034	Why do you need 9" wide wheels out of curiosity? This is why Scotty is making fun of you.

10-22-2009, 01:37 PM	#25
WRCwannabe1207 Scooby Newbie Member#: 219491 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: tx	pulling and rolling are two different things, rolling just makes the little lip on the inside of the fender go away or give more clearance to a wheel, pulling or flaring makes the fender pull out more. you shouldnt have to heat up **** if you are rolling the inside lip of the fender/qp unless you are scared about having paint crack where it isnt visible and where its giong to be hit by rocks and debris everytime you drive.