How to Widen Fenders | Metal Shaping Tutorial

Stop buying fiberglass fenders that don't fit! In this video, Robbie takes you into the metal shop to show you the correct way to widen your Ford F100 fenders while keeping them 100% steel. If you want to run wider tires or just dial in that aggressive custom stance without sacrificing the original body lines, this is the fabrication lesson you need. We aren't just slapping on a kit; we are manipulating the metal, cutting, welding, and shaping to make these fenders look like they came from the factory this wide. In this video, you will learn: ✅ Where to make your cuts to preserve the wheel arch shape. ✅ How to fabricate and fit the widening strip perfectly. ✅ Welding tips to minimize heat distortion and warpage. ✅ Metal finishing techniques to get that seamless, "glass-smooth" look. ✅ Why steel is ALWAYS better than fiberglass for your high-end build. 0:00 - Intro why to widen fenders 1:40 - Weld to Bench 2:20 - Measure 4:24 - Make Sure its Square 11:40 - Mig Weld Metal Strip No Gap 16:00 - Hammer Time 18:22 - Lesson on Sheet Metal 22:20 - Hammer Time and Metal Work 28:00 - Final Touches Ready for Body Shop 29:00 - Finished Widened Fender Follow and Subscribe Whether you are building a patina shop truck, a high-end show car, or a classic daily driver, getting the fender width right is crucial for the overall look. Watch as Robbie breaks down the physics of the metal and simplifies the process so you can tackle this in your own garage. 🔥 Want more Metal Shaping & Fabrication tips? Make sure to SUBSCRIBE and hit the BELL 🔔 so you don't miss our next build update! Drop a comment below: Are you keeping your F100 stock width or going wide? Let us know what you're building! Tools Used: @BaileighIndustrial Baileigh Industrial M19 Power Hammer Baileigh Industrial 48-Inch Magnetic Sheet Metal Brake (BB-4816M-V2) Baileigh Sheet Metal Cutter Baileigh Industrial Sheet Metal Shear SH-5210 Welder Hammers #fordf100 #metalshaping #fabrication #customcars #f100 #classicford #sheetmetal #welding #autobody #restoration #hotrod #carbuilding #handbuilt #robbie #metalwork #widebody #baileighIndustrial