{"title":"Patch Panels","description":"\u003cp\u003ePart-panel repair sections pressed to factory profile — door patch sets, corner patches and sill sections for the Toyota Land Cruiser 40-Series and early Bronco. When rust is local, a patch panel replaces exactly the dead metal and nothing more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePatch or full panel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rule of thumb: if corrosion is confined to the lower 150 mm of a panel or one corner, patch it; if it crosses a swage line or shows in more than one area, the full pressing is faster and straighter. Patches shine on doors (bottom-skin rot with a sound frame) and rear corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDoing it right\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eButt-weld, never lap: scribe around the patch, cut the rust out with a clean margin, tack in sequence around the joint and fill slowly between tacks. Dress, treat the rear face, skim. A butt-welded patch is invisible and permanent; a lapped, seam-sealed shortcut bubbles within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre patch panels pre-shaped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — pressed to the original contour and swage lines, not flat stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRelated: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-doors\"\u003edoors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/welding-replacement-panels\"\u003ewelding guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-corner-patch-panel-lh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear corner patch panel is a precision replica patch panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its patch panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711578689,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16L","price":215.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-16L-003_48851d2c-dc1e-4587-81f3-f30e55679937.jpg?v=1783303529"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-corner-patch-panel-rh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear corner patch panel is a precision replica patch panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the right-hand (RH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica patch panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711611457,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16R","price":215.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-16R.jpg?v=1783303531"},{"product_id":"ford-bronco-1966-77-rear-corner-patch-panel-lh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, LH – for Ford Bronco 1966–77 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica rear corner patch panel for 1966–1977 Ford Bronco (First Generation) restorations, left-hand (LH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-FD44-16L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/strong\u003e. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Ford Bronco (First Generation) body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its patch panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ford Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first-generation Ford Bronco, built from 1966 to 1977, has gone from farm truck to blue-chip collectible — early uncut Broncos now trade at prices that justify full body-off restorations. Ford built the early Bronco with a fully boxed frame and a simple welded steel body offered as a wagon, half-cab pickup and (briefly) roadster. Because so many Broncos had their rear quarters cut for larger tyres in the 1970s and 80s, straight original sheet metal is scarce, and complete reproduction bodies, cabs and individual stamped panels are now central to the Bronco restoration industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Broncos rust in the usual Ford truck places: floor pans front and rear, rocker panels, inner and outer rear quarters, wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and the tailgate. The good news is that virtually every panel on a 1966–1977 Bronco is reproduced to a high standard, so builders can replace entire corroded assemblies — or start from a complete new body — rather than repairing pitted original steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Ford Bronco (First Generation)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1966–1977 models as listed above. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Ford Bronco (First Generation) commonly rusts in floor pans, rockers, rear quarters and wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and tailgates, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ford.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-bronco-1966-77\"\u003eall Ford Bronco (First Generation) panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126716461121,"sku":"SYC-FD44-16L","price":310.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-FD44-16L_1f27053d-2790-460f-abec-de34895c525d.jpg?v=1783303664"},{"product_id":"ford-bronco-1966-77-rear-corner-patch-panel-rh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, RH – for Ford Bronco 1966–77 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica rear corner patch panel for 1966–1977 Ford Bronco (First Generation) restorations, right-hand (RH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-FD44-16R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eFord Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/strong\u003e. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica patch panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor Generation), no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ford Bronco (First Generation)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first-generation Ford Bronco, built from 1966 to 1977, has gone from farm truck to blue-chip collectible — early uncut Broncos now trade at prices that justify full body-off restorations. Ford built the early Bronco with a fully boxed frame and a simple welded steel body offered as a wagon, half-cab pickup and (briefly) roadster. Because so many Broncos had their rear quarters cut for larger tyres in the 1970s and 80s, straight original sheet metal is scarce, and complete reproduction bodies, cabs and individual stamped panels are now central to the Bronco restoration industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Broncos rust in the usual Ford truck places: floor pans front and rear, rocker panels, inner and outer rear quarters, wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and the tailgate. The good news is that virtually every panel on a 1966–1977 Bronco is reproduced to a high standard, so builders can replace entire corroded assemblies — or start from a complete new body — rather than repairing pitted original steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Ford Bronco (First Generation)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1966–1977 models as listed above. Panels listed for 1966–1977 fit all first-generation Broncos unless noted; 1966–1968 trucks differ in some trim and grille details, and 'uncut' rear quarters restore the factory wheel-arch line on trucks whose arches were cut. Test-fit before paint, as with any reproduction panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Ford Bronco (First Generation) commonly rusts in floor pans, rockers, rear quarters and wheel housings, fender aprons, door bottoms and tailgates, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ford.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-bronco-1966-77\"\u003eall Ford Bronco (First Generation) panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126716526657,"sku":"SYC-FD44-16R","price":310.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-FD44-16R_e0655e9e-d5c8-4257-8aae-5bc4637c968d.jpg?v=1783303665"}],"url":"https:\/\/rebornretros.com\/collections\/panels-patch-panels.oembed","provider":"classicbody","version":"1.0","type":"link"}