I'm about to install a new passenger side outer rocker panel on my '81 (old ones were rusted out). I thought they would just slip right on but I think they may need some trimming/bending. And the top lip seems wide (about 3/4"). The overhang from the body panel to the frame (where the rocker panel attaches) is only about 1/4". Also the frame near the rear wheel seems to flare outwards and there is also a rubber spacer on the panel.
Any tips on installing these things? Should they be flush with the body panel above? Here's a few pics...
The new panel...
Rear section of frame where it bends outwards and has the rubber spacer.
The 1/4" lip from the body panel above to the frame...
