1950 Mercury rear fender removal

[drgoetz]

My 1950 4 door Mercury needs the rear fender rust spots repaired; in the usual spot, at the front of the fender. (I can not find patch panels.)
How do these fenders come off the car? I can see where they are bolted, however, how are they removed just behind the rear door ... soldered on? I have checked the parts books but do not have a clue at this connection. I can not find a seam.
I want to hang my fender skirts but am really afraid they will both "fly off."

 

[flathead4rd]

I'm not aware of any removable rear fenders on a 50 Merc. Just the rear quarter panel which is not removable. If you need to repair it just cut out the bad section and patch it. I don't think any patch panels are available for repairs anymore.

 

[rotorwrench]

Only the lower portion is bolt removable. The upper section is welded. Lowers for coupes might be available or at least they were. There is a fellow on the HAMB that fabricates some sheet metal for the 49-51 Mercs.

 

[drgoetz]

Thanks for the info on the rear panel. I see plenty of bolts on the lower section, however, it is at the front connection to the "C" pillar; it must be welded, I see no bolts.