Description
Streamline your custom metal shaping with the Magnum SS18FD, a dual-action fabrication station designed to eliminate time-consuming jaw changes. This combination shrinker and stretcher features dedicated jaws on opposite sides, allowing you to seamlessly buckle or stretch 18-gauge mild steel into complex, continuous curves. Mounted on a foot-operated, free-standing base, it frees up both hands for precise panel manipulation, making it the ultimate tool for serious auto body restorers and custom fender fabricators.
Features
- Dual-sided operation – Houses shrinker jaws on one side and stretcher jaws on the other for instant transition between tasks.
- Foot pedal actuation – Provides hands-free power, allowing the operator to firmly guide the sheet metal with both hands.
- Free-standing base – The heavy, balanced stand does not require floor bolting, allowing you to move the unit anywhere in the shop.
Specifications
- Mild Steel Capacity: 18 Gauge
- Maximum Work Depth (Throat): 1 in.
- Operation Type: Foot Pedal
- Supplier Part Number: SS-18FD
- KMS Product Code: MAG-SS18FD
Includes
- (1) Combination Shrinker/Stretcher Body
- (1) Free-Standing Foot Operated Stand
Common Shop Applications
- Fabricating smooth, curved wheel arches and quarter panel patches for auto restoration.
- Creating custom window channels and complex compound-curve sheet metal trim.
Recommended Shop Add-Ons
- A set of auto body hammers and dollies for final smoothing: Magnum Hammer and Dolly
- Replacement jaw sets to keep the tool gripping sharply: Magnum Replacement Jaws
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between shrinking and stretching? A: Shrinking compresses the metal edge to create an inside curve, while stretching pulls the metal edge apart to create an outside curve.
Q: Do I need to lubricate the metal before using this tool? A: No, the jaws rely entirely on friction to grab and move the metal. Lubricant will cause them to slip and fail to shape the panel. Keep the metal clean and dry.
