Sheet metal bending/forming

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I'm a noob to body work, outside of welding I really don't know what I should buy to bend, curve and generally shape sheet metal. I will be building sections of the floor on my BJ60, possibly wheel wells and definitely inner fenders. If I feel brave enough I might even tackle the rust on the upper hatch that is eating into the window weatherstripping support.
Money as usual is a concern so I am looking at options from Harbor Freight. Does anyone know what would be decent, cheap options that would allow me to shape sheet metal into curves (wheel wells) and angles (corrugated floor)? I have a plasma cutter, saws etc so I am not worried about cutting.
Thanks for reading.
 
dont forget the oxygen bottle a for bending curves and a big table helps, good luck
 
I found autobody101 and eastwood forums to be of great use. I am new in sheet metal fabrication business and works for uncle's company. Even I was looking for forums to learn more and more skills. This forum also gave me chance to know many people and they really gave good advice to develop my skills. Thanks!
 

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