Looking for ideas here. I have had no success with cutting and trimming aluminum sheet metal and stock. A jig saw and metal shears don't really work well for me. As a result, I have avoided any fabrication. It's been a frustration for me as throughout the build there have been many instances where I would like to try out ideas. But, as I tackle them it just gets frustrating and I destroy the piece. And, using a belt sander or table grinder to clean up edges just gums up the wheel.

I know, you're wondering, how did this guy ever build a car. Answer... by working around it.