Well if you use your bondo idea and what he did really soon the bondo will break and everyone can tell how ****ty of a job it was and if you paint it by then, well, you will be in BIG trouble. So basically find a buddy that can weld, weld metel covering the molding to sit flush, then grind down the welds, spread bondo, and sand. Then you know you have done a good job. If you need any other tips on shaving or custom work, feel free to ask. Dave