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Projects 1931 Model A On 32 Frame question.

Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by sponge, May 3, 2018.

  1. sponge
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
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    sponge
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    from Austin tx

    So I got my 31 body on my 32 frame and I have a question.
    Most pictures you see of bodies on frames have the wheels on.
    Do most people cut and shape the bottom of the rear wheel wells to follow the frame contour or
    just leave flat as stock?
    I am kinda thinking of cutting the body to follow the contour but I was looking for pictures for a little guidance but am struggling to find any.

    what do you guys think?
     
  2. alchemy
    Joined: Sep 27, 2002
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    I think most I see leave the wheelwells full length, but I have seen them cut before. Probably depends on if your frame fits inside or not. Can you leave the 32 frame rear width stock and still fit inside the wheelwells?
     
  3. Dino 64
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    from Virginia

    I cut mine to follow the kick up on the 32 frame. Exactly how you shape the cut out is up to you. Here’s the only pic I have that shows it, the brake drum is hiding a little IMG_2321.JPG


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  4. sponge
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
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    sponge
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    from Austin tx

    My frame fits inside but i have a through frame brake fitting that comes out inside the wheel well. i might just trim the wheel well to clear the brake connector.
     
  5. 48stude
    Joined: Jul 31, 2004
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    Here is what I did, although its a 29. Bill
    P1020402.JPG
     
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  6. sponge
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
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    sponge
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    from Austin tx

    thanks gives me a better idea.
     
  7. Just Gary
    Joined: Oct 9, 2002
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    On my '28 Tudor on '32 rails, I trimmed the body to match the frame's curvature.

    Sorry for the poor photo. :oops:
    IMAG0830.jpg
     
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