Replacing wood in a 35 GM

How much trouble is it to replace the wood structure in a 35 GM two door? Especially the wood around the doors.

Ed

 

If you are a cabinet maker, used to working with hard woods I would say no problem to make your own... If not I would suggest buying a "wood kit" if one is made for your car...

 

David Entler makes wood kits for the 33-36 GM Bodies.
djentler@msn.com

 

I get no response from this e-mail.

 

I think it took him maybe about 2 weeks to get back to me. I was told he is a bit slow to respond. I guess they were right.

 

where is he located

 

I've done them before, If you have decent enough patterns with the old wood it's fairly easy, you will need a band saw, a drill, (or a drill press is better) Sometimes the more complex curved parts were finger jointed with like 1 1/2 finger joints. You'll have to glue up several layers and stagger the joints on those pieces. A jigsaw and a table saw may be needed too. It's time consuming with lots of test fitting but worth it. Use Ash wood which is HARD as a rock, or use Oak which is easier to find. Post pictures!

 

Here's a couple of other wood suppliers.

http://www.chevywood.com/ http://www.autowood.net/index.htm

 

Thanks as I have a 35 2dr standard that I need some wood for