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Hi All, Well, I'm going to cut the body up on the 39 but, I'm not sure where to start. I'm replacing the firewall, lower cowls (inner and outer)...
Hi All, How do you get the original hinge pin out of the two piece 1930's hoods? Thanks Paul
Hi All, Just bought and installed a 2 post lift and I was wondering if the 39 frame is strong enough to leave the car on the lift for days at a...
Hi All, Hope everyone had a great Christmas! Well, I cut the lower door panel out and tacked the new piece in. In my haste I cut the panel too...
Hi All, I'm tackling my doors and need some help AGAIN. Do you install the inner panel first or do you start with the outer door skin first? I'm...
Hi All, What's the difference if I use 37 degree flares on my brake lines instead of the 45 degree. I own a hydraulic shop and we use the 37...
Hi All, I've been trying to post this thread but it doesn't seem to go through. I've decided to put a hydro boost brake booster on my '39, but i...
Has anyone used a Artisan 797 walking foot sewing machine for their interior? If so what do you think of it. Thanks Paul
Quick question to anyone with a 39 Chevy sedan. Is your roof pretty flat about 12 to 15 inches back from the windshield or does it have a...
Hi All, What would happen if I sprayed a few panels with PPG 579, wiped them off 5 or 10 times with soaking wet rags, then sprayed the PPG 570...
Hi guys, I'm taking a bodywork break and moving to the rear end. I bought a 8.8 rear end out of an Exploder to put under the '39 chevy because...
Hi All, I need some help. I'm working on my 39 Chev Sedan top. A little history on the build, I bought the car as a project thinking the hard part...
Has anyone installed Hagen hidden hinges in a 39 chevy sedan. I was wondering if the A-pillar hinge pockets have to be trimmed back about 1/2" on...
Does anyone know what the distance is between the lower dashboard and the body mount area on the floor of a 39 chevy sedan? My lower cowl and...
Hi All, My name is Paul. I bought a 39 Chevy sedan a while ago for a project for my daughter and me. Might have bit off more than I can chew but...
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