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I have been playing around with shimming and I believe that I will be able to get everything to line up. Thanks for all the input!
Cool project... I have a 1930 that I'm working on and will be watching yours as well.
I'm just now putting the body back on the frame and only have the hood laying on the cowl and grille shell. It appears that the hood will line up...
Here are some more pics.
Yes I do still have the wooden blocks between the body and frame. Where would I need to tighten up to get the passenger door to rise in the rear?
The body is now rigid with the roof welded in solid and metal frame around the top replacing the wood. I don't think shimming will change the...
I have a 1930 Model A Pickup that I am building. The passenger door is not aligned at the rear with the body lines of the cab. I have welded in a...
I have installed a 4-bar suspension on the rear of a Model A pickup, and plan to use coilover shocks. I'm hoping someone with some experience can...
Thanks guys...this is the kind of feedback that I was looking for. I agree that its ugly, and there isn't much clearance between the intake and...
Those measurements are for a 4 cup engine by the way.
I have a 1990 Mustang 5.0 engine that I'm installing in a Model A pickup. Not sure if I should keep the injection or replace with a carb. I don't...
I have a model B engine that was put into my Model A. It measures 27" from fan to rear of head, 3" longer to the bell housing. 21 1/2 inches from...
Thanks guys....having someone to share and discuss hot rods is really pretty neat.
I've looked at this web site a few times and thought I'd join so I can ask questions and lead from experienced builders. I bought a drivable 30...
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