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Old 09-21-2021, 11:57 AM   #34
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Re: 1958 Saab story

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Originally Posted by dsraven View Post
Could you build a frame out of wood that is the same width as your old truck firewall cutout and use that as a caliper to see how and where to trim the saab? Just a thought. Maybe easier for you with the hoist and a helper than it was for me. No helper and my hoist was an engine lift with a cab lifting device attached (yup, a little jealousy noted, haha).
I'm hoping to move the body an inch forward to center the rear wheels, cut a groove in the channel that serves as a drain for the wiper motor pocket and make filler panels to close up the gaps. I'll keep you posted how it works out.

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