Thread: 55.2-59 1955/2 Sheet metal parts
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Old 12-04-2022, 10:55 AM   #9
dsraven
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Re: 1955/2 Sheet metal parts

do you have the assembly manual? it shows how all that goes together and where to find the spot welds. it also shows stock dimensions so you can ensure you get it right the first time-less messing around later trying to fit the door fitment.
the vertical brace at the rear of the fender has several different lengths available from the different suppliers so that is something to watch for
check the lower hinge pillar area at the step to ensure there is metal left there to weld the new parts to. sometimes you start getting it apart and realise you need the step or rocker part. the step is available with the rocker attached
for the inner cowls I recommend to get that part off before you order so you get what you need. there is a crossbar-water director spot welded onto the pillar above the vent opening inside the cowl. not really needed if you are deleting the cowl vent ahead of the window like a lot of guys do, but if you are keeping the cowl vent then check that trough to ensure it is intact and hasnt rotted a hole in the pillar.
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