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Do a search, about a month ago this was discussed (might even be firther forward in this thread). There is supposed to be almost a 3/8 - 1/2 gap at the edge of the front fender where it hits the cowl and is filled by a rubber molding. The molding is sold by a bunch of vendors.
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Do a search, about a month ago this was discussed (might even be firther forward in this thread). There is supposed to be almost a 3/8 - 1/2 gap at the edge of the front fender where it hits the cowl and is filled by a rubber molding. The molding is sold by a bunch of vendors.
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Hey Topper,
That hood looks great! You've got skills.
How did your test fitting of the hood go? I bet it took
5 tries on our's to get it on there without issues - it's surprisingly hard to
get lined up.
Ben in Austin
1950 F1
That hood looks great! You've got skills.
How did your test fitting of the hood go? I bet it took
5 tries on our's to get it on there without issues - it's surprisingly hard to
get lined up.
Ben in Austin
1950 F1
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Jeff, it is single stage urethane from eastwood. I haven't rubbed anything out yet, but it doesn't look bad (looks better from 10 feet). If you want they have a clear coat that can be shot over it.
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hey topper..
i, too, am a career carpenter. i built houses, apartment bldgs,restaurants and u name it right down to kitchens and bathrooms. then i finished up installing fire place replacements. i designed most of the things i built. AND never regreted a single day going to work. that being said ...my 54 f-100 now has my passion. i bought a new welder and am looking for a plasma cutter that isn't toooooo much $$$. i've been in this crazy car thing for about 15 years and just love it. its great to see a guy that thinks in "2x4's and plywood" switch to "1/4 inch plate and mig welding" thought. i can really relate! your ride looks great and you give me renewed inspiration. keep it up!!
q in 'cuse
i, too, am a career carpenter. i built houses, apartment bldgs,restaurants and u name it right down to kitchens and bathrooms. then i finished up installing fire place replacements. i designed most of the things i built. AND never regreted a single day going to work. that being said ...my 54 f-100 now has my passion. i bought a new welder and am looking for a plasma cutter that isn't toooooo much $$$. i've been in this crazy car thing for about 15 years and just love it. its great to see a guy that thinks in "2x4's and plywood" switch to "1/4 inch plate and mig welding" thought. i can really relate! your ride looks great and you give me renewed inspiration. keep it up!!
q in 'cuse
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It's a bit of a risky affair if you haven't done it before, but you will be amazed at the depth and gloss if you color sand and compound it out.
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hey topper..
i, too, am a career carpenter. i built houses, apartment bldgs,restaurants and u name it right down to kitchens and bathrooms. then i finished up installing fire place replacements. i designed most of the things i built. AND never regreted a single day going to work. that being said ...my 54 f-100 now has my passion. i bought a new welder and am looking for a plasma cutter that isn't toooooo much $$$. i've been in this crazy car thing for about 15 years and just love it. its great to see a guy that thinks in "2x4's and plywood" switch to "1/4 inch plate and mig welding" thought. i can really relate! your ride looks great and you give me renewed inspiration. keep it up!!
q in 'cuse
i, too, am a career carpenter. i built houses, apartment bldgs,restaurants and u name it right down to kitchens and bathrooms. then i finished up installing fire place replacements. i designed most of the things i built. AND never regreted a single day going to work. that being said ...my 54 f-100 now has my passion. i bought a new welder and am looking for a plasma cutter that isn't toooooo much $$$. i've been in this crazy car thing for about 15 years and just love it. its great to see a guy that thinks in "2x4's and plywood" switch to "1/4 inch plate and mig welding" thought. i can really relate! your ride looks great and you give me renewed inspiration. keep it up!!
q in 'cuse
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I have been reading all I can about the process and watching videos on you tube. But there is nothing like doing it yourself to learn. And I have always been pretty stubborn, and sometimes a little stupid - but I always go for it.