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Old Aug 11, 2009 | 09:07 PM
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Radiator support rods
Can anyone give me some guidence on how to adjust my radiator support rods that run from the firewall to the front edge of the front fenders? Almost up and drivable after many years of work. Thanks in advance for any help you can give. 1955 Ford Panel
 
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Thanks to anyone who looked. I did find an earlier post from 53olderthan me that seems ro cover the subject. Guess I should have looked first!!
 
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I think it's just a matter of loosening the two locking nuts in the front and tightening in the right direction.
 
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