| brooks | -- 01-04-2014 @ 12:27 PM |
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Anyone have any tips on replacing left cowl panel on 1940 coupe? Thanks, Brooks Wilson
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| trjford8 | -- 01-05-2014 @ 9:25 AM |
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I would make sure the body is on the frame to do it.
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| kubes40 | -- 01-05-2014 @ 12:40 PM |
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If you are utilizing Carpenters replacement panels it is not that tough of a job. Alignment is the #1 concern of course as it is when replacing any body panel. I would strongly suggest you remove the factory spot welds. There is a tool made specifically for this purpose. Once you are able to install the new panel, do so "loosely" at first. It should be bolted to the frame and only then - tack weld at a minimum to hold the panel where you think it needs to be. The door should be fit at this time. Be certain the hinge pins are fitting well. Once the gaps of the door are acceptable, you can weld the cowl panel in permanently.
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| brooks | -- 01-07-2014 @ 3:15 PM |
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Thanks Mike for reply, very helpful, but I am having trouble getting top seam lose. I have Bob Drake's complete panel. I have got to get top seam clean of tar and find spot welds I guess, having trouble with this seam, got rest loose. Thanks, Brooks
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