Let me first say, I have watched this forum for a couple of years before deciding to tackle a job like this.
Without the help and advice of those in this forum, I NEVER would have the desire to undertake such a huge project like this!
After reading and seeing all of the different resto threads, I have decided to start my own project thread!
This is what I started with
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I saw and read where different members (Donny, Detmatt1, SGTPaul,) built their own chassis jig or body jig.
I liked the idea of everything being tied down and being able to reference back to factory specs.
I know it can be done by putting the car on jack stands (or other methods) but for me, (a beginner) I thought this would be the best way for me to go.
So I built a body jig to hold the car securely during disassembly.
The jig was originally a 4’x8’ table that I picked up at the local scrap yard. It was cut in half horizontally then put end to end to give me 4’x16’
It‘s made from 2x2 tubing with ¼ wall. And has leveling screws at every leg.
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I cut the quarter panels off to get better access
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Outer rockers are shot!
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Trunk pan was patched long ago and will be replaced
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So out it came!
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Next, time to remove the cowl
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Lots of pine needles and a mouse house
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Rust damage around the base of the a-pillar, this will be fun to fix!
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A diamond in the rough? I can only hope!
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Any and all comments are welcome!
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