47-55.1 Long Time Coming......

[gsinon]

Originally Posted by nvrdone

What started out to be a simple refresh on my '49 has now lead to many upgrades. So far I've followed your lead on rounding the bed stakes. The rear fenders are now at a friend's shop having some dents & cracks reworked. Also, we are installing tubs in the bed, but not your usual style. We are taking a pair of rear fenders and cutting them so they fit between the bed sides & the frame rails.
So right now, I'd like to know where you positioned your gas filler in the left fender. Some dimensions would really help. Thanks much.

Apologies for it taking so long for me to get you these measurements. I have had a crazy week, and today was the first time I have had to get out in the shop.

I hope these measurements and pictures are helpful. If you need any more specific measurements, please let me know.




The leading edge of the gas filler opening is 5-3/8" from the fender edge



Using the center line of the 3/4" tape, it is exactly 3" from the closest slotted fender bolt hole. You can also see that the tape runs right next to that indentation in the fender.






Using those measurements will get you to here for the filler tube/hose to get to the tank.





On another topic, I thought I would share a useful tip for reinstalling body panels after paint.

For years now, I have been drilling 1/8" alignment holes in a spot that is not very conspicuous. In the past I would use 1/8" drill pits to align the part while bolting things down. But not too long ago someone shared this tip, so I thought I would show you.

I bought this Mini Pick & Hook Set on sale at Harbor Freight. Made by Pittsburgh.




One already comes with a nice pointed tip, while the others are bent in some way.



So I cut the tips off of the other three...



And I used my bench grinder to sharpen the ends to a point.

Now I have a set of four with a handle to install and remove with ease.



And here in use....

[nvrdone]

glenn: thanks for the dimensions on the filler cap location. Now when the fenders come back I can complete that part. I like the idea of the pick & hook set. I've generally used small phillips head screwdrivers to align panels. But you can never have too many tools! LOL. When I test fit the fender I used a 3/8" bolt and nut from the inside of the bed, hung the fender & put a nut on the inside. After I got 2 other bolts in, I went back and unscrewed the top nut and bolt. the other alternative is to have my wife help out. She's great at that knid of thing.