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forcefed1
11-04-2017, 08:38 AM
Anyone know where i can get dimensions to build a wooden body brace for a 65 coupe?
David Williamson
11-06-2017, 09:17 AM
just 2 - 2X4's about 43 inches long set in a "V" to support the roof, very simple
David W
Rodster
11-06-2017, 01:38 PM
Like David said. I used some leftover PVC pipe.... Here's one picture, more details here:
https://wayne-yoshida-kh6wz.com/2012/11/11/type-65-coupe-a-pipe-dolly-sheet-aluminum-and-the-independent-front-suspension-ifs/
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CJBergquist
11-06-2017, 10:30 PM
I built a couple wood supports and hung the body from the garage ceiling. Below is link to some photos. HTH
https://www.flickr.com/photos/51103049@N00/sets/72157618473363105/with/3550070501/
forcefed1
11-07-2017, 04:21 PM
piece of cake.
thanks guys