BILL THE STRIPPER

Tim was in the shop today to assess the condition of the chrome trim or bright work.  At the end of the day, the chrome items to be plated had been substantially reduced.  Tim came to the conclusion that most of the parts could be replaced less expensively than they could be  restored.  There are pieces such as the grille and associated pieces that are a bit pricey and those will be re-plated.

                                                                                                                                         

Bill stripped the hood, trunk lid and both doors today.  Now they are ready to be cleaned and primed.

Don and I spent the day removing rusted metal and fabricating and fitting the new patch panels.  Notice, in the photo to the right, the rust that was hidden behind the latch panel brace.  

A new patch panel was fabricated and fitted.  After this panel is properly located,  the rear fender will be installed again and the latch panel, shown below,  will be welded in place.  Then the lower fender panel will be installed.  At that point, this side of the car will be ready for sandblasting and primer.  

Enjoy,

Tom McCurry