I have installed a 54 hood on a 49 cab. It fit perfectly.
The only difference between the 54 and the 47-53 hoods is the lack of recesses for the front emblem holes. The earlier hoods have the recesses. The holes are in the same locations on both hoods, however.
Hoods are not the easiest item to install, especially if they have been damaged. I suspect that may have been the issue with Neverdone's friend.
Carl
thanks 52Carl, I want the hood to be perfect mostly because of the heat, don't want it all bondo'd up. thanks again
