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I tacked the front lip and rear wall to the floor. The front lip was a BEAR to get lined up. I then removed the bracing I installed and measured everything again. Nothing moved during the floor install which made me very happy. Next, I began to replace the inner kick panels of the cab. I did not spot weld the tunnel in place as I suspect that later I will need to modify it to clear the automatic transmission I intend on installing. The information given on the reproduction floors state that modification will be needed for an automatic transmission and I bet that the tunnel is too low. The panel installation is going slowly but smoothly. I often wonder how many hours it would take an experienced shop to do these things. I am glad I have started tracking hours. It really is illuminating on how much time goes into these old girls.

I also tore the front clip apart so I could lighten the fender load when I go to check door alignment. I installed the core support on the frame loosely in preparation for this. I need to get a couple large washers for the bolts that go through the frame mounts.

Cab hours: 25

Total: 37.5



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