"Aftermarket" says it all for me.
Having said that, when assembling all original, and straight front clip parts together, these type of issues often arise.
I wish that I had a better answer to help you through this. All I have to offer are the recommendations of taking breaks just before you reach the tool throwing stage and always have cold beer at the ready.


1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission