Originally Posted by Phak1
In the Chevrolet Shop Manual, there is procedures for assembling and adjustments for the hood, fenders and radiator support.

Here is a link to that section. http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1948_51truck/51ctsm1104.htm
Phak1 - thanks for the reminder, I have an original shop manual and had forgotten about section 11. I'm starting from scratch as I removed the entire front clip when I started my refurbishment/ restoration. I kept the original pad/shims that were under the radiator support and matched that thickness very closely with just the new rubber pads. With input from the team on Stovebolt it now sounds like I'm going to start with the gap at the rear of the hood and cowl and the side of the hood and cowl . Thanks for your help.

Ron - - Dusty53
1954 Chevy 3604
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