I tried to open the hole by grinding. I was not happy with the results as it was making the amount of metal holding the felt pad rather small. I took the pedal off the shaft and locked it in a vise. I heated up the shaft and bent it just enough. Fits perfectly now.

Last edited by Twin Jimmys; 04/21/2024 6:33 AM.
1947.2 GMC 1/2T SWB panel
1947.2 GMC 1/2T long bed
1948 GMC 1/2T short bed