The sidemount spare was an option on the 54's. If you end up not wanting to use the sidemount spare setup, you can probably swap the fender for one without the notch - there are always people looking for the notched fender - that would save you and someone else the work of cutting and flpping that piece.
Samantha


1954 Chevy 3100
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