I’m not sure about the ‘57, but the original fender braces on my ‘52 attached from the firewall to the fenders, about a third of the way back from the front. It looks like the same brackets (originally attached to the fenders) and the rods were lengthened.
Last edited by Phak1; 04/04/202112:50 AM.
Phil Moderator, The Engine Shop, Interiors and Project Journals
1952 Chevrolet 3100, Three on the Tree, 4:11 torque tube Updated to: ‘59 235 w/hydraulic lifters, 12v w/alternator, HEI, PCV and Power front Disc Brakes Project Journals Stovebolt Gallery Forum
Nice looking engine bay. Your right they had added on to the rods mounted from the fire wall. That makes it easy to leave them off. Thanks.
Thanks for the compliment! I would not be so quick to leave them off. On my ‘52 they are a vital part for the support of the front fenders and I would think they would have a similar function on your ‘57.
Last edited by Phak1; 04/04/202112:15 PM.
Phil Moderator, The Engine Shop, Interiors and Project Journals
1952 Chevrolet 3100, Three on the Tree, 4:11 torque tube Updated to: ‘59 235 w/hydraulic lifters, 12v w/alternator, HEI, PCV and Power front Disc Brakes Project Journals Stovebolt Gallery Forum
In addition to the above post, I found my original rods, and have started to prep and paint them for installation. They mount to the firewall via 5/16" bolts (the holes are pre-threaded).
I'd have them installed in my truck already, but I'm in my nice clothes, and was told I can't work on my truck until later, after the family meal
The braces are also visible in this pic of another '57 Panel Truck that I saw online. It looks like the owner felt that the rods were not needed... I personally think they add character to the year of the vehicle.
Phil Moderator, The Engine Shop, Interiors and Project Journals
1952 Chevrolet 3100, Three on the Tree, 4:11 torque tube Updated to: ‘59 235 w/hydraulic lifters, 12v w/alternator, HEI, PCV and Power front Disc Brakes Project Journals Stovebolt Gallery Forum
