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| | | | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | | | | | | Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,636 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,636 | Even with "detailed" instructions getting the hood and front fenders right can be a trying experience.
It helps if you have someone there to help with lifting and wiggling. Also helps if all the bolts are loose.
I wish someone would make a video wile placing the hood and front fenders.
I'm still having problems getting the back corners down. Even with instructions. | | | | | Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 88 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 88 | Thanks for the reponses. The posted tech instructions are good...I did follow those instructions which are also provided in the shop manual. I'll check the inner fender to cab bolts...I didn't loosen them completely thinking I needed to move the outer fender more than the inner fender. I'll keep working on it and if I can't get the alignment right I guess I'll use the ultimate tool...cash...and take it to the great guys at my local body shop. | | | | | Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,393 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,393 | Such a beautiful finish. Did you use any edge protectors when adjusting the fenders and hood ? If so, what?
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| | | | | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 866 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 866 | Love the color!! It took my son and I many tries to get the hood on proper. Just be patient and have a helper or 2 around!! Yes keep everything loose and cover the fenders! | | | | | Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 88 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 88 | Thanks for the comments. For edge protection, I used duct tape because that's what my paint shop recommended but don't leave it on long. I used a very mild solvent to remove any residual glue. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 277 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 277 | I love the color of that truck too. I am looking forward to seeing the finished product. I read the article on adjusting the hood and guessing that fender skirts are inner fenders.
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