I just want to eliminate any possibility of adhesion problems on the exterior of the car.. I don't trust the E coat unless it's a new panel from the original manufacturer. I'd hate to do my bodywork over the E coat and have it peal/flake off down the road. If I orbital the metal with 80grit and epoxy it I'll know for sure my bodywork will stick to the epoxy.
Once again - thanks so much for all these detailed photos. I use them as a reference when I need to look at something for my car. Front Fenders!!! This is getting exciting now! Keep on Randy - this is great stuff.
Thanks!! I played with my hood hinges today and your hood problem will indeed adjust down by those bolts.. I don't think your hood hinges are ruined. With those hood hinge bolts loose the back of the hood will pop up really high! If you can remove your fenders and adjust the hood to the cowl that would be best.
Thanks! Yeah I can't wait to see the body in paint.. I know it'll be a few more years of piecing it together after that, since it'll get really expensive when it comes to suspension, drivetrain, interior, glass and all the other pieces that will nickel and dime me to death.. I couldn't imagine what this car would have cost to do the sheet metal/ bodywork at a resto shop!
