Recent content by claybob

Thanks to all that have responded! I bought a new (other) rear main cap for WHEN I have it inserted - I'll simply hold onto it until that time. The original rear main cap has a shortened tube and has been repaired where the tube screws in so I would not use that when I have the mains...

I'm restoring my first model a and keeping it original (as much as possible). The original engine has good main babbits so will be reused. The rear main however has a shortened oil return tube that has been rewelded (tacked) but is otherwise in good shape. the tube still returns below the...

bobmc, Thanks for the attempt. I've got these (and many more) frame dimension blueprints but was looking for the same on the body subrails - Seems to be quite the elusive data. I appreciate the help eother way, Claybob

OK, so obviously no detailed subrail dimensions. How about someone with a 30-31 coupe take a couple of measurements for me, please? Subrail width (outside to outside) just directly behind the A pillar... Subrail width directly in front of the B pillar... Thanks

Terry, Yes, i think this IS what you get to look forward to. Like youngster, I have chosen the plywood method. Agreed, not welding 'till it all fits. I've got posts on multiple forums regarding sub rail dimensions but to date, no real help. I did not get my rails from NC, but rather MACs...

So I've got my new subrails, cross sills, body blocks, etc. and am mocking up. The new rails come undrilled. I have SOME of the old subrail so the front section is pretty obvious. The rear on the other hand, not so much. So, a couple of questions: Where can I find a detailed subrail...