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I had to restore another gas tank for our 29 A. I used the same laquer that I painted the car with 30 years ago but put clear on top. I put 3 coats of clear on at one time. I thought they were heavy enough. My problem is now that I have started wet sanding with 1200 grit paper I have some light...

Our 2 dr sedan was finished in 1974 & it is showing it's age. At the time when I did it I used glazing putty on all the small pits in the sheet metal that were the result of bare metal for years. Now I see small spots lifting all over & I'm guessing it is the glazing putty. If I ever get around...

It seems strange to me that the original cowl lacing on the 28-29 A was held down with a wire on the top side. Can someone explain to me the proper way to route the wire on the ends of the gas tank lip? I know about the little hook hold down in the center, I just don't have good clear pictures...

Can someone tell me the proper color for the steering column support clamp bracket on a 29? In the past I have always painted them the same color as the gas tank. I ordered a new repro & it came with a black finish. I'm thinking I should remove the black & paint it the same as the gas tank. Thanks.

What have you used to seal the seam where the gas tank sits on the cowl in order to keep water out?

I was wondering if you will be giving the site an icon so when you save the link under favorites it's easier to spot? Thanks.

I am wondering what others have used to weld around the steering column support bracket & rivets on a 29 gas tank to stop the leaks. I'm not looking for sloshing compound. I'm wondering about mig welding, brazing, lead-something that will hold up to the stress of grabbing the steering wheel...