1955-59 GM Truck Body Panel Alignment: Cab to Door to Fender to Hood

Body Panel Alignment Tips and Tricks from an Old Man Fixing Stuff…

Editors Note: This is one of the best videos we’ve seen covering front sheet metal alignment. The explanation specifically addresses 1955-59 GM trucks and is demonstrated on a ’55 Chevrolet, but the concepts and tips apply to any vehicle that uses similar radiator mount supported fender construction.

If you’re having trouble getting your gaps right, this video is for you.

How to align the cab to doors to the fenders and the hood are fully covered, as well as an explanation of what and where the alignment pivot points are and how to use them to get all of your gaps looking good…

Parts Used

• 1955-59 Chevy Truck Radiator Support Mounting Kit
  (Mounts The Radiator Support To The Frame)
  Sold As Set ~ luttyschevy.com/…radiator-support-mounting-kit
• 1955-59 Chevy & GMC Truck Cab Mount Hardware Kit
  Sold As Set ~ luttyschevy.com/…cab-mount-kit-with-hardware
• Auto Alignment Body Shim Assortment
  1/16″ 1/64″ 1/32″ 1/8″ 144 Pieces ~ amzn.to/3aWBH28

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