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  • Tom L.
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    • May 7, 2007
    • 438

    Measurement for body shims

    This post was prompted by Michael Hanson's very interesting pictures of the measuring jig used in production (thanks Michael).

    I purchased my car in a state of substantial dis-assembly from the previous owner who gave up on the restoration a few years into it. When I took possession, the body was still on but all of the bolts and shims were out, and unmarked of course. Moreover, the shim markings were obliterated by surface rust on the frame.

    I'm looking forward to a body drop sometime in June or July. Can anyone suggest a reasonable method for determining how many shims are required at each mount? Thanks in advance.
  • John L.
    Expired
    • September 30, 1996
    • 159

    #2
    Re: Measurement for body shims

    Tom would it be possible to count the shims on your 70 and use that number as a starting point for your 71 adding or subtracting as needed for fit? Not real scientific, but it may get you in the ballpark for final body fit.
    Just a thought, good luck on your restoration.
    John

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    • Tom L.
      Expired
      • May 7, 2007
      • 438

      #3
      Re: Measurement for body shims

      John,

      Thanks, but I sold the '71 years ago. It would have been a great reference piece for this project. It's one of many cars that I wish I kept.

      Tom

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      • Harmon C.
        Extremely Frequent Poster
        • August 31, 1994
        • 3228

        #4
        Re: Measurement for body shims

        I have used two shims under body mounts 2 and 3 as a starting point.
        It's easy to add or take out shims from 1 and 4 as needed. For convertibles you can adjust the gap at the rear of the door with no problem. It takes some time but it's not a hard job.
        Lyle

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        • Tom L.
          Expired
          • May 7, 2007
          • 438

          #5
          Re: Measurement for body shims

          Never mind. This question was proficiently answered a mere ten days ago by James West and others. I should have checked the achieves before posting. Thanks anyway.

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