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lance leblanc · 10-05-2012, 02:23 PM

As a new comer to Ford Barn I want to Thank all the folks who share their knowlegde and experience on these forums.

"Without it I believe I would have never garnered the courage to begin the frame off restoration of my father-in-laws '29 Tudor".

So to my question, I wish to replace the rusted cowl panels that are below the fuel tank and are riveted to the firewall.

Where do I begin?
How much do I need to be concerned with the stability and alinement of the firewall? (will it take care of itself)
What rivet tools are recommended, do I need a air tool?
What size rivets?
Should I be losing sleep at night of this?

Lance

10-05-2012, 02:23 PM	#1
lance leblanc Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Baton Rouge LA Posts: 238	Riddle my rivets! As a new comer to Ford Barn I want to Thank all the folks who share their knowlegde and experience on these forums. "Without it I believe I would have never garnered the courage to begin the frame off restoration of my father-in-laws '29 Tudor". So to my question, I wish to replace the rusted cowl panels that are below the fuel tank and are riveted to the firewall. Where do I begin? How much do I need to be concerned with the stability and alinement of the firewall? (will it take care of itself) What rivet tools are recommended, do I need a air tool? What size rivets? Should I be losing sleep at night of this? Lance