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Joelb56 · 07-13-2023, 03:01 PM

I had to raise the body quite a bit to get the hood to align, doors work but was wondering how high off the frame is the body supposed to sit on a 1931 Model A Coupe?

Bob Bidonde · 07-14-2023, 10:09 AM

There should be 1/4" thick rubber pads nailed to the bottom of the wood mounting blocks. So the clearance between the body and running board aprons should be at best 1/4". However, over time the rubber pads compress so the clearance reduces, but in my opinion the least should be 1/8" minimum.

Flathead · 07-14-2023, 11:15 AM

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I would consider the usual sagged frame or the possibility you have a 28-29 frame or front cross member.

07-13-2023, 03:01 PM	#1
Joelb56 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Posts: 7	Body to frame I had to raise the body quite a bit to get the hood to align, doors work but was wondering how high off the frame is the body supposed to sit on a 1931 Model A Coupe?

07-14-2023, 10:09 AM	#2
Bob Bidonde Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,491	Re: Body to frame There should be 1/4" thick rubber pads nailed to the bottom of the wood mounting blocks. So the clearance between the body and running board aprons should be at best 1/4". However, over time the rubber pads compress so the clearance reduces, but in my opinion the least should be 1/8" minimum. __________________ Bob Bidonde

07-14-2023, 11:15 AM	#3
Flathead Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern Maine Posts: 1,502	Re: Body to frame Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I would consider the usual sagged frame or the possibility you have a 28-29 frame or front cross member.