40 Ford inner fender bumpers

[goshencars]

There are two holes in the lower edge of the inner apron fender panels. One on each side of the cutout for the brake line. Does a bumper go in both holes? I thought I read that one hole is for a bolt. The bumper kits have 4 rubber bumpers. What is correct? Thanks

[deuce_roadster]

Without goin out to the shop and looking at my wagon, I think one had a bolt and one had a bumper. Is there a hole in the frame that lines up with one of the holes? Keep in mind there could be early/late differences. My wagon is a very late 40. Also, are these inner fender panels from this car? 39s are different in front but will bolt to the fender.
Maybe Kube will clear this up.

[Ken/Alabama]

Both of my 40s have bumpers in both holes.

[Kube]

Originally Posted by goshencars

There are two holes in the lower edge of the inner apron fender panels. One on each side of the cutout for the brake line. Does a bumper go in both holes? I thought I read that one hole is for a bolt. The bumper kits have 4 rubber bumpers. What is correct? Thanks

Some frames had a caged nut behind one of the holes. With these frames, obviously, a bolt, flat washer and lock washer were utilized.
I don't recall at this moment if this was an early or later design feature and would have to check my notes before commenting on the timing.

[goshencars]

Mine is an early. It does have a hole in the frame in front of the brake line bracket. That is what confused me.

[Kube]

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Originally Posted by goshencars

mine is an early. It does have a hole in the frame in front of the brake line bracket. That is what confused me.

if a bolt was installed, a small square piece of anti squeak material was placed between the fender pan and frame.
The pad was about 1 1/4" x 2 1/2". It is very similar ot modern duck cloth - available at any fabric store.

[goshencars]

Thanks to all. I am going with the bolt and the fabric. thanks again