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  1. Lifting Body Method

    Here are pictures of a safe way I used to lift the body on and off my retractable. Note it is best to brace the door openings prior to lifting.

    Started by Dave Owens, 11-18-2010 09:43 AM
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  2. Hood hinge springs

    Hi All I have just finished putting together all the front sheet metal on my 58, and seem to have a problem with the hood springs. The hood wont...

    Started by uk58, 01-22-2012 02:09 PM
    hood, springs
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  3. old cars weekly restoration tips

    Hi Guys I came across this link from old cars weekly on random restoration tips thought it was interesting, might be of some interest anyway?...

    Started by skeehorse, 03-14-2011 12:38 PM
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  4. metal work

    http://metalshapers.org/learning-center/ Here is good web site for metal work some you might be interested in just thought I would post. Jim

    Started by skeehorse, 01-29-2011 07:13 PM
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  5. polishing stainless steel trim

    http://video.icq.com/video/video_selected.php?vid=f178txAEnek&mode=&q2=&icid=vr_sel Here is a good video on repairing trim. I have been repairing &...

    Started by skeehorse, 01-27-2011 12:55 PM
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  6. reproduction/remanufactured

    Here is a couple of parts for sale I have noticed lately that I did not know where available stainless steel skirts and remanufactured flying eclipse...

    Started by skeehorse, 02-24-2011 10:06 AM
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  7. dome liight

    My 58 has the wiring for a dome light switch but no switch, The dome light frame and lens do not show any place for a switch. Do the Skyliners...

    Started by wah2oo, 02-26-2012 09:40 PM
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  8. 58 ford parts

    For Sale NOS hood and other hoods, Fenders, interiot modeling exterior molding and much more call me at 715-497-0445

    Started by mikeskyliner, 04-09-2012 03:25 PM
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  9. Top linkage bushings

    In need of help with the proper clearance of the 5/8 inch bushings, I would appreciate any, and all help with the ideal setup on all the bushings for...

    Started by gunpowder, 06-10-2012 12:44 PM
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  10. For Sale:'59 Skyliner jack

    I have a jack that I removed from a '59 Skyliner. Restored and ready to put in your car. No issues. You can see pictures at...

    Started by Bill's 59, 07-10-2012 09:04 AM
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  11. 57 Windsheild header & door dimensions

    Does anyone have the factory specs on the distance and how I can measure the correct distance/location windshield header for the roof to screw into...

    Started by bluebird, 08-08-2012 02:39 PM
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  12. Rear seat floor panels

    Need floor section under the rear seat from a 57 or 58 retractable right hand side. Please contact me at ocnorb@gmail.com

    Started by bluebird, 10-18-2012 06:52 AM
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  13. hub cap white

    My Hub caps need some paint. I have an excellent set of 57, 14 inch caps with the 38 embossments. One has some of the white paint in the center...

    Started by wah2oo, 12-04-2012 04:56 PM
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  14. Alignment specs. ? 1959

    I'm going to have my 59 front end aligned,, my shop does not have a book that goes back beyond 1960. does anyone know/have the 1959 Skyliner...

    Started by DAnders H9KW, 05-15-2014 03:18 PM
    alignment, camber, caster, toe-in, toe-out
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  15. 1958 ford retractable radiator support mount

    Good Morning, I am trying to find a coil-spring type radiator support mount for my 58 retractable, or something available to replace it. All the...

    Started by ragtopman70, 12-06-2015 08:52 AM
    body, radiator support mount
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  16. Replacement roofs?

    Does anyone know of a good solid roof for sale for a 59 retractable? Where the control link attaches to the package tray on mine has turned out to be...

    Started by 1959retractable, 09-18-2016 04:59 PM
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  17. The color of chrome is painted with on the dash on a 1959

    enough know what it is for a silver color the chrome is painted with on the dash of a1959 Ford

    Started by fogasu, 11-05-2017 01:03 PM
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  18. 59 Quarter patch panels availability

    How many companies are reproducing quarter patch panels for a 59 Skyliner? I only see one company selling them. I hoped for at least a couple...

    Started by 1959retractable, 08-10-2018 11:00 PM
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  19. 59 Rear Wheelwell Sheet Metal

    I'm working on the body of my 59 frame-off restoration, using patch panels. Can anyone direct me to a source for the rear wheelwell sheet metal?...

    Started by Mark Lentz, 10-03-2018 06:47 AM
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  20. Glass date codes

    Can someone help decoding the glass date codes of 1957 Skyliner? My glass date codes are 71, 75, 76 and 77. I just guess the first "7" stands...

    Started by wintros, 02-27-2024 09:30 AM
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