I have been wondering how I can help this cruiser community and finally feel I have an opportunity with the body/tub. May need bits of help confirming dimensions but wanted to get it compiled into an area for lots of folks like myself looking for answers.
I am in the middle of replacing about 75% of my tub due to rust and temporary repair decisions over the last 30 years. Problem I have run into is with the structural integrity of the tub compromised over this period it has gotten out of square and a bit tweaked.
I am attempting to get it as close to original dimensions as possible. Don’t worry I love to take photos… current status below:
I was able to align the marker lights which helped immensely with confidence in the location. Also aligned using a new rear sill as there was literally no sill when I started. The body would flop and clap against the mounts on any roads making less than desirable to enjoy a cruise.
I have about 25-3/8” from to of B pillar to bottom edge of rocker and quarter panel. Is this close to what others have? I am questioning my old measurements as the gas panel doesn’t align. I’m ok with moving that but want to get opinions first.
This where it’s skewed… I remember reading 40” between wheel wells which translates to the rear quarter since they are close to flush. I have 41” and change so need to pull this in a bit I believe. Plus, look at the gap on the sill plate.
Appreciate any and all help here. I’ll continue to document as I go. Thanks to @waitingfortime for the inspiration to dive in and fix it right. Boy do I hate rust.
I am in the middle of replacing about 75% of my tub due to rust and temporary repair decisions over the last 30 years. Problem I have run into is with the structural integrity of the tub compromised over this period it has gotten out of square and a bit tweaked.
I am attempting to get it as close to original dimensions as possible. Don’t worry I love to take photos… current status below:
I was able to align the marker lights which helped immensely with confidence in the location. Also aligned using a new rear sill as there was literally no sill when I started. The body would flop and clap against the mounts on any roads making less than desirable to enjoy a cruise.
This where it’s skewed… I remember reading 40” between wheel wells which translates to the rear quarter since they are close to flush. I have 41” and change so need to pull this in a bit I believe. Plus, look at the gap on the sill plate.
Appreciate any and all help here. I’ll continue to document as I go. Thanks to @waitingfortime for the inspiration to dive in and fix it right. Boy do I hate rust.