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Lark Parker
Cruiser Member
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2007 : 7:55:34 PM
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The content here is just a reformatting of the previously posted "Speedster Cap repair" thread and uses Photobucket so that the text is easier to get to.
An original style Studebaker accessory cap, standard on 1955 Speedsters, optional for a few other years. This style of construction, and repair, is also used on some prewar hubcaps. Dents have been marked with a Sharpy marker.
Back side of the cap, the reproduction caps do not have the steel frame inside. This frame needs to be removed to reach and fix the dents.
This tool is made from half a small pair of end cutters and ground to the desired shape by a Dremel.
Skin bending. Pry it up to a horizontal position all the way around. It will be opened more later with another tool.
Another bending tool, made from a pair of pliers. Note the overlapping tip has very tight "rubbing" clearance. Keep the bent tip thin for reaching under tight edges.
Positioning the tool. Special tools like this aren't necessary if standard tools can reach in past obstacles.
Tool closed on the stainless lip.
Bend cap edge to a vertical position to release the frame.
We bad!
Skin and frame separated. Note that the lip doesn't have to be completely vertical all the way around for removal. About half to two-thirds will do it.
Back of the cap skin is dirty.
#2 steel wool. Cleaning this to be able to see the dents. On some trim with overspray or road tar this can be assisted with lacquer thinner.
Hey, I found one!
And a dozen more dents found. We are ready for the straightening, polishing and buffing.
Lark Parker If at first you don't succeed -- you will get a lot of advice.
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mbstude
Commander Member
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2007 : 8:09:39 PM
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VERY NICE!!!
Now, I want to see the straightening, polishing, and buffing procedures.
Matthew Burnette '59 Scotsman '63 Daytona Hazlehurst, GA
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Karl
Regal Member
USA
340 Posts |
Posted - 12/08/2007 : 8:51:58 PM
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You have my undivided attendion. |
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jbwhttail
Cruiser Member
USA
159 Posts |
Posted - 12/09/2007 : 2:50:58 PM
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Heck of a job Dale!!!!
easy to use aint it
It is an addiction! |
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55Prez
Regal Member
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Posted - 12/18/2007 : 2:34:36 PM
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Here's Number #1.... Excellent work!
Bob Johnstone
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