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I have another thread in the Paint and Bodywork section that inquires about filler putty and the hood's low spots where I show my attempts at siffening up the hood, but thought it best to add to this one as well for those interested. The bodywork thread is here if you want to get into the discussions revolving around laqcuer primer and filler options...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780912

Anyhoo,

I put 3/16” x ¾” bar stock at the side supports, drilled and tapped for #10-32 screws every 5 inches with matching holes in the support. The bar stock gives the screws something to push on and the aluminum flats (about 0.060" thick by 5 or 6" wide) protect the under side of the hood from the screws and evens out the pressure. The center support was made from ½” x 1” x 1/8” thick channel, drilled and tapped for the same screws.