Correct installation of inner fender brace? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jcwren · 11-25-2019, 04:05 PM

Not sure which way this brace is supposed to be installed. The impressions in the paint suggest that the larger edge was facing up. But this causes the alternator cable to run directly across it, which doesn't make sense. Unless, of course, the alternator cable is routed incorrectly... The brace doesn't fit as well if it's flipped over.

The alternator cable has a anchor pin that goes nicely in a hole in the inner fender (just off of picture left). There's a hole in the frame that it might could be moved to, but then the cable has a lot of excess between the anchor and the alternator.

I didn't take it apart, so not sure how it's supposed to go back together correctly. Unfortunately, in either case, the aftermarket inner fender bolt holes don't line up with the brace, so there's going to have to be a little rework done.

jimelfarm · 11-25-2019, 07:02 PM

The way you have it now is how mine was when I took it apart. You have to align the last two holes with a punch to pull the inner fender into shape to fit the bracket. Don't know about the electrical wire, I had no issues but my alternator is now a one wire.

PepperTreeGarage · 11-25-2019, 07:07 PM

This is how mine will go back once I finish the build. '72 C20. Hope it helps.

jcwren · 11-25-2019, 07:59 PM

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This is how mine will go back once I finish the build. '72 C20. Hope it helps.

OK, that makes the most sense. With a little coercion I got it installed.

Thanks!

PepperTreeGarage · 11-26-2019, 08:42 PM

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OK, that makes the most sense. With a little coercion I got it installed.

Thanks!

Glad it helped. Wished I was putting that part back in. It's going to be awhile. This is where we're at in the build.

Happy_dan · 11-27-2019, 08:59 AM

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Glad it helped. Wished I was putting that part back in. It's going to be awhile. This is where we're at in the build.

Can you post a higher res picture of that engine stand. I want to make one and it looks nice and simple. Where does it attach to the block?

jcwren · 11-27-2019, 09:22 AM

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Can you post a higher res picture of that engine stand. I want to make one and it looks nice and simple. Where does it attach to the block?

You can get them at Jegs or Summit. They're engine cradles. They're between $30 and $70.

Happy_dan · 11-27-2019, 09:33 AM

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You can get them at Jegs or Summit. They're engine cradles. They're between $30 and $70.

Yes, but I have scrap metal tubing in the shop and a welder so easy enough to make. I am sure I can figure it out but be nice to see one done.

jcwren · 11-27-2019, 09:56 AM

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Yes, but I have scrap metal tubing in the shop and a welder so easy enough to make. I am sure I can figure it out but be nice to see one done.

To the engine mount holes in the front, and two or four of the bellhousing holes. If you google for 'engine cradle' and switch to the images tabs, there are thousands of images showing cradles with and without engines in them, in very high resolution.

Happy_dan · 11-27-2019, 10:30 AM

Excellent, thank you

**1971Stepside** · 11-27-2019, 10:45 AM

Peppertree...can you give me the dimensions on your 2 x 4 stands you have under your tires? I need to build a set of these. Thanks

jcwren · 11-27-2019, 03:44 PM

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Peppertree...can you give me the dimensions on your 2 x 4 stands you have under your tires? I need to build a set of these. Thanks

https://restocar.com/blog/how-to-mak...en-car-stands/

Decent instructions. Don't make them so tall you can't get them under your wheels with your floor jack. My floor jack as 12" of lift, IIRC. You've got to account how far your suspension drops when you jack the frame up, and make them short enough to get under the tire.

**dmjlambert** · 11-28-2019, 03:19 PM

That is interesting. I wonder if people make dollies with that same method, by just adding casters. How many pound capacity would be appropriate for choosing casters do you think? Or is attempting something like that unsafe?

PepperTreeGarage · 11-28-2019, 04:31 PM

2X4's and deck screws, for all your lifting and moving needs. The DANA 60 is around 500 lbs. and when you're a one man shop you get creative.

jcwren · 11-28-2019, 06:00 PM

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2X4's and deck screws, for all your lifting and moving needs. The DANA 60 is around 500 lbs. and when you're a one man shop you get creative.

How'd you get it high enough to get the wheel cradles and the jackstands under it?

PepperTreeGarage · 11-28-2019, 08:58 PM

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How'd you get it high enough to get the wheel cradles and the jackstands under it?

Lift with floor jack and put 4X4 under tires. Lower and then add 4X6 on top of floor jack and lift again.

**dmjlambert** · 11-28-2019, 09:37 PM

Funny thread, turned down a different gravel road. Useful info, I like it.

11-25-2019, 04:05 PM	#1
jcwren Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Flowery Branch, GA Posts: 206	Correct installation of inner fender brace? Not sure which way this brace is supposed to be installed. The impressions in the paint suggest that the larger edge was facing up. But this causes the alternator cable to run directly across it, which doesn't make sense. Unless, of course, the alternator cable is routed incorrectly... The brace doesn't fit as well if it's flipped over. The alternator cable has a anchor pin that goes nicely in a hole in the inner fender (just off of picture left). There's a hole in the frame that it might could be moved to, but then the cable has a lot of excess between the anchor and the alternator. I didn't take it apart, so not sure how it's supposed to go back together correctly. Unfortunately, in either case, the aftermarket inner fender bolt holes don't line up with the brace, so there's going to have to be a little rework done. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 LWB Stepside 1971 Dodge Dart 1993 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon

11-25-2019, 07:02 PM	#2
jimelfarm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: oelwein iowa Posts: 40	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? The way you have it now is how mine was when I took it apart. You have to align the last two holes with a punch to pull the inner fender into shape to fit the bracket. Don't know about the electrical wire, I had no issues but my alternator is now a one wire.

11-25-2019, 07:07 PM	#3
PepperTreeGarage Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 281	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? This is how mine will go back once I finish the build. '72 C20. Hope it helps. Attached Images

11-27-2019, 10:30 AM	#10
Happy_dan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: New Boston, NH Posts: 456	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? Excellent, thank you __________________ 1968 C-20 CST Vermillion http://imageevent.com/happy_dan/dantoys/68c20 2019 Silverado 2012 Camaro ZL1

11-27-2019, 10:45 AM	#11
1971Stepside Almost Satisfied Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? Peppertree...can you give me the dimensions on your 2 x 4 stands you have under your tires? I need to build a set of these. Thanks __________________ 1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far."

11-28-2019, 03:19 PM	#13
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,562	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? That is interesting. I wonder if people make dollies with that same method, by just adding casters. How many pound capacity would be appropriate for choosing casters do you think? Or is attempting something like that unsafe?

11-28-2019, 04:31 PM	#14
PepperTreeGarage Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 281	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? 2X4's and deck screws, for all your lifting and moving needs. The DANA 60 is around 500 lbs. and when you're a one man shop you get creative. Attached Images

11-28-2019, 09:37 PM	#17
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,562	Re: Correct installation of inner fender brace? Funny thread, turned down a different gravel road. Useful info, I like it.



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