Jazzman’s #8745 "Flip Top" Build

[edwardb]

Regarding the center sections installation -- you've made good progress getting it that far. It's one of the more challenging steps, at least for me so far in the build. I've seen other posts where guys experienced the gap like you're showing at the front mounts. Not sure who might have changed something. Ford or Factory Five. Mine was wedged in tight, but some others not. Something has changed. But the proper sized washer to fill the space will solve it. As far as the front bolts, they are definitely 16mm. You did drill out the front center section mount holes to 5/8 inch, per the instructions, right? Sure hope so because it wouldn't be fun to drill them in place. With the 5/8 hole, the 16mm bolt will go through, and that's what's required for the front bushings. I too received 4 16mm locknuts and have 2 not used. Kind of ironic. We chase backorders and missing parts, but then have lots of stuff left over too.