body repair data, need help with 1957 4 door hardtop

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June 28th, 2015, 01:53 AM

lost cause

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body repair data, need help with 1957 4 door hardtop

Hi All. I've got a 1957 Olds Super88 4 door pillarless sedan. It's rotten in all floor/trunk panels. The body has sagged and moved around. I'm hoping someone can point me in the direction of a body repair chart, so I can map where everything is supposed to be, and what is still in the right position, so I can start the repair/restoration. Any help would be appreciated.

June 28th, 2015, 08:12 PM

2blu442

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It sounds to me like you may want to find another car that's more solid and use this one for parts. Where are you located?

John

June 28th, 2015, 08:30 PM

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Hi John. I'm in New Zealand. I've got the skills and the time to do this. Would be easier with the data though. Besides, I'm a sucker for a lost cause

June 29th, 2015, 06:13 AM

Tedd Thompson

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Welcome aboard.

This would have to be a labor of love because you will be in it far more than you could ever get out of it. That being said I would start looking for a parts car anyway even if you would have to import it. Sounds like the frame is sagging or the body is dissolving into and around it.I wish you luck, love to see a few pictures.... Tedd