Just another update for those that are interested-this weekend I put some new sheet metal in so I finally have a trunk in this car. There was nothing left of the metal in it other than what was directly above the gas tank. I know, it doesn't have any bead rolling...Also, the tailpanel was completely rotted out so I'm trying to reproduce that. There is a bit more to go so I'll be able to put some new weatherstripping in but at least it's a start
Looks good. I'll be doing that in my 50 dodge at some point. So what are you gonna do about strengthening it??? How thick is the metal you used???
Strait-Edge, I used 18 gauge sheet metal. It will have two supports that run from front to back that are also used to mount the gas tank. From what I could see in photos of other '59 trunks, there weren't many bead rolls used. If I have problems with oil canning, I'll add some reinforcements underneath. I was in it sitting and standing with no problems so far...A '50 Dodge huh? Cool, I have a '50 Desoto to work on after this one.