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fabricate real leaf springs for engine rocker arms
and add pivot bolts
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add hose clamps to engine; add brass bolts to engine
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paint all parts: body*, chassis, engine, wheels
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* I did limited prep work to the body panels, so
the paint has the look of an older restored car instead of the perfectly
mirror smooth paint of a new model. This is only evident on very close
inspection - it is still a gorgeous paint job, and looks much more fitting
on this old Fiat racer than my usual concours-perfect finish. All body
panels were extensively hand polished and waxed after painting.
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replace all plastic molded bolts on wheels, hubs,
and frame with brass bolts and nuts
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remove all molded rivets on hood, cowl, and rear
deck; replace with brass rivets
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wrap leaf springs in cord "gaiters" per the actual
car
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plank dash and floor with real wood, varnish, and
fasten with brass bolts
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add brass actuation rod to handbrake lever
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fabricate new brake cables
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fabricate canvas side curtains
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upholster seats in real leather and brass
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fabricate steering wheel spokes in brass, wrap with
cord
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