  |  |  |  | First step in accomplishing the transplant is creating a solid point of reference for locating the donor part on the recipient. To this end I weld up a matrix that fixes to common anchor points found on both cars-- left and right upper a-arm mounts as well as a point on the firewall. Four existing screw holes are used as locating references on the to-be donor section. |  |  |  |  |  | |
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  |  |  |  | Edges are trimmed. Preparing to weld 16 gauge strips behind seams, which will serve to back butt welds and reinforce. By now engine compartment has had the once-over with the media blaster. |  |  |  |  |  | |
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