Jake Dykstra's 1962 409/409 Impala!

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Two steps forward and one step back seems to be a theme for me here......

I was able to get the drivers side brake lines wrapped up last night - I needed to remove the generator to get some access from above and then work from underneath the car to install the distribution block bolt to the frame. Got everything lined up and tight. I also installed the backing plates and shoe assemblies on both sides. When I went to slide the hub assemblies on the spindle I found out the inside bearing I bought was a touch too small diameter and would not go on the spindle. Luckily I saved the original bearings from the hubs after I disassembled them and those bearings fit. I threw everything in my truck and will swing by NAPA to see if we can source the correct inside bearing and a new seal. The old ones actually look good if I need to re-use them. Outside ones are the correct size.

I took some pictures of the assemblies installed along with the new outside mirror and the better aligned exterior door handles and cleaned up arm rest and inside door handle chrome. Slowly but surely making progress.