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I am rebuilding a 1937 3 Window Coupe (Model 1098, 120-C). The interior wood floor and all interior braces were rotted or missing at this point. I attempted to call some previously identified resources and unfortunately found that they no longer existed or were not doing that kind of work anymore.

I am evaluating my possible options. Looking for any plans to reconstruct it out of wood or replace with metal. I can't find anything detailing where and how supports should be, to base the rebuild. Any guidance, suggestions, or referrals would be greatly appreciated. Would love to restore to original but understand I may not have that option in 2023. Thank you for your feedback, guidance, and suggestions.

There is a lot of information in the literature Archive on this website.

I would NOT attempt to replace the wooden parts with metal or anything else other than hardwood, or plywood, where used originally.

The large woiden panels (floor board, etc) would be plywood. I'd recommend marine grade plywood. Other wood pieces would be made from Ash.

You can see some of the floor wood structure on my 37 project blog.

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Would love to stay original. Looking for design plans so I can make to specs. TY