Many were built that way, "back in the day." In 1935 Chevrolet bodies were framed in wood, with a top insert. Standard Chevrolets had a beam front axle, while the Master Deluxe had the "knee action" independent front suspension. Running fenderless might help you accommodate the length of the 292. There are several 1935s among the Inliners. In the "Inliner Rides" Ron Robertson from Ontario is showing a full-fendered '35 coupe powered by a GMC 302.

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