From the photos the screw holes do not appear to marry up with other holes?
The strut is loose, I can wiggle it so it does match the holes. Weird. confused2

In 2nd photo is that a slim piece of foam on the doorskin?
Very good observation! Just went to the garage for a quick look, it's a small piece of foam, I guess it should touch the strut. Otherwise it would have no use there.

In the last photo there appears to be a "corner" added to your hood material - what's that about?
I have two of those! Each corner is strengthened with a patch of leather. I thought this was standard?

Best of luck with the reconstruction
Thank you sir! thumbs The car will be off the road for a month to sort some niggles and make some modifications. I blame Yuri. His project triggered a nerve. crazy2