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Old Nov 15, 2012 | 05:59 PM
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Id like to remove those two ugly lock pillar panel rivets ( on my 78. Body is off frame and I have left panel removed) What could be used to secure the panel? I would imagin GM put them there for better securing panel. Any thoughts? Frank.
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You might want to check the AIM. I believe the rivets hold a bracket on the back side of the panel.

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Thanks for reply but no . Rivets go into pillar (or frame) of bird cage. What is AIM?
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Thanks for reply but no . Rivets go into pillar (or frame) of bird cage. What is AIM?
AIM - Assembly Instruction Manual. The best money I have spent in years.

http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=25581

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yes, I have one. I would just like to get rid of the two rivets on each of the lock pillar panels.
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