1971 a arm dust shield replacement

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Mar 14, 2015 | 05:37 PM

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Burning Brakes

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From: wantagh ny

1971 a arm dust shield replacement

Did anyone replace the a arm dust shields on a 71. I bought the rubber shields with the anchors and wondering if it was easy and if there is anything I should anticipate? thanks

Mar 15, 2015 | 08:22 PM

7T1vette

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You also need the plastic push-in pins to mount them.

Mar 16, 2015 | 07:17 PM

72LS1Vette

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You just push the pins (anchors) through the shield into the holes in the inner fender. Very easy installation. The other end gets tucked into the opening in the A-arm.

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Mar 16, 2015 | 09:09 PM

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Burning Brakes

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Ok cool, I did get the pins. I just didn't want to screw it up. Thank you

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You just push the pins (anchors) through the shield into the holes in the inner fender. Very easy installation. The other end gets tucked into the opening in the A-arm.

Rick B.

Mar 16, 2015 | 10:35 PM

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just did it , was about a hour job taking time.

Mar 16, 2015 | 10:37 PM

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quick tip push the plastic pins through the new cover, then install.

Mar 20, 2015 | 09:19 PM

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Burning Brakes

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thanks to all. Its done and looks great. Always good advice from forum members

Mar 21, 2015 | 11:56 AM

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It looks like you already finished the job. This was one of the first things I did to clean up my engine bay on my 72. Putting the new dust shields in place helps clean up that area, was cheap to do, and easy to perform.

kdf