Rocker Molding Fit
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Burning Brakes
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Rocker Molding Fit
I know this question may sit wrong with the purists, so... I'm sorry in advance. BUT, I really like the polished aluminum rocker moldings. Especially with chrome side pipes. My question is, will the 70's era rocker moldings fit on my 68? If so, will there be any mounting modifications needed. Thanks in advance for the input.
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I know this question may sit wrong with the purists, so... I'm sorry in advance. BUT, I really like the polished aluminum rocker moldings. Especially with chrome side pipes. My question is, will the 70's era rocker moldings fit on my 68? If so, will there be any mounting modifications needed. Thanks in advance for the input.
Last edited by SB64; Apr 16, 2015 at 08:12 AM.
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Hi 13611,
The shape of the later aluminum rocker trim will fit fine on your 68; I not sure if the mounting holes are the same though so you may need to drill new holes in the rocker section.
Regards,
Alan
The shape of the later aluminum rocker trim will fit fine on your 68; I not sure if the mounting holes are the same though so you may need to drill new holes in the rocker section.
Regards,
Alan
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Hi,
The shape of the bottom of the fender, door, and dog-leg is the same from 68 on.
The reproduction 70+ rocker trim doesn't fit as well as the originals do but for most people buying trim at this time the current reproduction is the only choice with out getting into serious money.
Regards,
Alan
The shape of the bottom of the fender, door, and dog-leg is the same from 68 on.
The reproduction 70+ rocker trim doesn't fit as well as the originals do but for most people buying trim at this time the current reproduction is the only choice with out getting into serious money.
Regards,
Alan
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I know this question may sit wrong with the purists, so... I'm sorry in advance. BUT, I really like the polished aluminum rocker moldings. Especially with chrome side pipes. My question is, will the 70's era rocker moldings fit on my 68? If so, will there be any mounting modifications needed. Thanks in advance for the input.
Yes they will work...and depending on your headers...they also may need to be cut/trimmed due to the tubes for the side pipe coming out from under the rocker.
Also....the rocker panels are different lengths from 1968 to 1982. I do not know the year that they changed...but I know I have several that when set beside each other...one is longer than the other.
And...if you are going for a polished aluminum look....I hope you are aware that the aluminum will tarnish and require frequent polishing to look good.
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