Body parts...
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Body parts...
Hi All,
I did an intro last week to give you a bit of my story. It looks like the '74 Stingray that I'm trading my '55 Ford Customline for is going to happen. As would be my luck, the 'Vette was hit by a drunk on the front left corner. Insurance will cover the costs, and I'll be having my body & paint guy do the work...I'm taking it as is, along with the ins. settlement check.
So...I'm going to have to get parts for the left front corner (all ahead of the front wheel), front bumper and related mounts, possibly the left headlight assembly. The damage is all cosmetic (at this point). Ins. co said they'd cut another check if damages go beyond the $3200 they sent.
Are there online aftermarket suppliers to avoid? The prices really fluctuate from what I've seen so far, and I'm not looking to have a show car out of this. I do want it to look good though, and we're hoping the new paint can be blended, if not, the whole car will be shot. I read several posts about pressure molded and hand laid up parts, just not sure if it's worth the price. Are there "patch panels" available? Haven't seen them as of yet. I'll try to post a pic of the damages.
Thanks...
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Hi j,
You should look at one of the on line catalogues of the vendors that sell fiberglass body panels.
You'll see 'exploded' views of the body. This will help you get an idea of what parts you should be looking for.
Briefly, I'd say the left side fender, the hood surround, and the bumper.
To do this repair properly may be much more involved and difficult than you think.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
It appears this corner already has a LOT of body putty on it already…. from previous damage…. that may have to be dealt with too.
You should look at one of the on line catalogues of the vendors that sell fiberglass body panels.
You'll see 'exploded' views of the body. This will help you get an idea of what parts you should be looking for.
Briefly, I'd say the left side fender, the hood surround, and the bumper.
To do this repair properly may be much more involved and difficult than you think.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
It appears this corner already has a LOT of body putty on it already…. from previous damage…. that may have to be dealt with too.
Last edited by Alan 71; Apr 21, 2015 at 08:28 AM.
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Hi j,
You should look at one of the on line catalogues of the vendors that sell fiberglass body panels.
You'll see 'exploded' views of the body. This will help you get an idea of what parts you should be looking for.
Briefly, I'd say the left side fender, the hood surround, and the bumper.
To do this repair properly may be much more involved and difficult than you think.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
It appears this corner already has a LOT of body putty on it already…. from previous damage…. that may have to be dealt with too.
You should look at one of the on line catalogues of the vendors that sell fiberglass body panels.
You'll see 'exploded' views of the body. This will help you get an idea of what parts you should be looking for.
Briefly, I'd say the left side fender, the hood surround, and the bumper.
To do this repair properly may be much more involved and difficult than you think.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
It appears this corner already has a LOT of body putty on it already…. from previous damage…. that may have to be dealt with too.
