70 Convertible rear Bow to Frame Screws
#1
Melting Slicks
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70 Convertible rear Bow to Frame Screws
Can someone with a known original top frame and top check the 4 screws that attach the rear bow to the folding frame on a 70 Corvette? I am interested in the configuration of the screws and interested to know if the hardware includes a concave lock washer.
The rear bow is removed when replacing the top so it is very possible my hardware is not correct based on the replacement top on it when purchased.
Pictures would be great.
Happy New Year!
Kind Regards,
Bill
The rear bow is removed when replacing the top so it is very possible my hardware is not correct based on the replacement top on it when purchased.
Pictures would be great.
Happy New Year!
Kind Regards,
Bill
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Can someone with a known original top frame and top check the 4 screws that attach the rear bow to the folding frame on a 70 Corvette? I am interested in the configuration of the screws and interested to know if the hardware includes a concave lock washer.
The rear bow is removed when replacing the top so it is very possible my hardware is not correct based on the replacement top on it when purchased.
Pictures would be great.
Happy New Year!
Kind Regards,
Bill
The rear bow is removed when replacing the top so it is very possible my hardware is not correct based on the replacement top on it when purchased.
Pictures would be great.
Happy New Year!
Kind Regards,
Bill
Ernie
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Hi Bill.
Heres a shot from my 70. Had original rag top in 73 when I bought it, so the screws should be originals. Doesnt show so well in the pic, but looks like a serrated washer behind the flat Phillip's head.
Heres a shot from my 70. Had original rag top in 73 when I bought it, so the screws should be originals. Doesnt show so well in the pic, but looks like a serrated washer behind the flat Phillip's head.
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Thank you Dennis.
My recollection was correct. I paid a LOT of money to have my frame reconditioned. Entire frame was in excellent shape other than the bushings being toast from use. I did not get my original hardware back which was very disappointing. The hardware the restorer provided is not correct. Found the exact screws at the hardware store. Now if I can find 4 lock washer washers.
Thank you again!
Kind Regards,
Bill
My recollection was correct. I paid a LOT of money to have my frame reconditioned. Entire frame was in excellent shape other than the bushings being toast from use. I did not get my original hardware back which was very disappointing. The hardware the restorer provided is not correct. Found the exact screws at the hardware store. Now if I can find 4 lock washer washers.
Thank you again!
Kind Regards,
Bill
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Thank you Dennis.
My recollection was correct. I paid a LOT of money to have my frame reconditioned. Entire frame was in excellent shape other than the bushings being toast from use. I did not get my original hardware back which was very disappointing. The hardware the restorer provided is not correct. Found the exact screws at the hardware store. Now if I can find 4 lock washer washers.
Thank you again!
Kind Regards,
Bill
My recollection was correct. I paid a LOT of money to have my frame reconditioned. Entire frame was in excellent shape other than the bushings being toast from use. I did not get my original hardware back which was very disappointing. The hardware the restorer provided is not correct. Found the exact screws at the hardware store. Now if I can find 4 lock washer washers.
Thank you again!
Kind Regards,
Bill
Ernie
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Here is a picture I snapped today of my original car. It doesn't have the original top on it but the screws are the originals.
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Thank you!! I found my originals and they match. Apparently I did keep my original hardware having learned form previous experiences.
Don't laugh when I tell you where I found them. I have a container of Evapo-Rust I use for derusting small parts. They were in the container. Came out looking like new.
Kind Regards,
Bill
Don't laugh when I tell you where I found them. I have a container of Evapo-Rust I use for derusting small parts. They were in the container. Came out looking like new.
Kind Regards,
Bill
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Thank you!! I found my originals and they match. Apparently I did keep my original hardware having learned form previous experiences.
Don't laugh when I tell you where I found them. I have a container of Evapo-Rust I use for derusting small parts. They were in the container. Came out looking like new.
Kind Regards,
Bill
Don't laugh when I tell you where I found them. I have a container of Evapo-Rust I use for derusting small parts. They were in the container. Came out looking like new.
Kind Regards,
Bill
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