C3 Windshield Frame
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C3 Windshield Frame
I bought a 72 convertible and discovered that the upper windshield frame (sides and top) are completely rusted out. I understand that this is somewhat typical but a bummer.
Can anyone tell me what years have the exact same frame that could be used to replace my rusted one? I found one for sale in my area that is listed as matching for a 78-82, and it looks like it might be the same, but I am not sure.
Looking for help to determine what years would work as an exact replacement.
Thanks Everyone!
Can anyone tell me what years have the exact same frame that could be used to replace my rusted one? I found one for sale in my area that is listed as matching for a 78-82, and it looks like it might be the same, but I am not sure.
Looking for help to determine what years would work as an exact replacement.
Thanks Everyone!
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I bought a 72 convertible and discovered that the upper windshield frame (sides and top) are completely rusted out. I understand that this is somewhat typical but a bummer.
Can anyone tell me what years have the exact same frame that could be used to replace my rusted one? I found one for sale in my area that is listed as matching for a 78-82, and it looks like it might be the same, but I am not sure.
Looking for help to determine what years would work as an exact replacement.
Thanks Everyone!
Can anyone tell me what years have the exact same frame that could be used to replace my rusted one? I found one for sale in my area that is listed as matching for a 78-82, and it looks like it might be the same, but I am not sure.
Looking for help to determine what years would work as an exact replacement.
Thanks Everyone!
There were no convertibles in 78-82; last ones were built in 1975; so that window frame will be for a coupe which is not the same.
Best bet would be a donor from a 69-75 convertible.
Good luck with your search.
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Thinking if the windshield frame is that bad. I too would be overly concerned about the rest of the birdcage.
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heres one for sale on our parts page, its for T tops ..... but the pics will give you and idea of how the water could travel down to the body mounts and what you will need to replace...
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-section.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-section.html
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