convertible hatch detailing
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Racer
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convertible hatch detailing
Anyone have some good pictures of the underside of a well detailed convertible top hatch? Back when the color was changed on my 69 they just sprayed over everything, and since I'm stripping it and doing a repaint I'd like to do it right.
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From the NCRS's 1968-1969, 6th edition, Corvette Technical Information Manual and Judging Guide, Interior Section, p.63:
"The underside of the convertible deck lid is painted exterior color but is not the polished quality of the exterior. Deck lid release levers and rods are body color, but convertible top lock control cables, rods, and their hardware are natural (See Figs 1 15.0 & 15.1). 1968 has a cable to control deck lid release. 1969 uses natural metal rods. Rubber bumpers are natural black, bumper brackets and rear bow lock assemblies and their control rods are natural."
If you have access to this Judging Guide, the pictures are VERY helpful.
Hope this helps. Good luck on your project.
"The underside of the convertible deck lid is painted exterior color but is not the polished quality of the exterior. Deck lid release levers and rods are body color, but convertible top lock control cables, rods, and their hardware are natural (See Figs 1 15.0 & 15.1). 1968 has a cable to control deck lid release. 1969 uses natural metal rods. Rubber bumpers are natural black, bumper brackets and rear bow lock assemblies and their control rods are natural."
If you have access to this Judging Guide, the pictures are VERY helpful.
Hope this helps. Good luck on your project.
