1970-1972 three questions:
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1970-1972 three questions:
1) I understand shoulder harnesses were an option on the 70-72 models. How difficult is it to have an aftermarket shoulder harness installed?
2) I live in Phoenix and summer heat is intense and the monsoons come on fast and hard. How good are the convertible tops in keeping the air inside and the rain out, would a T-Top be a better option?
3) Is there a hard top/convertible option on the 70-72 models?
Any insight is appreciated, thank you.
2) I live in Phoenix and summer heat is intense and the monsoons come on fast and hard. How good are the convertible tops in keeping the air inside and the rain out, would a T-Top be a better option?
3) Is there a hard top/convertible option on the 70-72 models?
Any insight is appreciated, thank you.
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Can’t believe you didn’t get a response yet, so I’ll give you my two cents…
For 1970-1972 shoulder belts were standard on coupes and optional on convertibles. All Corvettes of that era should have the mounting hardware in place. It sounds as if you have a convertible and the optional belts weren’t ordered… It’s simple enough to locate a set of factory belts and use those (assuming you still have the factory lap belts). This would be the easiest way to get shoulder belts installed on your car. There are other options though, and cheaper if originality isn’t a priority.
The soft top is marginal with fresh weatherstrip, properly installed and fitted. Most corvettes don’t come close to that description and leak to varying degrees.
Yes, a hardtop was optional for all three years you reference. It is better at keeping out the weather, but the same caveat holds true for the weatherstripping… If it’s old, and/or improperly fitted, it’s going to leak. Personally, I think the convertibles with the hardtop installed are the best looking C3s.
Regards,
Stan Falenski
For 1970-1972 shoulder belts were standard on coupes and optional on convertibles. All Corvettes of that era should have the mounting hardware in place. It sounds as if you have a convertible and the optional belts weren’t ordered… It’s simple enough to locate a set of factory belts and use those (assuming you still have the factory lap belts). This would be the easiest way to get shoulder belts installed on your car. There are other options though, and cheaper if originality isn’t a priority.
The soft top is marginal with fresh weatherstrip, properly installed and fitted. Most corvettes don’t come close to that description and leak to varying degrees.
Yes, a hardtop was optional for all three years you reference. It is better at keeping out the weather, but the same caveat holds true for the weatherstripping… If it’s old, and/or improperly fitted, it’s going to leak. Personally, I think the convertibles with the hardtop installed are the best looking C3s.
Regards,
Stan Falenski
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As Rowdy said, shoulder belts were an option on convertibles. The only problem is the shoulder belt goes through a hole in the upper seat trim that your car will not have.
My soft top leaks like a sieve and most t-tops I've owned (Camaro) do as well, although my windows could be adjusted better to the top.
My hardtop, although its never been in the rain (its hardly ever on) would probably keep the elements out just like a modern car. It seals up great.
My soft top leaks like a sieve and most t-tops I've owned (Camaro) do as well, although my windows could be adjusted better to the top.
My hardtop, although its never been in the rain (its hardly ever on) would probably keep the elements out just like a modern car. It seals up great.
