Rusted vin tag
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Rusted vin tag
I have a 69 350/350 coupe with matching numbers. I am beginning a full restoration project and need some advise before proceeding. The windshield frame is shot on the car and will need replaced. The damage is so bad that the vin tag has rusted to the point that the lower rivet no longer holds the tag. How do I replace the windshield frame and remount the vin tag? Is there a source to get replacement vin tags and rivets? I am also considering a replacement birdcage, how can I do any of this without affecting the integrity of the numbers?
Thanks all,
Jeff
Thanks all,
Jeff
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Unless you are a gifted and talented welder, let a reputable vette restorer do this. They do them every day, and can work miracles. Same with the VIN. I would not touch it. Let them remove it, and rivet a new one on. Any Vette restorer that has done NCRS restos before knows exaclty what to do. Just do your homework, here, references, books, car shows, talk to as many people as you can. my .02 
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Originally Posted by basketcase69
I have a 69 350/350 coupe with matching numbers. I am beginning a full restoration project and need some advise before proceeding. The windshield frame is shot on the car and will need replaced. The damage is so bad that the vin tag has rusted to the point that the lower rivet no longer holds the tag. How do I replace the windshield frame and remount the vin tag? Is there a source to get replacement vin tags and rivets? I am also considering a replacement birdcage, how can I do any of this without affecting the integrity of the numbers?
Thanks all,
Jeff
Thanks all,
Jeff
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I believe the vin tag rivits are refered to as "rosset" due to there shape. they do not have round heads bur 6 sided heads. They are out there.
I wouldn't fear changing out an upper windshield frame (pillar post and up) as long as there is good metal to weld to. Take lots of measurments and get it perfect. I made a jig when I did mine.
I wouldn't fear changing out an upper windshield frame (pillar post and up) as long as there is good metal to weld to. Take lots of measurments and get it perfect. I made a jig when I did mine.
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Originally Posted by basketcase69
I have a 69 350/350 coupe with matching numbers. I am beginning a full restoration project and need some advise before proceeding. The windshield frame is shot on the car and will need replaced. The damage is so bad that the vin tag has rusted to the point that the lower rivet no longer holds the tag. How do I replace the windshield frame and remount the vin tag? Is there a source to get replacement vin tags and rivets? I am also considering a replacement birdcage, how can I do any of this without affecting the integrity of the numbers?
Thanks all,
Jeff
Thanks all,
Jeff
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Thanks for the help, I have contacted the BMV here in Ohio, they have referred me to one of the State Highway Patrol Inspection stations. I will post my findings and start watching for the rivets. By the way, I got the front end off the car and found that the damage is much more extensive so Im planning on replacing the birdcage. Anyone out there got a solid birdcage they want to get rid of?
Thanks for the help,
Jeff
Thanks for the help,
Jeff
