bird cage advice
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Sydney
bird cage advice
Hi guys,
I have pretty much just finished bringing my 71 bb back to life and as I am now considerable more knowledgable about my car I have become a little concerned about the birdcage, I have not yet pulled the kick panels (mostly because I'm afraid of what I might find) but from what I can see with gentle pryin it would seem that there is at least "some" rust.
Obviously I will have to get it repaired properly one day. But what I want to know is, what are the consequences of bird cage rust? I am aware that it really depends on the extent of the rust. But what does it ultimately mean/do for the performance, safety and longevity of the car.
I am unbable to have it repaired properly for the next few years due to my financial situation and just want some ideas/advice as to what it means in the mean time.
many thanks in advance,
llew
I have pretty much just finished bringing my 71 bb back to life and as I am now considerable more knowledgable about my car I have become a little concerned about the birdcage, I have not yet pulled the kick panels (mostly because I'm afraid of what I might find) but from what I can see with gentle pryin it would seem that there is at least "some" rust.
Obviously I will have to get it repaired properly one day. But what I want to know is, what are the consequences of bird cage rust? I am aware that it really depends on the extent of the rust. But what does it ultimately mean/do for the performance, safety and longevity of the car.
I am unbable to have it repaired properly for the next few years due to my financial situation and just want some ideas/advice as to what it means in the mean time.
many thanks in advance,
llew
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Boca Raton Florida
If the cage is rusted now it means it is/was leaking. That will mean more rust in the #2 mount pockets and floors as wellas the WS frame continuing to desintigrate. If your going to put it on hold for a full blown repair, concider pulling the WS trim ans at least cleaning up the edges and resealing it, along with the SS trim between the t-tops
Le Mans Master
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From: League City Tx
LLEW
follow my thread here:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...hlight=amature
I am in the same boat you are.
follow my thread here:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...hlight=amature
I am in the same boat you are.
