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Just got this car and lovin it already! It needs a few things and have a question. In the drivers area the console trim piece is missing, where is the best place to buy this? [I saw a set at Ecklers]
Also, there is this black vent and it appears I am missing something that attaches to it? Can one of you experts help this newby? Thanks
Does the car have air conditioning?
If so, it appears part of the duct work is missing (or at least not installed properly. Part #5 in the drawing.
If missing the duct looks somewhat like this.
Regards,
Alan
It directs air to the round vent in the corner of the dash pad.
This drawing is from the Assembly Instruction Manual. It's referred to as the AIM... do you know about it?
There should be a console 'extension' on each side of the shifter console.
This happens to be the right side.
Does the car have air conditioning?
If so, it appears part of the duct work is missing (or at least not installed properly. Part #5 in the drawing.
If missing the duct looks somewhat like this.
Regards,
Alan
It directs air to the round vent in the corner of the dash pad.
This drawing is from the Assembly Instruction Manual. It's referred to as the AIM... do you know about it?
There should be a console 'extension' on each side of the shifter console.
This happens to be the right side.
Hi Alan...thanks for your reply.
Yes, the car has factory air, but is non-functional at this point. I had a feeling it was part of the ventilation system, I hope to get the AC working by Spring.
I was not familar with AIM, but I am now and will get it asap. Is it available somewhere here as a download? I will search.
Hi Steve,
Because the AIM is such a valuable tool there's no reason to give it away... so I don't know of a down-load that's available.
I also feel the printed version is far more useful than the CD versions. When using the printed version you actually get to learn about the car.
Even at about $25-$30 it's value far exceeds its price.
Be sure you get the 70 edition.
Think about a 70 Chassis Service Manual too!
Regards,
Alan
Hi Steve,
Because the AIM is such a valuable tool there's no reason to give it away... so I don't know of a down-load that's available.
I also feel the printed version is far more useful than the CD versions. When using the printed version you actually get to learn about the car.
Even at about $25-$30 it's value far exceeds its price.
Be sure you get the 70 edition.
Think about a 70 Chassis Service Manual too!
Regards,
Alan
This is the pair for 71 cars.
Hi Alan....agreed, $25 is a very fair price for all that valuable information. Thanks again for your help.
Hi Steve - Welcome to the forum and congrats on the car. I also have a blue 70 Conv. My recommendation would be to buy used original parts when you can rather than new repro parts. Check out the used parts on the forum. I would also recommend using Zip,Paragon or Wilcox for parts. Best quality and price in my opinion.
Hi Steve - Welcome to the forum and congrats on the car. I also have a blue 70 Conv. My recommendation would be to buy used original parts when you can rather than new repro parts. Check out the used parts on the forum. I would also recommend using Zip,Paragon or Wilcox for parts. Best quality and price in my opinion.
Regards,
Jim
Thanks Jim....will you be my new best friend?1 Ha.
Agree that original parts are better than the re-popped parts that are mostly made in China. I've been searching eBay for original parts, there are a minimal amount.
Good idea about checking this forum, I will place a Parts Needed thread.
I see you found George, I have purchased a few things from him. He has a ton of stuff. There is a pic of my car in my profile, It’s a 454 4sp mostly original. The original color was light blue, but someone changed it in the 80’s to Bridgehampton Blue.
70 convertible interior questions
