We recently did this on our TR-4 race car. We cut the lower valance off and
ground off the spot welds where it was welded to the upper valance. We got a
new lower valance from Moss and rather than welding it on we chose to bolt it to
the upper valance. Makes it easier to remove to repair if necessary and to gain
access to other parts, if necessary. It worked out pretty good. The upper
valance was left in place and straightened, welded, patched as necessary.
Tim
Gary Horstkorta wrote:
> Hello:
>
> I'm in the "tear everything apart" mode of the TR renovation and have a
> question for the group. In order to repair the many dings and dents in the
> lower, front valance (ie, air dam) of the TR body, I would like to remove
> it. However, after I have encountered an unexpected problem. I have
> removed the grill, lights, screws, bolts and other items so that the lower
> and upper valance are ready for removal. I have discovered that the lower
> valance is welded to the upper valance but it looks like the whole assembly
> should come out as one piece.
>
> Unfortunately, the upper corners of the upper valance won't budge and appear
> to be welded(?) to the inside of the fender. Is this the case or has father
> time just caused the surfaces to become attached to each other? Any
> suggestions on how to remove both pieces? Thanks.
>
> Gary
> 1963 TR4
>
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