But were these ever fitted to the production models or are they just an
aftermarket accessory? My original '67 didn't have them and I rarely see
one that does. I would imagine that they would stand a much greater chance
of falling off back there!
Cheers,
Jeffer
----- Original Message -----
From: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
To: Peter Ficklin <pficklin@qnis.net>
Cc: Jeff McNeal <jmcneal@ohms.com>; <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 03, 2000 6:28 PM
Subject: Re: Replacing rear valance?
>
> Nigel at Spitbits had them in stock! On Huxley, I carefully removed a
pair from a GT6+ that I parted out. I couldn't find any at the
> time, but apparently they are being produced again.
>
> Joe
>
> Peter Ficklin wrote:
> >
> > Joe,
> > Where did you get these "tow seam strips" ?? I'm assuming that they
> > cover the spot welded seam between the lower valence & fender? Is that
> > correct? I've been trying to figure out how I was going to make some...
> >
> > Jeff,
> > Replacing the lower valence isn't all that hard, especially if you
> > proceed carfeully - just remember the old axiom "measure twice, cut
> > once." I also found it was easier to cut a little less off than I
> > thought, and then carefully fit the panel with a touch of edge grinding
> > here and there. BTW, the panel comes with no holes in it. Therefore,
> > you need to drill/cut those yourself. I would suggestlooking into some
> > fiberglass repair from the inside if the area isn't too big...
> >
> > good luck,
> > Peter Ficklin
> > '63 & '68 Spits
> > Fresno, CA
> > - - - - - -
> >
> > Joe Curry wrote:
> > >
> > > Jeff,
> > >
> > > It is rather easy to replace, but when cutting away the old metal, be
very conservative. It's easy to cut away too much and then you
> > > are up a tree.
> > >
> > > Also, be sure when you are ordering parts, get the tow seam strips
that go down both sides below the bumper.
> > >
> > > Joe
>
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