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12-18-2014, 12:15 AM | #1 |
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Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
So, I am getting my 64 Chevelle 300 Deluxe 4 door Wagon Super Stocker repainted.
The trim that runs through the fender, doors and quarters is bent and damaged-I think beyond repair. This trim seems to be made of something called "unobtainium". Lol! I cannot find any good pieces anywhere. Question is, can I delete this trim and just weld the holes up? Would Tech have a problem with it? I can put the trim back on, but it is so bad. Opinions? Thanks very much! |
12-18-2014, 12:18 AM | #2 |
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
get it repaired, or use what you have and keep an eye out for better pieces.
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12-18-2014, 01:49 AM | #3 |
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
You can remove that trim if you want to.
Believe me...Nobody cares. Some of those wagons didn't have it anyway.. Do you plan on welding up the holes yourself? Be careful. You could cause yourself a whole lot of trouble with the bodywork.
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
Are the trim pieces stainless or anodized aluminum? Don't throw them away. There are guys out there that can work miracles with restoring trim pieces. I believe the stainless pieces are easier to bump out and re-finish Also, try Desert Valley Auto Parts in North Phoenix AZ. to see if they can help you with replacement trim pieces.
I at one time had a 64 2 door Chevelle Wagon with a 283 with a 4bbl carb and a powerglide. Man I'd like to have that one back. Would have made a great stocker.
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12-18-2014, 11:19 AM | #5 |
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
Thanks everyone!
I believe these are aluminum. I would really hate to put these ugly pieces onto a new paint job. I would like the cleaner look without the trim I think. The body man would be welding the holes. Just weighing my options at the point. |
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
Welding up all the holes you have will be a real pain.Join a Chevelle club site and put up a want ad for your moldings,or find some that are reproduced,and adapt them to your car.A 68-72 Nova molding would be a example of that.I have some impala moldings that you might be able to adapt to your car.
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
Here is a pic of Corkys car back in day.
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Re: Tech question 64 Chevelle Wagon
Wasn't that a Garley Daniels car originally? That should tell you a lot.
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No my car was a Garely car, not his World Championship car. Bob Rice knows the story. Tom
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