Name for body part

blondie67 · 05-28-2008, 12:06 PM

Okay guys, after many a month trying to locate a body person, I found one! He was referred by a customer and is very reasonable. Old school, been doing cars for 48 years. So, I have some questions,
1. What is the name of the braces that go from your back window to the trunk floor behind the back seat? Mine are rusted and I'd like to fix them when getting the trunk done.
2. I've got catalogs from three different vendors, the prices differ tremendously, who do you think sells the best quality piece for the piece of metal behind the back window?
3. Is it better to buy a whole one piece trunk pan, or the three pieces?

I'm going black with a pearl clear coat. I'll post pics when it's getting done, all I need to do is get the parts asap and get this goat rolling.....I did get a radio and the lower rocker panel molding for the driver's side. If anyone knows a good place to get my chrome rechromed and stainless buffed, let me know.
Thanks
Getting ready for summer cruisin' blondie67
PS> I'm so excited!

Rukee · 05-28-2008, 01:05 PM

1. Not sure what they are called.

2. I got mine from The Paddock, fit perfect.
3. A 1 piece would be best, but I was told you need to remove the body from the frame to get it on. I did the USA made 7 piece kit, not only do you get the three floor pieces, but you get the two gas tank braces just under the floor, and the two trunk to frame mounts too. Chances are if the trunks needs to be replaced, the rest of those pieces do to. Mine came from Classic Reproductions, (937)548-9839.
Look forward to seeing some pics Linda!

blondie67 · 05-28-2008, 04:25 PM

Hey, I swear 05GTO had a reply this morning on my thread....

Just to let you know that the parts are ordered!!! Randy, you were right, the parts place is fast. They had them all in stock and they will ship today.
Thanks very much guys.
Rukee,
still waiting......

05GTO · 05-28-2008, 05:43 PM

This morning I hit reply and had a phone call before I finished the post, when I hit the "submit reply" link I noticed Rukee had already replied with the same answers.

Take some pictures and upload them here.

blondie67 · 05-28-2008, 11:39 PM

As soon as my parts are here, my car's going in the shop. I will take pics along the way. I'm still waiting for Rukee's pics though.

L

Rukee · 05-29-2008, 07:16 AM

The ones with no shirt on??

blondie67 · 05-29-2008, 08:59 AM

You remembered!

05GTO · 05-29-2008, 09:20 AM

Here are some pics of my 7 piece trunk replacement, my project was a little more extensive but should give a pretty good idea of what to expect.

The center and right sections are tacked into place while the wheelhouse is welded in;

This picture shows the amount of overlapping we used on the rear of the trunk;

Under the car!

Here is a picture of the trunk, if done properly you should not see the seams;

Picture of trunk!

Picture of refurbished beltline molding from The Parts Place

Rukee · 05-29-2008, 11:45 AM

That`s lookin real sweet Randy!! I must not have done it correctly as you can kinda see the seems in the trunk. I wasn`t able to get the seam sealer to lay down smooth.

blondie67 · 05-29-2008, 11:47 AM

Randy,
Boy that does look extensive. How were your behind the seat braces? Mine are rusted by where they hook to the back of the trunk. Is it better to find a parts car to take them out of?
Linda