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General Discussion => Q & A => Topic started by: Polishmeatballpizza on July 30, 2016, 03:06:06 PM

Title: Suggestions for the trunk repair?
Post by: Polishmeatballpizza on July 30, 2016, 03:06:06 PM

I am planning the trunk repair and I thought I would see what everyone here recommends.

The mounting points are a bit rusted. I don't have the space to do a frame off, so that's it. I'm wondering if I could remove the bushings and bolts and just replace the steel around those mounting points.

What do you guys think?

Title: Re: Suggestions for the trunk repair?
Post by: gs spoken here on July 30, 2016, 04:03:41 PM

Went though that last spring on my 65. They make patch panel with the brace attached. Best to butt weld, and cut out the metal until does not rip. If you need a complete trunk floor side they also make them, but different than Chev. same for the gas tank supports. If I had to do it again I would get a 7 piece kit, not just patch panels. The problem is 64/5 are slightly different in the stamping. They have large oval holes on the front sides and a small hole in the center, and 66/7 have three large holes. Most of the replacement are 66/7 style.