On Tue, 20 Oct 1998, Michael Ferguson wrote:
> Since the car needs paint anyway, I'm considering bondo removal and a
> proper repair. I suppose it's possible that the wings are salvageable,
> but would not be surprised to find them totally eaten away. Is it
> reasonable to expect to be able to find good replacements? What could I
> expect to pay for them?
>From what I know, the repro panels are not very good. They are too small
and some bends are insufficient. For a decent used fender, expect to pay
$100 to $300 apiece. Lower if you don't mind pulling dents or minor rust
repair.
I think you would have a bigger problem with the body tub. Front body tub
is easy to diagnose; it's visible with the bonnet open. Rear body tub is
harder, you have to stick your hands up in the crevasses and make sure you
don't come back with a handful of rot.
A handful of old newspaper or chicken wire is also a Bad Thing.
If the bolt heads are still intact for the rear fenders, that's a plus. I
was able to remove most of my fender intact, then fix it. But most people
don't go to the extremes I do. If I had the money, I'd a bought
replacement fenders... but I didn't (and still don't... altho I think I
might just save some $ and get proper parts for the RHS)
Make sure the frame and engine or good, or you'll be buying a parts car
:-(
-Malcolm
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