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Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 06-09-2022, 05:09 PM
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Posted By 1970GPJ400
I built my own as there weren't any aftermarket...

I built my own as there weren't any aftermarket panels I was aware of.
I left the bottom of original panel intact as it was still solid.
Welded metal from truck drop portion to original panel edge....
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-11-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 19,799
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Mike, I got married 5 years ago and had...

Mike,
I got married 5 years ago and had Obamacare coverage. I didn't think
about it at the time and continued on the subsidized coverage. The following year we filed tax return jointly and I had to...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 08-23-2021, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,654
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I put the vinyl top back on my 70 - love the...

I put the vinyl top back on my 70 - love the look.
Personal preference is going with the original "Halo" top.
You'd need to find the stainless original moldings to use as a template.
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 08-23-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I left the lower portion intact and made a repair...

I left the lower portion intact and made a repair patch to weld in.
Leaving the perimeter original made welding on rust repair outer quarter panel fall into it's original position.
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 02-09-2021, 06:35 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 39,438
Posted By 1970GPJ400
1970 GP Pics

Here are some before & after photos of my 1970 Model J.
Bought in 2013 from original owner and finished frame on restoration in 2016.
Car had 42,000 original miles when I bought it.
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 01-07-2021, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,567
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Yammer, I restored a 70 GP Model J about 6...

Yammer,
I restored a 70 GP Model J about 6 years ago.
Took 3 years of pretty steady work to to do a complete frame-on restoration.
I live in Iowa - had the usual Midwest rust on quarter panels,...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 12-07-2020, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,632
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I used our local Keystone Automotive store. Had...

I used our local Keystone Automotive store. Had the front & rear of my 70 GP done about 5 years ago. Did a good job & the price was fair.
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 01-16-2020, 06:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,023
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Yes - and go beyond that area somewhat to be...

Yes - and go beyond that area somewhat to be safe. I used to own a Body Shop when I was younger (late 1970's) and had to deal with rust under vinyl tops quite often. You should be fine with pulling...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 01-16-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,023
Posted By 1970GPJ400
You should be able to pull back and repair. Use...

You should be able to pull back and repair. Use a good grade duct tape over the sections you need to pull up. This will minimize stretching of vinyl top material. An infrared curing lamp would also...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 01-15-2020, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,906
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Here are some pics I took with the doghouse off -...

Here are some pics I took with the doghouse off - I can get more if you need them. Let me know what angle you're looking for.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 04-12-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 267
Posted By 1970GPJ400
The cable length shouldn't be an issue as long as...

The cable length shouldn't be an issue as long as it's not kinked. Did mirror operate properly prior to installation? If so I'd try securing cable inside door in a loop fashion to minimize possible...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-31-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I used their paint for my dash, steering column,...

I used their paint for my dash, steering column, door panels, kick panels with excellent results. I was recoating panels in gold.
The key is proper surface preparation. Use the SEM plastic and...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 03-31-2017, 11:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 715
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I used the Ames pre-cut masking kit. (Page 266 in...

I used the Ames pre-cut masking kit. (Page 266 in new catalogue) Masking kit cost $8 for mask only or $44 with correct color paints. Used kit to paint 5 Rally II's. Best way to go in my opinion.
Forum: Interior TECH 02-28-2017, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By 1970GPJ400
I used as close a color I could find in a rattle...

I used as close a color I could find in a rattle can (preferably a little lighter) to establish a close match to desired finish. The vinyl / plastic dye was then used to get the desired final color...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 12-21-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Got the splash shield installed. Will put...

Got the splash shield installed. Will put insulator on next time I'm under the hood. Took the car out on a test drive Sunday, it's been 2 and a half years since I had the car totally apart. The only...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 12-19-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Thanks Dan - will see if I can get at location...

Thanks Dan - will see if I can get at location removing the console insert - I hope I can do this without having to remove console. Will let you know what I find out. As far as the license pocket I...
Forum: 69-77 Grand Prix TECH 12-17-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By 1970GPJ400
Parts Identification

Hello,
Putting my 1970 GP back together - need help identifying the 2 parts in photos.
(My wife threw away my assembly guide) The metal part is 11" long and the splash shield is about 8" x 7".
...
Forum: Big Pontiac (incl G-body)Parts For SALE 08-02-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 128
Posted By 1970GPJ400
1970 GP fender louvers

Hi,
Looking for a pair of the lower fender louvers for 1970 GP.
The ones up North are usually crumbling.
Thanks
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