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Forum: The Body Shop TECH 08-11-2002, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 239
Posted By Rob Tapp
I don't know of any way to remove the front...

I don't know of any way to remove the front mounts without affecting the alignment of the fenders. I think that the fender will start to bind as you jack the front corner high enough to remove the...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 08-07-2002, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 99
Posted By Rob Tapp
I bought one of my current project cars in...

I bought one of my current project cars in college also. That was nearly 20 years ago. Somehow I could not find the time to strip the body between calculus and physics classes. After college I...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-30-2002, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 140
Posted By Rob Tapp
It doesn't sound like it is a gas problem either,...

It doesn't sound like it is a gas problem either, but if it is, I am told the the "environmentally friendly" way to dispose of bad gas is to burn it. Just mix 1 gallon of "bad" gas with 5-10 gallons...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-30-2002, 11:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 121
Posted By Rob Tapp
Does "front panel" mean fender? If so, you will...

Does "front panel" mean fender? If so, you will likely have to loosen several bolts on the fender, re-align it and then tighten everything up. If you have a rocker panel cover on, you will probably...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-22-2002, 10:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 445
Posted By Rob Tapp
Some of the obvious '72 GTO identifiers will...

Some of the obvious '72 GTO identifiers will include the GTO insignia, endura front bumper w/ the scooped hood, dual exhaust with splitter exiting just behind the rear wheels, machine swirl insert on...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-22-2002, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By Rob Tapp
Try some paint formulated for vinyl. Spray it on...

Try some paint formulated for vinyl. Spray it on with just a few very light coats. Perhaps you can get an old plastic part to practice on first.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-19-2002, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 187
Posted By Rob Tapp
You do not need the metal ready on new or blasted...

You do not need the metal ready on new or blasted metal sufaces. Do yourself a favor and just brush it on. Spraying is a huge hassle and you should wear a full painter's suit with a fresh air...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-18-2002, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 307
Posted By Rob Tapp
I think you are asking about a body swap. If the...

I think you are asking about a body swap. If the body is that far gone, is the frame rusted too. You may not even have a frame to swap to. In that case, I'd strip all the usable parts off the GTO...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-15-2002, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 96
Posted By Rob Tapp
Several companies sell small plating kits that...

Several companies sell small plating kits that appear to give results comparable to the aerosol paints. http://www.caswellplating.com & http://www.samson24k.com are two that I have found.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 06-26-2002, 09:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 153
Posted By Rob Tapp
$250 really does not sound that out of line to me...

$250 really does not sound that out of line to me for a rust/damage free door. You may want to look at buying a parts car with a good door and a few other parts that you need plus some that you can...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 06-11-2002, 06:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 203
Posted By Rob Tapp
If the inner rocker is in good shape, replace the...

If the inner rocker is in good shape, replace the rocker first while leaving the floors alone. Do not try to cut out the rocker and floors at the same time as you will spend countless hours trying...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-16-2002, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 261
Posted By Rob Tapp
Call a plating company in your area for a quote. ...

Call a plating company in your area for a quote. I would not be surprised if gold plating a pair of exhaust tips ran $100-150. Something tells me that the gold plating will not hold up well to the...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-12-2002, 04:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 143
Posted By Rob Tapp
OK. I will go back over the areas that still...

OK. I will go back over the areas that still have a little of the original factory finish showing. I will be brushing on the Semi-gloss black. Is the semi-gloss just as sensitive to UV? I was...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-08-2002, 01:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 143
Posted By Rob Tapp
Should I thoroughly blast the frame down to a...

Should I thoroughly blast the frame down to a consistent gray hue? Or will the POR-15 (Semi-gloss Black) adhere to the surface if some of the original factory finish is still on the frame?
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-08-2002, 01:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 143
Posted By Rob Tapp
Should I thoroughly blast the frame down to a...

Should I thoroughly blast the frame down to a consistent gray hue? Or will the POR-15 (Semi-gloss Black) adhere to the surface if some of the original factory finish is still on the frame?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-30-2002, 05:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By Rob Tapp
Is it possible that Pontiac made a 1970 - 1972...

Is it possible that Pontiac made a 1970 - 1972 A-body style fender with the 1972 GTO style extractors behind the wheel well but designed for use with the chrome bumper and valance?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-30-2002, 05:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By Rob Tapp
Is it possible that Pontiac made a 1970 - 1972...

Is it possible that Pontiac made a 1970 - 1972 A-body style fender with the 1972 GTO style extractors behind the wheel well but designed for use with the chrome bumper and valance?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-26-2002, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 205
Posted By Rob Tapp
The 68 his/hers shifter was used on the th400. ...

The 68 his/hers shifter was used on the th400. If your 72 has the th350, the bracket will not bolt correctly to the transmission and will likely cause problems getting it to shift into the lower...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-26-2002, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By Rob Tapp
That guy should take the $158 and be glad it is...

That guy should take the $158 and be glad it is off his hands. Setting a reserve on a POS like that is like inviting your mother-in-law over for the Holidays. Sure, you can do it, but why???
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-07-2002, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 387
Posted By Rob Tapp
The 3" exhaust seems like over-kill for a 2-bbl...

The 3" exhaust seems like over-kill for a 2-bbl 400 (even if you replace it with a 4-bbl). The heads probably don't even flow well enough to justify the added expense. If the exhasut system really...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 03-25-2002, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 378
Posted By Rob Tapp
Doug, Call an auto glass company and ask them...

Doug,
Call an auto glass company and ask them to remove the glass and replace it once your done painting. The cost should be less than $100.

Rob
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 03-25-2002, 04:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 553
Posted By Rob Tapp
I could use those sheets also. Thanks, Rob...

I could use those sheets also.

Thanks, Rob Tapp
rjtapp@pcisys.net
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-26-2002, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 367
Posted By Rob Tapp
Larry, This topic is addressed in a post from...

Larry,
This topic is addressed in a post from early February 2002. Check it out!
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-22-2002, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 367
Posted By Rob Tapp
I am going to re-paint my '91 Firebird. I want...

I am going to re-paint my '91 Firebird. I want to strip the bumper covers and need some advice on the best method without damaging the plastic. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Rob--
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-22-2002, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 367
Posted By Rob Tapp
I am going to re-paint my '91 Firebird. I want...

I am going to re-paint my '91 Firebird. I want to strip the bumper covers and need some advice on the best method without damaging the plastic. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Rob--
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