[Bentwheelbob]

Ok, I need a little help. First, I need to replace the elastic on my shoulder belts and would like advice on the best way to remove the plastic trim pieces that dress out the roof mounted anchors for these belts. I'm sure they just snap on (I think), but before I start prying on 42 year old plastic I want to know if there are any tricks to removal. I want to take the belts off to get new elastic sewn in and to clean and possibly re-dye the belts. Here's a picture. Are these trim pieces reproduced?

I have seen on here that the retention for the shoulder belts changed around December 1971 production. The Black Car was built January 11, 1972 and has the old buckle retainer and elastic.




Secondly, I need to replace a grommet in the core support. There is a picture below. Is this part repo'd or does anyone have a source or suggestion? I appreciate all the help.