[Rhagolin]

Just sold my 71-72 NOS one on ebay , I am bummed https://www.ebay.com/itm/1971-1972-P...p2047675.l2557

[necdb3]

Originally Posted by Rhagolin

Just sold my 71-72 NOS one on ebay , I am bummed https://www.ebay.com/itm/1971-1972-P...p2047675.l2557

Wow That's strong money! I have an NOS one that you now have me thinking of selling.

[chiefpontiac66]

I know this is an old thread, but I thought I'd toss this out there. I'm looking for one of these close out panels for my 72. it can be one of the AMES reproductions that weren't that great, or one of the aluminum ones. Mine is just reaching end of life. I realize NOS or nice used is pretty much a no go, but if anyone knows where I might get any of these, please let me know. Thanks.

[chiefpontiac66]

For those who may not be aware, Ames is now selling a 3D reproduction that is pretty nice. Much more like the original than the old ones they sold years ago.

[blue71ta]

Going all the way back to 2015

"What is the correct finish for a '72? Is it the natural, molded-in-gray color?"

Originally Posted by necdb3

argent silver

Just bought one of the new Ames repro parts. Just wanted to reiterate that it should be painted argent silver before installing, correct?

My original was damaged and repaired (poorly), so wasn't sure what it should be.
Thanks

[chiefpontiac66]

Originally Posted by blue71ta

Going all the way back to 2015

"What is the correct finish for a '72? Is it the natural, molded-in-gray color?"



Just bought one of the new Ames repro parts. Just wanted to reiterate that it should be painted argent silver before installing, correct?

My original was damaged and repaired (poorly), so wasn't sure what it should be.
Thanks

I believe so. I painted my new one silver. Looks good. I recommend test fitting first and to be gentle. My bumper is a rechrome and one side of the opening was tighter than the other. I found the repro to break if stressed. I am still very impressed with the product. Just don't try to force anything. It looks great installed. I bought a spare in the event I need to replace it. Sometimes I want things perfect. But it's been a long wait and I'm happy to have it! Ames rules.