1970 442 pinchweld molding attachment

4Forty2 · August 1st, 2008, 05:39 PM

I have a 1970 442 convertible needing to have the pinchweld molding reattached. I have also heard this referred to as "belt" molding. It is the two-piece stainless steel molding that goes around the opening in the body that the top folds into.

There are 7 screws for reattaching it, all of which I have. I've seen some clips in catalogs and was wondering if I also needed them. I was not present when the trim was removed, so I can't say whether it had clips or not.

Can anyone provide some clarification? Do I need both the screws and clips?

Thanks for any assistance.

FL1970442 · August 2nd, 2008, 05:34 PM

I just got my 70 442 convertible back from the body shop. I believe you
need to use the clips to get the clearance necesary to tuck your
boot in when the top is down.

4Forty2 · August 4th, 2008, 06:09 AM

Do you have any idea what the clips are supposed to look like or how they go on? I've seen two different types, both supposedly for 1970.

I ordered some from Fusicks and they don't appear to fit how I'd expect. They are pretty loose in the trim and I'm not sure they would even stay in place much less provide any additional clearance for the boot. I'll see if I can't post a picture of them tonight.

FL1970442 · August 4th, 2008, 12:05 PM

If you look in OPGI's online catalog, they look the same as mine. part # C21154.
There web site is www.OPGI.com

I don't really know who the best suppliers are, but I have had very good luck with OPGI. They seem to be quite knowledgeable and helpful. I've also gotten things from BAP, and Year One, along with Fusick. No real complaints, but I personally had my
best luck with OPGI.

4Forty2 · August 4th, 2008, 01:20 PM

Thanks again. I looked up the OPGI parts and they are different than the ones Fusicks sent. I called OPGI and they said those parts were "in tooling" and wouldn't be available for months.

I guess I can pay double the OPGI cost and get them from Year One now...

FL1970442 · August 4th, 2008, 06:17 PM

I'm afraid your probably right. I'd like to post a photo of my car on here
but I'm not having much luck.

FL1970442 · August 4th, 2008, 06:19 PM

Here's my 70 442, original 455, dual gate, new paint.

70Post · August 21st, 2008, 11:57 AM

Use one or the other...most Olds's I have taken apart used the screws instead of the clips (at least as far as 70-72 cars are conserned). Have only seen the clips on a 69 Pontiac Tempest convert I pulled the moulding from. The factories didn't use both methods, on the same car, to retain the mouldings.

I would use the screws on that car. That's what it came with and the screws also alllow you room for the boot to slip under the outside edge of the moulding.

August 1st, 2008, 05:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
4Forty2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7	1970 442 pinchweld molding attachment I have a 1970 442 convertible needing to have the pinchweld molding reattached. I have also heard this referred to as "belt" molding. It is the two-piece stainless steel molding that goes around the opening in the body that the top folds into. There are 7 screws for reattaching it, all of which I have. I've seen some clips in catalogs and was wondering if I also needed them. I was not present when the trim was removed, so I can't say whether it had clips or not. Can anyone provide some clarification? Do I need both the screws and clips? Thanks for any assistance.

August 21st, 2008, 11:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
70Post Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 221	Use one or the other...most Olds's I have taken apart used the screws instead of the clips (at least as far as 70-72 cars are conserned). Have only seen the clips on a 69 Pontiac Tempest convert I pulled the moulding from. The factories didn't use both methods, on the same car, to retain the mouldings. I would use the screws on that car. That's what it came with and the screws also alllow you room for the boot to slip under the outside edge of the moulding. __________________ Patton Glade 70Post Restorations Austin, TX GM A-Body Gas Tank Pads/Insulators---click on link http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/...tion-item.html

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August 2nd, 2008, 05:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
FL1970442 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 50	I just got my 70 442 convertible back from the body shop. I believe you need to use the clips to get the clearance necesary to tuck your boot in when the top is down.

August 4th, 2008, 06:09 AM	#3 (permalink)
4Forty2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7	Do you have any idea what the clips are supposed to look like or how they go on? I've seen two different types, both supposedly for 1970. I ordered some from Fusicks and they don't appear to fit how I'd expect. They are pretty loose in the trim and I'm not sure they would even stay in place much less provide any additional clearance for the boot. I'll see if I can't post a picture of them tonight.

August 4th, 2008, 12:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
FL1970442 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 50	If you look in OPGI's online catalog, they look the same as mine. part # C21154. There web site is www.OPGI.com I don't really know who the best suppliers are, but I have had very good luck with OPGI. They seem to be quite knowledgeable and helpful. I've also gotten things from BAP, and Year One, along with Fusick. No real complaints, but I personally had my best luck with OPGI.

August 4th, 2008, 01:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
4Forty2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 7	Thanks again. I looked up the OPGI parts and they are different than the ones Fusicks sent. I called OPGI and they said those parts were "in tooling" and wouldn't be available for months. I guess I can pay double the OPGI cost and get them from Year One now...

August 4th, 2008, 06:17 PM	#6 (permalink)
FL1970442 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 50	I'm afraid your probably right. I'd like to post a photo of my car on here but I'm not having much luck.