Rust where the front window and dashboard meet
#1
Rust in front window channel
Hey folks. I own a 69 442 and am no expert in body work. So I'd like to know if removing the front windshield to access the rust on the dashboard channel is something a novice like me can tackle or should I take it to a body shop? Thanks in advance.
Last edited by Wsbkmike; March 9th, 2021 at 05:16 PM. Reason: Subject line wrong
#2
Depends. You have to know yourself and your capabilities. Are you generally a handy kind of guy? How's your self-discipline? Do your projects usually get completed or do they languish in the shop or garage after you get bored and move on to other things? How much time do you have available? How hard are you willing to work?
#5
That is a well known problem with our Cutlass' and Chevelles, etc. The metal there is really thin. Problem is once you get that far in you see you "might as well" (MAW's) fix other things while in there, this can lead to a complete restoration and car will be apart for 10 years! So beware!
#7
Thanks, guys. After reading your comments, coupled with my own research, it confirmed my thoughts that it will be a lot of work. Unfortunately, I'm not a welder and have little experience in sanding, so I'll have to find a reputable body shop that can tackle this, as I also have some rust bubbling underneath the vinyl top. Ugh.
#9
Yep. Thanks, Joe.
On a side note, my 442 was born with the C50 Cameo White with a black vinyl top as I was lucky to find the build sheet while looking under the back bench seat last month. Do you know if the C50 Cameo White is a regular white color as the color of my car, or is it more of a cream color like I've seen on the Olds paint charts for C50?
On a side note, my 442 was born with the C50 Cameo White with a black vinyl top as I was lucky to find the build sheet while looking under the back bench seat last month. Do you know if the C50 Cameo White is a regular white color as the color of my car, or is it more of a cream color like I've seen on the Olds paint charts for C50?
#10
Yep. Thanks, Joe.
On a side note, my 442 was born with the C50 Cameo White with a black vinyl top as I was lucky to find the build sheet while looking under the back bench seat last month. Do you know if the C50 Cameo White is a regular white color as the color of my car, or is it more of a cream color like I've seen on the Olds paint charts for C50?
On a side note, my 442 was born with the C50 Cameo White with a black vinyl top as I was lucky to find the build sheet while looking under the back bench seat last month. Do you know if the C50 Cameo White is a regular white color as the color of my car, or is it more of a cream color like I've seen on the Olds paint charts for C50?
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