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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 03:27 PM
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72 Cutlass A-pillar repair

Hi, I'm new to the forum and to Cutlass' in general so here's my story....I recently got a 72 Cutlass 2 door, car had a vinyl top that was removed before I got it.... So I started to sand down the roof to remove old glue and discovered that both pillars near top corners of the windshield are rotted...I'm looking to redo the whole car but for now would like to concentrate on repairing these areas...I have some skills and can weld but I'm on a pretty limited budget....so my question is/are....does anyone make replacement pillars? Does anyone have any advice on doing the job?... I know I will have to remove the windshield...is it better to find some from a donor car and splice in bad sections?...do they need to be from a 2 door or can I use ones for a 4-door?....any help would be great... I've posted some pictures of area... Thanks


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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 05:11 PM
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I have several parts cars with good A pillars & can cut out as big a piece as you need. Usually sell the whole A pillar for $75.00 each plus shipping.
Old Nov 28, 2017 | 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by oldspackrat
I have several parts cars with good A pillars & can cut out as big a piece as you need. Usually sell the whole A pillar for $75.00 each plus shipping.
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im interested..sent PM
Old Nov 28, 2017 | 09:37 PM
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Welcome to the forum. They are different from a 2 door to a 4 door which are longer and different shape on the inner areas just in case other see this posting.
Old Nov 30, 2017 | 05:57 PM
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I'm pretty sure all GM 69 to 72 A body 2dr ht A pillars are the same.
Old Nov 30, 2017 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Cutlass Fan
I'm pretty sure all GM 69 to 72 A body 2dr ht A pillars are the same.
Thanks for the info, I think another member has some for me...then the fun begins 😀
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