I believe they do that whenever possible, but I know for a fact that
sometimes the only way is to use a "healthy" panel to create a foam mold
from, and then use the foam "imprint" to create a die for a new panel.
Either way, the new panel has to be test-fitted. I was just wondering if
somebody (who
I would hope they get copies of the original blueprints & measured drawings.
Dwight
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Just an FYI,
I just called one of the sheet metal manufacturers and was told that the
full quarter panels (not skins) for the 69 Chevelle are expected to be
available by next spring. Keep your eyes peeled as they say.
Makes me wonder where they get the cars that they test-fit these things on.
I w
Based on the responses here, it seems like (by a large majority) most of the
people who are saying that they had fit problems are also saying that the
stuff came from Goodmark.
John Nasta
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What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetmetal? Is it US-made and if
so,is it any good? Clint Hooper LT5 Registry Director Wichita Falls,Tx
(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
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It will be Dusk Blue Metallic, which is a real 69 Chevelle color but not the
original color of the car.
John Nasta
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What color have you decided to go back with?
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
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'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TX TAGS: USA
"66 Malibu
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> What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetmetal? Is it US-
Tom Blawkamp
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thanks tom
On Sunday, November 17, 2002, at 08:36 PM, Tom Blawkamp wrote:
It was from Goodmark.
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tom
would you happen to remember the
It was from Goodmark.
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tom would you happen to remember the manufacturer of the
panel
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in year ones catolog they grade there replacement sheet metal parts 1 thru 5.for the most part
it seems that the complete sections get a higher rating and the
sounds like algebra, lol.
Chad
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OK... I'm really con
I had the back panel replaced in my 1967 El Camino. It was from
Goodmark, and my body man was not happy with the fit. Tom
B.
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What color have you decided to go back with?
Clint Hooper
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(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TX TAGS: USA ZR1
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> Thanks Clint,
> My El Camino just got all of t
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in year ones catolog they grade there
replacement sheet metal parts 1 thru 5.for the most part
it seems that the complete sections get a higher rating and the smaller patch
panels are not of the same qu
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> There are two companies, both right here in the US, contracting to have
the
> large
in year ones catolog they grade there replacement sheet metal parts 1 thru 5.for the most part
it seems that the complete sections get a higher rating and the smaller patch panels are not of the same quality.
has any one replaced a below the back window panel on an el camino...results
jason pollock
7;ll get it done just in time to put it away until spring.
John Nasta
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How far al
p.s. I also just sold a 70-72 non-functional SS hood from Goodmark and the
customer said it did not fit right. The customer was a body shop and the guy
told me he had been in the business 12 years and the hood was not made
right. He ended up taking the skin off the frame and cutting it down some in
Well it's a sure thing that nothing beats NOS stuff, but it's hard to find usually and very expensive. Most of us, at least I cannot, afford to pay the price for it when it is available. I have heard the best feedback about the stuff the Goodmark sells. I personally have had panels fit, and ones
How far along is your El Camino,John? It's sure looking good.
When I find the right car,I'll definitely do some business with you.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
Wichita Falls,Tx
(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TX TAGS: USA ZR1
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
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companies A, B, and X :P Mikey - Original Message - From: John Nasta Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2002 8:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Re: Repro Sheetmetal...was Why OPG Sucks There are two companies, both right here in the US, contracting to have thelarge s
There are two companies, both right here in the US, contracting to have the
large sheet metal parts made. Both companies are having their stuff made in
Taiwan. Even the Authorized GM large sheet metal parts are made in Taiwan.
There is a third company (also right here in the US) that makes pretty
evelle.com
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I can say this from
experience. I put a repro 1/4 skin on my 70 and 2 repro 1/4 skins on my
69. The ones
In a message dated 11/17/2002 4:43:40 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I bought a repro inner fender for a 67 from Goodmark. It fit very
well, though I had to bend a 1/4" section to clear the rad support
that reminds me
I put new steel repro inner fenders in both my 70 and
Hi!
I bought a repro inner fender for a 67 from Goodmark. It fit very
well, though I had to bend a 1/4" section to clear the rad support.
Dave.
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TOM: HOW DID THE DENT GET IN THE DOOR ON THE 70
from what I understand, other than Goodmark, there is only one other manufacturer of sheetmeal and it's in Taiwan. I'm not sure of the name though. I'll post it if I find out.
Tom
Repro? What manufacturer/dealer sold the sheetmetal
you used,Tom?
Clint HooperLT5 Registry DirectorWichita Falls,Tx(940)
855-6636'91 ZR-1 Callaway AerobodyTX TAGS: USA ZR1http://www.LT5Registry.net/
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I can say this from experienc
That's why I asked about Goodmark,Dan. I don't really trust the magazines
all that much. Direct experience is what I was interested in hearing about.
Has anyone on this list used their sheetmetal products?
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
Wichita Falls,Tx
(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TOM:
HOW DID THE DENT GET IN THE DOOR ON THE 70 ?
LARRY (Z)
Thanks,Andre. Looking forward to swapping lies/tales with everyone.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
Wichita Falls,Tx
(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TX TAGS: USA ZR1
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
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welcome back Clint !
Kind
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> What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetmetal? Is it US-made and if
so,is
> it any good?
> Clint Hooper
> LT5 Registry Director
> Wichita Fal
I can say this from experience. I put a repro 1/4 skin on my 70 and 2 repro 1/4 skins on my 69. The ones on the 69 were a horrible fit. The corners where it meets the tail light housing on the 69 were rounded and not nice sharp 90 degree corners so that made it very difficult to get thetail ligh
welcome back Clint !
Kind Regards
André
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> What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetme
What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetmetal? Is it US-made and if so,is
it any good?
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
Wichita Falls,Tx
(940) 855-6636
'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody
TX TAGS: USA ZR1
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
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> John Na
John Nasta and others-
I was told at a swap meet by a nationally known vendor that there are two
primary manufacturers of repro sheet metal - hoods, fenders, quarters,
floors, etc. One is pretty chinsy - poor fit, poor lines, etc - and the
other was much better. Of course, all they carry is the be
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