In a message dated 4/3/2003 3:14:33 PM Eastern Standard Time, "Ken's Email" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> >I recently replaced the hood on my 67 Chevelle Malibu. I went with the SS hood (note: >this is not a clone but kept malibu with 383 stroker). Anyway, I was recently told by >the painter that I probably need new hood hinges since the hood is not closing >crisply. >I plan to order hood hinges and springs. >Question one: What was the original color on these hood hinges and springs for a 67 >Chevelle ? >Question two: Any problem with going with reproduction hinges since they are >apparently as good as GM original and almost $30.00 less per hinge. This is not a >show car so not worried about being "correct" on every darn part. >Thanks, >Ken McDee > Ken, I researched this for our 69 El Camino SS. The original color/finish was gray phosphate. I assume this would be the same for your year too. Both the repro and OEM hinges now come in a black (looks like power coating), and I agree that the repros are just as good. Sincerely, Trevor Baker Auto Obsession 805-306-0795 http://www.AutoObsession.com ----------------------------------------------------- To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
