Also to seal in and block the bodywork. I think you are asking for trouble gluing panels on with a Corvette on jackstands. NOTE: Upon receipt, all fiberglass body panels, bumpers, spoilers, hoods, fenders, etc.
This is normal and is not considered a valid reason to return a part. Then use VPA or everglass filler to do the final leveling. You will be able to see your shipping estimate at checkout. I've installed those patch panels before and remember having similar problems. What kind are you installing - and what have you learned so far?
If you are employing a body or paint shop, please make them aware of this. I could really use the visual assistance! Still very liquid but I guess its not useable? I might also try to hold the panel in place and put a heat lamp on it for a few hours. Additional shipping charges may apply for oversize items. All rights reserved. hit public profile and it shows last time that person logged on to the forum. Please, make sure that you have entered valid email addresses! This complete 4 piece flare kit provides additional clearance for wider wheels and tires in addition to aggressive race inspired style. SHOP NOW. must be checked for fitment. if they still monitor the same email address. Save your vehicles, create project lists, and track your orders. 1968-1979 Corvette C3 L88 Style Fender Flares, This item ships direct from the manufacturer. If you find the same item, brand and MFG part number from any current website, advertisement, catalog or flyer, we offer here at Ecklers. Two or three coats of SPI epoxy followed by quality poly primer if you need poly. in this case, it was 5 years ago. Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our. Have them on order. The photo makes the existing fender look buckled outward in the center. Do I use the epoxy primer into the feathered old paint to seal that up, then poly within the epoxy area? 2022
Stay up-to-date on our special promotions and deals. The urethane, by nature, is more flexible and can form itself to compensate for cars which may be slightly out of spec. A lot of restoration guys use it almost exclusively as a primer. Although it's not always practical to have "wheels on ground," it is usually possible to support the vehicle at or close to the points where the weight of the vehicle is supported by the suspension. 68-69 Fender Flare Kit designed to allow for a much larger wheel and tire package under your Corvette. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I can unsubscribe anytime to withdraw my consent. I do have almost a full qt of that I had for another project but its 12 years old. Save up to 50% off on thousands of parts! try sending them a private message.they get an email telling them about the PM. You are using an out of date browser. The nature of vintage Corvettes and perhaps prior repaired cars is that there is normally some fitting, grinding or filling necessary to make new parts fit older cars. Copyright 2022 Ecklers Corvette. SPI epoxy is the product you want to seal up the fiberglass. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Fiberglass will move when it gets hot, especially if it's still a little "green.". That might make me a bit nervous if it's true. when you see something old on this or any forum, click the username. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Eckler's Automotive strives to bring you theBEST QUALITYparts at theBEST PRICE! Supposedly for FG polyester primers do the best job of sealing up? I might try a 12 yr old primer on something I didn't care about too much. Dash Knob Indicator Bezels, For Cars No A/C, 1965-1967. Slashed Prices! If I didn't do that I wondered what problems that slight stress/tension might cause. Contact Us -
Its really that simple! Score, not cut. try sending them a private message.they get an email telling them about the PM. It's not a great deal of tension but it is under more than I would like. Then it could be reinforced with a strip of fiberglass after installation. These flares are manufactured from hand laminated fiberglass and feature alignment tabs to aid in proper installation. hit public profile and it shows last time that person logged on to the forum. Advertising -
FWIW, Done some Corvette body panel work and what I was told and what I do is glue all of your panels with all 4 wheels on the ground. doubt it. Update: I didn't realize the dogleg bond strip was hacked by the flare addition and needed to be replaced and when i cut the patch to make room for that, all the tension went away and they fit pretty good. Don's idea seems to be good. Slashed Prices! Patch panels always seem to have issues of one sort or another. 
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Thank you. Mold lines and small imperfections may be present. I would do that at least 3" from each end, then glue it in place with either VPA or 3m 8115. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The fiberglass part may require more hand fitting and filling to achieve a good fit. I see what you mean but no, what you're seeing is the top of the arch they cut for the flare and i didn't trim the gap quite exactly there, So the issue is just that the patch panel has too much of an angle. I use Z-Chrome Rust Defender and I see it used by a lot of high end Corvette restoration shops. This is especially true when replacing a urethane bumper or panel with a fiberglass part. Similar rules apply to repairs on all body types, since the degree of chassis flex will not often be known by the repairer. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, 1968-1969 Corvette Fiberglass Fender Flare Kit, Eckler's Automotive strives to bring you the. Read our Privacy Policy for more info. in this case, it was 5 years ago. Cookie Policy -
I agree to receive emails from the site. Be sure to glue/fiberglass over bare fiberglass, not painted or gelcoated surfaces. Apply the poly within the epoxy recoat window for best adhesion. Having the jackstand where you have it should lessen the tendency to buckle. Parts which have been modified or painted by the customer or their body shop are not eligible for return. Call us at 877-815-5799 to place your order so that we can verify and then match the current retail price. These flares also feature screw notches for quick installation or they can be bonded in place.Now you can give your C3 an all new, race inspired appearance. Privacy Statement -
I would make a bonding strip for each end as well to put on the backside to bridge the ends of the patch panel that aren't bridge by the stock bonding stip. when you see something old on this or any forum, click the username. Log in to add vehicles or quickly search your stored vehicles. Terms of Service -
Thats our personal guarantee and promise to you, our valuable customers. Thank you, I did consider that and believe it's a good option.
Were so confident in our services and our pricing, we will match any currently advertised retail price (excluding sales pricing) for identical parts and products. This item will qualify your cart for Free Basic Domestic Shipping. All panels & parts will require sanding & priming prior to painting. Good points on gluing with wheels on the ground. After all glued in place I would grind out a valley along the whole seam and fill with resin and mat. This Detroit Speed Inc. Fiberglass Fender Flare Kit is designed to accomodate a wider wheel and tire package underneath a 1968-1969 Corvette. Im far from and expert but I would be tempted to score the back of the patch panel along the belt line to make it more flexible. These flares also feature screw notches for quick installation or they can be bonded in place.Now you can give your, 1968-1982 C3 Fiberglass Body Panels and Frame Parts. doubt it. The kit comes with both front fenders and rear quarter panels for your Corvette body. Now i just have to do finish filling/blocking, then feather fill, blocking then paint. These 1968-1979 Corvette L88 Style Fender Flares are reproductions of the factory originals offered over the counter in the late 60's and early 70'sas well as part of the "Lightweight" package for early L88's. | Pursue Your Passion Here. I do know on some C3 convertibles, the door gaps will change a little on jackstands, so things really do flex a little.
It seems to be the go-to for FB work. Definitely will need a fresh activator. Your #1 Source For Corvette Restoration and Restomod Parts! We will be glad to assist you in finding the proper parts for your Corvette. NOTE: These flares will also fit the 1970-1972 applications with a required modification to the front marker light and side gills on the front fenders. I'm always looking for new techniques. So this 66 Vette had flares and on the front, I am installing the press molded patch panel (from Lee Bumb Composits) with new bonding strip and when cut to fit and screwed in place, it has to be bent under tension to fit..i.e., when panel is flush with fender below beltline, the top above it pushes into the bonding strip which could be glassed over and VPA on top, or when top is set to fit well, the lower part has to be pulled out to be flush below the beltline. Mid America Motorworks JavaScript is disabled. CoolI'm in the middle of doing some now. These flares are manufactured from hand laminated fiberglass and feature alignment tabs to aid in proper installation. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. This is a seriously old thread, but is there any chance of getting the pics reposted? Save up to 50% off on thousands of parts! You must log in or register to reply here. A friend suggested I use a DTM epoxy primer before filler but I don't think that's necessary but correct me if I'm wrong. I now discovered that I have to replace the park lamp panel bonding strip as the top of that is missing and presents a new twist on how I piece that patch in. Baby steps. An angle grinder with a 60 grit flap disc is real handy for jobs like this both to grind out a valley and smooth out the cured mat/resin. I don't believe they make one. VPA glued and roughed in with VPA. I forget exactly how I did it, but sanding the backside to thin it and allow the belt line angle to be reduced is how I would do it now.
This is normal and is not considered a valid reason to return a part. Then use VPA or everglass filler to do the final leveling. You will be able to see your shipping estimate at checkout. I've installed those patch panels before and remember having similar problems. What kind are you installing - and what have you learned so far?
If you are employing a body or paint shop, please make them aware of this. I could really use the visual assistance! Still very liquid but I guess its not useable? I might also try to hold the panel in place and put a heat lamp on it for a few hours. Additional shipping charges may apply for oversize items. All rights reserved. hit public profile and it shows last time that person logged on to the forum. Please, make sure that you have entered valid email addresses! This complete 4 piece flare kit provides additional clearance for wider wheels and tires in addition to aggressive race inspired style. SHOP NOW. must be checked for fitment. if they still monitor the same email address. Save your vehicles, create project lists, and track your orders. 1968-1979 Corvette C3 L88 Style Fender Flares, This item ships direct from the manufacturer. If you find the same item, brand and MFG part number from any current website, advertisement, catalog or flyer, we offer here at Ecklers. Two or three coats of SPI epoxy followed by quality poly primer if you need poly. in this case, it was 5 years ago. Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our. Have them on order. The photo makes the existing fender look buckled outward in the center. Do I use the epoxy primer into the feathered old paint to seal that up, then poly within the epoxy area? 2022
Stay up-to-date on our special promotions and deals. The urethane, by nature, is more flexible and can form itself to compensate for cars which may be slightly out of spec. A lot of restoration guys use it almost exclusively as a primer. Although it's not always practical to have "wheels on ground," it is usually possible to support the vehicle at or close to the points where the weight of the vehicle is supported by the suspension. 68-69 Fender Flare Kit designed to allow for a much larger wheel and tire package under your Corvette. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I can unsubscribe anytime to withdraw my consent. I do have almost a full qt of that I had for another project but its 12 years old. Save up to 50% off on thousands of parts! try sending them a private message.they get an email telling them about the PM. You are using an out of date browser. The nature of vintage Corvettes and perhaps prior repaired cars is that there is normally some fitting, grinding or filling necessary to make new parts fit older cars. Copyright 2022 Ecklers Corvette. SPI epoxy is the product you want to seal up the fiberglass. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Fiberglass will move when it gets hot, especially if it's still a little "green.". That might make me a bit nervous if it's true. when you see something old on this or any forum, click the username. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Eckler's Automotive strives to bring you theBEST QUALITYparts at theBEST PRICE! Supposedly for FG polyester primers do the best job of sealing up? I might try a 12 yr old primer on something I didn't care about too much. Dash Knob Indicator Bezels, For Cars No A/C, 1965-1967. Slashed Prices! If I didn't do that I wondered what problems that slight stress/tension might cause. Contact Us -
Its really that simple! Score, not cut. try sending them a private message.they get an email telling them about the PM. It's not a great deal of tension but it is under more than I would like. Then it could be reinforced with a strip of fiberglass after installation. These flares are manufactured from hand laminated fiberglass and feature alignment tabs to aid in proper installation. hit public profile and it shows last time that person logged on to the forum. Advertising -
FWIW, Done some Corvette body panel work and what I was told and what I do is glue all of your panels with all 4 wheels on the ground. doubt it. Update: I didn't realize the dogleg bond strip was hacked by the flare addition and needed to be replaced and when i cut the patch to make room for that, all the tension went away and they fit pretty good. Don's idea seems to be good. Slashed Prices! Patch panels always seem to have issues of one sort or another. if they still monitor the same email address. If you have questions, please call 800-500-1500 prior to ordering. The following errors occurred with your submission, CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion, V8 Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Basic Tech and Maintenance for the C3 Corvette, http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/c3-technical-performance/19294-71-l88-fender-flare-install-front.html, In loving memory of lost CorvetteForum Brothers and Sisters, http://mcspeed.homestead.com/Killer-II.html, http://mcspeed.homestead.com/Flare_Install.html, http://www.tropiczoneracing.com/Rebuild.htm, https://www.corvetteforum.com/forumsthread-20.html, Send a private message to Dazaa Rafae Aman, http://mcspeed.homestead.com/Getting-Wide.html. This item is a TRUCK ship item. Archive -
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Thank you. Mold lines and small imperfections may be present. I would do that at least 3" from each end, then glue it in place with either VPA or 3m 8115. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The fiberglass part may require more hand fitting and filling to achieve a good fit. I see what you mean but no, what you're seeing is the top of the arch they cut for the flare and i didn't trim the gap quite exactly there, So the issue is just that the patch panel has too much of an angle. I use Z-Chrome Rust Defender and I see it used by a lot of high end Corvette restoration shops. This is especially true when replacing a urethane bumper or panel with a fiberglass part. Similar rules apply to repairs on all body types, since the degree of chassis flex will not often be known by the repairer. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, 1968-1969 Corvette Fiberglass Fender Flare Kit, Eckler's Automotive strives to bring you the. Read our Privacy Policy for more info. in this case, it was 5 years ago. Cookie Policy -
I agree to receive emails from the site. Be sure to glue/fiberglass over bare fiberglass, not painted or gelcoated surfaces. Apply the poly within the epoxy recoat window for best adhesion. Having the jackstand where you have it should lessen the tendency to buckle. Parts which have been modified or painted by the customer or their body shop are not eligible for return. Call us at 877-815-5799 to place your order so that we can verify and then match the current retail price. These flares also feature screw notches for quick installation or they can be bonded in place.Now you can give your C3 an all new, race inspired appearance. Privacy Statement -
I would make a bonding strip for each end as well to put on the backside to bridge the ends of the patch panel that aren't bridge by the stock bonding stip. when you see something old on this or any forum, click the username. Log in to add vehicles or quickly search your stored vehicles. Terms of Service -
Thats our personal guarantee and promise to you, our valuable customers. Thank you, I did consider that and believe it's a good option.
Were so confident in our services and our pricing, we will match any currently advertised retail price (excluding sales pricing) for identical parts and products. This item will qualify your cart for Free Basic Domestic Shipping. All panels & parts will require sanding & priming prior to painting. Good points on gluing with wheels on the ground. After all glued in place I would grind out a valley along the whole seam and fill with resin and mat. This Detroit Speed Inc. Fiberglass Fender Flare Kit is designed to accomodate a wider wheel and tire package underneath a 1968-1969 Corvette. Im far from and expert but I would be tempted to score the back of the patch panel along the belt line to make it more flexible. These flares also feature screw notches for quick installation or they can be bonded in place.Now you can give your, 1968-1982 C3 Fiberglass Body Panels and Frame Parts. doubt it. The kit comes with both front fenders and rear quarter panels for your Corvette body. Now i just have to do finish filling/blocking, then feather fill, blocking then paint. These 1968-1979 Corvette L88 Style Fender Flares are reproductions of the factory originals offered over the counter in the late 60's and early 70'sas well as part of the "Lightweight" package for early L88's. | Pursue Your Passion Here. I do know on some C3 convertibles, the door gaps will change a little on jackstands, so things really do flex a little. It seems to be the go-to for FB work. Definitely will need a fresh activator. Your #1 Source For Corvette Restoration and Restomod Parts! We will be glad to assist you in finding the proper parts for your Corvette. NOTE: These flares will also fit the 1970-1972 applications with a required modification to the front marker light and side gills on the front fenders. I'm always looking for new techniques. So this 66 Vette had flares and on the front, I am installing the press molded patch panel (from Lee Bumb Composits) with new bonding strip and when cut to fit and screwed in place, it has to be bent under tension to fit..i.e., when panel is flush with fender below beltline, the top above it pushes into the bonding strip which could be glassed over and VPA on top, or when top is set to fit well, the lower part has to be pulled out to be flush below the beltline. Mid America Motorworks JavaScript is disabled. CoolI'm in the middle of doing some now. These flares are manufactured from hand laminated fiberglass and feature alignment tabs to aid in proper installation. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. This is a seriously old thread, but is there any chance of getting the pics reposted? Save up to 50% off on thousands of parts! You must log in or register to reply here. A friend suggested I use a DTM epoxy primer before filler but I don't think that's necessary but correct me if I'm wrong. I now discovered that I have to replace the park lamp panel bonding strip as the top of that is missing and presents a new twist on how I piece that patch in. Baby steps. An angle grinder with a 60 grit flap disc is real handy for jobs like this both to grind out a valley and smooth out the cured mat/resin. I don't believe they make one. VPA glued and roughed in with VPA. I forget exactly how I did it, but sanding the backside to thin it and allow the belt line angle to be reduced is how I would do it now.