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Problem on the new 86

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  • Start date Start date Jun 22, 2005

Mike86Stang

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Apparently the must have flown up & cracked the windshield at some point... there is new glass in it but the cowl is all screwed up. I laid the cowl grill cover over & I can slid my fingers under it! :damnit:

Does the winshield need to come out to replace this sheet metal? I have my old 86 that's going to the JY after it's stripped & was thinking of stealing the panel off that car since it's clean.

Anyone know exactly how to do this? I know the front seam is the pinch weld , but not sure where the rear seam is. I have access to a welder/chisels/air tools so that shouldn't be an issue.

Can anyone help?(Prefer not to use mud)

Thanks
Mike
 

Rick 91GT

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Mike that is a bastard to replace, it is the only true welded structure up front. You need to take it off at the seams and weld it in, the windshield should come out.
 

Mike86Stang

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Ah CRAP! You think it's possible to cut out the mangled part & weld in the new panel so it's straight?

IE cut around the windshield base & around the hood line on both cars. Weld grind & smooth...

Shouldn't affect anything else I woulding think.

Thanks Rick
 

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My buddy Jeff did it, it actually looked pretty good and he can't weld for ****..lol

Just take your time.......
 
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