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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (1/7)
12/7/09 9:36pm

corvettedave
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Evansville`, IN - USA

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1972 Convertible, ontario orange, ps/pb/pw/air conditioning and 31,000 original miles.

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It's been two years since I started taking my 72 convertible apart. I now have completly rebuilt the frame, engine, transmission and the body has been repainted and sitting on the frame. It's now time to put it back together. Just being lazy and thought I would ask if there are any tips in putting the interior back in the car. I pulled everything out. I bought new firewall insulation, rubberized sound deadner and foil backed heat resistant for the interior. I bought all new wiring harnessess (ouch) and groumets. Any comments on what to watch out far, or things to do or not do from your experience, will be appreciated. Thanks, David

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (2/7)
12/8/09 9:10am

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Hopefully, you bagged/tagged everything when you took it apart, so you'll know what screw/bolt/clip goes where...that's the biggest hurdle in any long term resto.
I would suggest the wiring go in first, of course, and then the HVAC/dash.
Install the heat barrier/carpeting from the rear compartment area first(it keeps from getting the front carpet messy).
Measure twice, cut once!
Good to hear the project is finally starting to come together. Should be ready for summertime next year, eh?

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (3/7)
12/8/09 11:28am

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And understand that there will be several times when you take something back apart because you needed to put something else in first. That is how you get to know your car.

Larry

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (4/7)
12/8/09 1:59pm

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Flanders, NJ - USA

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1982 Black, ZZ4, Hooker Side Pipes, 3.55 Rear, Rebuilt & upgraded 700R4, All new suspension, brakes, & new Charcoal interior.

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[QUOTE=VetteSpecialties]And understand that there will be several times when you take something back apart because you needed to put something else in first. That is how you get to know your car.

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Boy, you can say that again!!! Wits End

But in the end it's well worth it, have fun. Clap

Dave

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (5/7)
12/8/09 11:28pm

Thanks for all the comments. Is this the order:

1. Install all noise barriers and heat shields

2. Install wiring

3. Install all dash components

4. Install carpeting

5. Install seat belts and seats

6. Install rear compartments

7. Install interior trim pieces

8. Install rag top

What do you think?

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (6/7)
12/9/09 12:12am

DaveM

I would put the seats in last, that way they are not in the way while doing all the rest. Did mine that way. Need to do the rear compartments at same time as rear carpet.

Good luck,

Dave

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Replacing the Interior on Frame Off (7/7)
12/9/09 10:05am

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1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.

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All good advice above. In addition, clean the threads good on the seat bolts and seatbelt bolts and use some anti-seize compound on them.

Also its a good idea to test gauges and lights before everything is fully assembled!! Wink

Nothing like trying to figure out what's not working after you put every last detail together.... Wits End

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