Converting standard 1962 impala to SS

Jeff Olson

Jeff Olson

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Cayneman said:
Sorry guys, I'm just not into clones and have never understood the need by some that have to try and fool others. Too many have been sold off as originals. Why not just buy an SS in the first place? Definitely not worth the effort.

Gary
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I caught this thread late, must have been sleeping....
I can see both sides and I truly believe that if you own the car make it yours but I personally would not clone a car to be an SS if it wasn't born that way. Of course I am talking out of both sides of my ass a little bit as my 63 is an SS but didn't come with a 409..... :rub:rub
 
Impalabricker

Impalabricker

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Ok, now that we have went full circle with the "clone" issue, I have a question regarding windshield trim clips. I see many on ebay of different types. Which ones do I need. Both of my front and rear windows are being replaced. I have the glass and gaskets but do i need both types of these clips?

Here's one Im sure I need

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1961-1962-1...ash=item3cf10e0cf2:g:CLYAAMXQbflSN73l&vxp=mtr

Then there are these, I can't verify as I seem to have misplaced the folgers coffee can that had all my window clips

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1961-1962-C...ash=item3f323ad41b:g:qrEAAOSwrklU9npK&vxp=mtr


Do I need both sets?
 
pvs409

pvs409

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There are two different sizes of clips for the front and rear glass
the lower front windshield pieces -I have originals.

I see that you just sent note to me
+ I was going to respond in your messages on your request on the SS information

Paul
 
Impalabricker

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Another question, regarding the 2 metal trim pieces that mount on the dash between the windshield and top of the dash to conceal the small gap. Are they supposed to be painted to match the dash or is it supposed to be chrome? Im 90% sure its supposed to be painted judging by google images, but I also see some chrome.

Thanks
 
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Rj602

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pvs409 said:
The only other option to the restored original SS side trim(after adding new metal inserts) is to find nice shinny original SS side trim or even Impala side trim that can have the metal inserts added. Nice shinny original Impala side chrome (aluminum ) are also not easy to find. The metal SS side trim inserts are added to Impala trim by using double sided 3M tape

Some guys I have seen have found a way to strip the anodizing off the long side trim and then polish and straighten the trim. The work to polish and straighten and remove scratches in any aluminum trim is not easy. Then the trim has to be cleared (or it will discolor) or sent out to be anodozied like the original trim

The reproduction SS side trim cost was around $ 600. I have seen the repro SS side trim -it does not look good.....
I think it has "tape" SS inserts which is not original and is poor quality
Note that the actual trim was "not even anodized" like the original aluminum trim and the notes about quality of the reproduction pieces "on this link". Now I see its even discontinued at Ecklers:
http://www.lategreatchevy.com/full-...t-impala-ss-hardtop-and-convertible-1962.html

See the notes on it at Classic Industries on the reproduction SS side trim:
http://www.classicindustries.com/product/1962/impala/parts/b9214ss.html

For the trunk panels with the SS swirl - I do not know of anyone that restores them.
The three 62 SS trunk panel pieces(with the factory swirls) and Impala trunk panels are being made reproduction and sold by Scott G. in Des Monies, Iowa. He has been making them for over 15 years (he also makes 63 and 64 SS panels and inserts and other Chevy trim). He has a machine to cut the correct swirls in the SS panels and SS inserts
These new SS and Impala trunk and cove panels are in my opinion as good as NOS trunk panels & coves or even better than NOS trunk panels
They are only sold to dealers to sell to the public. The prices from various dealers in SS and Impala trunk and cove panels vary widely from what I have seen.

This vendor has some of the best prices on the 1962 Impala SS trunk panel pieces(3 pieces) :
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-1962-Chevrolet-Chevy-Impala-SS-Rear-Trunk-Deck-Panel-Molding-Swirl-
Metal-/391774107521?hash=item5b378e7781:g:mEIAAOSwNuxXZivs&vxp=mtr

I have purchased at least 5 - SS and Impala trunk panels (all three pieces) from this vendor over the years for me and for some friends.

Paul
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Do you contact for Scott G in Des Moines? I need Trunk lid trim cove trim 63 ss convertible
 
pvs409

pvs409

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Scott Gaulter sells his trunk panels to dealers not directly to individual's

Dallas County Parts in Waukee Iowa has the best prices on Scotts trunk panels for 62, 63 and 64 SS and non SS
www.ebay.com

25 pcs 10-32 x 3/8" grille rivets stainless steel rivet screws nuts fits Chevy | eBay

These rivets screws may be a different size and shape than the original rivets. You must compare your application to the pictures and to the sizes that we have provided.
www.ebay.com

Paul
 
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