Country Honk, Camaro Revival Part I

Here's two weeks' worth of blood, sweat, and frustration...

...The result? The original convertible well molding fits much better than factory...

...The convertible-top mechanism was disassembled, cleaned, straightened (it was scrunched in the rollover), reassembled, and test-fitted.

While Bobby was playing with the quarter, I prepared the Detroit Speed firewall panel for the Vintage Air hookup. For best results, use plenty of masking tape to outline your cut and progress slowly. Normally primer would be applied after this step.

Impact! After stripping, it is easier to see where the metal must be repaired...

...Terry learned how to cut through just one level of metal (OK, so it took two tries and instruction by Bobby)...

...as Bobby dollied the support back into shape.

When the replacement quarter panel was put on years ago, the installer couldn't get it to align, so it was welded in crooked. Bobby reshaped the front edge to create the proper gap with the front door.

So what did all the banging, straightening, and bending get us? A body that is ready for primer and sealer, then a trip to the paint shop. Join us next month.