Tom Glazener writes: > > Does anyone have clever and reasonably priced sources for door and window > seals for a '71 bus? Mine are just a tad non-existent. Also, any clever > fixes for floor holes (not really huge) that won't require replacing the > floor? As far as the door seals go, J.C. Whitney (phone-order parts place) is probably the cheapest (for new ones). Floor-hole patching is a very easy procedure. You will need the following tools and supplies: (better yet, go to a U-Fix Garage, with rented tools) - 1 pair "tin-snips" (10-15$) - 1 pop-rivet gun (10-15$) - rivets (better to get a wide range of sizes; keep the same diameter, but with different lengths) - body repair tin (galvanized; easy-cut) - body hammer (5-10$) - power drill with coresponding bits for rivet size (they break easily, so get a few) - used oil (from the oil change you just did!) and a cheapo paint brush All of these things can be procured at either a body-repair warehouse place or at a hardware store. Firstly, cut the tin to fit generously over the holes (leave a little extra for floor ridges). Next, take your oil and brush each patch and each hole (generously). Do each hole one at a time; place the patch where you want it, and drill one hole, making sure to go into GOOD floor metal. Put the rivet in and squeeze til' she pops. Put another rivet on the other side of the patch to secure it, then take the hammer and "beat" the patch into place (conforming to any ridges, twists, turns, etc.) Then put rivets in around the edge of the patch about every 2". Do this for all holes and you will have a professional job for a back-yard price. Cheers, ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Mark Sabourin "If you were a dog I'd put you down, I'm tired of your mopin' around" - Inbreds Carleton University Email address: msabouri@chat.carleton.ca ----------------------------------------------------------------------
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