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foreverlookin
Apr 5th, 04, 11:46 AM
I ordered a replacement upper top cowl panel (defroster vents and radio speaker outline) for my 68 Camaro and when I removed the existing panel it revealed a very rusty subsurface, I think it is referred to as the upper cowl panel. The rust is confined to the overlap area, about 3-4 inches wide, and is worst for aout 2 1/2 feet either side of the speaker. Is there anywere I can go to get a repalcement piece to splice in rather then ordering the entire upper cowl panel?

Thanks

MJM
Apr 5th, 04, 02:27 PM
Just went through this with my 69..You can order the upper and lower cowl assy complete for your 68, the wiper motor hole will be different ( it is the 67 round one) you will have to modify the replacement piece to accept your wiper motor. I ordered this for my 69 and was happy with the fit and finish but could not use it because there are other changes on the 69 such as a different dash which is supported from the inner cowl and the stamping on the drivers side was different (it would work but would look wrong for a 69) I will be patching mine as when the dash replacement is installed you won't see any of the repairs anyway.

foreverlookin
Apr 5th, 04, 04:31 PM
Thanks for the response MJM. I really only need the horizonal piece of the upper cowl panel that goes on under the piece I am replacing, which is upper dash panel. I know that in Canada they are looking for $635 for the entire upper cowl panel so I think I will try and repair what I have and like you said no one will ever see it anyway.

Thanks again.