We just received the shock tower panels for my dad's '67 convertible. It looks like it will be quite a bit more work than a coupe would be. Any one have any suggestings on how we should approach this? It looks the convertible bracing is going to have to be removed to get access. What other obstacles will we encounter? The inner wheel wells are in good shape so we won't be removing them.

Brian, shock towers are a lower cost, less adjustable, engine access hindrance and header blocker. They aren't used on first or second gens. But they are used on Mustangs. Sounds like you're referring to the upper control arm. And yes, to this day all of the highest performance cars I can think of, use unequal length wishbone suspension. (that's another name for the 'best')

We just received the shock tower panels for my dad's '67 convertible. It looks like it will be quite a bit more work than a coupe would be. Any one have any suggestings on how we should approach this? It looks the convertible bracing is going to have to be removed to get access. What other obstacles will we encounter? The inner wheel wells are in good shape so we won't be removing them.

Brian, shock towers are a lower cost, less adjustable, engine access hindrance and header blocker. They aren't used on first or second gens. But they are used on Mustangs. Sounds like you're referring to the upper control arm. And yes, to this day all of the highest performance cars I can think of, use unequal length wishbone suspension. (that's another name for the 'best')

He's referring to repairing the rear shock structure. Post the Q in the convertible or body shop forum and get pics ready for viewing of the damage.

Hi Fred,

These are the rear shock towers that I am referring to.

Thanks

Brian, shock towers are a lower cost, less adjustable, engine access hindrance and header blocker. They aren't used on first or second gens. But they are used on Mustangs. Sounds like you're referring to the upper control arm. And yes, to this day all of the highest performance cars I can think of, use unequal length wishbone suspension. (that's another name for the 'best')

Never even thought about the convertible section, thanks!

He's referring to repairing the rear shock structure. Post the Q in the convertible or body shop forum and get pics ready for viewing of the damage.

Never even thought about the convertible section, thanks!

Give this thread a chance, it's only been up for a little over 2 hours. Deleted your new one and moved this one to Body Shop.

Yep, no problem. Thanks.

Give this thread a chance, it's only been up for a little over 2 hours. Deleted your new one and moved this one to Body Shop.

Well, another reason to add to my list for not buying a convertible.:yes:

He wasn't big on it being a convertible either but he bought it right.

SS Convertible, paid $500 for it in 1970.


Well, another reason to add to my list for not buying a convertible.:yes: