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HELP. Where can I find a cowl replacement panel.
Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 1:14 pm
by peryde
I recently purchased a 1977 Convertible. Along with the usual rust in the floors and heater channels this one also has major rust in the cowl area. I have been all over the internet searching for a cowl replacment panel without any luck. Is there such a thing produced or will I have to cut the cowl from a donor car? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Posted: Mon Feb 18, 2008 1:14 am
by MNAirHead
this is one to be cut off a donor car...
What shape is yours in? OR what is your issue to fix
Posted: Mon Feb 18, 2008 1:25 am
by peryde
Thank you. Do you know if the donor car has to be a convertible, or is it OK to take one from a regular Super Beetle? Mine has a large rust hole in the lower windshield channel and in the cowl between the windshield and trunk.
Posted: Tue Feb 19, 2008 11:11 am
by MNAirHead
wow..
That's a tough one.
As you're aware convertibles were kind of special order from VW.. they were sold to Karmann who finished them.
If it helps, I can take some measurements etc...
May help for us to see exactly the parts you're looking at replacing.
Tim
Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2008 11:53 am
by peryde
FYI. I found that the cowl piece from a Super is a perfect fit. I cut out a cowl from a -73 super donor and I am in the process of welding it in.
Posted: Sat Feb 23, 2008 2:47 pm
by Class 11 streeter
peryde wrote:FYI. I found that the cowl piece from a Super is a perfect fit. I cut out a cowl from a -73 super donor and I am in the process of welding it in.
Good deal! If you could, try and share some pics with us for others facing this same repair please!
Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:41 am
by MNAirHead
I looked... my clips looked different depending on the exact areas you're needing.