fiberglass decklid?

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Apr 2, 2005 | 11:52 AM
  #1  
Does anyone know if there is a fibeglass decklid for sale anywhere? I imagine it would be cheaper than a $500+ notchback. With the amount of rusted decklids, I figured I could find such a part easily.
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Apr 2, 2005 | 02:55 PM
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why would you want a fiberglass decklid? if it's for weight savings how much weight are you really gonna save? the reason why a notch saves a lot of weight is not because of the metal decklid, it's that enourmous piece of glass.
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Apr 2, 2005 | 03:27 PM
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I want fiberglass because it doesn't rust like every other piece on my car. I would be retaining the stock glass. I just want to replace the metal part, not the entire hatch.

I guess any sort of aftermarket decklid would be acceptable, but all I can find are a few beat up ones on eBay.

I did find a "trunk lid, pin-on style" for $125 at www.hotrodssuperstore.com, but I have no idea what it looks like or how it "pins on". Doesn't sound like what I'm after.
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Apr 2, 2005 | 09:38 PM
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I'm sure a stock metal decklid is at least 35lbs... they weigh a ton. I'm not saying the glass isn't heavy (it is), but its a lot cheaper and easier than trying to find a lexan hatch glass.
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Apr 5, 2005 | 08:51 PM
  #5  
man isntead of busting the guys ***** just answer his question......


Harwood makes one.

Heres a good link on a how to...

http://camaroz28.cardomain.com/memberpage/403007/1


and here are the parts you need..

http://shop.eharwood.com/cgi-bin/harwood/12500.html

Percy Speedglass
http://www.percyshp.com/index.html

I have a few more links I will dig out if you need more info.
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Apr 6, 2005 | 08:34 AM
  #6  
Thanks for the links!

Looks like a good deal of work not incuding the sanding and painting. Maybe I should wait for a good metal one to come up on eBay. I really don't want pins to hold my hatch down. This is for a daily driver too so weight isn't exactly a concern. It's good to know hat there is a fiberglass one if I get the cash for it.
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Apr 6, 2005 | 10:37 AM
  #7  
Where in Ohio are you? Im in masury, oh. 44438

I have access to a few good lids.
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Apr 6, 2005 | 12:22 PM
  #8  
Quote:
Originally posted by TPl383
man isntead of busting the guys ***** just answer his question......
wasn't trying to bust his *****, just wondering why he wanted a fiberglass decklid and making sure he knows that the real heavy part of the hatch is the glass.
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Apr 7, 2005 | 10:33 AM
  #9  
Ouch - changing to speedglass saves 77lbs.... nice. How much is the exact price?
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Apr 7, 2005 | 01:15 PM
  #10  
I actually was going to buy a fiberglass decklid and fiberglass aero spoiler and swap to a manual rear hatch assembly. just personal preference. and weight reduction also, but i want to chuck the pull down for reliability reasons.
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