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Locating and Replacing Header Bow 70 Lark

Discussion in 'The ragtop shop' started by FauxFunGSX, Dec 11, 2007.

  1. FauxFunGSX

    FauxFunGSX Silver Level contributor

    I am starting to look for a replacement header bow for my 70 Skylark Vert. Looks like you can buy new for about $350. Does anyone have a decent used one for sale or found them cheaper? Lastly, has anyone replaced one of these lately, how difficult is it, any special tools needed? It's been a long time since I worked on cars, but I am not afraid to try. Any thoughts?
     
  2. copperheadgs1

    copperheadgs1 copperheadgs1

    Did you try that Covertible specialty supplier in Punta Gorda FL? Do a google search I forget their name.
     
  3. FauxFunGSX

    FauxFunGSX Silver Level contributor

    Thanks Dave - Does Hydro-E-Lectric sound right? They have it listed for $379. Thank you for the suggestion.
     
  4. copperheadgs1

    copperheadgs1 copperheadgs1

    Yep that is the place. Pretty pricey I guess but that is the way everything is now on these cars. Just don't tell my wife. I think she figured it out anyway as she always seams to get my credit card bill before I do.:Dou:
     
  5. TORQUED455

    TORQUED455 Well-Known Member

    I just bought one from The Parts Place, 359 plus shipping. It's stamped and assembled in Taiwan, but looks really good. I can now see why they're so much.
     
  6. GStage1

    GStage1 Always looking for parts!

    They just bolt on and there is nothing special to it.

    There is one manufacturer and many resellers.
     
  7. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    George

    Have you eve tried to fill and repair a bump or two under the vinyl on a bow?
     
  8. GStage1

    GStage1 Always looking for parts!

    If you mean the front header bow....yes, while I had the car stripped as I was restoring it.

    If you mean the top of the windshield under the vinyl covering, yes....while I was restoring a car. Welded in a new plate and ground welds, then used a very light skim coat of Duraglass.
     

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