replacing "belair" script into aluminum insert...? - Chevy Tri …
Aug 2, 2016 · I need to replace the Belair scripts on the quarter panel that goes into the aluminum insert on my 57. The original is basically hanging on by a thread. Is this as simple as just pushing a new one in or do I have to remove the stainless trim …
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Dec 2, 2010 · Unless you remove the stainless trim and entire insert from side of car there is no other way of attaching new script and emblems except for gluing. The originals were pinned through the metal insert. The new ones that I installed had very small (I'm talkin' microscopic) screws that went in from the reverse side of the panel.
'57 Quarter panel Al insert restoration - Chevy Tri Five Forum
Jul 16, 2018 · To understand this , one needs to understand the process used by GM originally. 1) They took a pc of polished billit aluminum and die cut it to the size. 2) It was then machined to remove the recess areas. 2) Scrub the insert using SOS pads and lots of water on a flat surface. DO NOT USE A. CIRCLE MOTION.
Technical 57 Chevy Inner Quarter Replacement - The Jalopy …
Sep 4, 2016 · I'm about to replace the entire inner quarter panel assembly on my '57 Chevy, 2 door hardtop. The unit I have purchased is the mini tubbed version from Real Deal Steel. All the info I have found on this repair suggests that the outer quarter panel must be removed first.
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Replace "BelAir" scripts and crest emblems. - Chevy Message …
Aug 21, 2004 · My scripts and crest emblems on rear quarters are very faded (almost look like a dull stainless). I know the scripts are "peened" (sp?) and the aluminum side panels are suppose to be removed to get at them, however there has to be an easier way to get them off.
1957 Belair rear quarter panel trim question? - Chevy Message …
Sep 10, 2010 · The pegs create a problem for a 57, since they interfere with the quarter panel. There are a couple of ways to use them on a 57. You can install the crests on the insert and push on the clips to hold them to the insert.
1955-1957 Chevy Bel-Air Hardtop Molded Quarter Panels Installation ...
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Chevy Bel Air 55-57 Tools needed: PN 99-0161-000 QP 99-333 REV. 01 Step1: Remove the Window crank, original quarter panel, and quarter window trim piece. Please save all these pieces as some will be used for later. Step 2: The top of the Quarter panel will sit into the rear quarter window recess. It will hang up on the tab like factory panel did.
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Nov 12, 2002 · It would be good to get some new quarter panel stainless molding clips to use when reassembling, instead of using the old ones. The new ones are "T" type clips, which uses threaded studs with nuts. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts to avoid causing ripples in the quarter panel sheet metal.