Another lower valance question

[Ian S.]

I have seen references to the lower front valance on 66-7 having two sets of holes underneath and only one being used. Could someone explain this to me?

Thanks,

Ian

[Wayne W.]

Re: Another lower valance question

Front holes for 66-67, rear holes for 63-65. The panels were made to fit all after the 65 run. But the production panel would have only been technically a replacement for the 65.

[Ian S.]

Re: Another lower valance question

So just to be clear original 66-7 cars should show two sets of holes with one set unused?

[Stephen L.]

Re: Another lower valance question

Correct 2 sets of holes (for a 67 anyway....)

[Wayne W.]

Re: Another lower valance question

66 Also. Another interesting feature is the notch that is cut out of some 66-67s, just above the RH bumper brace. It has no apparent function. It is found on some, not all cars. About the only reason that I see for its existance is maybe for more clearance for the bowl there at the bottom of the radiator on a SB. But it is also seen on BBs too.

[Stephen L.]

Re: Another lower valance question

Funny you brought that up. My 67BB has that cutout also. I had not noticed it until I checked on the hole dimensions requested earlier in this thread. The car is damage free and I was wondering why the cutout. (There also happens to be a replacement piece on Ebay with a picture of this part and no cutout) BTW not a very uniform cut either... so I thought maybe there was a crack or something in that area and a previous owner just cut it out. Thanks for the explanation... and peace of mind.

[Bill Stephenson]

Re: Another lower valance question

Wayne,

------Many of us out there look for the notch as a quick way of determining body panel replacement. For the purpose of discussion I would make the statement that all 66s and 67s came from the factory with this notch. If you dont see the notch you, more than likely, are looking at a nose that has, at least, had that panel replaced. Therefore, you might explore the nose further to determine if you can pick up on any more damage.
------This is similar to quickly looking at the two turn-signal corners for the 63/64 grille trim attachment bumps. Of course a knowlegeable fiberglass guy can cut the notch out of the valence and remove the bumps (obviously many have), but if the bumps or the notch or both dont appear correct on the car in question one should start digging because there will undoubtably be more damage to be found. Just my opinion.
------Oh, And I as well have never come up with a reason for the notch. The only thing that seems remotely plausible is that clearance was needed for the factory body-drop...........Bill S

[Wayne W.]

Re: Another lower valance question

Only problem with your theory is that not all had it.

[Bill Stephenson]

Re: Another lower valance question

Wayne,

-------With the General involved I would not make the statement that every last 66/67 had that notch in the lower valence, but I feel strongly that almost all of them did..........Bill S