<VV> Corvair body protection accessories

[Frank DuVal]

Glad to hear the body repairs are proceeding well.

I am also not a fan of bras. With the new paint technology, just keep it 
waxed to help with bug removal when washing. Bras tend to grind dirt 
into the finish when they are flapping at highway speeds.

I also do not like the look of side molding, because I am a stock guy. 
But, they do protect the side from door dings. I have installed mostly 
the type shown in the first two pictures on theis web page:

http://www.customautotrim.com/products/moldings/body_5eights.htm

These are just examples of the trim styles I used in the 80's and 90's. 
I have never ordered from this company, I just bought from local body 
shop suppliers in my area. Back then it was on the shelf stuff.

I do not like to paint the aftermarket side molding, because the paint 
will chip off, leaving ugly marks every time the molding has protected 
your car from abuse. Better to get a stock color that compliments your 
color. The stock color is all the way through the vinyl, so it never 
shows a bad mark when protecting your car.

There is a Red Corsa Convertible in our club that I painted over 15 
years ago. The owner wanted side molding. I installed the black color 
with chrome edging (like the first picture). It still looks great, and 
has protected the car from abuse in parking lots. It is not a daily 
driver, the same use you will have.

Now that you have your parts, you can tell us the name amd location of 
the yard with the parts Corsa

Frank DuVal

Stephen Upham wrote:

> I'm having the body work and painting done to the Monza.  I will use  
> the car occasionally to go to shows, meets, and club meetings and  
> would like to try to keep it in as good a shape as possible for as  
> long as possible.  Two quick questions.  Has anyone used a popular  
> east coast vendor's mask (bra) or know of a good alternative?  Also,  
> I would like to add body side moulding, preferably non-painted in  
> time to have it painted the color of my car and installed before the  
> middle of October.  Any ideas as to reputable vendors who know what a  
> Corvair is.
>
> Stephen _______________________________________________
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