One of the most gratifying,
yet frustrating aspects of the car restoration process is finding
that all important part to make the car complete. For the “certified
car nut,” weekends offer that necessary time to scour swap
meets and salvage yards with the hope of landing that particular
part that will complete a well- planned project. However, while
some bargains may be found at local meets and auto graveyards,
there is also a risk involved: that the part may not fit at all,
or that it may not be consistent to factory specifications. Obviously,
replacing a factory part with an incorrect substitute can cause
harm in both the performance of the vehicle and the opportunity
to gain points at auto shows across the country.
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In this week’s Hemming’s Garage
segment, Sam Memmolo and Dennis Gage replace the factory installed
tail light bezels on a Mustang Mach I with NOS (New Old Stock)
parts. Although the originals still looked great from a distance,
the new bezels greatly improved the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle,
and since they were NOS parts, and made by the manufacturer, there
was no doubt that they would fit properly. Next, they removed
the original gas cap and emblem which had become worn and tarnished
and replaced them with new reproduction parts. The results in
enhancing the Mach’s appearance were significant and these
changes will add a bona fide edge to the car whether it is competing
on the show circuit, or when it is being admired while cruising
the strip.
Being able to purchase these NOS parts
used to be a rare occurrence, but now, thanks to The Paddock,
locating the correct part for your classic is now as easy as a
telephone call, or as convenient as ordering online. The Paddock
stocks both NOS and reproduction parts for 11 different lines
including: Mustang, Camaro, Dodge/Plymouth, Chevelle/Monte Carlo,
Nova, GTO, Firebird, Impala, 55-57 Chevy, Cutlass, and Chevy Trucks.
The Paddock also has three national locations in California, Florida,
and Indiana for convenient ordering and shipping and most in-stock
orders are shipped within 24 hours. They also have a “Tech
Line” for personalized assistance for your restoration needs
and their parts are guaranteed. From the smallest emblem to complete
interior or exterior restoration, call The Paddock at 1-800-428-4319,
or find them on the web at www.paddockparts.com.
Also, don’t forget that when buying
or selling anything automotive, consult Hemming’s Motor News,
or look them up at www.Hemmings.com
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