December 12, 2016
March 30, 2016
1968-1970 B-Body Mopar Windshield Replacement
1970 Road Runner
1968-1970 B-Body Mopar Windshield replacement
In the event that you have to replace your windshield on your 1968-1970 B-body Mopar, you need to know what you're getting into before getting started. This is a step by step guide to the process of replacing or removing and reinstalling the original glass.
In our example, this 1970 Plymouth Road Runner was receiving a complete paint job with interior and exterior color change. To paint a car properly, the windshield must be removed.
Read on for our step by step process of handling the windshield.
BEFORE: This 1970 Roadrunner will receive a complete interior and exterior color change and the vinyl top will be eliminated |
Before: Existing trim and glass |
Before: Existing trim and glass |
1. Remove the existing stainless trim around the windshield. Careful not to bend or crease your trim, look at the clip type and location(more photos later in this post), and use a clip removal tool (looks like a forked pry bar in most cases) suitable for your application.
2. Remove the windshield gasket and glass. It is likely that you will need to cut the rubber weatherstripping gasket that is holding the glass in place to remove the glass without breaking it. There are a variety of tools made for this purpose which will allow you to cut the gasket without gouging your windshield.
NOTE- Save any and all clips that are screwed into the body of the car which hold the trim in place. You will need these or their replacements.
March 19, 2016
1973 Pontiac 400 Built for HP and Fun!
Years of storage and memories on the road have this 1973 Pontiac Grand Am showing it's age with a moldy and mouse infested interior and worn out smog motor. It pulled into the shop running on 7 cylinders with a plume of blue smoke behind it. This wasn't quite what the owner remembered enjoying about the car when he first got it in the mid 70's.
It was quickly decided that a complete mechanical overhaul was a necessity. With orders to add a lot more power, enhance handling and freshen the interior, we began tear down on this customer project in the summer of 2015. It's going to be a sleeper, keeping the original look and paint of the classic Pontiac. The Hooker Aerochamber mufflers and new Crager wheels are the only hints at what's hiding under the hood.
March 9, 2016
Wisconsin Car Shows and Events Calendar
View our Google calendar showing a current list of 2016 Wisconsin Classic Car and Truck Shows as well as a few other major automotive events. More events will be added as dates are finalized.
This is a LIVE calendar!
This is a LIVE calendar!
- View events in coming months by clicking the arrows near the month name
- Click the event name to see more detail and website links for each event
- Something missing? Comment below or email drivenrestorations@gmail.com to have your event added to this calendar
Parades are a great place to see some classic cars and trucks |
Wisconsin Dells Automotion Top Truck Award Winner 2013 |
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Attend an indoor show in the winter months in the Midwest. |
Collect some trophies for your classic by attending concourse style judged shows Shown here: Customer owned 1949 Chevrolet 3100 |
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Dodge County Car Show and Swap Meet |
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Lodi WI, Tuesday Night Cruise In |
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3 C's Car Show, Randolph WI |
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