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  1. 78elk

    Quarter panel Badges

    I would like you opinion on the best way to attach the " El Camino " Badges to the rear quarter panels.
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    Adhesive remover

    I purchased some used plastic door panels and have removed the carpet. What do you use to remove the old adhesive. I want them clean so I can paint with SEM light oak. Any ideas welcome.
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    Ignition switch adjustments

    I am having trouble with the ignition switch on my El Camino. When I start it up, the switch doesn't return to the run position. The engine is running, but the starter doesn't stay engaged. Some of the dash lights stay on. I physically turn it back to the run position. I know that there's a...
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    Painted trim behind bumper

    I am trying to remove the painted trim behind the bumper. I have removed all the bolts I can see, but it still won't come off. What am I missing?
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    Aftermarket fender problem?

    I am installing the hood on my 78. I can't bolt the hood spring to the fender, due to the hood flange being too wide. What is the risk to grinding the flange down to make it fit?
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    A pillar sealer

    What is the best sealer to use on the A pillar? What is the best sealer to use around the hinge bolts?
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    Door hinges bolts

    I am having trouble with the bolts that go into the A frame. The top 3 won't tighten up. What is the best way to repair, tap the hole to a larger bolts or drill and insert a threaded sleeve?
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    Best aftermarket brands

    When buying, aftermarket, what brand has the best quality?
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    Front fender?

    On the 78 where top bolt holds the front fender, there is body filler around the plate with the bolt hole. What is filler placed there for? What is the harm in removing it on the bottom?
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    Walnut media blasting

    Since my El Camino is headed for paint on 9/14 and I need to Sand to bare metal, I was thinking of getting a Harbor Freight media blaster. What are areas I need to take care of so not damage the engine or the garage. I would like to get others opinions to lower risk of damage.
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    Block sanding ?

    I am block sanding the Elk and have a question. I see high and low areas where the difference appears to be a few layers of paint. What is the proper way to make the panel level?
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    B pillar ?

    On the B pillar there is a metal trim piece that is held with a screw. My question is where do you find the plastic piece that fits inside?
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    exterior door handle

    The nuts were rusted on the back of door handle and broke off. I want to put a new handle on it and would like to know your opinion on the quality of the repro handles? Who is the best manufacture of the exterior handles? Thank you for your help.
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    Door shell

    I have purchased a new door shell for the elk and would like to get tips on the order of removal when gutting out the old door. What are some things that need notes taken to get these parts installed correctly in the new shell?