Re: UR-Q front hood needed

[Mike Loeks <mloeks@columbia-center.org>]

At 10:13 PM 9/20/96 -0400, you wrote:
>I am looking for a hood for my 83 TQC.  I would like to know of the
>acceptable  models that will fit this car, and any source for a good used NON
>RUSTY hood.  I' m told there is a new one available in the aftermarket for
>around $200, but I'm reluctant to use a non German part on the car. Any ideas
>or info is, as usual, appreciated.  Rob Greene RDG51@aol.com.
>
Rob,
  I have tried aftermarket body parts before and I would not recommend them
for the following reasons: 
1. Aftermarket body parts are generally of inferior quality. They are
usually      constructed of thinner steel, and will bend easier. 
2. They may not fit properly. The parts I tried had inaccurate curves and
the    seams were not consistent.
3. Rust protection is virtually non-existent on them.

My suggestion would be to find a used part or bite the bullet and buy a
factory part. 
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               Michael Loeks
               '86 5kcstq - Red w/ Fuchs/D60A2 1.8 bar boost
               '86 5kcstq - Grey w/ stock wheels/Comp T/A HR4 1.8 bar boost
               '85 Celica GT-S Convertible FUN in the sun! (what there is of it)
               '84 Ford F350 dually flatbed(NOW we're talking utility)
               Warren, Oregon


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