Problem on the new 86

[Mike86Stang]

Apparently the must have flown up & cracked the windshield at some point... there is new glass in it but the cowl is all screwed up. I laid the cowl grill cover over & I can slid my fingers under it! :damnit:

Does the winshield need to come out to replace this sheet metal? I have my old 86 that's going to the JY after it's stripped & was thinking of stealing the panel off that car since it's clean.

Anyone know exactly how to do this? I know the front seam is the pinch weld , but not sure where the rear seam is. I have access to a welder/chisels/air tools so that shouldn't be an issue.

Can anyone help?(Prefer not to use mud)

Thanks
Mike

 

[Rick 91GT]

Mike that is a bastard to replace, it is the only true welded structure up front. You need to take it off at the seams and weld it in, the windshield should come out.

 

[Mike86Stang]

Ah CRAP! You think it's possible to cut out the mangled part & weld in the new panel so it's straight?

IE cut around the windshield base & around the hood line on both cars. Weld grind & smooth...

Shouldn't affect anything else I woulding think.

Thanks Rick

 

[Rick 91GT]

My buddy Jeff did it, it actually looked pretty good and he can't weld for ****..lol

Just take your time.......