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The Cars => 1969-1970 Shelby GT350/500 => Topic started by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 02:36:52 PM

Title: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 02:36:52 PM
When AOSmith made fiberglass parts for 1968-1969 Shelbys they did it in a very specific manner. The parts should be smooth on both sides. If you are seeing "kitty hair" or fibers, most likely its been repaired or is reproduction.

I thought this might be helpful in light of a recent discussion on BaT

http://www.thecoralsnake.com/FRP.html


Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 05:46:59 PM
I have been asked to post some pictures of reproduction fiberglass. coming up....
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 07:18:54 PM
Notice the fibers in the underside of this hood.  Its a reproduction. Tony Branda sells these for $1464.


(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-270224191603.png)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 07:19:47 PM
Same here, not even close to the original texture.

(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-270224191639.jpeg)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 07:21:09 PM
Reproduction lower scoops. Branda price $140

(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-270224191656.jpeg)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 07:23:00 PM
These upper panels were originally made of steel .

(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-270224191714.jpeg)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 27, 2024, 07:25:43 PM
If you need help identifying original fiberglass (FRP) please ask the forum.
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 28, 2024, 06:54:53 AM
Dave sent some additional pictures, which I can post later.
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 28, 2024, 02:03:48 PM
Original scoops from Dave. thanks...

Note pink fiberglass (bottom) and thickness of part compared to reproduction above

(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-280224140113.jpeg)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 28, 2024, 06:01:34 PM
"Thanks for helping me avoid a BIG mistake" -Bob H via email
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 29, 2024, 11:30:18 AM
Hope to have more NOS pictures this afternoon
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 29, 2024, 04:16:40 PM
Here is a pair of NOS fiberglass scoops. As my friend, Mr. Perkins always says,

"Reproduction parts have no collector value!

Remember Genuine Ford Parts Are: "Made Right", "Fit Right", "Last Longer" and make your car more valuable!"


https://www.ebay.com/itm/334989940601?itmmeta=01HQVBDZ0H3G9MAHJNKA8EEXMF&hash=item4dfef4d779:g:HMAAAOSwZXlk27F6&itmprp=enc%3AAQAIAAAAwGxC6MNI7Q3IoOnRmR9h5hV0%2B3qZsVE4kb5xirZ3XajqWkbVQOAkLgTAXwP9PdWJYfe4iHRGkBEJMaF2rLTDVpND4Sip%2BJVwiyaX2tWSZf%2FjgqoYuBqBRsF7GafTe3NHz49C9FP2BVb%2B6f8F6Q0eVfs4bembh14TdxuTTVgXNFXqjPQWe9dAOstdm%2BNk5earyqPhL4aUSp14ixfmrnJ28XVxYoSC2MS1tBsVmlwsjfCCCYa%2Frfb7%2BAjHSF8CpNkqjw%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR7rwt-u-Yw
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 29, 2024, 04:18:19 PM
(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-290224161722.jpeg)
Title: Re: FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
Post by: Coralsnake on February 29, 2024, 04:19:24 PM
(https://www.saac.com/forum/gallery/8-290224161739.jpeg)
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