70 GTX Trunk Remove & Replace

[Kris70gtx]

Hello all,

As you can see my trunk pan and extensions really need replaced, luckily its the most rusty part on the car. I have been doing research and would like to give it a try instead of paying someone to do it. Before I dig into it much more, I wanted to see if anybody had some helpful tips. Do I need to do any supporting of the quarter panels, frame etc before I take the whole floor and extensions out? I will be doing it with all 4 tires on the ground, not jacked up or anything. Also, im thinking I will probably have to get a two piece panel, I dont see getting a one piece in there unless I took the tailpanel or rear crossmember out. Anything else I should look out for when doing this? Thanks!

 

[eldubb440]

your best bet is to remove the tail panel and use a one piece trunk. it will also allow you to get in there and work...... these cars are all the same, I've done like 15 of them.... no bracing required, you may need to jack the rear end a little to reinstall the tail panel, no biggie

 

[Kris70gtx]

Yeah not having to splice the two piece pan would be nice, so realigning the tail panel is pretty easy? Also with the wheels on the ground that won't effect anything right? I know these bodies are pretty tough I just don't want anything to get tweaked.

 

[eldubb440]

i've done them both ways.... wheels and no wheels

the tail panel will go back on exactly how it came off.....leave the trunk lid on the car, it'll keep you level and help guide you back together

 

[eldubb440]

just dive in, it's not rocket science...... you want to separate the tail panel at the rear of the gutters, unlike the pic below.....

 

[Kris70gtx]

Awesome thanks for all the help, im gonna dive in and get it knocked out.

 

[TT from NH]

I'm about to do the same thing to my 69 Coronet and was wondering if you had any lessons from your replacing your trunk pan. I think mine trunk is in a bit worse shape; I know you all like pictures, so here are a number I took. Based on what you see, what do you suggest? Thanks! Terry

 

[eldubb440]

I'm about to do the same thing to my 69 Coronet and was wondering if you had any lessons from your replacing your trunk pan. I think mine trunk is in a bit worse shape; I know you all like pictures, so here are a number I took. Based on what you see, what do you suggest? Thanks! Terry

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just a little off the back and sides please | For B Bodies Only Classic Mopar Forum

 

[TT from NH]

Thanks, eldubb440! I remember seeing that thread someplace. After looking at what you did -- and did so well -- I am feeling a bit lightheaded. I've got some questions that I'll post on your thread. Thanks! Terry