[1970 Top- replace vinyl or paint?]

I don’t recall-  did 70 models come without vinyl tops?   
 

not sure what I’m looking to do yet.  I think the cheaper option would be to replace the vinyl.  

[1970 Top- replace vinyl or paint?]

Hey everyone,

looking for feedback for my black 70 SS.     It’s time to replace the vinyl top.  There is minor rust but main reason is due to the top is faded.    Car is black on black. 

what do you think -

1.  Replace black vinyl top? 
 

2.  Remove vinyl, trim, and have roof painted back   

Thank You 

[Dashboard light bulbs]

Thanks for the info 

[Dashboard light bulbs]

Thanks!  For the info.  
 

Any tips on removing the dash?   

[Dashboard light bulbs]

Hey everyone-

hope you’re staying safe and well.  

Right now I’ve got some time on my hands.  I need to replace the turn signal lightbulbs in the dashboard.  While I am in there will probably change the bulbs for gauges.  
 

Scale of 1-10 how much of a pain is this?    
 

I haven’t found much info but I assume I need to remove the dash to gain access.  
 

any tips or tricks is greatly appreciated.  
 

thanks- 

[Help- What’s this!?! Transmission?]

Thanks again!  I learned something new-  only had this car for a few  months.  Still getting to know it.   I appreciate the help.  Hope you’re staying safe with all that’s going on.

andy 

 

 

 

 

[Help- What’s this!?! Transmission?]

Thank you!    Appreciate the quick reply-  Guess it’s not needed... 

here’s the floor shifter.  

 

[Help- What’s this!?! Transmission?]

Hey everyone -  new guy question 

what’s this hanging down from my transmission?    I just noticed it after the first drive of the year.    Looks like it came loose from something. 

Thanks! 
 

 

 

[Wierd transmission leak]

that’s what I’m thinking-  fluid was draining back from the torque converter.      But its weird no leaks for the first few weeks and now it just started.   
 

maybe it’s what MC1 said the temps dropped and seals shrank then leaks.     

 

[Wierd transmission leak]

11 minutes ago, 1970mcss said:

I thought my car was leaking at the pan. I replaced the pan gasket but the real problem was the shifter shaft seal. I got that seal replaced and the leak is gone. 

Will look at that in the spring. Many Thanks!

[Wierd transmission leak]

18 minutes ago, MC1of80 said:

In the cold, the seals shrink. When warm, they expand. Even the slightest space, trans fluid will find a way out.

Also, if the seals are old they become brittle and not pliable anymore. 

Figured as much. Thanks for the help! 

[Wierd transmission leak]

Hey guys- 

I know it’s an older thread but I’m seeing a trans leak on my 70 SS.    I think what you all mention is what I’m seeing. 
 

BUT-     

I didn’t see any transmission fluid leaks until it got cold.   The cars been sitting for just over a month.    No leaks until the temps got into the 20s. This happened within the last week or so.   The garage isn’t heated.    It was a decent sized leak.   
 

Kinda weird- Thoughts?  

[New Guy- Chicago Area]

Thanks everyone-  looking forward to it!  

[New Guy- Chicago Area]

Hey everyone-   Picked up a 70 SS late summer.   Sold the Harley and got my 1st classic.  Not sure if it’s an original SS but I like it.      

Just about time to put it away for the season.  Looking forward to next season.