Dash pads swap – Cabriolets are not
wider, in fact the rear seat is narrower and the bit you lean against and sit
on are special to the car – so do not throw them out.
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Subject: Re: [1302 eGroup] Hood
Replacement Issues!
Thanks for helping! We were told that the Convertibles were
"wider"
than the Sedans, so we weren't quite sure what that meant. What about
the dash pad? Will that swap out as well?
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> Yes hood and wings/fenders will fit. The panels unique to the
> convertible include - inner and outer door skins, rear quarter panels
> heater channel interiors, windscreen surround, tunnel and door opening
> fillets and of course those big strengtheners under the heater channel
> closing panels.
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> Subject: [1302 eGroup] Hood Replacement Issues!
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> Hello, fine fellow-Beetle owners! I have a question, and I am hoping
> you can help me. We have a 1972 Convertible which is in need of a new
> hood, fenders, tires, and dashboard. I have the opportunity to
> purchase a 1972 Super Beetle, not-Convertible (which I would think
> makes it a sedan?), for parts.
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> Currently, the Convertible has the a set of wide fenders with Square
> head and tail-lamps, and wider tires. I know the fenders and wheels
> from the potential parts car will work, but will the dash? And most
> importantly, will hood?
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> Thanks for helping!
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