Anyone know of a source for Repro Lens Gaskets for these years Imperials ? DMT does not have them. Imperially , Gary...
Thanks for the quick reply....the reverse lights worked up until recently. I fully restored the car 5 years ago and recently was told that the reverse lights were out. No, they don't flicker at all and I flinched when you mentioned rear bumper removal for access to the sockets. Sadly, that's kinda what I thought...I removed the bulbs, cleaned the sockets prior to writing to you, energized the ignition, trans in reverse, and still no power to either light. The other lights are all fine. I bought new bulbs, tested them, installed them with dielectric grease and buttoned up the lenses. Yes, the reverse button stays in. And my lens gaskets aren't any better than their age; but they still seal. Having read your post, and after having inspected my lights, new gaskets sure wouldn't hurt. I'll look around.The bulb sockets can be accessed after you remove the lens and bulb.Maybe clean the sockets with a round brush (battery brush) & Pent.oil if rusted.Could be a ground too. The sockets are part of the housings and could be loose.Bumper needs to be removed for access to the rear of sockets. Does your Reverse button stay depressed ? Do reverse lights come on at all ? Even for a second ?
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C'mon over, you can start with my damned reverse lights!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I’m drooling! I can’t wait to start messing with my ‘64!
It’s patina is consistent front to back and I don’t think I could afford a full on resto for now.
Great shots! Good luck....there seems to be a number of the 64 Imp drop tops out there. They ride beautifully even on the bias ply tires....and it's like sitting in a living room. The 'verts have great seats, thick and supportive. I did my Imp interior to factory specs so it also shows as well as it rides These 5300lb beasts are the best in ride quality and elegance. Last week a '64 Caddy 'vert parked next to me at a local show....the Imp was by far the more interesting and elegant of the cars. The Caddy was done very well, too. I think part of the allure is the relative overall rarity of our converts....Yes, here’s mine when it arrived in January.
Well I’m not planning a restoration so much as I am just getting it complete and back on the road. It’s patina is consistent front to back and I don’t think I could afford a full on resto for now.
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The silver car photographs well but it’s in desperate need of a paint job. Thanks for the kind words though!Now you say that!
I´ve been waiting for you to start restoring the vert to see it as gorgeous as your 67 some day.
I have one that’s like brand new if you need a loaner to reproduce new.Are the gaskets molded or die cut. If you have a good sample we will consider reproducing.
Dave
Quirey
Hello Dave, and thanks for the offer. The work of Gary Goers was spectacular and all of us in Mopar restoration land are glad you're carrying his torch! Thanks! Without his work being continued restoring 300 Letter cars, Imperials, Plymouths, DeSotos, and Dodges, just wouldn't be possible. I'm sure I speak for all of us in Mopar Land when I offer a collective sigh of relief knowing that our projects can move forward and that you're so readily able to help with those projects. Restoring any Mopar, especially the C bodies, can be traumatizing without specialized help!Are the gaskets molded or die cut. If you have a good sample we will consider reproducing.
Dave
Quirey
Hey, that would be great!I have one that’s like brand new if you need a loaner to reproduce new.
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Maybe "detmatt" can help out?? I would love to replace mine....thanks!Can you post a photo of gasket? If die cut it is an easy repro
Dave
I sure will as long as I get it and a new set back, yes?If you don’t mind sending that we will make for the imperial owners. Ship to Quirey Quality Design
3200 Graham Ave
Windber PA 15963
I would love for this to occur....I'm sure there would be loads of us indebted to both your generosity and that of Dave for the company's efforts to repop these things....with appreciation, my friend!I sure will as long as I get it and a new set back, yes?