Topic: 67 fastback taillamp panel

[orgnl70]

Should the taillight panel have a concave bow in it? Approx. 1/2" towards the interior

[68 S Code]

Top to bottom or end to end?

[orgnl70]

side to side. Center of panel ( gas fill) is 1/2" in towards interior.

[J_Speegle]

Normally an indication IMHO of a past minor (or major) accident. We see this allot in 65-66's where people see so many with a curve (and the bumper) they start believing that they came that way

[orgnl70]

No, not an accident. First this is a new Dynacorn panel. The lower crossmember where its is spot welded is straight within 1/16" The top edge which forms the trunk opening is also within 1/16". If I lay a straight edge just above the bumper mounting holes and below the taillight cut outs from drivers side to passenger side its straight. If I move the straight edge up near the center of the panel thats were the inward bow is. I have posted this question on several different with no answer.

[427Fastback]

I dont want to step on any toes here but....67/68's have a gentle concave curve to them.There is a very small curve at the bumper hole height and it increases as you go up.Check your trunk lid and bumper they both have a curve on the leading edge...I have a NOS taillamp panel I could check if needed.......Cory

[J_Speegle]

Checked the trunk lid I have at home and its pretty straight.

Not sure if I would trust a used bumper or a taillight panel that has been off the car for many years. - Just reporting

Guess we should specify how much of a "gentle curve" some of us are seeing - just a thought

[427Fastback]

I will go take some measurments today of my trunk lid (fastback)I purchased it from Ford in1981.My taillight panel is original and has never been hit or replaced.I have had the car since 77 ...Cory