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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1966 Mustang => Topic started by: GM on December 02, 2010, 01:10:55 AM

Title: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: GM on December 02, 2010, 01:10:55 AM

Hi again

Is there supposed to be a aluminum molding, that sits directly on the top of the back seat against the top well , i have nothing for it, but seem to remember seeing it on another 65 convertible, i haven't been able to find a picture to confirm my suspicion.

Thanks again
Graeme

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: Twilight65 on December 02, 2010, 07:16:58 AM

On my 66 ,which I believe is the same as 65. There is a stainless steel trim piece which mounts on the back of the seat support over the well liner. see photos.

Dave

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv8/dkcain1/Daves%20Mustang/SDC10345.jpg)
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv8/dkcain1/SDC10489.jpg)
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv8/dkcain1/SDC10491.jpg)

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: bryancobb on December 02, 2010, 08:58:54 AM

That piece of trim is stainless and serves as the slot that the top boot snaps into along its' front edge.

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: GM on December 02, 2010, 11:19:08 PM

Thanks for going out of your way and taking some photos for reference, much appreciated.  I definitely do not have the part.  Does anyone have a name, part number or place to buy it from?  Not having much luck finding it in a catalogue.

Graeme

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: CharlesTurner on December 03, 2010, 01:04:21 AM

I don't believe that piece is reproduced.  As far as a name, I've always referred to it as a boot cover retaining strip.

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: GM on December 06, 2010, 01:30:23 AM

Thanks again
Thanks to the photos, i looked through my parts boxes and actually had it!!
First time for everything i guess

Title: Re: Convertible rear seat trim
Post by: Berns on October 03, 2022, 03:30:32 AM

There is such a metal piece on my car that should be original.

With a bit of time invested in a web search, I found this.
https://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/mobile/65-68-Mustang-Convertible-Top-Boot-Retainer-Stainless-Steel-P482233.aspx (https://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/mobile/65-68-Mustang-Convertible-Top-Boot-Retainer-Stainless-Steel-P482233.aspx)


I'm not sure if this replacement part would do the job nor if it is ok for concours. Still sharing the link. Maybe it can help someone.