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At 08:25 AM 7/11/97 MST7MDT, DILLARDP@edu-suu-lifac.li.suu.edu wrote: >Okay, let's cut the small talk! Ya know, we prattle on and on about >really stupid, trivial topics like engines, brakes, transaxels, etc. I say it >is time to get to the REAL problem with T3s....the engine compartment lid!!!!! > >Yes, folks, it's time we face up to a dilema, perhaps even an impending CRISIS, >in our aging 'backs... crappy insulation on the underside of the lid. > >Of all the engine compartment lids I possess (probably 6 or more), not one of them >has the insulation in good condition. As I fix up my '69 FB, I will have no >option but to select the best of the worst of the lids.... unless.... > And let's not forget the top of the engine compartment lid and surrounding pad. These seem to be made out of a sort of horse hair like padding and covered by something a little like cardboard. The edges get all banged up and stained with oil or whatever. It sure would be nice to have replacement padding. Larry ---Larry Edson Campbell, CA http://www.freeyellow.com/members/type34/ '66 Type III Ghia - 343 (restored) '65 Type III Ghia - 345 (electric sunroof) '65 Type III Ghia - 343 (for sale) '63 Type III Ghia - 343 (project) '49 Ford F1 pickup