71W30G

Hi all,I need some info on the bumper brackets and braces for a 1971 442. I worked on these cars when they were new and I know the brackets were natural stamped steel. But when ordered as a replacement they were chassis black. so my question is what is the acceptable color to paint them for restoration and judging.Also i'm having a hard time finding a heat riser tube that fits the 71 w-30 engine.Any one know of one that fits as I keep buying the one for a 455 from the aftermarket and they dont fit.

hi i'm in need of the w-30 strip blueprints. The body shop is on hold and these are not available any longer.so if anyone has an old blueprint could i get a copy. this is for a 71 convertible. thanks tom

Thanks for the reply I also use fusick but when spending 300+ dollars i'd like to know how they fit, As some state they need to be cut as there are a short molding and a long molding on some models. I guess I will just order new springs to be sure. Tom.

HI all I'm redoing my 71 442 and have questions about aftermarket wheel opening moldings,first its a convertable,second does anyone know who makes the better fitting,looking etc, ones.also does anyone know the difference between the fiberglass hood springs from the metal ones. thanks tom