1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

[Stephen B.]

One of the lower welds on the tabs that hold the "X" bracing is only welded on one side. Did they come that way from the factory, or should I clamp the tab down and reweld? See pictures. Thanks in advance for your responses.PXL_20210816_220846386.jpgPXL_20210816_220857279.jpgPXL_20210816_220900750.jpg

[Mike M.]

Re: 1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

clamp the bracket down and re-weld it. mike mccagh

[Stephen B.]

Re: 1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

Thanks Mike

[Mike M.]

Re: 1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

if u dont have access to a spot welder, i'd drill a 1/4" hole clear thru the arm of the bracket, then mig or tig the clamped bracket to the core support. u can dress the weld bead after mig'd. it'll be more of a factory appearance, rather than welding the sides of the bracket arm to the core support. mike

[John D.]

Re: 1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

I carried a service replacement64-65 radiator core support to Corvette Carlisle for about three years. Finally my son says Dad please give it away. So a restoration shop I do a lot of work came by and he got a nice present.

[Stephen B.]

Re: 1965 Fuel Injection Radiator Support "X" Bracing

That's wonderful John. Now you need to give me '65 fuel injection air cleaner. Preferably NOS or nice original. lolol.