69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

[Michael C.]

Many years ago my 69 had front end damage "repair." At that time the shop left off some of the seals relating to the fender skirts. One that they did reinstall I believe is incorrectly oriented.

The shield for the left side bumper brace appears to be backwards. This one was oriented such that the "flap" of the shield is against the backside of the brace. This leaves the channel of the brace open. Seems to me that the flap should fit into the channel to somewhat "seal" the opening. I've attached a photo of a replacement seal as I hold it in place on the right side (which was left off during repair). Is the orientation correct in my photo? Or, should the flap bend toward the bumper?

The seal kit I ordered for sealing the upper and lower fender skirt included two rectangular pieces of rubber (approx 7" x 3"). Can someone tell me where these go and how they are to be fastened? The supplier couldn't provide any location or mounting details, but did say that two pieces are required for each side.

Thanks,
Mike
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[Michael C.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

Surely I haven't stumped the brain trust with my inquiry! LOL I can't find any photos on the internet that clearly show the correct orientation.

Any reply will be appreciated.

Mike

[Mark E.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

Hopefully a learned '69 owner will chime in for you. Meanwhile, I can tell you that on my '70 the flaps are oriented towards the front of the car. They're original but I can't definitely say if this is typical; it looks like the flap can easily be pushed either way. Also, the top and bottom cuts are mostly parallel with the top and bottom of the brace, unlike your photo. There's significant open space between the seal and brace so it's not a good fit. I may have missed them but I don't see any 7" x 3" seals. I'm happy to post a photo if that's helpful.

Your best bet may be to benchmark '69 Corvettes you see at shows.

[Michael C.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

Mark, I'll appreciate it if you can post a photo. I hope to determine if the flap "hinge" is on the engine side or the outboard side of the wheel well.
Thanks

[Gary B.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

Have you looked at the Chassis Section of the 68-69 6th Edition Technical Information Manual and Judging Guide, page #206, Fig. Ch2.12?
Gary B

[Francais D.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

It looks to me like you have it backwards , the bottom lip is wider than the top on the brace. Like Mark said it does fold towards front , at least on mine,and it is a good fit unlike yours. Also it is installed slanted in on top ,yours looks straight. No clue where the 7x3 goes.

[Michael C.]

Re: 69 Fender Skirt Seal Questions

Thanks everyone, and Gary for pointing out the photo in the TIMJG. Somehow I overlooked that page. Although for a 68, Fig. Ch2.11 was more definitive regarding orientation and I'm comfortable with "assuming" the 69 has the same orientation. I guess I'll hold onto the 7x3 pieces in case someone solves the mystery.