[tomhorn1913]

Dan,

I like your idea, if for no reason other than the reduced potential for shin scars...

Best,
Matt

 

[tomhorn1913]

alan,

I don't remember who first employed the technique, but it has been discussed in a number of threads. I "think" I recall it being initiated on a MKII trunk lid, which required removing the aluminum liner. Then the recess on the inside surface of the trunk lid was filled (again, I don't remember if is was 'glassed w/cloth or mat, or simply packed w/high-strength filler), & after it cured, the offending "nipple" was ground off the outside. Prep the exterior surface appropriately.

Low-tech, but very simple & practical. Kinda reminds me of the sculptor explaining how easy it was to create a work of art:

1) Find a big rock
2) Using hammer & chisel, remove everything that doesn't look like a statue

Easy, right?

Best,
Matt

 

[tomhorn1913]

So I presume you'd also need to change the radiator?

To a driver's side top inlet?

Best,
Matt

 

[tomhorn1913]

Or,

You could always scare up one of the Harrison puke tanks, a'la Corvette. I've seen pix of those under the hoods of some 289 Comp cars...

Best,
Matt

 

[tomhorn1913]

Too bad you let that cat out of the bag, Mike -

I'll bet you could have sold a bunch of those if you didn't divulge your secret...

Very ingenious!

Best,
Matt