Product Condition Grades
Below is a general description of what the criteria is for our product condition grades. These are generalizations that are intended to give you an idea of the condition of the product at a quick glance. Because different parts degrade at different rates, there are variances in what the letters represent, please see the products description for details about the condition of any particular product.
A = Excellent / Above Average
B = Average / Some flaws / Good to Excellent Driver Quality
C = Obvious flaws / Poor to Average Driver Quality
D, E, F = Worse, Worser, Worsest
THIS KIT HAS A CORE CHARGE OF $950
Here is a time and money saving package deal for the person restoring their 1967 or 1968 Cougar. This package includes:
- Hood lip moulding
- Fender extension mouldings
- Quarter extension mouldings
- Grille center trim
- Deck lid moulding
- Drip rail mouldings
- Nine piece front and rear window trim
- Front and rear Award Winning Bumpers
All parts are show quality. The bumpers are triple plated chrome, the aluminum has the correct anodized finish just like NOS and the stainless has been restored to a brighter than NOS luster. Keep in mind any parts you choose to add to the order (like bumper guards, 1968 rocker panel mouldings, quarter window mouldings, exterior mirrors and deck lock cover) can be added with no extra (or minimal) shipping charges.
Please know that chrome cracking from the installation of bumper bolts on our rechromed bumpers is not covered under warranty. We have observed that some reproduction wavy washers are of a thicker material than original and require more torque to flatten out properly for a good fit. We suggest that no matter what thickness your repro wavy washer is that you flatten them out in a vise prior to installation so as not to have to apply as much torque when installing. Better yet, reuse the originals whenever possible. Also know that all bumpers once they are straightened and polished lose material (thickness) in the restoration process, often these 50 year old bumpers have gone through this process more than once. Also know that chrome seems to adhere better to virgin metal better than used, recycled metal. With those three things working against you extreme caution is needed when installing your rechromed bumper.
When returning cores we suggest placing the front bumper inside the cavity of the rear bumper and then placing all but the drip rails and two larger stainless rear window trim parts in a separate package. Once the trim is taped inside the bumpers, cocoon the parts with stretch wrap. We prefer you send your cores in advance but you can pay the core charge and send them at a later date. Keep in mind if you have premium quality cores, the only way we can send you premium quality in return is if we do in fact get your cores in advance. The biggest difference between parts restored from premium cores and those done with average cores is what they look like from the back side. If you do not have an economical means of shipping you may contact us and we can sell you a prepaid UPS "call tag". The label (call tag) can be emailed to you so you can print and affix to the package.
We've made a couple videos about our restored bumpers and trim, check them out below for more info:
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