Having searched, I found not informations for trying to distinguish original rear engine grills from reproductions.
I have an old set that looks original and another just bought sold as NOS, but, how be sure? How (and what) compare?
Most interest for me is in my C model, but I suppose the contribution could of interest also on all models.
Original rear engine grill?
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Re: Original rear engine grill?
First, there were never a reproduction of the earlier grilles with the square cross bars. The later grilles with the round cross bars have been reproduced in the past, both the flat and the curved versions. To differ from originals, the joint in the outer perimeter strip often was not welded very well as compared to originals. There are several of the late versions on Ebay right now.
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Re: Original rear engine grill?
I assume that the cross bars on the early grills were rounded at the top
and flat on the sides?
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Re: Original rear engine grill?
Early grilles have square cross bars and are only polished. Late grilles have round crossbars and bright zinc plated.
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Re: Original rear engine grill?
It would be interesting to post photos of NOS or assumed originals details, likes the cross-bar fixing at sides and the welding mentioned by Brad.
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Re: Original rear engine grill?
Maybe a little off subject .... Are all the grilles (Coupe, Roadster, Cabriolet) the same width and length? There are two versions: "curved" and "flat". A more reliable measurement would be the opening in the engine lid. I have received measurements (averaging) 214 x 368 mm for both versions.
I'm interested to have measurements so the correct grilles can be produced.
I'm interested to have measurements so the correct grilles can be produced.