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Post by maxx1974 on Jul 16, 2008 21:54:04 GMT -5
The questions that I have concerning plastic parts are probably simple so here goes. I am interested in getting A-pillars and seat backs. I'm wondering if the A-pillar moldings are the same on all 3rd. Gen. Chargers? I have a 1974; can I use 71,72, or 73 A-pillar molding?  Web sites that sell seat backs also say " NOT FOR SE model " IS there a difference between a REGULAR seat back and an SE seat back? Is there a difference between the 71,72, or 73 model seat backs? Are the E- Body seat backs different than B- Body seat backs? #Thinking# #Thinking# All help and knowledge appreciated, still on a learning curve here. Thanks in advance ;D |
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Post by curtisc on Jul 16, 2008 23:11:12 GMT -5
A-pillar moldings are the same on all of them.
I'm not too sure on seat backs although I think they are different on SE and regular, just because SE had a different style of seats I think, more "luxury" type. Whether or not they are different from 71-72 I don't know. I think they are probably different on e-bodies as well but again..not 100% sure on that.
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Post by Nacho-RT74 on Jul 23, 2008 4:23:32 GMT -5
no relation between E and B bodies parts on interior, beside just the console and related>seatbacks are the same between E and B.
71/73 B bodies plastic parts are completelly interchangeable, with just the diff that 71/72 rear arm rest are PADDED arm rest. On 73 arm rest is same plastic panel with the shape.
74 are interchangeable too on all panels EXCEPT on rear panel, due the extra trim and cut on panel to hide the shoulder seatbelt retractor attached underneath the panel. Arm rest detail is the same than 73.
If you remove the seatbelts on 74, you can fit an earlier rear panel.
Sail panels are diff too of course between earliers and laters, depending also if SE or not
seatbacks( on both bodies ):
not the same if buckets or bench or bench with folded arm rest or whatever. Those with bench but with backs still perserving the buckets shape are diff on inner attachment point.
first half 71 production are tottally diff bucket frame on hinge areas so diff panels too.
Nothing related really if is SE or not, is really with the seats setup
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Post by maxx1974 on Jul 27, 2008 20:35:53 GMT -5
Let me see now .....so the console is the same in the E-body as the 3rd. Gen B-body and the seat backs are the same too. If I am reading your post correctly.
The front seat that are a split bench bucket seat and has a different attachment point on the inside mounting point, so the seat backs on these are different.
SO....... there isn't really is not any difference between a bucket seat seat back from a regular 73\74 Dodge Charger and a 73\74 Dodge Charger SE. Mine is a 74 SE Brougham.
Glad you made it home safely, I followed your adventure through the web site looked like you had a great time.
I just picked up Rear panels and kick panels for my 74SE. They are better than I could have hoped for, they are black but will be dyed white. Thanks to JER I know what SEMS products to do just that.
Thanks ;D #DriveBurnout#
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2008 21:07:36 GMT -5
Let me see now .....so the console is the same in the E-body as the 3rd. Gen B-body and the seat backs are the same too. If I am reading your post correctly. The front seat that are a split bench bucket seat and has a different attachment point on the inside mounting point, so the seat backs on these are different. SO....... there isn't really is not any difference between a bucket seat seat back from a regular 73\74 Dodge Charger and a 73\74 Dodge Charger SE. Mine is a 74 SE Brougham. Glad you made it home safely, I followed your adventure through the web site looked like you had a great time. I just picked up Rear panels and kick panels for my 74SE. They are better than I could have hoped for, they are black but will be dyed white. Thanks to JER I know what SEMS products to do just that. Thanks ;D #DriveBurnout# Yes, our consoles are the same as an E-body. They are now being reproduced too. A 70 E body console is slightly different (no ash tray) Correct.... there is no difference in a the bucket seat backs you mentioned. SE, non SE, Brougham, none of that matters. All the 71.5 thru 74 B body bucket seat backs are the same. Early 71 b body seat backs utilize a separate hinge cover panel, the 71.5-74 style seat back extends lower and the hinge cover is no longer needed. Split benches have different backs.... I am stretching my E body knowledge here...  ...but I think E bodys stopped using seat backs on buckets after 72??? and were offered as "fully covered" |
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Post by maxx1974 on Jul 29, 2008 22:19:30 GMT -5
I'm on a serious learning curve here Tom, thanks for the confirmation about the interior parts. I'm just repeating Nachos info about it. So now I know for sure from people in the know. #2Thumbs# Will the front door panels interchange between all years as well? I have the opportunity to buy a pair from a 1971 for only $100.00 they are SWEET!  trying to get the cash together, since I just bought the rear panels and kick panels for $150.00 I thought It was a good deal.Seat backs will come later but now I know what to look for. #Scope# I believe you are correct Tom about the E-body seats being full covered after 1972. I would like a console. My car is a column shift. Don't really know if I should, I like the look of a console. However really do like having the arm rest\buddy seat. Tough choice since MA MOPAR has TWO equally good options to choose from. Dang it wish I could have ordered a 3rd. Gen when they were new! |
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Post by 714ger on Jul 29, 2008 22:31:52 GMT -5
Does that mean I can recover my seats with a post '72 E-body seat cover set and not use seat backs at all? I have been having problems finding a good set of seat backs and would have no problem omitting them.
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Post by Jer on Jul 30, 2008 3:32:49 GMT -5
Will the front door panels interchange between all years as well? Hey Maxx, Just be sure you understand that when Nacho says door panels are interchangeable between 71-73, that he's talking about the LOWER panels....the plastic parts. I am living proof that 73-74 upper door panels WILL NOT WORK on a 71-72....there's a height difference. Someone somewhere got around that--sort of--by just hanging the upper door panels and having them overlap the lower....no fasteners or clips along the bottom of the upper.... But that's a really hokie way of doing, in my humble opinion. (I have a set of 73 upper door panels I'll make you a wonderful deal on.... SE with the padded upper center section.... I'll even throw in a set of HELP brand generic door pulls, which don't look too bad until you can find a set of pulls)... THEY WOULD LOOK SOMETHING LIKE THIS: I think I posted these two pics of my panels (and Dan's dining room table) on your other door panel thread, but here they are anyway, and now that I'm back home, I can dig them (still in the shipping boxes) out for you. 73 UPPER PANEL pic 1: UPPER PANEL pic 2: PM me if you're interested and we'll talk price....which won't be much.... they're not doing me much good. Jer. |
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Post by Nacho-RT74 on Jul 30, 2008 9:28:10 GMT -5
Will the front door panels interchange between all years as well? Hey Maxx, Just be sure you understand that when Nacho says door panels are interchangeable between 71-73, that he's talking about the LOWER panels....the plastic parts.  well is a fact that the thread IS ABOUT PLASTIC PARTS... doesn't ? |
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Post by Jer on Jul 30, 2008 11:56:06 GMT -5
Hey Maxx, Just be sure you understand that when Nacho says door panels are interchangeable between 71-73, that he's talking about the LOWER panels....the plastic parts. well is a fact that the thread IS ABOUT PLASTIC PARTS... doesn't ? I apologize sir.....Do I know you?  Hey Nach, My Bride wants us to go back to Richard's house in North Carolina, and swing back through Atlanta and Shreveport... sometime in October..... Want to meet us in Rayville, Louisiana?  |
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...but I think E bodys stopped using seat backs on buckets after 72??? and were offered as "fully covered" 
trying to get the cash together, since I just bought the rear panels and kick panels for $150.00 I thought It was a good deal.Seat backs will come later but now I know what to look for. #Scope# I believe you are correct Tom about the E-body seats being full covered after 1972.
