Leave the rain gutters or shave them!?

[JRouche]

I think with the smooth glass the smooth rails would fit just perfect. JR

[deuce_454]

i think it will "date" the build...

its a 69 camaro.. they had driprails...

shaving them falls in the "lambo door" category imho

also if you plan to drive it its not practical .. and when i look at a car with rails shaved and all seams filled.. i cant help but think the owner is covering rust and just going overboard with bondo...

[speedshftr]

i prefer the look myself.cleans up the side of the car.im building a custom car not a stock resto.id love both but this time around its a custom car.it will never be in the rain unless by accident.if it dates the car thats fine cause im getting dated looking too/lol
remember its your car do what makes you happy

[GPR]

I have not seen it on a Camaro but have done it on three Mustangs including my own and mine had no rust. I would do it.

[DAREDVL]

Originally Posted by deuce_454

i think it will "date" the build...

its a 69 camaro.. they had driprails...

shaving them falls in the "lambo door" category imho

also if you plan to drive it its not practical .. and when i look at a car with rails shaved and all seams filled.. i cant help but think the owner is covering rust and just going overboard with bondo...

I would not say shaving driprails falls into the "lambo door" category, but to each their own.

[Northeast Rod Run]

Originally Posted by DAREDVL

I would not say shaving driprails falls into the "lambo door" category, but to each their own.

I have to agree. I did mine over 10 years ago now, and lots of people are just starting to do this now, so I don't see how the car would be dated if the OP decided to go that route.

mine are completely gone. I didn't even leave any remnants of the edge, like some people do. it does suck with the rain though, but it's a small price to pay for a cool look

I wish I could post some pics of my car, but i'm in work so I can't do that

[1955LSX]

Thanks for all the input, this is clearly personal perference as it seems everyone has their own ideas on the subject. I'm leaning towards a cleaner shaved look as of right now, would still love to see a pic of a finished car though..

[rjsjea]

g forde did it on this car....

http://www.gforcedesignconcepts.com/...vious07?page=1

[3_z28camaro]

I am also considering doing this modification to my 1969 Camaro and I have looked at all the information here and on pro-touring.com. I was still curious how some of you have removed the bump that is left under the drip rail, do you re-contour it with filler?

1969 SS if you could post some pictures when you have a chance that would be great. Thanks.

[214Chevy]

Not to sound harsh, but that's why I don't ask opinionated questions. Because, that is exactly what you will get...everyone's opinion. Now, I do understand this is a forum and us guys like to have fun and so forth. But, it's your car. Me personally, I'm doing exactly what you are doing on my Chevelle...shaving the drip rails and flush mounting the front and rear glass. I like it and that's all that matters. I'm more of a custom guy anyway. Either way will look good. It's evident that you want to do it. So go ahead.

Originally Posted by 1955LSX

Thanks for all the input, this is clearly personal perference as it seems everyone has their own ideas on the subject. I'm leaning towards a cleaner shaved look as of right now, would still love to see a pic of a finished car though..