Rusted Drip Rails

[Minkota]

I have a 67 and the drip rails are pretty rusted. how difficult is it to replace them? I have done a search and there is not alot specifically about replacing the drip rails, mostly just shaving them.

If I do shave them I have seen where some people have left a small lip and others have shaved completely off, which is the better option?

[Palf70Step]

I did a section of mine (starts at post 54)
https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=825127&page=3

Took a lot of sanding, spot weld cutting, and chiseling to remove the bad section. The parts are available, so I got one (at the time I found the last one in the states for above drivers door) (Used American Metal Direct). I have heard some folks have issues with the replacement pieces not being long enough, but I cut the new piece and only used what I needed. I used a 3m bonding adhesive rather than welding since it wasn't super structural and I didn't want to chance warping it. I did one small tack weld to join the 2 sections and JB Welded the seam. Mine was above the door, but I imagine it can be done that way across the windshield area also. Make sure you use a good seam sealer afterwards. To keep the water from getting in again.

[Minkota]

great, thanks for the post with pics. it helps alot.