Inner right (passenger-side) wheelhouse for 1970-1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible. This direct-fit replacement wheelhouse restores structural integrity to the wheel well, protects the inner fender and trunk area from road debris and moisture, and helps prevent rust from spreading. Manufactured from heavy-gauge steel and finished for corrosion resistance, it delivers durable, long-lasting performance for restoration and collision repair projects while maintaining correct OEM contours for an accurate fit.
Features:
- Fits 1970-1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible — inner right (passenger-side) wheelhouse.
- Heavy-gauge steel construction for strength and long-term durability.
- Engineered to match OEM contours for correct fit and alignment.
- Corrosion-resistant finish to slow rust and simplify preparation for paint.
- Restores structural support to the wheel well and helps prevent moisture intrusion.
- Ideal for restorations and repairs; designed for welding and seam-sealing.
- Requires basic bodywork and finishing for a factory-quality restoration.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 3/5
- Estimated time: 2-4 hours (typical, varies with experience and prep work)
Instructions:
- Prepare workspace and ensure vehicle is safely supported and battery disconnected.
- Remove trim, wheel, and any components blocking access to the inner wheelhouse.
- Cut away the damaged or rusted section of the existing inner wheelhouse, preserving any good metal for reference.
- Clean and prep mating surfaces; remove rust, paint, and debris to bare metal where welds will be made.
- Test-fit the replacement wheelhouse, trimming edges as required for precise alignment with surrounding panels.
- Clamp the panel in place and tack weld at multiple points to verify fit before completing welds.
- Complete welds (plug or stitch welds as appropriate), grind welds smooth, and use a hammer/dolly to correct any distortion.
- Apply seam sealer to all joints, coat bare metal with rust inhibitor/primer, and finish with primer and paint to match the vehicle.
- Reinstall removed components, verify fit and clearances, and perform a final inspection for seal integrity and finish.
Vehicle Fitment:
The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
| Make |
Model |
Years |
| Buick |
GS |
1970 - 1972 |
| Buick |
Skylark |
1968 - 1972 |
| Buick |
Special |
1968 - 1969 |
| Chevrolet |
Chevelle |
1968 - 1972 |
| Chevrolet |
Monte Carlo |
1970 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
442 |
1968 - 1971 |
| Oldsmobile |
Cutlass Supreme |
1968 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
Cutlass |
1968 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
GTO |
1968 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
LeMans |
1968 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
Tempest |
1968 - 1970 |
