71-72 outer grille question
 

I see they make a repro and a GM. Which one do people usually use, and why? Also, what is the difference between the two? The repro is substantially less money than the GM one, so I assume the difference is quite huge. Thanks!

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Most of the time it is a budget issue. The GM ones are usually better quality. All of the aftermarket ones are made overseas. If you are willing to pay more then go for the GM.

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when I replaced mine i got a repro and didnt have any issues with fit or finish, but I think i read someplace that 71's had a black stripe around the outside of the grill, all the repros that I have seen dont have that are are the 72 style. I dont know how true the black stripe is but my 71 had it on the grill i replaced.

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My truck is a 72, so no black stripe here. A repro is looking pretty good right now at half the price though.

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heres mine, made by goodmark, its the triple nickle chrome model, too bad my bumper isn't on straight in this pic

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You should talk to Frank at Frank's pick-m up's. I remeber him saying he willnot even sell them because the fitment is soo bad, remember the sting of a bad purchase lingers long after the sweetness of a good deal.

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I bought mine through Brothers (original GM) when they were on sale, and I have heard about fit and finish problems with some of the after market products. Good luck.:metal:

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Nothing better than GM parts!!!!!!!!;)

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`71 had black accent,`72 didn`t.A minor difference most are unaware of.

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Blue85, that looks great! Being chrome, does that mean its steel (I've seen steel chrome ones, but never aluminum). Also, who did you buy it through? Thanks!

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Heres a guy selling a new repop on the 67-72 parst board, might save a few bucks:

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=227451

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I bought GM just because I have had so many bad experiences with aftermarket parts. The vendor I purchased from told me they hadn't been having any problems with the repros but that was some time ago.

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there all steel, bought it from Scotts Super Trucks in Penhold, can't remember exactly what i paid though

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I bought an Aftermarket one and had to "can" it and buy the GM one. Even the GM one needed trimming where it fits to the front fenders. But then I have Tri Plus aftermarkets fron t fenders too.

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My 71 that was all original didnt,I have seen 72s that had em:confused:
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I've gotta make a Scott's order anyways, so I think I'll go for the chrome steel. A little brighter than aluminum, and tougher too. Thanks guys!

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Muddpile, I just listed a brand new aftermarket one in the parts for sale section.

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mudpile, call Rory at Super Service Truck Parts in Edmonton (st albert), His prices are usually the best 780 460-8435. He works out of his house and is top notch.