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Originally Posted by MARTINSR
Though I have NEVER, EVER seen a reproduction sheetmetal part that was better.
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Almost every repop made now (between 2005 and now) is better than the OEM for 47-59. with a few exceptions. You just have to know the difference between a rust panel, a crash panel and a reproduction replacement panel. If you use a rust panel as a replacement panel they fit like junk. Rust panels go over an existing panel. Some rocker & steps are made that way still and some corners are made that way.
An example is the two half's of a floor pan are rust panels and take a lot of work to get in place and fitted. A complete floor is a reproduction replacement panel and fits like a glove. You can replace a complete floor in the same time as two half panel and the front cab mounts and its a better finished product
When is the last time you actually purchased a door or large panel? If your referencing the 80's and 90's then I agree with you but most all are on new tooling.
Of course you do have to take into consideration it may be your truck that's bent or tweaked and that may be why it doesn't fit.