Sectioning an aftermarket fender to fit? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

lyrikz · 02-01-2016, 06:48 PM

I saw a post on here where a guy was fitting aftermarket fenders, and one of the fenders he had to cut a line in and add about 1/4 of metal or so. I think it was roccrawlin that had that post. Im looking to see if i want to go this way or just sell the fenders and get a factory fender.
My only issue is i dont want to sell this problem to someone else and i dont mind doing metal work.

Anyone know what im referring to? It was the front of the fender and he was trying to get the hood and fender gap perfect.

**Grumpy old man** · 02-01-2016, 09:11 PM

if you extend the fender you have to extend the inner fender .Thru creative body alignment you should be able to make it fit just fine .

lyrikz · 02-02-2016, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

if you extend the fender you have to extend the inner fender .Thru creative body alignment you should be able to make it fit just fine .

I trimmed a bit of the front grill on both sides, and added a small lip on the aftermarket fender. Fits great now. Just crazy how off they are, but what do you expect.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 02-02-2016, 05:27 PM

IIRC, I think Kevin was modifying his 1970 fenders to better match up with a 1968 hood is why he had to cut the fender. Not sure though.

**Grumpy old man** · 02-02-2016, 08:23 PM

it's only metal until you drive it down the road , Then it's a truck .

02-01-2016, 06:48 PM	#1
lyrikz PITbut Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: monroe washington Posts: 3,052	Sectioning an aftermarket fender to fit? I saw a post on here where a guy was fitting aftermarket fenders, and one of the fenders he had to cut a line in and add about 1/4 of metal or so. I think it was roccrawlin that had that post. Im looking to see if i want to go this way or just sell the fenders and get a factory fender. My only issue is i dont want to sell this problem to someone else and i dont mind doing metal work. Anyone know what im referring to? It was the front of the fender and he was trying to get the hood and fender gap perfect. __________________ New project. 1971 Twin Turbo blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=676047 My new YOUTUBE channel.. Videos of my truck and a current walk around. Lyrikz74 Youtube channel *DONE! SOLD!* My 1971 stepside build thread My Build Thread UPDATED 6/11. DONE and sold.

02-01-2016, 09:11 PM	#2
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Sectioning an aftermarket fender to fit? if you extend the fender you have to extend the inner fender .Thru creative body alignment you should be able to make it fit just fine .

02-02-2016, 05:27 PM	#4
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,355	Re: Sectioning an aftermarket fender to fit? IIRC, I think Kevin was modifying his 1970 fenders to better match up with a 1968 hood is why he had to cut the fender. Not sure though. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

02-02-2016, 08:23 PM	#5
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Sectioning an aftermarket fender to fit? it's only metal until you drive it down the road , Then it's a truck .



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