Repro parts-my experiences

[bobs409]

It seems all you ever hear about repro parts is bad. I have just done alot of work to my truck and used many repro parts and all worked wonderfully and thought I'd share my experiences with the rest of the class. Here's what I used for my '69 stepside and my rating:

Radiator support (Kingparts) This part was made excellent! It fit like a glove. The only problem was 2 battery tray bolts do not line up.

Inner fenders (local vendor) Fit was real good. No compaints other than made in Taiwan. Possibly a bit thinner than stock but once painted and undercoated, they had a better feel to them.

Front chrome bumper (local vendor) Very nice! Fit like it was always there. Nice finish too for $109 dollars. Wish I could buy Chevelle bumpers for this price!

Front grill surround (local vendor) For $300, finish could/should have been better. Quite a few fairly deep scratches that were never removed before the part was polished. Good for a driver but not a show truck. Fit was pretty good. With the stick on Chevrolet letters, it looks good.

Headlight bezels (Chevy Duty) No complaints. Even came with the screws!

Front bed panel (Chevy Duty) This part couldn't be made any better! It is thicker than stock, extremely well built and fit right in place.

Dash pad (local vendor) Perfect fit and finish. No complaints other than I paid too much. Should have shopped around. DOH!


Future parts will include a cheap-o plain tailgate and chrome rear bumper. I hope they work out like the above.

The manufacturers of Chevelle repro parts could learn a thing or two from the above.


Would like to hear from others on their experience with repro parts.