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06-05-2023, 09:32 AM
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Aftermarket Core Support
After I wrecked my truck last year I've been collecting parts. I managed to find everything OEM except a decent core support that wasn't rusted out on the bottom.
Since I have to cut a couple of 5" holes in mine for intercooler piping, I'm not super set on getting an OEM one. I just don't want a piece of junk. Has anyone bought an aftermarket core support recently? Where did you buy it and what was your experience like? My truck is not a show truck. I just don't want something noticeably thinner than the factory one.
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06-05-2023, 10:18 AM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
I assume this is for your 1970 in your sig.
I had one I used on my 70 and it fit well in 2015, maybe a bit of grinding was needed to get the fenders where I wanted but it wasn't more work than using one from another truck. I got one for my 67 this year and am very pleased, just have to approach it as it possibly needing mild modification, but it fits better than most aftermarket metal Ive used.
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06-05-2023, 12:41 PM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
You should call Jason at Green's Restoration in Cameron TX and see what he has. Might have a used one and probably has a new Key Parts replacement.
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06-05-2023, 12:51 PM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
I got one from lmc for $200. Fitment was great.
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06-05-2023, 10:37 PM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
Thanks all. I'm going to try my luck with an aftermarket one.
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-- Josh Instagram: @americanmusc1e OLD SKOOL-- 1970 C10. 454/Th400/3.07 posi Build Thread FARM TRUCK----1949 Chevrolet 3800 Power Wagon Hauler Build Thread 1999 4wd OBS Tahoe - daily. DM me if you can't see photos i posted |
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06-05-2023, 10:54 PM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
I used 1" x 1" x 1/8" L angle iron and re-framed it in where it was rusted out.
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06-05-2023, 11:39 PM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
Let's not pretend that there are many makers of Asian parts.
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06-06-2023, 12:14 AM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
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06-06-2023, 03:11 AM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
I have used Tri-plus brand and had good luck.
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06-06-2023, 09:05 AM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
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On the topic I bought a replacement support from Classic Parts for my 68 and the fit was excellent.
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06-06-2023, 09:37 AM
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Re: Aftermarket Core Support
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I would do that, but I'd have to buy a used one and then do that because mine is quite bent. Was going less than 30mph but slid over the stripe on a corner in the rain and caught a utility trailer going the other direction square in my left headlight.  
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