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jugernot · 10-14-2003, 12:50 AM

Has anyone used any of the many reproduction fenders? Please tell me you thoughts about them. I am not sure if I want to use the reproduction fenders or continue searching for a good original pair. Thanks

72MARIO · 10-14-2003, 12:50 PM

Keep Looking.

I wish I did.

krue · 10-14-2003, 12:56 PM

I have no personal experience but I saw a 71 with a repop front cap and it looked pretty good. The owner said he didn't have much trouble with the pieces.

ratrod67 · 10-14-2003, 01:41 PM

From what I understand if you use repop parts use the complete clip. When you start mixing repop and GM parts you will have some problems. Usually you can get pretty close but I've also heard of people having to cut off mounting tabs to get the repop parts right. I've heard Goodmark parts are pretty good quality. I have Goodmark fenders on my 67.

jugernot · 10-14-2003, 03:21 PM

Ratrod67,

If I did buy reproduction fenders I am going to guy Goodmark. But I have the origanil GM 67/68 grill, radiator support and one inner fender well. Do you think this will fit together?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 10-14-2003, 03:53 PM

Goodmark fenders are nice, however they do not have the new zink coated fenders that we offer. These are made from new tooling, so the fit is better and you don't see the wrinkling that is preasent on some of the older fenders. We have used them with origanal GM parts and haven't had a problem. I wouldn't go back to the Goodmark fenders because of this. They just plain fit better and look better. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

jugernot · 10-14-2003, 03:58 PM

Wes

Thanks for the info. How much would shipping be to California 94531? Thanks.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 10-14-2003, 04:19 PM

Shipping is about $25.00 per fender. They are large and ship oversize. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

jugernot · 10-14-2003, 04:21 PM

Wes

Thanks for the info. Cash is a little tight right now, I will get back with you in about a month or so. Thanks

**Classic Heartbeat** · 10-14-2003, 04:22 PM

No problem, just let me know when you are ready. WES

jugernot · 10-14-2003, 04:30 PM

Are the fenders you offer the same gauge steel as originals?

Thanks

ratrod67 · 10-14-2003, 04:36 PM

I have all GM parts except the fenders. I'm pretty happy with the fit. The hardest thing for me was adjusting the spot in the upper fender where the bowed section lines up with the door. My door to fender gaps are about perfect but the bow is a little off. I'm sure if I spent more time it will line up better but it's good enough for primer.

mikej71 · 10-16-2003, 10:20 AM

I'd be willing to try the new zinc fenders, but the Goodmark repops that I put on mine don't fit well at all. The bowed part that ratrod67 mentioned looks bad, and my grill has a huge gap on both sides. The zinc ones were just coming on the market when I bought these - so much for a good deal!

Mike

**Classic Heartbeat** · 10-16-2003, 11:46 AM

Our fenders are made from 1.2ml steel. The original GM fenders are 1ml. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

Blue Beard · 10-19-2003, 10:46 AM

mikej71

If you are having problems with the goodmark items, contact them.

I have a radiator core support that had a problem. Contacted them, they looked into it and found a production problem.

They shipped me a new one at no cost, not even a shipping charge.

They like to know of problems, bad for business.

*rage'nrat638* · 10-19-2003, 10:55 AM

church has them on sale now....99.99
http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/sheetmetal.htm

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 10-19-2003, 05:33 PM

jugernot

You need to get a hold of Jerry Moss. He lives close to us and most likely has or can get some Originals. Tell him I sent you , no wait he'll throw you out, Just kiding. Jerry is a great guy who is always willing to help anyone who has a 67-72 truck

Steve
1970 CST Short Wide

jugernot · 10-20-2003, 02:37 AM

Thanks everyone....This is way I enjoy logging onto this board, the help, advise and information is great.

mikej71 · 10-20-2003, 11:02 AM

Blue Beard - thanks for the info. I'll contact them and see what they say. I purchased the fenders from a vendor local to me, but I haven't even contacted them to see if they will do anything.

Blue Beard · 10-20-2003, 07:24 PM

Mikej71,

I purchased mine locally as well.

I talked with them, and they were the ones that suggest contacting Goodmark.

Keep us posted on how things go.

10-14-2003, 12:50 AM	#1
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Reproduction Fenders Has anyone used any of the many reproduction fenders? Please tell me you thoughts about them. I am not sure if I want to use the reproduction fenders or continue searching for a good original pair. Thanks

10-14-2003, 12:50 PM	#2
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	Keep Looking. I wish I did. __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

10-14-2003, 12:56 PM	#3
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	I have no personal experience but I saw a 71 with a repop front cap and it looked pretty good. The owner said he didn't have much trouble with the pieces. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

10-14-2003, 03:21 PM	#5
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Ratrod67 Ratrod67, If I did buy reproduction fenders I am going to guy Goodmark. But I have the origanil GM 67/68 grill, radiator support and one inner fender well. Do you think this will fit together?

10-14-2003, 03:53 PM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Goodmark fenders are nice, however they do not have the new zink coated fenders that we offer. These are made from new tooling, so the fit is better and you don't see the wrinkling that is preasent on some of the older fenders. We have used them with origanal GM parts and haven't had a problem. I wouldn't go back to the Goodmark fenders because of this. They just plain fit better and look better. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

10-14-2003, 01:41 PM	#4
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,270	From what I understand if you use repop parts use the complete clip. When you start mixing repop and GM parts you will have some problems. Usually you can get pretty close but I've also heard of people having to cut off mounting tabs to get the repop parts right. I've heard Goodmark parts are pretty good quality. I have Goodmark fenders on my 67.

10-14-2003, 03:58 PM	#7
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Wes Wes Thanks for the info. How much would shipping be to California 94531? Thanks.

10-14-2003, 04:19 PM	#8
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Shipping is about $25.00 per fender. They are large and ship oversize. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

10-14-2003, 04:21 PM	#9
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Wes Wes Thanks for the info. Cash is a little tight right now, I will get back with you in about a month or so. Thanks

10-14-2003, 04:22 PM	#10
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	No problem, just let me know when you are ready. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

10-14-2003, 04:30 PM	#11
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Wes Are the fenders you offer the same gauge steel as originals? Thanks

10-14-2003, 04:36 PM	#12
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,270	I have all GM parts except the fenders. I'm pretty happy with the fit. The hardest thing for me was adjusting the spot in the upper fender where the bowed section lines up with the door. My door to fender gaps are about perfect but the bow is a little off. I'm sure if I spent more time it will line up better but it's good enough for primer.

10-16-2003, 10:20 AM	#13
mikej71 Unregistered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston, TX USA Posts: 538	I'd be willing to try the new zinc fenders, but the Goodmark repops that I put on mine don't fit well at all. The bowed part that ratrod67 mentioned looks bad, and my grill has a huge gap on both sides. The zinc ones were just coming on the market when I bought these - so much for a good deal! Mike __________________ 71 SWB Stepside SB400/TH350

10-16-2003, 11:46 AM	#14
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Our fenders are made from 1.2ml steel. The original GM fenders are 1ml. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

10-19-2003, 10:46 AM	#15
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	mikej71 If you are having problems with the goodmark items, contact them. I have a radiator core support that had a problem. Contacted them, they looked into it and found a production problem. They shipped me a new one at no cost, not even a shipping charge. They like to know of problems, bad for business. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo



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10-19-2003, 10:55 AM	#16
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	church has them on sale now....99.99 http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/sheetmetal.htm

10-19-2003, 05:33 PM	#17
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,095	jugernot You need to get a hold of Jerry Moss. He lives close to us and most likely has or can get some Originals. Tell him I sent you , no wait he'll throw you out, Just kiding. Jerry is a great guy who is always willing to help anyone who has a 67-72 truck Steve 1970 CST Short Wide __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

10-20-2003, 02:37 AM	#18
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Thanks everyone....This is way I enjoy logging onto this board, the help, advise and information is great.

10-20-2003, 11:02 AM	#19
mikej71 Unregistered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston, TX USA Posts: 538	Blue Beard - thanks for the info. I'll contact them and see what they say. I purchased the fenders from a vendor local to me, but I haven't even contacted them to see if they will do anything. __________________ 71 SWB Stepside SB400/TH350

10-20-2003, 07:24 PM	#20
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Mikej71, I purchased mine locally as well. I talked with them, and they were the ones that suggest contacting Goodmark. Keep us posted on how things go. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

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