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luckydog · 12-14-2004, 10:14 PM

I know, I know, it's been discussed thousands of times, but all it's done is confuse me. I am absolutely 50/50 on this decision. Take chances with reproduction fenders, or spend time/money fixing originals?

**Green Machine** · 12-14-2004, 10:23 PM

im 50/50 also should you spend money fixing a orginal or by the time you have put money into the orginal you could have bought a new one???

luckydog · 12-14-2004, 10:41 PM

My thoughts exacltly. I will get you the poll results...

*Gee_Emm* · 12-14-2004, 10:41 PM

Theres nothing like the original stuff, at least you know what you are getting.

junkyardjohn · 12-14-2004, 10:48 PM

GEEZE .. HAVEN'T WE DISCUSSED THIS ABOUT 632 TIMES?????

JOHN

kingsolver72 · 12-14-2004, 10:54 PM

Actually luckydog said"thousands of times.

*Randy70C-10* · 12-14-2004, 10:54 PM

I used to swear by originals but if you're on the east coast you get tired of the rust coming back through. My re-pops (front and back) are perfect and fit perfect.

luckydog · 12-14-2004, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by junkyardjohn

GEEZE .. HAVEN'T WE DISCUSSED THIS ABOUT 632 TIMES?????

JOHN

Thats why I did the poll. Sorry, some people are just slower than others.

I posted this not even an hour ago, and I already have heard from both sides of the spectrum. How do I know who to believe.

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 12-14-2004, 11:12 PM

I voted originals but it depends on the shape of the fenders. If it's got rust holes all in it I'd go for repros if I could afford it. If not, just grind/cut out the bad spots and weld new metal in, which is what I'm going to do with mine.

kingsolver72 · 12-14-2004, 11:12 PM

It probably comes down to what you feel comfortable with.If you still can't decide,flip a coin.It looks like your avatar has a repro hood.

chevybill · 12-14-2004, 11:27 PM

It just does not make sense not to use a quality reproduction item, especially when it is cheaper in the long run to use repop items.

These trucks are not rare or special, they are an expression of the owners automotive opinions. Originality is not an issue with the majority of our trucks. Now in another 10-15 years a low mileage cst might be deserving of using original or nos body parts similar to say restoring a 1950's cameo truck.

Also quality body parts further add to the argument for using repops. I also own a corvette that is a driver and enjoyed car. Some of the vette guys are restoring these late 70's corvettes down to water clamps and stickers. Their cars will never be what the stingrays from 60's are as far as collectible status and highly sought after.

But, when all is said to get back on subject, the budget is what determines this decision most of the time.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 12-15-2004, 08:39 AM

Why in your poll it says goodmark? when it should say Tri Plus, Tri Plus makes the fenders and other 67-72 sheetmetal parts not goodmark.

jamis · 12-15-2004, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Randy70C-10

I used to swear by originals but if you're on the east coast you get tired of the rust coming back through. My re-pops (front and back) are perfect and fit perfect.

Randy said it best

Deuce · 12-15-2004, 11:30 AM

For the time and money.............Repops. Bye Bye RUST!!

*Randy70C-10* · 12-15-2004, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by luckydog

I posted this not even an hour ago, and I already have heard from both sides of the spectrum. How do I know who to believe.

That's why I posted pics, don't you believe the pics

spencra · 12-15-2004, 11:44 AM

I say that if you have the tools, resources and time, definately fix the originals. Replacement panels are usually really cheap as opposed to buying, say, a whole fender or something. Some of these guys can attest that there are some companies that make really good replacement panels and some just don't.
It's all a matter of preference. Either way the truck looks pretty in the end

spencra · 12-15-2004, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Randy70C-10

That's why I posted pics, don't you believe the pics

Oh yeah, and listen to Randy. That truck looks straight as an arrow with repops.

*Randy70C-10* · 12-15-2004, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by spencra

there are some companies that make really good replacement panels and some just don't

I should have mentioned, I can't remember who manufactured them but the front fenders are from GMCPauls and the back ones are from Atheys (pickupman).

*Randy70C-10* · 12-15-2004, 12:00 PM

Hmmmmm, I just took a look at the polls, I wonder how many of those "fix the originals" guys are West coasters?

HuggerCST · 12-15-2004, 12:17 PM

If I could find rust free originals, I would go that route. I bought repops for mine, and one fits good, and the other doesn't. But, they aren't tri-plus either, and I've heard many times that they are the best.

demi · 12-15-2004, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy70C-10

Hmmmmm, I just took a look at the polls, I wonder how many of those "fix the originals" guys are West coasters?

I am

spencra · 12-15-2004, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by HuggerCST

If I could find rust free originals, I would go that route. I bought repops for mine, and one fits good, and the other doesn't. But, they aren't tri-plus either, and I've heard many times that they are the best.

I heard that Tri-Plus is really good too. I have Tri-plus rockers That I am waiting to put on my truck, they look really good (straight) and solid. I'll find out in the spring how good they really are.

spencra · 12-15-2004, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Randy70C-10

Hmmmmm, I just took a look at the polls, I wonder how many of those "fix the originals" guys are West coasters?

I chose the originals myself Randy, but I have yet to put painstaking hours into body work.

To be concluded this spring......

demi · 12-15-2004, 12:55 PM

I forgot to mention that on this here truck there is both a tri-plus door and a fender.

The mentality out here is that if there is a small spot of rust on anything its a rust bucket and its not worth it to fix it. Oh, I am originally from Pennsy, so I know what true rust is all about.

Buy the Tri-plus.

smokekiki · 12-15-2004, 01:01 PM

I have found that You spend as much time trying to get originals to line up as You do repops.There are a lot of varibles in a 30 year old truck.I used tri plus fenders and core support.I didn't run into any problems.

View Poll Results: Repops or Originals?
Reproduction Fenders (Goodmark)	26	47.27%
Fix the Originals.	29	52.73%
Voters: 55. You may not vote on this poll

12-14-2004, 10:14 PM	#1
luckydog < Fav Place on Earth! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: South West Michigan Posts: 307	Repops or Originals I know, I know, it's been discussed thousands of times, but all it's done is confuse me. I am absolutely 50/50 on this decision. Take chances with reproduction fenders, or spend time/money fixing originals? __________________ Horsepower is how FAST you hit the wall, torque is how HARD Last edited by luckydog; 12-14-2004 at 10:17 PM.

12-14-2004, 10:41 PM	#3
luckydog < Fav Place on Earth! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: South West Michigan Posts: 307	My thoughts exacltly. I will get you the poll results... __________________ Horsepower is how FAST you hit the wall, torque is how HARD

12-14-2004, 10:48 PM	#5
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	GEEZE .. HAVEN'T WE DISCUSSED THIS ABOUT 632 TIMES????? JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

12-14-2004, 11:12 PM	#9
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	I voted originals but it depends on the shape of the fenders. If it's got rust holes all in it I'd go for repros if I could afford it. If not, just grind/cut out the bad spots and weld new metal in, which is what I'm going to do with mine. __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

12-14-2004, 10:23 PM	#2
Green Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Estherville, Iowa Posts: 3,371	im 50/50 also should you spend money fixing a orginal or by the time you have put money into the orginal you could have bought a new one???

12-14-2004, 10:41 PM	#4
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	Theres nothing like the original stuff, at least you know what you are getting.

12-14-2004, 10:54 PM	#6
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,208	Actually luckydog said"thousands of times.

12-14-2004, 10:54 PM	#7
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I used to swear by originals but if you're on the east coast you get tired of the rust coming back through. My re-pops (front and back) are perfect and fit perfect.

12-14-2004, 11:27 PM	#11
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	it comes down to the budget and what you are willing to live with. It just does not make sense not to use a quality reproduction item, especially when it is cheaper in the long run to use repop items. These trucks are not rare or special, they are an expression of the owners automotive opinions. Originality is not an issue with the majority of our trucks. Now in another 10-15 years a low mileage cst might be deserving of using original or nos body parts similar to say restoring a 1950's cameo truck. Also quality body parts further add to the argument for using repops. I also own a corvette that is a driver and enjoyed car. Some of the vette guys are restoring these late 70's corvettes down to water clamps and stickers. Their cars will never be what the stingrays from 60's are as far as collectible status and highly sought after. But, when all is said to get back on subject, the budget is what determines this decision most of the time. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

12-15-2004, 08:39 AM	#12
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	Why in your poll it says goodmark? when it should say Tri Plus, Tri Plus makes the fenders and other 67-72 sheetmetal parts not goodmark. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

12-15-2004, 11:30 AM	#14
Deuce Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Calgary, Alberta,Canada Posts: 1,595	For the time and money.............Repops. Bye Bye RUST!! __________________ I know what your thinking.......I have ESPN. Sometimes it's easier to do things the hard way. Fesler Built 1968 Chevy C10....Must resist the urge to mess with it!!

12-15-2004, 11:44 AM	#16
spencra This, is my BOOMSTICK! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Berlin, CT Posts: 1,310	I say that if you have the tools, resources and time, definately fix the originals. Replacement panels are usually really cheap as opposed to buying, say, a whole fender or something. Some of these guys can attest that there are some companies that make really good replacement panels and some just don't. It's all a matter of preference. Either way the truck looks pretty in the end __________________ Larry Got rid of my projects for now. 1980 Jeep CJ7 1998 Nissan Sentra (my car) 2001 Toyota Sienna (wife's, of course)

12-15-2004, 12:00 PM	#19
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Hmmmmm, I just took a look at the polls, I wonder how many of those "fix the originals" guys are West coasters?

12-15-2004, 12:17 PM	#20
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	If I could find rust free originals, I would go that route. I bought repops for mine, and one fits good, and the other doesn't. But, they aren't tri-plus either, and I've heard many times that they are the best. __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com



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12-15-2004, 12:55 PM	#24
demi Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 305	I forgot to mention that on this here truck there is both a tri-plus door and a fender. The mentality out here is that if there is a small spot of rust on anything its a rust bucket and its not worth it to fix it. Oh, I am originally from Pennsy, so I know what true rust is all about. Buy the Tri-plus.

12-15-2004, 01:01 PM	#25
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	I have found that You spend as much time trying to get originals to line up as You do repops.There are a lot of varibles in a 30 year old truck.I used tri plus fenders and core support.I didn't run into any problems. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

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