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jkade · 05-11-2007, 09:20 AM

I am going to install on of porterbuilts C4 crossmembers in my blazer at some point. I am in the process of buying the C4 stuff as we speak. I pulled the springs out of the front and the tires are hitting the fenders and I was wondering what other people have done for clearence when aired out.
Thanks, Kade

BigTruckDriver · 05-11-2007, 12:50 PM

I have no pics but I have seen them with the fender well completely removed, some people trim around the tire only and keep the stock fender well. I have seen others with aftermarket fender wells installed , but personally I dont like those they look like some trailer fenders.

I am going to try to use my stock fender wells and with the tire in all positions up and down and turned both ways I will mark where the problem areas are. Then I am going to trim with a plasma cutter and I am sure most of the fender well will be gone. I am going to go to the junk yard and see if I can find some other fender well and then cut these to make mine completely enclosed. I would just cut it and leave it open but then you get road dirt and I also dont like the idea that maybe a crook can reach a hand up through there and cut the alarm or other wires.

camaro__thunder · 05-11-2007, 06:19 PM

I love my trailer fenders :m4: lol Although they are not done yet.

jkade · 05-13-2007, 08:15 PM

I see nothing wrong with the trailer fenders. Anyone else with pics???

Raguemoe · 05-14-2007, 01:11 AM

Some pics!

98L150 · 05-14-2007, 09:40 AM

here are some off of Steve's(Greens69) old project.
Thert e are a single trailer fender with a tandam trailer top peices weld to it to finish them off to the core supoort.

1LoC10 · 05-14-2007, 09:59 AM

Raguemoe what are the hood hinged from?

abadsvt · 05-15-2007, 10:49 AM

I second that question about the hood hinges! Nicely done setup

Josh

*Shane* · 05-15-2007, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 1LoC10

Raguemoe what are the hood hinged from?

Sache Rod Shop Hinges

1LoC10 · 05-15-2007, 09:44 PM

I meant the ones that Raguemoe posted, I know those ones on th blue truck... never seen those gold ones anywhere

*Shane* · 05-15-2007, 09:46 PM

my bad ...

BigTruckDriver · 05-15-2007, 10:48 PM

I think with a little work these would look nice as fender wells http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku Trailer fenders are for what?========================TRAILERS!

cajundragger · 05-15-2007, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BigTruckDriver

I think with a little work these would look nice as fender wells http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku Trailer fenders are for what?========================TRAILERS!

except you can get trailor fenders for 20 bucks for two with the fillers...they also dont have beads rolled in them for a smooth look.

BigTruckDriver · 05-15-2007, 11:15 PM

You would say something like that

Come on guy even if you dont use the fender wells, trailer fenders are still for trailers. You can do somethig better than a trailer fender, but hey this is my opinion.

Its heavy , and ugly IMO. If you only drove in a straight line it might be Ok

PBFAB.COM · 05-15-2007, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 1LoC10

I meant the ones that Raguemoe posted, I know those ones on th blue truck... never seen those gold ones anywhere

Raguemoe told me they are off a Mercedes.... I am not sure which model. Surely he will post it up.

SCOTI · 05-15-2007, 11:36 PM

I would rather have the smooth trailer fenders than the 'race car' style rear tubs in the engine compartment of my truck.

Actually, I wouldn't want those race style tubs in any car or truck I own (front or rear) . ...... unless of course I buy a race car.

pissonNOS · 05-15-2007, 11:40 PM

Ya I agree with the trailer fenders as well the ones with beads rolled in them remind me of a 45 gallion drum

Raguemoe · 05-16-2007, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1LoC10

Raguemoe what are the hood hinged from?

I was told they are Mercedes hinges (very strong).

Raguemoe · 05-16-2007, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

Raguemoe told me they are off a Mercedes.... I am not sure which model. Surely he will post it up.

Oops! Didn't read all posts. Not sure what model they came from. The guy that did the work no longer works at the shop. Maybe late 90's model, he also mentioned 300M hinges!

jjk3 · 05-16-2007, 10:09 PM

If you can pull some part numbers off of the hinges, then I can tell you what Mercedes they are from. They almost look like ML hinges (163 chassis), but I can't tell for sure. Nice setups. John

Raguemoe · 05-17-2007, 01:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjk3

If you can pull some part numbers off of the hinges, then I can tell you what Mercedes they are from. They almost look like ML hinges (163 chassis), but I can't tell for sure. Nice setups. John

Part Mercedes Benz# 208 750 03 28 Now I know why I've spent so much money on my truck-I'm using Mercedes parts!

jjk3 · 05-17-2007, 10:10 PM

I'll try and check on the part number and price tomorrow. 208 should be a CLK. You're not kidding about the Mercedes parts prices. Most people don't even know. John

BigTruckDriver · 05-17-2007, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I would rather have the smooth trailer fenders than the 'race car' style rear tubs in the engine compartment of my truck.

Actually, I wouldn't want those race style tubs in any car or truck I own (front or rear) . ...... unless of course I buy a race car.

No one said you had to use them, I was just trying to give you the idea of a enclosed wheel well. Rock on with your trailer fenders

Oh ya , the fenders from summit, You can get them with or with out ribbs, whatever feels more comfortable.

L0WRIDE · 05-18-2007, 12:10 AM

heres my trailer fenders. i no its the wrong model truck but the use of these trailer fenders rocks its a good easy solution

jjk3 · 05-18-2007, 09:40 AM

Driver's side (208 750 03 28) Passenger side (208 750 04 28) customer pay is $128.25 each plus tax. Fits 1998-2003 (or 2005 depending on coupe or cabrio) CLK 320, 430, 55. Hopefully this helps. John

05-11-2007, 09:20 AM	#1
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I am going to install on of porterbuilts C4 crossmembers in my blazer at some point. I am in the process of buying the C4 stuff as we speak. I pulled the springs out of the front and the tires are hitting the fenders and I was wondering what other people have done for clearence when aired out. Thanks, Kade

05-11-2007, 12:50 PM	#2
BigTruckDriver Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dallas Posts: 156	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I have no pics but I have seen them with the fender well completely removed, some people trim around the tire only and keep the stock fender well. I have seen others with aftermarket fender wells installed , but personally I dont like those they look like some trailer fenders. I am going to try to use my stock fender wells and with the tire in all positions up and down and turned both ways I will mark where the problem areas are. Then I am going to trim with a plasma cutter and I am sure most of the fender well will be gone. I am going to go to the junk yard and see if I can find some other fender well and then cut these to make mine completely enclosed. I would just cut it and leave it open but then you get road dirt and I also dont like the idea that maybe a crook can reach a hand up through there and cut the alarm or other wires.

05-11-2007, 06:19 PM	#3
camaro__thunder Epoxy Primer Friendly Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: South of Houston TEXXXAS Posts: 680	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I love my trailer fenders :m4: lol Although they are not done yet. __________________ My Project 69 SWB SHAVED BAGGED DOORED

05-13-2007, 08:15 PM	#4
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I see nothing wrong with the trailer fenders. Anyone else with pics???

05-14-2007, 01:11 AM	#5
Raguemoe Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Highland CA Posts: 742	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks Some pics! Attached Images

05-14-2007, 09:40 AM	#6
98L150 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Hockley, TX Posts: 657	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks here are some off of Steve's(Greens69) old project. Thert e are a single trailer fender with a tandam trailer top peices weld to it to finish them off to the core supoort. Attached Images __________________ 72 Suburban 64 Chevy short fleet 04 Chevy Colorado Sport Reg Cab 2012 Chevy Avalanche 2003 Chevy S10 Blazer Xtreme http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/RA_Jeff 64 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=295915

05-14-2007, 09:59 AM	#7
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks Raguemoe what are the hood hinged from? __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

05-15-2007, 10:49 AM	#8
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I second that question about the hood hinges! Nicely done setup Josh __________________ (Project truck) 1970 C10 under complete transformation My current build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212871 Other project: C5 corvette swap into 70 c10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post2413517 On Hold

05-15-2007, 09:44 PM	#10
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I meant the ones that Raguemoe posted, I know those ones on th blue truck... never seen those gold ones anywhere __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

05-15-2007, 09:46 PM	#11
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks my bad ...

05-15-2007, 10:48 PM	#12
BigTruckDriver Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dallas Posts: 156	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I think with a little work these would look nice as fender wells http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku Trailer fenders are for what?========================TRAILERS! Last edited by BigTruckDriver; 05-15-2007 at 10:55 PM.

05-15-2007, 11:15 PM	#14
BigTruckDriver Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dallas Posts: 156	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks You would say something like that Come on guy even if you dont use the fender wells, trailer fenders are still for trailers. You can do somethig better than a trailer fender, but hey this is my opinion. Its heavy , and ugly IMO. If you only drove in a straight line it might be Ok Last edited by BigTruckDriver; 05-15-2007 at 11:31 PM.

05-15-2007, 11:36 PM	#16
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I would rather have the smooth trailer fenders than the 'race car' style rear tubs in the engine compartment of my truck. Actually, I wouldn't want those race style tubs in any car or truck I own (front or rear) . ...... unless of course I buy a race car. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-15-2007, 11:40 PM	#17
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks Ya I agree with the trailer fenders as well the ones with beads rolled in them remind me of a 45 gallion drum __________________ 69 GMC bagged

05-16-2007, 10:09 PM	#20
jjk3 It's just a check engine lamp. Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 311	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks If you can pull some part numbers off of the hinges, then I can tell you what Mercedes they are from. They almost look like ML hinges (163 chassis), but I can't tell for sure. Nice setups. John __________________ Active Inliner---bigchevy66 68 SWB Stepside 250 L6/3 on the floor/ Hedman headers, HEI, MSD 6A box, K&N filter, Offy intake and Edelbrock 600cfm 4 barrel Soon to have: WC T-5 five speed 66 SWB Stepside-undergoing restoration



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05-17-2007, 10:10 PM	#22
jjk3 It's just a check engine lamp. Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 311	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks I'll try and check on the part number and price tomorrow. 208 should be a CLK. You're not kidding about the Mercedes parts prices. Most people don't even know. John __________________ Active Inliner---bigchevy66 68 SWB Stepside 250 L6/3 on the floor/ Hedman headers, HEI, MSD 6A box, K&N filter, Offy intake and Edelbrock 600cfm 4 barrel Soon to have: WC T-5 five speed 66 SWB Stepside-undergoing restoration

05-18-2007, 12:10 AM	#24
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks heres my trailer fenders. i no its the wrong model truck but the use of these trailer fenders rocks its a good easy solution Attached Images __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

05-18-2007, 09:40 AM	#25
jjk3 It's just a check engine lamp. Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 311	Re: Need underhood pics of bagged trucks Driver's side (208 750 03 28) Passenger side (208 750 04 28) customer pay is $128.25 each plus tax. Fits 1998-2003 (or 2005 depending on coupe or cabrio) CLK 320, 430, 55. Hopefully this helps. John __________________ Active Inliner---bigchevy66 68 SWB Stepside 250 L6/3 on the floor/ Hedman headers, HEI, MSD 6A box, K&N filter, Offy intake and Edelbrock 600cfm 4 barrel Soon to have: WC T-5 five speed 66 SWB Stepside-undergoing restoration

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