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energiesource · 09-03-2007, 05:51 PM

So the only two places I've really looked at for panels were scotts super trucks because its like an hour away, or lmctruck because i just happened to come across their catalogue, lmc's are made overseas, so i was wondering if there were any places that had good quality repro panels? and if anyone knows how high or low quality scotts are. thanks

PanelDeland · 09-03-2007, 07:50 PM

Almost all replacements are made over seas.Almost all are of the same quality since most are made in the same dies just labeled differently.The pricing on LMC parts is usually higher than our BB members,I don't know about Scott's.Being Canadian you may be paying a lot for bringing stuff in.There are reveiws on the board and a vendors list.Search thruogh them for a better deal and good service.You may want to consider a trip down if you need a lot of parts.

**Palf70Step** · 09-03-2007, 07:55 PM

Most are made by the same company or two, pretty much all overseas. Some are really cheap, some are good. Some will swear by getting an original piece and work from there. All require some work to get good fit. Most of the sheet metal I have seen from LMC has been from the not so good companies and I tend to avoid buying from them. The shipping (and I guess customs for you)are another factor to consider. I would check out the local place for panels or if you are doing mail order use one of the board vendors. They all are top notch people and sop far as I have seen tend to have quality materials.

Dnag my brain and fingers are to slow.

69ChevyLB · 09-03-2007, 10:13 PM

A US manufacturer is Tabco which sells factory direct. I don't know how the quality is. I don't see where they ship to Canada.

Ralph

09-03-2007, 05:51 PM	#1
energiesource Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edmonton, AB, CAN Posts: 346	Best quality replacement panels? So the only two places I've really looked at for panels were scotts super trucks because its like an hour away, or lmctruck because i just happened to come across their catalogue, lmc's are made overseas, so i was wondering if there were any places that had good quality repro panels? and if anyone knows how high or low quality scotts are. thanks

09-03-2007, 07:50 PM	#2
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Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,762	Re: Best quality replacement panels? Most are made by the same company or two, pretty much all overseas. Some are really cheap, some are good. Some will swear by getting an original piece and work from there. All require some work to get good fit. Most of the sheet metal I have seen from LMC has been from the not so good companies and I tend to avoid buying from them. The shipping (and I guess customs for you)are another factor to consider. I would check out the local place for panels or if you are doing mail order use one of the board vendors. They all are top notch people and sop far as I have seen tend to have quality materials. Dnag my brain and fingers are to slow. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 09-03-2007 at 07:56 PM.

09-03-2007, 10:13 PM	#4
69ChevyLB Active Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Canton, OH Posts: 249	Re: Best quality replacement panels? A US manufacturer is Tabco which sells factory direct. I don't know how the quality is. I don't see where they ship to Canada. Ralph __________________ 69 C10 LWB Project 47 Cushman Scooter Project It is better to have loved and lost than to live with a psycho all your life.



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