91 front end conversion - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

spr85gmc · 06-12-2008, 05:33 PM

hey guys long time no see. i got a question is 200-250.00 too much to pay for a 91 front end in good condition core support and all? i was searching craigslist and found it by mistake the guy had like 5 of them so i have to jump on this if its a good deal just need some re assurance.

gchemist · 06-12-2008, 10:40 PM

Check my web page. I paid over $600 for parts. Check the parts carefully. Check for rust. You will need a few additional parts for the conversion.

kainzien · 06-13-2008, 01:22 AM

Sounds like a good deal to me..

D13 · 06-13-2008, 08:09 AM

I paid 150 but there is some rust on the support and the grille has a screw hole cracked.

moneyeater · 06-13-2008, 01:03 PM

Thats a good price i think if there are all the parts you need,especially a good coresupport!That should take out a lot of guesswork!
I fabbed my face in the original ´81 coresupport because the one i got was a mess!
That was some good experience!

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seanconnery · 06-13-2008, 02:24 PM

Why not check the truck magazines like Truckin or Streettrucks? i don't know which ones off the top of my head without having an issue in front of me, but theres a few companies that advertise a complete 1991 front end upgrade with NEW EVERYTHING! Headlights, bezels, grille, fenders, core support, hardware, everything. Their the same companies that sell the caddy escalade front end conversions. And I think the price is something like $500. Just a thought...

seanconnery · 06-13-2008, 02:29 PM

MONEYEATER - How come you didn't slap a GMC on the grille in lieu of the bowtie? You've got an 81 GMC, as do I. I'd like to do the 91 conversion, but I'd throw a GMC on there. Just asking.

spr85gmc · 06-13-2008, 04:15 PM

its a good drive from my house to check out this part, heading out there tonight hopefully i will get it for $200 and also vent windows for 60.00.

moneyeater · 06-15-2008, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by seanconnery

MONEYEATER - How come you didn't slap a GMC on the grille in lieu of the bowtie? You've got an 81 GMC, as do I. I'd like to do the 91 conversion, but I'd throw a GMC on there. Just asking.

Yes i have a GMC but i like the chevy grille better and that was the only one i could get! I think i´ll try to smooth it out and shave the emblem!

It still has the GMC tailgate but i think there are not really any differences,right?Both have chevy engines and the original 350 diesel was a pain in the back!

@ spr85gmc: good luck and a good set of ventwindows for 60 bucks can´t be wrong to have!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 06-15-2008, 06:05 PM

Sounds like a pretty good deal to me.

spr85gmc · 06-15-2008, 08:16 PM

well because of school couldnt pick it up................... the guy dropping it off tuesday along with vent windows

240.00

87Bob · 06-15-2008, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by seanconnery

Why not check the truck magazines like Truckin or Streettrucks? i don't know which ones off the top of my head without having an issue in front of me, but theres a few companies that advertise a complete 1991 front end upgrade with NEW EVERYTHING! Headlights, bezels, grille, fenders, core support, hardware, everything. Their the same companies that sell the caddy escalade front end conversions. And I think the price is something like $500. Just a thought...

I like to hear more about these companies that offer the complete conversions. I have an 85 that has had some minor damage If I'm going to replace trim and grill I just as soon upgrade.

87Bob · 06-15-2008, 08:26 PM

Is a 91 core support a bolt in?

gchemist · 06-16-2008, 12:35 AM

Yes!!

72BlckButy · 06-16-2008, 08:23 AM

Sounds like a steal, and he's dropping it all off as well.... you lucky ***!

zombiescustoms · 06-19-2008, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by moneyeater

Thats a good price i think if there are all the parts you need,especially a good coresupport!That should take out a lot of guesswork!
I fabbed my face in the original ´81 coresupport because the one i got was a mess!
That was some good experience!

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what lights did you use???

gchemist · 06-19-2008, 01:52 PM

Don't forget about RAM AIR!!

moneyeater · 06-19-2008, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by zombiescustoms

what lights did you use???

They are from HELLA ,nothing special just larger then the originals.I´ll try to find out a number and take some measurements saturday and tell you!

87Bob · 06-30-2008, 03:42 PM

That is one sweet looking front end!

spr85gmc · 07-01-2008, 03:55 PM

Finnally got it now time for the install

seanconnery · 07-02-2008, 09:58 AM

87Bob, I've been looking through some old Truckin's and Streettrucks and I still can't find the 91 conversion swap, but I swear I'm not lyin'! It's a complete update kit, and I thought it was from Stylin Concepts or Godfathers...

87Bob · 07-02-2008, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by seanconnery

87Bob, I've been looking through some old Truckin's and Streettrucks and I still can't find the 91 conversion swap, but I swear I'm not lyin'! It's a complete update kit, and I thought it was from Stylin Concepts or Godfathers...

If you find it I'd love to have a copy of it. Can you email it to me?

87Bob · 07-02-2008, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by spr85gmc

Finnally got it now time for the install

How about posting pictures as you go along?

spr85gmc · 07-02-2008, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 87Bob

How about posting pictures as you go along?

i couldnt down load a photo if my life depeneded on it but will try

COMP · 07-02-2008, 06:39 PM

I'm watchin' this to

06-12-2008, 05:33 PM	#1
spr85gmc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Posts: 648	91 front end conversion hey guys long time no see. i got a question is 200-250.00 too much to pay for a 91 front end in good condition core support and all? i was searching craigslist and found it by mistake the guy had like 5 of them so i have to jump on this if its a good deal just need some re assurance.

06-12-2008, 10:40 PM	#2
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 91 front end conversion Check my web page. I paid over $600 for parts. Check the parts carefully. Check for rust. You will need a few additional parts for the conversion. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

06-13-2008, 01:22 AM	#3
kainzien Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 93	Re: 91 front end conversion Sounds like a good deal to me.. __________________ Chickenhouse chopshop 81 rcsb chevy bagged LS1/4l60E(under the knife) 94 ecswb L92 headed LQ9/ 4l80E(waiting to go under the knife) 78 rcsb chevy LQ4/4L80E

06-13-2008, 08:09 AM	#4
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: 91 front end conversion I paid 150 but there is some rust on the support and the grille has a screw hole cracked. __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors

06-13-2008, 01:03 PM	#5
moneyeater Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern Germany,near Bremen Posts: 684	Re: 91 front end conversion Thats a good price i think if there are all the parts you need,especially a good coresupport!That should take out a lot of guesswork! I fabbed my face in the original ´81 coresupport because the one i got was a mess! That was some good experience! __________________ My little US vehicle parts business: http://www.thegearheaddepot.com/ Come have a look! ´81 GMC C 10, Spanish Red

06-13-2008, 02:24 PM	#6
seanconnery Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Towson, MD Posts: 197	Re: 91 front end conversion Why not check the truck magazines like Truckin or Streettrucks? i don't know which ones off the top of my head without having an issue in front of me, but theres a few companies that advertise a complete 1991 front end upgrade with NEW EVERYTHING! Headlights, bezels, grille, fenders, core support, hardware, everything. Their the same companies that sell the caddy escalade front end conversions. And I think the price is something like $500. Just a thought... __________________ G to the M to the C......fool! RIP Jerry Reed "The Snowman" Last edited by seanconnery; 06-13-2008 at 02:26 PM. Reason: forgot something

06-13-2008, 02:29 PM	#7
seanconnery Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Towson, MD Posts: 197	Re: 91 front end conversion MONEYEATER - How come you didn't slap a GMC on the grille in lieu of the bowtie? You've got an 81 GMC, as do I. I'd like to do the 91 conversion, but I'd throw a GMC on there. Just asking. __________________ G to the M to the C......fool! RIP Jerry Reed "The Snowman"

06-13-2008, 04:15 PM	#8
spr85gmc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Posts: 648	Re: 91 front end conversion its a good drive from my house to check out this part, heading out there tonight hopefully i will get it for $200 and also vent windows for 60.00. Last edited by spr85gmc; 06-13-2008 at 04:16 PM.

06-15-2008, 06:05 PM	#10
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: 91 front end conversion Sounds like a pretty good deal to me. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

06-15-2008, 08:16 PM	#11
spr85gmc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Posts: 648	Re: 91 front end conversion well because of school couldnt pick it up................... the guy dropping it off tuesday along with vent windows240.00

06-15-2008, 08:26 PM	#13
87Bob Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Franklin Indiana Posts: 635	Re: 91 front end conversion Is a 91 core support a bolt in?

06-16-2008, 12:35 AM	#14
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 91 front end conversion Yes!!

06-16-2008, 08:23 AM	#15
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 91 front end conversion Sounds like a steal, and he's dropping it all off as well.... you lucky *! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate** (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-19-2008, 01:52 PM	#17
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 91 front end conversion Don't forget about RAM AIR!!

06-30-2008, 03:42 PM	#19
87Bob Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Franklin Indiana Posts: 635	Re: 91 front end conversion That is one sweet looking front end!



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07-01-2008, 03:55 PM	#20
spr85gmc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Posts: 648	Re: 91 front end conversion Finnally got it now time for the install

07-02-2008, 09:58 AM	#21
seanconnery Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Towson, MD Posts: 197	Re: 91 front end conversion 87Bob, I've been looking through some old Truckin's and Streettrucks and I still can't find the 91 conversion swap, but I swear I'm not lyin'! It's a complete update kit, and I thought it was from Stylin Concepts or Godfathers... __________________ G to the M to the C......fool! RIP Jerry Reed "The Snowman"

07-02-2008, 06:39 PM	#25
COMP Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Eville IN. Posts: 365	Re: 91 front end conversion I'm watchin' this to

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