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69DISASTER · 02-19-2009, 12:52 AM

Can anyone tell me if 1968 front fenders will fit on a 1969. I have an opportunity to get some really good rust free ones. I haven't seen them so I don't know if they fit differently or not. This is all new stuff to me.

67ChevyRedneck · 02-19-2009, 01:00 AM

Chevy or GMC?

If it's a Chevy, no.

Chevy and GMC fenders will interchange for 67-68 Chevy and 67-72 GMC, with the 67 fenders not having the turn signals.

69-72 Chevy fenders will only fit 69-72 chevy's.

67_C-30 · 02-19-2009, 01:08 AM

67ChevyRedneck is right. Below is the reason why the 68' won't fit a Chevy is that the 69 - 72 Chevys have a indention for the aluminum grill. The top is a 67-68 fender and the bottom is a 69-72 fender. No GMC fenders from any year has that indention.

frog trucker · 02-19-2009, 02:58 AM

I think what you're being told is that the '68 fenders will bolt to your '69 cab, but the fit of your '69 grill and/or hood will not work right with the early fenders. Many of us prefer the look of the '67-'68 Chevy front end. If you like the earlier style, buy the '68 fenders and keep your eyes on the lookout for a '67-'68 Chevy hood and grill. Then swap everything (I think it's called a "front group") at the same time.
Hope this helps. All the best to you on your project.

Mark

frog trucker · 02-19-2009, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

Chevy or GMC?

If it's a Chevy, no.

Chevy and GMC fenders will interchange for 67-68 Chevy and 67-72 GMC, with the 67 fenders not having the turn signals.

69-72 Chevy fenders will only fit 69-72 chevy's.

You meant to say '68 was the first year for side marker lights and '67 fenders have no hole for s/m lights, right? I just think of turn signal lights as being mounted in the grill or front bumper depending on the year of truck.

67ChevyRedneck · 02-19-2009, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by frog trucker

You meant to say '68 was the first year for side marker lights and '67 fenders have no hole for s/m lights, right?

I said it right, reread my post. But yes, 67 = no side markers, 68= side markers.

jbristo67 · 02-19-2009, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by frog trucker

I think what you're being told is that the '68 fenders will bolt to your '69 cab, but the fit of your '69 grill and/or hood will not work right with the early fenders. Many of us prefer the look of the '67-'68 Chevy front end. If you like the earlier style, buy the '68 fenders and keep your eyes on the lookout for a '67-'68 Chevy hood and grill. Then swap everything (I think it's called a "front group") at the same time.
Hope this helps. All the best to you on your project.

Mark

I would go with 67...... then you dont have to shave side markers.

frog trucker · 02-19-2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jbristo67

I would go with 67...... then you dont have to shave side markers.

I agree with you, ( I wish I had a pair for my '68 ) but it sounds to me that 69DISASTER has a chance to score a good deal on a clean, used pair of '68 fenders.

69DISASTER · 02-19-2009, 09:47 AM

Thanks to all. I really appreciate the input!!!

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02-19-2009, 02:58 AM	#4
frog trucker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Smack-dab in the middle of "The land of fruits and nuts", Sacramento, CA Posts: 66	Re: 1969 fender fit I think what you're being told is that the '68 fenders will bolt to your '69 cab, but the fit of your '69 grill and/or hood will not work right with the early fenders. Many of us prefer the look of the '67-'68 Chevy front end. If you like the earlier style, buy the '68 fenders and keep your eyes on the lookout for a '67-'68 Chevy hood and grill. Then swap everything (I think it's called a "front group") at the same time. Hope this helps. All the best to you on your project. Mark

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69DISASTER Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: CALGARY, ALBERTA Posts: 62	Re: 1969 fender fit Thanks to all. I really appreciate the input!!!



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