New Door panels

[chrismoore701]

So i think it is time to get some new door panels for my 79 Scottsdale. I know USA1 is the place to go. They have these

https://www.usa1industries.com/1977-...airs-only.html

or Silverado style with the pocket. Any other options out there. Are the ones in the link too cheap?

[C10Toro]

I just cancelled my door panel order from usa1

I had placed it 02/2021 and just kept getting the run around every month, either they were didn’t have materials or it would be shipped following week

[Bloodhound]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

I just cancelled my door panel order from usa1

I had placed it 02/2021 and just kept getting the run around every month, either they were didn’t have materials or it would be shipped following week

They are 4-6 months out currently.

[C10Toro]

Originally Posted by Bloodhound

They are 4-6 months out currently.

That’s what they always say I know of at least 3 other people that were waiting over a year…they’ve been telling me it would ship “end of month” since December

[TKCR]

You gotta remember the materials and stuff is out of their hands. I’m sure they were being promised materials by a certain time, and then they didn’t get them. So they are exactly in the same predicament that we are in. Being told one thing, and hoping for the best, it only to be disappointed when their supplies don’t show up.

[chrismoore701]

Any thoughts on the original question?

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by chrismoore701

Any thoughts on the original question?

I know you have asked this question a few times. My answer will always be the same, USA1 Industries. They are worth the wait. The custom deluxe are the cheaper version. I would personally go with the Silverado version, it just looks nicer with all the trimmings. But it’s your truck and your money.
I wasted money on LMC door panels, twice. I wished I would have used USA1 the first time around, but I was trying to keep it on a budget. But in the long run, I ended up spending more, not to mention all the work. Changing out door panels 3-4 times. I will say this, I’m good at it now, lol!
I should have just sucked it up and spent the money on the ones I have now, which is the Silverado for the 81-87 from USA1.

[chrismoore701]

Originally Posted by TKCR

I know you have asked this question a few times. My answer will always be the same, USA1 Industries. They are worth the wait. The custom deluxe are the cheaper version. I would personally go with the Silverado version, it just looks nicer with all the trimmings. But it’s your truck and your money.
I wasted money on LMC door panels, twice. I wished I would have used USA1 the first time around, but I was trying to keep it on a budget. But in the long run, I ended up spending more, not to mention all the work. Changing out door panels 3-4 times. I will say this, I’m good at it now, lol!
I should have just sucked it up and spent the money on the ones I have now, which is the Silverado for the 81-87 from USA1.

Thanks, just didn't know if there was another option other than the Silverado. I agree the deluxe look too cheap.

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by chrismoore701

Thanks, just didn't know if there was another option other than the Silverado. I agree the deluxe look too cheap.

They have several different variations.

[chrismoore701]

Will the 81-87 fit my 79?
https://www.usa1industries.com/1981-...or-panels.html

or do I need to stay with the 77-80?
https://www.usa1industries.com/1977-...panel-kit.html

What is the difference? I am all manual.

[C10Toro]

So after I cancelled my order usa1 reached out to me and said my panels were ready to ship so I gave them another chance! So far the labels been created I’ll let you guys know on quality if or when they come in! So it was about 14 months for them to finally be done

[wazzabie]

My concern with the usa1 door panels is that they are dyed in color. The factory door panels were not dyed.

[SuperC10Tex]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

So after I cancelled my order usa1 reached out to me and said my panels were ready to ship so I gave them another chance! So far the labels been created I’ll let you guys know on quality if or when they come in! So it was about 14 months for them to finally be done

Please do! I placed an order with USA1 on 4/11 then found this thread, I took a screen shot of some of the comments and concerns and forwarded it to their customer service asking if it was going to take longer than the stated "12-16" week lead time (they said "no"). I am getting the 81-87 Silverado door panel and dash pad.....

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by SuperC10Tex

Please do! I placed an order with USA1 on 4/11 then found this thread, I took a screen shot of some of the comments and concerns and forwarded it to their customer service asking if it was going to take longer than the stated "12-16" week lead time (they said "no"). I am getting the 81-87 Silverado door panel and dash pad.....

They have just had a lot of supply issues. I believe they are finally getting some stuff, so they are able to finally start getting their door panel orders out. Trust me, they are just as frustrated at not being able to get their supplies needed to do what they need to do.

[C10Toro]

Originally Posted by SuperC10Tex

Please do! I placed an order with USA1 on 4/11 then found this thread, I took a screen shot of some of the comments and concerns and forwarded it to their customer service asking if it was going to take longer than the stated "12-16" week lead time (they said "no"). I am getting the 81-87 Silverado door panel and dash pad.....

Lol no wonder they called me on the 12….well hopefully I get them the label was made but still wasn’t shipped yesterday or today…the dash took about 9 months also

This was all for 81-87 Silverado panels and dash

What color did you order?

[SuperC10Tex]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

Lol no wonder they called me on the 12….well hopefully I get them the label was made but still wasn’t shipped yesterday or today…the dash took about 9 months also

This was all for 81-87 Silverado panels and dash

What color did you order?

84-87 Burgundy

[SuperC10Tex]

Originally Posted by TKCR

They have just had a lot of supply issues. I believe they are finally getting some stuff, so they are able to finally start getting their door panel orders out. Trust me, they are just as frustrated at not being able to get their supplies needed to do what they need to do.

I don't have a problem with waiting for good product, but good customer service would state what the "real" and current lead time is on getting it to you (9 month wait time vs. 12-16 weeks). Plus, charging my CC the full amount upfront for 12-16 understood, any longer than that not good.

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by SuperC10Tex

I don't have a problem with waiting for good product, but good customer service would state what the "real" and current lead time is on getting it to you (9 month wait time vs. 12-16 weeks). Plus, charging my CC the full amount upfront for 12-16 understood, any longer than that not good.

They are worth the wait. I bought mine back in 2018/2019 before all this nonsense that happened in the world. My wait time was 4 months then. So I fully understand why there would be longer wait times now, if they can’t get their supplies. And their suppliers are giving them times, and then that’s not met. They are just as frustrated as we are. I work with them a lot, and it has affected getting my supplies and I know they are doing their best.
Hang in there!

[SuperC10Tex]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

Lol no wonder they called me on the 12….well hopefully I get them the label was made but still wasn’t shipped yesterday or today…the dash took about 9 months also

So, shipping label was made, did you receive it? Updates please......

[C10Toro]

Originally Posted by SuperC10Tex

So, shipping label was made, did you receive it? Updates please......

Sorry for the late reply my phone decided to go for a swim in the Gulf of California…

The panels finally came in they look great I’ll get some pics of them tomorrow

[wazzabie]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

Sorry for the late reply my phone decided to go for a swim in the Gulf of California…

The panels finally came in they look great I’ll get some pics of them tomorrow

Is the color dyed on your panels? I've been concerned that the color might easily scratch.

[C10Toro]

Originally Posted by wazzabie

Is the color dyed on your panels? I've been concerned that the color might easily scratch.

I have no idea how would I be able to tell?
They look great I just don’t want to install them until I get some killmat or something similar on the doors first

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by C10Toro

I have no idea how would I be able to tell?
They look great I just don’t want to install them until I get some killmat or something similar on the doors first

Look at the back. If it’s dyed, then the back of the panel will be black. If it is the same color as the front, then it maybe molded that color. I can’t see them dyeing the backside of the panel, that would be a waste of dye. If it is the same color, then you can scratch it back there, it won’t hurt anything on the backside of the panel. If you don’t see black, the the panel is molded that color. I know that is what their plan was with them producing their own panels, was to have them molded in the correct color.
Now mine, the ones I got from them 4 years ago, those were black and dyed Charcoal. I’m pretty easy on my door panels, so they are still like the day I got them. I did have 1 minor scratch when I was installing them, but I have the same dye. I just sprayed a little in the can cap and used a touch tip and dabbed the scratch. Covered it right up, and it’s been fine since.

[C10Toro]

Originally Posted by TKCR

Look at the back. If it’s dyed, then the back of the panel will be black. If it is the same color as the front, then it maybe molded that color. I can’t see them dyeing the backside of the panel, that would be a waste of dye. If it is the same color, then you can scratch it back there, it won’t hurt anything on the backside of the panel. If you don’t see black, the the panel is molded that color. I know that is what their plan was with them producing their own panels, was to have them molded in the correct color.
Now mine, the ones I got from them 4 years ago, those were black and dyed Charcoal. I’m pretty easy on my door panels, so they are still like the day I got them. I did have 1 minor scratch when I was installing them, but I have the same dye. I just sprayed a little in the can cap and used a touch tip and dabbed the scratch. Covered it right up, and it’s been fine since.

They are for sure dyed then the backside is black!

[Pontiac1976]

Chris:

Will the 81-87 fit my 79?
https://www.usa1industries.com/1981-...or-panels.html

or do I need to stay with the 77-80?
https://www.usa1industries.com/1977-...panel-kit.html

What is the difference? I am all manual.
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Chris This may help you out, Now the 73-76 plastic panel are about half panels.
The 77-80 plastic panel are 3/4 panels.
The 81-87 plastic panel are 3/4 panels
The Armrest have same break down 73-76, 77-80, 81-87.
inner door handle 73-76 short thick finger opening in the side.
inner door handle 77-80 long thin finger opening centered.
inner door handle 81-87 long thin finger opening offset.
These have to be used with same yrs break down inner door panels only.
most pic' show up in FireFox browser
https://bowtieguy.proboards.com/thre...-87-break-fits