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bigblock73 · 03-09-2004, 01:46 AM

I need a hood bad, but cannot afford to buy a new GM one. I have heard Keystone makes nice quality sheet metal, but would like your opinions.

The hood is $160 and is local.

If you have not used Keystone, I would like to know what you used and a price if possible.

Thanks!

The Dude · 03-09-2004, 02:01 AM

my hood is fiberglass, but i got a fender and door from a place called Certifit. they fit good but the metal seems a little bit on the thin side. my buddy got a hood from them for his 88 and he likes it. i think his hood was $50 but i dont know about a 73-87 hood.

TIMSPEED · 03-09-2004, 02:44 AM

I think they're good. We have a local place up in Stockton, and they worked on my vette hood, came out real good. I'm planning on buying bumpers from them.

TODDS 72 · 03-09-2004, 09:04 AM

their parts are good,if you turn them over they got a tri plus sticker on them.i use them all the time because they deliver to my shop.good deals on paints and body filler to.

Blue Beard · 03-09-2004, 09:39 AM

Never heard of Keystone, do you have a website for them...?

bigblock73 · 03-09-2004, 09:47 AM

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Originally posted by Blue Beard
Never heard of Keystone, do you have a website for them...?

http://www.keystone-auto.com/

Blue Beard · 03-09-2004, 10:09 AM

Thanks for the link..

75stepside · 03-09-2004, 10:29 AM

Jeff, i wouldn't be afraid to use keystone... i got a set of front fenders for my ride and the fit is incredible for an aftermarket part. i am very pleased with them.

i saw some pics of your resto.... things are coming along well... i'm hoping to complete my painting in a month or so...

bigblock73 · 03-09-2004, 10:39 AM

Thanks man, it hasn't been easy to say the least. The fenders, inner fenders, doors, core support, front valance, and the hood (after I purchase it) are currently beeing worked on as we speak. I am having the body work and paint done by someone else since I am not a body man by any means.

I have been following your resto as well...I wish I had the time and space you did...if I did I would have no problems tackling the paint and bodywork myself. Good job on yours as well!

Thanks everyone for your help, I am going to purchase the hood tonight!

Jonboy · 03-09-2004, 11:04 AM

Jeff, see if they might offer it in their "Platinum Plus" line. Those parts fit very well. They have a little more exacting standards than the regular line of parts. Not all parts are offered in that line though. Do try to get one that is CAPA certified. CAPA sets guidelines on the fit of parts.

FWIW, I bought the front end parts on my truck from Chris' site before I took it over. I bought the inner and outer fenders and a Goodmark hood from him. I was pretty pleased with how the parts fit. If you could swing a Goodmark hood, thet would be the way to go, IMHO.

bigblock73 · 03-09-2004, 11:09 AM

How much did the hood set you back, including shipping if possible?

Jonboy · 03-09-2004, 01:07 PM

It seems like everythink was about $800, IIRC. That was the fenders, inner fenders, and hood, plus shipping for all of it.

8t5Silverado · 03-10-2004, 02:48 PM

A friend of mine had gotten bedsides from Cerifit.

He seemed happy with them, and they were reasonably priced.

03-09-2004, 01:46 AM	#1
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Anyone ever use Keystone Automotive body panels? I need a hood bad, but cannot afford to buy a new GM one. I have heard Keystone makes nice quality sheet metal, but would like your opinions. The hood is $160 and is local. If you have not used Keystone, I would like to know what you used and a price if possible. Thanks! __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-09-2004, 02:44 AM	#3
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	I think they're good. We have a local place up in Stockton, and they worked on my vette hood, came out real good. I'm planning on buying bumpers from them. __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

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TODDS 72 Not the nightly winner Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: CHARLEMONT MA.USA Posts: 763	their parts are good,if you turn them over they got a tri plus sticker on them.i use them all the time because they deliver to my shop.good deals on paints and body filler to. __________________ 72C10SWB BLUE 350/350 86K10LWB BLUE 5.7 700r4 7.5' fisher plow 93S10XCAB4X4 BLUE 4.3 4L60e 69gmc c10 v8 3 on the tree yellow 72k10 swb 350 3 on the tree green 86k15 swb5.0L 4spd brown

03-09-2004, 09:39 AM	#5
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Never heard of Keystone, do you have a website for them...? __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

03-09-2004, 10:09 AM	#7
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Thanks for the link.. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

03-09-2004, 02:01 AM	#2
The Dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: glendale/tucson Posts: 199	my hood is fiberglass, but i got a fender and door from a place called Certifit. they fit good but the metal seems a little bit on the thin side. my buddy got a hood from them for his 88 and he likes it. i think his hood was $50 but i dont know about a 73-87 hood.

03-09-2004, 10:29 AM	#8
75stepside Proud Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 741	Jeff, i wouldn't be afraid to use keystone... i got a set of front fenders for my ride and the fit is incredible for an aftermarket part. i am very pleased with them. i saw some pics of your resto.... things are coming along well... i'm hoping to complete my painting in a month or so...

03-09-2004, 10:39 AM	#9
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Thanks man, it hasn't been easy to say the least. The fenders, inner fenders, doors, core support, front valance, and the hood (after I purchase it) are currently beeing worked on as we speak. I am having the body work and paint done by someone else since I am not a body man by any means. I have been following your resto as well...I wish I had the time and space you did...if I did I would have no problems tackling the paint and bodywork myself. Good job on yours as well! Thanks everyone for your help, I am going to purchase the hood tonight! __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-09-2004, 11:04 AM	#10
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Jeff, see if they might offer it in their "Platinum Plus" line. Those parts fit very well. They have a little more exacting standards than the regular line of parts. Not all parts are offered in that line though. Do try to get one that is CAPA certified. CAPA sets guidelines on the fit of parts. FWIW, I bought the front end parts on my truck from Chris' site before I took it over. I bought the inner and outer fenders and a Goodmark hood from him. I was pretty pleased with how the parts fit. If you could swing a Goodmark hood, thet would be the way to go, IMHO. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

03-09-2004, 11:09 AM	#11
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	How much did the hood set you back, including shipping if possible? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-09-2004, 01:07 PM	#12
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	It seems like everythink was about $800, IIRC. That was the fenders, inner fenders, and hood, plus shipping for all of it. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

03-10-2004, 02:48 PM	#13
8t5Silverado Mudslides 'r my specialty Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: STL Posts: 1,106	A friend of mine had gotten bedsides from Cerifit. He seemed happy with them, and they were reasonably priced. __________________ Always on the lookout for old cars and parts...(20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, etc.) http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/500339



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