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**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-12-2004, 10:59 PM

Yes they are mine....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2466806149
WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

*Gee_Emm* · 03-13-2004, 01:47 AM

Are NOS that much better then good repros? I have been considering going the GM route instead.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-13-2004, 02:49 PM

OK, here goes!! I have placed the NOS rockers next to my reproductions. I have taken the tape measure out to measure them. This is my opinion, however it is based on what I can see, feel, measure and fit...
1) The GM rockers are noticibly lighter than the repops. (GM 3 lbs/ Repops 4 lbs)
2) The GM Rockers have lots of wrinkles, even to the point where the material laps over itself in one of them. The repops are perfectly smooth.
3) GM R/H rocker measured out to 39 5/64". Repop R/H 39 4/64".
4) GM L/H rocker 39 4/64". Repop L/H 39 4/64".
5) GM rockers have lots of ragged edges to grind off. Repops are all smooth.
6) EDP coating on one of the GM rockers look like a bird crapped on it. The EDP coating on the repops are consistant.
7) GM rockers did set in place a little easier than the Repop, but I think that it is because they are made from lighter material, so they flex a little easier.
8) GM rockers retail at $110.95 each... Repops $14.95 each.
Now that equates to a $192.00 difference!!!!!!! Now you be the judge.... I stated facts here, not conjecture and there are some inconsistancies in both the Genuine GM and Reproduction rockers. However I have found more inconsistancies in the GM rockers than reproductions..... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

da-burb · 03-13-2004, 04:23 PM

Nothing quite like Wes's "hard sell" technique.

If I didn't know any better I'd say he is trolling for a few strikes from the MUST USE NOS Ebay crowd. Did you remember to use the word "RARE" in your description???

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-13-2004, 05:59 PM

Nawwwww, I couldn't bring myself to lie directly.. LOL I just can't believe what some people will pay for these. They are rare though.... Rarely do you see them in my shop..lol

If you got to have them though, here they are... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

*Gee_Emm* · 03-13-2004, 08:57 PM

Cool, I really admire your honesty.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-13-2004, 10:53 PM

Thanks, Gee_Emm, Now I hope that I can sell my NOS rockers... LOL WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

72addict · 03-13-2004, 11:03 PM

I assume you are comparing NOS to Goodmark? Are there any fitment issues with the aftermarket rockers? In the past I tried a pair of repops and had problems, especially where the front corner of the door sits in the rocker.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-13-2004, 11:23 PM

These were not purchased from Goodmark. They are manufactured by Triplus. As stated above the GM rockers seem to fit a little better, but I chalked that up to them being produced from lighter material. I have personally installed these rockers into my Panel and helped install them into at least 6 other trucks. Some went in without any issues and a couple we had to fight them some. But when you compare the price and the fact that you will spend a couple of hours on the GM rockers either getting them ready to install or straitening them once they are installed, they seem to be a whole lot better bargain... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-14-2004, 02:55 PM

ttt

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-16-2004, 07:10 PM

BTTT

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-17-2004, 04:50 PM

Just bringing it back to the front...

mocwon · 03-17-2004, 05:12 PM

WES, thanks for being candid about the part differences. I hope you get as much out of the NOS parts as possible.
Another point to consider when comparing how NOS and repops fit is the rest of the truck. There were manufacturing tolerances that cause every truck to be slightly different. Plus, any slight "hits" the truck may have taken over the years, etc. have a big impact on how ANY replacment part will fit. As for me, repop is just fine when I know the quality is as good or better than NOS.

Number98 · 03-17-2004, 08:38 PM

I was told the same thing, that the reproduction rockers are nicer than the GM's. I have not got to that point yet but I actually got ahold of them both, I have 2 GM's and 2 Repros.

We will see....

Jason

03-12-2004, 10:59 PM	#1
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	NOS Rockers on ebay!! Yes they are mine.... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2466806149 WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-13-2004, 02:49 PM	#3
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	OK, here goes!! I have placed the NOS rockers next to my reproductions. I have taken the tape measure out to measure them. This is my opinion, however it is based on what I can see, feel, measure and fit... 1) The GM rockers are noticibly lighter than the repops. (GM 3 lbs/ Repops 4 lbs) 2) The GM Rockers have lots of wrinkles, even to the point where the material laps over itself in one of them. The repops are perfectly smooth. 3) GM R/H rocker measured out to 39 5/64". Repop R/H 39 4/64". 4) GM L/H rocker 39 4/64". Repop L/H 39 4/64". 5) GM rockers have lots of ragged edges to grind off. Repops are all smooth. 6) EDP coating on one of the GM rockers look like a bird crapped on it. The EDP coating on the repops are consistant. 7) GM rockers did set in place a little easier than the Repop, but I think that it is because they are made from lighter material, so they flex a little easier. 8) GM rockers retail at $110.95 each... Repops $14.95 each. Now that equates to a $192.00 difference!!!!!!! Now you be the judge.... I stated facts here, not conjecture and there are some inconsistancies in both the Genuine GM and Reproduction rockers. However I have found more inconsistancies in the GM rockers than reproductions..... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys Last edited by Classic Heartbeat; 03-13-2004 at 02:52 PM.

03-13-2004, 04:23 PM	#4
da-burb "Ochre Ogre" Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Springfield, MN Posts: 3,558	Nothing quite like Wes's "hard sell" technique. If I didn't know any better I'd say he is trolling for a few strikes from the MUST USE NOS Ebay crowd. Did you remember to use the word "RARE" in your description??? __________________ Bowtie Truck Stop Inc. Mid-West GM Truck Restoration Parts Supplier Your Key Parts, Auto Metal Direct, Dynacorn, and Goodmark dealer. like us @ www.facebook.com/BowtieTruckStop 1971 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1971 K-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 K-20 Suburban (Yellow- that just aint right!) Springfield, Minnesota 56087

03-13-2004, 05:59 PM	#5
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Nawwwww, I couldn't bring myself to lie directly.. LOL I just can't believe what some people will pay for these. They are rare though.... Rarely do you see them in my shop..lol If you got to have them though, here they are... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-13-2004, 10:53 PM	#7
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Thanks, Gee_Emm, Now I hope that I can sell my NOS rockers... LOL WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-13-2004, 01:47 AM	#2
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	Are NOS that much better then good repros? I have been considering going the GM route instead.

03-13-2004, 08:57 PM	#6
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	Cool, I really admire your honesty.

03-13-2004, 11:03 PM	#8
72addict Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Mason MI, 48854 (strikezone of the mitten) Posts: 894	Wes I assume you are comparing NOS to Goodmark? Are there any fitment issues with the aftermarket rockers? In the past I tried a pair of repops and had problems, especially where the front corner of the door sits in the rocker. __________________ 1957 Cameo

03-13-2004, 11:23 PM	#9
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	These were not purchased from Goodmark. They are manufactured by Triplus. As stated above the GM rockers seem to fit a little better, but I chalked that up to them being produced from lighter material. I have personally installed these rockers into my Panel and helped install them into at least 6 other trucks. Some went in without any issues and a couple we had to fight them some. But when you compare the price and the fact that you will spend a couple of hours on the GM rockers either getting them ready to install or straitening them once they are installed, they seem to be a whole lot better bargain... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-14-2004, 02:55 PM	#10
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	ttt __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-16-2004, 07:10 PM	#11
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	BTTT __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-17-2004, 04:50 PM	#12
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Just bringing it back to the front... __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-17-2004, 05:12 PM	#13
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	WES, thanks for being candid about the part differences. I hope you get as much out of the NOS parts as possible. Another point to consider when comparing how NOS and repops fit is the rest of the truck. There were manufacturing tolerances that cause every truck to be slightly different. Plus, any slight "hits" the truck may have taken over the years, etc. have a big impact on how ANY replacment part will fit. As for me, repop is just fine when I know the quality is as good or better than NOS. __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire.....

03-17-2004, 08:38 PM	#14
Number98 Prestige Worldwide Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Worldwide Posts: 2,552	I was told the same thing, that the reproduction rockers are nicer than the GM's. I have not got to that point yet but I actually got ahold of them both, I have 2 GM's and 2 Repros. We will see.... Jason



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