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Old 02-02-2009, 12:53 AM   #1
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need some input

I have a 78 2wd Blazer. It needs both front fenders replaced. I have the opportunity to buy a complete 85 front end for $150 or a 91 for $350. I could replace fenders with new ones. I am really leaning towards the 85 front end. The truck is in the process of being lowered. I plan on putting a BB in it and mostly cruising and some 1/8th mile racing on the weekends. Nothing TOOO radical.

The reason I am posting is I cannot decide weather to keep the 78 front end or swap to the 85. I am 50/50 and would like some experiences and input from anyone. Hopefully this will help me make up my mind.

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this is what made me want a 85 style front end
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Old 02-02-2009, 02:02 AM   #2
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i dont know, i think thats more of a 79-81 rear end






anyways, stay with the 78 front, atleast thats my opinion, its classic, the 70's look is classic while i dont think the 80's look is old enough to be "classic"
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Old 02-02-2009, 10:38 AM   #3
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she may not be that old. kinda looks like 84-85 rear end.
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Old 02-02-2009, 10:39 AM   #4
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I prefer the 81-87 front end, especially on 2wd blazers but if it comes with that rear end it would be hard to pass up h ha.
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Old 02-02-2009, 01:25 PM   #5
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I would keep the '78 frontend and add the '85 rear end.
I do like the '73-'78 front ends better then the '81-'91s.
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Old 02-02-2009, 09:20 PM   #6
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I prefer the classic look of the 73-79 front end.
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Old 02-02-2009, 11:30 PM   #7
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where is a good place to buy 78 fenders?
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Old 02-03-2009, 09:50 AM   #8
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Check with CaptKaos he is a member on this site..

http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...tegory_Code=7F
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Old 02-03-2009, 10:18 PM   #9
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or your local pick'n'pull or craigslist
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Old 02-03-2009, 11:13 PM   #10
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81 up
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Old 02-04-2009, 01:28 AM   #11
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Re: need some input

go with a 91 front clip looks sweet. and install the one piece head lights, off a 92-98 chevy silverado
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Old 02-04-2009, 01:39 AM   #12
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i did my 73 chevy blazer. i put a 91 front clip on it. and installed the one piece head light's. i like the look give's it a newer style look . i don't know how to post pic's or i would post one. maybe if some one can explain how..............i tryed to and it keep's asking for a u.r.l what dose that mean
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Old 02-23-2009, 09:27 PM   #13
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After seeing the example picture i almost forgot what the original question was.
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