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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: Nospark on December 21, 2010, 09:49:04 pm
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I am swapping the front end of my 79 K10 to a complete doghouse off of an 83. Question is I know everything will fit, but I like the 79 grill and headlights. can I use the 79 grill and headlights with the 83 fenders/hood and core support? Thanks for any help guys.
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No.
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There are several threads on here about the swap from pre 80 to 81+ or the other way around. I suggest reading them. As for the headlights, if you want round lights, you will need the 73-79 nose, you can not miss match parts. It must be swapped as a whole unit. Keep in mind also that it is a "mostly" bolt on swap, some mods need to be made, but are not too bad to do.
And just my opinion, best looking trucks were the 79 and older with 73-74 being the best. But that is just my opinion. Make your truck your own.
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ok I didnt think it would work but had to ask. Thanks for the help guys. The swap will be no problem for me I already know there will be some minor modifications that need to be made. my 79 only has one bad fender but I got the 83 rust free doghouse for 100 bucks couldnt pass it up.