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Old 06-10-2008, 02:27 PM
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Looks really good, I like it!
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Like everyone else said get some bigger pics but from what I can tell it looks pretty good.
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See if this works for a bigger pic.
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Originally Posted by 99ImperSSonator
Yep I had to install the brackets, thats why I had them mocked up in the pics.
That last pic worked. So how'd u do this? Looks like u went w/ all GM pieces from wrecks & what not. Correct? Did u buy any new? Last I knew, it costs a SHITload to buy new GM pieces. What's involved? Is it welding on brkts or do u have to weld plastic somehow?

BTW, nice job.
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Originally Posted by fastnblu
That last pic worked. So how'd u do this? Looks like u went w/ all GM pieces from wrecks & what not. Correct? Did u buy any new? Last I knew, it costs a SHITload to buy new GM pieces. What's involved? Is it welding on brkts or do u have to weld plastic somehow?

BTW, nice job.
Yea I have been collecting the cladding from wrecks for about 4 months and finally got the complete set. I have about $900 invested in the cladding and it was all used. New pieces from GM would have been about $2000 or so. If you get any cladding used make sure you get the mounting brackets because it makes it a lot easier to install. The brackets are originally riveted on the body but I used sheetmetal screws to mount it because it makes it easier to make the final adjustments. Top of the cladding just mounts using doublesided tape.Thanks for all the compliments guys.
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Originally Posted by 99ImperSSonator
Yea I have been collecting the cladding from wrecks for about 4 months and finally got the complete set. I have about $900 invested in the cladding and it was all used. New pieces from GM would have been about $2000 or so. If you get any cladding used make sure you get the mounting brackets because it makes it a lot easier to install. The brackets are originally riveted on the body but I used sheetmetal screws to mount it because it makes it easier to make the final adjustments. Top of the cladding just mounts using doublesided tape.Thanks for all the compliments guys.
I figured $2-3K. Sorry for the questions. I'm not familiar w/ seeing the backside of the cladding & its' attachment method(s).
-Do u have any pics on what these brkts look like?
-How many do u have to install?

It sounds like the brkts or standoffs are used to support cladding, & these tape just keeps em secure. Couldn't a person just use 2 side tape?

I hate the idea of welding all these brkts on the sides of my baby, but I know it's either go weld for GM. Or use an aftermarket kit.
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Originally Posted by fastnblu
I figured $2-3K. Sorry for the questions. I'm not familiar w/ seeing the backside of the cladding & its' attachment method(s).
-Do u have any pics on what these brkts look like?
-How many do u have to install?

It sounds like the brkts or standoffs are used to support cladding, & these tape just keeps em secure. Couldn't a person just use 2 side tape?

I hate the idea of welding all these brkts on the sides of my baby, but I know it's either go weld for GM. Or use an aftermarket kit.
There is about 8 brackets on the cab and 10 or so on the bed. the best way is to use screws or rivet the brackets to the truck. I dont have any pics of the brackets, sorry.
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Anybody? On the rear of the cladding attachment points & brkt pics?
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I found this pic, it shows part of the bracket for the door. All four doors are almost identical to this one. I hope this helps.
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Looks good, but IMO a cowl hood would look ****

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