Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

84_chevrolet · 08-05-2007, 05:20 PM

I am wandering if my current core support can use the 89-91 grill headlights and all just put them on an 84 model dual headlight core support are there that much difference in the core supports?

bigarmzz · 08-05-2007, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 84_chevrolet

I am wandering if my current core support can use the 89-91 grill headlights and all just put them on an 84 model dual headlight core support are there that much difference in the core supports?

it wont work, you'll have to change the whole support

dont ask me how i know this

Srubydo1986 · 08-05-2007, 06:15 PM

youll have to change the hole grille and its support

**Captkaos** · 08-05-2007, 06:37 PM

As state, you can only use the 89-91 core support. One has vertical provisions for 2 large lamps and one has horizontal provisions for 2 small lamps, BIG difference...

kevinr1970 · 08-05-2007, 09:23 PM

I have actually seen a 4x4 swb truck that had the newer grill but it was the old core support.
They cut rectangular holes in the core to make it work.
The only reason I even realized it was the stock core was I that I couldn't figure out why the headlights were so obviously crooked.

So no, you can't use your stoock core.

84_chevrolet · 08-05-2007, 09:37 PM

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84_chevrolet · 08-06-2007, 08:17 AM

Guys where is the best and cheapest place to get parts from? Does any1 offer a conversion kit at a resonalbe price?

bigarmzz · 08-06-2007, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 84_chevrolet

Guys where is the best and cheapest place to get parts from? Does any1 offer a conversion kit at a resonalbe price?

i've seen a conversion kit offered somewhere in "truckin" magazine, or maybe it was stylin concepts ?? anyways, there deffinitely not "reasonable", i'm thinkin they were around $700 or so

your best bet is to find a donor blazer or suburban

Pyrotechnic · 08-06-2007, 04:21 PM

I know LMC sells a replacement core support for 73-80 trucks, they might just make one for 88-91 trucks. It's not uncommon for battery acid to eat right through them.

**Captkaos** · 08-06-2007, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pyrotechnic

I know LMC sells a replacement core support for 73-80 trucks, they might just make one for 88-91 trucks. It's not uncommon for battery acid to eat right through them.

Several site supporting vendors sell replacement parts for these also, myself included, I can get you a core support, but if you are looking for a conversion to an 89-91 grille setup, I would get it from a donor. It will come will all the wiring pieces you need also.

This is our 89-91 Quad setup:
http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...ry_Code=7387FC

jebenger · 08-06-2007, 08:12 PM

Try these this website. A friend of mine has bought a lot of parts for his s10 through them. http://www.certifit.com

John

Srubydo1986 · 08-06-2007, 08:38 PM

junkyard

08-05-2007, 05:20 PM	#1
84_chevrolet Truck CRAZY! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: douglas Posts: 81	Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? I am wandering if my current core support can use the 89-91 grill headlights and all just put them on an 84 model dual headlight core support are there that much difference in the core supports?

08-05-2007, 06:15 PM	#3
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08-05-2007, 09:23 PM	#5
kevinr1970 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 2,316	Re: Any1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? I have actually seen a 4x4 swb truck that had the newer grill but it was the old core support. They cut rectangular holes in the core to make it work. The only reason I even realized it was the stock core was I that I couldn't figure out why the headlights were so obviously crooked. So no, you can't use your stoock core. __________________ 2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold)

08-05-2007, 09:37 PM	#6
84_chevrolet Truck CRAZY! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: douglas Posts: 81	Re: Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? XIV. As of October 15th 2005 subscribing members will be the only ones permitted to post for sale and want to buy ads on any classified section of this site. All other rules of buying and selling still apply. 67-72chevytrucks.com, its administrators or staff are not responsible for any transactions on or off the forums. We will work hard to ensure you a smooth transaction, and help in the event you may need it, but all for sale and trade areas are buyer beware. Any persons who have misrepresented an item, lie about an item, fail to deliver, or are in violation of any of the rules will forfeit there subscription fees and be banned from 67-72chevytrucks.com Last edited by centsless; 08-05-2007 at 10:03 PM. Reason: wtb

08-06-2007, 08:17 AM	#7
84_chevrolet Truck CRAZY! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: douglas Posts: 81	Re: Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? Guys where is the best and cheapest place to get parts from? Does any1 offer a conversion kit at a resonalbe price?

08-06-2007, 04:21 PM	#9
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? I know LMC sells a replacement core support for 73-80 trucks, they might just make one for 88-91 trucks. It's not uncommon for battery acid to eat right through them.

08-06-2007, 08:12 PM	#11
jebenger Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 8	Re: Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? Try these this website. A friend of mine has bought a lot of parts for his s10 through them. http://www.certifit.com John

08-06-2007, 08:38 PM	#12
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: Any 1 done the 89-91 grill swap without changing the core support? junkyard __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. *1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one



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