Front clip question

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Lamar804

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Would I need to modify anything to convert my '99 EB front to a '97-'98 front end? Mainly the grille and bumper.

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I think that the only modifications are a couple more holes. Not 100% sure though. Maybe someone else will chime in.
 

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no 97-98 have the "fang" bumper and the grill is different.... I believe as long as you get the grill and bumper they should be able to swap over fairly easily.. I know many people have gone from 97-98 to 99..... but going backwards should be the same
 

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I have the stock bumper from my truck, if you're interested.
It's in fantastic shape and I have all the mounting hardware, lights etc.
 

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The 97-98 grills are straight across the bottom therefore a the top of the bumper is straight.

99-03 grills are curved at the bottom witch makes them about 2in taller therefore the top of the bumper is relieved for it.

You can notice this in Walnuts sig
 
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Thanks guys for the help. I know most people convert to the '99 from the '97-'98, but I really like the '97-'98 bumper/grille combo much better.


I have the stock bumper from my truck, if you're interested.
It's in fantastic shape and I have all the mounting hardware, lights etc.

Thanks tonydiv! Due to shipping cost I'm gonna check out my local jy this weekend and see what I can find before I take you up on that offer.
 

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no the grill sucks. it goes inwards in the middle. look at tonydiv's sig. i HATE it. it pushes my KC back so it shoots upwards some bit. not a big deal just bugs me.
 
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