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Old Nov 27, 2000 | 02:29 PM
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body panel gaps/differences

Are 88 fenders and doors any wider than 83's. I have an 83 firebird with 88 bumper/fenders and the fenders do not sit flush with the doors. The fenders are about 1/2 inch wider creating a gap. any answers / help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Old Nov 27, 2000 | 04:36 PM
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From: So.west IN
Car: 87 Formula/ 00 Xtreme
Engine: TPI 305/ v6
Transmission: struggling t-5/ 4l60E
Axle/Gears: 3.08/ 3.23
82-84 fenders are different from the other years (85-91) as far as part #'s go
Same for the door shells and skins
I don't know about dimentions,, but the are different parts.
Hope that helps some


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