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I don't think your truck needs that. It's just too gaudy.

 

 

+1

 

I agree it would look SICK. Not in a good way. :jester:

 

Your body style is one of the best looking trucks gm has made. Don't screw it up.

 

Your truck looks great now.

Posted
I don't think your truck needs that. It's just too gaudy.

 

Your body style is one of the best looking trucks gm has made. Don't screw it up.

 

Your truck looks great now.

 

 

 

WHAT the 1990-1998 ext cab is the best style ever made on any truck period. its got that tuff look but its not a box.

 

anyways sometimes those can look good, but i dont think they would go with your truck. i could see them on a lowered 2wd. its up to you man, your trucks good look good either way with all the black you got going

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Brandon,

Did you ask everyone what they think of your girlfriend's looks before you picked her? Personally, that look isn't my taste, but I say, if that hood is what you want, you should have it.

Posted

HAHAHA...now that was funny...and a good point!!

 

keep in mind also that after shipping/purchase you have the necessary prep to get after market fiberglass to fit and look decent then paint.Buddy of mine bought a similar style hood for his 95 Impala SS....same initial cost...but the finished product was $1500 after getting it to line up close and get the waves out...and it was from a well known manufacturer as well.

 

My problem with this hood is that the picture supplied only shows the nose of the truck....often the entire view of multiple angles tells a completely different story.I have seen a hood very similar to this(might be the same?) on a black chevy late model....very overstated in my opinion...makes the rear of the truck look like its missing something.

My advice would be to try and find some more detailed pics and see if you still like it.

Posted

hmm, very good points. and thanks for the complaments on the truck :devil:.

 

and if your buddys dont find your gf hot...time to start lookin for a new one! :jester:

Posted
hmm, very good points. and thanks for the complaments on the truck :P .

 

and if your buddys dont find your gf hot...time to start lookin for a new one! :lol:

 

Pics and we'll let you know. A little skin is always helpful.

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