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mrr1999
01-31-2012, 11:49 AM
I need to replace the tail panel, door skins and fenders on my 69 Camaro and I am trying to figure out which brand(s) are better to use.

After reading past threads, there have been a lot of complaints about certain brands of quarter panels, fenders and doors not fitting properly - to the point metal had to be added just to make it work. I understand aftermarket will never fit exactly like original, however since I am doing most of the work at home and don't have the metalworking skills to re-engineer a panel to fit on that scale, are there better brands to look at? Goodmark, Dynacorn, AMD etc?

Also, of the panels I am looking to install, are any notorious for not fitting properly?

Thanks.

72Z/28
01-31-2012, 01:31 PM
I would suggest that you refer to the ABS camaro build thread by Jay. you will get get valuable info on aftermarket panels he used in his build. I believe he has talked about some fitment issues with AMD panels.

Sales@Dutchboys
01-31-2012, 03:12 PM
I would use AMD. We usually use AMD if we need replacement panels at the shop. I put 2 qtrs on a camaro this summer and I was very happy on how they fit the GM doors. Which every car is different. But for aftermarket I think AMD panels are the thickest compared to GM.

Paul

elitecustombody
02-01-2012, 06:29 AM
AMD,if you want good fitting parts,thicker than any aftermarket metal and in many cases thicker than OEM. AMD quarters for 69 Charger weigh 30lbs more than stock quarters.

Bakaruda
02-01-2012, 07:45 AM
The shop I work at part time we use only AMD. When it comes to a Mopar they are the best.