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Old Oct 25, 2006 | 01:58 AM
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Hey my buddy just got an 84' Ram and i was wondering, is it at all possible to do a front end conversion to a newer body style ram, such as a 2002 or anything around that year? Any help would be greatly appreciated. All opinions and advice are welcome. Thanks all!
 
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Old Oct 25, 2006 | 04:21 AM
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Anything is possible, if you have the time. It won't bolt in or anything and it will be time consuming if you want it to look good when you are done.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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Thanks we were just wondering if there were any conversion kits like they have for s10s. Ive always seen s10s with escalde front ends so i m gonna try to put the 03 front end on mine, make it look clean. Another question. Whats a good site to buy look hoods,grills,fenders and other parts for an 03 dodge? Once again me and my friend thnk you for your help and we will post pics once truck is done.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2006 | 05:16 AM
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You might call some salvages in your area and see what they have. I have a pretty good feeling that used parts would be ok as long as they weren't too rough. In the bodyshop at work we use Keystone Automotive for most of our aftermarket parts, you could call them and see what their pricing is. Good luck with all this, I am sure it will be unique when you are done, post some pictures throughout the build if you have time, I'm kinda curious to see how this turns out.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2006 | 12:30 AM
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We will definatly post some pictures, its gonna take alot of work but it will pay off in the end, thanks for you help
 
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Old Oct 27, 2006 | 10:11 AM
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JC Whitney sells new front ends for 1987 to 1993 Rams which is the open style grill,
They just bolt on.
I am Thinking of doing this to my 84 Ram next year.
 
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