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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 12:37 PM
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Default Has anyone tried Facelift front end?

Im new to the Express world, and I just realized about the 03 Facelift for the front end. Has anyone tried to install a facelift 03 front end in a pre 03? just wondering.
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 1:35 PM
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I thought there was something different, like the whole fender design but maybe I am confused with the old pick ups.




There is someone who modified a Cadillac (Escalade) front end onto the Savana. Rebadged it. Done.

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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 1:56 PM
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OMG!
I was just thinking on installing a face lift front end to my 01... thats all!
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 2:04 PM
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I did it to support the intercooler for my duramax conversion. It's a lot of work.the inner fender structure needs to be cut off and newer style welded in, then you have to extend modify your front frame rails to accommodate the front body mounts being 6" farther forward and allow the newer bumper to mount up..
Unless you smashed up your existing front end and have to replace it all anyways it's just not worth the work.
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 2:06 PM
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Originally Posted by LCAC_Man
I did it to support the intercooler for my duramax conversion. It's a lot of work.the inner fender structure needs to be cut off and newer style welded in, then you have to extend modify your front frame rails to accommodate the front body mounts being 6" farther forward and allow the newer bumper to mount up..
Unless you smashed up your existing front end and have to replace it all anyways it's just not worth the work.
Do you mind sharing pictures? before/after?
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 2:08 PM
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follow the link in my signature line...you'll probably have to register to see the pic's
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 4:45 PM
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will do thanks!
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 6:06 PM
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double post
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Old Dec 3, 2018 | 7:33 PM
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OMG, I read your buidl. Amazin.
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Old Dec 4, 2018 | 7:51 AM
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It's getting there...hope to have it running again by the end of this coming weekend.
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