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Out of all your opinions are the steel or fiberglass reproduction rear fenders for burbs and panels any good? Such as how do they fit?

I don't know about any steel fenders bieing available for the AD Burbs and Panels. I ended up buying fiberglass and they requried shaping to match the openings.

Here at Superior Glass Works we make fiberglass panel fenders for the 41-46 and the 47-54 trucks. These were molded off a pristine set of original steel fenders and we have been selling them for years with many satisfied customers. We haven't had a single return or even a phone call about fitment issues. Like any reproduction, NOS, or original steel part being installed, some adjustment may be needed to achieve a perfect fit. I have seen original steel fenders that differ as much as 3/4" from one to another, so unfortunately we have to work with the quality control standards of that era. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

And to confirm what The Ned said, I am not aware of any steel reproduction fenders being made.

Thanks,
Brad
Superior Glass Works
503-829-9634

I to have not seen any steel ones. I wish someone did make them. I prefer NOT to have fiber fenders on a original truck. maybe a hot rod. on a stock truck it will devalue a little when you don't have the original spec fenders. but, that is my two cents.

if anyone ever makes a steel fender please post the info. even patch panels for burb/panel trucks 47-53

I have fiberglass rear fenders on. not sure where they came from but they seem okay. I plan to spray inside with line-x or something similar to help strengthen and prevent possible cracks from rocks. I'm looking for 1/2 ton or 3/4 ton front fenders. mine has enlarged opening 1 1/2 ton front fenders from another truck on it. god awful gap. see my pics

What can I expect to pay for a pair of fenders? Im modifying my burb, im using a 1979 4x4 chev frame with dana 60 axels, 700r4, 355 V8 w/RV cam, Edelbrock RPM Performer, Holley Projection,... I will instal A/C, Power seats from 2005 Silverado, on board air compressor, air horns, ididit tilt with banjo steering wheel, OldTyme II autometer guages, and so on...With this project Im combining the both the clam shell and the barn doors together like the Astro vans, figuring out the hinges will be the hard part. Insted of the stock bumpers ive collected bumpers from the BIG bolts that are the 1/4'' steel for extra protection,

The Superior Glass Works fenders are $351 each. See them here: 47-53 Panel fender details

Thanks,
Brad
Superior Glass Works
www.superiorglassworks.com
503-829-9634

If you can not find a local place to get fenders. there are a few listed as having parts out in the mid west. I would find a guy with a burb that you can part out. I know one guy. and he is looking for less than 1500 for a clam shell truck with good fenders on the rear. but, if you parted it out. you still would make good. I am just to far from the guy to make a profit. but, if you find a dealer of vintage parts. you prob. can get good rear fenders for 300.00 I have purchased a set for a customer last year. and sent them threw grayhound for 35.00 each!

There is currently a right rear fender for 48-54 on EBAY for $150 buy it now, It needs a little work, but it is steel. I have also seen a left on ebay recently in the same price range. The sellers # is 319-258-4024 or you can do a search. I would post the link but this isn't the e-bay section and I don't want to be scolded.