I need input

[trash_truck]

I just picked up a 97 d21 and its a rust bucket. I need new fenders, hood, doors and bed. I'm just looking for someone to key me know what year parts fit my truck. Regular cab, 2wd.

[whomadewho]

The year is the least of the problem. Keep in mind the year of the truck. Before you start,check the frame,the front end where the fenders bolt up to, the radiator support,the rockers,the back of the cab. Rather repairing the box, you might want to replace it with a used box. Is the truck a king cab and is it SE. I did the body on my 1997 some days I wish I hadn't. The bottom line,most of the time it's like trying to make a beautiful salad out of horse s!!t.

[Desert Rat]

as for the body parts, 86.5-97 should all fit. Agreed though...if the frame is rotten I'm not sure I'd bother. These frames tend to rot from the inside out because they're boxed, especially on the back half of the frame.

If you find another bed, it has to be from another reg cab. A king cab bed will leave a 3" gap between the cab and bed.