For all those wishing to convert their Blazer front end to the 98+ style:

1. Yes! It can be done.
2. Yes! Kits are made for this conversion.
3. Yes! We do know who has them.

Here are a few examplesfor the98+ conversion kit:

This is my reccomendation:
98+ conversion Kit w/ Extras (http://www.fbirides.com/product.asp?idno=8686)

or you can go this route:
98+ conversion kit (http://www.stylinconcepts.com/part.aspx/partid/474497/partfamilyid/841/subcategoryid/148/categoryid/25)

or you can just go to the junkyard and find what you need!

is there a kit like this for a 1997 chevy blazer 4x4...i hate the look of mine i want the new front end

did you not see the 2 links that were previously posted?

yes i did and went to them and the one that stylin trucks has says right on the page that it will not fit a 1997

Vehicle Fitment:


This item does not fit your 97 Chevrolet Blazer.
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but then your click view all and it says it fits that year?...just makin sure before i dish out the money for something that doesnt fit

from the first link:

If you have a 1994-97 S10 pickup or Blazer, and have been wishing for an update, wish no longer! This kit comes with all of the pieces you'll need to update to the 98-03 S10 clip, with a bunch of custom parts thrown in to boot! Kit includes Core Support, NON-LS Chrome/Argent (Gray) Grille*, Euro Headlights, Euro Marker Lights, Genuine GM Headlight Clips (4 pieces), Billet Grille Insert, Billet Bowtie, Chrome Bumper, Paintable Valance, and Bumper Brackets.

yea i went to that one and looked at the price difference..and plus i like the second one better

any ideas... do the grills and lights bolt up different or could i just goto a junk yard or jump on ebay for the grills and lights and all that?

the grill and lights do not bolt right up youll need a new core support

How much of a pain in the arse is this?

if you know how to use your tools (you must, you own a Blazer), then it's no more difficult than unbolting everything, installing the new parts, change the wiring as needed, and you're good to go.
regarding mahoney1988's comment as to the second one looking better, the only differences between the two kits is, one has clear signal lenses with rear installed Billet grille, the other has amber lenses w/flush mounted grille. personally, i like the one @ FBI more.

Depends on how bad you want it. There really isn't much to it. Just expensive to buy a kit. I think you'd be better off piecing it together.

Depends on how bad you want it. There really isn't much to it. Just expensive to buy a kit. I think you'd be better off piecing it together.

price it all out seperately, if you think it's gonna be cheaper.

if you're talking about going to the wreakers, and buying parts off trucks there.......well, that's like comparing apples to oranges.

price it all out seperately, if you think it's gonna be cheaper.

if you're talking about going to the wreakers, and buying parts off trucks there.......well, that's like comparing apples to oranges.


I was just speaking from personally experience in replacing the front end on my s10 truck when I had it. If you don't have a problem searching and waiting for deals you'll be okay, but if you like a quick and easy fix the kit is for you.

I was just speaking from personally experience in replacing the front end on my s10 truck when I had it. If you don't have a problem searching and waiting for deals you'll be okay, but if you like a quick and easy fix the kit is for you.

i was referring to the comparison of new and old, it's apples & oranges.

so if one was to peice it all together at a junk yard, what parts would i be needing exactly?>

I think... Grille, headlights, signal lights, bumper, and bumper mounts may be different...

if you're going to get the stuff @ the wreckers, you need;

-wiring harness for the head lights.
-wiring harness for the signals (not sure if they're different for the 95-97 trucks, but always good to have if you start & find that they are).
-head lights, signals, grill.
-bumper & cover.


*if you do plan doing this, buy a new rad supprt. anything you find @ the wreckers will have some rot, guaranteed.

Core support and every bracket connected to it for the lights. The grill uses push clips. The front bumper will bolt right up, you just need a couple washers to space it up. You can also flip flop the side brackets or you can rebend them easily.

This is an easy installation. I did it by myself in 3 hours. I didnt buy the package though. I ordered a radiator support on ebay for 50$ Got headlights, grill and bumber at the junkyard for 100$

I have a question. Is it possible to make this change -without- changing the bumper and such out? Just changing the grille and headlights I mean. I went to a scrap yard today and found a 97 grille and held it to the 98 model, and it looked like it would fit exactly. I couldn't tell for sure though as I couldn't get the hood to the 98 open to look inside. Any insight? The main change I'm wanting is to the newer headlights, as I personally like them a bit better.

^^^you don't need to change the bumper Cassus. but you do need to change the rad support. read back through this thread, everything is discussed as to what would be needed.

just remember to cut off as much wiring as possible (gives you more to work with on your truck).

I have a 97 blazer, and I am wanting to convert my front end, but I am confused. What is a bumper rad? and a bumper cassus?

wow are you serious? Cassus was just the guys name that was being responded to....LOL he was telling the guy that he didnt need to change out the bumper.
Rad support is the radiator support.