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11-11-2014, 06:32 PM
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First project 1957 gmc
I just bought my first project truck a 1957 gmc 270 v6, and I've found out it is pretty difficult to find parts for this year truck. Any ideas or recommendations thanks
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11-11-2014, 06:45 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
I've had good success with these guys!!
Prices are reasonable too! http://www.classicparts.com/ anything in particular you're having trouble finding for the truck?
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11-11-2014, 07:55 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
The front bumpers and stuff I want to get chrome ones for it
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11-11-2014, 10:04 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
You might have to get your bumpers stripped, fixed and chrome dipped if you can't find replacements. Good luck!
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11-11-2014, 10:36 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Yep GMC grill and bumper pieces are hard to come by for sure. eBay and Craigslist will be your best bet for them!
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11-12-2014, 12:15 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Okay thank y'all for the advice
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11-12-2014, 09:19 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Welcome.
Nice looking truck. What are your plans for it? Kim |
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11-12-2014, 01:40 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
How about some more pics: inside cab, engine etc....
Nice Truck!!!! |
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11-12-2014, 11:33 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
The plan right now is to get it running. And once it's running I'm gonna restore it but keep it as original as I can, but my paint it a different color don't know yet, and I'll post some more pics soon
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11-13-2014, 08:01 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
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12-10-2014, 11:04 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Here's some more pictures
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12-10-2014, 11:40 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
The front bumper and Dagmars are being reproduced, available on the internet- those one year 1957 style moustache pieces and center grille bar are hard to come by however I have seen them on Ebay on a rare occasion, pricey.
The 55/56 moustache pieces and upper center grille bar are more easily found and more reasonable, however they don't have that indentation/groove that the 57 pieces have. But- the 55/56 moustache pieces will fit the 57 with a small bit of grinding to fit around the upper area of the 57 center grille assembly. It's what I did when I swapped to chrome from painted on my 57 Suburban since I couldn't find the 57 pieces. I actually prefer the smooth look of the 55/56 parts. Click on my avatar, only a 57 GMC buff with a keen eye would notice.. Let me know what you need as you progress on your truck, I've pretty much got all the parts sources figgered out.
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1953 Chevy 210 convertible, 1955 GMC pickup, 1957 GMC Suburban Carryall Last edited by FirstNation; 12-10-2014 at 11:54 PM. Reason: schpelling eror.. |
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12-11-2014, 03:44 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Motor
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12-11-2014, 03:45 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Original interior
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12-11-2014, 03:46 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Steering wheel
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12-11-2014, 03:47 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Back end view
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12-11-2014, 09:15 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Looks to be in pretty decent shape.
What rust there is should be all fixable. Kim |
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12-11-2014, 11:49 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Nice find ! Have fun with your build.
By the way the '57 bullets are 1 year only and they only fit a stock bumper so if you want chrome you'll need to have them repaired and plated at a quality chrome shop. Here's a '55 and a '57 Palomino for inspiration Also a pic of my dash for reference .
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12-12-2014, 04:24 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Welcome to the dark side of the rare '57 GMC! Looks like a great project. Here's our '57 for motivation lol
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12-12-2014, 07:23 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
[QUOTE=G&R's57GMC;6954284]Nice find ! Have fun with your build.
" By the way the '57 bullets are 1 year only and they only fit a stock bumper " Clarification : The '57 bullets are different then the '55-56 bullets , The aftermarket '57 bullets mentioned that they only fit a stock GM bumper and may not fit an aftermarket bumper as the contour may be off. So using a stock GM bumper may be the way to go. I have my '56 bullets off the stock GMC GM bumper and an aftermarket bumper for my other '56 Chevy . The two haven't been near each other, yet. If I got ambitious the two could come together and confirm the fit .
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12-12-2014, 08:01 PM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
That pic is truck porn!
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12-13-2014, 12:36 AM
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12-13-2014, 01:41 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
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12-12-2014, 09:44 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
Actually, the 57 bullets are available online, they are being reproduced and are much cheaper than having yours repaired and rechromed. The 55-57 Chevy front bumper is the same as the 55-57 GMC front bumper. The holes for the bullets will simply have to be drilled to fit..
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1953 Chevy 210 convertible, 1955 GMC pickup, 1957 GMC Suburban Carryall Last edited by FirstNation; 12-12-2014 at 09:55 AM. Reason: schpelling eror |
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12-13-2014, 09:50 AM
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Re: First project 1957 gmc
"The aftermarket '57 bullets mentioned that they only fit a stock GM bumper and may not fit an aftermarket bumper as the contour may be off."
I'm at a loss as to what they mean here- stating the bullets ONLY fit a stock GM bumper but then say they "may not" fit an aftermarket bumper? Doesn't make sense to me. Where did you read this?
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