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chevy garage · 09-10-2002, 10:33 PM

My truck is a 1 owner 70 C-10. I'm wanting to change the grill and make the truck into a Cheyenne Super. What changes have to be made? I'd like some opinions on this because I don't want to ruin the truck. Is this a good idea or not? Help me out with some ideas.

Thanks

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 09-10-2002, 10:50 PM

JMO, but I like the 70 Grille, course I could be a bit one sided

wnc mountain · 09-10-2002, 10:57 PM

I agree w/ 1970 cst on that one!

Longhorn Man · 09-10-2002, 10:58 PM

I agree, the 69/70 looks better, but that's just me. Heck, the GMC looks even better than the chevy one. I'm ditchin the 69 chevy grill on the longhorn and putting the 69 GMC clip on there.
For your proposed swap, it is a simple nut and bolt deal. Just don't forgrt the bumper too...turn signals are in the bumper on the 71/72 nose.

Blue_71 · 09-10-2002, 11:25 PM

the support behind the middle of the grill is different, found that out the hard way.... and the bumper is different, will have to take the bowtie off the hood, fill two holes from the bowtie, and everythign else is bolt up.. i just changed my 4x4 to the correct 71 grill a couple weeks ago

chevy garage · 09-11-2002, 03:33 PM

Do you think it would hurt the value of the truck if I did change it over?

Thanks to all

RON WOODGEARD · 09-11-2002, 05:20 PM

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Originally posted by chevy garage
Do you think it would hurt the value of the truck if I did change it over?

Thanks to all

That would be up to you... Is the truck "PURE STOCK NOW" ? If it is then I wouldn't change it but Chances are it's not... And it's your truck, you paid the money for it and you do the upkeep. DO WHATEVER makes you happy.. You are the one that has to look at it everyday and be happy with it. What I and others here have done to ours would upset some. BUT WE pay for the gas,license,upkeep and all of the "GOODIES" that we put on them so I don't feel it's anyones concern but mine what I do to MY truck.

GO FOR IT!!! And I agree with you i like the 71-2 grille better then the 70. I have a 70 and was going to change it over also but I went with a BILLET insert instead.

The main thing is have FUN>>>>>

RON

da-burb · 09-11-2002, 05:27 PM

71-72 grills will improve the value

I would go for it. If you don't want to remove the hood bowtie then just don't use the one on the grill for the time being. There was one in a Chuck Norris TV show. It had a bowtie in both places. Looked silly.

**Palf70Step** · 09-11-2002, 05:57 PM

Like a couple others..I am prejudice...I think the 69/70's look the best. But It is your truck...Do what you want. If your doing it for value...I dunno which would make it more valuable....But if your doing it for you...The heck with the value. I think many, if not most, of us have much more into our trucks thant what there dollar value is.
Someone told me, that bone stock is the best bet far as value collection...but I never build for that.

Blue_71 · 09-11-2002, 06:02 PM

be quiet da-burb :p (j/k man) ive got double bowties right now lol

personally i have to agree, GMC or 71/2 chevy!

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:17 PM

Thanks for all the reply's. I attached a picture.

Thanks

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:20 PM

Interior pic

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:21 PM

Engine pic

wlee · 09-12-2002, 04:21 PM

I'd be interested in your 69 - 70 inner and outer grille if you decide to change it. I just can't seem to get enough parts

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:22 PM

Rear pic

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:24 PM

I plan to put these on the truck when I get the axles redrilled.

chevy garage · 09-12-2002, 04:27 PM

wlee, I'll keep you in mind. I don't know what I'm going to do yet about the grill situation. I'm gonna drive the truck a little before I do anything but I'll keep you in mind.

Thanks

bouncytruck · 09-13-2002, 12:07 PM

It's your truck, do what you want. I looks like it is in great shape and if you ever decide to sell it and find out that the value is greatly reduced because of the grill, you could change it back or sell the original grill with it.

I do agree on the double bow-tie thing though. I'd fill the holes in the hood and just use the grill emblem.

bouncytruck · 09-13-2002, 01:12 PM

Hey chevy garage, I had a little photoshop fun with your photos...

dion · 09-13-2002, 01:24 PM

Do it.

Chevy409 · 09-13-2002, 05:37 PM

Awesome project you got there. I have to say though, stick with the 69-70 grille! Put one on my 72 and have always loved the look. Goodluck to ya.

2nova2 · 09-13-2002, 05:53 PM

i like the 69/70 grills better myself jmo

chevy garage · 09-13-2002, 07:30 PM

Bouncytruck, that is awesome. You've got it exactly how I'm wanting it. How hard would it be to put a 70 grille in for comparison? That is an awesome picture. You've been a great help. Thanks to all!!

RON WOODGEARD · 09-13-2002, 09:12 PM

TRY A BILLET grille in there too if you would BOUNCY, That PHOTO stuff is very

What does it cost?

RON

09-10-2002, 10:33 PM	#1
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	70 grill changeover to 72 My truck is a 1 owner 70 C-10. I'm wanting to change the grill and make the truck into a Cheyenne Super. What changes have to be made? I'd like some opinions on this because I don't want to ruin the truck. Is this a good idea or not? Help me out with some ideas. Thanks

09-10-2002, 10:50 PM	#2
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,111	JMO, but I like the 70 Grille, course I could be a bit one sided __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

09-10-2002, 10:57 PM	#3
wnc mountain More hobbies than money! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Raleigh, nc, usa Posts: 655	I agree w/ 1970 cst on that one! __________________ '70 cst10/swb 350, 3 on the tree, factory buckets. '70 GMC lwb 350/350 ps,pb '72 c-10 lwb 350/350 a/c, ps, pb '72 Blazer project

09-11-2002, 05:27 PM	#8
da-burb "Ochre Ogre" Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Springfield, MN Posts: 3,558	71-72 grills will improve the value I would go for it. If you don't want to remove the hood bowtie then just don't use the one on the grill for the time being. There was one in a Chuck Norris TV show. It had a bowtie in both places. Looked silly. __________________ Bowtie Truck Stop Inc. Mid-West GM Truck Restoration Parts Supplier Your Key Parts, Auto Metal Direct, Dynacorn, and Goodmark dealer. like us @ www.facebook.com/BowtieTruckStop 1971 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1971 K-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 K-20 Suburban (Yellow- that just aint right!) Springfield, Minnesota 56087

09-11-2002, 05:57 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,819	Like a couple others..I am prejudice...I think the 69/70's look the best. But It is your truck...Do what you want. If your doing it for value...I dunno which would make it more valuable....But if your doing it for you...The heck with the value. I think many, if not most, of us have much more into our trucks thant what there dollar value is. Someone told me, that bone stock is the best bet far as value collection...but I never build for that. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-10-2002, 10:58 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I agree, the 69/70 looks better, but that's just me. Heck, the GMC looks even better than the chevy one. I'm ditchin the 69 chevy grill on the longhorn and putting the 69 GMC clip on there. For your proposed swap, it is a simple nut and bolt deal. Just don't forgrt the bumper too...turn signals are in the bumper on the 71/72 nose.

09-11-2002, 03:33 PM	#6
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	Do you think it would hurt the value of the truck if I did change it over? Thanks to all

09-12-2002, 04:17 PM	#11
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	Thanks for all the reply's. I attached a picture. Thanks Attached Images

09-12-2002, 04:20 PM	#12
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	Interior pic Attached Images

09-12-2002, 04:21 PM	#13
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	Engine pic Attached Images

09-12-2002, 04:21 PM	#14
wlee Just an Old Mr Goodwrench Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Green Ridge, MO USA Posts: 259	I'd be interested in your 69 - 70 inner and outer grille if you decide to change it. I just can't seem to get enough parts __________________ 1969 CST 20 Longhorn 1970 CST 20 Fleetside 1991 Jaguar Sovereign 1992 Mazda Miata

09-12-2002, 04:22 PM	#15
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	Rear pic Attached Images

09-12-2002, 04:24 PM	#16
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	I plan to put these on the truck when I get the axles redrilled. Attached Images

09-12-2002, 04:27 PM	#17
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	wlee, I'll keep you in mind. I don't know what I'm going to do yet about the grill situation. I'm gonna drive the truck a little before I do anything but I'll keep you in mind. Thanks

09-13-2002, 12:07 PM	#18
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	It's your truck, do what you want. I looks like it is in great shape and if you ever decide to sell it and find out that the value is greatly reduced because of the grill, you could change it back or sell the original grill with it. I do agree on the double bow-tie thing though. I'd fill the holes in the hood and just use the grill emblem. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L



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09-13-2002, 01:12 PM	#19
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Hey chevy garage, I had a little photoshop fun with your photos... __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L Last edited by bouncytruck; 01-12-2006 at 05:06 PM.

09-13-2002, 01:24 PM	#20
dion 72 Cheyenne Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,086	Do it. __________________ Burnout Idle 1972Cheyenne 1966/67Stouts

09-13-2002, 05:37 PM	#21
Chevy409 Giddy up giddy up... Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: US Posts: 483	Awesome project you got there. I have to say though, stick with the 69-70 grille! Put one on my 72 and have always loved the look. Goodluck to ya. __________________ 72 with 69 grille and custom 73-87 stepside. BIG BLOCK 409, SM465, NP205, 3/4 axles slung under a 5" lift, 3"bodylift, 112" frame, and 35inch Pro Comp X-terrains... "BUILT NOT BOUGHT" Here's the site...

09-13-2002, 05:53 PM	#22
2nova2 Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 615	i like the 69/70 grills better myself jmo __________________ 72 GMC Burb barn door 4X4 350/350 PS PB Tilt ( gone but not forgooten) 64 Chevy II V8 Loaded Wagon 2004 Chevy 2500 HD Sonoma County, Northern CA

09-13-2002, 07:30 PM	#23
chevy garage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 239	AWESOME Bouncytruck, that is awesome. You've got it exactly how I'm wanting it. How hard would it be to put a 70 grille in for comparison? That is an awesome picture. You've been a great help. Thanks to all!!

09-13-2002, 09:12 PM	#24
RON WOODGEARD Resident Young Old Dude ! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Nevada Posts: 1,948	TRY A BILLET grille in there too if you would BOUNCY, That PHOTO stuff is very What does it cost? RON

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