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04-17-2009, 01:50 PM
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Firebird bezels
I am working on some bezels that fit our trucks better than the stock Firebird bezels. In my opinion the Firebird bezels are too small for the recess on our trucks. Ours will have threaded studs on the backside and will attach with stainless steel lockwashers and nuts. I have attached a few pictures showing the differences in the two. Just putting out a feeler for interest in these, the oil patch is a little slow right now.
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04-17-2009, 01:51 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Another pic
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04-17-2009, 03:04 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
I want a set. let me know how much and where you want money sent to.
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04-17-2009, 03:18 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Excellent Idea. Looks Great!
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04-17-2009, 03:52 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Good to go
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04-17-2009, 03:54 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
looks great - what would be nice is a comparison shot of your product installed on a truck and then one of the stock firebird bezels to show the difference.
Just noticed the second pic - it must not have been done loading when I typed my respone - duh. Last edited by lks dcvn; 04-17-2009 at 03:55 PM. |
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04-17-2009, 04:20 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Firebird bezels
looks sweet, don't forget to upgrade to a vendor before selling/taking orders on here.
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04-17-2009, 04:25 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Put me in for a set if you decide to make a go of it.
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04-17-2009, 04:25 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
i also think a mild steel version would be nice. then i can paint it body color
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04-17-2009, 04:27 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
hey guys lets keep him out of trouble.. no orders just yet.....
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04-17-2009, 09:34 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Very cool!!! I would inquire about it set if they were available. Thats just an IF though since nobody is selling them.
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04-17-2009, 09:41 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
nice.. interested when available..
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04-17-2009, 09:43 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
What are these for? My 67 doesn't seem to have these weird ufo like lights? Nice looking anyway!
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04-17-2009, 10:11 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
67 did not have them.They were required 68 up.
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04-18-2009, 08:59 AM
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Re: Firebird bezels
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04-18-2009, 07:51 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Firebird bezels
In 68 and 69, in pick up trucks, the markers were reflectors as base equipment, and lights were an added cost option. If you had a cab/chassis or cowl chassis, then the marker lights were required (per federal DOT regulations), and were added to the cost... basicly a required added cost option. I have GMC corperate notes to the dealer here in my reference material that says this is true.
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04-20-2009, 02:49 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
Sorry to keep everyone hanging, I'm just trying to finalize the mfg. process to make sure everyone gets products that fit!
I also wanted to clear up a few misconceptions, I don't want anyone to be misled. These bezels are made from mild steel, the only parts that are stainless are the nuts and lockwashers. The threaded studs that are welded to the bezels are phosphate coated to prevent rusting. So after you paint the front and backside of the bezels, you shouldn't have any rust issues. These bezels fit over 1970-1981 Firebird marker lights with some modification. I believe Mocwon was the first board member to attempt this. A FAQ has been posted by another board member to walk you through this mod. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=262363&page=1 You can purchase these marker lenses through Year One or Paddock. I will be selling these bezels for $64.00 per set, this includes two right handed and two left handed bezels, no marker lenses are included in this price. Maybe a little feedback regarding the powdercoated idea. I know that powdercoating is quite a bit thicker than painting and my tolerances would need to be adjusted for powdercoating. The area I am worried about would be the two windows where the Firebird marker protrudes through the bezel. I anticipate releasing these for purchase by May 1st. Thanks for all your interest and advice, especially from Longhorn, I forgot I had to be more than just a supporter to sell. I'll be in touch.
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04-17-2009, 10:18 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
I dig em. The 'Bird ones have a funny angle to them, these take care of that.
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04-17-2009, 10:23 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
No need for a feeler.These will sell.And,not just here,either.Are you looking for investors?
 Much nicer than Firebirds.Do they take the `Bird lenses?Go over the truck lenses?Your lenses?
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04-17-2009, 10:27 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
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04-18-2009, 12:40 AM
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Re: Firebird bezels
OK... what IS a "Firebird Bezel"? We are talking about the CST side marker lamps...right?
By the way, they look awesome. Last edited by Tom Vogel; 04-18-2009 at 12:42 AM. |
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04-18-2009, 05:31 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Firebird bezels
some guys have used the side markers off a 2nd gen firebird, has the 2 lenses like the CST/Cheyenne lens, but it is flush mounted and has the cover like the one being shown above... but they don't fit right at all without mods
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04-18-2009, 09:27 AM
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Re: Firebird bezels
subscribing to this one!!!
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04-18-2009, 11:01 AM
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Re: Firebird bezels
I'm in for a set. I too would prefer mild steel so I can paint them to match. What lenses would be used?
Shawn
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04-18-2009, 01:08 PM
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Re: Firebird bezels
if i see it right
I think its the firebird |
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