Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

iehotrod · 10-02-2010, 01:58 PM

Well, I just purchased a 62 C10 Shorty. I really don't like the headlight bezels on the 62's. I prefer all others but 62's. I am thinking about maybe going with an apache grill with dual headlights but I have no idea if it they are interchangeable without having to cut or add any metal. Does anyone know if I have to change anything else other than headlight buckets and grill? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

markeb01 · 10-02-2010, 03:00 PM

You may need to drill a couple of new mounting holes depending on which configuration you end up with, but if you get the entire 4 headlight grille assembly with the mounting brackets and wire harness it should just bolt on to your radiator support, and the grille harness should plug right into the bulkhead connector on the driver side of the radiator.

The wiring from the dimmer switch to the radiator support is the same for both 2 and 4 headlight grilles, as is the matching connector leading from there to the headlights. After the connector the headlights are wired slightly different depending on if you have 2 or 4, so all you have to do is use the harness that corresponds with the number of headlights.

iehotrod · 10-02-2010, 09:00 PM

Thanks! Markeb01 I am for sure changing now I just have to find me a complete set up.

**62 Longbed** · 10-03-2010, 04:43 AM

... Will keep my eyes open for a grill around here .... P.S. Congrats on the shortbox 62 !!!

iehotrod · 10-16-2010, 01:24 AM

Thanks 62 Longbed. Yeah please me let me know if you find an apache grill will with the dual head headlights it would have to be complete with buckets and bezels just so I can do a clean swap with you or anyone who may come across one.

**62 Longbed** · 10-16-2010, 04:43 PM

Not a problem iehotrod ..
I would make sure it was all complete ... Trying to piece together a 62 grille now ... What a pain in the *%*&$&$## .. trying to find all the parts .. Should just stay with the 64 5 6 grill thats in it now ... Still looking .. Good Luck & Thanks !!!

**clemdaddy** · 10-18-2010, 01:27 PM

is this the grill you are looking for? if so there is a salvage yard near me that had one. not chromed but complete with a few dings in it. I think it is a 61 model grill, but not sure.
the one shown I put on a 65 suburban built about 5 years ago and I haven't been back to that yard since. had to drill a couple of holes, thats all. pm me and I will go back and look for it.

clem

Dino Driver · 05-20-2011, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by clemdaddy

is this the grill you are looking for? if so there is a salvage yard near me that had one. not chromed but complete with a few dings in it. I think it is a 61 model grill, but not sure.
the one shown I put on a 65 suburban built about 5 years ago and I haven't been back to that yard since. had to drill a couple of holes, thats all. pm me and I will go back and look for it.

clem

This is a 1960 grill. The 1961 has "Chevrolet", "floating" in the middle of the grill bars.

defgone · 05-21-2011, 09:04 AM

is the 60-61 grill swap just as easy onto a 63?..

i prefer the look of the 4 headlights over the 2 as well...

**clemdaddy** · 05-24-2011, 04:42 PM

This is a 1960 grill. The 1961 has "Chevrolet", "floating" in the middle of the grill bars.[/QUOTE]

thanks dude for the heads up... not really sure about those earlier grills.
i do like the dual headlights much better.

scored another "60" grill for my current project.
question??? has anybody tried the spray-on type of chrome plating thats out there? i'm curious about quality and cost differences.

iehotrod · 05-18-2011, 01:01 AM

Man how did I miss this oppertunity. Am I to late to take you up on your offer?

Rogue · 05-18-2011, 11:55 AM

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/2387483494.html

**62 Longbed** · 05-18-2011, 02:05 PM

I'm in the process of doing the same thing ... I finally got everything for the 62 grill , didn't like the way it looked ... Got a 1960 grill , being powdercoated , then I'll install .. Bolts up in my 62 with no problems ... Ordered a new wire harness for it ... Excited !!!! Better Looking .... Good Luck !!

iehotrod · 05-18-2011, 11:57 PM

It sure is. I really need to replace the one on my 62 its bent and I prefer to use a 60-61 grill.

steve'62 · 05-19-2011, 08:23 PM

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steve'62 · 05-19-2011, 09:21 PM

This does look nice though!

62ShortStep · 05-19-2011, 10:15 PM

'62 grill (not mine):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1962-...Q5fAccessories

62low72High · 05-20-2011, 08:47 PM

Bought my complete grille from Jonzcustomshop. The swap was a piece of cake. Went from 62 to 61 in a afternoon.
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steve'62 · 05-23-2011, 06:56 PM

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Dino Driver · 05-23-2011, 07:58 PM

Try contacting this guy: http://www.stovebolt.com/RJ/

Helped me find something I had been looking for, for years.

willyp · 05-23-2011, 10:37 PM

i just scored this 60 grill off a chimney sweep work truck in a junk yard on saturday.

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61_FL_Apache · 05-24-2011, 08:07 AM

My 65 had that grill and I really liked it.

Now my 61 Apache and it has a later model C10 hood. I still have the same combo.

steve'62 · 05-24-2011, 07:23 PM

Nice score willy

iehotrod · 06-24-2011, 12:51 AM

So I found the 60 grill I was looking for. Now I just need the headlight bezels and buckets does anyone know where I can find them?

10-02-2010, 01:58 PM	#1
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Well, I just purchased a 62 C10 Shorty. I really don't like the headlight bezels on the 62's. I prefer all others but 62's. I am thinking about maybe going with an apache grill with dual headlights but I have no idea if it they are interchangeable without having to cut or add any metal. Does anyone know if I have to change anything else other than headlight buckets and grill? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

10-02-2010, 03:00 PM	#2
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? You may need to drill a couple of new mounting holes depending on which configuration you end up with, but if you get the entire 4 headlight grille assembly with the mounting brackets and wire harness it should just bolt on to your radiator support, and the grille harness should plug right into the bulkhead connector on the driver side of the radiator. The wiring from the dimmer switch to the radiator support is the same for both 2 and 4 headlight grilles, as is the matching connector leading from there to the headlights. After the connector the headlights are wired slightly different depending on if you have 2 or 4, so all you have to do is use the harness that corresponds with the number of headlights.

10-02-2010, 09:00 PM	#3
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Thanks! Markeb01 I am for sure changing now I just have to find me a complete set up.

10-03-2010, 04:43 AM	#4
62 Longbed Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gresham , Oregon Posts: 588	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? ... Will keep my eyes open for a grill around here .... P.S. Congrats on the shortbox 62 !!! Last edited by N2TRUX; 05-23-2011 at 10:41 PM. Reason: Deleted the WTB

10-16-2010, 01:24 AM	#5
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Thanks 62 Longbed. Yeah please me let me know if you find an apache grill will with the dual head headlights it would have to be complete with buckets and bezels just so I can do a clean swap with you or anyone who may come across one.

10-16-2010, 04:43 PM	#6
62 Longbed Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gresham , Oregon Posts: 588	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Not a problem iehotrod .. I would make sure it was all complete ... Trying to piece together a 62 grille now ... What a pain in the %&$&$## .. trying to find all the parts .. Should just stay with the 64 5 6 grill thats in it now ... Still looking .. Good Luck & Thanks !!!

10-18-2010, 01:27 PM	#7
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? is this the grill you are looking for? if so there is a salvage yard near me that had one. not chromed but complete with a few dings in it. I think it is a 61 model grill, but not sure. the one shown I put on a 65 suburban built about 5 years ago and I haven't been back to that yard since. had to drill a couple of holes, thats all. pm me and I will go back and look for it. clem Attached Images

05-21-2011, 09:04 AM	#9
defgone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Far north suburbs of Chi Posts: 17	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? is the 60-61 grill swap just as easy onto a 63?.. i prefer the look of the 4 headlights over the 2 as well...

05-24-2011, 04:42 PM	#10
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? This is a 1960 grill. The 1961 has "Chevrolet", "floating" in the middle of the grill bars.[/QUOTE] thanks dude for the heads up... not really sure about those earlier grills. i do like the dual headlights much better. scored another "60" grill for my current project. question??? has anybody tried the spray-on type of chrome plating thats out there? i'm curious about quality and cost differences.

05-18-2011, 01:01 AM	#11
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Man how did I miss this oppertunity. Am I to late to take you up on your offer?

05-18-2011, 11:55 AM	#12
Rogue Airport Bum Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Propwash (16Xray) D/FW, Texas Posts: 320	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/2387483494.html __________________ 1964 Chevrolet C-10 1941 Chevrolet coupe 1962 Thunderbird 1959 Edsel Villager 1963 Skylark

05-18-2011, 02:05 PM	#13
62 Longbed Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gresham , Oregon Posts: 588	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? I'm in the process of doing the same thing ... I finally got everything for the 62 grill , didn't like the way it looked ... Got a 1960 grill , being powdercoated , then I'll install .. Bolts up in my 62 with no problems ... Ordered a new wire harness for it ... Excited !!!! Better Looking .... Good Luck !! Last edited by 62 Longbed; 05-21-2011 at 12:12 AM.

05-18-2011, 11:57 PM	#14
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? It sure is. I really need to replace the one on my 62 its bent and I prefer to use a 60-61 grill.

05-19-2011, 08:23 PM	#15
steve'62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Goodyear,az Posts: 251	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified item. This includes but is not limited to What Its Worth, Want To Buy, Want To Trade, and For Sale. Please consider supporting the forum by subscribing. Further information on the subscription levels available are located here If you need any further assistance with that please contact any Admin for help. Last edited by N2TRUX; 05-23-2011 at 10:41 PM.

05-19-2011, 09:21 PM	#16
steve'62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Goodyear,az Posts: 251	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? This does look nice though! Attached Images



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05-19-2011, 10:15 PM	#17
62ShortStep Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Fountain Valley, CA Posts: 179	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? '62 grill (not mine): http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1962-...Q5fAccessories

05-20-2011, 08:47 PM	#18
62low72High Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Roanoke Va Posts: 33	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Bought my complete grille from Jonzcustomshop. The swap was a piece of cake. Went from 62 to 61 in a afternoon. Posted via Mobile Device __________________

05-23-2011, 06:56 PM	#19
steve'62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Goodyear,az Posts: 251	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified item. This includes but is not limited to What Its Worth, Want To Buy, Want To Trade, and For Sale. Please consider supporting the forum by subscribing. Further information on the subscription levels available are located here If you need any further assistance with that please contact any Admin for help. Last edited by N2TRUX; 05-23-2011 at 10:42 PM.

05-23-2011, 07:58 PM	#20
Dino Driver Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 107	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Try contacting this guy: http://www.stovebolt.com/RJ/ Helped me find something I had been looking for, for years. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456437 Last edited by N2TRUX; 05-23-2011 at 10:42 PM.

05-23-2011, 10:37 PM	#21
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? i just scored this 60 grill off a chimney sweep work truck in a junk yard on saturday. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

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N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Guys this is NOT the Classified Forum. Offer to buy and sell is against forum rules unless you are a subscribing member. Please keep that in mind or this thread will be closed. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

05-24-2011, 08:07 AM	#23
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? My 65 had that grill and I really liked it. Now my 61 Apache and it has a later model C10 hood. I still have the same combo. __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

05-24-2011, 07:23 PM	#24
steve'62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Goodyear,az Posts: 251	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? Nice score willy

06-24-2011, 12:51 AM	#25
iehotrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 393	Re: Has any changed grills from 62 to a 61 Apache? So I found the 60 grill I was looking for. Now I just need the headlight bezels and buckets does anyone know where I can find them?

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