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1970pelle · 01-23-2015, 12:34 PM

I'm in need of a new grille for my 86 C20 with dual headlamp bulbs. LMC doesn't offer a replacement for my truck. There must be a vender that does or is it back to the dealer ? I was just planning on a plan gray grille without the Bowtie.
And painting the thick strip in the middle of the grille myself. Also replacing the headlamp bezels at the same time.

Thanks Ken

Eraser475 · 01-23-2015, 12:53 PM

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=43

1970pelle · 01-23-2015, 01:28 PM

And you are showing me what on this page ? There is no part number for a dual headlamp grille. I wrote LMC last nite and there reply was sorry we do not offer a grille for 1985-86 dual headlamp equipt trucks.

Ken

Eraser475 · 01-23-2015, 01:59 PM

What do you mean "dual headlamp"? Like the 88-91 blazer style?

**rs74** · 01-23-2015, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Eraser475

What do you mean "dual headlamp"? Like the 88-91 blazer style?

Like the pic in his avatar.

Eraser475 · 01-23-2015, 02:06 PM

Aren't grilles the same no matter how many headlights? It's the bezels and core support that change

Oldriginal86 · 01-23-2015, 09:30 PM

I thought my '86 had the original grill until I pulled it out and found made in China on the back. Don't know who makes it but it has the bow tie.

jetmech85 · 01-24-2015, 01:37 AM

I was thinking about the same thing, using a dual headlight grille in a quad headlight core support and headlight bezels. I don't see why it wouldn't work. I bought a Silverado grille for my '86 that had the holes for the bowtie and chrome trim from Rock Auto and they list the plain ones without bowtie and holes also. Price was less than $30 and $30 for shipping. Got the headlight bezels too. Quality was good. I would buy again. Bought a GMC grille also and quality was not so good. I would not buy again.

Nodnarb76 · 01-24-2015, 02:37 PM

I was going to recommend the rock auto grille as well.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...777&cc=1300835
Looks like it has the holes for the trim and bowtie!

1970pelle · 02-25-2015, 11:20 AM

An update on my 1986 Grille replacement search. I ended up ordering two grilles from two different vendors. The winner turned out to be RockAuto Parts.
They sold me a Keystone replacement grille. I'm very pleased with it, and for the money you can't find anything better. As far as I looked in this price range.
I paid $ 28.00 plus shipping.
I didn't buy new headlamp doors, mine are reusable. So a quick rub with a piece of scotch brite pad. I also used the scotch brite on the new grille it had over run. Or little tails here and there from the molding process. I haven't painted everything yet, waiting on the weather(rain) I want all the pieces to match.
A nice fresh front look. One more thing off the long list.

Thanks for all input guys.

Ken

**TKCR** · 02-25-2015, 12:13 PM

http://www.usa1industries.com/1973-1...ts_per_page=50

I ordered mine from here. I wanted the factory looks also. They have an assortment for styles, years and headlight setup

**TKCR** · 02-25-2015, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1970pelle

An update on my 1986 Grille replacement search. I ended up ordering two grilles from two different vendors. The winner turned out to be RockAuto Parts.
They sold me a Keystone replacement grille. I'm very pleased with it, and for the money you can't find anything better. As far as I looked in this price range.
I paid $ 28.00 plus shipping.
I didn't buy new headlamp doors, mine are reusable. So a quick rub with a piece of scotch brite pad. I also used the scotch brite on the new grille it had over run. Or little tails here and there from the molding process. I haven't painted everything yet, waiting on the weather(rain) I want all the pieces to match.
A nice fresh front look. One more thing off the long list.

Thanks for all input guys.

Ken

I looked at Rock Auto, the only thing I don't see, is where you can get the left & right side molding for that grill. The molding that gets painted the color of the truck.

1970pelle · 02-25-2015, 01:25 PM

No they don't sell the paint to match moldings that snap in place toward the center of the grille. Doesn't quite make since to only sell half the part ? But most likely there thinking is these moldings are reusable. Which on my truck and grille I am going to be able to save those two piece's. I just have to refresh the paint.

Ken

**TKCR** · 02-25-2015, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970pelle

No they don't sell the paint to match moldings that snap in place toward the center of the grille. Doesn't quite make since to only sell half the part ? But most likely there thinking is these moldings are reusable. Which on my truck and grille I am going to be able to save those two piece's. I just have to refresh the paint.

Ken

The place I got mine from, did have the right & left moldings, I can't wait until it comes. I have a Billet Grille now, but I really love the original stock look.

Ken, post photos when you get yours installed, I'd like to see it.

86c20 · 02-25-2015, 07:28 PM

just so you know. i have a 4 light grill in my 2 light truck. have had a 2 light in a 4 light all the same. i think the 2 light with the 4 light grill looks better then the 2 light grill

jetmech85 · 02-26-2015, 12:24 AM

My two headlight grille from Rock Auto should be here by Friday. I am putting it on a four headlight core support. I thought about the park lights after I ordered it. They won't fit the grille because they were below the headlights and not mounted in the grille. Looks like a good place for that pristine '81-'82 bumper that I have.

jetmech85 · 04-15-2015, 11:34 PM

Those body colored trim pieces are actually stainless steel. I have three used sets and they all have rock dings but could be repaired. I am thinking about some sort of vinyl tape from a graphics or sign shop may be more durable than paint. They are also side specific and the bowtie also needs plastic spacers that don't come with the grille.

**TKCR** · 04-16-2015, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by jetmech85

Those body colored trim pieces are actually stainless steel. I have three used sets and they all have rock dings but could be repaired. I am thinking about some sort of vinyl tape from a graphics or sign shop may be more durable than paint. They are also side specific and the bowtie also needs plastic spacers that don't come with the grille.

Would you be willing to part with a set? Maybe post pics to see how rock dinged they are?

jetmech85 · 04-16-2015, 02:49 PM

Maybe so after I become a premium member, get closer to finishing my build and know for sure what I am going to have left over.

01-23-2015, 12:34 PM	#1
1970pelle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 500	Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps I'm in need of a new grille for my 86 C20 with dual headlamp bulbs. LMC doesn't offer a replacement for my truck. There must be a vender that does or is it back to the dealer ? I was just planning on a plan gray grille without the Bowtie. And painting the thick strip in the middle of the grille myself. Also replacing the headlamp bezels at the same time. Thanks Ken

01-23-2015, 12:53 PM	#2
Eraser475 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Echo, MN Posts: 107	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=43 __________________ Dad's: 1973 Chevy C-60 Grain Truck 366 Big Block Dad's: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10 Dad's: 1987 Chevy Silverado TBI 350 R-10 Dad's: 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500HD SLT Mine: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10

01-23-2015, 01:28 PM	#3
1970pelle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 500	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps And you are showing me what on this page ? There is no part number for a dual headlamp grille. I wrote LMC last nite and there reply was sorry we do not offer a grille for 1985-86 dual headlamp equipt trucks. Ken

01-23-2015, 01:59 PM	#4
Eraser475 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Echo, MN Posts: 107	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps What do you mean "dual headlamp"? Like the 88-91 blazer style? __________________ Dad's: 1973 Chevy C-60 Grain Truck 366 Big Block Dad's: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10 Dad's: 1987 Chevy Silverado TBI 350 R-10 Dad's: 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500HD SLT Mine: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10

01-23-2015, 02:06 PM	#6
Eraser475 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Echo, MN Posts: 107	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps Aren't grilles the same no matter how many headlights? It's the bezels and core support that change __________________ Dad's: 1973 Chevy C-60 Grain Truck 366 Big Block Dad's: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10 Dad's: 1987 Chevy Silverado TBI 350 R-10 Dad's: 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500HD SLT Mine: 1982 Chevy Silverado 6.2L Diesel K-10

01-23-2015, 09:30 PM	#7
Oldriginal86 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Pasadena, Maryland Posts: 160	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps I thought my '86 had the original grill until I pulled it out and found made in China on the back. Don't know who makes it but it has the bow tie.

01-24-2015, 01:37 AM	#8
jetmech85 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 215	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps I was thinking about the same thing, using a dual headlight grille in a quad headlight core support and headlight bezels. I don't see why it wouldn't work. I bought a Silverado grille for my '86 that had the holes for the bowtie and chrome trim from Rock Auto and they list the plain ones without bowtie and holes also. Price was less than $30 and $30 for shipping. Got the headlight bezels too. Quality was good. I would buy again. Bought a GMC grille also and quality was not so good. I would not buy again.

01-24-2015, 02:37 PM	#9
Nodnarb76 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Mississippi Posts: 501	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps I was going to recommend the rock auto grille as well. http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...777&cc=1300835 Looks like it has the holes for the trim and bowtie! __________________ 1987 R20 Suburban LQ4/4L80e swap: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693824

02-25-2015, 11:20 AM	#10
1970pelle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 500	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps An update on my 1986 Grille replacement search. I ended up ordering two grilles from two different vendors. The winner turned out to be RockAuto Parts. They sold me a Keystone replacement grille. I'm very pleased with it, and for the money you can't find anything better. As far as I looked in this price range. I paid $ 28.00 plus shipping. I didn't buy new headlamp doors, mine are reusable. So a quick rub with a piece of scotch brite pad. I also used the scotch brite on the new grille it had over run. Or little tails here and there from the molding process. I haven't painted everything yet, waiting on the weather(rain) I want all the pieces to match. A nice fresh front look. One more thing off the long list. Thanks for all input guys. Ken

02-25-2015, 12:13 PM	#11
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,979	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps http://www.usa1industries.com/1973-1...ts_per_page=50 I ordered mine from here. I wanted the factory looks also. They have an assortment for styles, years and headlight setup

02-25-2015, 01:25 PM	#13
1970pelle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 500	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps No they don't sell the paint to match moldings that snap in place toward the center of the grille. Doesn't quite make since to only sell half the part ? But most likely there thinking is these moldings are reusable. Which on my truck and grille I am going to be able to save those two piece's. I just have to refresh the paint. Ken

02-25-2015, 07:28 PM	#15
86c20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: edgartown mass Posts: 852	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps just so you know. i have a 4 light grill in my 2 light truck. have had a 2 light in a 4 light all the same. i think the 2 light with the 4 light grill looks better then the 2 light grill __________________ 1986 c20 "the hillbilly" 350 sm465 3.42gears 21mpg at 70mph 1985 k30 "the ice cream truck from hell" no rust az truck 197-8??? c30 "ramp truck" 454 1978 monte carlo 350 350th with 2.73 gears. no rust. sc car

02-26-2015, 12:24 AM	#16
jetmech85 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 215	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps My two headlight grille from Rock Auto should be here by Friday. I am putting it on a four headlight core support. I thought about the park lights after I ordered it. They won't fit the grille because they were below the headlights and not mounted in the grille. Looks like a good place for that pristine '81-'82 bumper that I have.

04-15-2015, 11:34 PM	#17
jetmech85 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 215	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps Those body colored trim pieces are actually stainless steel. I have three used sets and they all have rock dings but could be repaired. I am thinking about some sort of vinyl tape from a graphics or sign shop may be more durable than paint. They are also side specific and the bowtie also needs plastic spacers that don't come with the grille.

04-16-2015, 02:49 PM	#19
jetmech85 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 215	Re: Need replacement grille for 1986 dual headlamps Maybe so after I become a premium member, get closer to finishing my build and know for sure what I am going to have left over.



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