which 71-72 grille...??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bigvinnie · 02-22-2006, 03:46 AM

I see there are 3 grilles being sold by the vendors... nos, repro or chromed steel... would appreciate any opinions concerning fit, finish and overall experience with the repro or chromed versions, trying to decide which way to go...

thanks...

**special-K** · 02-22-2006, 08:16 AM

I/ve neever seen fitment issues with any reprobuction trim.The chromed(or primed)strrl grilles are new,yet.I could tell you about fitment.The chrome could pit,then rust.But,it`s an easy piece to keep up on and shouldn`t be a problem for you unless you spend alot of time at the ocean.

Bill72BB · 02-22-2006, 11:11 AM

I have a Repo on BB still looks great after 2 yr's , Had to redrill or adj. most of the rivet holes after lining it up . I can post a Pic if you need one .

bigvinnie · 02-22-2006, 12:54 PM

thanks for the replies.... my original grille is dent-free but the finish has dulled over the years, and I don't want to go the oven cleaner and polishing route...
However, it lasted about 10 years before starting to get hazy... the chrome one sounds interesting if it fits ok.

Brothers Truck Parts is about an hour drive, might pay to go have a look at the choices and then decide.

thanks again.

Bill72BB · 02-22-2006, 01:06 PM

Vin; if you want to make a day of it , I got mine at the Truck Shop in Brea they sometimes have items with some minor flaws that they sell at a discount .

*bskylerj* · 02-22-2006, 01:14 PM

I have the new chrome grill with the billet insert and it is very nice. I love it.

matthufham · 02-23-2006, 11:26 AM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=181329

if your grill is dent free then you might want to see this faq to rejuvinate it.

02-22-2006, 03:46 AM	#1
bigvinnie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: escondido, ca 92026 Posts: 1,222	which 71-72 grille...??? I see there are 3 grilles being sold by the vendors... nos, repro or chromed steel... would appreciate any opinions concerning fit, finish and overall experience with the repro or chromed versions, trying to decide which way to go... thanks... __________________ '72 short step, 350, 700R4, tilt, ps, pdb, a/c, lowered coils, etc., other work in progress... San Diego, CA 72 Stepside Project

02-22-2006, 08:16 AM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? I/ve neever seen fitment issues with any reprobuction trim.The chromed(or primed)strrl grilles are new,yet.I could tell you about fitment.The chrome could pit,then rust.But,it`s an easy piece to keep up on and shouldn`t be a problem for you unless you spend alot of time at the ocean. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-22-2006, 11:11 AM	#3
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? I have a Repo on BB still looks great after 2 yr's , Had to redrill or adj. most of the rivet holes after lining it up . I can post a Pic if you need one . __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

02-22-2006, 12:54 PM	#4
bigvinnie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: escondido, ca 92026 Posts: 1,222	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? thanks for the replies.... my original grille is dent-free but the finish has dulled over the years, and I don't want to go the oven cleaner and polishing route... However, it lasted about 10 years before starting to get hazy... the chrome one sounds interesting if it fits ok. Brothers Truck Parts is about an hour drive, might pay to go have a look at the choices and then decide. thanks again. __________________ '72 short step, 350, 700R4, tilt, ps, pdb, a/c, lowered coils, etc., other work in progress... San Diego, CA 72 Stepside Project

02-22-2006, 01:06 PM	#5
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? Vin; if you want to make a day of it , I got mine at the Truck Shop in Brea they sometimes have items with some minor flaws that they sell at a discount . __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

02-22-2006, 01:14 PM	#6
bskylerj Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SPOKANE, WASHINGTON Posts: 1,001	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? I have the new chrome grill with the billet insert and it is very nice. I love it.

02-23-2006, 11:26 AM	#7
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	Re: which 71-72 grille...??? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=181329 if your grill is dent free then you might want to see this faq to rejuvinate it.

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