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hank · 08-12-2003, 02:44 AM

putting trim and emblems back on and am having a hard time putting on my "cheyenne 10" emblems. i have my inner fenders off still and i can reach the front nut to tighten, but the rear one is tough.

any suggestions, tips? do i need to take the fender all of the way off?

thanks for any help.

Southpa · 08-12-2003, 03:40 AM

yeah, unfortunately that is what needs to be done. You can remove the bolts holding down the rear part of the fender then loosen the forward bolts and "flex" the fender out enough to get your hand in there. I'll be looking at the same problem after I get the truck painted.

ChevLoRay · 08-12-2003, 08:20 AM

I am gonna weld up all of the holes in my body, and not put any of the trim and emblems back on it. That way, I won't have to worry about getting my big hands in those tight places.

Longhorn Man · 08-13-2003, 05:31 PM

Didn't some one use some plastic press in deal?
I think they got them at NAPA?
Anyone?

RShaips · 08-13-2003, 07:56 PM

Oh Sh$t ! I am putting my truck back together and was going to leave those off until my painter buffed out and touched up my truck , guess I should just try to get them on now. Thanks for the info

tom hand · 08-13-2003, 09:44 PM

It's a pain in the butt...but you can get the emblems on/off with the fender in place.[with the inner fenders off] If you have new emblems run the nuts on first to cut some "threads" in the studs. The front nut is not too bad but that back one will get you cussing. I used a tappet wrench, which is nothing more than a really long open end wrench. Tape the nut to the end of the whench....after about 15 trys you will get it started then it is no problem. Now go drink a beer, sit back and enjoy your work

FRENCHBLUE72 · 08-13-2003, 09:49 PM

Someone on the board made a special tool and even included a pic of it??? Brain fart on who it was though?

**68 Stepside** · 08-13-2003, 09:50 PM

there was a member on here (flice72c10, or something like that), that used a long screwdriver with a wrench taped to it, to put the rear emblem nuts on

krazy_texan · 08-13-2003, 11:10 PM

hey guys what you do is get your kids out there, usually you have to bribe them because if they are anything like my little bro he does not like to help me.

FILICE72C10 · 08-13-2003, 11:53 PM

that was this guy. I used the press in inserts from Napa for the other side. They work great

Hooter · 08-14-2003, 01:06 AM

how bout just some 3M general trim adhesive?

VTKidder · 08-14-2003, 06:43 AM

That's what I was wondering; it'd work great for a big square emblem like Cheyenne10 or the bowtie with 10 under it, but I have a Custom10, and all the lettering is spelled out. I'd have to add the tape, then x-acto out around all the letters. Still prolly easier than the above though. Good thought.

Maximum Overdrive · 08-14-2003, 07:15 AM

THe only sane way to put the emblems back on is to pick up the inserts from Napa and use them. Makes it so much easiere to remove them and put them back on without having to deal with all the hassle of regular nuts. Makes it real easy to pop them on and off when waxing also.

VTKidder · 08-14-2003, 07:51 AM

I know the inserts you're talking about; plastic with directional teeth that slide in, but bite when trying to pull them out, but how do they mount to the emblems? Usually there is an oval standoff hole in the plastic piece you are attaching that the head of the insert fits into. Just curious.

Maximum Overdrive · 08-14-2003, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by VTKidder
I know the inserts you're talking about; plastic with directional teeth that slide in, but bite when trying to pull them out, but how do they mount to the emblems? Usually there is an oval standoff hole in the plastic piece you are attaching that the head of the insert fits into. Just curious.

The ones I have always used were made of metal and they just slide right into the existing holes and then you could pop the emblems on and off.

palallin · 08-18-2003, 04:30 PM

Does anyone have a part number (or at least the proper name) for these?

Quote:

Originally posted by Maximum Overdrive

The ones I have always used were made of metal and they just slide right into the existing holes and then you could pop the emblems on and off.

Longhorn Man · 08-18-2003, 04:37 PM

I dunno...but I have been thinking about running to my NAPA and finding out.

bobs409 · 08-18-2003, 05:55 PM

I suggest taking your emblems to a paint/body supply store and asking for clips to install them. They may be called "barrel nuts" but not sure.

They are metal and slip into the hole, then the emblem studs snap into them.

I've used them for my C/10 emblems and they work great!

highboy_04 · 08-18-2003, 06:06 PM

when you guys talk about being able to take the emblem off easier to wax and stuff doesnt that mean it is easier for someone to walk by and steal it off the truck?

palallin · 08-18-2003, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by highboy_04
when you guys talk about being able to take the emblem off easier to wax and stuff doesnt that mean it is easier for someone to walk by and steal it off the truck?

Not likely in my neck o' the woods, and I just don't wan't to have to fight the trim when we paint (or try to put it on with the stock nuts afterwards).

08-12-2003, 02:44 AM	#1
hank Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: texas, usa Posts: 194	fender emblems putting trim and emblems back on and am having a hard time putting on my "cheyenne 10" emblems. i have my inner fenders off still and i can reach the front nut to tighten, but the rear one is tough. any suggestions, tips? do i need to take the fender all of the way off? thanks for any help.

08-12-2003, 03:40 AM	#2
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	yeah, unfortunately that is what needs to be done. You can remove the bolts holding down the rear part of the fender then loosen the forward bolts and "flex" the fender out enough to get your hand in there. I'll be looking at the same problem after I get the truck painted. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

08-12-2003, 08:20 AM	#3
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	I am gonna weld up all of the holes in my body, and not put any of the trim and emblems back on it. That way, I won't have to worry about getting my big hands in those tight places. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-13-2003, 09:44 PM	#6
tom hand CCRider Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Olive Branch,MS,USA Posts: 2,232	It's a pain in the butt...but you can get the emblems on/off with the fender in place.[with the inner fenders off] If you have new emblems run the nuts on first to cut some "threads" in the studs. The front nut is not too bad but that back one will get you cussing. I used a tappet wrench, which is nothing more than a really long open end wrench. Tape the nut to the end of the whench....after about 15 trys you will get it started then it is no problem. Now go drink a beer, sit back and enjoy your work __________________ 72 GMC Sierra SWB almost finished---- 84 Softail Olive Branch MS

08-13-2003, 09:49 PM	#7
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Someone on the board made a special tool and even included a pic of it??? Brain fart on who it was though? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

08-13-2003, 05:31 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Didn't some one use some plastic press in deal? I think they got them at NAPA? Anyone?

08-13-2003, 07:56 PM	#5
RShaips Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Augusta Missouri Posts: 804	Oh Sh$t ! I am putting my truck back together and was going to leave those off until my painter buffed out and touched up my truck , guess I should just try to get them on now. Thanks for the info

08-13-2003, 09:50 PM	#8
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	there was a member on here (flice72c10, or something like that), that used a long screwdriver with a wrench taped to it, to put the rear emblem nuts on __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

08-13-2003, 11:10 PM	#9
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	hey guys what you do is get your kids out there, usually you have to bribe them because if they are anything like my little bro he does not like to help me. __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

08-13-2003, 11:53 PM	#10
FILICE72C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 270	that was this guy. I used the press in inserts from Napa for the other side. They work great Attached Images __________________ 72 C10 SWB 02 Subaru WRX 95 Nissan 240SX

08-14-2003, 01:06 AM	#11
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	how bout just some 3M general trim adhesive? __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

08-14-2003, 06:43 AM	#12
VTKidder Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 996	That's what I was wondering; it'd work great for a big square emblem like Cheyenne10 or the bowtie with 10 under it, but I have a Custom10, and all the lettering is spelled out. I'd have to add the tape, then x-acto out around all the letters. Still prolly easier than the above though. Good thought.

08-14-2003, 07:15 AM	#13
Maximum Overdrive December 21, 2012 Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Black Eagle, Montana Posts: 1,634	THe only sane way to put the emblems back on is to pick up the inserts from Napa and use them. Makes it so much easiere to remove them and put them back on without having to deal with all the hassle of regular nuts. Makes it real easy to pop them on and off when waxing also.

08-14-2003, 07:51 AM	#14
VTKidder Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 996	I know the inserts you're talking about; plastic with directional teeth that slide in, but bite when trying to pull them out, but how do they mount to the emblems? Usually there is an oval standoff hole in the plastic piece you are attaching that the head of the insert fits into. Just curious.

08-18-2003, 04:37 PM	#17
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I dunno...but I have been thinking about running to my NAPA and finding out.



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08-18-2003, 05:55 PM	#18
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	I suggest taking your emblems to a paint/body supply store and asking for clips to install them. They may be called "barrel nuts" but not sure. They are metal and slip into the hole, then the emblem studs snap into them. I've used them for my C/10 emblems and they work great! __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

08-18-2003, 06:06 PM	#19
highboy_04 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: kansas Posts: 1,071	when you guys talk about being able to take the emblem off easier to wax and stuff doesnt that mean it is easier for someone to walk by and steal it off the truck? __________________ '67 c10 350/th350

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