hood interchangeability 67 - 72 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

tranz am · 09-01-2010, 12:22 PM

I have a 69 GMC and i want to use a slop nose hood instead.
I was told that I could use a 67 or 68 hood on it with no problem since its a GMC. It appears to have a 67 fender on it right now. Can anyone tell me if this is true and what my options are? Thanks.

ChevLoRay · 09-01-2010, 12:29 PM

There are differences in Chevy and GMC, for sure. But, I don't think the hoods are interchangeable like you'd like to think. I'm with you, though. The style you like (67-68) was deemed "too feminine" by the GM design brass and that is where the change was made for the '69 models. Harry Bentley Bradley said all that in an interview that he did in a Classic Trucks or Custom Classic Trucks magazine, several years ago.

I know there are some details about the fenders that are addressed by the trim on the leading edge, but I saw another post last night where the poster had a '69-72 with a '68-69 hood. There was a gap at the rear of the hood, at the cowl, for one of the issues.

You can pancake the later hood, and get lower slope (less vertical) and make it more like what you want. But, the amount of pancake you can achieve, is limited to what will still clear the radiator support....and those supports are different, too....early to late.

Dingfodgy · 09-01-2010, 01:39 PM

You CAN use the 67/68 hood with your '69 fenders! The issue being the grille. On 69 and later models the top "filler strip" was designed to match up with the upright profile of the hood. To use a slope-nose hood, you'll need to source the 67/68 top bar and rivet/bolt it on in place of the 69 version you have. From what I've seen, they aren't being reproduced so you'll probably have to scour the parts board here or your local-ish Craigslist to find what you need. Oh yeah, you'll also need the 67/68 hood latch too!

Happy hunting- with a little patience you should be able to get what you need. In fact there was a 68 GMC here in Portland that was being parted out. If you like I can see if the grille assembly is still available and try to snag that top bar if you like. PM me if interested.

Below is a pic of the part that you need to find.

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tranz am · 09-01-2010, 10:49 PM

Thanks guys thats exactly what I wanted to hear. Now I just gotta find a 67/68 hood here in northern CA.

Im interested in the parts there in your neck of the woods. I'll pm you.

71swb4x4 · 09-01-2010, 10:58 PM

I agree with Dingfodgy.

tranz am · 09-02-2010, 10:17 AM

Are the Chevy hoods different than the Gmc hoods? Could one do the same thing on a Chevy?

sameyrasmea72 · 09-02-2010, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by tranz am

Are the Chevy hoods different than the Gmc hoods? Could one do the same thing on a Chevy?

The hoods are the same, it is everything else that is different. To do this to a chevy is much more difficult than just changing the top bar on the grill.

EA69TRK · 09-02-2010, 12:35 PM

Try picknpull for a hood me and my dad went to the one on sunrise and there were 2 or 3 67-68s there then the picknpull on North Antelope Rd had another 2 or 3 I believe but I'm not sure if they're still there or not but just giving yah a point in the right direction.

tranz am · 09-02-2010, 04:21 PM

hey thanks! I guess I might have to take a drive out to Sac and see.

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Originally Posted by EA69TRK

Try picknpull for a hood me and my dad went to the one on sunrise and there were 2 or 3 67-68s there then the picknpull on North Antelope Rd had another 2 or 3 I believe but I'm not sure if they're still there or not but just giving yah a point in the right direction.

tranz am · 09-02-2010, 04:22 PM

what on a chevy needs to be done to run the early hood?

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Originally Posted by sameyrasmea72

The hoods are the same, it is everything else that is different. To do this to a chevy is much more difficult than just changing the top bar on the grill.

gregg72340 · 09-02-2010, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tranz am

what on a chevy needs to be done to run the early hood?

Basically everything that was told to the GMC guy plus the fenders

sameyrasmea72 · 09-02-2010, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by tranz am

what on a chevy needs to be done to run the early hood?

If you want a 69-72 chevy to have the look of a 67-68, you pretty much have to change the whole front end clip. Hood, fenders, core support, grill support/ hood latch.

PanelDeland · 09-02-2010, 05:17 PM

The best looking 67-68 sloped hood on a later truck I've ever seen was when the owner "pie cut" the original hood and laid the front back like the 67-68.

tranz am · 09-02-2010, 11:37 PM

id like to see what this looks like!

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

The best looking 67-68 sloped hood on a later truck I've ever seen was when the owner "pie cut" the original hood and laid the front back like the 67-68.

tranz am · 09-02-2010, 11:40 PM

Thats quite an undertaking.

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Originally Posted by sameyrasmea72

If you want a 69-72 chevy to have the look of a 67-68, you pretty much have to change the whole front end clip. Hood, fenders, core support, grill support/ hood latch.

Rideto100 · 09-02-2010, 11:49 PM

Check out the Lo-Buck build if I remember correctly he put a 67-68 hood on a 69-70 front clip. It is alot of work but it can be done.

**FL71C10** · 09-03-2010, 12:22 AM

So a 69 or 70GMC hood is the same as a 71 Chevy?

sameyrasmea72 · 09-03-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by FL71C10

So a 69 or 70GMC hood is the same as a 71 Chevy?

69-72 hoods are all the same with the exception of the GMC letters on the hood.

tranz am · 09-03-2010, 10:47 AM

I'll check it out

thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rideto100

Check out the Lo-Buck build if I remember correctly he put a 67-68 hood on a 69-70 front clip. It is alot of work but it can be done.

tranz am · 09-03-2010, 11:49 AM

Im having a hard time finding it. Can you link it?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rideto100

Check out the Lo-Buck build if I remember correctly he put a 67-68 hood on a 69-70 front clip. It is alot of work but it can be done.

69lemans · 09-03-2010, 02:31 PM

I think this is what you are looking for

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...highlight=hood

mexgrhd68 · 09-03-2010, 04:25 PM

i have a 68 chevy....can i use the front chrome hood lip from the GMC?, i like the way this GMC hood lip looks....and i have the GMC front grill in my garage now.

PanelDeland · 09-03-2010, 04:41 PM

The truck with the laid back hood was in a mag 6-8 years ago.CCT or CT.It was a shot of a finished truck and i read the write up on it since i knew a 67-68 hood wouldn't fit with the later front end.It just described the way it was done.Wish I could find a pic but I haven't had any luck.

EA69TRK · 09-03-2010, 09:54 PM

PanelDeland I remeber that truck I think my dad has the mag. I'll go look for it and snap some pics if I find it.

rondog4416 · 09-03-2010, 11:22 PM

I have a 69 gmc that i put a 67-68 chevy hood on it. You just have to change the top grille bar . The hood latch , and support are the same.it looks great !! Good luck on your truck

09-01-2010, 12:22 PM	#1
tranz am Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca Posts: 586	hood interchangeability 67 - 72 I have a 69 GMC and i want to use a slop nose hood instead. I was told that I could use a 67 or 68 hood on it with no problem since its a GMC. It appears to have a 67 fender on it right now. Can anyone tell me if this is true and what my options are? Thanks. __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456220 Best 1/4 mile time 12.1 @ 111 w/traction issues 1969 GMC SWB 1964 chevy II Nova ht

09-01-2010, 12:29 PM	#2
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 There are differences in Chevy and GMC, for sure. But, I don't think the hoods are interchangeable like you'd like to think. I'm with you, though. The style you like (67-68) was deemed "too feminine" by the GM design brass and that is where the change was made for the '69 models. Harry Bentley Bradley said all that in an interview that he did in a Classic Trucks or Custom Classic Trucks magazine, several years ago. I know there are some details about the fenders that are addressed by the trim on the leading edge, but I saw another post last night where the poster had a '69-72 with a '68-69 hood. There was a gap at the rear of the hood, at the cowl, for one of the issues. You can pancake the later hood, and get lower slope (less vertical) and make it more like what you want. But, the amount of pancake you can achieve, is limited to what will still clear the radiator support....and those supports are different, too....early to late. __________________ 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.

09-01-2010, 01:39 PM	#3
Dingfodgy Lemme show you something!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St.Helens, OR. Posts: 876	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 You CAN use the 67/68 hood with your '69 fenders! The issue being the grille. On 69 and later models the top "filler strip" was designed to match up with the upright profile of the hood. To use a slope-nose hood, you'll need to source the 67/68 top bar and rivet/bolt it on in place of the 69 version you have. From what I've seen, they aren't being reproduced so you'll probably have to scour the parts board here or your local-ish Craigslist to find what you need. Oh yeah, you'll also need the 67/68 hood latch too! Happy hunting- with a little patience you should be able to get what you need. In fact there was a 68 GMC here in Portland that was being parted out. If you like I can see if the grille assembly is still available and try to snag that top bar if you like. PM me if interested. Below is a pic of the part that you need to find. __________________ '67 CST-10 LWB ("Crusty") SOLD '67 GMC SWB ("Murdock") 2000 K1500 Suburban ("Betty") '95 BMW 325i ("Joy")

09-01-2010, 10:49 PM	#4
tranz am Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca Posts: 586	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 Thanks guys thats exactly what I wanted to hear. Now I just gotta find a 67/68 hood here in northern CA. Im interested in the parts there in your neck of the woods. I'll pm you. __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456220 Best 1/4 mile time 12.1 @ 111 w/traction issues 1969 GMC SWB 1964 chevy II Nova ht

09-01-2010, 10:58 PM	#5
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 I agree with Dingfodgy. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

09-02-2010, 10:17 AM	#6
tranz am Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, Ca Posts: 586	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 Are the Chevy hoods different than the Gmc hoods? Could one do the same thing on a Chevy? __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456220 Best 1/4 mile time 12.1 @ 111 w/traction issues 1969 GMC SWB 1964 chevy II Nova ht

09-02-2010, 12:35 PM	#8
EA69TRK Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sacramento,California Posts: 323	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 Try picknpull for a hood me and my dad went to the one on sunrise and there were 2 or 3 67-68s there then the picknpull on North Antelope Rd had another 2 or 3 I believe but I'm not sure if they're still there or not but just giving yah a point in the right direction. __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 Short Step -Project 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 -DD 2017 Laguna Orange Roadglide - Good Weather DD

09-02-2010, 05:17 PM	#13
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 The best looking 67-68 sloped hood on a later truck I've ever seen was when the owner "pie cut" the original hood and laid the front back like the 67-68. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

09-02-2010, 11:49 PM	#16
Rideto100 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Republic, Missouri Posts: 44	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 Check out the Lo-Buck build if I remember correctly he put a 67-68 hood on a 69-70 front clip. It is alot of work but it can be done.

09-03-2010, 12:22 AM	#17
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,508	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 So a 69 or 70GMC hood is the same as a 71 Chevy? __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

09-03-2010, 02:31 PM	#21
69lemans Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: simpsonville,sc Posts: 417	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 I think this is what you are looking for http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...highlight=hood

09-03-2010, 04:25 PM	#22
mexgrhd68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Visalia, CA. Posts: 327	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 i have a 68 chevy....can i use the front chrome hood lip from the GMC?, i like the way this GMC hood lip looks....and i have the GMC front grill in my garage now. __________________ 68 c-10 1/2 ton swb fleetside, 79 GMC Sierra Grande 1/2 ton swb fleetside, 99 Dodge Durango 4x4(wifes ride),53 and 55 chevy trucks(dads trucks ) 54 caddy 62 series 4 door(younger sons ride, aka 54caddy ) 70 caddy 2 door, 89 chevy silverado stepside(older sons rides )

09-03-2010, 04:41 PM	#23
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 The truck with the laid back hood was in a mag 6-8 years ago.CCT or CT.It was a shot of a finished truck and i read the write up on it since i knew a 67-68 hood wouldn't fit with the later front end.It just described the way it was done.Wish I could find a pic but I haven't had any luck. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

09-03-2010, 09:54 PM	#24
EA69TRK Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sacramento,California Posts: 323	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 PanelDeland I remeber that truck I think my dad has the mag. I'll go look for it and snap some pics if I find it. __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 Short Step -Project 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 -DD 2017 Laguna Orange Roadglide - Good Weather DD

09-03-2010, 11:22 PM	#25
rondog4416 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: puyallup wa Posts: 233	Re: hood interchangeability 67 - 72 I have a 69 gmc that i put a 67-68 chevy hood on it. You just have to change the top grille bar . The hood latch , and support are the same.it looks great !! Good luck on your truck



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