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SuperCtruck · 02-25-2016, 11:01 AM

Hey guys I'm going with the original patina look on my 64 but I just can't decide if I should pull the original dealership installed bumper or slap on some nice chrome bumpers on front/back or just roll with what I have? It has polished aluminum front grill BTW and all trim down the side!

**aerotruk63** · 02-25-2016, 11:38 AM

Leave the patina, Pop some sparkle on it.

60chevyjim · 02-25-2016, 01:18 PM

on mine im putting some used chrome bumpers .
I have all used chrome to put on my truck too.
I would go with the chrome bumpers and
mabe a chrome 67-72 rear bumper with the 67-72 rear bumper brackets.

blown240 · 02-25-2016, 03:55 PM

Chrome bumpers....

edisonfire · 02-25-2016, 05:37 PM

I put chrome bumpers on mine. i like the chrome/patina look. i used a later model rear bumper that was used so the chrome wasnt as new looking.

davbowen · 02-25-2016, 07:26 PM

here's mine

**Palf70Step** · 02-25-2016, 07:44 PM

With 67-72 bumrer.

It looks great on our trucks.

NVS-C10 · 02-25-2016, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperCtruck

Hey guys I'm going with the original patina look on my 64 but I just can't decide if I should pull the original dealership installed bumper or slap on some nice chrome bumpers on front/back or just roll with what I have? It has polished aluminum front grill BTW and all trim down the side!

In my opinion..

If you're going to do aluminum grill and full trim then go used front and rear chrome sports bumpers..

If you're not going to do side trim then I'd say stick with that bumper you have (it's a cool piece)!

Here's my 63 SWB BBW Patina build.. it has every trim piece that could come with it so the front and rear chrome bumpers and bumper guards finish the look.. I will also be using the original aluminum grill too (not pictured).

Here's my 63 patina SWB Stepper.. No trim, white grill and bumpers.. plain Jane (except the caps)

**Palf70Step** · 02-25-2016, 08:29 PM

TJ's Chevy · 02-25-2016, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperCtruck

Hey guys I'm going with the original patina look on my 64 but I just can't decide if I should pull the original dealership installed bumper or slap on some nice chrome bumpers on front/back or just roll with what I have? It has polished aluminum front grill BTW and all trim down the side!

I'd get one of these. With or without the side skirts.

oem4me · 02-26-2016, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperCtruck

Hey guys I'm going with the original patina look on my 64 but I just can't decide if I should pull the original dealership installed bumper or slap on some nice chrome bumpers on front/back or just roll with what I have? It has polished aluminum front grill BTW and all trim down the side!

With that orig patina, your dealer bumper's paint fade is right at home. But to be honest, that particular style bumper is about the cheapest looking excuse for a bumper there was. Take no offense, please. IMO, it would look best with either a Barden-style step bumper or factory sport bumper wearing patina paint or worn chrome. Anything but new shiny repop bling.

wjjeeper · 02-26-2016, 12:29 AM

I was in the same boat decision what to do with the bumpers on my patina truck. Ultimately I fell in love with the heavy bumper on the rear and the original patina.

suburban99 · 02-26-2016, 02:45 AM

Here's the front and rear of my '62

Slow Build · 02-26-2016, 05:03 AM

I think the bumper that's on it now looks like it belongs there. If it ain't broke....

SuperCtruck · 02-26-2016, 10:38 AM

All great advice guys thanks. I guess I'll wait and see after I put the new motor in and lower the truck if the bumper still works for me. I know I'll be curios to see what a chrome bumper would look like so maybe I could just swap them out from time to time, lol

SuperCtruck · 02-26-2016, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by NVS-C10

In my opinion..

If you're going to do aluminum grill and full trim then go used front and rear chrome sports bumpers..

If you're not going to do side trim then I'd say stick with that bumper you have (it's a cool piece)!

Here's my 63 SWB BBW Patina build.. it has every trim piece that could come with it so the front and rear chrome bumpers and bumper guards finish the look.. I will also be using the original aluminum grill too (not pictured).

Here's my 63 patina SWB Stepper.. No trim, white grill and bumpers.. plain Jane (except the caps)

Awesome!!! What the specs on your drop on the 63 swb fleet side?

SuperCtruck · 02-26-2016, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by edisonfire

I put chrome bumpers on mine. i like the chrome/patina look. i used a later model rear bumper that was used so the chrome wasnt as new looking.

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Originally Posted by davbowen

here's mine

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

With 67-72 bumrer.

It looks great on our trucks.

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Originally Posted by TJ's Chevy

I'd get one of these. With or without the side skirts.

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Originally Posted by suburban99

Here's the front and rear of my '62

Thanks for sharing Fellas

the 67-72 bumpers do look pretty trick on these first gens. Awesome!!!

NVS-C10 · 02-26-2016, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperCtruck

Awesome!!! What the specs on your drop on the 63 swb fleet side?

Front is stock coils with 1.5 coils cut off from bottom and shock relocaters. I will be adding CPP 6-Lug Disc Brake Kit with 2.5" Drop Spindles in a few weeks. Rear has 2" CPP Drop Blocks, CPP C-Notch, CPP Deluxe Trac Bar Kit, and shock relocaters I fabbed up myself. I have a 3.5" piece of wood between the frame and notch to simulate my ride height for now, but I will be running bags in the back only when complete.

Check out my build thread:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691690

C/10 King · 02-27-2016, 12:29 AM

Used chrome bumpers are the way to go..... especially with the moldings and a non-painted grill.

dracko · 02-27-2016, 01:22 AM

IMO, I dig the bumper that's on there, but if ya do decide on chrome, could ya hit a new bumper with some steel wool or something to knock some bling out of it. I don't usually support faux-Tina, haha, but this is an exception

SuperCtruck · 02-28-2016, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by C/10 King

Used chrome bumpers are the way to go..... especially with the moldings and a non-painted grill.

yeah, that's kind of what I'm leaning towards going chrome front/back but used goods out here in Colorado are getting tougher to come by for these trucks. Awesome

trucks as always C10king

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Originally Posted by dracko

IMO, I dig the bumper that's on there, but if ya do decide on chrome, could ya hit a new bumper with some steel wool or something to knock some bling out of it. I don't usually support faux-Tina, haha, but this is an exception

yeah or I might try my hardest to track down some used stuff not so blingy

02-25-2016, 11:01 AM	#1
SuperCtruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Castle rock colorado Posts: 183	Rear Bumper decision? Hey guys I'm going with the original patina look on my 64 but I just can't decide if I should pull the original dealership installed bumper or slap on some nice chrome bumpers on front/back or just roll with what I have? It has polished aluminum front grill BTW and all trim down the side! Attached Images __________________ 1949 Chevrolet 5 window 1970 C10 CST swb, fleet side 1964 C10 swb, bbw 1968 Camaro coupe 1968 camaro convertible (cream puff) 1972 K10 swb 4wd SuperCheyenne

02-25-2016, 11:38 AM	#2
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02-25-2016, 01:18 PM	#3
60chevyjim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: tarboro nc. Posts: 400	Re: Rear Bumper decision? on mine im putting some used chrome bumpers . I have all used chrome to put on my truck too. I would go with the chrome bumpers and mabe a chrome 67-72 rear bumper with the 67-72 rear bumper brackets. Last edited by 60chevyjim; 02-25-2016 at 01:25 PM.

02-25-2016, 03:55 PM	#4
blown240 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA Posts: 772	Re: Rear Bumper decision? Chrome bumpers.... __________________ '61 Panel - Helms Bakery Truck - Daily Driver - FOR SALE

02-25-2016, 05:37 PM	#5
edisonfire Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Oklahoma City, Ok Posts: 51	Re: Rear Bumper decision? I put chrome bumpers on mine. i like the chrome/patina look. i used a later model rear bumper that was used so the chrome wasnt as new looking.

02-25-2016, 07:26 PM	#6
davbowen Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: grand blanc.mi. Posts: 175	Re: Rear Bumper decision? here's mine Attached Images Last edited by davbowen; 02-25-2016 at 07:27 PM. Reason: no pictur

02-25-2016, 07:44 PM	#7
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,090	Re: Rear Bumper decision? With 67-72 bumrer. It looks great on our trucks. Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-25-2016, 08:29 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,090	Re: Rear Bumper decision? __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-26-2016, 12:29 AM	#12
wjjeeper Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cold Lake, AB Posts: 402	Re: Rear Bumper decision? I was in the same boat decision what to do with the bumpers on my patina truck. Ultimately I fell in love with the heavy bumper on the rear and the original patina. __________________ Follow me on Instagram http://instagram.com/ryno._b

02-26-2016, 02:45 AM	#13
suburban99 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Mission BC Posts: 452	Re: Rear Bumper decision? Here's the front and rear of my '62 Attached Images

02-26-2016, 05:03 AM	#14
Slow Build Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: California Delta Posts: 2,163	Re: Rear Bumper decision? I think the bumper that's on it now looks like it belongs there. If it ain't broke.... __________________ Name: Rich Current Ride: 1964 C-10 Short Fleetside Daily Driver: 2005 GMC crew cab short fleetside /2001 Chevy Tahoe Past GM Trucks: 1959 GMC short stepside 1968 GMC short stepside-4x4 1973 Chevy short stepside 1989 Chevy short fleetside-reg cab 1993 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab 2002 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab Save the dinosaurs, use synthetic oil.

02-26-2016, 10:38 AM	#15
SuperCtruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Castle rock colorado Posts: 183	Re: Rear Bumper decision? All great advice guys thanks. I guess I'll wait and see after I put the new motor in and lower the truck if the bumper still works for me. I know I'll be curios to see what a chrome bumper would look like so maybe I could just swap them out from time to time, lol __________________ 1949 Chevrolet 5 window 1970 C10 CST swb, fleet side 1964 C10 swb, bbw 1968 Camaro coupe 1968 camaro convertible (cream puff) 1972 K10 swb 4wd SuperCheyenne

02-27-2016, 12:29 AM	#19
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: Rear Bumper decision? Used chrome bumpers are the way to go..... especially with the moldings and a non-painted grill. Attached Images __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

02-27-2016, 01:22 AM	#20
dracko Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Regina, SK Posts: 804	Re: Rear Bumper decision? IMO, I dig the bumper that's on there, but if ya do decide on chrome, could ya hit a new bumper with some steel wool or something to knock some bling out of it. I don't usually support faux-Tina, haha, but this is an exception



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