73-74 bowtie - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**N2TRUX** · 01-06-2011, 12:27 PM

We have witnessed a recent growth in popularity of the 74-74 grills for our trucks due to the unique styling that they offer. Unfortunately no one makes a reproduction grill or bowtie. For those of us that have been on a quest to find quality replacement pieces, it been a lesson in frustration. We have seen the prices on eBay go ballistic for NOS pieces, putting them out of reach for the average guy.

Fortunately the grills can still be found in restorable condition at a decent price. With a bit of work and some Eastwood paint, the grill can be brought back to life. What is almost impossible to find is a NOS 73-74 bowtie. Because of the design, they faded and deteriorated beyond repair rather quickly.

Recently forum member "KQQL IT" made a post that offered an alternative bowtie that would fit where the 73-74 unit went. It went unnoticed, so the discovery was missed. LINK I got a PM from KQQL IT with the information I needed to search one of these bowties out.

For referrence, they show two numbers on the back. The primary # is 672810 and the second # is 715626 which I have been told was superseded by 672810. These bowties are the same size as the 73-74 shape cast in to the grill, and have two studs for a mounting. Brad said they were originally from P chassis and had been sold through Grumman Olson.

Thanks to Brad ( KQQL IT) for sharing this info with me. It allowed me to locate an NOS bowtie and get one step closer to running a 73-74 grill.

They came with a blue center since these were pre73, but thats easily changed. Now if I could just find an NOS chrome grill that doesn't require a home improvement loan...

Jonboy · 01-06-2011, 12:45 PM

I bought one a couple of weeks ago. Scott bought two, so I picked one up off of him. He may want to sell the other grille.

edit- I will check and see. If not, I may let my original chrome grill go.

jchav62 · 01-06-2011, 01:51 PM

That's great information! Now to find one...

P.S. I have an extra 'chrome' 73-74 grille hanging on the wall in my garage... I was keeping it for a spare, but you never know..

**lolife99** · 01-06-2011, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

It allowed me to locate an NOS bowtie and get one step closer to running a 73-74 grill.

Don't tell me you're going to switch grilles in your black truck?
Or,... do you have another truck in the works???

77trailering · 01-06-2011, 03:29 PM

hey a grill like this...lol

**N2TRUX** · 01-07-2011, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Don't tell me you're going to switch grilles in your black truck?
Or,... do you have another truck in the works???

Nothing new in the works at this time. I am considering a fresh look for my 77 though.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77trailering

hey a grill like this...lol

Thats the one. You really need to stop showing me pics of that truck. I can't help but have visions of what it would look like slammed on billet wheels.

Jonboy · 01-07-2011, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77trailering

hey a grill like this...lol

Whatever happened to this truck? Did you guys end up parting it out?

GCncsuHD · 01-07-2011, 10:19 AM

On this same note, anyone know a good source for the brackets to install the 73/74 Grille? I picked one up in great shape for $20 a few weeks ago, and would like to put it on my 78.

77trailering · 01-07-2011, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonboy

Whatever happened to this truck? Did you guys end up parting it out?

on the back burner right now....i can not get my brother to move butt on it......

77trailering · 01-07-2011, 11:31 AM

hey on that emblem and any little parts, do you know if it would be infringment if i could reproduce some of those products.....i would hate to get any trouble, but i specialize in custom jewelry......

77trailering · 01-07-2011, 11:39 AM

could make them in silver, stainless, and brass.......not a bad idea, hmmmm.....lol

KQQL IT · 01-08-2011, 12:50 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevy...Q5fAccessories

slugish · 01-08-2011, 01:10 AM

Has anyone checked with top banana.com in Lynch burg Va. When I visited there last year they had a pristine looking repro. Also they were in the process of getting a repro 73-74 bowtie . May want to check them out

they are also a forum vender.

Did not inquire of the price at that time.

KQQL IT · 01-08-2011, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KQQL IT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevy...Q5fAccessories

I could'nt stand it. Its mine.

BigRed76 · 01-09-2011, 03:22 AM

So is there a company that makes repros/sells originals? Or is this something we have to scavenge Ebay for?

Grande Rojo · 01-09-2011, 09:15 AM

I put a 73 grill on my truck a few years ago and had to make a bowtie out of aluminum. But, I would like to find one of those.....So are there any left?

Top Banana · 01-10-2011, 09:18 AM

The '73-'74 grilles (painted with chrome trim and painted) will be available very shortly (5-6 weeks). They are done and so is the "Bowtie"

Here's a shot of the painted version before the bowtie was applied and before the screw pads were painted black

Soon the center grille support and then the outer supports will also be available. We don't have any pricing yet from the manufacturer so we can't help there yet.

Here is the foil bowtie

Top Banana · 01-10-2011, 09:20 AM

the grilles will come with the bowtie already installed on them.......just an FYI

GCncsuHD · 01-10-2011, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Top Banana

The '73-'74 grilles (painted with chrome trim and painted) will be available very shortly (5-6 weeks). They are done and so is the "Bowtie"

Here's a shot of the painted version before the bowtie was applied and before the screw pads were painted black

Soon the center grille support and then the outer supports will also be available. We don't have any pricing yet from the manufacturer so we can't help there yet.

Here is the foil bowtie

Can't wait. I already have a 73-74 grille, but I will definitely be down for the supports when you get those ready.

Top Banana · 01-10-2011, 10:09 AM

bad photo but this is the new center grille support

S10Fan · 01-10-2011, 10:16 AM

Thank you for the time and effort that went into this! I look forward to pricing information and I'm always up for a road trip to Lynchburg!

Top Banana · 01-10-2011, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S10Fan

Thank you for the time and effort that went into this! I look forward to pricing information and I'm always up for a road trip to Lynchburg!

Can a hampsterrod be passed off as a ratrod?

S10Fan · 01-10-2011, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Top Banana

Can a hampsterrod be passed off as a ratrod?

Sure can, but getting the little wheel in there requires a ton of fab work!

jchav62 · 01-10-2011, 10:40 AM

That's awesome!! I can't wait. So I'm assuming that the bowtie is available seperately?

**N2TRUX** · 01-10-2011, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchav62

That's awesome!! I can't wait. So I'm assuming that the bowtie is available separately?

Tim told me that they will be available separately at a later date. The first ones available will be a grill with the Bowtie already installed.

01-06-2011, 12:27 PM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	73-74 bowtie We have witnessed a recent growth in popularity of the 74-74 grills for our trucks due to the unique styling that they offer. Unfortunately no one makes a reproduction grill or bowtie. For those of us that have been on a quest to find quality replacement pieces, it been a lesson in frustration. We have seen the prices on eBay go ballistic for NOS pieces, putting them out of reach for the average guy. Fortunately the grills can still be found in restorable condition at a decent price. With a bit of work and some Eastwood paint, the grill can be brought back to life. What is almost impossible to find is a NOS 73-74 bowtie. Because of the design, they faded and deteriorated beyond repair rather quickly. Recently forum member "KQQL IT" made a post that offered an alternative bowtie that would fit where the 73-74 unit went. It went unnoticed, so the discovery was missed. LINK I got a PM from KQQL IT with the information I needed to search one of these bowties out. For referrence, they show two numbers on the back. The primary # is 672810 and the second # is 715626 which I have been told was superseded by 672810. These bowties are the same size as the 73-74 shape cast in to the grill, and have two studs for a mounting. Brad said they were originally from P chassis and had been sold through Grumman Olson. Thanks to Brad ( KQQL IT) for sharing this info with me. It allowed me to locate an NOS bowtie and get one step closer to running a 73-74 grill. They came with a blue center since these were pre73, but thats easily changed. Now if I could just find an NOS chrome grill that doesn't require a home improvement loan... Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 01-06-2011 at 08:29 PM.

01-06-2011, 12:45 PM	#2
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 73-74 bowtie I bought one a couple of weeks ago. Scott bought two, so I picked one up off of him. He may want to sell the other grille. edit- I will check and see. If not, I may let my original chrome grill go. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241 Last edited by Jonboy; 01-06-2011 at 12:45 PM.

01-06-2011, 01:51 PM	#3
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: 73-74 bowtie That's great information! Now to find one... P.S. I have an extra 'chrome' 73-74 grille hanging on the wall in my garage... I was keeping it for a spare, but you never know.. __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4 Last edited by jchav62; 01-06-2011 at 01:52 PM.

01-06-2011, 03:29 PM	#5
77trailering Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: houston Posts: 54	Re: 73-74 bowtie hey a grill like this...lol Attached Images Last edited by 77trailering; 01-06-2011 at 03:30 PM.

01-07-2011, 10:19 AM	#8
GCncsuHD Charlie Daniels w/ a Tq Wrench Join Date: May 2009 Location: Statesville, NC Posts: 1,570	Re: 73-74 bowtie On this same note, anyone know a good source for the brackets to install the 73/74 Grille? I picked one up in great shape for $20 a few weeks ago, and would like to put it on my 78. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ 67 C10 Shortbed "Great Grandpa's Truck" I6 3 on the Tree 71k original miles 5.3 swap in the works 69 K5 Blazer-Family Beach Cruiser Project 78 K30 Dually Semi-Retired Fire Truck 350/SM465 35"s SOLD01 2500HD ECSB 6.0 4x4 5.13's 8" lift 38"s

01-07-2011, 11:31 AM	#10
77trailering Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: houston Posts: 54	Re: 73-74 bowtie hey on that emblem and any little parts, do you know if it would be infringment if i could reproduce some of those products.....i would hate to get any trouble, but i specialize in custom jewelry...... Last edited by 77trailering; 01-07-2011 at 11:35 AM.

01-07-2011, 11:39 AM	#11
77trailering Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: houston Posts: 54	Re: 73-74 bowtie could make them in silver, stainless, and brass.......not a bad idea, hmmmm.....lol

01-08-2011, 12:50 AM	#12
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,254	Re: 73-74 bowtie http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevy...Q5fAccessories

01-08-2011, 01:10 AM	#13
slugish Slugish Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Earlysville, Va. Posts: 1,024	Re: 73-74 bowtie Has anyone checked with top banana.com in Lynch burg Va. When I visited there last year they had a pristine looking repro. Also they were in the process of getting a repro 73-74 bowtie . May want to check them out they are also a forum vender. Did not inquire of the price at that time.

01-09-2011, 03:22 AM	#15
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: 73-74 bowtie So is there a company that makes repros/sells originals? Or is this something we have to scavenge Ebay for? __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

01-09-2011, 09:15 AM	#16
Grande Rojo paper or plastic? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 671	Re: 73-74 bowtie I put a 73 grill on my truck a few years ago and had to make a bowtie out of aluminum. But, I would like to find one of those.....So are there any left? __________________ 1967 Chevy SWB 250 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442157 1977 Chevy SWB 454 No More 454 getting 5.3 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310518 1977 Stepside Truck of the month winner http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=135524 1965 Chevy C10 454 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=731372 1975 Dodge Power Wagon http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7871388

01-10-2011, 09:18 AM	#17
Top Banana Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 313	Re: 73-74 bowtie The '73-'74 grilles (painted with chrome trim and painted) will be available very shortly (5-6 weeks). They are done and so is the "Bowtie" Here's a shot of the painted version before the bowtie was applied and before the screw pads were painted black Soon the center grille support and then the outer supports will also be available. We don't have any pricing yet from the manufacturer so we can't help there yet. Here is the foil bowtie Attached Images __________________ http://www.topbananaparts.com

01-10-2011, 09:20 AM	#18
Top Banana Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 313	Re: 73-74 bowtie the grilles will come with the bowtie already installed on them.......just an FYI __________________ http://www.topbananaparts.com

01-10-2011, 10:09 AM	#20
Top Banana Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 313	Re: 73-74 bowtie bad photo but this is the new center grille support Attached Images __________________ http://www.topbananaparts.com

01-10-2011, 10:16 AM	#21
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: 73-74 bowtie Thank you for the time and effort that went into this! I look forward to pricing information and I'm always up for a road trip to Lynchburg! __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.



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01-10-2011, 10:40 AM	#24
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: 73-74 bowtie That's awesome!! I can't wait. So I'm assuming that the bowtie is available seperately? __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

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