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67cst · 11-12-2002, 12:47 AM

im taking the 67 apart right now and im stripping all the chrome off it, like trim, badges etc, it seems like you cant take the fender emblems off unless the fender is off? is this right, if so how the heck do you put them back on after the truck is painted, is there some weird angle or what? i looked all over and when the doors are off you can see the back of the badge when it comes through and is secured on,but there is no fukin way my hand can fit in there

stelth2002 · 11-12-2002, 12:51 AM

I was in the same sit. and there is no way that I could get those emblems off without taking the fender off first.

bigvinnie · 11-12-2002, 12:52 AM

easiest way is to drop the inner fenders....

7T1BURB · 11-12-2002, 01:05 AM

If you are considering repainting the vehicle with fenders installed you might consider using "tube nuts" (sometimes referred to as "barrel nuts") that are available in different sizes to fit the fender holes left by emblem removal. Install the tube nuts on the studs of the emblem(s) and then insert them into the holes....tube nuts/barrel nuts are readily available from most Mustang vendors as this is how most of the early year Mustang emblems are secured to the body...unlike today's "sticky tape" method. Hope this helps and offers you an option to consider.

GreenMystChevy · 11-12-2002, 01:32 AM

I agree with 7T1BURB, thjose "barrel buts" are what are used for some of the emblems on my Chevelle. Basically they sit inside the hole where the emblem goes into and when you push the emblem "rods" into the body panel, they get tight as they go into the "barrel nuts." I hope that made sense because it is a lot clearer in my head. Good luck

1971LT1SWBPOSI373 · 11-12-2002, 02:36 AM

Don't they use those on a lot of motorcycles on the fuel tanks to hold the emblems?

7T1BURB · 11-12-2002, 09:46 AM

Currently, most modern M/C tank emblems are secured on the tank with "sticky tape"....some years ago the emblems were secured to a plate affixed to the tank. The plate was welded to the tank during initial tank production and the plate was "stepped up" on the ends to allow for small welded nut(s) in order to screw the tank emblems to this plate.....tanks were even indented in this area so the emblem would fit "flush" to the tank when secured to this plate. There are manufacturer and production exceptions, but this is the general guideline on how nameplates are secured to M/C tanks....hope this helps.

MStokes · 11-12-2002, 03:31 PM

Can anyone post a picture of one of these "barrel nuts"? I have a couple of emblems that I want to put on, but I also have not been able to figure out how to get them on. The two "nuts" that came with each emblem appear to be a friction fit and are meant to be forced on the end of the emblem post. Because of access problems, it appears to be very difficult to do.

Scottri · 11-12-2002, 03:51 PM

I've done it with the fenders on. It was far from easy! A long wrench that fits the nut and reach way up in the fender. I put some tape on the wrench to hold the nut when I replaced them. A major pain in the ass. In retrospect I would unbolt the inner fender and do it that way but it can be done with everything in place. The last step was picking up the wrenches off of the lawn and driveway after I threw them!

Scott

11-12-2002, 12:47 AM	#1
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	how do you..... im taking the 67 apart right now and im stripping all the chrome off it, like trim, badges etc, it seems like you cant take the fender emblems off unless the fender is off? is this right, if so how the heck do you put them back on after the truck is painted, is there some weird angle or what? i looked all over and when the doors are off you can see the back of the badge when it comes through and is secured on,but there is no fukin way my hand can fit in there __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

11-12-2002, 12:51 AM	#2
stelth2002 Young Gun wth Fast Inline Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,475	I was in the same sit. and there is no way that I could get those emblems off without taking the fender off first. __________________ 1967 Chevrolet LWB with built 292! 415 ft. lbs of torque, 4 speed :O with 27% overdrive too, 3.73 Posi. Frame and body done... getting painted!!!

11-12-2002, 12:52 AM	#3
bigvinnie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: escondido, ca 92026 Posts: 1,222	easiest way is to drop the inner fenders.... __________________ '72 short step, 350, 700R4, tilt, ps, pdb, a/c, lowered coils, etc., other work in progress... San Diego, CA 72 Stepside Project

11-12-2002, 01:32 AM	#5
GreenMystChevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Woodinville, WA Posts: 513	I agree with 7T1BURB, thjose "barrel buts" are what are used for some of the emblems on my Chevelle. Basically they sit inside the hole where the emblem goes into and when you push the emblem "rods" into the body panel, they get tight as they go into the "barrel nuts." I hope that made sense because it is a lot clearer in my head. Good luck __________________ Jeremy '71 C-10 '72 GMC K2500 '72 Nova (Dad's) '70 Chevelle SS '55 Sedan Delivery Attempting to build up this here 4x4...make her real tall and purty...well, maybe just tall

11-12-2002, 02:36 AM	#6
1971LT1SWBPOSI373 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Posts: 460	Don't they use those on a lot of motorcycles on the fuel tanks to hold the emblems? __________________ 1971 Shortbed 350/350 w/ Posi-traction 3:73's 1996 Chevy Silverado TJ in Springfield, Virginia Likes old Chevy trucks Drinks Miller MGD

11-12-2002, 01:05 AM	#4
7T1BURB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 190	If you are considering repainting the vehicle with fenders installed you might consider using "tube nuts" (sometimes referred to as "barrel nuts") that are available in different sizes to fit the fender holes left by emblem removal. Install the tube nuts on the studs of the emblem(s) and then insert them into the holes....tube nuts/barrel nuts are readily available from most Mustang vendors as this is how most of the early year Mustang emblems are secured to the body...unlike today's "sticky tape" method. Hope this helps and offers you an option to consider.

11-12-2002, 09:46 AM	#7
7T1BURB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 190	Currently, most modern M/C tank emblems are secured on the tank with "sticky tape"....some years ago the emblems were secured to a plate affixed to the tank. The plate was welded to the tank during initial tank production and the plate was "stepped up" on the ends to allow for small welded nut(s) in order to screw the tank emblems to this plate.....tanks were even indented in this area so the emblem would fit "flush" to the tank when secured to this plate. There are manufacturer and production exceptions, but this is the general guideline on how nameplates are secured to M/C tanks....hope this helps.

11-12-2002, 03:31 PM	#8
MStokes Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Meridian, Idaho Posts: 164	Can anyone post a picture of one of these "barrel nuts"? I have a couple of emblems that I want to put on, but I also have not been able to figure out how to get them on. The two "nuts" that came with each emblem appear to be a friction fit and are meant to be forced on the end of the emblem post. Because of access problems, it appears to be very difficult to do. __________________ 1972 C-10 LWB, 400/350, 2WD 1972 C-20 Custom Camper, 350/350, 4WD (Converted)

11-12-2002, 03:51 PM	#9
Scottri Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Beaverton Oregon USA Posts: 338	I've done it with the fenders on. It was far from easy! A long wrench that fits the nut and reach way up in the fender. I put some tape on the wrench to hold the nut when I replaced them. A major pain in the ass. In retrospect I would unbolt the inner fender and do it that way but it can be done with everything in place. The last step was picking up the wrenches off of the lawn and driveway after I threw them! Scott __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 Ton Long Bed Fleetside 350, 4 speed manual, P/S, P/B, Edelbrock 1406 Carb Beaverton / Portland Oregon



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