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dazza · 12-03-2008, 10:34 AM

... stamped anywhere on an OEM grille for a 72?

I don't see one on mine, but that's not to say the PO swapped it at some point. I'm asking because I may buy one that's "NOS - in the box".
Is there a way to tell the difference from a repro when you don't have a known OEM to compare it to? I'm sure the aluminum is thinner and lightweight, but is there any specific, obvious detail?

Thanks

Sillyoldman · 12-03-2008, 11:33 AM

I bought a repro outer grille . I'm happy with it. I don't think (or cant tell) it's any lighter. Fits and looks great. I'd take a NIB OEM piece over the re-pop, but I don't think I'd give much extra for it.

When daylight comes I'll go look over my old outer grille for you.

Sillyoldman · 12-03-2008, 07:09 PM

Checked it out. Sorry there is no visible part number on it.

dazza · 12-03-2008, 09:20 PM

Thanks SoM,

The guy I might buy it from sounds honest enough, but I just got a bit skeptical when he asked me if I want the GM box it came in. Maybe I'm being paranoid, but there's really no stopping someone from throwing a repro in an OEM box and selling it as a NOS original.

I appreciate you taking the time to check it out.

daz

12-03-2008, 10:34 AM	#1
dazza Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: California Posts: 971	Is there a part number... ... stamped anywhere on an OEM grille for a 72? I don't see one on mine, but that's not to say the PO swapped it at some point. I'm asking because I may buy one that's "NOS - in the box". Is there a way to tell the difference from a repro when you don't have a known OEM to compare it to? I'm sure the aluminum is thinner and lightweight, but is there any specific, obvious detail? Thanks __________________ --------------------------------------------------------- I'm not crazy, I'm chosen, there's a difference. ---------------------------- '72 K10 SWB, 350, sm465/np205 ---- ----

12-03-2008, 11:33 AM	#2
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Is there a part number... I bought a repro outer grille . I'm happy with it. I don't think (or cant tell) it's any lighter. Fits and looks great. I'd take a NIB OEM piece over the re-pop, but I don't think I'd give much extra for it. When daylight comes I'll go look over my old outer grille for you. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.* Last edited by Sillyoldman; 12-03-2008 at 11:35 AM.

12-03-2008, 07:09 PM	#3
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Is there a part number... Checked it out. Sorry there is no visible part number on it. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

12-03-2008, 09:20 PM	#4
dazza Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: California Posts: 971	Re: Is there a part number... Thanks SoM, The guy I might buy it from sounds honest enough, but I just got a bit skeptical when he asked me if I want the GM box it came in. Maybe I'm being paranoid, but there's really no stopping someone from throwing a repro in an OEM box and selling it as a NOS original. I appreciate you taking the time to check it out. daz __________________ --------------------------------------------------------- I'm not crazy, I'm chosen, there's a difference. ---------------------------- '72 K10 SWB, 350, sm465/np205 ---- ----



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