Rear roll pan or chrome bumper - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

chevlwb68 · 04-29-2009, 02:14 AM

So I have a new chrome bumper for the front, yet installed, and a roll pan for the rear that I will color match to the truck, again...not installed.

Starting to have second thoughts on the rear roll pan and thinking of going with a chrome bumper.

I know it is somewhat personal opinion and likeness. Just wondering everyone's thoughts and opinions.

Most have prob seen my truck, pics atleast, but here are some recent ones.

Thanks

red71c10 · 04-29-2009, 02:26 AM

I'd go with the bumper. I'm not a big fan of roll pans, but that's just me.

chevlwb68 · 04-29-2009, 02:30 AM

Yeah I am leaning toward the bumper now, but always had a roll pan in mind since I got the truck. Especially because it is a long bed I thought it would give it a sleeker look.

Auggghhhrrr.....I cannot decide.

Lets see some pics of both guys. lwb's especially.

Thanks in advance, you guys rock!

jbristo67 · 04-29-2009, 02:51 AM

I am going to go with the bumper on my truck. I only like the roll pan on the 88 98 trucks

jasonb72 · 04-29-2009, 03:30 AM

There is a pic some where on the site where some one made a front chrome fit snug and close on the rear. This is what I am going to do so I can take up as less overall length and have a clean look. I will also be shaving the bumper bolts.

big_al_71 · 04-29-2009, 07:03 AM

Bumpers for me front and rear.......

**70cst** · 04-29-2009, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Bumpers for me front and rear.......

100% Back into something ever so lightly and see what happens to a roll pan...any light touch and you will have your first ouch! By the way...very nice truck!

Woobie · 04-29-2009, 08:57 AM

I had been considering a roll pan. I HAD a step bumper on mine. Last spring at the NC "Gathering of the Goofs" I got to see several with chrome bumpers. That sold it for me. Love the clean look.

Regards,
Paul

**70cst** · 04-29-2009, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woobie

I had been considering a roll pan. I HAD a step bumper on mine. Last spring at the NC "Gathering of the Goofs" I got to see several with chrome bumpers. That sold it for me. Love the clean look.

Regards,
Paul

Hey Woobie ...you show signs o "GREAT WISDOM!"

haysonj · 04-29-2009, 09:21 AM

I backed into my boat trailer and dented the bumper. It took about 15 min to change when I got the new one. Can't do that with a roll pan.

**steelhorse** · 04-29-2009, 11:30 AM

Bumper!

green724x4 · 04-29-2009, 12:12 PM

Chevylwb68 if you are going to get a chrome rear bumper get a chrome front or painted to match front bumper. It would look good with your side modlings and trim.
One more detail is I like the pic posted above by haysonj is just a standard type bumper. There is also the step bumper which imo i think is ugly for a 2wd truck.

green724x4 · 04-29-2009, 12:20 PM

Here is an example of the step bumper.

OARNGESI · 04-29-2009, 01:10 PM

I say bumper especially with the trim

bwright · 04-29-2009, 01:37 PM

A chrome bumper would look good since you have the stock trim.

magsnubby · 04-29-2009, 01:49 PM

I love roll pans. Just not on our trucks (unless it's a step side). They just look like an after thought. Your truck would look much better with a chrome bumper.

jsbgump · 04-29-2009, 01:53 PM

I would go with the bumper

72BlckButy · 04-29-2009, 01:59 PM

I would have to install the bumper, I've never need to big on roll pans. However, some trucks can pull it off...

bmfpeterson · 04-29-2009, 02:12 PM

I think it all depends on what style of truck you are going after... I think on your truck a chrome bumper would look sweet!! on a real low truck with some big wheels and shaved marker lights/gas tank definitely a roll pan....

You had it from the begging its all about personal preferences......

That's my .02 cents

LowBow · 04-29-2009, 04:57 PM

I would def. go with the bumper on your truck, to much chrome to not 'complete' the look all the way around. just my 0.02.

Highsteel · 04-29-2009, 05:37 PM

Go with the bumper, I'll take the pan of your hands, JK lol!

C/10 King · 04-29-2009, 06:04 PM

Bumper! With out a doubt.

Rudy67chevy · 04-29-2009, 10:43 PM

Bumper

sleepertruck72 · 04-29-2009, 11:40 PM

One more for chrome bumper, that truck deserves it !

BossHogg69 · 04-29-2009, 11:49 PM

with your side trim, beauty rings on the wheels and center caps, a chrome rear bumper would tie it all together. Nice truck - now get a chrome bumper on there!

04-29-2009, 02:14 AM	#1
chevlwb68 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 96	Rear roll pan or chrome bumper So I have a new chrome bumper for the front, yet installed, and a roll pan for the rear that I will color match to the truck, again...not installed. Starting to have second thoughts on the rear roll pan and thinking of going with a chrome bumper. I know it is somewhat personal opinion and likeness. Just wondering everyone's thoughts and opinions. Most have prob seen my truck, pics atleast, but here are some recent ones. Thanks Attached Images __________________ -mgf- 1968 Chevy LWB. Lowered. 15x7 rallies and BFG's. Built 350. Dual Flowmasters. Fast and Loud.

04-29-2009, 02:26 AM	#2
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I'd go with the bumper. I'm not a big fan of roll pans, but that's just me. __________________ 1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines."

04-29-2009, 02:30 AM	#3
chevlwb68 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 96	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Yeah I am leaning toward the bumper now, but always had a roll pan in mind since I got the truck. Especially because it is a long bed I thought it would give it a sleeker look. Auggghhhrrr.....I cannot decide. Lets see some pics of both guys. lwb's especially. Thanks in advance, you guys rock! __________________ -mgf- 1968 Chevy LWB. Lowered. 15x7 rallies and BFG's. Built 350. Dual Flowmasters. Fast and Loud.

04-29-2009, 02:51 AM	#4
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I am going to go with the bumper on my truck. I only like the roll pan on the 88 98 trucks __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

04-29-2009, 03:30 AM	#5
jasonb72 PorterBuilt Man Crush Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Allen, tx Posts: 291	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper There is a pic some where on the site where some one made a front chrome fit snug and close on the rear. This is what I am going to do so I can take up as less overall length and have a clean look. I will also be shaving the bumper bolts. __________________ The 72 will live again

04-29-2009, 07:03 AM	#6
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Bumpers for me front and rear....... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

04-29-2009, 08:57 AM	#8
Woobie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 116	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I had been considering a roll pan. I HAD a step bumper on mine. Last spring at the NC "Gathering of the Goofs" I got to see several with chrome bumpers. That sold it for me. Love the clean look. Regards, Paul __________________ 1972 c10 2000 FLHTC 126+k miles, so far 1967 BMW r60 2007 Xterra (Wife's ride) R.I.P. "ESLL"

04-29-2009, 09:21 AM	#10
haysonj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Maria, Ca. Posts: 1,423	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I backed into my boat trailer and dented the bumper. It took about 15 min to change when I got the new one. Can't do that with a roll pan. Attached Images __________________ 69 Chevy 4x4 383 Power

04-29-2009, 11:30 AM	#11
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Bumper!

04-29-2009, 12:12 PM	#12
green724x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: MI Posts: 214	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Chevylwb68 if you are going to get a chrome rear bumper get a chrome front or painted to match front bumper. It would look good with your side modlings and trim. One more detail is I like the pic posted above by haysonj is just a standard type bumper. There is also the step bumper which imo i think is ugly for a 2wd truck. Last edited by green724x4; 04-29-2009 at 12:14 PM.

04-29-2009, 12:20 PM	#13
green724x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: MI Posts: 214	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Here is an example of the step bumper. Attached Images

04-29-2009, 01:10 PM	#14
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I say bumper especially with the trim __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

04-29-2009, 01:37 PM	#15
bwright Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Dickson, TN Posts: 141	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper A chrome bumper would look good since you have the stock trim. __________________ 1977 Chevrolet C10 - 305/TH350, SWB, Stepside, 3/5 drop...work in progress.

04-29-2009, 01:49 PM	#16
magsnubby Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: fresno,ca Posts: 448	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I love roll pans. Just not on our trucks (unless it's a step side). They just look like an after thought. Your truck would look much better with a chrome bumper.

04-29-2009, 01:53 PM	#17
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I would go with the bumper __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616



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04-29-2009, 01:59 PM	#18
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I would have to install the bumper, I've never need to big on roll pans. However, some trucks can pull it off... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-29-2009, 02:12 PM	#19
bmfpeterson Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 538	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I think it all depends on what style of truck you are going after... I think on your truck a chrome bumper would look sweet!! on a real low truck with some big wheels and shaved marker lights/gas tank definitely a roll pan.... You had it from the begging its all about personal preferences...... That's my .02 cents

04-29-2009, 04:57 PM	#20
LowBow Self Made Hundredaire Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tallahassee, Fl Posts: 173	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper I would def. go with the bumper on your truck, to much chrome to not 'complete' the look all the way around. just my 0.02. __________________ '79 corvette - all original 49k car! '03 Z71 ECSB - gas hog '57 Belair 2 door hardtop. Love of my life!

04-29-2009, 05:37 PM	#21
Highsteel Chasin' the Dream Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lost in the 70's Posts: 200	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Go with the bumper, I'll take the pan of your hands, JK lol! __________________ Born with a Bowtie 1971 C/10 350/350 Daily Driver/project Assumption=The mother of all -ups

04-29-2009, 06:04 PM	#22
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Bumper! With out a doubt. __________________ 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"

04-29-2009, 10:43 PM	#23
Rudy67chevy rudy67chevy Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cali Posts: 154	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper Bumper

04-29-2009, 11:40 PM	#24
sleepertruck72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Turlock California 95380 Posts: 2,075	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper One more for chrome bumper, that truck deserves it ! __________________ 72 C20 Longbed 05 1500 Z71

04-29-2009, 11:49 PM	#25
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: Rear roll pan or chrome bumper with your side trim, beauty rings on the wheels and center caps, a chrome rear bumper would tie it all together. Nice truck - now get a chrome bumper on there! __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

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