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DT1 · 02-07-2010, 06:16 PM

I've been looking at a lot of pictures but as usual, I'm still not sure of the proper layout of the black trim on a 71 C-10 grill.
Anyone have any pics of a stock one?

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-07-2010, 07:06 PM

Pics of them are few and far between, but if you post a pic of a stock 71-72 grille, I will help you out with the black. I know where it's supposed to be, and could help you out with the black. I painted one of my old grilles like this and when I redo my 71', it will get the black painted on it again. Trevor

DT1 · 02-07-2010, 10:13 PM

Here's a picture of the stripped grill.

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-07-2010, 10:53 PM

Here ya go, the only thing different on a 71' is the black on the outside of the grille shell. It is black where the grille tilts out away from the motor compartment. Trevor

DT1 · 02-08-2010, 03:46 PM

Thanks, that looks right. I hope mine comes out as nice!

big_al_71 · 02-08-2010, 03:52 PM

here is a 71!!!!!

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-08-2010, 04:40 PM

Al, he was talking about the paint stripe that is around the outer grille. It is missing on your grille which is seen on most 71's now. 71's have a stripe that is painted on an edge all the way around the outer grille. I had pics of original trucks with it, but my cpu is down that has all the pics. Trevor

68 50th · 02-08-2010, 04:50 PM

Here's a 71 Blazer that is supposed to have the correct grill.

big_al_71 · 02-08-2010, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Al, he was talking about the paint stripe that is around the outer grille. It is missing on your grille which is seen on most 71's now. 71's have a stripe that is painted on an edge all the way around the outer grille. I had pics of original trucks with it, but my cpu is down that has all the pics. Trevor

Trevor
Wow I just learned something new!!!!
I did not know that ....
thanks for the headsup...
al

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-08-2010, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Trevor
Wow I just learned something new!!!!
I did not know that ....
thanks for the headsup...
al

No problem Al, just sharing the wealth I have learned from being on this board a long time. Cheers, Trevor

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-08-2010, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 50th

Here's a 71 Blazer that is supposed to have the correct grill.

Thanks Mats for sharing, I used to have a few pics but my cpu crashed. Thanks a bunch, as this shows exactly where the black was in case my rough MS Paint version was misleading. Trevor

71 super · 02-08-2010, 06:36 PM

If you want to add the black stripe as correct for 71 (all grills are 72 type grills without the 71 stripe- typically a good indicator the grill has been replaced) scuff the section with a medium scotch bright pad, tape area and spray scuffed section with a quality self-etching primer and paint the stripe with a 1601 (I think) semi gloss enamel from krylon or other company. I placed the stripe on my NOS grill on the 71 using this method over 8 years ago and had no problems with it at all. It is easy to do but it is nerve racking to cut the tape on a NOS part and then scuff and alter it

DT1 · 02-08-2010, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 50th

Here's a 71 Blazer that is supposed to have the correct grill.

That's how I remember mine.

DT1 · 02-08-2010, 07:03 PM

I didn't even know I had this picture. This is the same grill as it was when I took it off the truck.

**71blksuper4x4** · 02-08-2010, 07:38 PM

DT1, what method did you use to strip your grille? Trevor

red71c10 · 02-08-2010, 09:39 PM

Here the cover of a recent catalog that gives another good view of it. I didn't try to take any pictures of the grille on my '71 because the black on it looks like it was put on with a brush! I have to assume someone tried to touch it up at some point and did a lousy job.

68 50th · 02-09-2010, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Thanks Mats for sharing, I used to have a few pics but my cpu crashed. Thanks a bunch, as this shows exactly where the black was in case my rough MS Paint version was misleading. Trevor

I can't remember for sure but I think I saved the pic from this board at some time. I saved it just because it stated it was the correct 71 apperance. I have a new repro 72 style grill on my 71, maybe I will add the black stripe using the method 71 super suggesting some day.
Thanks

petey-pablo · 02-09-2010, 07:49 AM

And here I thought I knew alot about these trucks how did I fail to know this? I think it was because my 71 had a 70 grille on it

DT1 · 02-09-2010, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

DT1, what method did you use to strip your grille? Trevor

Originally I was going to buff it and re anodize but it will cost over $400. to do that.
I'm going to buff the entire thing to a mirror finish and then apply a two part automotive clear coat. The clear provides a good base for the trim paint. After the black is applied another clear coat will be applied and a simi matt finish will go over the black only. Only time will tell if it holds up. If not, I'll go ahead and anodize. The only other option I have is to get a Repro grill and I don't really want to do that.

DT1 · 02-09-2010, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

DT1, what method did you use to strip your grille? Trevor

Wow! Sorry about that! I thought you asked "What method I'm painting my grill"

I tried all of the popular methods to strip the anodizing like EZ off and White Lightning but they don't work all that well.

I used a 20:1 solution of water and sodium hydroxide crystals (LYE). Put gloves and eye protection on and spray it down. Let it sit for about 10 minutes and go over it with a Scotch-Brite pad. Repeat two or three times and it will look like new aluminum.
You can get it a 1 lb jar of lye on Ebay for around $10.00.
Just be VERY CAREFULL when handling it.
It will burn the hell out of your skin and I've been told that if it gets into your eyes, it can cause blindness.

02-07-2010, 06:16 PM	#1
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	71 Black Trim Grill I've been looking at a lot of pictures but as usual, I'm still not sure of the proper layout of the black trim on a 71 C-10 grill. Anyone have any pics of a stock one?

02-07-2010, 07:06 PM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Pics of them are few and far between, but if you post a pic of a stock 71-72 grille, I will help you out with the black. I know where it's supposed to be, and could help you out with the black. I painted one of my old grilles like this and when I redo my 71', it will get the black painted on it again. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

02-07-2010, 10:13 PM	#3
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Here's a picture of the stripped grill.

02-07-2010, 10:53 PM	#4
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Here ya go, the only thing different on a 71' is the black on the outside of the grille shell. It is black where the grille tilts out away from the motor compartment. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

02-08-2010, 03:46 PM	#5
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Thanks, that looks right. I hope mine comes out as nice!

02-08-2010, 03:52 PM	#6
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill here is a 71!!!!! Attached Images __________________ 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

02-08-2010, 04:40 PM	#7
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Al, he was talking about the paint stripe that is around the outer grille. It is missing on your grille which is seen on most 71's now. 71's have a stripe that is painted on an edge all the way around the outer grille. I had pics of original trucks with it, but my cpu is down that has all the pics. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

02-08-2010, 04:50 PM	#8
68 50th Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 833	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Here's a 71 Blazer that is supposed to have the correct grill. Attached Images __________________ Mats.. ---------------------------------------------------- 1971 Cheyenne Super Custom Camper 475CBB/TH400/AC 1992 Silverado Sport Truck 1988 Silverado 2500 Ext Longbed 4x4 2001 GMC Sierra SLT 4x4 1990 Chevrolet K3500 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 Z 28 350/4-speed/AC/T-top 1980 Camaro Coupe V6/3-speed 1979 Buick Century Wagon

02-08-2010, 06:36 PM	#12
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,080	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill If you want to add the black stripe as correct for 71 (all grills are 72 type grills without the 71 stripe- typically a good indicator the grill has been replaced) scuff the section with a medium scotch bright pad, tape area and spray scuffed section with a quality self-etching primer and paint the stripe with a 1601 (I think) semi gloss enamel from krylon or other company. I placed the stripe on my NOS grill on the 71 using this method over 8 years ago and had no problems with it at all. It is easy to do but it is nerve racking to cut the tape on a NOS part and then scuff and alter it __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle

02-08-2010, 07:03 PM	#14
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill I didn't even know I had this picture. This is the same grill as it was when I took it off the truck.

02-08-2010, 07:38 PM	#15
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill DT1, what method did you use to strip your grille? Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

02-08-2010, 09:39 PM	#16
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill Here the cover of a recent catalog that gives another good view of it. I didn't try to take any pictures of the grille on my '71 because the black on it looks like it was put on with a brush! I have to assume someone tried to touch it up at some point and did a lousy job. Attached Images __________________ 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."

02-09-2010, 07:49 AM	#18
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: 71 Black Trim Grill And here I thought I knew alot about these trucks how did I fail to know this? I think it was because my 71 had a 70 grille on it __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net Last edited by petey-pablo; 02-10-2010 at 12:46 PM.



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