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05-10-2010, 10:53 AM
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 Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: wauchula florida
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front clip swap
As you can see I have a 67 front clip on my 72. What parts would it take and how much would it cost to change back to the 72 clip? I bought this truck as is, I would really like it more if it had a 72 grille. There is to much red color in the front.
If I did the billet inserts from LMC, how would you access the hood latch? thanks |
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05-10-2010, 10:57 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Cheboygan, MI
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Re: front clip swap
Wow... I want to do the opposite. Wish you were closer...
You need hood, fenders, grill & surround, radiator support. You're best bet is to find someone near you to swap with. LOTS of folks prefer the 67-68 style. oops. Forgot that you'll need the bumper too (for the turn signals...)
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05-10-2010, 12:20 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: N. Vancouver Island
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Re: front clip swap
Damn too bad your at the opposite end of the planet, I'd swap you my mint front 72 front clip for yours
 but yeah, bumper, bumper lenses, 69+ front fenders, hood, grille and rad support BUT I am using a 68 rad support slightly modified (no fab work) and it works with the 72 front clip. Also on the front fenders since the newer 69+ fenders have the opening for the side markers you would want to get a couple patches and weld them up. Great cheap place for those are below: http://infantimachine.com/products/008.htm very nice product. Cheers! |
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05-10-2010, 12:21 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: N. Vancouver Island
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Re: front clip swap
Oh, you can keep the bumper you have if you wish and custom mount your turn signal lights behind the 72 grille, I was going to do this to keep the smooth front bumper, up to you.
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05-10-2010, 06:45 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Chattanooga, TN
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Re: front clip swap
looks bea-u-ti-ful as is to me, course I'm pro 67-68. Have you priced a 69-72 grill ? Better sit down ! Good luck however you decide to go..
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05-10-2010, 08:33 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Newton , Iowa
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Re: front clip swap
You may want to consider painting the grill white or siver I think it would be a nice contrast . But I love the 68 front end .. My 2cents .. Here's a pic of mine it's factory white.
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05-11-2010, 09:38 AM
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Location: Cypress TX
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