The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

John Gilbert · 01-23-2011, 04:15 PM

Of course its just my opinion, but I've always regarded a stock '73-4 C10 grille with a 454 emblem resting in it as the holy grail of grilles. I hate to think of how many square-tube custom grilles I've thrown away. Looking back those were kind of cool, and the ones I had were made in California back in the day.

The date for the CPP show is getting closer by the day, so I was sizing up which of my trucks might be ready in time. My '73 is years away, but I thought you guys might get a kick out of seeing its grille.

The white '75 is another 454 Big10 short Fleet, and the '79 Big 10 hiding in the dark is the Americruise truck.

And of course the '68 Jimmy is nothing, but a work truck... So many trucks, so little money.

Its still up in the air which truck I'm driving to the show... I hope its not the S10, that means I didn't get anything done.

Restrorob · 01-23-2011, 04:41 PM

If your luck is like mine, You'll be driving the S10.....

Good Luck !

bigblock73 · 01-23-2011, 05:44 PM

John, I love the 73/74 grills as well, best grill for the entire 73-87 run IMO. Here is my NOS 73/74 grill on my '73, and my old tan '77 with a converted 73/74 front end.

Wish I could make the show

John Gilbert · 01-23-2011, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Restrorob

If your luck is like mine, You'll be driving the S10.....

Good Luck !

Oh man, I hope not. I've got New Year's resolutions to stick to...

John Gilbert · 01-23-2011, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

John, I love the 73/74 grills as well, best grill for the entire 73-87 run IMO. Here is my NOS 73/74 grill on my '73, and my old tan '77 with a converted 73/74 front end.

Wish I could make the show

Jeff,

Yeah, I wish you could make the show too. It's going to be the 1st one, and sometimes those are the best.

Both of your trucks are looking so good! You're an inspiration, right after my nap I'm going to go back outside and look for the TV Guide.

KQQL IT · 01-23-2011, 08:52 PM

I like the 73/74 GMC's also

str8axle55 · 01-23-2011, 09:12 PM

I have the 454 emblem, that`s about it.

misternash2 · 01-24-2011, 08:39 AM

those are by far my favorite too. hands down.

ghettoluxury · 01-24-2011, 09:00 AM

I have 3 Chevy grilles and a GMC. One of the Chevys is a super with 454 badge and the GMC is a Sierra Grande.

**N2TRUX** · 01-24-2011, 12:32 PM

So get busy John, its going to be a good show to attend.

68 SWB · 01-24-2011, 08:44 PM

Does anyone have a picture of a stock 78 GMC grill? (Sorry for the hijack)

LiveAnimals · 01-24-2011, 09:23 PM

Not a great pic but there is a 454 emblem in there
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rare86 · 01-25-2011, 10:03 PM

Heres one for sale

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/pts/2180259149.html

John Gilbert · 01-25-2011, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

So get busy John, its going to be a good show to attend.

Yeah, its going to be a great show. It looks like I'm going to take my '88. I'll start finishing it next Monday. Got a SEMA deal tomorrow, and GNRS all weekend.

Thanks for the encouragement!

Mr Pops · 02-13-2011, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by John Gilbert

Of course its just my opinion, but I've always regarded a stock '73-4 C10 grille with a 454 emblem resting in it as the holy grail of grilles...

Totally agree with you! Here's my 76 Blazer with a 73 grill.. (no 454 emblem though)

01-23-2011, 04:15 PM	#1
John Gilbert Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Placentia, California Posts: 567	The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? Of course its just my opinion, but I've always regarded a stock '73-4 C10 grille with a 454 emblem resting in it as the holy grail of grilles. I hate to think of how many square-tube custom grilles I've thrown away. Looking back those were kind of cool, and the ones I had were made in California back in the day. The date for the CPP show is getting closer by the day, so I was sizing up which of my trucks might be ready in time. My '73 is years away, but I thought you guys might get a kick out of seeing its grille. The white '75 is another 454 Big10 short Fleet, and the '79 Big 10 hiding in the dark is the Americruise truck. And of course the '68 Jimmy is nothing, but a work truck... So many trucks, so little money. Its still up in the air which truck I'm driving to the show... I hope its not the S10, that means I didn't get anything done. Attached Images Last edited by John Gilbert; 01-23-2011 at 04:17 PM. Reason: typo... as usual, I didn't proofread until after I posted.

01-23-2011, 04:41 PM	#2
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? If your luck is like mine, You'll be driving the S10..... Good Luck ! __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!* Last edited by Restrorob; 01-23-2011 at 04:42 PM.

01-23-2011, 05:44 PM	#3
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? John, I love the 73/74 grills as well, best grill for the entire 73-87 run IMO. Here is my NOS 73/74 grill on my '73, and my old tan '77 with a converted 73/74 front end. Wish I could make the show Attached Images __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale Last edited by bigblock73; 01-23-2011 at 05:46 PM.

01-23-2011, 08:52 PM	#6
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,316	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? I like the 73/74 GMC's also

01-23-2011, 09:12 PM	#7
str8axle55 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Weymouth Ma Posts: 489	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? I have the 454 emblem, that`s about it. __________________ 03 GMC Yukon XL 2500 Quadrasteer, wife`s DD 84 Chevy K30 CC SRW 55 Chevy 210 2dr post

01-24-2011, 08:39 AM	#8
misternash2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: monett, mo Posts: 230	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? those are by far my favorite too. hands down.

01-24-2011, 09:00 AM	#9
ghettoluxury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waynesfield Ohio Posts: 1,991	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? I have 3 Chevy grilles and a GMC. One of the Chevys is a super with 454 badge and the GMC is a Sierra Grande. __________________ 1949 Five Window, 1973 Step Side, 2000 Z71

01-24-2011, 12:32 PM	#10
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? So get busy John, its going to be a good show to attend. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-24-2011, 08:44 PM	#11
68 SWB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Meridian, ID Posts: 133	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? Does anyone have a picture of a stock 78 GMC grill? (Sorry for the hijack)

01-24-2011, 09:23 PM	#12
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01-25-2011, 10:03 PM	#13
rare86 Extended cab fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardendale, Tx Posts: 314	Re: The Holy Grail of Squarebody Grilles? Heres one for sale http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/pts/2180259149.html __________________ If it has a motor, it has my attention.



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