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BMERDOC · 03-08-2015, 09:06 PM

I've looked and most threads are somewhat outdated. I'm looking for a radiator cover but not like the $30 pieces everyone sells. I want one that replaces the stock hold downs so I can just delete them. Most use one of the bolt holes and keep the hold down. Anyone know where I can find one or am I just going to have to bend up one myself?

Z10 · 03-09-2015, 12:46 AM

Is this what you're asking about?

BMERDOC · 03-09-2015, 01:09 AM

Nope, not those. Those are the filler panels. On that truck the hold downs for the radiator are chrome. I'm looking for a rad cover that eliminates those hold downs.

BMERDOC · 03-09-2015, 01:15 AM

And after several searches today I used "chevy truck" instead of "C10" (duh) and found this:

http://www.hotroddynamics.com/shop/v...p?productid=30

mechanicalman · 03-09-2015, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BMERDOC

And after several searches today I used "chevy truck" instead of "C10" (duh) and found this:

http://www.hotroddynamics.com/shop/v...p?productid=30

That would hold enough beers to get me through a tune-up, LOL.

mechanicalman · 03-09-2015, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Z10

Is this what you're asking about?

Hey Z10, I like those covers between the grill and core support. Did you make them, or where did you get them if I might ask? Thx in advance.

Sicklajoie · 03-09-2015, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by mechanicalman

Hey Z10, I like those covers between the grill and core support. Did you make them, or where did you get them if I might ask? Thx in advance.

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=GSC72BK

Andy4639 · 03-09-2015, 10:20 AM

I had this one made. I had it the front to long though and cut it myself. I need to take it back and have him cut it off straight.

**michael bustamante** · 03-09-2015, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by mechanicalman

That would hold enough beers to get me through a tune-up, LOL.

hahaha thats funny there!! cept the last few beers would be pretty warm

i bet a guy could bend a piece of stainless roughly the same shape as a 6 cyl shroud but as wide as a radiator and punch a couple holes to bolt it where the upper rad mounts would normally mount and add a lip to hold the radiator

BMERDOC · 03-09-2015, 11:40 AM

The filler panels and rad cover can be had just about anywhere. Problem is that the fillers don't fit well around the hood latch and the covers don't usually take over the job of the hold downs. The covers are normally anywhere from $20 to $50. The one Iinked to startsa t $100. Oh well. Turns out that dude used to sell them on the forum.

Z10 · 03-09-2015, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mechanicalman

Hey Z10, I like those covers between the grill and core support. Did you make them, or where did you get them if I might ask? Thx in advance.

Try sending a pm to screaminchevypickup. He's a supporting vendor and has excellent customer service.

mechanicalman · 03-10-2015, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

I had this one made. I had it the front to long though and cut it myself. I need to take it back and have him cut it off straight.

Daannng! I thought you had a TPI? Looks like you upgraded! Nice!

Andy4639 · 03-12-2015, 03:51 PM

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Daannng! I thought you had a TPI? Looks like you upgraded! Nice!

Yes I did a year ago Jan. 2014 had the 6.0/4l80e installed.
Haven't regreted it any. Best thing I ever done to the truck. I've also added new interior out of a 99 Tahoe.

03-08-2015, 09:06 PM	#1
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Radiator Covers I've looked and most threads are somewhat outdated. I'm looking for a radiator cover but not like the $30 pieces everyone sells. I want one that replaces the stock hold downs so I can just delete them. Most use one of the bolt holes and keep the hold down. Anyone know where I can find one or am I just going to have to bend up one myself? __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

03-09-2015, 12:46 AM	#2
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Radiator Covers Is this what you're asking about? Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

03-09-2015, 01:09 AM	#3
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Radiator Covers Nope, not those. Those are the filler panels. On that truck the hold downs for the radiator are chrome. I'm looking for a rad cover that eliminates those hold downs. __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

03-09-2015, 01:15 AM	#4
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Radiator Covers And after several searches today I used "chevy truck" instead of "C10" (duh) and found this: http://www.hotroddynamics.com/shop/v...p?productid=30 __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

03-09-2015, 10:20 AM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Radiator Covers I had this one made. I had it the front to long though and cut it myself. I need to take it back and have him cut it off straight. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-09-2015, 11:40 AM	#10
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Radiator Covers The filler panels and rad cover can be had just about anywhere. Problem is that the fillers don't fit well around the hood latch and the covers don't usually take over the job of the hold downs. The covers are normally anywhere from $20 to $50. The one Iinked to startsa t $100. Oh well. Turns out that dude used to sell them on the forum. __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!



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