68' new owner grill trim question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ChevyDude · 07-01-2007, 10:15 PM

After four years I know every nut and bolt of my 71'... but just bought a 68' and I'm sure I'm going to have questions from time to time. In staring at the newly purchased 68', all the front grill trim is pretty much farm trashed. I am going to remove it all. When it all goes back together the only trim I think I will want is the two large rectangular shiny pieces in the grill, and the letters on the hood front. Are there any quality repro trim pieces being made for what I am talking about?

thanks

Alex

killer71 · 07-01-2007, 10:17 PM

Where are the pictures? You just can't tease us like that!

ChevyDude · 07-01-2007, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by killer71

Where are the pictures? You just can't tease us like that!

These were posted already but here ya go.

killer71 · 07-01-2007, 10:59 PM

Oh yea, now I remember! Thanks for sharing. What are your plans?

kyull67 · 07-01-2007, 11:25 PM

I got all of my front trim pieces from www.manestruckparts.com
I don't know who makes them but they are very good quality.

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 01:29 AM

That looks good Kyull67. I just looked over GMC Pauls and it looks as if they carry them as well. Thanks.

Alex

GREASEMONKEY72 · 07-02-2007, 01:48 AM

looks like a pretty decent truck you got there

combustion · 07-02-2007, 05:49 AM

hey kyull67 what typeof wheels do you have?

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by GREASEMONKEY72

looks like a pretty decent truck you got there

I agree!!!

This is the begginning of Project OverKill.

Truck is an unmolested 68' longbed farm truck, so goes the story. Has North Dakota plates and what looks like the original N.D. dealers strickers on the cowl. The doors aren't cut, dash isn't cut, looks to be the original 350 engine. Rockers are not rusted, cab corners and supports look fine and rust does not appear to be an issue with this truck. It has it's bumps and bruises but really looks to be a very good starting place. Somehow I really like the look of the original dashes and finding one that is un cut and doors un cut and little to no rust is quite a trick, especially in a 68'. I have been looking for a SWB 68' for quite some time. I didn't want to spend 5 grand, so here we are. The truck will be stripped down. I am going to start dismantling the bed today, and eventually the frame will be shortened to a SWB with the help of Glock (Bob) in Fort Collins.

Alex

DAJ 67 · 07-02-2007, 09:15 AM

Alex,
My parts came from LMC Truck in Lanexa, KS. I personally have never had any problems with them.

msgross · 07-02-2007, 10:14 AM

If the V8 SBC engine is original then it's a 307 or 327....no 350's in 68. 250, 292, 307, 327 or 396BBC were the options. Got a pic of the glovebox sticker?

67ChevyRedneck · 07-02-2007, 10:35 AM

I bought mine from The Truck Shop, I think they were made by "counterparts." They were cheap and for a reason. The look good, by they are very thin and flimsy. It's been almost a year, my truck sits outside year round, they still look new.

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

If the V8 SBC engine is original then it's a 307 or 327....no 350's in 68. 250, 292, 307, 327 or 396BBC were the options. Got a pic of the glovebox sticker?

Ya see...I didn't know that. I've been tuned into the 71' year. Time to learn about the 68's eehhh! LOL! Here are some pics. Truck even has a Protect-o-Plate found in the glove box!

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 12:03 PM

last ones for now:

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DAJ 67

Alex,
My parts came from LMC Truck in Lanexa, KS. I personally have never had any problems with them.

Nice truck! Thanks.

prg machine · 07-02-2007, 12:29 PM

I am deleting the eyebrow and hood gingerbread and shaving the side markers to make a 67 "look" as well. Looks good and the only trim I have that was good was the grill trim. Soooooooooooooo........................

msgross · 07-02-2007, 12:48 PM

you should contact that dealer and send them some pics...

I am guessing that's a 307 but you need to pull the numbers off the front pass side deck to be sure.

DennyB · 07-02-2007, 12:58 PM

Alex,
Glad to see the 71' has some company!

Stoney · 07-02-2007, 01:23 PM

Project Overkill Is Clean
That Trucks Look Like It's Only Five Years Or So Old
Hardly Any Abuse Like You See To Most Of Them Today
Very Nice Find
Congratulations!!!!!!
Going To Leave It A Four Speed? Thats Cool....

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stoney

Project Overkill Is Clean
That Trucks Look Like It's Only Five Years Or So Old
Hardly Any Abuse Like You See To Most Of Them Today
Very Nice Find
Congratulations!!!!!!
Going To Leave It A Four Speed? Thats Cool....

Project overkill will stay with a manual trans...yes. I was doing some looking...I think there are some nice options out there for a manual/overdrive tranny. NV3500 T-56, not all that sure...but when the time comes...I'll be asking for advice from you guys. But yes clutch stays!

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DennyB

Alex,
Glad to see the 71' has some company!

She's feeling all warm and fuzzy...with her new older sister here...LOL!!!

Webrigs · 07-03-2007, 12:51 AM

I had to go out and make sure my truck was still there.

Almost a mirror image since mine has almost an identical dent in the bed on the passenger side...

prg machine · 07-03-2007, 12:04 PM

kyull,
Are your front signal lights non existent, or simply recessed back to the core support????

prg machine · 07-03-2007, 04:40 PM

ttt

kyull67 · 07-03-2007, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by prg machine

kyull,
Are your front signal lights non existent, or simply recessed back to the core support????

In that picture they aren't installed yet.

07-01-2007, 10:15 PM	#1
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	68' new owner grill trim question After four years I know every nut and bolt of my 71'... but just bought a 68' and I'm sure I'm going to have questions from time to time. In staring at the newly purchased 68', all the front grill trim is pretty much farm trashed. I am going to remove it all. When it all goes back together the only trim I think I will want is the two large rectangular shiny pieces in the grill, and the letters on the hood front. Are there any quality repro trim pieces being made for what I am talking about? thanks Alex __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

07-01-2007, 10:17 PM	#2
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question Where are the pictures? You just can't tease us like that! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-01-2007, 10:59 PM	#4
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question Oh yea, now I remember! Thanks for sharing. What are your plans? __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

07-01-2007, 11:25 PM	#5
kyull67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Springfield/Kansas City Posts: 1,842	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question I got all of my front trim pieces from www.manestruckparts.com I don't know who makes them but they are very good quality. Attached Images __________________ The first '67 The current '67 '63 Biscayne

07-02-2007, 01:29 AM	#6
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question That looks good Kyull67. I just looked over GMC Pauls and it looks as if they carry them as well. Thanks. Alex __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

07-02-2007, 01:48 AM	#7
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question looks like a pretty decent truck you got there __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

07-02-2007, 09:15 AM	#10
DAJ 67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mount Vernon, MO Posts: 96	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question Alex, My parts came from LMC Truck in Lanexa, KS. I personally have never had any problems with them. Attached Images

07-02-2007, 10:14 AM	#11
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question If the V8 SBC engine is original then it's a 307 or 327....no 350's in 68. 250, 292, 307, 327 or 396BBC were the options. Got a pic of the glovebox sticker? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-02-2007, 10:35 AM	#12
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question I bought mine from The Truck Shop, I think they were made by "counterparts." They were cheap and for a reason. The look good, by they are very thin and flimsy. It's been almost a year, my truck sits outside year round, they still look new. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

07-02-2007, 12:03 PM	#14
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question last ones for now: Attached Images __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

07-02-2007, 12:29 PM	#16
prg machine Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: oregon Posts: 1,069	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question I am deleting the eyebrow and hood gingerbread and shaving the side markers to make a 67 "look" as well. Looks good and the only trim I have that was good was the grill trim. Soooooooooooooo........................

07-02-2007, 12:48 PM	#17
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question you should contact that dealer and send them some pics... I am guessing that's a 307 but you need to pull the numbers off the front pass side deck to be sure. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-02-2007, 12:58 PM	#18
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question Alex, Glad to see the 71' has some company! __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider

07-02-2007, 01:23 PM	#19
Stoney Farm Truck Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jersey Village, Texas Posts: 547	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question Project Overkill Is Clean That Trucks Look Like It's Only Five Years Or So Old Hardly Any Abuse Like You See To Most Of Them Today Very Nice Find Congratulations!!!!!! Going To Leave It A Four Speed? Thats Cool.... __________________ 1969 CST/10 1984 K5 Blazer 4x4 2016 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Mike Jersey Village, Tx

07-03-2007, 12:51 AM	#22
Webrigs Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nampa, ID Posts: 66	Re: 68' new owner grill trim question I had to go out and make sure my truck was still there. Almost a mirror image since mine has almost an identical dent in the bed on the passenger side... Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super



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