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Wideopenracing15 · 01-20-2010, 04:07 PM

How much would it cost to get a 69 gmc or even a 69 chevy grille re-chromed?

msgross · 01-20-2010, 04:15 PM

A lot.. they make chrome one's that you can buy, original 69's were aluminum I think though...

Wideopenracing15 · 01-20-2010, 04:20 PM

I know my current 69 GMC is not aluminum because it is rusting. Or maybe just that is the only piece that isn't aluminum. How much would it be versus a brand new grille?

Wideopenracing15 · 01-20-2010, 04:21 PM

**Classic Heartbeat** · 01-20-2010, 04:22 PM

69-72 Chevy Grills are aluminum. All 67-72 GMC grills are steel. You can purchace a 71-72 Chevy grill in chrome plated steel though. The are a bit tough to install, but look great once done. WES

Wideopenracing15 · 01-20-2010, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

69-72 Chevy Grills are aluminum. All 67-72 GMC grills are steel. You can purchace a 71-72 Chevy grill in chrome plated steel though. The are a bit tough to install, but look great once done. WES

Your right they do look great. Those are some great looking trucks there.

cdowns · 01-20-2010, 04:39 PM

rechrome would probally b 3to4times what a new repop will cost you

Sinisterspeed · 01-21-2010, 02:57 AM

repop GMC grill is upwards of 450-500 and doesn't come with the top bar or fender pieces. A rechrome would probably be approx the same amount and you would have a thicker OEM part. The repops look great but just like bumpers if you have an original without dents just rechome it. Thats my opinion anyway.

OhioDan · 01-21-2010, 05:13 AM

Before the repop parts became available, I had all the chrome pieces of the grill on my 70 GMC rechromed. Cost right around $1,000.00 . Since then, I can buy the new repops for about $750.00 . Hope this helps?

**Thealien** · 01-21-2010, 08:29 AM

I have not been able to find anyone willing to rechrome my grill for less than $1500 around here.

I am not 100% happy with my repop and will eventually have my original rechromed.

Longhorn Man · 01-21-2010, 10:32 AM

you'll have to call a chrome shop to know, there prices differ considerably. You may not even have a shop anywhere close since the chemicals used are so nasty the EPA has closed most of the shops down. There's some venders that do it, I think one is called bumper boyz... they go to a lot of the main swap meets, but that name is only an example, I've heard quite a few unsatisfied customers on there work.
Aftermarket will certinaly be cheaper than a quality rechrome, but as noted, the stock pieces are probably better.

**71blksuper4x4** · 01-21-2010, 10:52 AM

Before you spend the money, try getting some very fine grit steel wool with some windex and go over the rusted areas. You might be suprised. Trevor

suville · 01-21-2010, 11:37 AM

First let me say this is NOT an advertisement , just sharing knowledge and resources! There is a rechrome company in Palmdale Cali. called Bumper Depot (Google it) last I knew Janet was the main rep very knowledgeable in the biz, I have seen the work and its very good albeit costly. I met her at the Goodguys show in Seattle. That being said shipping is a factor and like was mentioned the EPA has killed most of the chrome shops and a lot of other businesses (we wont go there) and as was also mentioned there is nothing that fits as good as OEM period! JMHO. One thing I have considered is the "near chrome" powder coating but a chromed part still would need to be stripped of the plating if there is any peeling or rust as it will show the broken edges and rust pits but it would be an option. I would think Txfirefighter might be someone to discuss this option or if you have a powder coating facility in your neck of woods. The GMC folks certainly have a challenge in this area as opposed to the chev folks and until someone can produce a quality fitting repop there aint many options

68gmsee · 01-21-2010, 11:49 AM

A few years ago I called a Houston firm and asked about chroming my GMC bumper. They said $150-$200 if the bumper didn't require straightening but they suggested buying a repro one.

I've heard from some that if you live close to the border you can get some really good prices on chroming and rechroming in Mexico. EPA can't control them.

**mr48chev** · 01-21-2010, 12:24 PM

Having chrome done or redone is one place where you really have to know and be able to trust the quality of the work that the shop turns out. You have to pay plenty for good work but you still can spend a lot on shoddy work that will have to be redone to be right.

Chrome may be like the roll and pleat upholstery jobs were 40 years ago where you make "the trip" south of the border to get your chrome done for a reasonable price and decent quality work. There is supposed to be a new shop starting up locally but I haven't been by there to check and see what they are doing or what they will do.

hippie-46 · 01-25-2010, 07:09 AM

i was watching the tv show my classic car there was a advertisment on there you might check didnt get the phone number but i did get web site called paulschrome.com . might check there.

01-20-2010, 04:07 PM	#1
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re-Chrome How much would it cost to get a 69 gmc or even a 69 chevy grille re-chromed? Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 01-20-2010 at 04:24 PM.

01-20-2010, 04:15 PM	#2
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Re-Chrome A lot.. they make chrome one's that you can buy, original 69's were aluminum I think though... __________________ 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"

01-20-2010, 04:20 PM	#3
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Re-Chrome I know my current 69 GMC is not aluminum because it is rusting. Or maybe just that is the only piece that isn't aluminum. How much would it be versus a brand new grille?

01-20-2010, 04:21 PM	#4
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01-20-2010, 04:22 PM	#5
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Re: Re-Chrome 69-72 Chevy Grills are aluminum. All 67-72 GMC grills are steel. You can purchace a 71-72 Chevy grill in chrome plated steel though. The are a bit tough to install, but look great once done. WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

01-20-2010, 04:39 PM	#7
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Re-Chrome rechrome would probally b 3to4times what a new repop will cost you __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

01-21-2010, 02:57 AM	#8
Sinisterspeed Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gales Creek, Oregon Posts: 619	Re: Re-Chrome repop GMC grill is upwards of 450-500 and doesn't come with the top bar or fender pieces. A rechrome would probably be approx the same amount and you would have a thicker OEM part. The repops look great but just like bumpers if you have an original without dents just rechome it. Thats my opinion anyway. __________________ There are two kinds of people, those who finish what they start and so on. 70 GMC Longhorn (A.K.A Money Bucket) 57 Chev 3100 05 Chevy LLY Dmax. 67 Chevy Camaro Dad's Budget Build 55 My Longhorn Build

01-21-2010, 05:13 AM	#9
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: Re-Chrome Before the repop parts became available, I had all the chrome pieces of the grill on my 70 GMC rechromed. Cost right around $1,000.00 . Since then, I can buy the new repops for about $750.00 . Hope this helps? __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started.

01-21-2010, 08:29 AM	#10
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,134	Re: Re-Chrome I have not been able to find anyone willing to rechrome my grill for less than $1500 around here. I am not 100% happy with my repop and will eventually have my original rechromed. __________________ Click on my Not really a build thread, yet NOT SO RUST FREE RUST FREE BLAZER LS ENGINE SWAP INFORMATION THREAD BOLT RESTORATIONS 4l60 to an NP205

01-21-2010, 10:32 AM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Re-Chrome you'll have to call a chrome shop to know, there prices differ considerably. You may not even have a shop anywhere close since the chemicals used are so nasty the EPA has closed most of the shops down. There's some venders that do it, I think one is called bumper boyz... they go to a lot of the main swap meets, but that name is only an example, I've heard quite a few unsatisfied customers on there work. Aftermarket will certinaly be cheaper than a quality rechrome, but as noted, the stock pieces are probably better.

01-21-2010, 10:52 AM	#12
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: Re-Chrome Before you spend the money, try getting some very fine grit steel wool with some windex and go over the rusted areas. You might be suprised. 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

01-21-2010, 11:37 AM	#13
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	Re: Re-Chrome First let me say this is NOT an advertisement , just sharing knowledge and resources! There is a rechrome company in Palmdale Cali. called Bumper Depot (Google it) last I knew Janet was the main rep very knowledgeable in the biz, I have seen the work and its very good albeit costly. I met her at the Goodguys show in Seattle. That being said shipping is a factor and like was mentioned the EPA has killed most of the chrome shops and a lot of other businesses (we wont go there) and as was also mentioned there is nothing that fits as good as OEM period! JMHO. One thing I have considered is the "near chrome" powder coating but a chromed part still would need to be stripped of the plating if there is any peeling or rust as it will show the broken edges and rust pits but it would be an option. I would think Txfirefighter might be someone to discuss this option or if you have a powder coating facility in your neck of woods. The GMC folks certainly have a challenge in this area as opposed to the chev folks and until someone can produce a quality fitting repop there aint many options

01-21-2010, 11:49 AM	#14
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Re-Chrome A few years ago I called a Houston firm and asked about chroming my GMC bumper. They said $150-$200 if the bumper didn't require straightening but they suggested buying a repro one. I've heard from some that if you live close to the border you can get some really good prices on chroming and rechroming in Mexico. EPA can't control them.

01-21-2010, 12:24 PM	#15
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,705	Re: Re-Chrome Having chrome done or redone is one place where you really have to know and be able to trust the quality of the work that the shop turns out. You have to pay plenty for good work but you still can spend a lot on shoddy work that will have to be redone to be right. Chrome may be like the roll and pleat upholstery jobs were 40 years ago where you make "the trip" south of the border to get your chrome done for a reasonable price and decent quality work. There is supposed to be a new shop starting up locally but I haven't been by there to check and see what they are doing or what they will do.

01-25-2010, 07:09 AM	#16
hippie-46 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: cincinnati ohio Posts: 28	Re: Re-Chrome i was watching the tv show my classic car there was a advertisment on there you might check didnt get the phone number but i did get web site called paulschrome.com . might check there.



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