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77c10 · 08-03-2013, 05:38 PM

Does anyone have a link to the write up about modifying the cab to use later model hinges in the cowl? I had it saved but it is not a valid link anymore.

Thanks,
Tim
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frog210 · 08-03-2013, 05:59 PM

You switch your front end to a later one 81-87, or just asking about the hood hinges
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77c10 · 08-03-2013, 06:02 PM

I have a 77 c10 with 80's front end. The po set the hood up to open reverse and I am trying to install it normally but don't have the hinges in the cowl.
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odee · 08-04-2013, 07:31 AM

I've done a few by putting the rear hinge in place with the arm up, then drill holes to mount and cut the slot for the arm to sit in. I wish I still had the measurments for the hole placement. You will have to change the wiper pivots also and drill some hole for them.

frog210 · 08-04-2013, 08:44 AM

81-87 truck
my 74 i cut to put a later front end

You talking about this??? im a little confused sorry if its not what your asking

77c10 · 08-05-2013, 08:22 AM

That is exactly what I am talking about. I am trying to find the article about how to mount the hinges in the cowl.

77c10 · 08-05-2013, 08:25 AM

Below is a picture of my hood currently. I want to mount it normally.

frog210 · 08-05-2013, 08:50 AM

http://coloradok5.com/grilleswap.shtml , this one
I'd like to see some pics of that coward hood hinge lol
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77c10 · 08-05-2013, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by frog210

http://coloradok5.com/grilleswap.shtml , this one
I'd like to see some pics of that coward hood hinge lol
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You want to see pictures of my current hood hinges?

frog210 · 08-05-2013, 09:56 AM

Yes sir please, did that link help?
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77c10 · 08-05-2013, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by frog210

Yes sir please, did that link help?
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Yes it did! Thanks, it was exactly what I was looking for.
I will try to get some pics tonight of the hinges, PM me your e-mail address.

frog210 · 08-05-2013, 12:36 PM

What are you gonna do with your old front tilt hood hinges?
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77c10 · 08-05-2013, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by frog210

What are you gonna do with your old front tilt hood hinges?
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Probably sell or trade them for something. If you are interested I will put you 1st on the list for them.

frog210 · 08-05-2013, 01:09 PM

Ok cool let me know
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08-03-2013, 05:38 PM	#1
77c10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gallatin, TN Posts: 782	80's hood on 77 cab Does anyone have a link to the write up about modifying the cab to use later model hinges in the cowl? I had it saved but it is not a valid link anymore. Thanks, Tim Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 77 C10, 6.0LS/4L80E, 3:73 12 bolt. Boss 338's 20" x 10" w/ 285/50/20 rear. 20" x 8.5" w/ 245/40/20 front. Vintage Air. Full Autometer gauges recessed in factory bezel (Thanks bigblock73!) Gm Storm Grey Metallic paint "Cool ain't ever cheap and cheap ain't ever cool"

08-03-2013, 05:59 PM	#2
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab You switch your front end to a later one 81-87, or just asking about the hood hinges Posted via Mobile Device __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.

08-03-2013, 06:02 PM	#3
77c10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gallatin, TN Posts: 782	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab I have a 77 c10 with 80's front end. The po set the hood up to open reverse and I am trying to install it normally but don't have the hinges in the cowl. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 77 C10, 6.0LS/4L80E, 3:73 12 bolt. Boss 338's 20" x 10" w/ 285/50/20 rear. 20" x 8.5" w/ 245/40/20 front. Vintage Air. Full Autometer gauges recessed in factory bezel (Thanks bigblock73!) Gm Storm Grey Metallic paint "Cool ain't ever cheap and cheap ain't ever cool"

08-04-2013, 07:31 AM	#4
odee Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: big stone gap va Posts: 83	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab I've done a few by putting the rear hinge in place with the arm up, then drill holes to mount and cut the slot for the arm to sit in. I wish I still had the measurments for the hole placement. You will have to change the wiper pivots also and drill some hole for them.

08-04-2013, 08:44 AM	#5
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab 81-87 truck my 74 i cut to put a later front end You talking about this??? im a little confused sorry if its not what your asking __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.

08-05-2013, 08:22 AM	#6
77c10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gallatin, TN Posts: 782	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab That is exactly what I am talking about. I am trying to find the article about how to mount the hinges in the cowl. __________________ 77 C10, 6.0LS/4L80E, 3:73 12 bolt. Boss 338's 20" x 10" w/ 285/50/20 rear. 20" x 8.5" w/ 245/40/20 front. Vintage Air. Full Autometer gauges recessed in factory bezel (Thanks bigblock73!) Gm Storm Grey Metallic paint "Cool ain't ever cheap and cheap ain't ever cool"

08-05-2013, 08:25 AM	#7
77c10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gallatin, TN Posts: 782	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab Below is a picture of my hood currently. I want to mount it normally. __________________ 77 C10, 6.0LS/4L80E, 3:73 12 bolt. Boss 338's 20" x 10" w/ 285/50/20 rear. 20" x 8.5" w/ 245/40/20 front. Vintage Air. Full Autometer gauges recessed in factory bezel (Thanks bigblock73!) Gm Storm Grey Metallic paint "Cool ain't ever cheap and cheap ain't ever cool"

08-05-2013, 08:50 AM	#8
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab http://coloradok5.com/grilleswap.shtml , this one I'd like to see some pics of that coward hood hinge lol Posted via Mobile Device __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.

08-05-2013, 09:56 AM	#10
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab Yes sir please, did that link help? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.

08-05-2013, 12:36 PM	#12
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab What are you gonna do with your old front tilt hood hinges? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.

08-05-2013, 01:09 PM	#14
frog210 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 784	Re: 80's hood on 77 cab Ok cool let me know Posted via Mobile Device __________________ San Antonio, TEXAS -Frog -I'm a valet and well I've driven BMWs, Mercedes, Porsche,Bentlys, fiats, Hondas, etc and well even do I like a few features, I love my shortbed, it dosent bore me out, just press on the gas and you'll remember why you love it.



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