Which Front Bumper Works Best? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

magwakeenercew2jh · 01-29-2014, 01:45 AM

Usually, I just go with the feeling.

Since I have both bumpers, I started by running this pre-'71 bumper that got paint at the same time as the rest
of the sheet metal.

I'm not really sure whether I want to stick with it, or go back to the '71 with the turn signals down low.

If I didn't have both bumpers, it'd be an easy choice. But now, while I wait for motor money to grow, I'm itching to get
my hands dirty again....

Anybody like either one of these better than the other?

Fatherof3 · 01-29-2014, 01:55 AM

Early style

nolimitssjca · 01-29-2014, 02:16 AM

I like the clear lenses later style.

Moe's C10 · 01-29-2014, 02:39 AM

I dig the early style!!!

**Stocker** · 01-29-2014, 03:08 AM

If you use the early bumper, what will you do for turn signals / parking lamps?

Andy4639 · 01-29-2014, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

If you use the early bumper, what will you do for turn signals / parking lamps?

I would think even in Cal it would be illegal to run it without the signals and parking lights.
Myself I like the painted 71 bumper.

magwakeenercew2jh · 01-29-2014, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

If you use the early bumper, what will you do for turn signals / parking lamps?

They're mounted inside the grill in the stock hardware...
Did that just in case I wanted to change back.

All operational and legal like!

Andy4639 · 01-29-2014, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

They're mounted inside the grill in the stock hardware...
Did that just in case I wanted to change back.

All operational and legal like!

Still vote for the 71 Bumper!

**Stocker** · 01-29-2014, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

They're mounted inside the grill in the stock hardware...

Oh, okay.... I can't see them so didn't realize they were there.

Actually that complicates it for me. I like the clean look of the early bumper, but would prefer chrome.

Tough choice but I think I'd go with the early bumper. Maybe a darker color though, more like Andy's.

magwakeenercew2jh · 01-29-2014, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

Actually that complicates it for me. I like the clean look of the early bumper, but would prefer chrome.

Tough choice but I think I'd go with the early bumper. Maybe a darker color though, more like Andy's.

Yeah. Andy's is sweet.

Another design complication for me is that I'm running a roll pan in the rear.
So, it now has the same body color on it that matches the current front bumper.

Possibly, a chrome sport bumper in the rear, and an early chrome bumper up front?

I don't know...but it's fun to figure it out...*Before* I spend some hard-earned $$$$$.

Thanks for the help.

Andy4639 · 01-29-2014, 07:02 PM

This brings up another question? Is that rear roll pan legal. I know most want get a ticket for them on old hot rods but bumpers are required here in SC.
Just wondering.

magwakeenercew2jh · 01-29-2014, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

This brings up another question? Is that rear roll pan legal. I know most want get a ticket for them on old hot rods but bumpers are required here in SC.
Just wondering.

Almost nothing is legal in California.
But, I built and drove a '72 C10 passed many a CHP, and no comments.

When my initial test drive found me on the side of the road in this one, the helpful CHP officer spent a
half an hour looking at RAT and complimenting me on the build. Of course, you can't be too "flowery"
about a build when the truck's sitting there broken!!!!

(It was an HEI module)

truckster · 01-29-2014, 09:37 PM

I vote for the 71/72 bumper. I just think it looks more at home with the eggcrate grill, and I like the chrome as well.

BigCountryx · 01-29-2014, 10:58 PM

Early style, if chrome front and rear is an option, I'll vote that, but I definitely prefer no lights in the bumper.

01-29-2014, 01:45 AM	#1
magwakeenercew2jh RAT1968 '68 Cab/'71 Parts Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Coarsegold, CA Posts: 2,375	Which Front Bumper Works Best? Usually, I just go with the feeling. Since I have both bumpers, I started by running this pre-'71 bumper that got paint at the same time as the rest of the sheet metal. I'm not really sure whether I want to stick with it, or go back to the '71 with the turn signals down low. If I didn't have both bumpers, it'd be an easy choice. But now, while I wait for motor money to grow, I'm itching to get my hands dirty again.... Anybody like either one of these better than the other? Attached Images __________________ M17 Coarsegold, CA RAT's shiny now. But always a rat.

01-29-2014, 01:55 AM	#2
Fatherof3 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: North Bend Wa Posts: 355	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? Early style __________________ 65 C20 292 4spd 4:56 Eaton HO52

01-29-2014, 02:16 AM	#3
nolimitssjca Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 69	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? I like the clear lenses later style.

01-29-2014, 02:39 AM	#4
Moe's C10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: lakewood Posts: 7	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? I dig the early style!!!

01-29-2014, 03:08 AM	#5
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,728	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? If you use the early bumper, what will you do for turn signals / parking lamps? __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

01-29-2014, 07:02 PM	#11
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? This brings up another question? Is that rear roll pan legal. I know most want get a ticket for them on old hot rods but bumpers are required here in SC. Just wondering. __________________ 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.

01-29-2014, 09:37 PM	#13
truckster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,982	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? I vote for the 71/72 bumper. I just think it looks more at home with the eggcrate grill, and I like the chrome as well.

01-29-2014, 10:58 PM	#14
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: Which Front Bumper Works Best? Early style, if chrome front and rear is an option, I'll vote that, but I definitely prefer no lights in the bumper. __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant



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