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Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 11:22 AM

Ok the grill on my 67 is probably going to be one of my next projects. However I do not want to go with the factory look. I want to keep the outer shell but want to do something to fill in the open space. I really like the way the billet grills look but I can't find one for a 67. Does anyone have any ideas or seen something that looks really trick. Post pics if you have them please. Thanks in advance.

smokekiki · 09-09-2003, 11:58 AM

You need to make one.Get a grill for a 71-72 a cut it to fit.The bend is very close to the same as a 67-68

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 11:59 AM

thanks I appreciate the help.

**CPNE** · 09-09-2003, 12:00 PM

I think there was a 67/68 phantom grille used on one of those high-buck trailer queens but it still fell short of the original IMO. I think that's why you don't see them as an aftermarket item as it looks out of place on the 67/68. On a 71/72 grille it looks okay, maybe you should switch to that style?

But if you're hell-bent on destroying one of the finest looking grilles ever made (next to the GMC of course

) you may want to go all out and graft one of these babies in. It'll achieve the uniqueness to which you aspire.

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 12:16 PM

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Originally posted by CPNE
But if you're hell-bent on destroying one of the finest looking grilles ever made (next to the GMC of course) you may want to go all out and graft one of these babies in. It'll achieve the uniqueness to which you aspire.

I'm don't think of it as destroying it, I just want to customize it. When I build something, I build it to stand out. I can't stand being like someone else.

**CPNE** · 09-09-2003, 12:47 PM

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Originally posted by Primed67

When I build something, I build it to stand out. I can't stand being like someone else.

Me too, that's why when I rebuild them I keep mine as close to stock as possible. Precious few are doing that! Something to think about.

FYI, I was just having a little fun with ya. But the Edsel grille WILL make it stand out.

You may want to find a 67/68 grille that has a damaged center bar since you'll be cutting it out. That way you'll have your original (assuming undamaged) to go back to or sell it for some $$. Just a thought.

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 01:21 PM

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Originally posted by CPNE

Me too, that's why when I rebuild them I keep mine as close to stock as possible. Precious few are doing that! Something to think about.

FYI, I was just having a little fun with ya. But the Edsel grille WILL make it stand out.

You may want to find a 67/68 grille that has a damaged center bar since you'll be cutting it out. That way you'll have your original (assuming undamaged) to go back to or sell it for some $$. Just a thought.

Yea the Edsel grill would stand out but that is more different than I would like to be. I agee with you on getting another grill to try it on so that I still have the original.
Thanks

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 01:23 PM

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Originally posted by smokekiki
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pic no work, lets see if I can make it.

http://community.webshots.com/s/imag...4YBbnjo_ph.jpg

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 01:24 PM

that didn't work, says forbidden.

THOR 50 · 09-09-2003, 04:43 PM

Check out the 3rd pic in this post

http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...threadid=67923

Primed67 · 09-09-2003, 04:49 PM

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Originally posted by THOR 50
Check out the 3rd pic in this post

http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...threadid=67923

thanks

tyger25 · 09-09-2003, 10:14 PM

I like the billet grille.

09-09-2003, 11:22 AM	#1
Primed67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tyler Posts: 575	67 Grill Ideas Ok the grill on my 67 is probably going to be one of my next projects. However I do not want to go with the factory look. I want to keep the outer shell but want to do something to fill in the open space. I really like the way the billet grills look but I can't find one for a 67. Does anyone have any ideas or seen something that looks really trick. Post pics if you have them please. Thanks in advance. __________________ 1969 Chevrolet SWB Stepside 1959 Chevrolet apache * Sold 1967 Prostreet Chevy SWB Fleetside *Sold 2014 1/2 ton Crew Cab Chevrolet 4x4

09-09-2003, 11:58 AM	#2
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	You need to make one.Get a grill for a 71-72 a cut it to fit.The bend is very close to the same as a 67-68 __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

09-09-2003, 11:59 AM	#3
Primed67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tyler Posts: 575	thanks I appreciate the help. __________________ 1969 Chevrolet SWB Stepside 1959 Chevrolet apache * Sold 1967 Prostreet Chevy SWB Fleetside *Sold 2014 1/2 ton Crew Cab Chevrolet 4x4

09-09-2003, 12:00 PM	#4
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	I think there was a 67/68 phantom grille used on one of those high-buck trailer queens but it still fell short of the original IMO. I think that's why you don't see them as an aftermarket item as it looks out of place on the 67/68. On a 71/72 grille it looks okay, maybe you should switch to that style? But if you're hell-bent on destroying one of the finest looking grilles ever made (next to the GMC of course) you may want to go all out and graft one of these babies in. It'll achieve the uniqueness to which you aspire. Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

09-09-2003, 01:24 PM	#9
Primed67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tyler Posts: 575	that didn't work, says forbidden. __________________ 1969 Chevrolet SWB Stepside 1959 Chevrolet apache * Sold 1967 Prostreet Chevy SWB Fleetside *Sold 2014 1/2 ton Crew Cab Chevrolet 4x4

09-09-2003, 04:43 PM	#10
THOR 50 Over worked under paid Join Date: May 2001 Location: Fort Myers, Florida Posts: 378	grill insert Check out the 3rd pic in this post http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...threadid=67923 __________________ Roger '69 C-10 with GMC front clip billet grill, 283CI, 400TH and 12bolt posiw/3.73 gears Last edited by THOR 50; 09-09-2003 at 05:17 PM.

09-09-2003, 10:14 PM	#12
tyger25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Little Rock, Ar Posts: 124	I like the billet grille. __________________ U.S.A.F. 68' C-10 Stepside 305 w/ 4 speed



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