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**Already Gone** · 09-30-2017, 07:16 PM

This is why I bought the cowl vent trash guard for my truck. This is only 5/6 hours of accumulation from today. Do you think GM engineered the style of the trucks so the leaves fall on the cowl ? Mega Elm trees near my home.

Mr Handy · 09-30-2017, 08:34 PM

I just installed a set in my cowl this evening. Nothing worse than pine needles and laurel oak leaves. I spent most of the summer welding in new metal to replace what had rotted out from "trash" falling through the cracks and rotting into compost. The previous owner had taken the time to glue in some window screen years ago, I wish i knew what kind of glue it was cause it worked real good!

1968aj · 09-30-2017, 08:59 PM

carport; car cover; tarp. I have a lot of trees also and I am about to invest in a carport once a decide on what kind.

saxart · 09-30-2017, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

This is why I bought the cowl vent trash guard for my truck. This is only 5/6 hours of accumulation from today. Do you think GM engineered the style of the trucks so the leaves fall on the cowl ? Mega Elm trees near my home.

Where did you get those screens?

**Already Gone** · 09-30-2017, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by saxart

Where did you get those screens?

Most of the major parts vendors have them. I know Classic Parts and LMC Truck have them and so does Brothers Trucks.

**KSCHEVYUP** · 09-30-2017, 10:18 PM

Cowl Vent Trash Guard
LMC Trucks #38-9096 in stainless: #38-9095 in steel

Mr Handy · 10-01-2017, 09:01 AM

I got a pair of the black ones, not stainless, I was thinking of painting body color but the black just disappears. I cant remember if I ordered them from classic industries or truck & car shop.

CG · 10-01-2017, 09:12 AM

Seems like you can get that king of "guard" material at one of the big box hardware stores and make your own. My guess is probably cheaper than from one of the truck supply places.

Mr Handy · 10-01-2017, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

Seems like you can get that king of "guard" material at one of the big box hardware stores and make your own. My guess is probably cheaper than from one of the truck supply places.

I priced out materials. It would have been hard to get the material in the right size and still be cheaper, not to mention all I had to do was bolt these in and focus on the thousand other things I need to do to get the truck back together.

If you need to make guards for three or four trucks you could save some money, but my time is worth more than I would have saved.

**special-K** · 10-01-2017, 09:44 AM

I haven't looked lately but never bought them because they seemed like too much money for what they are. Yeah, I know the cost is nothing compared to the rust repair. But that doesn't justify charging more. I've made them and it doesn't take long. They are a great idea whether you buy them or make them.

I am sure there was no intent to be allowing leaves and tree debris into the vents. Most leaves do just lay across the openings which blocks them off, like in your picture. A few flip just right and slide in though. Screening is an improvement that came on most vehicles later on.

CG · 10-01-2017, 09:52 AM

Good to know they aren't too expensive and you can save time and money going to the truck stores. Its often not the case.

I was thinking a little screen for my sliding rear window would be a good idea. Driving in the fall the leaves in the bed come flying in the window and startle the crap outta me haha.

custom10nut · 10-01-2017, 09:36 PM

I made my own with leftover gutter leaf guard mesh. The screen isn't as small but they work like a champ.

**VetteVet** · 10-01-2017, 11:51 PM

In case you're interested.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...nt+leaf+guards

In The Ten Ring · 10-02-2017, 12:13 AM

Or you could do like me and just leave your truck in the garage for years because it's taking years to get it back together and running again.

I definitely want to make or purchase some vent guards like these.

JeffMo1 · 10-25-2018, 06:52 PM

I just bought new shields for my truck, and just in time! Does anyone know what size screw/fastener is used for mounting? My truck had already been missing both the shields and fasteners.

Thank you!

Jeff

**jocko** · 10-25-2018, 08:15 PM

they aren't a factory item - these are aftermarket additions (good ones) that didn't exist back in the day.

**FirstOwner69** · 10-25-2018, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by JeffMo1

I just bought new shields for my truck, and just in time! Does anyone know what size screw/fastener is used for mounting? My truck had already been missing both the shields and fasteners.

Thank you!

Jeff

They are held in place by the cowl screws.

cebra · 10-26-2018, 08:25 AM

I used rain gutter leaf guards from Home Depot. They were $5 and took less than 5 minutes to cut and install. I think they look better than the round hole ones you get from the parts places.

Andy4639 · 10-26-2018, 11:28 AM

I just used window screen and the black sealer stuff to stick it to the backside of the cowl. It works great and it's very cheap.

**jocko** · 10-26-2018, 01:09 PM

Andy, did you use the metal or fabric type of screen? Good idea and it looks good.

Andy4639 · 10-26-2018, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jocko

Andy, did you use the metal or fabric type of screen? Good idea and it looks good.

I want to say it's fiberglass screen.
I had bought several rolls back when I redid the back porch so it was no cost at the time. I still have a half roll left.
I used that black sticky stuff you buy at parts store they call it monkey something.

ARCTICFRONTIER · 11-09-2018, 12:14 PM

It’s a great easy mod! Amazing how many leaves get in there in no time at all. Here’s mine from Classic Industries

**cericd** · 11-09-2018, 02:04 PM

Any issues with leaves getting trapped between the cowl vent and the new guard, requiring one to take everything apart to clean the trash out?

Pillow · 11-09-2018, 02:14 PM

Agreed! Leaf Guards are one of the best adds I have made to the C10! Love love love them.

69SCSS · 11-10-2018, 01:15 PM

I got them too, after having to replace my inner and outer rockers and bottom of the A pillar, not dealing with it again!

09-30-2017, 07:16 PM	#1
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,119	Cowl Vent Trash Guard This is why I bought the cowl vent trash guard for my truck. This is only 5/6 hours of accumulation from today. Do you think GM engineered the style of the trucks so the leaves fall on the cowl ? Mega Elm trees near my home. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

09-30-2017, 08:34 PM	#2
Mr Handy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Spring Hill, Florida Posts: 465	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I just installed a set in my cowl this evening. Nothing worse than pine needles and laurel oak leaves. I spent most of the summer welding in new metal to replace what had rotted out from "trash" falling through the cracks and rotting into compost. The previous owner had taken the time to glue in some window screen years ago, I wish i knew what kind of glue it was cause it worked real good!

09-30-2017, 10:18 PM	#6
KSCHEVYUP Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NEAR MARYSVILLE,KANSAS 66508 Posts: 469	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Cowl Vent Trash Guard LMC Trucks #38-9096 in stainless: #38-9095 in steel __________________ 1972 C30 Cheyenne Super 1971 C10 (Parts truck)

10-01-2017, 09:01 AM	#7
Mr Handy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Spring Hill, Florida Posts: 465	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I got a pair of the black ones, not stainless, I was thinking of painting body color but the black just disappears. I cant remember if I ordered them from classic industries or truck & car shop. Attached Images

10-01-2017, 09:12 AM	#8
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,871	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Seems like you can get that king of "guard" material at one of the big box hardware stores and make your own. My guess is probably cheaper than from one of the truck supply places. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

09-30-2017, 08:59 PM	#3
1968aj Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: houston texas Posts: 1,438	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard carport; car cover; tarp. I have a lot of trees also and I am about to invest in a carport once a decide on what kind.

10-01-2017, 09:44 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,859	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I haven't looked lately but never bought them because they seemed like too much money for what they are. Yeah, I know the cost is nothing compared to the rust repair. But that doesn't justify charging more. I've made them and it doesn't take long. They are a great idea whether you buy them or make them. I am sure there was no intent to be allowing leaves and tree debris into the vents. Most leaves do just lay across the openings which blocks them off, like in your picture. A few flip just right and slide in though. Screening is an improvement that came on most vehicles later on. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 10-01-2017 at 02:41 PM.

10-01-2017, 09:52 AM	#11
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,871	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Good to know they aren't too expensive and you can save time and money going to the truck stores. Its often not the case. I was thinking a little screen for my sliding rear window would be a good idea. Driving in the fall the leaves in the bed come flying in the window and startle the crap outta me haha. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

10-01-2017, 09:36 PM	#12
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,869	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I made my own with leftover gutter leaf guard mesh. The screen isn't as small but they work like a champ.

10-01-2017, 11:51 PM	#13
VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,714	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard In case you're interested. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...nt+leaf+guards __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative.

10-02-2017, 12:13 AM	#14
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Or you could do like me and just leave your truck in the garage for years because it's taking years to get it back together and running again. I definitely want to make or purchase some vent guards like these.

10-25-2018, 06:52 PM	#15
JeffMo1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 4	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I just bought new shields for my truck, and just in time! Does anyone know what size screw/fastener is used for mounting? My truck had already been missing both the shields and fasteners. Thank you! Jeff

10-25-2018, 08:15 PM	#16
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,963	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard they aren't a factory item - these are aftermarket additions (good ones) that didn't exist back in the day.

10-26-2018, 08:25 AM	#18
cebra Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Durham, North Carolina Posts: 782	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I used rain gutter leaf guards from Home Depot. They were $5 and took less than 5 minutes to cut and install. I think they look better than the round hole ones you get from the parts places. __________________ My Daily Driver Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=755668

10-26-2018, 11:28 AM	#19
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I just used window screen and the black sealer stuff to stick it to the backside of the cowl. It works great and it's very cheap. Attached Images __________________ 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.



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10-26-2018, 01:09 PM	#20
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,963	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Andy, did you use the metal or fabric type of screen? Good idea and it looks good.

11-09-2018, 12:14 PM	#22
ARCTICFRONTIER Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Regina, SK Posts: 101	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard It’s a great easy mod! Amazing how many leaves get in there in no time at all. Here’s mine from Classic Industries

11-09-2018, 02:04 PM	#23
cericd Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Texan, back in TX Posts: 2,153	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Any issues with leaves getting trapped between the cowl vent and the new guard, requiring one to take everything apart to clean the trash out? __________________ Chris My 1970 SWB C/10 - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=534872

11-09-2018, 02:14 PM	#24
Pillow Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Warrenton VA Posts: 144	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard Agreed! Leaf Guards are one of the best adds I have made to the C10! Love love love them. __________________ '71 C-10 with 5.3 LS2 cam & NWC T5 - Patina King! '83 Jeep Cherokee w 5.3 LS9 cam & SM465 NP208 swap in progress '92 Volvo 960 wagon w 5.3 LS7 cam & WC T5 swap in progress '79 Porsche 911 SC '48 Spartan Mansion 30' travel trailer '10 Porsche Cayenne S - Daily

11-10-2018, 01:15 PM	#25
69SCSS Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Neskowin OR Posts: 1,153	Re: Cowl Vent Trash Guard I got them too, after having to replace my inner and outer rockers and bottom of the A pillar, not dealing with it again! __________________ My 68 SWB Al Silveira Music <- My daughter loves this guy 8-)

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