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bartsim · 11-17-2010, 01:13 AM

Here are some pics of my 57 GMC panel. I am trying to find out if the core support will interchange between Chevy and GMC. Anyone out there know the answer?

dan42 · 11-19-2010, 12:21 AM

Nice truck - don't know the answer, but welcome to the board.

Kim57 · 11-19-2010, 01:14 AM

I don't know the answer either but someone here will.
Kim

bartsim · 11-19-2010, 02:07 AM

Thanks...still plenty to do without the answer.

OrrieG · 11-19-2010, 02:27 AM

I know yours is a 57 but for my 59 I pulled a 58/59 GMC radiator core support out of a GMC and compared it the one in my 59 with broken cross braces. I could not see an difference in the mounting holes for frame, radiator or sheet metal. Some of the stamping was a little different, but that may have just been different supplier or production run. Might have also been the difference between 58 and 59. I mocked it up (its in my build thread) and the radiator fit (mine is out of a 2.5 ton truck).

bartsim · 11-20-2010, 01:04 AM

I think I'll try it. Thanks for the info. I just checked out your build it looks great...i cant wait to see it finished. I will try to post some more progress as it happens.

Mr GMC · 11-22-2010, 12:45 AM

In order to use a 55-57 Chevy core suport on a GMC you will need to add the brackets that are riveted on the Chevy frame that the core support bolt too.

GRIMSS · 11-22-2010, 09:49 PM

You both have nice panel projects there.

bartsim · 03-13-2011, 01:37 AM

Anyone out there know what the difference is between a 1957 Chevy fender and a GMC. All the info that I have found says they are different but no explanation of why. I am trying to decide if I should rework my existing GMC fender or try to make a Chevy work.

Kim57 · 03-13-2011, 08:49 AM

Looking good.
Kim

bartsim · 03-19-2011, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Kim57

Looking good.
Kim

Thanks!

GRIMSS · 03-13-2011, 09:00 PM

Looks good. Wish mine was at that stage.

bartsim · 03-19-2011, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by GRIMSS

Looks good. Wish mine was at that stage.

Thanks! What stage is your build. Have you had any luck finding any parts for the panels.

GRIMSS · 03-19-2011, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by bartsim

Thanks! What stage is your build. Have you had any luck finding any parts for the panels.

The only part that I need that is panel only is the bottom of one of the rear doors. The rest of the parts I need are shared with the truck. I'm pretty lucky, the body is in pretty good shape.

**mr48chev** · 03-13-2011, 10:36 PM

Looks good. I had a dark green 57 panel with a strong 327 in it in the early 70's when I lived in Texas that was a lot of fun.

bartsim · 03-19-2011, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mr48chev

Looks good. I had a dark green 57 panel with a strong 327 in it in the early 70's when I lived in Texas that was a lot of fun.

Thanks. It needs to be done soon the heat is on the way here in AZ.

bartsim · 05-02-2011, 12:57 AM

Almost there just need to complete the stereo and the interior.

entourageguy · 05-02-2011, 08:46 AM

Wow big and green .......

SHORTDOG99 · 03-14-2011, 01:33 PM

The 57 GMC fender is shaped different around the grille area to accommodate for the big GMC moustache bar. I am looking for a passanger side fender for my Dad's 57 GMC...that's how i know.

bartsim · 04-10-2011, 02:11 AM

Almost road worthy. Here are a few more pics

bartsim · 05-02-2011, 12:51 AM

Very close just stereo and interior.

Kim57 · 05-02-2011, 09:25 AM

That looks pretty wild.
Kim

**chev3600** · 05-02-2011, 11:29 AM

Now that's a nice ride! It definitely looks better IMO than the chevy counterpart.
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panelrodder81 · 05-02-2011, 12:16 PM

That is a great looking panel!

SHORTDOG99 · 05-02-2011, 03:06 PM

That's a nice shade of green! That isn't a stock color is it? what is that green off of?

11-17-2010, 01:13 AM	#1
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	57 panel Here are some pics of my 57 GMC panel. I am trying to find out if the core support will interchange between Chevy and GMC. Anyone out there know the answer? Attached Images Last edited by bartsim; 11-17-2010 at 01:16 AM.

11-19-2010, 12:21 AM	#2
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: 57 panel Nice truck - don't know the answer, but welcome to the board. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

11-19-2010, 01:14 AM	#3
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: 57 panel I don't know the answer either but someone here will. Kim

11-19-2010, 02:07 AM	#4
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel Thanks...still plenty to do without the answer.

11-19-2010, 02:27 AM	#5
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 57 panel I know yours is a 57 but for my 59 I pulled a 58/59 GMC radiator core support out of a GMC and compared it the one in my 59 with broken cross braces. I could not see an difference in the mounting holes for frame, radiator or sheet metal. Some of the stamping was a little different, but that may have just been different supplier or production run. Might have also been the difference between 58 and 59. I mocked it up (its in my build thread) and the radiator fit (mine is out of a 2.5 ton truck). __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

11-20-2010, 01:04 AM	#6
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel I think I'll try it. Thanks for the info. I just checked out your build it looks great...i cant wait to see it finished. I will try to post some more progress as it happens.

11-22-2010, 12:45 AM	#7
Mr GMC Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: cameron park, ca. Posts: 89	Re: 57 panel In order to use a 55-57 Chevy core suport on a GMC you will need to add the brackets that are riveted on the Chevy frame that the core support bolt too.

11-22-2010, 09:49 PM	#8
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: 57 panel You both have nice panel projects there. __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

03-13-2011, 01:37 AM	#9
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel Anyone out there know what the difference is between a 1957 Chevy fender and a GMC. All the info that I have found says they are different but no explanation of why. I am trying to decide if I should rework my existing GMC fender or try to make a Chevy work.

03-13-2011, 08:49 AM	#10
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: 57 panel Looking good. Kim

03-13-2011, 09:00 PM	#12
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: 57 panel Looks good. Wish mine was at that stage. __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

03-13-2011, 10:36 PM	#15
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,711	Re: 57 panel Looks good. I had a dark green 57 panel with a strong 327 in it in the early 70's when I lived in Texas that was a lot of fun.

05-02-2011, 12:57 AM	#17
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel Almost there just need to complete the stereo and the interior. Attached Images

05-02-2011, 08:46 AM	#18
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: 57 panel Wow big and green ....... __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

03-14-2011, 01:33 PM	#19
SHORTDOG99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ontario, California Posts: 124	Re: 57 panel The 57 GMC fender is shaped different around the grille area to accommodate for the big GMC moustache bar. I am looking for a passanger side fender for my Dad's 57 GMC...that's how i know.



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04-10-2011, 02:11 AM	#20
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel Almost road worthy. Here are a few more pics

05-02-2011, 12:51 AM	#21
bartsim Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 35	Re: 57 panel Very close just stereo and interior. Last edited by bartsim; 05-02-2011 at 01:03 AM.

05-02-2011, 09:25 AM	#22
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: 57 panel That looks pretty wild. Kim

05-02-2011, 11:29 AM	#23
chev3600 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 444	Re: 57 panel Now that's a nice ride! It definitely looks better IMO than the chevy counterpart. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1949/1954 with LS swap-yeah! http://s260.photobucket.com/albums/i...0/AD%20trucks/jumbled mess of unorganized photos

05-02-2011, 12:16 PM	#24
panelrodder81 Doin' it live! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eagle Mountain, Utah Posts: 471	Re: 57 panel That is a great looking panel! __________________ -Panelrodder 1953 GMC Panel truck - 'Curly' 1961 Chevy Suburban - 'Larry' - Sold 2005 Harley Sportster - 'Shemp'

05-02-2011, 03:06 PM	#25
SHORTDOG99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ontario, California Posts: 124	Re: 57 panel That's a nice shade of green! That isn't a stock color is it? what is that green off of?

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