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cor86 · 12-07-2009, 12:07 AM

Hi all. I still don't know what front end my truck is gonna get, but I am leaning towards the stock over/under quad lights with a billet grill and chrome bezels or a phantom grill. I cannot find an 89-91 in good shape for under $200 that is close enough to pick up, and I already bought and installed the euro H4 lights and clears in the 81-82 bumper. Sooo, smart money says to stick with what I have and get a grill, bezels, and new moulding, rather than give away what I already have and spend three times more than what I need to. Anyways, I am going to need new grill moulding, whether I go with a phantom or standard billet grill. I really like the 81-82 trim, as it is smooth, and $10 cheaper through LMC. Will it be a direct fit on my 86? I cannot find one truck in the local yards to compare mounting studs. It took me forever to find the 81-82 bumper and the whole clip was already gone from the truck. I tried searching this forum, and the other one, with different words, but have had no luck finding an answer. I just don't want to spend $60 on the kit and find out that I have to drill a bunch of holes, or worse. Sorry for the novel and thanks for any advice and answers.

**N2TRUX** · 12-07-2009, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cor86

.... Anyways, I am going to need new grill moulding, whether I go with a phantom or standard billet grill. I really like the 81-82 trim, as it is smooth, and $10 cheaper through LMC. Will it be a direct fit on my 86? .....

Anyone?

STOCKISH · 12-07-2009, 11:02 AM

Sorry man, wish I could help. Maybe the guys at LMC could help? Have you tried calling them and talking to anyone? Hope you get it figured out.

cor86 · 12-07-2009, 11:45 AM

I tried asking them, but they are strictly a retail outfit and give no tech support. More than likely, I will just order it and do what needs to be done, if anything. I was just hoping someone else had gone this route, or the other way, and could give some insight.

dunnit · 12-07-2009, 09:02 PM

the base model crew cabs from 88-91 had a cheap 4 bulb setup like the 83-87 style....but with silver finish....seems like the moldings were made on to the grille. been awhile since i have saw any around. going to start looking for one myself. another "cheap" alternative to the flat 4 bulb deal....eurosport celebrety composites.

rigon4 · 12-08-2009, 08:30 AM

The grill trim molding has studs that can be slide to were you need them so i will say they will work.

12-07-2009, 12:07 AM	#1
cor86 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Warsaw, IN Posts: 93	grill trim moulding question Hi all. I still don't know what front end my truck is gonna get, but I am leaning towards the stock over/under quad lights with a billet grill and chrome bezels or a phantom grill. I cannot find an 89-91 in good shape for under $200 that is close enough to pick up, and I already bought and installed the euro H4 lights and clears in the 81-82 bumper. Sooo, smart money says to stick with what I have and get a grill, bezels, and new moulding, rather than give away what I already have and spend three times more than what I need to. Anyways, I am going to need new grill moulding, whether I go with a phantom or standard billet grill. I really like the 81-82 trim, as it is smooth, and $10 cheaper through LMC. Will it be a direct fit on my 86? I cannot find one truck in the local yards to compare mounting studs. It took me forever to find the 81-82 bumper and the whole clip was already gone from the truck. I tried searching this forum, and the other one, with different words, but have had no luck finding an answer. I just don't want to spend $60 on the kit and find out that I have to drill a bunch of holes, or worse. Sorry for the novel and thanks for any advice and answers.

12-07-2009, 11:02 AM	#3
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: grill trim moulding question Sorry man, wish I could help. Maybe the guys at LMC could help? Have you tried calling them and talking to anyone? Hope you get it figured out. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-07-2009, 11:45 AM	#4
cor86 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Warsaw, IN Posts: 93	Re: grill trim moulding question I tried asking them, but they are strictly a retail outfit and give no tech support. More than likely, I will just order it and do what needs to be done, if anything. I was just hoping someone else had gone this route, or the other way, and could give some insight.

12-07-2009, 09:02 PM	#5
dunnit Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: atwood in northern ky Posts: 14	Re: grill trim moulding question the base model crew cabs from 88-91 had a cheap 4 bulb setup like the 83-87 style....but with silver finish....seems like the moldings were made on to the grille. been awhile since i have saw any around. going to start looking for one myself. another "cheap" alternative to the flat 4 bulb deal....eurosport celebrety composites.

12-08-2009, 08:30 AM	#6
rigon4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: east syracuse ny Posts: 371	Re: grill trim moulding question The grill trim molding has studs that can be slide to were you need them so i will say they will work. __________________ 1981 K-5 Blazer 2wd 1985 C-10 Short step 1988 C-10 Suburban

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