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BLUE80GMC · 12-05-2003, 11:26 PM

I got a new Hood Emblem on ebay. My hood has never had one. Anyone out there got any tips on where to drill or how to install?

**old Rusty C10** · 12-05-2003, 11:27 PM

i would think theres a set of holes through the inner part of the hood id look on the underside of the hood to see where it goes

ChevyGuyBC · 12-05-2003, 11:30 PM

can i see a picture of what you bought?

BLUE80GMC · 12-05-2003, 11:30 PM

I thought that too but the hood has an inner panel cant get to inner side without removing hood latch.

BLUE80GMC · 12-05-2003, 11:40 PM

Here it is

BLUE80GMC · 12-05-2003, 11:43 PM

Will have to drill 3 holes. 1 for the spring 1/2 inch or more & 2 for pins & clips 13/64. Not crazy about drilling holes. should i treat the holes.

bigblock73 · 12-06-2003, 01:33 AM

I would definately paint the bare metal where the new holes are, you can also put some clear silicone on the bolt to help keep water out and keep the chance of water hitting bare metal to a minimum.

Russell · 12-06-2003, 02:48 AM

There should be a hole in your underhood metal that you can stick a wrench through to install the hood emblem

I would also treat those holes, and also stick silicone underneith to help seal the hood. I personally love the look of these emblems, your truck seems to be getting to look a lot like mine, lol! Now I just need to fix my rust and stuff...

BLUE80GMC · 12-06-2003, 08:25 AM

There isn't a way to bolt it on . it has 2 pins on either end and the spring in the middle. I think you drill the holes then insert the pushin body clips then insert the emblem like side emblems.

**N2TRUX** · 12-06-2003, 11:01 AM

It uses "pal" nuts. They are stamped sheetmtal nuts that screw on to the pins. You can get them from GM or at the local hardware store.

86SILVERADO · 12-06-2003, 11:55 AM

You also need to very carefully thread the posts on the emblem or you will not be able to get the pal nuts on. I had to do this with the aftermarket hood letters that I bought for my 67 chev.

BLUE80GMC · 12-06-2003, 12:14 PM

How to you thread the post? just xcrew on the pal nuts?

BLUE80GMC · 12-06-2003, 12:15 PM

Or do you have to run a die on it?

86SILVERADO · 12-06-2003, 01:02 PM

Yes you need to thread it with a die. Very carefully. Dont try to hog off too much. Just find the size that puts enough of a thread on it for the nut to have something to grab.

**N2TRUX** · 12-06-2003, 01:52 PM

They are also called "speed nuts". If you have the correct size, they should cut their own threads. They cut a very course thread as they go on, but you have to have the correct size. Here is what one looks like-

BLUE80GMC · 12-06-2003, 01:59 PM

Thanks guys.

KShortell · 12-08-2003, 01:48 PM

There also should be a plastic spacer that fits between the hood and the metal base to the ornament. This prevents the edges of the pot metal from grinding their way through the paint and causing rust.

Good luck!

BLUE80GMC · 12-08-2003, 07:09 PM

Now you tell me. Already installed but I dont think this was the right one. I believe it was for 81-87 and mine is an 80. Is there a differrence in the hoods? Where can I get the spacer?

86SILVERADO · 12-08-2003, 10:40 PM

Well I was going to tell you that I thought the truck would look nicer without it but I generally don't like to make those sort of comments. The hood style does change as you suspected. No going back now I guess.

BLUE80GMC · 12-09-2003, 01:16 AM

I guess it will have to do for now. Until I find the correct ornament or get another hood. both of which take money.

12-05-2003, 11:26 PM	#1
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Help Installing Hood Emblem I got a new Hood Emblem on ebay. My hood has never had one. Anyone out there got any tips on where to drill or how to install? Attached Images

12-05-2003, 11:27 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	i would think theres a set of holes through the inner part of the hood id look on the underside of the hood to see where it goes __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

12-05-2003, 11:40 PM	#5
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Hood Emblem Here it is Attached Images

12-06-2003, 01:33 AM	#7
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	I would definately paint the bare metal where the new holes are, you can also put some clear silicone on the bolt to help keep water out and keep the chance of water hitting bare metal to a minimum. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

12-06-2003, 02:48 AM	#8
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	There should be a hole in your underhood metal that you can stick a wrench through to install the hood emblem I would also treat those holes, and also stick silicone underneith to help seal the hood. I personally love the look of these emblems, your truck seems to be getting to look a lot like mine, lol! Now I just need to fix my rust and stuff... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

12-05-2003, 11:30 PM	#3
ChevyGuyBC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 17	can i see a picture of what you bought?

12-05-2003, 11:43 PM	#6
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Will have to drill 3 holes. 1 for the spring 1/2 inch or more & 2 for pins & clips 13/64. Not crazy about drilling holes. should i treat the holes.

12-06-2003, 08:25 AM	#9
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	There isn't a way to bolt it on . it has 2 pins on either end and the spring in the middle. I think you drill the holes then insert the pushin body clips then insert the emblem like side emblems.

12-06-2003, 11:01 AM	#10
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	It uses "pal" nuts. They are stamped sheetmtal nuts that screw on to the pins. You can get them from GM or at the local hardware store. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-06-2003, 11:55 AM	#11
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	You also need to very carefully thread the posts on the emblem or you will not be able to get the pal nuts on. I had to do this with the aftermarket hood letters that I bought for my 67 chev. __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

12-06-2003, 12:14 PM	#12
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	How to you thread the post? just xcrew on the pal nuts?

12-06-2003, 12:15 PM	#13
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Or do you have to run a die on it?

12-06-2003, 01:02 PM	#14
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	Yes you need to thread it with a die. Very carefully. Dont try to hog off too much. Just find the size that puts enough of a thread on it for the nut to have something to grab. __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

12-06-2003, 01:52 PM	#15
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	They are also called "speed nuts". If you have the correct size, they should cut their own threads. They cut a very course thread as they go on, but you have to have the correct size. Here is what one looks like-

12-06-2003, 01:59 PM	#16
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Thanks guys.



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12-08-2003, 01:48 PM	#17
KShortell Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 734	There also should be a plastic spacer that fits between the hood and the metal base to the ornament. This prevents the edges of the pot metal from grinding their way through the paint and causing rust. Good luck! __________________ Semper Paratus

12-08-2003, 07:09 PM	#18
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	Now you tell me. Already installed but I dont think this was the right one. I believe it was for 81-87 and mine is an 80. Is there a differrence in the hoods? Where can I get the spacer?

12-08-2003, 10:40 PM	#19
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	Well I was going to tell you that I thought the truck would look nicer without it but I generally don't like to make those sort of comments. The hood style does change as you suspected. No going back now I guess. __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

12-09-2003, 01:16 AM	#20
BLUE80GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lincolnton NC Posts: 36	I guess it will have to do for now. Until I find the correct ornament or get another hood. both of which take money.

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