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boatpuller · 02-09-2007, 11:50 AM

poolboy's thread on his newly finished front end,which turned out great.and involves alot of hours of work.if that's the look you want. and alot do.but,i also get the idea from reading previous post's on this subject it's not everyone's cup of tea.i think one thing everyone agree's on. is customizing to your taste is what makes this hobby great.we haven't had a poll in a long time.so, what the heck,let's try one

smashingchuck · 02-09-2007, 01:44 PM

I guess I have no use for it since my DD is a 91 suburban and my toy is the 78. There is just no way I would put the newer clip on my old truck.

bigblock73 · 02-09-2007, 02:05 PM

Not a fan of the newer fronts on older trucks...defeats the purpose of having an older truck IMO. With that being said, I still like the trucks and the customization being performed on them...even if I don't like some mods I see on a personal level.

Slonaker · 02-09-2007, 03:04 PM

I don't think I would ever go to the trouble and expense. I like the GMC front end, but I have no problem with the older style, either. I do like one of the 80s GMC grilles, and have considered putting one of those in if I can get an aftermarket one without the GMC logo. I can't remember what year it is.

Slonaker

ocbaud · 02-09-2007, 03:06 PM

81-87 looks good with the new fronts on them

the 73-80 i think you have to replace the front fenders for it to look fine, but it just doesnt go with the body lines

phantom grill ftw

hiway · 02-09-2007, 03:08 PM

Some I would...other I wouldn't. Just depends on the truck.

beaterC10 · 02-09-2007, 03:10 PM

I like it, however the GMC grille looks off without the logo to break up the big expanse of black.

superjeer · 02-09-2007, 03:23 PM

"went out with the mullett"

lol. I wanted to do this conversion on my '81 c10 back in '96. 1996. I like the front clip of the 73-79(?) the best.

82c10 · 02-09-2007, 03:48 PM

i like the burb clip the best
73-80,81-87<88-91 burb clip
i would rather do that, than chop a top

Malo83 · 02-09-2007, 03:55 PM

Went out with the mullet is right

, it's already a dated look , i'll keep my OE 4light setup on my 83, Ole Skool is where it's at

bulky · 02-09-2007, 04:52 PM

I guess it would be up to the vehicle. I did swap over to a GMC grille for my S-10 Race truck, but wouldnt even think about swapping out the nose on my 77 C10.

Slonaker · 02-09-2007, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beaterC10

I like it, however the GMC grille looks off without the logo to break up the big expanse of black.

A guy on here used to have an all black truck with the big black GMC grill. He had no badges or trim on it, and it just looked great.

Slonaker

poolboy65-ls1 · 02-09-2007, 07:17 PM

I would have to say "to each his own" I would like to have a truck that is a little different. I struggled long on the GMC grill. I plan on color matching all the grey around the lights and getting a billet grill. What do you think?

79Silv4x4 · 02-09-2007, 08:29 PM

PB already had the '81 & up sheetmetal so the swap is not THAT drastic IMO.

Personally doing it on '81 & up I can go either way--but on 73-80 I say no way!

pcmcobra · 02-09-2007, 08:51 PM

I still have mine, might do it this spring. I like the look.

xtreme80 · 02-09-2007, 08:58 PM

Personally, I don't like the look. For some reason, I think the front end looks scrunched together on that clip. My personal favorite is the 81-87 silverado clip. The dual stacked headlights are just badass. If I ever swap front ends, it'll be to that, not the burban.

Srubydo1986 · 02-09-2007, 09:20 PM

id go one way or the other i love the look of that 78 looks cool but never had one. Now i own a 1986 duel head like like it as well and had a 1989 gmc blazer which had the grill in mention loved it to. all in all i just lve the truck no matter what the year i just like them that why i have 2 1986s and one 1983 (for the build up of couse but still like them all).

Restrorob · 02-09-2007, 10:06 PM

I have people asking what style grill I'm putting in my truck when I finish, I tell them stock. They start telling me how much better it would look with different grills. So I say that's one of the first things most people change that I want my truck to look old school, Lowered and shaved....Love that deep grill !

**N2TRUX** · 02-09-2007, 10:19 PM

While I agree that the GMC version looks best, I wouldn't do one myself. As stated above the reason I like these trucks is the styling. I like cleaning them up but not radical changes.

grinch4om · 02-10-2007, 08:37 AM

customizing is totally subjective. I like clean stockish look, hate huge wheels but I can appreciate anything done well.

hiway · 02-10-2007, 11:14 AM

I would only attempt the 81 and up models. I like your idea of the color match and billet grill. Do the grill first though because that may be all you want to change. I think you also need to get the factory air dam for under your bumper. Gives it the lower and more complete look. The lowering kit will look great and probably have you researching wheels.

boatpuller · 02-10-2007, 01:16 PM

this is kinda like the "bed conversion" thing on 67-72 models.

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can't wait to do it.	4	9.09%
been thinking about doing it.	4	9.09%
it's o.k,i guess	23	52.27%
went out with the mullett	13	29.55%
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02-09-2007, 11:50 AM	#1
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	let's put it to a vote poolboy's thread on his newly finished front end,which turned out great.and involves alot of hours of work.if that's the look you want. and alot do.but,i also get the idea from reading previous post's on this subject it's not everyone's cup of tea.i think one thing everyone agree's on. is customizing to your taste is what makes this hobby great.we haven't had a poll in a long time.so, what the heck,let's try one Last edited by boatpuller; 02-09-2007 at 12:09 PM.

02-09-2007, 01:44 PM	#2
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: let's put it to a vote I guess I have no use for it since my DD is a 91 suburban and my toy is the 78. There is just no way I would put the newer clip on my old truck. Attached Images __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build

02-09-2007, 02:05 PM	#3
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: let's put it to a vote Not a fan of the newer fronts on older trucks...defeats the purpose of having an older truck IMO. With that being said, I still like the trucks and the customization being performed on them...even if I don't like some mods I see on a personal level. __________________ 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

02-09-2007, 03:04 PM	#4
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Re: let's put it to a vote I don't think I would ever go to the trouble and expense. I like the GMC front end, but I have no problem with the older style, either. I do like one of the 80s GMC grilles, and have considered putting one of those in if I can get an aftermarket one without the GMC logo. I can't remember what year it is. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

02-09-2007, 03:06 PM	#5
ocbaud Garage Queen Material Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: USA Posts: 4,129	Re: let's put it to a vote 81-87 looks good with the new fronts on them the 73-80 i think you have to replace the front fenders for it to look fine, but it just doesnt go with the body lines phantom grill ftw

02-09-2007, 03:08 PM	#6
hiway Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Enola Arkansas Posts: 380	Re: let's put it to a vote Some I would...other I wouldn't. Just depends on the truck. __________________ Everythang relates to Beer! 86 1/2ton on tons! sbc/465/208/D60/14/35's 81 Postal....with 468 bbc 97 Merc Marq comuter 07 Suburban 02 Danger Ranger

02-09-2007, 03:10 PM	#7
beaterC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,277	Re: let's put it to a vote I like it, however the GMC grille looks off without the logo to break up the big expanse of black.

02-09-2007, 03:23 PM	#8
superjeer Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Horseheads, NY Posts: 235	Re: let's put it to a vote "went out with the mullett" lol. I wanted to do this conversion on my '81 c10 back in '96. 1996. I like the front clip of the 73-79(?) the best. __________________ Thanks, Jere '72 Cheyenne LWB, Dark Olive.. gone. Others02 Sienna XLE, 1998 Mercury Tracer Past in order of exit 04 xB RS1, 04 xB BCP, 87 Sciorrco, 97 Safari, 95 Contour, some dodge stratus, 87 Nova notchback, 87 Nova 5 door, 84 Z28. 81 C10 LWB 305 http://www.elmiradhc.com/ http://elmirahockey.com/

02-09-2007, 03:48 PM	#9
82c10 needin' money Join Date: May 2005 Location: Chickasha, Oklahoma Posts: 1,106	Re: let's put it to a vote i like the burb clip the best 73-80,81-87<88-91 burb clip i would rather do that, than chop a top __________________ *SWB Stands for Short Wide Bed*

02-09-2007, 03:55 PM	#10
Malo83 Cruzzzn' Vet Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Porterville,Ca. Posts: 1,918	Re: let's put it to a vote Went out with the mullet is right , it's already a dated look , i'll keep my OE 4light setup on my 83, Ole Skool is where it's at

02-09-2007, 04:52 PM	#11
bulky Bulky Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 163	Re: let's put it to a vote I guess it would be up to the vehicle. I did swap over to a GMC grille for my S-10 Race truck, but wouldnt even think about swapping out the nose on my 77 C10. __________________ 2016 Silverado 1930 Model A Hot Rod 1923 Ford A/SR Altered - Injected 409 1982 Honda CB900F Super Sport Dad's 1970 GMC 9' Stepside Dad's 1969 GMC Custom Camper

02-09-2007, 07:17 PM	#13
poolboy65-ls1 iamthepoolboy! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Benton Arkansas Posts: 175	Re: let's put it to a vote I would have to say "to each his own" I would like to have a truck that is a little different. I struggled long on the GMC grill. I plan on color matching all the grey around the lights and getting a billet grill. What do you think? __________________ Black primed 81 Silverado SWB one owner rust free all original 106,000 project. Steel cowl hood, 89/91 front grill, Blazer tailgate trim, sport rear bumper, 5/6 Drop, 17" Eagle Alloys, Big block is on the stand! COMING SOON: one piece glass, and more.

02-09-2007, 08:29 PM	#14
79Silv4x4 Workaholic Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 1,589	Re: let's put it to a vote PB already had the '81 & up sheetmetal so the swap is not THAT drastic IMO. Personally doing it on '81 & up I can go either way--but on 73-80 I say no way!

02-09-2007, 08:51 PM	#15
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: let's put it to a vote I still have mine, might do it this spring. I like the look. __________________ 1986 C10 SWB 6.0/6l90e Miami...Flee it like a native



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02-09-2007, 08:58 PM	#16
xtreme80 Wishin' I had more money! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 1,242	Re: let's put it to a vote Personally, I don't like the look. For some reason, I think the front end looks scrunched together on that clip. My personal favorite is the 81-87 silverado clip. The dual stacked headlights are just badass. If I ever swap front ends, it'll be to that, not the burban.

02-09-2007, 09:20 PM	#17
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: let's put it to a vote id go one way or the other i love the look of that 78 looks cool but never had one. Now i own a 1986 duel head like like it as well and had a 1989 gmc blazer which had the grill in mention loved it to. all in all i just lve the truck no matter what the year i just like them that why i have 2 1986s and one 1983 (for the build up of couse but still like them all).

02-09-2007, 10:06 PM	#18
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: let's put it to a vote I have people asking what style grill I'm putting in my truck when I finish, I tell them stock. They start telling me how much better it would look with different grills. So I say that's one of the first things most people change that I want my truck to look old school, Lowered and shaved....Love that deep grill ! __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

02-09-2007, 10:19 PM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: let's put it to a vote While I agree that the GMC version looks best, I wouldn't do one myself. As stated above the reason I like these trucks is the styling. I like cleaning them up but not radical changes. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-10-2007, 08:37 AM	#20
grinch4om dang its hot Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: frankfort kentucky Posts: 1,349	Re: let's put it to a vote customizing is totally subjective. I like clean stockish look, hate huge wheels but I can appreciate anything done well.

02-10-2007, 11:14 AM	#21
hiway Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Enola Arkansas Posts: 380	Re: let's put it to a vote I would only attempt the 81 and up models. I like your idea of the color match and billet grill. Do the grill first though because that may be all you want to change. I think you also need to get the factory air dam for under your bumper. Gives it the lower and more complete look. The lowering kit will look great and probably have you researching wheels. __________________ Everythang relates to Beer! 86 1/2ton on tons! sbc/465/208/D60/14/35's 81 Postal....with 468 bbc 97 Merc Marq comuter 07 Suburban 02 Danger Ranger

02-10-2007, 01:16 PM	#22
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: let's put it to a vote this is kinda like the "bed conversion" thing on 67-72 models.

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