Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 12:15 AM

The grille on my '79 currently is some aftermarket one: (pictured below)

and Im wanting one like this one: (pictured below)

I want one like the one above with the emblem on it- everyone i find is just the grille minus the emblem- does anyone know where to find one with the emblem as pictured above? Thanks

tantrumpipeline · 07-25-2010, 12:24 AM

Lmc or brothers trucks are usually good for these sorts of pieces

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 12:26 AM

yea, ive looked both of those sites online and cant find this specific one. :/

tantrumpipeline · 07-25-2010, 12:57 AM

i haven't owned a square body in a long time but guessing from the bumperettes this looks like the super cheyenne model like my 75, it may be something you could forward the pic to them and they could figure it out to make certain, good luck with the search, it will be a huge upgrade over the bars for sure

68Timber · 07-25-2010, 01:19 AM

When you find a good grill, the emblems are still available...

Link.

80SPORT · 07-25-2010, 01:47 AM

The aftermarket grilles do not seem to have provision for the emblem;new old stock bare grilles turn up on ebay along with the emblems and the trim strips;expect to pay about 200 for a grille;50 for an emblem and 200 for the trim.
The same grille was used in chevy vans as well;a search of older wrecking yards and craigslist will often turn up used parts.

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRUISER

When you find a good grill, the emblems are still available...

Link.

wow thanks!

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 06:59 AM

is this the one I need (OE) on the bottom left?

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=67

part number: 38-3951

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 80SPORT

The aftermarket grilles do not seem to have provision for the emblem;new old stock bare grilles turn up on ebay along with the emblems and the trim strips;expect to pay about 200 for a grille;50 for an emblem and 200 for the trim.
The same grille was used in chevy vans as well;a search of older wrecking yards and craigslist will often turn up used parts.

thanks so much for the info, what key terms should i search with? C10? C-10? Grill? Grille?

Prong · 07-25-2010, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DENTON

is this the one I need (OE) on the bottom left?

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=67

part number: 38-3951

That's the right grille. They also sell the bowtie for about $60 I believe.

BigRed76 · 07-25-2010, 03:45 PM

LMC has original grilles for 77-79 with the provision for the emblem but they are about $300 without the emblem. The price is the only thing that has stopped me from getting one because im in the same situation, have a tube grille that i dont like and want an original

slugish · 07-25-2010, 07:31 PM

yea they are pricy from lmc. Just sold one to a new company in Lynchburg Va. that wanted an original so they could have the correct molding to reproduce it . They also have the 73-74 grilles which really lookk nice > Ive been to their warehouse. they are " top banana .com or call Jon at 973 452 5310 > super nice people who are really into making high quality reproduction parts.

BigRed76 · 07-25-2010, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slugish

yea they are pricy from lmc. Just sold one to a new company in Lynchburg Va. that wanted an original so they could have the correct molding to reproduce it . They also have the 73-74 grilles which really lookk nice > Ive been to their warehouse. they are " top banana .com or call Jon at 973 452 5310 > super nice people who are really into making high quality reproduction parts.

found the website, its www.topbananaparts.com

RandyP · 07-25-2010, 07:44 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=413074

http://www.topbananaparts.com

That name just stuck in my head.

*DENTON* · 07-25-2010, 09:14 PM

thanks ill email them and see if they have one. I found one in seattle on craigslist but havent heard from the seller yet :/

BigRed76 · 07-25-2010, 10:06 PM

I didnt find any grilles like that on top banana, but it would be good to know what they say when you email them.

68Timber · 07-26-2010, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DENTON

is this the one I need (OE) on the bottom left?

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=67

part number: 38-3951

Yep. Watch ebay before you spring for a new one. I bought a good one completely intact and original for $20 or $30 bucks, I don't recall. They come up from time to time.

*78 Chevyrado* · 07-26-2010, 01:09 AM

I got mine 2 years ago from classic parts of america. they dont have them now but I have seen them go on ebay lately for around $230 and that includes the stamped painted bowtie emblem....

This is the stamped emblem that the LMC grille is missing... It comes hot glued on...

If you want to use the bolt on emblem, you have to take this one out.

GM PN#14004752 - Charcoal

As for the horizontal trim pieces for the grille, you can buy the lower piece but the two upper pieces that touch the bowtie are strictly NOS or junkyard...

Here's my grille now, with the horizontal trim and the stamped bowtie.

Chionos GMs · 07-26-2010, 01:40 AM

Check out http://www.truckandcarshop.com/

*DENTON* · 07-26-2010, 08:13 AM

thanks guys

topbanana doesnt have one yet, but working on getting one.

77gmcjoe · 07-26-2010, 09:52 AM

I picked up the horizontal trim for that style of grille on a junkyard crawl a few days ago. It's not totally flawless (it has a couple of really tiny dings if you look very closely) but is in extremely good condition. If you would be interested in it, let me know.

Hopefully I'm not breaking any forum rules with this. If so, I apologize.

07-25-2010, 12:24 AM	#2
tantrumpipeline Master Procrastinator Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Grande Prairie AB Canada Posts: 1,128	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? Lmc or brothers trucks are usually good for these sorts of pieces __________________ My Buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=395506 20 Duramax tow pig 68 2wd short stepper project 77 2wd short fleet beater 52 short project

07-25-2010, 12:26 AM	#3
DENTON Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gatesville, Tx Posts: 116	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? yea, ive looked both of those sites online and cant find this specific one. :/

07-25-2010, 12:57 AM	#4
tantrumpipeline Master Procrastinator Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Grande Prairie AB Canada Posts: 1,128	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? i haven't owned a square body in a long time but guessing from the bumperettes this looks like the super cheyenne model like my 75, it may be something you could forward the pic to them and they could figure it out to make certain, good luck with the search, it will be a huge upgrade over the bars for sure __________________ My Buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=395506 20 Duramax tow pig 68 2wd short stepper project 77 2wd short fleet beater 52 short project

07-25-2010, 01:19 AM	#5
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? When you find a good grill, the emblems are still available... Link. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

07-25-2010, 01:47 AM	#6
80SPORT Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: red deer alberta Posts: 777	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? The aftermarket grilles do not seem to have provision for the emblem;new old stock bare grilles turn up on ebay along with the emblems and the trim strips;expect to pay about 200 for a grille;50 for an emblem and 200 for the trim. The same grille was used in chevy vans as well;a search of older wrecking yards and craigslist will often turn up used parts.

07-25-2010, 12:15 AM	#1
DENTON Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gatesville, Tx Posts: 116	Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? The grille on my '79 currently is some aftermarket one: (pictured below) and Im wanting one like this one: (pictured below) I want one like the one above with the emblem on it- everyone i find is just the grille minus the emblem- does anyone know where to find one with the emblem as pictured above? Thanks

07-25-2010, 06:59 AM	#8
DENTON Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gatesville, Tx Posts: 116	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? is this the one I need (OE) on the bottom left? http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=67 part number: 38-3951

07-25-2010, 03:45 PM	#11
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? LMC has original grilles for 77-79 with the provision for the emblem but they are about $300 without the emblem. The price is the only thing that has stopped me from getting one because im in the same situation, have a tube grille that i dont like and want an original __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

07-25-2010, 07:31 PM	#12
slugish Slugish Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Earlysville, Va. Posts: 1,024	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? yea they are pricy from lmc. Just sold one to a new company in Lynchburg Va. that wanted an original so they could have the correct molding to reproduce it . They also have the 73-74 grilles which really lookk nice > Ive been to their warehouse. they are " top banana .com or call Jon at 973 452 5310 > super nice people who are really into making high quality reproduction parts.

07-25-2010, 07:44 PM	#14
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=413074 http://www.topbananaparts.com That name just stuck in my head. __________________ *Why is every used 350 sbc out of a corvette?* There's only two things that excite a man, expensive toys and real expensive toys. *VEGETARIAN: That's an old Indian word meaning "I don't hunt so good."* When the going gets tough, switch to power tools.

07-25-2010, 09:14 PM	#15
DENTON Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gatesville, Tx Posts: 116	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? thanks ill email them and see if they have one. I found one in seattle on craigslist but havent heard from the seller yet :/

07-25-2010, 10:06 PM	#16
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? I didnt find any grilles like that on top banana, but it would be good to know what they say when you email them. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

07-26-2010, 01:09 AM	#18
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? I got mine 2 years ago from classic parts of america. they dont have them now but I have seen them go on ebay lately for around $230 and that includes the stamped painted bowtie emblem.... This is the stamped emblem that the LMC grille is missing... It comes hot glued on... If you want to use the bolt on emblem, you have to take this one out. GM PN#14004752 - Charcoal As for the horizontal trim pieces for the grille, you can buy the lower piece but the two upper pieces that touch the bowtie are strictly NOS or junkyard... Here's my grille now, with the horizontal trim and the stamped bowtie. Last edited by 78 Chevyrado; 07-26-2010 at 01:13 AM.

07-26-2010, 01:40 AM	#19
Chionos GMs Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Farmington,CA Posts: 345	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? Check out http://www.truckandcarshop.com/ __________________ My last name is Chiono pronounced key-ono even if my grammar teacher told me Ch dont make a K sound 1995 Ext. cab 350 4wd dd 260,*** miles 1986 1/2 ton swb 305 2wd (melted bearings) SOLD!! 1982 3/4 lwb 6.2 diesel 2wd 1962 Chevy 283 4 speed long step 2wd 2 OWNER GONE!!

07-26-2010, 08:13 AM	#20
DENTON Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gatesville, Tx Posts: 116	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? thanks guys topbanana doesnt have one yet, but working on getting one.



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07-26-2010, 09:52 AM	#21
77gmcjoe What do we get for $10? Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Beardstown, Illinois Posts: 340	Re: Where can I get a grille with the bowtie emblem for '79 C-10? I picked up the horizontal trim for that style of grille on a junkyard crawl a few days ago. It's not totally flawless (it has a couple of really tiny dings if you look very closely) but is in extremely good condition. If you would be interested in it, let me know. Hopefully I'm not breaking any forum rules with this. If so, I apologize. __________________ 1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )

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