radiator supports 67-68 vs 69-72 Chevy - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ebfabman · 05-30-2002, 01:53 PM

Looks like they are interchangeable with the exception of the headlight mounts and as JJR points out(I almost forgot) the air deflector bolt holes along the lower front edge are found on the 67-68's and not on the 69-72's. Feel free to add anything I might have missed.

top is 69-72

mount hole is bigger on the 69-72

JJR · 05-30-2002, 02:19 PM

It is my understanding that they are basically the same with the exception of the headlight bucket on the 69-72. You could remove the 69-72 headlight bucket and carefully put it on a 67/68 core support and use it on a 69-72 truck. The 67/68 support also has bolt holes along the front bottom for the air deflector that was used in 67/68 due to the small grille openings. The 69-72 support does not have these holes.

Blue68 · 05-30-2002, 03:03 PM

Yep.

Anyone want to buy a 69-72 core? It's in great shape. I was not aware of the differences when I was replacing my '68. Found out the hard way.

ebfabman · 05-30-2002, 03:47 PM

Hey Blue68, why not remove the HL brackets and drill the deflector holes and use it as a 68?

*Fast68Chevy* · 05-30-2002, 04:14 PM

its actually a gravel shield to keep rocks from going up into radiator, etc.

Blue68 · 05-30-2002, 04:36 PM

Found a correct one already in almost as good of shape.

ChadHamann · 06-06-2012, 04:30 PM

Hey fellas, Does anyone know of a good way to remove the drivers headlight bucket on a 72 C-10 and raise it up 1/2"? Mine is too low and it looks like they are spot welded on. Has anyone had to relocate theirs? I measured and compared to the other side and it definitely looks like it was installed too law at the factory. This is an aftermarket radiator core support. The funny thing is before my drivers fender was replaced and the new (used) outer grille was installed, everything was fine...I still don;t know how to post a photo, other wise I would.

Thanks, Chad

gysgtc · 06-07-2012, 05:26 AM

I used a spot weld drill to remove the buckets.

**special-K** · 06-07-2012, 08:01 AM

I have never had to relocate a headlight mount on a core support. That's really bad quality there.But,as mentions,they are spot welded on so using a spot weld drill is the best way. You could air chisel them off but more messy creating more work. I have seen guys cut them out and patch in,too. It all seems like too much work to me,unless you buy a spot weld drill. Still should never be necessary. Too bad you can't just get your money back and get a good usable part...oh well

05-30-2002, 01:53 PM	#1
ebfabman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 2,488	radiator supports 67-68 vs 69-72 Chevy Looks like they are interchangeable with the exception of the headlight mounts and as JJR points out(I almost forgot) the air deflector bolt holes along the lower front edge are found on the 67-68's and not on the 69-72's. Feel free to add anything I might have missed. top is 69-72 mount hole is bigger on the 69-72 Last edited by ebfabman; 05-30-2002 at 03:58 PM.

05-30-2002, 02:19 PM	#2
JJR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Leesburg, GA Posts: 746	It is my understanding that they are basically the same with the exception of the headlight bucket on the 69-72. You could remove the 69-72 headlight bucket and carefully put it on a 67/68 core support and use it on a 69-72 truck. The 67/68 support also has bolt holes along the front bottom for the air deflector that was used in 67/68 due to the small grille openings. The 69-72 support does not have these holes. __________________ FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Second Owner 70 C-10 Second Owner 93 GMC C1500 Third Owner 99 C2500 Crew Cab Short Bed

05-30-2002, 03:03 PM	#3
Blue68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Frisco, Tx, USA Posts: 606	Yep. Anyone want to buy a 69-72 core? It's in great shape. I was not aware of the differences when I was replacing my '68. Found out the hard way. __________________ http://home.comcast.net/~r.landrum/w...tos.html-.html '68 C-10 LWB, '98 Z-71 350 w/accessories (Serpentine), Edelbrock Performer, Edelbrock 1405 (600cfm) carb, GM HEI, CompCam Extreme 4x4 roller cam, Thorley Headers, Carter Electric Fuel Pump, Vintage Air, 700r4, 3.73, disc brakes and power steering upgrades.

05-30-2002, 04:36 PM	#6
Blue68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Frisco, Tx, USA Posts: 606	Found a correct one already in almost as good of shape. __________________ http://home.comcast.net/~r.landrum/w...tos.html-.html '68 C-10 LWB, '98 Z-71 350 w/accessories (Serpentine), Edelbrock Performer, Edelbrock 1405 (600cfm) carb, GM HEI, CompCam Extreme 4x4 roller cam, Thorley Headers, Carter Electric Fuel Pump, Vintage Air, 700r4, 3.73, disc brakes and power steering upgrades.

06-06-2012, 04:30 PM	#7
ChadHamann Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seaside, OR Posts: 6	Re: radiator supports 67-68 vs 69-72 Chevy Hey fellas, Does anyone know of a good way to remove the drivers headlight bucket on a 72 C-10 and raise it up 1/2"? Mine is too low and it looks like they are spot welded on. Has anyone had to relocate theirs? I measured and compared to the other side and it definitely looks like it was installed too law at the factory. This is an aftermarket radiator core support. The funny thing is before my drivers fender was replaced and the new (used) outer grille was installed, everything was fine...I still don;t know how to post a photo, other wise I would. Thanks, Chad

05-30-2002, 03:47 PM	#4
ebfabman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 2,488	Hey Blue68, why not remove the HL brackets and drill the deflector holes and use it as a 68?

05-30-2002, 04:14 PM	#5
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	its actually a gravel shield to keep rocks from going up into radiator, etc.

06-07-2012, 05:26 AM	#8
gysgtc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Sutton, WV Posts: 340	Re: radiator supports 67-68 vs 69-72 Chevy I used a spot weld drill to remove the buckets.

06-07-2012, 08:01 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: radiator supports 67-68 vs 69-72 Chevy I have never had to relocate a headlight mount on a core support. That's really bad quality there.But,as mentions,they are spot welded on so using a spot weld drill is the best way. You could air chisel them off but more messy creating more work. I have seen guys cut them out and patch in,too. It all seems like too much work to me,unless you buy a spot weld drill. Still should never be necessary. Too bad you can't just get your money back and get a good usable part...oh well __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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