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67ChevyRedneck · 05-20-2016, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Same here...I wouldn't be able to get the jack under her....but ya got mr thinkin. Want one!

...Like the look though

I didn't think about a jack... definitely wouldn't fit under from the front. The low profile jack I have now barely fits under the front control arm.

BugzC10 · 05-20-2016, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I didn't think about a jack... definitely wouldn't fit under from the front. The low profile jack I have now barely fits under the front control arm.

I'm still going to try one...since there fairly cheep and see if I can still use the low profile jack without having to drive up on 2x12 boards.

fwayne · 05-20-2016, 02:36 PM

It makes a considerable difference in air drag. It also creates a low pressure area behind it resulting in better cooling and airflow out of the engine bay. The guys up north get far less salt spray on the suspension.

On Modern full size trucks this single piece of plastic is good for 2-3 mpg at cruise speeds. Theres a reason every truck made since 1980's has them. They just work.

The issue is does it look good or not? I think it looks fine myself.

turbotruck · 05-20-2016, 03:07 PM

on the bottom of the fender is 2 dimples. drilled them out to 1/4"
bolted on. where valance rests on frame. marked and drilled 2 more holes. its pushed all the way into the back of the bumper

its the cheap 28 dollar one on ebay i posted earlier

BugzC10 · 05-20-2016, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by turbotruck

on the bottom of the fender is 2 dimples. drilled them out to 1/4"
bolted on. where valance rests on frame. marked and drilled 2 more holes. its pushed all the way into the back of the bumper

its the cheap 28 dollar one on ebay i posted earlier

That's it!! ...didn't have to modify it any? Did you uSe the hardware that come with it?

turbotruck · 05-23-2016, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

That's it!! ...didn't have to modify it any? Did you uSe the hardware that come with it?

yes. i had to source some nuts and washers though

custom10nut · 05-28-2016, 07:11 PM

This is an update of sorts.
I was out on the road today, and noticed the "Air Dam" on the front of a Chevy "Colorado" pickup. Now please keep in mind that I don't know the length on it, but the shape and height of it may make it an option for those with lowered trucks. From the looks of it, I would guess it's about 2 1/2 inches wide and the curve has a ground effects shape.

custom10nut · 05-28-2016, 07:24 PM

Near as I can gather the Colorado is 4 inches narrower than the Silverado. Hope this helps

Z10 · 05-28-2016, 10:51 PM

Here ya go:

http://www.chevrolet.com/colorado-sm...-pictures.html

BugzC10 · 05-28-2016, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by custom10nut

This is an update of sorts.
I was out on the road today, and noticed the "Air Dam" on the front of a Chevy "Colorado" pickup. Now please keep in mind that I don't know the length on it, but the shape and height of it may make it an option for those with lowered trucks. From the looks of it, I would guess it's about 2 1/2 inches wide and the curve has a ground effects shape.

Looks more like ~4+ wide...depending on which picture you look at.

custom10nut · 05-29-2016, 02:48 AM

The one I saw was older. Probably 2010 ?

custom10nut · 05-29-2016, 02:52 AM

Here's a picture

**GR8-68** · 05-29-2016, 08:41 AM

http://www.spoilersbyrandy.com/sitei...ckup%20010.jpg

**GR8-68** · 05-29-2016, 08:42 AM

67-72 Chevy Truck front spoilers.

Easy to install spoiler give the front of the truck a nice finished look. Come with mounting hardware and instuctions. Made from 22 gauge steel with a black satin finish. $140.00 plus $40.00 shipping in the lower 48 states.

http://www.spoilersbyrandy.com/Pages...ckspoiler.aspx

BugzC10 · 05-29-2016, 10:36 AM

How does it mount? Frame? bumper?

rsgt · 05-29-2016, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

How does it mount? Frame? bumper?

This one mount to the frame just behind the bumper.

Z10 · 05-30-2016, 07:35 PM

Hmmmm? Now you've got me thinking. Those look a lot like the front air dam on my 69 Camaro. It's plastic and around $40.

Z10 · 05-30-2016, 07:36 PM

69 Camaro front spoiler

**basketcase** · 03-18-2020, 08:42 PM

I've been thinking about the '69 Camaro one also. Just waiting for the car show season to start so I can check one out in person.

Tom

custom10nut · 03-18-2020, 09:20 PM

Someone on one of my FB pages posted a pic of a front Spoiler from TMI.
Anyone interested might check it out.

**maverickmk** · 03-19-2020, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by custom10nut

Someone on one of my FB pages posted a pic of a front Spoiler from TMI.
Anyone interested might check it out.

Here is a link to what I think you're referring to.

https://www.tmiproducts.com/lower-fr...-truck-blazer/

05-20-2016, 02:36 PM	#53
fwayne Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Midlothian, TX Posts: 55	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? It makes a considerable difference in air drag. It also creates a low pressure area behind it resulting in better cooling and airflow out of the engine bay. The guys up north get far less salt spray on the suspension. On Modern full size trucks this single piece of plastic is good for 2-3 mpg at cruise speeds. Theres a reason every truck made since 1980's has them. They just work. The issue is does it look good or not? I think it looks fine myself. __________________ 1970 GMC Stepside Short Gone...Factory 350 V8 Now...4.8L LS

05-20-2016, 03:07 PM	#54
turbotruck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: fergus falls mn Posts: 116	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? on the bottom of the fender is 2 dimples. drilled them out to 1/4" bolted on. where valance rests on frame. marked and drilled 2 more holes. its pushed all the way into the back of the bumper its the cheap 28 dollar one on ebay i posted earlier

05-28-2016, 07:11 PM	#57
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,893	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? This is an update of sorts. I was out on the road today, and noticed the "Air Dam" on the front of a Chevy "Colorado" pickup. Now please keep in mind that I don't know the length on it, but the shape and height of it may make it an option for those with lowered trucks. From the looks of it, I would guess it's about 2 1/2 inches wide and the curve has a ground effects shape.

05-28-2016, 07:24 PM	#58
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,893	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? Near as I can gather the Colorado is 4 inches narrower than the Silverado. Hope this helps

05-28-2016, 10:51 PM	#59
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? Here ya go: http://www.chevrolet.com/colorado-sm...-pictures.html __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

05-29-2016, 02:48 AM	#61
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,893	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? The one I saw was older. Probably 2010 ?

05-29-2016, 02:52 AM	#62
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,893	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? Here's a picture Attached Images

05-29-2016, 08:41 AM	#63
GR8-68 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Belews Creek , NC Posts: 4,220	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? http://www.spoilersbyrandy.com/sitei...ckup%20010.jpg

05-29-2016, 08:42 AM	#64
GR8-68 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Belews Creek , NC Posts: 4,220	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? 67-72 Chevy Truck front spoilers. Easy to install spoiler give the front of the truck a nice finished look. Come with mounting hardware and instuctions. Made from 22 gauge steel with a black satin finish. $140.00 plus $40.00 shipping in the lower 48 states. http://www.spoilersbyrandy.com/Pages...ckspoiler.aspx Last edited by GR8-68; 05-29-2016 at 08:44 AM. Reason: added link

05-29-2016, 10:36 AM	#65
BugzC10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Rose Hill Kansas Posts: 1,351	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? How does it mount? Frame? bumper? Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 Short Stepper with 71/72 front clip.

05-30-2016, 07:35 PM	#67
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? Hmmmm? Now you've got me thinking. Those look a lot like the front air dam on my 69 Camaro. It's plastic and around $40. Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

05-30-2016, 07:36 PM	#68
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? 69 Camaro front spoiler Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

03-18-2020, 08:42 PM	#69
basketcase Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Edgerton OH USA Posts: 633	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? I've been thinking about the '69 Camaro one also. Just waiting for the car show season to start so I can check one out in person. Tom __________________ '69 swb stepside in progress. '59 Corvette lifetime project

03-18-2020, 09:20 PM	#70
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,893	Re: Added a front spoiler. Whadyathink? Someone on one of my FB pages posted a pic of a front Spoiler from TMI. Anyone interested might check it out.



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