I can't find this part for my 68 chevy HELP!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-21-2005, 12:29 PM

I recently saw a 1968 Chevy stepside show truck that absolutely floored me. The art work alone on this truck probably cost a great deal. The front of the truck looked much wider than mine so I asked what he did. After he pointed it out, I realized that it should have been obvious. He removed the front Chevy emblem and took out the turn signals. Behind the upper and lower chrome grill loops are long riveted in sheet metal pieces. The top one is smooth all the way across like the manufacturer intended. However, the bottom one has pockets for the turning signals to sit. He had replaced the bottom one with another top piece and the entire front of the truck is now smooth all the way across. The problem is that I can’t find one of these pieces. Do any of you guys know where I could get one? p.s. Don’t say junk yard cause I have been to 6 of them… I would be willing to trade extra parts..
Thanks
68 chevy pu

Bamm · 04-21-2005, 12:49 PM

Did you get any pictures?

Bamm · 04-21-2005, 12:49 PM

And welcome to the board from Virginia!!!.......Jerry

**pjmoreland** · 04-21-2005, 03:17 PM

Here's one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...969232292&rd=1

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-21-2005, 03:36 PM

no .. but I can.. He lives a few miles from here and he gave me his card

*dtlilly* · 04-21-2005, 03:38 PM

Welcome to the board! If you ask any kind of question here, it will be answered by professionals!! Might as well make this site your home page

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-21-2005, 03:41 PM

Thanks.. as long as it doesn't get too expensive.. usually the entire front section runs pretty high... I have seen them get from 60 to 160 bucks.. I'm looking for something more reasonable.. but this looks good as long as it don't go over 30.. I appreciate the link.. I found this site the other day and have been addicted to it... You guys like everythng I like.
Gary

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-21-2005, 04:11 PM

2 THE BOARD FROM WEST 10-UH-C

MARIOS68PANEL · 04-21-2005, 07:43 PM

Please get a picture. Sound like a very cool mod.

Short68 · 04-21-2005, 08:00 PM

Sounds like a cool mod but what would it do to the airflow to the radiator?

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-21-2005, 08:23 PM

It should increase the airflow... The marker light would not be there to obstruct.. His truck is orange.. I'll try to get some pics from him by next week and post them.. I am surprised that I have not seen it on other trucks.. I am going to chrome plate both of mine..

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-23-2005, 08:43 PM

Zoomy's front end fell through. Does anyone else have the part I am looking for?

Robznob11 · 04-23-2005, 10:39 PM

i JUST TOOK ON TO THE JUNK PILE THE OTHER DAY IN PERFECT SHAPE IF NO ONE HAS GOT IT ZET YOU CAN PAY SHIPPING AND HAVE IT BUT I WONT BE ABLE TO GO LOOK TELL THURSDAY IM OUT OF TOWN i TRASHED IT CAUS IM GOING CUSTOM BILLET

stllookn · 04-23-2005, 10:41 PM

Welcome to the board from Kent, WA. I have a damaged grill that has a good section on top...that is the one you are looking for. I am debating whether or not to keep it for the same mod on my '67...sounds cool! I am sure there are several guys on here with parts. Try PICKMUP, and teeitup...they both have tons of parts. It I decide not to modify mine I will be happy to sell it to you for a very reasonable price. You will probably not want to wait on me though...LOL!

David Johnson · 04-23-2005, 11:21 PM

Sounds like a cool mod, but what did the guy do for turn signals?

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-23-2005, 11:25 PM

I sent pm's to stllookn and robznob11.
Thanks guys for trying to help me out.
I,m willing to wait.. just need parts pretty bad... ( wait how long? )

stllookn · 04-24-2005, 12:50 AM

Yes...what did he do about turn signals?

NPilot1975 · 04-24-2005, 01:19 AM

I was thinking about this mod too. I saw a set of headlights once with an amber bulb in it to act as the turn signal. Don't know how well this would work at night, but would work fine during the day.

**special-K** · 04-24-2005, 08:03 AM

I`ve seen `71/72 bumpers used when signals are eliminated from grille.Looks good.You can always use clear lenses,too.

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-24-2005, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Johnson

Sounds like a cool mod, but what did the guy do for turn signals?

He used the new bumper with turn signals in the bumper.. We live in Florida and there is no laws here requiring the use of turn signals or requiring them on a vehicle...

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-24-2005, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NPilot1975

I was thinking about this mod too. I saw a set of headlights once with an amber bulb in it to act as the turn signal. Don't know how well this would work at night, but would work fine during the day.

Yes.. I am seen the amber bulbs placed in the lights as well... But if you look around you will find a new bumper with lights in it... they are fog lights and you can replace them with turning signals...

NPilot1975 · 04-24-2005, 02:43 PM

Mistershotgun-

I was trying to find a set to look at them closer, but can't remember who manufactures them. I know I just saw them in a magazine as a new product.

**john** · 04-24-2005, 05:52 PM

Is this what you are talking about? The inner pieces are chrome but don't show in pic. I imagine it would look good with one of those bumpers with the round driving light holes. John

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-24-2005, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by john

Is this what you are talking about? The inner pieces are chrome but don't show in pic. I imagine it would look good with one of those bumpers with the round driving light holes. John

Thats it.. but with the round light bumber offered by lmc truck parts

MISTERSHOTGUN · 04-24-2005, 07:09 PM

You guys should see the truck modifications to the tailgate... I am making a one of a kind. It is a smooth tailgate with a giant chevy bowtie.. the tie is a red light suppressed into the tailgate and the sides of it blink for turn signals.. I might make 2 or 3 of them if everyone likes mine.. I'll send pics of that to.

04-21-2005, 12:29 PM	#1
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	I can't find this part for my 68 chevy HELP!! I recently saw a 1968 Chevy stepside show truck that absolutely floored me. The art work alone on this truck probably cost a great deal. The front of the truck looked much wider than mine so I asked what he did. After he pointed it out, I realized that it should have been obvious. He removed the front Chevy emblem and took out the turn signals. Behind the upper and lower chrome grill loops are long riveted in sheet metal pieces. The top one is smooth all the way across like the manufacturer intended. However, the bottom one has pockets for the turning signals to sit. He had replaced the bottom one with another top piece and the entire front of the truck is now smooth all the way across. The problem is that I can’t find one of these pieces. Do any of you guys know where I could get one? p.s. Don’t say junk yard cause I have been to 6 of them… I would be willing to trade extra parts.. Thanks 68 chevy pu

04-21-2005, 12:49 PM	#2
Bamm Cowboy Fan for Life!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Amelia, Virginia Posts: 2,921	Did you get any pictures? __________________ 1967 ShortBed Fleetside 3/4 Drop 350/700R4 Tilt wheel 18 x 8 Torque Thrust II's Future mods: All new gauges & wood bed My Zip is 23002 I ship UPS, USPS

04-21-2005, 12:49 PM	#3
Bamm Cowboy Fan for Life!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Amelia, Virginia Posts: 2,921	And welcome to the board from Virginia!!!.......Jerry __________________ 1967 ShortBed Fleetside 3/4 Drop 350/700R4 Tilt wheel 18 x 8 Torque Thrust II's Future mods: All new gauges & wood bed My Zip is 23002 I ship UPS, USPS

04-21-2005, 04:11 PM	#8
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,474	2 THE BOARD FROM WEST 10-UH-C __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

04-21-2005, 07:43 PM	#9
MARIOS68PANEL Active Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North Highlands. California Posts: 449	Please get a picture. Sound like a very cool mod. __________________ 67 short step 71 Custom

04-21-2005, 03:17 PM	#4
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,241	Here's one: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...969232292&rd=1

04-21-2005, 03:36 PM	#5
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	no .. but I can.. He lives a few miles from here and he gave me his card

04-21-2005, 03:38 PM	#6
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	Welcome to the board! If you ask any kind of question here, it will be answered by professionals!! Might as well make this site your home page

04-21-2005, 03:41 PM	#7
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	Thanks.. as long as it doesn't get too expensive.. usually the entire front section runs pretty high... I have seen them get from 60 to 160 bucks.. I'm looking for something more reasonable.. but this looks good as long as it don't go over 30.. I appreciate the link.. I found this site the other day and have been addicted to it... You guys like everythng I like. Gary

04-21-2005, 08:00 PM	#10
Short68 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Palestine TX Posts: 32	Sounds like a cool mod but what would it do to the airflow to the radiator?

04-21-2005, 08:23 PM	#11
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	increase? It should increase the airflow... The marker light would not be there to obstruct.. His truck is orange.. I'll try to get some pics from him by next week and post them.. I am surprised that I have not seen it on other trucks.. I am going to chrome plate both of mine..

04-23-2005, 08:43 PM	#12
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	Zoomy's front end fell through. Does anyone else have the part I am looking for?

04-23-2005, 10:39 PM	#13
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,937	Maby i JUST TOOK ON TO THE JUNK PILE THE OTHER DAY IN PERFECT SHAPE IF NO ONE HAS GOT IT ZET YOU CAN PAY SHIPPING AND HAVE IT BUT I WONT BE ABLE TO GO LOOK TELL THURSDAY IM OUT OF TOWN i TRASHED IT CAUS IM GOING CUSTOM BILLET

04-23-2005, 10:41 PM	#14
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Welcome to the board from Kent, WA. I have a damaged grill that has a good section on top...that is the one you are looking for. I am debating whether or not to keep it for the same mod on my '67...sounds cool! I am sure there are several guys on here with parts. Try PICKMUP, and teeitup...they both have tons of parts. It I decide not to modify mine I will be happy to sell it to you for a very reasonable price. You will probably not want to wait on me though...LOL! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

04-23-2005, 11:21 PM	#15
David Johnson Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Shawnee, OK Posts: 614	Sounds like a cool mod, but what did the guy do for turn signals?



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04-23-2005, 11:25 PM	#16
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	I sent pm's to stllookn and robznob11. Thanks guys for trying to help me out. I,m willing to wait.. just need parts pretty bad... ( wait how long? )

04-24-2005, 12:50 AM	#17
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Yes...what did he do about turn signals? __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

04-24-2005, 01:19 AM	#18
NPilot1975 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 891	I was thinking about this mod too. I saw a set of headlights once with an amber bulb in it to act as the turn signal. Don't know how well this would work at night, but would work fine during the day. __________________ 1972 Blazer body...need to get a thread started for the rest of the story

04-24-2005, 08:03 AM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	I`ve seen `71/72 bumpers used when signals are eliminated from grille.Looks good.You can always use clear lenses,too. __________________ "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 ~

04-24-2005, 02:43 PM	#22
NPilot1975 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 891	Mistershotgun- I was trying to find a set to look at them closer, but can't remember who manufactures them. I know I just saw them in a magazine as a new product. __________________ 1972 Blazer body...need to get a thread started for the rest of the story

04-24-2005, 05:52 PM	#23
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Is this what you are talking about? The inner pieces are chrome but don't show in pic. I imagine it would look good with one of those bumpers with the round driving light holes. John Attached Images __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

04-24-2005, 07:09 PM	#25
MISTERSHOTGUN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 95	You guys should see the truck modifications to the tailgate... I am making a one of a kind. It is a smooth tailgate with a giant chevy bowtie.. the tie is a red light suppressed into the tailgate and the sides of it blink for turn signals.. I might make 2 or 3 of them if everyone likes mine.. I'll send pics of that to.

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