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Grande Rojo · 11-04-2006, 06:17 PM

I'm restoring a grill from a 73' I'm going to repaint it but I'm not sure what color to use. Its a painted plactic grill with no fake chrome. I looks like Argent????? Anyone know what the color is called?
Also where can I get the Chevy bowtie emblem Sticker that goes in the center of the grill, LMC and Chevy Duty does not have them?

Thanks

Ironclad454 · 11-04-2006, 08:07 PM

Im not sure what the exact color is called. But the Emblems your most likely going to have to find in a junkyard, thats where I found the ones I have.

wedgemon · 11-05-2006, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grande Rojo

I'm restoring a grill from a 73' I'm going to repaint it but I'm not sure what color to use. Its a painted plactic grill with no fake chrome. I looks like Argent????? Anyone know what the color is called?
Also where can I get the Chevy bowtie emblem Sticker that goes in the center of the grill, LMC and Chevy Duty does not have them?

Thanks

Grande - I'm fairly certain the color is "Argent Silver". Also, I was looking for the sticker several months ago, and seemed like everyone that responded said that it was bolted from the back and not a sticker. MINE IS A STICKER!!

I found some old crash sheets and believe I have ID'd the GM part number for the sticker and even a couple likely places that may stock them. But, that info is at work. I let you know tomorrow.

Patience, grasshopper!!

- Dave

Grande Rojo · 11-05-2006, 01:27 PM

Yes, it is a sticker. Everthing that I have came across is for 77-80 grills. I cant even find a repo 73 grill. I could just use my 77 grill but I like the look of the 73 grill. I found the ppg paint code for gm ARGENT grill but any info you have on the sticker would be great!!!

**N2TRUX** · 11-05-2006, 08:46 PM

Try Eastwood for the grill paint if your looking for it in a rattle can.

cliffsta · 11-05-2006, 09:27 PM

Try a junkyard for the grille emblem. I know the OE "emblem" on the factory grille was tin, believe it or not. Removing it kinda wrinkled mine in a couple spots, we replaced it with (get this) cut-up pocket folder in blue.

This was all moot after about 9 months when I found the shweet new factory chrome grille....

Its gonna be tough to 1. find the original sticker / tin emblem and 2. to recover it from the grille without damaging it.

Good luck!

wedgemon · 11-06-2006, 12:42 PM

Some numbers that may help - worth researching.

Item OEM # Crash Sheet
Grill Arg 14007543 1071 994
Grill Arg 14007551
14016558

Stickers & Sellers - worth searching, too.

Grill Sticker #358266
CRAIG MOTORS
NAPA,CA 800-224-8111

COLLECTORS AUTO SUPPLY.COM
OROVILLE,WA 800-414-4462

COLLECTORS AUTO SUPPLY.COM
PEACHLAND,BC 800-414-4462

DAN'S OBSOLETE GM PARTS
CHINOOK,MT 800-472-4402

HARDY CHEVROLET
DALLAS,GA

I have not contacted these guys yet, so let me know what you find.

- Dave

**Captkaos** · 11-06-2006, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grande Rojo

Yes, it is a sticker. Everthing that I have came across is for 77-80 grills. I cant even find a repo 73 grill. I could just use my 77 grill but I like the look of the 73 grill. I found the ppg paint code for gm ARGENT grill but any info you have on the sticker would be great!!!

There is no repro 73-74 grilles. The latch for them are different than the 75-80's, so if you don't have the 73-74 latch, you won't be able to open the hood properly. The color as stated is Argent Silver and Eastwood is you best bet on getting it. It is the same color the Rally wheels are painted.

wedgemon · 11-06-2006, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

There is no repro 73-74 grilles. The latch for them are different than the 75-80's, so if you don't have the 73-74 latch, you won't be able to open the hood properly. The color as stated is Argent Silver and Eastwood is you best bet on getting it. It is the same color the Rally wheels are painted.

HI JACK ALERT!!

What about bowtie emblems??

**Captkaos** · 11-06-2006, 04:11 PM

The 73-74 emblems were "foil" stickers as noted on the majority of trucks. I haven't found a reproduction of them yet.

Grande Rojo · 11-06-2006, 04:54 PM

wow guys!!! thanks for all the info. I'm going to do it this week I'll post some pics when I'm done. As far as the foil bowtie sticker goes I'll find somthing to work.

cliffsta · 11-07-2006, 12:09 AM

Anything can work for the emblem. I made one out of a vinyl pocket folder. We also considered plaque plating (that shiney blue or red stuff) but that runs a bit more expensive.

72C203503ONTHETREE · 11-11-2006, 07:08 AM

Heres the grille on my 73, as far as I know its all original and the foil sticker emblem is still there.

11-04-2006, 06:17 PM	#1
Grande Rojo paper or plastic? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 671	1973 Grill Color??? I'm restoring a grill from a 73' I'm going to repaint it but I'm not sure what color to use. Its a painted plactic grill with no fake chrome. I looks like Argent????? Anyone know what the color is called? Also where can I get the Chevy bowtie emblem Sticker that goes in the center of the grill, LMC and Chevy Duty does not have them? Thanks __________________ 1967 Chevy SWB 250 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442157 1977 Chevy SWB 454 No More 454 getting 5.3 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310518 1977 Stepside Truck of the month winner http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=135524 1965 Chevy C10 454 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=731372 1975 Dodge Power Wagon http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7871388

11-04-2006, 08:07 PM	#2
Ironclad454 Registered loser Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Williston ND Posts: 289	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Im not sure what the exact color is called. But the Emblems your most likely going to have to find in a junkyard, thats where I found the ones I have. __________________ -Nate- There is no replacement for displacement 1996 Buick Riviera 3.8L S/C V6- DD 1973 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super C/10 LWB 454/TH350

11-05-2006, 01:27 PM	#4
Grande Rojo paper or plastic? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 671	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Yes, it is a sticker. Everthing that I have came across is for 77-80 grills. I cant even find a repo 73 grill. I could just use my 77 grill but I like the look of the 73 grill. I found the ppg paint code for gm ARGENT grill but any info you have on the sticker would be great!!! __________________ 1967 Chevy SWB 250 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442157 1977 Chevy SWB 454 No More 454 getting 5.3 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310518 1977 Stepside Truck of the month winner http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=135524 1965 Chevy C10 454 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=731372 1975 Dodge Power Wagon http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7871388

11-05-2006, 08:46 PM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Try Eastwood for the grill paint if your looking for it in a rattle can. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

11-05-2006, 09:27 PM	#6
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Try a junkyard for the grille emblem. I know the OE "emblem" on the factory grille was tin, believe it or not. Removing it kinda wrinkled mine in a couple spots, we replaced it with (get this) cut-up pocket folder in blue. This was all moot after about 9 months when I found the shweet new factory chrome grille.... Its gonna be tough to 1. find the original sticker / tin emblem and 2. to recover it from the grille without damaging it. Good luck! __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

11-06-2006, 12:42 PM	#7
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Some numbers that may help - worth researching. Item OEM # Crash Sheet Grill Arg 14007543 1071 994 Grill Arg 14007551 14016558 Stickers & Sellers - worth searching, too. Grill Sticker #358266 CRAIG MOTORS NAPA,CA 800-224-8111 COLLECTORS AUTO SUPPLY.COM OROVILLE,WA 800-414-4462 COLLECTORS AUTO SUPPLY.COM PEACHLAND,BC 800-414-4462 DAN'S OBSOLETE GM PARTS CHINOOK,MT 800-472-4402 HARDY CHEVROLET DALLAS,GA I have not contacted these guys yet, so let me know what you find. - Dave __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

11-06-2006, 04:11 PM	#10
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? The 73-74 emblems were "foil" stickers as noted on the majority of trucks. I haven't found a reproduction of them yet. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

11-06-2006, 04:54 PM	#11
Grande Rojo paper or plastic? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 671	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? wow guys!!! thanks for all the info. I'm going to do it this week I'll post some pics when I'm done. As far as the foil bowtie sticker goes I'll find somthing to work. __________________ 1967 Chevy SWB 250 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442157 1977 Chevy SWB 454 No More 454 getting 5.3 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310518 1977 Stepside Truck of the month winner http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=135524 1965 Chevy C10 454 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=731372 1975 Dodge Power Wagon http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7871388

11-07-2006, 12:09 AM	#12
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Anything can work for the emblem. I made one out of a vinyl pocket folder. We also considered plaque plating (that shiney blue or red stuff) but that runs a bit more expensive. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

11-11-2006, 07:08 AM	#13
72C203503ONTHETREE Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Grant, Alabama Posts: 504	Re: 1973 Grill Color??? Heres the grille on my 73, as far as I know its all original and the foil sticker emblem is still there. __________________ 72 Chevy C20, SOLD (Dang it.) 09 Challanger RT six speed in all black. 74 Datsun 710 wagon, all 1.8 liters of screaming Datsun power. 73 C10 long bed, 350/350 combo, nice shape.



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