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fast71 · 01-10-2004, 09:38 PM

Should I put the upper tim on also or leave it like it is ? My DaD says stop but I dont know .

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-10-2004, 09:42 PM

I like it as is but I really don't like trim anyhow.

70ChevyLongbed · 01-10-2004, 09:45 PM

Not a huge fan of trim, but it looks sweet now.

J

Tx Firefighter · 01-10-2004, 09:50 PM

Get out the drill!

I personally love these trucks with all of the jewelry on them.

CPNEJR · 01-10-2004, 09:52 PM

I think it would look awesome if you put the upper trim on it

I agree with Tx take out the drill :p

**Palf70Step** · 01-10-2004, 09:56 PM

I haven't seen too many with uppper and lower trim that were not two tone. It looks good right now. I'm having trouble visualizing a solid color with both sets of trim. It would probably look good though!

fast71 · 01-10-2004, 10:00 PM

If i go with both I will paint it white in the center and top . The truck orginally was white on top .

Blue Beard · 01-10-2004, 10:08 PM

I have all the trim as you can see in my avatar..........only difference is someone removed the woodgrain before I bougth it......

71swb4x4 · 01-10-2004, 10:27 PM

My opinion is all or nothing. I think they look great with all of it, solid color or two-tone. I also think that the solid colors look great with no trim.
So I guess my vote is put the upper trim on.

Shawn

teeitup · 01-10-2004, 10:47 PM

I'd put it on Brian, you wouldn't have to paint the center, I think it would look great with the chrome only!

**BIG ORANGE** · 01-10-2004, 10:49 PM

I dont like the trim ( trim holds dirt,dirt get wet, moisture causes rust) you know the rest. JMO

shuttermutt · 01-10-2004, 10:57 PM

With your bed rails, I say leave the upper trim off. At least for now. I see it this way; it's much cheaper to put the trim on when you KNOW that you want it than it is to take it off. Down the road, when you want a change, you can put the trim on and be happy that you did.

krue · 01-11-2004, 12:03 AM

Looks good like it is.

BtnkBndt · 01-11-2004, 12:10 AM

Before drilling, try placing the trim with some pieces of double stick tape, stand back and have a look. This will give you a for sure look before theres no turning back.

griesel72 · 01-11-2004, 12:29 AM

I'd go with the trim, i really think the upper trim will make your truck sharp. I also second the idea of usings some adhesive strips as opposed to drilling.

***Josh*** · 01-11-2004, 12:36 AM

I vote go for trim. Here's a pic of a black 72 short fleet with upper and lower trim, looks sharp.

**old Rusty C10** · 01-11-2004, 12:37 AM

upper trim looks nice if ya have a two tone yours is solid i like it better without... of course if stick wheel well opening mouldings on there tho BTW gorgeous truck!

BtnkBndt · 01-11-2004, 12:39 AM

That does look good with the trim. I'd go for it.

pickupman · 01-11-2004, 01:14 AM

Josh, I really like that truck, that thing kinda looks familar, hey thats my garage too. lol Gotta have the upper trim
Bill

***Josh*** · 01-11-2004, 01:18 AM

lol, I knew it was a board members truck, I couldnt remember where i got it tho

It's the truck that inspired me to paint mine all black with all trim when I start the ground up resto...

dinnut · 01-11-2004, 01:41 AM

i say go for it!

knucklebuster · 01-11-2004, 01:52 AM

I'd say leave it off.I think with the bedrails it might be too much.JMO

Gene · 01-11-2004, 01:55 AM

Go for it, but it looks cool as it is IMO.

Longhorn Man · 01-11-2004, 02:31 AM

More chrome. It needs the upper trim, and maybe some chrome side pipes.

69_hafton · 01-11-2004, 02:50 AM

I'd have to agree with Big Orange about not liking the trim.
I do like look of the trim, but on my truck, it'd have to be
garaged most of the time.

Or I'd have take the trim off at least once a year to clean out
the dirt. Might be a good idea whether or not it's garaged.

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01-10-2004, 09:38 PM	#1
fast71 Drive it like U stole it Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: tunnel hill ,GA /Chatt,TN Posts: 956	should I put ,,,,, Should I put the upper tim on also or leave it like it is ? My DaD says stop but I dont know . __________________ 71 custom 10 swb 72 nova ss 72 nova custom 87 s10 96 burb 94 camry 53 5 window 3100

01-10-2004, 09:42 PM	#2
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	I like it as is but I really don't like trim anyhow. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-10-2004, 09:45 PM	#3
70ChevyLongbed Howzit?!? Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 1,266	Not a huge fan of trim, but it looks sweet now. J __________________ Jason Hawaiian-J 70 Longbed, 307, Edelbrock Carb 1404, Edelbrock Intake 2101, Dual Roller Timing chain and gears, 214/214 cam, Comp Roller Rockers, dual Flowmasters. 1999 Chevy Tahoe 2004 Mini Cooper S 71 BMW 2002 - Sold

01-10-2004, 09:50 PM	#4
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Get out the drill! I personally love these trucks with all of the jewelry on them. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

01-10-2004, 09:52 PM	#5
CPNEJR Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Franconia,N.H. Posts: 1,029	I think it would look awesome if you put the upper trim on it I agree with Tx take out the drill :p __________________ (Only) Member of the CPNE Fan Club Aint that the truth 67 C-10 350 with 3-speed tranny and 308 gears swb step 82 Z28 Camaro 355 small block over 350 hp and a borg warner super t-10 (blown engine) 72 Chevy K20 Suburban (future project) 70 Chevy K20 now 68 GMC K2500 2003 Chevy 2500hd ccsb 4X4 (daily driver)

01-10-2004, 09:56 PM	#6
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,746	I haven't seen too many with uppper and lower trim that were not two tone. It looks good right now. I'm having trouble visualizing a solid color with both sets of trim. It would probably look good though! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-10-2004, 10:00 PM	#7
fast71 Drive it like U stole it Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: tunnel hill ,GA /Chatt,TN Posts: 956	If i go with both I will paint it white in the center and top . The truck orginally was white on top . __________________ 71 custom 10 swb 72 nova ss 72 nova custom 87 s10 96 burb 94 camry 53 5 window 3100

01-10-2004, 10:08 PM	#8
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	I have all the trim as you can see in my avatar..........only difference is someone removed the woodgrain before I bougth it...... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

01-10-2004, 10:27 PM	#9
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	My opinion is all or nothing. I think they look great with all of it, solid color or two-tone. I also think that the solid colors look great with no trim. So I guess my vote is put the upper trim on. Shawn __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

01-10-2004, 10:47 PM	#10
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	I'd put it on Brian, you wouldn't have to paint the center, I think it would look great with the chrome only! __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

01-10-2004, 10:49 PM	#11
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,747	I dont like the trim ( trim holds dirt,dirt get wet, moisture causes rust) you know the rest. JMO __________________ Things happen for a reason!

01-10-2004, 10:57 PM	#12
shuttermutt Don't say "Oops!", Doctor Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 677	With your bed rails, I say leave the upper trim off. At least for now. I see it this way; it's much cheaper to put the trim on when you KNOW that you want it than it is to take it off. Down the road, when you want a change, you can put the trim on and be happy that you did. __________________ 'Mutt 1968 CST LWB: R.I.P. 1967 Chevelle: TPI 454 beast 1967 C10 SWB: Claimed when Bumpster didn't put it on his list

01-11-2004, 12:03 AM	#13
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Looks good like it is. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-11-2004, 12:10 AM	#14
BtnkBndt Pennyless Fool Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Forney,Tx Posts: 439	Before drilling, try placing the trim with some pieces of double stick tape, stand back and have a look. This will give you a for sure look before theres no turning back. __________________ "Who owns this car with the peace sign, the mag wheels, and four on the floor?" 67 Short Step 283/TH400/4.11



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01-11-2004, 12:29 AM	#15
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	I'd go with the trim, i really think the upper trim will make your truck sharp. I also second the idea of usings some adhesive strips as opposed to drilling. __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

01-11-2004, 12:36 AM	#16
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,508	I vote go for trim. Here's a pic of a black 72 short fleet with upper and lower trim, looks sharp. __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com

01-11-2004, 12:37 AM	#17
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,276	upper trim looks nice if ya have a two tone yours is solid i like it better without... of course if stick wheel well opening mouldings on there tho BTW gorgeous truck! __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

01-11-2004, 12:39 AM	#18
BtnkBndt Pennyless Fool Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Forney,Tx Posts: 439	That does look good with the trim. I'd go for it. __________________ "Who owns this car with the peace sign, the mag wheels, and four on the floor?" 67 Short Step 283/TH400/4.11

01-11-2004, 01:14 AM	#19
pickupman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Greeneville, TN Posts: 3,094	Josh, I really like that truck, that thing kinda looks familar, hey thats my garage too. lol Gotta have the upper trim Bill __________________ atheystruck@comcast.net 67 1/2 ton 4wd custom cab 72 1/2 ton 4wd super cheyenne 71 1/2 BB super cheyenne shortbed

01-11-2004, 01:18 AM	#20
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,508	lol, I knew it was a board members truck, I couldnt remember where i got it tho It's the truck that inspired me to paint mine all black with all trim when I start the ground up resto... __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com

01-11-2004, 01:41 AM	#21
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	i say go for it! __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

01-11-2004, 01:52 AM	#22
knucklebuster Failure is NOT an option! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: greenwood s.c. Posts: 811	I'd say leave it off.I think with the bedrails it might be too much.JMO __________________ House payment or truck parts?????.........why does life have to be so complicated? 1969 Chevy Shortbed Fleetside 1969 Camaro ps pb a/c(drove in high school now it's just a yard ornament,but it's next on the list for resto) 1990 Ni$$an hardbody( daily beater that has been really beaten!) 1999 Grand Am GT(wifes ride...never buy a pontiac!!Trust Me)

01-11-2004, 01:55 AM	#23
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Go for it, but it looks cool as it is IMO. __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

01-11-2004, 02:31 AM	#24
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	More chrome. It needs the upper trim, and maybe some chrome side pipes.

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01-11-2004, 02:50 AM	#25
69_hafton Sleep-Deprived Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 445	I'd have to agree with Big Orange about not liking the trim. I do like look of the trim, but on my truck, it'd have to be garaged most of the time. Or I'd have take the trim off at least once a year to clean out the dirt. Might be a good idea whether or not it's garaged. __________________ 1971 K/10 Long Fleetside 350/350 - 6" Lift 1969 C/10 SWB 292 - Sold It