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vikingsandpintos · 10-25-2016, 09:49 AM

I have been looking at the catalogs, and am not seeing grill inserts listed anywhere. I see the large grill frame, and the insert trim, ect... But no inserts.

I have looked thru the forum, and it sounds like they are riveted on. I haven't pulled the trim off yet to look. The previous owner had painted them a gray color, and I'm not sure if they didn't prep them right or what, but the paint is all crackily, and looks bad. I'm not sure if I can sand them down and repaint, or easier to just change them if they were cheap enough. But I can't even find them listed anywhere? On one thread someone said they thought the new grills have them built into it, and not separate pieces. Any thoughts from someone that has messed with them before? Thanks! Earl

jjzepplin · 10-25-2016, 09:55 AM

Subbed for info.

Twisted78SS · 10-25-2016, 10:19 AM

I haven't purchased them aftermarket, but the factory one's are riveted in. fairly easy to remove if you wanted to. there is good access if you wanted to sand blast them, I have done that a few times for some in rough shape.

Blakeman350 · 10-25-2016, 10:37 AM

This should help
http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/...ille%20inserts

vikingsandpintos · 10-25-2016, 10:41 AM

I looked at the LMC link, other than the billet ones, it doesn't show the stock type that are open. It has the big grill assem, and the trim, but not the parts that rivet on? Unless I am missing something, which is entirely possible!!

**michael bustamante** · 10-25-2016, 11:02 AM

i didnt see them either.

**DaHos** · 10-25-2016, 11:15 AM

They are not sold individually but do come with the new 67-68 grills.

Oldblue68chevy · 10-25-2016, 11:21 AM

I drilled out the rivets on my grill to remove the inserts. That allowed me to sand blast and repaint them. I used some 10-32 stainless button head bolts to reinstall them. It worked well and they didn't interfere with the surround.

I also used two of the upper inserts on my grill and used some amber led strips for turn signals to slick it up a bit.

EARNHARDT#3 · 10-25-2016, 03:31 PM

What inserts are we taking about here?

SS Tim · 10-25-2016, 03:55 PM

GM called them "extensions".

**Grumpy old man** · 10-25-2016, 04:36 PM

As far as I know no one reproduces the shelves . And I'm pretty sure the don't come on a reproduction grille .

Elliot949 · 10-25-2016, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by vikingsandpintos

I have been looking at the catalogs, and am not seeing grill inserts listed anywhere. I see the large grill frame, and the insert trim, ect... But no inserts.

I have looked thru the forum, and it sounds like they are riveted on. I haven't pulled the trim off yet to look. The previous owner had painted them a gray color, and I'm not sure if they didn't prep them right or what, but the paint is all crackily, and looks bad. I'm not sure if I can sand them down and repaint, or easier to just change them if they were cheap enough. But I can't even find them listed anywhere? On one thread someone said they thought the new grills have them built into it, and not separate pieces. Any thoughts from someone that has messed with them before? Thanks! Earl

Do you need both upper and lower?... I have a lower...

EARNHARDT#3 · 10-25-2016, 09:44 PM

I thought I've noticed something in there on some pictures I've seen. Mine are missing. Kind of strange since my truck was mostly untouched. Who knows...

**Tim Christian** · 10-26-2016, 08:46 AM

No one sells them by themselves but they do come on the new Key Parts 67-68 Grill as DaHos said and he can help you with the complete grill.

Willie Makeit · 10-26-2016, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Christian

No one sells them by themselves but they do come on the new Key Parts 67-68 Grill as DaHos said and he can help you with the complete grill.

I wonder if there is a chance to convince Key Parts to sell these pieces separately?

vikingsandpintos · 10-26-2016, 09:28 AM

Thanks for the replies.... As much aftermarket support as there is for these trucks, I'm kinda surprised these parts aren't offered! I am going to see if I can make mine look ok, and if I can't I will get with those that have extra's. Thanks! Earl

jjzepplin · 10-26-2016, 09:39 AM

I just checked my grill and they are both there. It is off the truck right now if you need some pics.

vikingsandpintos · 10-26-2016, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjzepplin

I just checked my grill and they are both there. It is off the truck right now if you need some pics.

Pics would be great if you have a chance! I would like to see what I am getting into before I start taking stuff apart. I prob won't get into it till mid-winter, the truck will be going into my garage in a couple of weeks, and have some other stuff we are doing to it first, but I am all for any info I can get. Thank you! Earl

jjzepplin · 10-26-2016, 11:04 AM

Not sure if this is a 67 or 68 grill but the inserts should be the same.

67ChevyRedneck · 10-26-2016, 11:13 AM

If the paint is just cracked, strip and repaint them. An hour with paint stripper and a wire wheel and you'll be done.

Yes, from the factory they are riveted, as others mentioned, just use small machine screws to reattach them.

vikingsandpintos · 10-26-2016, 11:22 AM

Thank you... It looks and sounds like they are steel, I assumed they were plastic or fiberglass! I was wondering about the sandblast suggestions, but that makes more sense now... lol... I'll have to get mine all apart and see what I can do with them.

67ChevyRedneck · 10-26-2016, 11:26 AM

Nope, metal, and pretty durable.

10-25-2016, 09:49 AM	#1
vikingsandpintos Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Battle Creek Michigan Posts: 45	67 grill inserts? I have been looking at the catalogs, and am not seeing grill inserts listed anywhere. I see the large grill frame, and the insert trim, ect... But no inserts. I have looked thru the forum, and it sounds like they are riveted on. I haven't pulled the trim off yet to look. The previous owner had painted them a gray color, and I'm not sure if they didn't prep them right or what, but the paint is all crackily, and looks bad. I'm not sure if I can sand them down and repaint, or easier to just change them if they were cheap enough. But I can't even find them listed anywhere? On one thread someone said they thought the new grills have them built into it, and not separate pieces. Any thoughts from someone that has messed with them before? Thanks! Earl

10-25-2016, 09:55 AM	#2
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,549	Re: 67 grill inserts? Subbed for info. __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

10-25-2016, 10:37 AM	#4
Blakeman350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Wyoming Posts: 145	Re: 67 grill inserts? This should help http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/...ille%20inserts

10-25-2016, 10:41 AM	#5
vikingsandpintos Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Battle Creek Michigan Posts: 45	Re: 67 grill inserts? I looked at the LMC link, other than the billet ones, it doesn't show the stock type that are open. It has the big grill assem, and the trim, but not the parts that rivet on? Unless I am missing something, which is entirely possible!!

10-25-2016, 11:02 AM	#6
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,840	Re: 67 grill inserts? i didnt see them either. __________________ 1967custom

10-25-2016, 10:19 AM	#3
Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	Re: 67 grill inserts? I haven't purchased them aftermarket, but the factory one's are riveted in. fairly easy to remove if you wanted to. there is good access if you wanted to sand blast them, I have done that a few times for some in rough shape. __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

10-25-2016, 11:15 AM	#7
DaHos Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Owosso, Michigan Posts: 2,854	Re: 67 grill inserts? They are not sold individually but do come with the new 67-68 grills. __________________ 1967 C10 SWB Owner - Rustbelt Restorations

10-25-2016, 11:21 AM	#8
Oldblue68chevy Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Freedom Pa Posts: 139	Re: 67 grill inserts? I drilled out the rivets on my grill to remove the inserts. That allowed me to sand blast and repaint them. I used some 10-32 stainless button head bolts to reinstall them. It worked well and they didn't interfere with the surround. I also used two of the upper inserts on my grill and used some amber led strips for turn signals to slick it up a bit. Attached Images

10-25-2016, 03:31 PM	#9
EARNHARDT#3 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: PA Posts: 1,417	Re: 67 grill inserts? What inserts are we taking about here? __________________ 1967 C10, LWB, 250, Powerglide, PS, PB, 3/4 STATIC DROP

10-25-2016, 03:55 PM	#10
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: 67 grill inserts? GM called them "extensions". Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

10-25-2016, 04:36 PM	#11
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: 67 grill inserts? As far as I know no one reproduces the shelves . And I'm pretty sure the don't come on a reproduction grille . __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

10-25-2016, 09:44 PM	#13
EARNHARDT#3 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: PA Posts: 1,417	Re: 67 grill inserts? I thought I've noticed something in there on some pictures I've seen. Mine are missing. Kind of strange since my truck was mostly untouched. Who knows... __________________ 1967 C10, LWB, 250, Powerglide, PS, PB, 3/4 STATIC DROP

10-26-2016, 08:46 AM	#14
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	Re: 67 grill inserts? No one sells them by themselves but they do come on the new Key Parts 67-68 Grill as DaHos said and he can help you with the complete grill.

10-26-2016, 09:28 AM	#16
vikingsandpintos Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Battle Creek Michigan Posts: 45	Re: 67 grill inserts? Thanks for the replies.... As much aftermarket support as there is for these trucks, I'm kinda surprised these parts aren't offered! I am going to see if I can make mine look ok, and if I can't I will get with those that have extra's. Thanks! Earl

10-26-2016, 09:39 AM	#17
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,549	Re: 67 grill inserts? I just checked my grill and they are both there. It is off the truck right now if you need some pics. __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350



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10-26-2016, 11:04 AM	#19
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,549	Re: 67 grill inserts? Not sure if this is a 67 or 68 grill but the inserts should be the same. Attached Images __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

10-26-2016, 11:13 AM	#20
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 67 grill inserts? If the paint is just cracked, strip and repaint them. An hour with paint stripper and a wire wheel and you'll be done. Yes, from the factory they are riveted, as others mentioned, just use small machine screws to reattach them. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

10-26-2016, 11:22 AM	#21
vikingsandpintos Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Battle Creek Michigan Posts: 45	Re: 67 grill inserts? Thank you... It looks and sounds like they are steel, I assumed they were plastic or fiberglass! I was wondering about the sandblast suggestions, but that makes more sense now... lol... I'll have to get mine all apart and see what I can do with them.

10-26-2016, 11:26 AM	#22
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 67 grill inserts? Nope, metal, and pretty durable. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

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