The showiest part of the truck is the grille. When I first got the truck, there was a tree growing up between the grille and the front bumper. Fortunately, it didn't damage anything. Unfortunately, there was damage from an earlier accident. At least all the pieces were there. The two missing ones were in the cab, safe from getting lost.
I sent the pieces out to have them straightened and polished up. I had the cast pieces re-chromed. I actually found the clips that hold the "teeth" to the grille from a vendor. I was afraid I'd be stuck trying fabricate those myself, not something I was looking forward to.
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GrilleOriginal.jpg (119.89 KB, 192 downloads)
Grille in original condition
GrillePiecesOriginal.jpg (170.72 KB, 191 downloads)
Grille trim in original condition.
GrillePieceWClips.jpg (106.77 KB, 192 downloads)
Trim piece showing clips for installation
GrilleDone.jpg (224.8 KB, 193 downloads)
Completed grille trim


1947 First Series Chevy 2 ton COE
2005 - It started in the Gallery
2023 - Follow the restoration in my Project Journal
1962 IH Scout 80
1982 Chevy Caprice Classic