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#568139 08/25/2009 2:59 AM
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New Student here. I recently got a 57 3100 big window and have the hood rockets. Are these common? Are they used or discarded? Personally I plan on using them with the style of truck I plan to build. I have tried to find them or just see them on others, but haven't. Any help on this on?


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They're not stock on a truck, but it's your truck so run them if you like them...

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they were an extra cost option, and like all the other appearance options, such as door handle scratch guards or the various chrome packages, tradesmen and farmers didn't spend money on looks, so no, they're not "common" but they are reproduced cuz nowadays more folks are interested in looks wink

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I was hoping they were an add on from the factory because of the holes in the hood and the way it looks as if it was from the factory. I actually like them for the appearance that I am looking for. I finally find some for sale, but for over 300 a pair. I will have them rechromed and keep. Thanks for the info


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I think they look great,and makes your truck worth more.


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I often see these on 57 Cameos, so often I thought they were part of the trim package. I guess Cameo buyers really liked the tricked out look.


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Originally Posted by bowtietim
I think they look great,and makes your truck worth more.
And faster!


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