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coops714x4 · 11-24-2011, 01:27 PM

I have 2 different styles of factory 67-72 brush guards, I have seen a few posts on here of people wanting to get one. I am considering building some, patterned from the originals and I am wondering if there is anyone interested.
they will be made EXACTLY as originals. since I am building them I can alter them to someones specs, I just had surgery so this will NOT be soon, I am just checking to see if there is interest. please reply in thread. DO NOT PM me at this time thanks Coop

BLAZERMAN · 11-24-2011, 02:11 PM

Do you have any pics of your brush guards? I've only seen one guard for the 67 to 72s that carried a GM part number.
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coops714x4 · 11-24-2011, 02:21 PM

here is a pic of the one that has the GM part number, there were a couple of others that were installed from the dealer, I will get pics of my other one as soon as I am up and around

**70cst** · 11-24-2011, 05:15 PM

ttt

SS Tim · 11-24-2011, 07:00 PM

Here are some pictures of factory grille guards I've collected....

coops714x4 · 11-24-2011, 07:17 PM

the other one I have BOLTS together, total of 5 pieces and it bolts to all 6 bumper mounting bolts. Ill get a pic of it as soon as I can, just laying around taking it easy for awhile after surgery, so it might be awhile. I'm just checking to see if anyone might be interested, if no one is interested I'll go on about my business LOL Coop

1972RedNeck · 11-24-2011, 10:32 PM

What would they cost?

coops714x4 · 11-24-2011, 11:04 PM

Well to be honest I haven't got that figured out yet. I will have to see how much it takes to build one, keep in mind I'm not really doing this to make money, it will give me something to do and help out some guys that want one and can't find originals, there few and far between. just guessing (and this is a guess so don't quote me on it I would say somewhere between $150 and $200 + shipping) and thats for the one like pictured above without any modifications. I am really just checking to see if there is enough interest to justify doing it. I don't want to get all set up to build them and then not be able to sell them. I know there are the purist's that won't be interested because they wont have the part number on them, but for the one's that just want a factory style or similar brush guard here is a chance to have a "repop" that will look just like the original or if they want to modify it in some way like "push guards" or a "winch mount" I can do just about anything someone would want. Coop
Oh and just in case your thinking "here is another clown with a torch and a welder" I have been fabricating and welding in the oilfield most of my life, and I used to be a state certified (its expired now tho) high pressure natural gas pipe line welder, so I think I am qualified to build brush guards

jaros44sr · 11-24-2011, 11:06 PM

I would be interested, depending what the prototype looks like and cost....for now get well, and contact me when the guard happens. I was going to build one myself, but I could be working on something else on the truck, while your at the brush guards

feller · 11-25-2011, 01:40 AM

coop im all about it as long as the price isnt too much over your guestimate. also intrested in the other style you are mabey gonna build. and i dont think of you as another fool with a welder and tourch, and to be clear id be making my own if i had a print or one on hand to copy and have thought someone could be doing this for sometime now.

coops714x4 · 11-25-2011, 02:06 AM

jaros44sr and feller I will PM you when I do this. you guys will have "first dibs". feller, by your avatar you have a GMC the "FACTORY" brush guards were made for chevy's I can "alter" the brush guard to "fit" the headlights so it looks right... if you understand what I'm talking about. if you put a brush guard like the one pictured above on a GMC it just wouldnt look right.. savy?? lets see if anyone else is interested. Coop

SS Tim · 11-25-2011, 03:25 AM

Sorry, I meant to express interest in my post as well. Please put me on the list as a possible.

**special-K** · 11-25-2011, 09:56 AM

I think this is a good idea. I may or may not be interested,but this is too early to have to decide.I'll just say I am sure you'd have some takers when the time comes. I'm thinking there was a Chevy and a GMC version. Look at that bottom center one in the picture SS Tim showed

jaros44sr · 11-25-2011, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coops714x4

jaros44sr and feller I will PM you when I do this. you guys will have "first dibs". feller, by your avatar you have a GMC the "FACTORY" brush guards were made for chevy's I can "alter" the brush guard to "fit" the headlights so it looks right... if you understand what I'm talking about. if you put a brush guard like the one pictured above on a GMC it just wouldnt look right.. savy?? lets see if anyone else is interested. Coop

I think the only mod. I might need would be to mount some Unity driving lights on the center section of the guard, might just need a wider piece of stock in that area, but we will see...

Thanks for the help

coops714x4 · 11-25-2011, 12:30 PM

SS Tim Ill let you know as well, special-K I think your right, I have never seen one but that pic does show what appears to be a version for a GMC, Jaros44sr when we get there Ill take care of ya

**DeadheadNM** · 11-25-2011, 12:33 PM

If I could keep the bumper guards on AND bolt on the brush guard I'd be interested but don't see how that could work.

coops714x4 · 11-25-2011, 12:38 PM

HHMM Deadhead I can prob figure something out for you but ill have to put some thought into it,

**DeadheadNM** · 11-25-2011, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coops714x4

HHMM Deadhead I can prob figure something out for you but ill have to put some thought into it,

Sounds good Coop. I'll remain subscribed and see how things shake out. Good luck with your surgery. Pete

trapperjack · 11-25-2011, 01:46 PM

Hey coop, i'd be interested in one like is on that Napco flatbed I've lusted after since the first time I saw it. For a 68 panel wagon. Hope your recovery goes well.

coops714x4 · 11-25-2011, 02:26 PM

trapperjack Ill have ya covered that's the factory style.

coops714x4 · 11-26-2011, 02:00 AM

anyone else ??

BLAZERMAN · 11-26-2011, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

I'm thinking there was a Chevy and a GMC version. Look at that bottom center one in the picture SS Tim showed

Tim is right, there was a GMC and a Chevy version..it was just the spacing of the top bar by the headlights. The very first pic in this thread of the guard on a 67 chevy plus the pic Tim pointed out are the GMC versions.

Here are a couple scans from my 1970 GMC accessory catalog.

Heres a scan from a 1970 Chevy Silver Book showing one made by Luverne that was a dealer install

BLAZERMAN · 11-26-2011, 02:46 AM

And heres a pic of my NOS Chevy grille guard.

SS Tim · 11-26-2011, 04:07 AM

"And heres a pic of my NOS Chevy grille guard."

Now I know what I want for Christmas! :-)

SS Tim · 11-26-2011, 04:17 AM

Here is the GMC grille guard on a Chevy truck.

11-24-2011, 01:27 PM	#1
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	checking interest for factory brush guards I have 2 different styles of factory 67-72 brush guards, I have seen a few posts on here of people wanting to get one. I am considering building some, patterned from the originals and I am wondering if there is anyone interested. they will be made EXACTLY as originals. since I am building them I can alter them to someones specs, I just had surgery so this will NOT be soon, I am just checking to see if there is interest. please reply in thread. DO NOT PM me at this time thanks Coop __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-24-2011, 02:11 PM	#2
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Do you have any pics of your brush guards? I've only seen one guard for the 67 to 72s that carried a GM part number. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

11-24-2011, 02:21 PM	#3
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards here is a pic of the one that has the GM part number, there were a couple of others that were installed from the dealer, I will get pics of my other one as soon as I am up and around Attached Images __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-24-2011, 05:15 PM	#4
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards ttt __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

11-24-2011, 07:00 PM	#5
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Here are some pictures of factory grille guards I've collected.... 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

11-24-2011, 07:17 PM	#6
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards the other one I have BOLTS together, total of 5 pieces and it bolts to all 6 bumper mounting bolts. Ill get a pic of it as soon as I can, just laying around taking it easy for awhile after surgery, so it might be awhile. I'm just checking to see if anyone might be interested, if no one is interested I'll go on about my business LOL Coop __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-24-2011, 11:04 PM	#8
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Well to be honest I haven't got that figured out yet. I will have to see how much it takes to build one, keep in mind I'm not really doing this to make money, it will give me something to do and help out some guys that want one and can't find originals, there few and far between. just guessing (and this is a guess so don't quote me on it I would say somewhere between $150 and $200 + shipping) and thats for the one like pictured above without any modifications. I am really just checking to see if there is enough interest to justify doing it. I don't want to get all set up to build them and then not be able to sell them. I know there are the purist's that won't be interested because they wont have the part number on them, but for the one's that just want a factory style or similar brush guard here is a chance to have a "repop" that will look just like the original or if they want to modify it in some way like "push guards" or a "winch mount" I can do just about anything someone would want. Coop Oh and just in case your thinking "here is another clown with a torch and a welder" I have been fabricating and welding in the oilfield most of my life, and I used to be a state certified (its expired now tho) high pressure natural gas pipe line welder, so I think I am qualified to build brush guards __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse) Last edited by coops714x4; 11-24-2011 at 11:15 PM. Reason: added content

11-24-2011, 11:06 PM	#9
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,421	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards I would be interested, depending what the prototype looks like and cost....for now get well, and contact me when the guard happens. I was going to build one myself, but I could be working on something else on the truck, while your at the brush guards __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

11-25-2011, 01:40 AM	#10
feller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: madison, IN. Posts: 484	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards coop im all about it as long as the price isnt too much over your guestimate. also intrested in the other style you are mabey gonna build. and i dont think of you as another fool with a welder and tourch, and to be clear id be making my own if i had a print or one on hand to copy and have thought someone could be doing this for sometime now.

11-25-2011, 02:06 AM	#11
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards jaros44sr and feller I will PM you when I do this. you guys will have "first dibs". feller, by your avatar you have a GMC the "FACTORY" brush guards were made for chevy's I can "alter" the brush guard to "fit" the headlights so it looks right... if you understand what I'm talking about. if you put a brush guard like the one pictured above on a GMC it just wouldnt look right.. savy?? lets see if anyone else is interested. Coop __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-25-2011, 03:25 AM	#12
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Sorry, I meant to express interest in my post as well. Please put me on the list as a possible. __________________ 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

11-25-2011, 09:56 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards I think this is a good idea. I may or may not be interested,but this is too early to have to decide.I'll just say I am sure you'd have some takers when the time comes. I'm thinking there was a Chevy and a GMC version. Look at that bottom center one in the picture SS Tim showed __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-25-2011, 12:30 PM	#15
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards SS Tim Ill let you know as well, special-K I think your right, I have never seen one but that pic does show what appears to be a version for a GMC, Jaros44sr when we get there Ill take care of ya __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-25-2011, 12:33 PM	#16
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,278	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards If I could keep the bumper guards on AND bolt on the brush guard I'd be interested but don't see how that could work. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

11-25-2011, 12:38 PM	#17
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards HHMM Deadhead I can prob figure something out for you but ill have to put some thought into it, __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)



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11-25-2011, 01:46 PM	#19
trapperjack Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The Republic of Texas Posts: 361	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Hey coop, i'd be interested in one like is on that Napco flatbed I've lusted after since the first time I saw it. For a 68 panel wagon. Hope your recovery goes well. __________________ 1962 Chevy K10 factory 4x4 stepside longbed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=494632 1967 Chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 long bed (Henrietta) traded 1968 Chevy 1/2 ton panel wagon, V8 and powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=483345 1978 Ford F250, beater stepside 2008 Jeep Wrangler 4 Door 2010 Chevy 4x4 plain jane work truck

11-25-2011, 02:26 PM	#20
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards trapperjack Ill have ya covered that's the factory style. __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-26-2011, 02:00 AM	#21
coops714x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cement Oklahoma Posts: 916	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards anyone else ?? __________________ 1971 K20, Coop's beast (project) 1972 C30 wrecker, "Big Ernest" (SOLD) 1975 K5 Blazer (wife's toy) she got it in the divorce 2014 Street Glide Special 1983 K20 Big Block, auto (work horse)

11-26-2011, 02:46 AM	#23
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards And heres a pic of my NOS Chevy grille guard. __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

11-26-2011, 04:07 AM	#24
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards "And heres a pic of my NOS Chevy grille guard." Now I know what I want for Christmas! :-) __________________ 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 Last edited by SS Tim; 11-26-2011 at 04:10 AM. Reason: brain to finger interface issues

11-26-2011, 04:17 AM	#25
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: checking interest for factory brush guards Here is the GMC grille guard on a Chevy truck. 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

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