I'm building my 72. Once it's done I'll be putting the 67 68 fender badges on it. Not original to the year but I really like the look. Haters can hate 😊
I like the testers paint. In the process of restoring mine now, but the truck will be badge less when finished. I just think it give a cleaner look. And last, I remember my Dad customizing the badges on his 53' Hudson. He would fill the area where paint went, with what was call Space Tape, which would cause a rainbow color effect when the sun hit it.
Hey there Chad, cannot thank you enough for all the tips. I'm making my way through all of the videos. One thing I do not see yet is how to remove the various types of trim and emblems safely without destroying the clips, trim and paint. I'm talking about the belt line mouldings, grill trim, back of cab chrome strip, letters on the hood, fender emblems, etc. Would definately help me, might help others. Thanks again.
Hey Chad, love the C10 content! I'm sure you're busy with the building, but I thought an easy/valuable video would be building a tool kit to carry with you in the truck to take care of emergency repairs. Looking forward to seeing the building progress
AND, I got a 1970 C/10 that came with small jack and tool bag clipped in the side at the back of the cab. It's long gone by now and I was wondering, where can a feller find the tools/ bag to get this back together? Could be this a vid that needs to be done by an enterprising guy such as yourself! @@C10TruckNerd
I prefer the blue in the grill . I was hoping to see how you put that 67 fender emblem back on. I mean to take mine off and I'm wondering if there's a way to do it without removing the fenders
OG blue looks the best to me as well. It is very difficult to slide your hand from the bottom or from under the hood to reach them. As you can tell, I have little bird arms which helps. Pulling the back of the inner fender down might be the best bet if you soak the bolts first. You have given me an idea for a video!
Great video. But what about the engine size emblem. According to LMC, those emblems are an option but I rarely see them. What's your opinion. Thanks....Doug
They started in 69. 69-70 they were under the C10 or Custom badges and then moved under the side marker for 71-72. I keep a bunch of them when I part trucks out.
Chad you have some great ideas. I imagine. If you use the material that the truck lettering places use to cover the back of the emblem after you clean it that would last a long time . Just a thought ...
Chad ! Have a question you'll probably know ! Was the 66 C10 1500 the last year for wood bed floors ? I think so but another guy says NO ! Thanks for ur reply ! 👍
It was not. Wood continued to be the standard floor in 1967 as well and was still painted black. In 1968 metal floors became standard with wood as an option through 1972 but would have been painted the body color. Hope that made sense.
Chad, thanks for all of the information that you have been providing. I have a question, 67 with west coast/trailer mirrors, when new were the nuts and bolts used painted or plated. Most of the trucks including mine that I see have everything painted white. Is that the way they came new? Thanks, Dave
I have never found an answer to that question. I’ve seen guys take large masking tape or a roll of paper. Roll it onto another 67-68 hood with the letters removed and punch holes in the paper and tape. Then tape it onto the hood you want the letters and start drilling. Some after market hoods don’t have access holes for the nuts to tighten.
I'm building my 72. Once it's done I'll be putting the 67 68 fender badges on it. Not original to the year but I really like the look. Haters can hate 😊
I think it would look good! I love those fender badges. Customize it the way you want it. That's what I'm going to do too.
I like the testers paint. In the process of restoring mine now, but the truck will be badge less when finished. I just think it give a cleaner look. And last, I remember my Dad customizing the badges on his 53' Hudson. He would fill the area where paint went, with what was call Space Tape, which would cause a rainbow color effect when the sun hit it.
I have never heard of space tape. I learn something everyday!
Well, that was fun...sadly I bought a new one (OUCH-$$$) in January!..... Great video, Chad!!!
You can never have to many! That Blazer will need a new one!
I like the emblem painted with the testors blue metallic it goes well with the color of the truck and thanks for the tip.
You bet! I'm always happy to save a guy a few bucks. Thanks for watching!
Hey there Chad, cannot thank you enough for all the tips. I'm making my way through all of the videos. One thing I do not see yet is how to remove the various types of trim and emblems safely without destroying the clips, trim and paint. I'm talking about the belt line mouldings, grill trim, back of cab chrome strip, letters on the hood, fender emblems, etc. Would definately help me, might help others. Thanks again.
Thanks for the support! I hadn’t thought of that topic yet. I’ll get it added to the list!
I like the original blue!! Thanks again for the tips, I I'm lucky enough my son bought me a new bow tie!! Peace brother
Great gift! It's tough to beat the nice shiney original blue!
But now I know how to restore original one !! Thanks again
Anytime! Thanks for watching!
Testes... That was funny right there... They all look great to me. Thanks for the tip on these.
I appreciate it! My mouth operates faster than my brain most days!
Hey Chad, love the C10 content! I'm sure you're busy with the building, but I thought an easy/valuable video would be building a tool kit to carry with you in the truck to take care of emergency repairs. Looking forward to seeing the building progress
I appreciate the support and I like your idea!
AND, I got a 1970 C/10 that came with small jack and tool bag clipped in the side at the back of the cab. It's long gone by now and I was wondering, where can a feller find the tools/ bag to get this back together? Could be this a vid that needs to be done by an enterprising guy such as yourself! @@C10TruckNerd
I prefer the blue in the grill . I was hoping to see how you put that 67 fender emblem back on. I mean to take mine off and I'm wondering if there's a way to do it without removing the fenders
OG blue looks the best to me as well. It is very difficult to slide your hand from the bottom or from under the hood to reach them. As you can tell, I have little bird arms which helps. Pulling the back of the inner fender down might be the best bet if you soak the bolts first. You have given me an idea for a video!
Hey looks good and budget friendly. Awesome video. Can't wait to try this!
I appreciate it! If you don't have a hot glue gun, clear silicone would work great as well. Good luck and thanks for watching!
my plastic insert was cracked in a couple places so I laid blue painter tape over it and put it back in. Nobody noticed.
If it works, it ain’t wrong!
Testies…. Hummmm.. Those bow ties look great
Thanks! I was really pleased with the results for just a few bucks!
Great video. But what about the engine size emblem. According to LMC, those emblems are an option but I rarely see them. What's your opinion. Thanks....Doug
They started in 69. 69-70 they were under the C10 or Custom badges and then moved under the side marker for 71-72. I keep a bunch of them when I part trucks out.
Great
Cheap and easy!
Chad you have some great ideas. I imagine. If you use the material that the truck lettering places use to cover the back of the emblem after you clean it that would last a long time . Just a thought ...
I think that would work good too. Put it on and cut it out with an exacto knife. Good tip!
Great work man😊
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
Chad ! Have a question you'll probably know ! Was the 66 C10 1500 the last year for wood bed floors ? I think so but another guy says NO ! Thanks for ur reply ! 👍
It was not. Wood continued to be the standard floor in 1967 as well and was still painted black. In 1968 metal floors became standard with wood as an option through 1972 but would have been painted the body color. Hope that made sense.
Thanks chad, guess I was wrong ! Was thinking 66 was the last year !.😂 win some, loose some ! 👍
Chad, thanks for all of the information that you have been providing.
I have a question, 67 with west coast/trailer mirrors, when new were the nuts and bolts used painted or plated.
Most of the trucks including mine that I see have everything painted white. Is that the way they came new?
Thanks,
Dave
Looking thru my info it looks like they came both ways, but the plated all rusted before the brackets.
@@C10TruckNerd Thank you for responding, knowing that some came unpainted I think I’ll go stainless.
@@Dave-jj4np They look pretty sharp! Good luck!
It looks good to Me
Not to shabby!
Are the 67-68 grill emblems a similar dissembly process?
The are more basic. They are metal and the studs are mounted on the back side of the bow tie. You just paint the front.
@@C10TruckNerd thank you for the reply!
@@renewed7809 You bet!
❤👍
Thank you!
CHAD MY 1967 DOES NOT HAVE CHEVY ON THE HOOD HOW ARE THE LETTERS SPACED
I have never found an answer to that question. I’ve seen guys take large masking tape or a roll of paper. Roll it onto another 67-68 hood with the letters removed and punch holes in the paper and tape. Then tape it onto the hood you want the letters and start drilling. Some after market hoods don’t have access holes for the nuts to tighten.
I say its better than buying a new one.
A heck of a lot cheaper!
you said testes.
It was too good of a blooper to take out!
"PromoSM"
Thanks
Not a fan of the red
I think it depends on what color the truck is for me.
I feel like im watching a house wife try an mechanic lol NOPE
You should see my dishwashin skills too!
Like the red chad.
I think it looks good on the black!
I got a red 68 stepside. Love the damn thing. Really like your videos. Keep them coming