does anyone have a chrome grill for sale?
how much does it cost to have mine plated?

 

RJ

Used ones are hard to find. I have bids for $400-450. I am still shopping but will be suspicious if you get a bid that is too cheap. Quality chrome plating is expensive.

'fenders

 

Agreed. When I had my front bumper for my '59 stripped and then chromed, it was $300. But it looks fantastic; well worth getting it done right for the price. The lowest price isn't always the way to go, especially on such a significant piece. The front grill really sets off the rest of the truck, so don't be stingy with the $$$.

Daryl
'59 F100 that's coming home today after 6 mos in the body/paint shop!
Yahoo!!!!

 

WOW i had no idea it would be that expensive

 

How much trouble is it to change a 54 grill to a 53 or 55? I've seen the fiberglass ones and may want to go that way if I can't get a 53 but the 54 has got to go! I can't afford chrome but have seen some painted silver that looked good with about any color. I also like the same color as the truck. Paul

 

Paul

You can interchange the grills without too much trouble. There are differences in the parking lights and the lower deflector (gravel pan). Signigficant change between 53-54 and 55-56. If your truck is all 1954 pieces, the switch to 53 is probably the easiest. I have an extremely straight 55 deluxe grill if you decide to go that way. email me if interested.

'fenders

 

Paul,
I am interested in your '54 grille if you replace it with another year. I have a'54 F-100 and wouldn't mind having a backup grille on hand. What kind of shape is it in?
Email me, Thanks, Abe astauffe@oak.kcsd.k12.pa.us

 

The 54 grill appears very good. It will just need paint. I am in the process of pulling the front off this weekend and should uncover any surprises in the next few days if there are any. I'll let you know. Paul