| RLSawin1940 | -- 11-27-2024 @ 12:00 PM |
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Hello- I am restoring my dad's 40 Ford pickup and need to replace the front grille but I am not having much success finding one. Wanted a replica chrome grille to have the front of the truck pop but I can only find sedan grilles. Any input or thoughts on where I can find a 1939 or 1940 standard Ford pickup grille, preferably chrome would be appreciated. Thank you This message was edited by RLSawin1940 on 11-27-24 @ 12:05 PM
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| 40 Coupe | -- 11-28-2024 @ 5:43 AM |
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For 1940 there were just two grills for the cars and commercial vehicles. The original grill for the PU is the same as the 40 Standard car grill. Originally painted body color. Believe Bob Drake offered his Standard grill reproduction in chrome finish. If chrome is your ideal check with Drake or many of his outlets. Or have an original chromed.
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| trjford8 | -- 11-28-2024 @ 8:35 AM |
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Be prepared to pay about $1600 for a new chromed '40 standard grille. To chrome an original it will probably cost more as they are die cast metal.
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| 1940 Tom | -- 11-28-2024 @ 8:36 AM |
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Good morning-- I checked 5 different vendors online. They all have your grille listed in their catalog, but everyone is marked "Sold Out". Prices range from $1,800 to $3,000 when you can find one. Since you're a new member, go to the blue part of your screen and click "Links". Then go to "Vendors". I'd check with one of those vendors - maybe close to where you live - tell one of the salespeople what you need, and your difficulty finding one, and see if they can help you out further. Good luck, and Happy Turkey Day. Tom
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| trjford8 | -- 11-29-2024 @ 7:38 AM |
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I have two new (drake) side pieces that are chrome , but do not have the center section. I would sell the two pieces. Send me a PM (upper right corner of my post) for contact. This message was edited by trjford8 on 11-29-24 @ 7:43 AM
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