I have a 57 1/2 ton pickup with the fiberglass grill that keeps cracking. Would it be possible to replace this grill with a metal one from a different year? If so what year would fit with the least modification? Thanks
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I would find out WHY the cracking is happening, I have had my 1 Ton Dually Transtar since 1989, and had no cracking with a much harder riding Truck then a 1/2 Ton with no problems.
If the Radiator Support and Cab Mounts are incorrect, Frame outriggers rusted out, Frame cracked etc. that would be why.
Unless you regularly follow too close behind Rock Trucks, I don't know what else would cause that!StudeRich
Second Generation Stude Driver,
Proud '54 Starliner Owner
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Originally posted by PackardV8 View PostWhile I've not done the retrofit, the '54-56 would be the most likely to fit with the fewest modifications. Make sure to get the headlight bezels and parking light lenses, as they're unobtainum.
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Originally posted by Tommy Craig View PostI have a 57 1/2 ton pickup with the fiberglass grill that keeps cracking. Would it be possible to replace this grill with a metal one from a different year? If so what year would fit with the least modification? ThanksGary L.
Wappinger, NY
SDC member since 1968
Studebaker enthusiast much longer
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When you say, it keeps cracking, what do you mean? Do the cracks keep getting bigger or repairs don't hold? The grilles can be repaired to be very strong. My brother had to do some repairs on his 57 Transtar grille and that was about 40 years ago."In the heart of Arkansas."
Searcy, Arkansas
1952 Commander 2 door. Really fine 259.
1952 2R pickup
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Originally posted by Tommy Craig View PostI have a 57 1/2 ton pickup with the fiberglass grill that keeps cracking. Would it be possible to replace this grill with a metal one from a different year? If so what year would fit with the least modification? Thanks
Bob
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