What other sheet metal interchanges between the half ton pickup and the “big trucks”?
A. The grille, hood, hood sides, and cab are interchangeable. However, the half ton pickup has the gas tank behind the rear axle while the big trucks have the gas tank under the front seat with the filler neck behind the passenger side door. The lower grille panels, fenders, running boards, bumpers, and bumper brackets are different. Q. Where can I find the missing trim for my grille? Q. Where can I find an NOS grille? Q. Where can I find a perfect grille? Q. Where can I find any grille? A. As of now, no one is reproducing 38-39 grilles or the trim EXCEPT for the V-8 at the top of the 38 grille, which is available from Bob Drake Reproductions . To find a grille or trim, you have a few options: (1) Truck/hot rod/antique car/antique truck shows and swaps. I sometimes see grilles for sale at these shows. (2) ebay – they come up for auction on a regular basis, but they can get very pricey. (3) Check out the ads in Hemmings Motor News. They sometimes have grilles for sale. (4) You might try
