1973 Tailgate Trim Band Replacement

[K5 Blazer]

I have a 1973 K5 Blazer and trying to replace the tailgate trim band. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a clean oem or reproduction one. LMC makes a tailgate trim band for 1981 thru 1991. Does anyone know the difference between a 1973 and 1981 thru 1991 tailgate trim band? Can someone measure their tailgate band, if you have a 1981 to 1991 Blazer or Jimmy?

My tailgate band measurements are 66 3/4" length and 7 1/2" wide.

 

[Tank6x2]

No difference in length, there’s slight manufacturing differences but your talking 1/16 - 1/32”

 

[jimmy1986k5]

The mounting holes are way off as well.

 

[bucket]

The later one has a stamped ridge around the perimeter, with a black painted boarder.

 

[ali_c20]

I have a 1973 K5 Blazer and trying to replace the tailgate trim band. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a clean oem or reproduction one. LMC makes a tailgate trim band for 1981 thru 1991. Does anyone know the difference between a 1973 and 1981 thru 1991 tailgate trim band? Can someone measure their tailgate band, if you have a 1981 to 1991 Blazer or Jimmy?

My tailgate band measurements are 66 3/4" length and 7 1/2" wide.

You can restore your old one. It is in real good shape and can be done with a little elbow grease. The Chevrolet tailgate emblem is available at OER, LMC, etc.

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