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Restoration Corner: 77-87 Silverado Bowtie Grille Attachment
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Restoration Corner: 77-87 Silverado Bowtie Grille Attachment

May 16, 2026 Engraving Nation Team 12 Min Read

Quick Answer:Classic Squarebody restoration. Learn how the emblems attached to the iconic 1977-1987 Chevrolet Silverado grilles.

Squarebody Archeology

The 1977-1987 'Squarebody' Chevrolet trucks are legendary. Restoring one requires an eye for detail, especially when it comes to the front grille bowtie which changed mounting styles almost every year.

Screw-Through vs. Snap-In

Early Squarebodies often used a screw-through-the-grille mounting system, with the bowtie sitting on a specific plastic bracket. By the mid-80s, these transitioned to plastic nuts on the back of the grille.

Adding Custom Flair to a Classic

A restoration doesn't have to be 100% factory. A custom-etched bowtie that follows the classic 1980s geometric patterns can add a 'Restomod' feel that separates your truck from every other C10 at the cruise-in.

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