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Herbs1967 · 08-05-2007, 12:21 PM

Hello everyone, I have been a little hesitant to post this, but I feel it something I needed to do. On Feb 8, 2005, my father passed away at the age of 62 in Azusa, California and this left a huge void in my life. All of my life I always looked to my father for guidance and advice and now he is gone. My father, who was a simple man in life and worked extremely hard to support his family. He gave me everything in life and I wouldn't be the person I am today if it wasn't for him.

A few days after the funeral, my mother spoke to me and said she wanted me to have my father's 1967 Chevy truck. I was so emotional when my mother told me because I knew how much my father loved his truck. He purchased the 1967 truck a few days after my birth and it still runs today. The truck is not in the best shape cosmetically, but it belonged to my dad.

This is what brings me to this site. I want to keep my father alive and I think the best way I can do this is to restore this truck to the condition it was when he purchased it. Yes, I want to restore this truck, but I dont have the slightest idea on where to start. I want to take some picture so i can post them on here and see what you guys think. All i know about the truck is that its a 1967 Chevy 3/4 ton truck with a 327, 4 speed, longbed. Someone here locally told me it was a camper but i am not sure if it is or not. Is there anyway i can find out original color, interior color and other options by the VIN number? If so, how do I do it? Thanks everyone and I apologize for the long post. Martin

**too much stuff** · 08-05-2007, 12:30 PM

Welcome, and there should be a tag in the glovebox with your options, or maybe you will get lucky and find the build sheet in the seat back. And of course, pics would really help. I can relate to what you are doing for your father... Eric

Hook'em · 08-05-2007, 02:53 PM

I am with you Martin. My father passed in April 2004 and it was then my step-mother gave me his '69. You will think of your Dad every time you get behind the wheel.

woodridge · 08-05-2007, 03:44 PM

My dad gave me his 71 GMC 4x4 just before he passed away in 98. My oldest son has it now and is the process of restoring it.

A.P. · 08-05-2007, 05:40 PM

Welcome to the board.

lamar · 08-05-2007, 05:53 PM

You will find everything you need to know here. This is the best site on the inernet. Welcome to the board and good luck.

**Stocker** · 08-05-2007, 06:28 PM

Welcome from NorCal! You found the best board on the 'net, lots of friendly helpful folks on here. It's evident your truck is very special to you.

**jerry moss** · 08-05-2007, 09:25 PM

i'm glad you're keeping his old truck, my uncle passed away this past may and i have his 72 cheyenne 3/4 ton 4x4 that he purchased brand new back in 72. i've had it a few years and been gathering rustfree pristine sheetmetal and as much NOS trim and option goodies as possible. it'll be a tribute to him when it's finally finished as yours will be too. best of luck.

Yeller68 · 08-05-2007, 10:44 PM

Welcome Martin. This is my dad's truck. It's a 1968, and he bought it in 1969 slightly used. I was 5 years old at the time, and it is one of my earliest memories. It was the last truck he ever bought. It lasted him until he retired. We lost him in 1997. Restoring it has been one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. It will probably sound weird, but I can park the truck in the yard, pull up a chair, and just sit and stare at it for hours. Good luck on your restore, and believe me, it will be a rewarding and healing journey for you also.

Like other people here have said, you have definitely come to the right place. There are some of the most helpful, and knowledgeable people on this site that you could ever hope to find.

dan42 · 08-06-2007, 12:13 AM

I agree - it's fun just to look at your truck sometimes, especially that one - nice truck!

MisterE72 · 08-06-2007, 02:36 AM

I have lump in my thoat after reading your post. My pops is still alive and I thank God every day he is. He too has a simple way helping me put things into prospective. I'm sorry for your loss. I'm buliding a truck now that I will give to my oldest son. I hope one day, when i'm gone, he values it as much as you value your fathers. Welcome to the board.

08-05-2007, 12:21 PM	#1
Herbs1967 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Eagle Pass, Texas Posts: 1	My Father's 1967 Truck Hello everyone, I have been a little hesitant to post this, but I feel it something I needed to do. On Feb 8, 2005, my father passed away at the age of 62 in Azusa, California and this left a huge void in my life. All of my life I always looked to my father for guidance and advice and now he is gone. My father, who was a simple man in life and worked extremely hard to support his family. He gave me everything in life and I wouldn't be the person I am today if it wasn't for him. A few days after the funeral, my mother spoke to me and said she wanted me to have my father's 1967 Chevy truck. I was so emotional when my mother told me because I knew how much my father loved his truck. He purchased the 1967 truck a few days after my birth and it still runs today. The truck is not in the best shape cosmetically, but it belonged to my dad. This is what brings me to this site. I want to keep my father alive and I think the best way I can do this is to restore this truck to the condition it was when he purchased it. Yes, I want to restore this truck, but I dont have the slightest idea on where to start. I want to take some picture so i can post them on here and see what you guys think. All i know about the truck is that its a 1967 Chevy 3/4 ton truck with a 327, 4 speed, longbed. Someone here locally told me it was a camper but i am not sure if it is or not. Is there anyway i can find out original color, interior color and other options by the VIN number? If so, how do I do it? Thanks everyone and I apologize for the long post. Martin

08-05-2007, 12:30 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,769	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck Welcome, and there should be a tag in the glovebox with your options, or maybe you will get lucky and find the build sheet in the seat back. And of course, pics would really help. I can relate to what you are doing for your father... Eric __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

08-05-2007, 02:53 PM	#3
Hook'em Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Round Rock, Texas Posts: 858	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck I am with you Martin. My father passed in April 2004 and it was then my step-mother gave me his '69. You will think of your Dad every time you get behind the wheel. __________________ Hook'em

08-05-2007, 03:44 PM	#4
woodridge Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maynardville, Tn Posts: 3,030	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck My dad gave me his 71 GMC 4x4 just before he passed away in 98. My oldest son has it now and is the process of restoring it. __________________ SEMA Network- Protect our Hobby! 71 C30 in pieces, starting to come together. Click here for A Place For Tennessee Truck Enthusiest To Meet

08-05-2007, 05:40 PM	#5
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck Welcome to the board. __________________ 72 Chevy, SWB, 350engine, TH400

08-05-2007, 05:53 PM	#6
lamar Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Covington,Ga Posts: 453	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck You will find everything you need to know here. This is the best site on the inernet. Welcome to the board and good luck. __________________ 72 C-10

08-05-2007, 06:28 PM	#7
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,692	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck Welcome from NorCal! You found the best board on the 'net, lots of friendly helpful folks on here. It's evident your truck is very special to you. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

08-05-2007, 09:25 PM	#8
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,915	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck i'm glad you're keeping his old truck, my uncle passed away this past may and i have his 72 cheyenne 3/4 ton 4x4 that he purchased brand new back in 72. i've had it a few years and been gathering rustfree pristine sheetmetal and as much NOS trim and option goodies as possible. it'll be a tribute to him when it's finally finished as yours will be too. best of luck. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

08-05-2007, 10:44 PM	#9
Yeller68 Active Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Villa Rica, Ga Posts: 297	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck Welcome Martin. This is my dad's truck. It's a 1968, and he bought it in 1969 slightly used. I was 5 years old at the time, and it is one of my earliest memories. It was the last truck he ever bought. It lasted him until he retired. We lost him in 1997. Restoring it has been one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. It will probably sound weird, but I can park the truck in the yard, pull up a chair, and just sit and stare at it for hours. Good luck on your restore, and believe me, it will be a rewarding and healing journey for you also. Like other people here have said, you have definitely come to the right place. There are some of the most helpful, and knowledgeable people on this site that you could ever hope to find.

08-06-2007, 12:13 AM	#10
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck I agree - it's fun just to look at your truck sometimes, especially that one - nice truck! __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

08-06-2007, 02:36 AM	#11
MisterE72 Keep Your Nose Clean Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California Posts: 496	Re: My Father's 1967 Truck I have lump in my thoat after reading your post. My pops is still alive and I thank God every day he is. He too has a simple way helping me put things into prospective. I'm sorry for your loss. I'm buliding a truck now that I will give to my oldest son. I hope one day, when i'm gone, he values it as much as you value your fathers. Welcome to the board.



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