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1966FLEETSIDE · 03-08-2018, 10:11 AM

Hi so I bought a 64 c10,but there is 4 running lights across the top front of the cab.of course there all rotted out,but I noticed the holes where they mount are perfectly cut out at the base,was this a factory option?Does anyone know.?not sure if I should replace or fill in,any suggestions will help.thx in advance.

TheBrewery · 03-08-2018, 10:24 AM

Can you post a pic? I have a buddy that was around when these trucks were new and he has a encyclopedic knowledge of chevys, I will check with him and report back.

Richard2112 · 03-08-2018, 10:33 AM

My understanding, though it may be incorrect, is that the factory optioned clearance lights were available with the raised areas on the roof. Beyond that, the dealer may have installed them or the previous owner. My c30 has 5 lights, a raised pad for each and what I think is commonly called 'firemans hat" lenses. Can't seem to find replacement lenses.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-08-2018, 11:00 AM

Knee knockers in the assembly line -

1966FLEETSIDE · 03-08-2018, 11:12 AM

The rocknrod you nailed it,thx alot."tweety bird",that's exactly the same.order and type.now I'm debating whether to survive them or do away.good luck finding the same style tho.

urmyboyblue · 03-08-2018, 12:44 PM

If you find a replacement that is suitable, post it up here. I am going to have to replace mine as well on the 1966 C30 I am working on.

1966FLEETSIDE · 03-11-2018, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by urmyboyblue

If you find a replacement that is suitable, post it up here. I am going to have to replace mine as well on the 1966 C30 I am working on.

Urmyboyblue can you post a picture of what yours looks like thx

rvrfoot · 03-11-2018, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

Knee knockers in the assembly line -

Look at that every other one has the lights.

**VictoriaHardware** · 03-08-2018, 01:18 PM

They're not that hard to find- used or new. Search the net for "yankee 77 light"

1966FLEETSIDE · 03-08-2018, 01:28 PM

Awesome thanks to all for your help

1966FLEETSIDE · 03-08-2018, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VictoriaHardware

They're not that hard to find- used or new. Search the net for "yankee 66 light"

thank you

shp4man · 03-08-2018, 01:43 PM

I would think the wiring may be something of a challenge.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-11-2018, 12:07 PM

A whole thread (with pics) on them - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486334

**aerotruk63** · 03-11-2018, 06:20 PM

Run your hand up the rear pillar where the filler tube passes.. You can sometimes find a rolled up clearence light wiring harness hidden there. An original installation instructions can be found in my Picasa album link.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-14-2018, 04:49 AM

Found these:

61_FL_Apache · 03-14-2018, 07:32 PM

Check with Grote, they may have replacements.

http://www.grote.com/

**The Rocknrod** · 03-14-2018, 07:59 PM

They do but they are longer.
http://www.grote.com/products/45333-...r-lamp-yellow/

03-08-2018, 10:11 AM	#1
1966FLEETSIDE Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: central coast monterey county california Posts: 348	Running lights Hi so I bought a 64 c10,but there is 4 running lights across the top front of the cab.of course there all rotted out,but I noticed the holes where they mount are perfectly cut out at the base,was this a factory option?Does anyone know.?not sure if I should replace or fill in,any suggestions will help.thx in advance.

03-08-2018, 10:24 AM	#2
TheBrewery Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 79	Re: Running lights Can you post a pic? I have a buddy that was around when these trucks were new and he has a encyclopedic knowledge of chevys, I will check with him and report back. __________________ Mike 1960 C10 Short Step 235 w/ 3 on the tree 1999 Mazda Miata <- Track Car 2016 Chevrolet Colorado z71 2016 Chevrolet Traverse - Wifes Car 2014 Honda CBR500R <- Also A Dust Collector 2009 Suzuki GSXR600 <- Stolen

03-08-2018, 10:33 AM	#3
Richard2112 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: South East Ohio Posts: 644	Re: Running lights My understanding, though it may be incorrect, is that the factory optioned clearance lights were available with the raised areas on the roof. Beyond that, the dealer may have installed them or the previous owner. My c30 has 5 lights, a raised pad for each and what I think is commonly called 'firemans hat" lenses. Can't seem to find replacement lenses.

03-08-2018, 11:00 AM	#4
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Running lights Knee knockers in the assembly line - Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-08-2018, 11:12 AM	#5
1966FLEETSIDE Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: central coast monterey county california Posts: 348	Re: Running lights The rocknrod you nailed it,thx alot."tweety bird",that's exactly the same.order and type.now I'm debating whether to survive them or do away.good luck finding the same style tho.

03-08-2018, 12:44 PM	#6
urmyboyblue Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Montevallo, AL Posts: 272	Re: Running lights If you find a replacement that is suitable, post it up here. I am going to have to replace mine as well on the 1966 C30 I am working on.

03-08-2018, 01:18 PM	#9
VictoriaHardware Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Southeast Michigan Posts: 792	Re: Running lights They're not that hard to find- used or new. Search the net for "yankee 77 light" Last edited by VictoriaHardware; 03-21-2018 at 12:05 PM. Reason: error

03-08-2018, 01:28 PM	#10
1966FLEETSIDE Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: central coast monterey county california Posts: 348	Re: Running lights Awesome thanks to all for your help

03-08-2018, 01:43 PM	#12
shp4man Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 556	Re: Running lights I would think the wiring may be something of a challenge. __________________ Everybody has to believe in something. I believe I'll have another beer.

03-11-2018, 12:07 PM	#13
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Running lights A whole thread (with pics) on them - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486334 __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-11-2018, 06:20 PM	#14
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,627	Re: Running lights Run your hand up the rear pillar where the filler tube passes.. You can sometimes find a rolled up clearence light wiring harness hidden there. An original installation instructions can be found in my Picasa album link. __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

03-14-2018, 04:49 AM	#15
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Running lights Found these: Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-14-2018, 07:32 PM	#16
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: Running lights Check with Grote, they may have replacements. http://www.grote.com/ __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

03-14-2018, 07:59 PM	#17
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Running lights They do but they are longer. http://www.grote.com/products/45333-...r-lamp-yellow/ __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?



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