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1968_K20_4x4 · 04-26-2019, 04:52 PM

Hey everyone!

I want to share with you my recent acquisition, a 1972 K20!! This is now my 2nd truck, as a few years ago I bought a 1968 K20. I didnt NEED another truck, but this came up for sale 20 min from my house at a price that was too good to pass up!! I am more familiar with the 67-68 style trucks, so I am looking forward to learning all about the 71- 72 style and will surely have a lot of questions for the board!

It was a 350 truck but now has an OMC 225- apparently its a marine sbc 307. Doesn't run great at the moment. My plans for this truck are to keep it mostly as it is and use it as a driver for now. I have been working on perfecting my 68, but for now I just want to get this 72 on the road and drive it as is and enjoy it. It is mostly complete minus the front tow hooks (Bummer!) and in fairly good shape, as it was fixed up about 15 years ago. However they didn't do a full restoration on it and there are definitely a few things that need attention, and Ill work on it as I go. My long term goal for this truck is to restore it to factory original, but also stay true to what it is, just a good ole work truck!!

Also, Ive even come up with a name for the ole girl- Smokin' Ochre!

Check it out and let me know what you think!!

**Stocker** · 04-26-2019, 05:07 PM

Congrats! It even came with a spare grille in the passenger seat. My K20 has the same tach as yours.

mgkgmc · 04-26-2019, 05:18 PM

Nice truck and color!

**landarts** · 04-26-2019, 05:40 PM

Really like the truck, looks like a very nice survivor.

**dave6672** · 04-26-2019, 09:04 PM

Looks really solid, I like it! Congrats.

**jimer1964** · 04-26-2019, 09:23 PM

Nice score! Would like to find one like that in my area!

57taskforce · 04-26-2019, 11:33 PM

Nice! Welcome to the club... again!

67_C-30 · 04-26-2019, 11:40 PM

Nice score!

K20 with a 4 speed! Doesn’t get any better than that!

**special-K** · 04-28-2019, 08:30 AM

Great find! I have a greater appreciation for the simpler K/20s these days than ever. And this one has a load of options. Some pretty cool ones. Nice truck in Oakry.

1968_K20_4x4 · 05-15-2019, 11:31 AM

Thanks for the replies guys! Glad you like the truck! Its mostly complete and original, but there are a few small details that I have some questions about, trying to figure out exactly what was originally on the truck.

On the SPID it lists the option BX2 Body Side molding - W
Is that the lower trim only? Was the upper trim a different option code??

Also, it lists F60 Heavy front spring. Up front it has a spring with 2 leafs and a negative arch. Is that the original spring? If they arch negative like that does it mean that they're worn out and need to be replaced? Eventually I would like to run a tall skinny 33in tire (I can get a good price on a Military 8.25r16 tire) on the truck and I read it can be done without a lift, but if my springs are worn out my plan may not work. If anyone has any input on this it would be greatly appreciated!!

Thanks everyone!!

1968_K20_4x4 · 05-15-2019, 11:41 AM

Ohh another question I have (There will probably be lots more!)...

Take a look at my front bumper (I added another photo as well). Its not quite as "pointed" as the grill is... looks to me like it was pushed in a little bit.

Is it supposed to look that way? Or is it actually bent and should follow the lines of the grill better?

Thanks!

72c20customcamper · 05-15-2019, 12:42 PM

Nice truck. And it does look to be bent . The bumper should follow the body lines. Yours looks pushed in in the center and out on the ends

**Stocker** · 06-08-2019, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968_K20_4x4

Also, it lists F60 Heavy front spring. Up front it has a spring with 2 leafs and a negative arch. Is that the original spring? If they arch negative like that does it mean that they're worn out and need to be replaced? Eventually I would like to run a tall skinny 33in tire (I can get a good price on a Military 8.25r16 tire) on the truck and I read it can be done without a lift, but if my springs are worn out my plan may not work. If anyone has any input on this it would be greatly appreciated!!

This may not help but it's all I know about front springs.

My K20 is (I believe) a relatively light-duty truck. Can't recall but it seems like the GVWR was only around 7200#. The OEM front springs were 2-leaf and sagging badly. I measured 7/8" to the bump stops and it bottomed out easily.

I replaced them many years ago with 2.5" Skyjacker Softrides and I'm still very happy with them. I measured 3 3/4" to the bump stops with the Softrides.

Incidentally I am running 255/85-16s (33") on Ford steelies with no clearance issues. Watch your offset and you should be okay without a lift. At most, you might need to lightly trim the lower front corner of the fender.

1968_K20_4x4 · 06-21-2019, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stocker

This may not help but it's all I know about front springs.

My K20 is (I believe) a relatively light-duty truck. Can't recall but it seems like the GVWR was only around 7200#. The OEM front springs were 2-leaf and sagging badly. I measured 7/8" to the bump stops and it bottomed out easily.

I replaced them many years ago with 2.5" Skyjacker Softrides and I'm still very happy with them. I measured 3 3/4" to the bump stops with the Softrides.

Incidentally I am running 255/85-16s (33") on Ford steelies with no clearance issues. Watch your offset and you should be okay without a lift. At most, you might need to lightly trim the lower front corner of the fender.

Thank you for the info, that is very helpful! Ill have to measure the bump stop height but I think I'll be ok to run the 33s I'm looking at. I have also looked into the add-a-leaf option if I need to gain a little bit more clearance. But I will keep the skyjacker soft rides in mind as well. Thanks!

palallin · 05-15-2019, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968_K20_4x4

Hey everyone!

Also, Ive even come up with a name for the ole girl- Smokin' Ochre!

I see what you did there!

Great truck!

1968_K20_4x4 · 06-03-2019, 11:53 PM

Hey Guys,

Thanks for checking out my truck. Since Ive got it home I have been trying to get it running and so far have not had much luck. So I started a new thread looking for help to try and get it up and running. If anyone would care to check it out and possibly add some input or advice it would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks a lot everyone. Here is a link to the new thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...24#post8536524

04-26-2019, 04:52 PM	#1
1968_K20_4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 191	Just bought my 2nd K20!! Hey everyone! I want to share with you my recent acquisition, a 1972 K20!! This is now my 2nd truck, as a few years ago I bought a 1968 K20. I didnt NEED another truck, but this came up for sale 20 min from my house at a price that was too good to pass up!! I am more familiar with the 67-68 style trucks, so I am looking forward to learning all about the 71- 72 style and will surely have a lot of questions for the board! It was a 350 truck but now has an OMC 225- apparently its a marine sbc 307. Doesn't run great at the moment. My plans for this truck are to keep it mostly as it is and use it as a driver for now. I have been working on perfecting my 68, but for now I just want to get this 72 on the road and drive it as is and enjoy it. It is mostly complete minus the front tow hooks (Bummer!) and in fairly good shape, as it was fixed up about 15 years ago. However they didn't do a full restoration on it and there are definitely a few things that need attention, and Ill work on it as I go. My long term goal for this truck is to restore it to factory original, but also stay true to what it is, just a good ole work truck!! Also, Ive even come up with a name for the ole girl- Smokin' Ochre! Check it out and let me know what you think!! Attached Images __________________ '68 Chevy K20 '72 Chevy K20 - Smokin' Ochre '08 Mercury Grand Marquis - Daily driver/ Parts fetcher Ohh uh, I didn't have time to fix everything...

04-26-2019, 05:07 PM	#2
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,692	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Congrats! It even came with a spare grille in the passenger seat. My K20 has the same tach as yours. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

04-26-2019, 05:18 PM	#3
mgkgmc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Glendale Arizona Posts: 1,354	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Nice truck and color! __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 stepside 1972 GMC Jimmy Custom 2004 Chevy Colorado 1989 Swb Silverado 1972 Aj's Stormer

04-26-2019, 05:40 PM	#4
landarts landarts Join Date: May 2005 Location: Star, Idaho Posts: 1,381	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Really like the truck, looks like a very nice survivor. __________________ Super Cheyenne aka the "Devil Cowboy" 71 K20 Idaho Edition 69 K10 from the Field 68 Second Chance Fix and Sale 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 K2500 The "Fixrupr" build thread 72 Cheyenne 1/2 ton " FIXRUPR " - daily driver 67 C20 all original paint 71 K20 Custom 4x4 (Idaho Edition) 72 K20 GMC Super Custom 4x4 72 K20 Custom Deluxe 4x4 69 K10 Custom package 4x4 (69 K10 from the field) 72 K10 Custom 71 K10 Custom 72 K20 Custom Deluxe 4x4 72 K20 Crew Cab Project 71 GMC Jimmy CST 72 Blazer 70 Blazer

04-26-2019, 09:04 PM	#5
dave6672 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Carrollton, KY Posts: 1,237	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Looks really solid, I like it! Congrats. __________________ Dave R. 1972 K20 1972 C20 Highlander 1967 C10

04-26-2019, 09:23 PM	#6
jimer1964 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: bowmansville,pa Posts: 1,678	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Nice score! Would like to find one like that in my area!

04-26-2019, 11:33 PM	#7
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,444	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Nice! Welcome to the club... again! __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

04-26-2019, 11:40 PM	#8
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04-28-2019, 08:30 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Great find! I have a greater appreciation for the simpler K/20s these days than ever. And this one has a load of options. Some pretty cool ones. Nice truck in Oakry. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-15-2019, 11:31 AM	#10
1968_K20_4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 191	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Thanks for the replies guys! Glad you like the truck! Its mostly complete and original, but there are a few small details that I have some questions about, trying to figure out exactly what was originally on the truck. On the SPID it lists the option BX2 Body Side molding - W Is that the lower trim only? Was the upper trim a different option code?? Also, it lists F60 Heavy front spring. Up front it has a spring with 2 leafs and a negative arch. Is that the original spring? If they arch negative like that does it mean that they're worn out and need to be replaced? Eventually I would like to run a tall skinny 33in tire (I can get a good price on a Military 8.25r16 tire) on the truck and I read it can be done without a lift, but if my springs are worn out my plan may not work. If anyone has any input on this it would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks everyone!! __________________ '68 Chevy K20 '72 Chevy K20 - Smokin' Ochre '08 Mercury Grand Marquis - Daily driver/ Parts fetcher Ohh uh, I didn't have time to fix everything...

05-15-2019, 11:41 AM	#11
1968_K20_4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 191	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Ohh another question I have (There will probably be lots more!)... Take a look at my front bumper (I added another photo as well). Its not quite as "pointed" as the grill is... looks to me like it was pushed in a little bit. Is it supposed to look that way? Or is it actually bent and should follow the lines of the grill better? Thanks! Attached Images __________________ '68 Chevy K20 '72 Chevy K20 - Smokin' Ochre '08 Mercury Grand Marquis - Daily driver/ Parts fetcher Ohh uh, I didn't have time to fix everything... Last edited by 1968_K20_4x4; 05-15-2019 at 11:48 AM.

05-15-2019, 12:42 PM	#12
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,633	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Nice truck. And it does look to be bent . The bumper should follow the body lines. Yours looks pushed in in the center and out on the ends Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-03-2019, 11:53 PM	#16
1968_K20_4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 191	Re: Just bought my 2nd K20!! Hey Guys, Thanks for checking out my truck. Since Ive got it home I have been trying to get it running and so far have not had much luck. So I started a new thread looking for help to try and get it up and running. If anyone would care to check it out and possibly add some input or advice it would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks a lot everyone. Here is a link to the new thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...24#post8536524 __________________ '68 Chevy K20 '72 Chevy K20 - Smokin' Ochre '08 Mercury Grand Marquis - Daily driver/ Parts fetcher Ohh uh, I didn't have time to fix everything...



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