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Darkblu · 05-30-2008, 02:11 PM

As some might remember form my original post http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=293543 I am not sure what this truck might be so I have added a few more pics to help figure it out. Any and all help will be greatly apperciated. Thanks Frank.

**special-K** · 05-30-2008, 02:37 PM

Your jamb-plate has been swapped.I think that is all.Prolly a title problem,so they switched it.It doesn`t even look like it`s been painted,or is painted back in original color.I don`t see a mix of trucks there.What number is on the SPID?Does it match the frame?IThat`s not a complete number on the frame.Everything indicates it`s a`71 C2500 that has just had the I.D. changed...and motor.

Darkblu · 05-30-2008, 02:43 PM

What is the SPID?

**Palf70Step** · 05-30-2008, 03:13 PM

SPID is the label in the glove box. IT looks to me like the frame and the cab/body are from two different trucks. Like Special K said, someone swapped something around whihc is quiet common for these trucks. Takes parts from several vehicels to put one back to life.

Darkblu · 05-30-2008, 03:22 PM

Ah, well here is the SPID. CE334-ZZ62533. I have a pic but dunno how to add it.

**nightmare** · 05-30-2008, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darkblu

Ah, well here is the SPID. CE334-ZZ62533. I have a pic but dunno how to add it.

next to the Post Quick Reply is Go Advanced. In there there is an option to Manage Attachments. That will bring up the main window for you to add the pics.

Darkblu · 05-30-2008, 04:59 PM

K, thanks

Willys47 · 05-30-2008, 05:10 PM

the vin tage may have been from another truck and riveted on?Dont they have a flower shape rivet.

**Palf70Step** · 05-30-2008, 05:21 PM

Darkblu....looks like you got three (at least) different vehicles there since the SPID doesn't match the cab or frame#

Darkblu · 05-30-2008, 05:28 PM

Thats what I was thinkin. This thing must be a Frankenstein. The title matches the one on the door frame, and the title reads 1970, so who knows. Are there just the 3 places VINs are located? Maybe I can find a 4th #, and it be different.

**nightmare** · 05-30-2008, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Darkblu

Thats what I was thinkin. This thing must be a Frankenstein. The title matches the one on the door frame, and the title reads 1970, so who knows. Are there just the 3 places VINs are located? Maybe I can find a 4th #, and it be different.

The title's probably the best one to go with. You can always reproduce the SPID, and then add what it is you want on there. By the looks of the SPID on the door, it looks like it was a nicely optioned truck (where ever it came from).

I don't think that there are any other places for the VIN's

By the way, I noticed that the doors have the Custom Camper script on there. Are you planning on removing them?

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 04:33 AM

I might, not sure what do do with the truck yet. What have other people done to 3/4 or 1 ton trucks? I could use a few ideas.

OhioDan · 05-31-2008, 11:51 AM

Here's a couple pics of my 70' GMC 2500. Hope this helps?

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 01:20 PM

Looks nice , thanks. I like the guages, I have noticed a few trucks that have those type of guages. Thats definitely a custon seat, j/k. Nice lookin motor too, thanks. Its hard to find 8 lug wheels i've noticed.

**special-K** · 05-31-2008, 01:53 PM

I think your cab is from a 1 ton CustomCamper(GMC Longhorn).That`s my hunch.The SPID or VIN-spes sheet states it`s a 133" 1 ton.What do your fender badges say,2500 Custom or 3500?Maybe the truck was a CustomCamper/Longhorn that got set on a 127" 2500 frame w/bed.Is the whole truck repainted,just the bed,or none?If none,maybe the guy found a matching 8` bed.

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 02:09 PM

It syas 3500, I beleive the whole thing was repainted because of a few overspray in some areas. What is the difference between 1 and 3/4 tons? Is there another way to tell the difference between 127" and 133" other than measuring of coarse?

*ksjh1316* · 05-31-2008, 02:53 PM

There is one other place there might be a vin and that is on a sticker on your drivers door. Most of these are gone by now but you never know mine was still there.

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 02:54 PM

Thanks, I'll check on that.

jorgensensc · 05-31-2008, 03:39 PM

I'm going with the SPID is correct for the truck, then they set it on a long wheelbase frame, then they had some sort of title problem, so they switched out the VIN plate on the door jamb so they could get a clean title. Maybe the truck was originally wrecked, so they changed the frame out, then they didn't want a salvage title so they changed out the VIN plate on the door jamb. That is just one theory, nice truck though.
Shawn

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 05:00 PM

Thanks, that could be a possibility. It needs a CSI treatment or something.

Longhorn Man · 05-31-2008, 10:07 PM

have you had it inspected for the title work yet? You may have some issues since none of the VINS match, and the VIN plate has the wrong rivits on it.

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 10:49 PM

Yeah I got that taken care of. Some old lady just came out and matched the door frame VIN with the one on the title and filled out a piece of paper which cost me $3.50. Next I have to have the title switch from Indiana to Ohio, but the great state of Ohio is trying to hose me with Ohio state taxes which is a joke. Bought it from a private seller that owns a body shop, but all the BMV associates are convinced its a dealership regardless of what I say.

Longhorn Man · 05-31-2008, 10:53 PM

you have to pay taxes on any vehicle you buy regardless of whom the seller is.
You got lucky, but screwed at the same time.
The lady wasn't supposed to charge you to do that. In the last 7 years, i have titled 5 out of state vehicles here in ohio, and never had to pay to have it inspected.
however... she was supposed to stop you with those way wrong rivits.
I guess it was worth the 3.50 then huh?

Darkblu · 05-31-2008, 11:04 PM

Yup, she was about to look for the one in the glove box, but I caught her and showed her the one in the door frame. She didn't seem to like her job really. I will work it out and have it on the road in a week.

Longhorn Man · 06-01-2008, 12:32 AM

Something I am seeing on your truck...
The black wheels just look funny to me. (I know, it's MY problem!

)
Imagine them painted white... it'll match the trim on your rig, and only cost a few hrs labor for a quickie, and $10 in wall mart paint.
Something to think about anyways.

It's still 10 times nicer than my pile.

05-30-2008, 02:11 PM	#1
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	VIN/What do I have pt2 As some might remember form my original post http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=293543 I am not sure what this truck might be so I have added a few more pics to help figure it out. Any and all help will be greatly apperciated. Thanks Frank. Attached Images

05-30-2008, 02:37 PM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Your jamb-plate has been swapped.I think that is all.Prolly a title problem,so they switched it.It doesn`t even look like it`s been painted,or is painted back in original color.I don`t see a mix of trucks there.What number is on the SPID?Does it match the frame?IThat`s not a complete number on the frame.Everything indicates it`s a`71 C2500 that has just had the I.D. changed...and motor. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 05-30-2008 at 02:39 PM.

05-30-2008, 02:43 PM	#3
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 What is the SPID?

05-30-2008, 03:13 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 SPID is the label in the glove box. IT looks to me like the frame and the cab/body are from two different trucks. Like Special K said, someone swapped something around whihc is quiet common for these trucks. Takes parts from several vehicels to put one back to life. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-30-2008, 03:22 PM	#5
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Ah, well here is the SPID. CE334-ZZ62533. I have a pic but dunno how to add it.

05-30-2008, 04:59 PM	#7
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 K, thanks Attached Images

05-30-2008, 05:10 PM	#8
Willys47 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Nanaimo B.C. Posts: 604	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 the vin tage may have been from another truck and riveted on?Dont they have a flower shape rivet. Attached Images __________________ I was hooked on these trucks since 1982 when I drove my budys fathers 1968 Custum GMC 396 automatic dana 60 rear with a power lock diff what a ride more fun then we will we can ever tell!! Last edited by Willys47; 05-30-2008 at 05:10 PM.

05-30-2008, 05:21 PM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Darkblu....looks like you got three (at least) different vehicles there since the SPID doesn't match the cab or frame# __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-30-2008, 05:28 PM	#10
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Thats what I was thinkin. This thing must be a Frankenstein. The title matches the one on the door frame, and the title reads 1970, so who knows. Are there just the 3 places VINs are located? Maybe I can find a 4th #, and it be different.

05-31-2008, 04:33 AM	#12
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 I might, not sure what do do with the truck yet. What have other people done to 3/4 or 1 ton trucks? I could use a few ideas.

05-31-2008, 11:51 AM	#13
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Here's a couple pics of my 70' GMC 2500. Hope this helps? Attached Images __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started.

05-31-2008, 01:20 PM	#14
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Looks nice , thanks. I like the guages, I have noticed a few trucks that have those type of guages. Thats definitely a custon seat, j/k. Nice lookin motor too, thanks. Its hard to find 8 lug wheels i've noticed.

05-31-2008, 01:53 PM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 I think your cab is from a 1 ton CustomCamper(GMC Longhorn).That`s my hunch.The SPID or VIN-spes sheet states it`s a 133" 1 ton.What do your fender badges say,2500 Custom or 3500?Maybe the truck was a CustomCamper/Longhorn that got set on a 127" 2500 frame w/bed.Is the whole truck repainted,just the bed,or none?If none,maybe the guy found a matching 8` bed. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 05-31-2008 at 01:57 PM.

05-31-2008, 02:09 PM	#16
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 It syas 3500, I beleive the whole thing was repainted because of a few overspray in some areas. What is the difference between 1 and 3/4 tons? Is there another way to tell the difference between 127" and 133" other than measuring of coarse?

05-31-2008, 02:53 PM	#17
ksjh1316 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,599	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 There is one other place there might be a vin and that is on a sticker on your drivers door. Most of these are gone by now but you never know mine was still there.



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05-31-2008, 02:54 PM	#18
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Thanks, I'll check on that.

05-31-2008, 03:39 PM	#19
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 I'm going with the SPID is correct for the truck, then they set it on a long wheelbase frame, then they had some sort of title problem, so they switched out the VIN plate on the door jamb so they could get a clean title. Maybe the truck was originally wrecked, so they changed the frame out, then they didn't want a salvage title so they changed out the VIN plate on the door jamb. That is just one theory, nice truck though. Shawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

05-31-2008, 05:00 PM	#20
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Thanks, that could be a possibility. It needs a CSI treatment or something.

05-31-2008, 10:07 PM	#21
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 have you had it inspected for the title work yet? You may have some issues since none of the VINS match, and the VIN plate has the wrong rivits on it. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 05-31-2008 at 10:07 PM.

05-31-2008, 10:49 PM	#22
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Yeah I got that taken care of. Some old lady just came out and matched the door frame VIN with the one on the title and filled out a piece of paper which cost me $3.50. Next I have to have the title switch from Indiana to Ohio, but the great state of Ohio is trying to hose me with Ohio state taxes which is a joke. Bought it from a private seller that owns a body shop, but all the BMV associates are convinced its a dealership regardless of what I say.

05-31-2008, 10:53 PM	#23
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 you have to pay taxes on any vehicle you buy regardless of whom the seller is. You got lucky, but screwed at the same time. The lady wasn't supposed to charge you to do that. In the last 7 years, i have titled 5 out of state vehicles here in ohio, and never had to pay to have it inspected. however... she was supposed to stop you with those way wrong rivits. I guess it was worth the 3.50 then huh?

05-31-2008, 11:04 PM	#24
Darkblu Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 26	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Yup, she was about to look for the one in the glove box, but I caught her and showed her the one in the door frame. She didn't seem to like her job really. I will work it out and have it on the road in a week.

06-01-2008, 12:32 AM	#25
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: VIN/What do I have pt2 Something I am seeing on your truck... The black wheels just look funny to me. (I know, it's MY problem! ) Imagine them painted white... it'll match the trim on your rig, and only cost a few hrs labor for a quickie, and $10 in wall mart paint. Something to think about anyways. It's still 10 times nicer than my pile.

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