Trucks Are Beautiful - Page 60 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

C10 - C90 Bill · 01-07-2021, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob B.

Yes, 'D' is diesel, 'W' is tandem rear axles, 'A' is air brakes, but that is only used if the air brakes were not standard on that particular model.

That would add to the proof as not all 5000's had Air Brakes.

Good info, thanks.

83GMCK2500 · 01-07-2021, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by C10 - C90 Bill

With that Front Bumper on there, it looks like a 6500 to me. But there again, it looks like the hood has a Toro-Flow emblem on it, which would probably mean a 5000. Either way, it's either a '64 or a '65. Strange no Cab Lights, but even though most trucks like that had them, it was still probably an option you needed to put in for. Also, now that I think about it and without looking it up, I believe the "D" in DWA stands for "Diesel".

Also notice the "45,000" on the dump bed. It probably has 11 Fronts and 34 Rears.

Any idea when did FMVSS start mandating cab lights on vehicles over a certain height or a width? I'm pretty surprised that that era truck does not have them.

factorystock · 01-09-2021, 12:08 PM

One of my favorite Dodge photos. Makes you wonder why the other manufactures didn't keep the old cab styling a little longer.

C10 - C90 Bill · 01-09-2021, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 83GMCK2500

Any idea when did FMVSS start mandating cab lights on vehicles over a certain height or a width? I'm pretty surprised that that era truck does not have them.

Since no one has answered yet, I'm going to say by or somewhat before 1972. But maybe someone will jump in with the exact year it was implemented.

**special-K** · 01-10-2021, 10:29 AM

I don't know exactly either, but I believe '68 may have been first year. Many automobile safety standards went into place in '68, including side marker which were also required at least on light trucks as well. '69 was the first year light trucks had clearance (cab) markers designed into the truck, not just an add-on. I think all dual rear 1t trucks left dealerships with the clearance lamps mounted. Since only 1t light trucks can be registered over 10,000# I assume that requirement was for all commercial trucks.

I'm going back to big Fords for this post

**special-K** · 01-17-2021, 08:46 AM

Nudder a bit newer

yuccales · 01-22-2021, 09:17 PM

Not sure where to put these poor pictures, here they are. Good looking Autocar seen in Grass Valley this afternoon. Quite a ways from home.

**special-K** · 01-23-2021, 11:16 AM

This is the place! Such a classic Autocar. One of my favorite trucks. They seem best as heavy hauler/construction use. Great long history, too. That is a long haul, especially for a rental! Must be a relocated truck. Was it working? I'd guess it's a collector truck.

Yep, just noticed the "Not For Hire" on the door

**HO455** · 01-23-2021, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Nudder a bit newer

I'd say this one did not have marker/clearance lights.

yuccales · 01-23-2021, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Was it working?

I think it's a working rig. All decked out with chains and binders. Fifth wheel was greasy, the drives were all muddy. Not a "show truck" for sure. The driver was definitely a working fellow...his shirt & pants showed it. Would have liked to talk to him. Long trip to make in a day cab!

**davischevy** · 01-24-2021, 05:38 PM

I didn't realize Autocar was independent again.

https://www.autocartruck.com/dc/

sweetk30 · 01-30-2021, 05:38 PM

friend of mine dropped off a sd card with some SUPER trucker porn on it for me to share with you guys .

cortland ny below syracuse years ago . he is related to a guy who was BIG in brockway trucks .

enjoy . i will post a few up here and there so we can spread the love .

C10 - C90 Bill · 01-31-2021, 01:05 AM

Another cool thing about Brockways is that many were Detroit powered.

**special-K** · 02-02-2021, 09:27 AM

Yep, many of them it seems

KQQL IT · 02-13-2021, 04:55 PM

Highest point on I-5

**special-K** · 02-14-2021, 09:03 AM

Great picture

Here's a real hiway king

jimbosprint · 02-14-2021, 01:41 PM

I helped a friend move his '52 GMC cabover out of his driveway yesterday (beer reward for helping). I officially have more time in the driver seat than he does. Cool old rig.

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**special-K** · 02-14-2021, 09:04 PM

Neat old truck

GM72K10 · 03-23-2021, 05:40 AM

GMC "B" model, 1960 https://www.bigiron.com/Lots/1960GMC...ruckINOPERABLE

C10 - C90 Bill · 03-23-2021, 08:49 AM

Has a 351 V-6. Pretty heavy GVW for a 4000 model, 22,000.

**VictoriaHardware** · 03-23-2021, 08:09 PM

1960 GMC 4000 Manure Truck (INOPERABLE), 167,643 Miles Showing

I don't think I'll be bidding on this one

Pick121 · 03-25-2021, 10:15 PM

Saw this big guy on the road today in Pleasanton, CA barely had time to snap a photo.
Door logo says Fastlane Relics/Hotrod Garage

KQQL IT · 03-26-2021, 12:14 PM

Mmm beef bus

**NewBayColony** · 03-28-2021, 06:09 PM

Ford Turbine from 1964. Brief story behind it: Name: Ford Turbine.jpg
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factorystock · 04-04-2021, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by NewBayColony

Ford Turbine from 1964. Brief story behind it:

The turbine turned out to be a dud, many manufactures tried it in the 50's 60's 70's. Could not beat the " cost per mile". However, the design of present big rigs is getting closer and closer to this experimental. Notice the super large single tires, super large cab and sleeper areas and super large glass, not to mention the wing faring between front and rear axles. No wonder I'm not interested in present big rigs. Notice the " gear and lightning bolt" emblem on the front end, a signature Ford truck traditional emblem from the 50's thru 60's.

01-09-2021, 12:08 PM	#1478
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,396	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful One of my favorite Dodge photos. Makes you wonder why the other manufactures didn't keep the old cab styling a little longer. Attached Images

01-10-2021, 10:29 AM	#1480
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful I don't know exactly either, but I believe '68 may have been first year. Many automobile safety standards went into place in '68, including side marker which were also required at least on light trucks as well. '69 was the first year light trucks had clearance (cab) markers designed into the truck, not just an add-on. I think all dual rear 1t trucks left dealerships with the clearance lamps mounted. Since only 1t light trucks can be registered over 10,000# I assume that requirement was for all commercial trucks. I'm going back to big Fords for this post Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

01-17-2021, 08:46 AM	#1481
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Nudder a bit newer Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

01-22-2021, 09:17 PM	#1482
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,776	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Not sure where to put these poor pictures, here they are. Good looking Autocar seen in Grass Valley this afternoon. Quite a ways from home. Attached Images

01-23-2021, 11:16 AM	#1483
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful This is the place! Such a classic Autocar. One of my favorite trucks. They seem best as heavy hauler/construction use. Great long history, too. That is a long haul, especially for a rental! Must be a relocated truck. Was it working? I'd guess it's a collector truck. Yep, just noticed the "Not For Hire" on the door __________________ "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 ~

01-24-2021, 05:38 PM	#1486
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,863	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful I didn't realize Autocar was independent again. https://www.autocartruck.com/dc/ __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

01-30-2021, 05:38 PM	#1487
sweetk30 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: horseheads,ny rust belt Posts: 2,794	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful friend of mine dropped off a sd card with some SUPER trucker porn on it for me to share with you guys . cortland ny below syracuse years ago . he is related to a guy who was BIG in brockway trucks . enjoy . i will post a few up here and there so we can spread the love . Attached Images __________________ 77-k30lb BIG truck build . 87-k30lb budget beater build . 85-k30lb the plow machine build . 85-c10sb summer fun toy . ----------------------------- HOLLEY SNIPER efi = worst case of p.i.t.a i ever had . EDELBROCK pro flo 4 = best deal going so far . love my setup works great.

01-31-2021, 01:05 AM	#1488
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,088	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Another cool thing about Brockways is that many were Detroit powered. __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan

02-02-2021, 09:27 AM	#1489
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Yep, many of them it seems Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

02-13-2021, 04:55 PM	#1490
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,259	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Highest point on I-5 Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

02-14-2021, 09:03 AM	#1491
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Great picture Here's a real hiway king Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

02-14-2021, 01:41 PM	#1492
jimbosprint Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chico, California Posts: 951	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful I helped a friend move his '52 GMC cabover out of his driveway yesterday (beer reward for helping). I officially have more time in the driver seat than he does. Cool old rig. __________________ '72 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne '72 Chevrolet C20 Deluxe (sold)

02-14-2021, 09:04 PM	#1493
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Neat old truck __________________ "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 ~

03-23-2021, 05:40 AM	#1494
GM72K10 Next! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Eastern Pa. Posts: 2,483	Re: 67-72 C/K/T-40's-90's! GMC "B" model, 1960 https://www.bigiron.com/Lots/1960GMC...ruckINOPERABLE Attached Images __________________ 86 K30 CUCV M1028A1 86 K30 CUCV M1028a2 dually 86 K30 C&C 6.2 4:56s, 4M, 11,000 gvw, ex fire truck, now lowboy dump More square bodies and CUCVs than I care to admit to 2020 Silverado K3500HD Work truck

03-23-2021, 08:49 AM	#1495
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,088	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Has a 351 V-6. Pretty heavy GVW for a 4000 model, 22,000. __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan



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03-23-2021, 08:09 PM	#1496
VictoriaHardware Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Southeast Michigan Posts: 792	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful 1960 GMC 4000 Manure Truck* (INOPERABLE), 167,643 Miles Showing* I don't think I'll be bidding on this one

03-25-2021, 10:15 PM	#1497
Pick121 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Tahoe City, CA Posts: 166	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Saw this big guy on the road today in Pleasanton, CA barely had time to snap a photo. Door logo says Fastlane Relics/Hotrod Garage Attached Images __________________ -Pickman (Mike) 1964 C10 Fleetside LWB “George” 1963 C50 “Green Machine” 2019 Silverado 2500HD My story (Welcome Page)

03-26-2021, 12:14 PM	#1498
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,259	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Mmm beef bus Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

03-28-2021, 06:09 PM	#1499
NewBayColony Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Northbridge,MA Posts: 494	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Ford Turbine from 1964. Brief story behind it: https://www.powernationtv.com/post/t...2%80%8BTurbine __________________ 72 C20 292 3OTT 77 GMC 2500 4x4 Longstepper 350 4sp 50 3100 ex Airforce/Town of Mendon fire truck 72 GMC 1500 2wd short stepside 250 4sp 78 GMC 2500 4x Longstepper 292 4sp 54 6400 Chevy 5 window 4 sp 2sp vac rear end Shell oil truck/dump truck (Norman)

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