Disc Brake decal on tailgate - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Ron · 04-27-2002, 10:53 PM

I believe these decals were on 1971 trucks. I put power disc brakes on my 69 and I would like to put the decal on. Could one of you gents tell me exactly where it is suppose to go? Like how far from the top edge of the decal to the top of the tailgate and also how far from the right edge of the decal to the right edge of the tailgate. Thanks

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'67 LWB frame up resto
'69 SWB
'72 2X4 Blazer
'72 Scout II, GM 350 powered

*Gee_Emm* · 04-28-2002, 08:25 AM

Check on ebay, I saw a tailgate that had one on there a couple days back. Also look through the pages of previous posts, this was a topic a week or so ago.

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Mike C · 04-28-2002, 09:02 AM

They did come on '71. I'm sure any of the vendors here can get you one for a few bucks. eBay is a waste of time for inexpensive common items like that IMO.

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70 GMC 3/4 ton Sierra Grande 402/TH400
72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's
64 Corvette Coupe
68 Camaro 'vert TPI & TH700
69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110
72 Datsun 240Z-ol' reliable

*Gee_Emm* · 04-28-2002, 09:11 AM

I was suggesting ebay for a picture of one installed on a tailgate. I have never seen any decals for these trucks on ebay.

Ron · 04-28-2002, 01:37 PM

I already have the decal, I just need to know where it goes. Thanks

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'67 LWB frame up resto
'69 SWB
'72 2X4 Blazer
'72 Scout II, GM 350 powered

**chevy71super** · 04-28-2002, 02:26 PM

I believe the consensus the last time this was discussed was 1/2 inch from the left edge of the tailgate, 2 inches from the top.

The Blue Pig · 04-28-2002, 05:33 PM

Hey Ron, how do the new brakes work for you? How long did it take you to do the conversion? What kind of truck do you drive, and what was the donor truck? Did you just use the brakes or the whole front crossmember? Sorry about sounding like a 5 year old, but that is what I would like to do with my 70, and I am hunting for info on the conversion.

**Joesjunk** · 04-28-2002, 05:35 PM

Here is an original paint tailgate with the original sticker. I hope this will help.

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1972 3/4T 402/auto 60k original miles, original paint
1971 1/2t 4x4 frame restored, original paint body put back on it
1968 1ton dually CST 52k original mile, restored
1972 1ton dually cheyenne flatbed, scrap hauler
1972 blazer,rust free, original paint, next project
72 2wd blazer for the above rust free body
1972 3/4t 4x4 GMC, For sale
1968 1/2t 4x4, For sale
72 2wd jimmy, for sale
1969 camaro ss396 4-speed, restored stock
Other67-72 parts trucks
Lots of parts for sale
2002 GMC 2500HD crew cab 4x4 diesel, I have to have something to drive to work everyday

Independence, MO

Ron · 04-28-2002, 06:47 PM

Thanks for the picture, for some reason I thought it was on the right side. I can get it pretty close by looking at the picture but if its not too much hassel could you give me the measurment? Thanks much, I'm nearly done with this 10 year restoration.

As for the guy asking about the Disc conversion. I have done it both ways, the complete front end and the spindels out. I have three trucks, a 67 and two 69's they are all converted. Getting the complete front end is the best way to go, easyier and faster. When you do the spindles outward you have to address the ball joints but they may be worn out anyway. It helps to get the brake lines also as the are the biggest pain to figure out. I have gotten new brake lines from Fine Line and they worked great. Make sure to get the booster and the p valve also. My braking performance has been enhanced and now I can install those killer Torq-thrust D's and show off my drilled power disc rotors. Good luck

Hooter · 04-28-2002, 07:12 PM

do u think the factory ever used measurements to put the sticker on?
chances are no so just stick it on where it looks right

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70 monte carlo
73 chevelle 4 door
deluxe"kermit": no carpet(rubber floor) no floor, no trunk still drives
74 cheyenne super 20 454
77 fully loaded silverado
that my Grandpa gave me
1980 BMW 320i(at least it isnt Japanese)
1984 Buick skyyhwak that i won
1972 Honda ct 90 trailbike

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*Gee_Emm* · 04-28-2002, 07:41 PM

Hmm now that you mention that maybe they have the placement measurements in the factory assembly manual, I think I have seen the placement measurements for other decal in there. I will check later

**Joesjunk** · 04-28-2002, 11:04 PM

Looks like it is about 1 1/2" down and 2 1/4" from the left. I have seen these things put in all sorts of different places. I mean they are all on the left, but some are higher and some are over more??? I think they were put where ever the guy on the line wanted it that day. I know how that goes, I work on the assembley line at General motors!! Good luck with your truck, Joe

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1972 3/4T 402/auto 60k original miles, original paint
1971 1/2t 4x4 frame restored, original paint body put back on it
1968 1ton dually CST 52k original mile, restored
1972 1ton dually cheyenne flatbed, scrap hauler
1972 blazer,rust free, original paint, next project
72 2wd blazer for the above rust free body
1972 3/4t 4x4 GMC, For sale
1968 1/2t 4x4, For sale
72 2wd jimmy, for sale
1969 camaro ss396 4-speed, restored stock
Other67-72 parts trucks
Lots of parts for sale
2002 GMC 2500HD crew cab 4x4 diesel, I have to have something to drive to work everyday

Independence, MO

Blue_71 · 04-28-2002, 11:07 PM

mines like 1/2 inch form top and 1/2 inch from left side

Ron · 04-28-2002, 11:22 PM

Thanks for your help, you have helped me complete a 69 SWB. When I can figure out how to post a picture I'll send you all a shot of this cool truck.

**Joesjunk** · 04-29-2002, 10:55 AM

Ron, send me your pic and I will post it here for you.

**KevsClassics** · 05-07-2009, 01:20 AM

Where's the pic?

CG · 05-07-2009, 02:13 AM

You must really be bored digging up all these ancient threads

clos69 · 05-07-2009, 07:30 AM

Sorry it took me seven years to post the pic!

Jim_PA · 05-07-2009, 07:34 AM

I've had my finger on F5 with this page open for 7 years waiting for the picture.

And wow, was it ever worth the wait!

**WIDESIDE72** · 05-07-2009, 04:48 PM

I have a GMC fleetside tailgate w/ original paint and decal. I will take a pic, dims and post ASAP

Tx Firefighter · 05-07-2009, 05:03 PM

We should coin a new phrase, "necroposting" meaning bringing back a long dead post.

By the way, the location dimensions for the decal are in the factory assembly manual.

**CS1972** · 10-02-2019, 04:19 PM

After searching through many threads this one seemed the best to post in vs starting another thread.

From what I understand it seems that 1971 is the only time the "DISC BRAKES" decal would be applied on the tailgate. It is on my 1972 and the truck has been painted, so obviously the decal is not original, but it made me wonder why someone would apply something that was not there originally, unless of course they just liked the decal and/or thought it should be there. So my question is: Are there any documented 1972's (pictures when new and/or with original paint) out there that had the decal applied on a 1972?

Killer Bee · 10-02-2019, 04:34 PM

when I drove the ochre 71 longhorn into town back in July, Joesjunk noticed there were two of those stickers on it, one on each side..

it was noteworthy to him and he took some pictures.. and pictures of woodgrain something inside that was noteworthy but forget what the heck it was..

BigBird05 · 10-02-2019, 09:15 PM

The guy at the factory would have had a gauge block. You just set the block in place and line up the sticker. If he was using it that day.

Lanman1972 · 10-03-2019, 07:41 AM

I know this is a resurrected thread but I have these from my '71 Cheyenne project.

04-27-2002, 10:53 PM	#1
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	Disc Brake decal on tailgate I believe these decals were on 1971 trucks. I put power disc brakes on my 69 and I would like to put the decal on. Could one of you gents tell me exactly where it is suppose to go? Like how far from the top edge of the decal to the top of the tailgate and also how far from the right edge of the decal to the right edge of the tailgate. Thanks ------------------ '67 LWB frame up resto '69 SWB '72 2X4 Blazer '72 Scout II, GM 350 powered __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

04-28-2002, 09:02 AM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	They did come on '71. I'm sure any of the vendors here can get you one for a few bucks. eBay is a waste of time for inexpensive common items like that IMO. ------------------ 70 GMC 3/4 ton Sierra Grande 402/TH400 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert TPI & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 72 Datsun 240Z-ol' reliable __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

04-28-2002, 01:37 PM	#5
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	I already have the decal, I just need to know where it goes. Thanks ------------------ '67 LWB frame up resto '69 SWB '72 2X4 Blazer '72 Scout II, GM 350 powered __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

04-28-2002, 02:26 PM	#6
chevy71super Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: So Cal Posts: 658	I believe the consensus the last time this was discussed was 1/2 inch from the left edge of the tailgate, 2 inches from the top. __________________ 71 Cheyenne Super 4X4 SB 72 Cheyenne Super 4X4 SB 72 Cheyenne 4X4 SB

04-28-2002, 05:33 PM	#7
The Blue Pig Thread Wizard Since 2002 Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 102	Hey Ron, how do the new brakes work for you? How long did it take you to do the conversion? What kind of truck do you drive, and what was the donor truck? Did you just use the brakes or the whole front crossmember? Sorry about sounding like a 5 year old, but that is what I would like to do with my 70, and I am hunting for info on the conversion. __________________ --70 C-10 Longbed --71 C-10 Longbed --72 K-20 Longbed --74 C-10 Shortbed --86 Toyota Tercel (His Driver) --05 Chevy Trailblazer (Her Driver)

04-28-2002, 08:25 AM	#2
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	Check on ebay, I saw a tailgate that had one on there a couple days back. Also look through the pages of previous posts, this was a topic a week or so ago. ------------------ 1969 Chevrolet Custom Camper 20 350/400 70k original miles, 99% rust free, Never winter driven They have the Internet on Computers now? --Homer Simpson Gee_Emm's Page Vote for my truck to be on the label of a bottle of Jones Soda!!!

04-28-2002, 09:11 AM	#4
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	I was suggesting ebay for a picture of one installed on a tailgate. I have never seen any decals for these trucks on ebay.

04-28-2002, 05:35 PM	#8
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,709	Here is an original paint tailgate with the original sticker. I hope this will help. ------------------ 1972 3/4T 402/auto 60k original miles, original paint 1971 1/2t 4x4 frame restored, original paint body put back on it 1968 1ton dually CST 52k original mile, restored 1972 1ton dually cheyenne flatbed, scrap hauler 1972 blazer,rust free, original paint, next project 72 2wd blazer for the above rust free body 1972 3/4t 4x4 GMC, For sale 1968 1/2t 4x4, For sale 72 2wd jimmy, for sale 1969 camaro ss396 4-speed, restored stock Other67-72 parts trucks Lots of parts for sale 2002 GMC 2500HD crew cab 4x4 diesel, I have to have something to drive to work everyday Independence, MO __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

04-28-2002, 06:47 PM	#9
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	Thanks for the picture, for some reason I thought it was on the right side. I can get it pretty close by looking at the picture but if its not too much hassel could you give me the measurment? Thanks much, I'm nearly done with this 10 year restoration. As for the guy asking about the Disc conversion. I have done it both ways, the complete front end and the spindels out. I have three trucks, a 67 and two 69's they are all converted. Getting the complete front end is the best way to go, easyier and faster. When you do the spindles outward you have to address the ball joints but they may be worn out anyway. It helps to get the brake lines also as the are the biggest pain to figure out. I have gotten new brake lines from Fine Line and they worked great. Make sure to get the booster and the p valve also. My braking performance has been enhanced and now I can install those killer Torq-thrust D's and show off my drilled power disc rotors. Good luck __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

04-28-2002, 07:12 PM	#10
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	do u think the factory ever used measurements to put the sticker on? chances are no so just stick it on where it looks right ------------------ 69 custom camper/cst 10 70 monte carlo 73 chevelle 4 door deluxe"kermit": no carpet(rubber floor) no floor, no trunk still drives 74 cheyenne super 20 454 77 fully loaded silverado that my Grandpa gave me 1980 BMW 320i(at least it isnt Japanese) 1984 Buick skyyhwak that i won 1972 Honda ct 90 trailbike Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Aye!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com AC/DC RULES!!! www.castlegar.com __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

04-28-2002, 07:41 PM	#11
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	Hmm now that you mention that maybe they have the placement measurements in the factory assembly manual, I think I have seen the placement measurements for other decal in there. I will check later

04-28-2002, 11:04 PM	#12
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,709	Looks like it is about 1 1/2" down and 2 1/4" from the left. I have seen these things put in all sorts of different places. I mean they are all on the left, but some are higher and some are over more??? I think they were put where ever the guy on the line wanted it that day. I know how that goes, I work on the assembley line at General motors!! Good luck with your truck, Joe ------------------ 1972 3/4T 402/auto 60k original miles, original paint 1971 1/2t 4x4 frame restored, original paint body put back on it 1968 1ton dually CST 52k original mile, restored 1972 1ton dually cheyenne flatbed, scrap hauler 1972 blazer,rust free, original paint, next project 72 2wd blazer for the above rust free body 1972 3/4t 4x4 GMC, For sale 1968 1/2t 4x4, For sale 72 2wd jimmy, for sale 1969 camaro ss396 4-speed, restored stock Other67-72 parts trucks Lots of parts for sale 2002 GMC 2500HD crew cab 4x4 diesel, I have to have something to drive to work everyday Independence, MO __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

04-28-2002, 11:22 PM	#14
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	Thanks for your help, you have helped me complete a 69 SWB. When I can figure out how to post a picture I'll send you all a shot of this cool truck. __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

04-29-2002, 10:55 AM	#15
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,709	Ron, send me your pic and I will post it here for you. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

05-07-2009, 01:20 AM	#16
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05-07-2009, 02:13 AM	#17
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate You must really be bored digging up all these ancient threads __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-07-2009, 07:30 AM	#18
clos69 Its Topless Season!!!! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: fort worth, tx Posts: 1,657	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate Sorry it took me seven years to post the pic! __________________ -Carlos- The of America *1967 SWB Custom C-10* *(Celeste)* Join the *Patina Club*

05-07-2009, 07:34 AM	#19
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate I've had my finger on F5 with this page open for 7 years waiting for the picture. And wow, was it ever worth the wait! Last edited by Jim_PA; 05-07-2009 at 07:34 AM.

05-07-2009, 04:48 PM	#20
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate I have a GMC fleetside tailgate w/ original paint and decal. I will take a pic, dims and post ASAP

05-07-2009, 05:03 PM	#21
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate We should coin a new phrase, "necroposting" meaning bringing back a long dead post. By the way, the location dimensions for the decal are in the factory assembly manual. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

10-02-2019, 04:19 PM	#22
CS1972 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 449	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate After searching through many threads this one seemed the best to post in vs starting another thread. From what I understand it seems that 1971 is the only time the "DISC BRAKES" decal would be applied on the tailgate. It is on my 1972 and the truck has been painted, so obviously the decal is not original, but it made me wonder why someone would apply something that was not there originally, unless of course they just liked the decal and/or thought it should be there. So my question is: Are there any documented 1972's (pictures when new and/or with original paint) out there that had the decal applied on a 1972? Attached Images __________________ Ron 1972 Cheyenne Super 1/2 ton LWB 4x4 - Grapefruit Yellow / White

10-02-2019, 04:34 PM	#23
Killer Bee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Barber City, CA Posts: 4,816	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate when I drove the ochre 71 longhorn into town back in July, Joesjunk noticed there were two of those stickers on it, one on each side.. it was noteworthy to him and he took some pictures.. and pictures of woodgrain something inside that was noteworthy but forget what the heck it was.. __________________ *I started out with nothing - and I still have most of it*

10-02-2019, 09:15 PM	#24
BigBird05 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,300	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate The guy at the factory would have had a gauge block. You just set the block in place and line up the sticker. If he was using it that day.

10-03-2019, 07:41 AM	#25
Lanman1972 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Omaha NE Posts: 620	Re: Disc Brake decal on tailgate I know this is a resurrected thread but I have these from my '71 Cheyenne project. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom Deluxe LWB, 402/400, PS, PB, A/C, Highlander, Hugger / White 1971 C10 Cheyenne LWB (SWB), 350/350, PS, PB, A/C, Dark Olive / White.

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