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72 longhorn BB · 11-07-2005, 03:12 PM

Howdy, i am lookin at the option sticker and I got a few special promotion packages and equipmant groups with sales codes next to them.

I acn decode the VIN, but not the sales codes.

Is there a site with this information?

Thanks

phlegm · 11-07-2005, 03:17 PM

You can check the FAQ section, I think there were some posted there for a couple of years of the trucks.

72 longhorn BB · 11-07-2005, 04:07 PM

I have tried to use the FAQ, but I did not find what you were talking about. I think I am having a "thick" moment here, but searching the FAQ yielded nothing about option codes or seles codes, just stuff about board setup, avatars, etc.

I dont see tech articles at all. Am I looking in the wring place?

**pjmoreland** · 11-07-2005, 04:40 PM

Here are the options for 1970:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=169955

What are the codes that you have?

Bill72BB · 11-07-2005, 08:49 PM

Chuck ; are you looking for the option code's ? if so I have the 72 restoration guide and it has most of them , but won't show Dealer special promotions .

PanelDeland · 11-07-2005, 09:25 PM

The Red Book available from motorbooks.com has the option codes for most things in it and is handy sized (it fits a large pocket)so you can carry it to the wrecking yard or to look at a truck so you can determine how rare some of the options are.Just remember not to buy from the guy that has the "RARE" three door option suburban.

**Joesjunk** · 11-07-2005, 10:52 PM

Sounds like you have a "Highlander" optioned truck. Is it a Custom Deluxe? Here is the info,

roger0080 · 11-08-2005, 12:00 AM

Why don't you post it or list it here?

72 longhorn BB · 11-08-2005, 12:49 PM

Okay, here is what I am trying to do.

The third from the bottom on the left side describes a optin package and I do not know what that consists of.

I am trying to figure out what kind of rear axle I have and since i have seen so many other option stickers with that info. on them, I figured it must be buried in one of the option or special equipmet packages.

Here is a picture of my axle. Perhaps that will help i.d. it too.

What do you guys think......Oh and thanks for all the replies so far.

**Joesjunk** · 11-08-2005, 03:21 PM

What you have is a Highlander optioned truck. Highlander optioned trucks were late 72 model year only. They were a "special promotion" to help sell trucks. You have the package "C". Look at the picture about the option packages and it will tell you what it came with.
Your rear axle is a Dana 60 and the gear ratio should be a 3:54 ratio, it was standard behind a Big block unless a different ratio was ordered (your option sheet does not list an optional gear ratio).

I hope this helps you on your truck.

**Joesjunk** · 11-08-2005, 03:22 PM

I forgot to say, Cool truck!! Lets see some pics of the whole thing!!

roger0080 · 11-08-2005, 05:59 PM

Yup, just like Joesjunk says and in his picture only yours is plaid green. Other than that just normal RPO options...

Looks like a Camper Special also .. .

I agree, you should post more pictures of the whole truck! Looks great!

72 longhorn BB · 11-09-2005, 08:04 AM

Thanks for the good info. on my D60/3.54 guys.

I have heard that the D60 comes with "factory trac lock", but I am not sure it came on all versions, especially this one, and I am trying to find out.

Yes, My rig is a 72 with highlander seats, but it has been OOC for nearly 4 years, and I am just getting her back to gether and ready to turn the key.

Last thing I did before putting it in storage was run the new eng/trans on a stand and tune the carb before fogging the Bjesus out of it. Meanwhile I gace the crank a quarter turn every 9 months. sure hope it isn't froze up.

Here is a recent engine shot.

I can probebly get some body shots later this week.

thanks.

86swb · 11-09-2005, 08:47 AM

Are these trucks rare? Anybody know how many were made? I have never seen one myself.

72 longhorn BB · 11-09-2005, 03:14 PM

Here you go, a few old pics from the year I got it.

Looks pretty much same except for coats of shop dust.

Workin on it though.

**Yukon Jack** · 11-09-2005, 03:48 PM

I wouldn't expect your engine to be locked up - sounds like you took good preventative measures.

Beautiful truck btw.

roger0080 · 11-09-2005, 08:33 PM

Thanks for the pictures. Looks great.

What kind of shinney exhaust manifold do you have on there?

**Joesjunk** · 11-09-2005, 09:06 PM

Looks like a nice truck. I have never seen a "locker" in a rear end unless it was listed as an option.

72 longhorn BB · 11-10-2005, 11:10 AM

The manifold is painted with high temp silver paint - The can said it was good for exh. manifolds, but I already found some flaking areas. I would't do it again - I think I may shot peen it next, but I am also hearing about ceramic coatings.

I got a friend who has a kiln, and I am wondering if it is painted with ceramic glaze then fired in a kiln, wouldn't that make it heat resistant from then on?

Cast iron takes about 4500 degrees to melt and ceramic glaze melts at 2300 degrees. I don't even think a hot manifoild gets near that, but I could be wrong - I just dont know.

Does anybody here know?

11-07-2005, 03:12 PM	#1
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	SALES code decoder Howdy, i am lookin at the option sticker and I got a few special promotion packages and equipmant groups with sales codes next to them. I acn decode the VIN, but not the sales codes. Is there a site with this information? Thanks __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

11-07-2005, 03:17 PM	#2
phlegm Still Green but learning Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central NC Posts: 1,895	Re: SALES code decoder You can check the FAQ section, I think there were some posted there for a couple of years of the trucks. __________________ -- Cory 71 Cheyenne 10 - SWB, 350, "3 on the tree" AC cab 07 Suburban LTZ 4x4 2010 Acura TL 98 Mastercraft "FrankenStar" 225 27253 UPS/USPS IIOY....nope never was

11-07-2005, 04:07 PM	#3
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: SALES code decoder I have tried to use the FAQ, but I did not find what you were talking about. I think I am having a "thick" moment here, but searching the FAQ yielded nothing about option codes or seles codes, just stuff about board setup, avatars, etc. I dont see tech articles at all. Am I looking in the wring place? __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

11-07-2005, 04:40 PM	#4
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,643	Re: SALES code decoder Here are the options for 1970: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=169955 What are the codes that you have?

11-07-2005, 08:49 PM	#5
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	Re: SALES code decoder Chuck ; are you looking for the option code's ? if so I have the 72 restoration guide and it has most of them , but won't show Dealer special promotions . __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

11-07-2005, 09:25 PM	#6
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: SALES code decoder The Red Book available from motorbooks.com has the option codes for most things in it and is handy sized (it fits a large pocket)so you can carry it to the wrecking yard or to look at a truck so you can determine how rare some of the options are.Just remember not to buy from the guy that has the "RARE" three door option suburban. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-07-2005, 10:52 PM	#7
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,698	Re: SALES code decoder Sounds like you have a "Highlander" optioned truck. Is it a Custom Deluxe? Here is the info, Attached Images __________________ 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

11-08-2005, 12:00 AM	#8
roger0080 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Carver County, Minnesota, USA Posts: 626	Re: SALES code decoder Why don't you post it or list it here? __________________ 72 Chev C-10 90% restored (former AZ truck) ... 71 Chev K-20 Cheyenne my vacation crusier... 72 Chev C-10 Now retired and striped after many faithful miles... 72 GMC 1500 Retired to the junk yard after bought new in '71...

11-08-2005, 12:49 PM	#9
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: SALES code decoder Okay, here is what I am trying to do. The third from the bottom on the left side describes a optin package and I do not know what that consists of. I am trying to figure out what kind of rear axle I have and since i have seen so many other option stickers with that info. on them, I figured it must be buried in one of the option or special equipmet packages. Here is a picture of my axle. Perhaps that will help i.d. it too. What do you guys think......Oh and thanks for all the replies so far. __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are" Last edited by 72 longhorn BB; 11-08-2005 at 12:50 PM.

11-08-2005, 03:21 PM	#10
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,698	Re: SALES code decoder What you have is a Highlander optioned truck. Highlander optioned trucks were late 72 model year only. They were a "special promotion" to help sell trucks. You have the package "C". Look at the picture about the option packages and it will tell you what it came with. Your rear axle is a Dana 60 and the gear ratio should be a 3:54 ratio, it was standard behind a Big block unless a different ratio was ordered (your option sheet does not list an optional gear ratio). I hope this helps you on your truck. __________________ 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

11-08-2005, 03:22 PM	#11
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,698	Re: SALES code decoder I forgot to say, Cool truck!! Lets see some pics of the whole thing!! __________________ 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

11-08-2005, 05:59 PM	#12
roger0080 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Carver County, Minnesota, USA Posts: 626	Re: SALES code decoder Yup, just like Joesjunk says and in his picture only yours is plaid green. Other than that just normal RPO options... Looks like a Camper Special also .. . I agree, you should post more pictures of the whole truck! Looks great! __________________ 72 Chev C-10 90% restored (former AZ truck) ... 71 Chev K-20 Cheyenne my vacation crusier... 72 Chev C-10 Now retired and striped after many faithful miles... 72 GMC 1500 Retired to the junk yard after bought new in '71...

11-09-2005, 08:04 AM	#13
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: SALES code decoder Thanks for the good info. on my D60/3.54 guys. I have heard that the D60 comes with "factory trac lock", but I am not sure it came on all versions, especially this one, and I am trying to find out. Yes, My rig is a 72 with highlander seats, but it has been OOC for nearly 4 years, and I am just getting her back to gether and ready to turn the key. Last thing I did before putting it in storage was run the new eng/trans on a stand and tune the carb before fogging the Bjesus out of it. Meanwhile I gace the crank a quarter turn every 9 months. sure hope it isn't froze up. Here is a recent engine shot. I can probebly get some body shots later this week. thanks. __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

11-09-2005, 08:47 AM	#14
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: SALES code decoder Are these trucks rare? Anybody know how many were made? I have never seen one myself. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

11-09-2005, 03:14 PM	#15
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: SALES code decoder Here you go, a few old pics from the year I got it. Looks pretty much same except for coats of shop dust. Workin on it though. __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"



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11-09-2005, 03:48 PM	#16
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: SALES code decoder I wouldn't expect your engine to be locked up - sounds like you took good preventative measures. Beautiful truck btw. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

11-09-2005, 08:33 PM	#17
roger0080 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Carver County, Minnesota, USA Posts: 626	Re: SALES code decoder Thanks for the pictures. Looks great. What kind of shinney exhaust manifold do you have on there? __________________ 72 Chev C-10 90% restored (former AZ truck) ... 71 Chev K-20 Cheyenne my vacation crusier... 72 Chev C-10 Now retired and striped after many faithful miles... 72 GMC 1500 Retired to the junk yard after bought new in '71...

11-09-2005, 09:06 PM	#18
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,698	Re: SALES code decoder Looks like a nice truck. I have never seen a "locker" in a rear end unless it was listed as an option. __________________ 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

11-10-2005, 11:10 AM	#19
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: SALES code decoder The manifold is painted with high temp silver paint - The can said it was good for exh. manifolds, but I already found some flaking areas. I would't do it again - I think I may shot peen it next, but I am also hearing about ceramic coatings. I got a friend who has a kiln, and I am wondering if it is painted with ceramic glaze then fired in a kiln, wouldn't that make it heat resistant from then on? Cast iron takes about 4500 degrees to melt and ceramic glaze melts at 2300 degrees. I don't even think a hot manifoild gets near that, but I could be wrong - I just dont know. Does anybody here know? __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

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