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JoetheMobster · 10-05-2002, 11:15 AM

I have a confession to make!

My truck is really a 1971 GMC, NOT a 1970.

1) the insurance company swears up and down that it's a '71
2) 5 lug axles = 1971+ (according to other posts)
3) in relation to #2, I have discs in front, drums out back
4) trying to think of more...........

At least I think it's a 1971 model!! It's going to suck when in heavy doing work on it. As far as I see, there are quite a few differences in parts/accessories between 70/71.

Cyco Path · 10-05-2002, 11:32 AM

Say 5 Hail Marys.

Hutch · 10-05-2002, 12:50 PM

Post the VIN
There is someone on the board that can decode it for you.
I think GMC Paul's web site has a GMC decoder.
Post a pic of the Glovebox option sheet.
Also if original running gear you can decode all of those numbers.
Doesn't it feel good to come clean.
Have Fun

GMC Decoder

**StingRay** · 10-05-2002, 01:29 PM

Just remember Canadian and US trucks do not always use the same coding for VIN #'s

JJ · 10-05-2002, 02:27 PM

That's okay Joe, I have a cab from a 1972 Chevy on my 1972 GMC, it's the only non-original piece of sheetmetal on the entire vehicle, the frame, running gear, bed....the whole nine yards, but guess what my insurance company classifies it as? They don't even care what the title says, they read the VIN plate......... go figure

crazy longhorn · 10-05-2002, 05:28 PM

You need to talk with a Preist for confessions! No fears, I have a 78,79,& 80 k 20......with a 78 c 20 tag! thats what was on the cab.......yea, its a Mutt,the frame has been cut & spliced too.the back half is from a c 20

JoetheMobster · 10-05-2002, 10:13 PM

Here goes Hutch:

VIN - CE134-1110723
Model # CE15934

OPTIONS:

522 - Medium Bronze
BX2 - Body Side Molding - Wide
F51 - Front / Rear Shocks
G50 - Heavy Rear Springs
V43 - Rear Step Bumper
Z52 - Full Foam Seat
600 - Black Vinyl Trim
D89 - Paint Stripe
F60 - Front Heavy Spring
LS9 - 350ci V-8
Z49 - Canadian Base Equipment
Z53 - Ammeter/Oil/Temp Gauge

127in Wheel Base

SE - FT0745311

ckhd · 10-05-2002, 10:46 PM

CE134-1110723

That 1 equals 1971. If it were a 70, the vin would be more like:

CE134-1Z50723

At least as far as my understanding of the GMC vin codes. If it were Chevy, it would be cake.

Longhorn Man · 10-05-2002, 11:15 PM

You guys don't need titles up there?

Blue_71 · 10-06-2002, 12:54 AM

1971 GMc grill too if im right on that design (black center bar)

Hutch · 10-06-2002, 01:22 AM

That is definitely a 71 where did you get the idea it was a 70?

JoetheMobster · 10-06-2002, 11:27 AM

I got the year off the buddy I bought the truck from. He hadn't used the truck in a long time, and I rescued it from him before it died a miserable rusty life in the rain! I went on the year he said, UNTIL I looked at my insurance papers and it says 1971. I think I stuck with 70 for so long because it just rolls off the tongue!

It's officially a 1971.

10-05-2002, 11:15 AM	#1
JoetheMobster Listening since '86 Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 1,799	I have a confession to make I have a confession to make! My truck is really a 1971 GMC, NOT a 1970. 1) the insurance company swears up and down that it's a '71 2) 5 lug axles = 1971+ (according to other posts) 3) in relation to #2, I have discs in front, drums out back 4) trying to think of more........... At least I think it's a 1971 model!! It's going to suck when in heavy doing work on it. As far as I see, there are quite a few differences in parts/accessories between 70/71. Attached Images __________________ 2007 Saturn Aura - hey it WAS a GM product Last edited by JoetheMobster; 10-05-2002 at 11:18 AM.

10-05-2002, 12:50 PM	#3
Hutch Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Grapevine, Tx. Posts: 2,142	Post the VIN There is someone on the board that can decode it for you. I think GMC Paul's web site has a GMC decoder. Post a pic of the Glovebox option sheet. Also if original running gear you can decode all of those numbers. Doesn't it feel good to come clean. Have Fun GMC Decoder __________________ John Hutchison Grapevine,Texas 68 1/2 t swb 68 Mustang 69 Jaguar 71 1/2 t swb 88 Supra CompTs6m 93 Escort GT 2005 Corolla XRS

10-05-2002, 01:29 PM	#4
StingRay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Saskatoon,SK,Canada Posts: 2,476	Just remember Canadian and US trucks do not always use the same coding for VIN #'s __________________ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada

10-05-2002, 02:27 PM	#5
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	That's okay Joe, I have a cab from a 1972 Chevy on my 1972 GMC, it's the only non-original piece of sheetmetal on the entire vehicle, the frame, running gear, bed....the whole nine yards, but guess what my insurance company classifies it as? They don't even care what the title says, they read the VIN plate......... go figure __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

10-05-2002, 10:13 PM	#7
JoetheMobster Listening since '86 Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 1,799	Here goes Hutch: VIN - CE134-1110723 Model # CE15934 OPTIONS: 522 - Medium Bronze BX2 - Body Side Molding - Wide F51 - Front / Rear Shocks G50 - Heavy Rear Springs V43 - Rear Step Bumper Z52 - Full Foam Seat 600 - Black Vinyl Trim D89 - Paint Stripe F60 - Front Heavy Spring LS9 - 350ci V-8 Z49 - Canadian Base Equipment Z53 - Ammeter/Oil/Temp Gauge 127in Wheel Base SE - FT0745311 __________________ 2007 Saturn Aura - hey it WAS a GM product

10-05-2002, 11:32 AM	#2
Cyco Path Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Robertsdale, AL, USA Posts: 77	Say 5 Hail Marys. __________________ Looking for '67 to replace the '68 I sold. Robertsdale, AL

10-05-2002, 05:28 PM	#6
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	You need to talk with a Preist for confessions! No fears, I have a 78,79,& 80 k 20......with a 78 c 20 tag! thats what was on the cab.......yea, its a Mutt,the frame has been cut & spliced too.the back half is from a c 20

10-05-2002, 10:46 PM	#8
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	CE134-1110723 That 1 equals 1971. If it were a 70, the vin would be more like: CE134-1Z50723 At least as far as my understanding of the GMC vin codes. If it were Chevy, it would be cake. __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

10-05-2002, 11:15 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	You guys don't need titles up there?

10-06-2002, 01:22 AM	#11
Hutch Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Grapevine, Tx. Posts: 2,142	That is definitely a 71 where did you get the idea it was a 70? __________________ John Hutchison Grapevine,Texas 68 1/2 t swb 68 Mustang 69 Jaguar 71 1/2 t swb 88 Supra CompTs6m 93 Escort GT 2005 Corolla XRS

10-06-2002, 11:27 AM	#12
JoetheMobster Listening since '86 Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 1,799	I got the year off the buddy I bought the truck from. He hadn't used the truck in a long time, and I rescued it from him before it died a miserable rusty life in the rain! I went on the year he said, UNTIL I looked at my insurance papers and it says 1971. I think I stuck with 70 for so long because it just rolls off the tongue! It's officially a 1971. __________________ 2007 Saturn Aura - hey it WAS a GM product



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