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Fraser Beatty · 05-10-2009, 01:18 AM

Anybody know what model this truck is? I'm thinking it's a GMC 7000? Also, once I know what model it is, where would I be able to find technical data? I mostly need to know what type of brake system, weight of the truck as it sits, towing capacity, etc. etc. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!

thirdstreettito · 05-10-2009, 01:33 AM

Check the glovebox and VIN. And there should be VIN like plate on the frame.

D13 · 05-10-2009, 07:34 AM

Weight plate should be in the opening of the drivers door, and there should be a spec decal in the glove box.
It's most likely a C65 or possibly a C75 (although most of those have a second axle) (GMC's get the 5 to distinguish them from the Chevy but it's the same basic truck).
Mine's a C65 w/ hydraulic 4 wheel disc brakes, 366, 5 speed, single speed rear. Mine's kind of nice in that it is under CDL (less than 26,000 lbs) here in MI.
If you want to look at another one for comparison come on over, I'm about 20 min west of the bridge. Haven't got around to parting it yet (too many toys).

hicktownhotrodder · 05-10-2009, 07:04 PM

as far as tech info goes get an old Motor service manual. i have one myself and has awesome amounts of info in it

Fraser Beatty · 05-11-2009, 11:34 AM

I haven't seen the truck yet, just saw the ad for it and was wondering what it was, I'm not too familiar with the "big" trucks. They're only askin $1000 for it, was thinking I might pick it up to use as a hauler, depending on what it is and what the licensing restrictions on it are.

hicktownhotrodder · 05-11-2009, 04:59 PM

liscense and insurance will blow your mind! my dad has a 68 international dump truck(348 V8

) and liscense was something like 500 a year and insurance was around 1200. but that was considered comercial use. i dont know what that would classify as.

05-10-2009, 01:18 AM	#1
Fraser Beatty Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sarnia, Ontario Posts: 571	Need Help IDing 87 Truck Anybody know what model this truck is? I'm thinking it's a GMC 7000? Also, once I know what model it is, where would I be able to find technical data? I mostly need to know what type of brake system, weight of the truck as it sits, towing capacity, etc. etc. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide! Attached Images __________________ 1961 GMC 930- SOLD 1979 GMC C35 Single Wheel Camper Special- SOLD 1980 GMC C25 Camper Special- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet C10- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet Camaro- SOLD 1985 GMC C1500 (Dad's truck) 1985 GMC C3500 Crew Cab Dually- TRADED FOR 61 GMC 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 Shortbox- Daily Driver

05-10-2009, 01:33 AM	#2
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Need Help IDing 87 Truck Check the glovebox and VIN. And there should be VIN like plate on the frame. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

05-10-2009, 07:34 AM	#3
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: Need Help IDing 87 Truck Weight plate should be in the opening of the drivers door, and there should be a spec decal in the glove box. It's most likely a C65 or possibly a C75 (although most of those have a second axle) (GMC's get the 5 to distinguish them from the Chevy but it's the same basic truck). Mine's a C65 w/ hydraulic 4 wheel disc brakes, 366, 5 speed, single speed rear. Mine's kind of nice in that it is under CDL (less than 26,000 lbs) here in MI. If you want to look at another one for comparison come on over, I'm about 20 min west of the bridge. Haven't got around to parting it yet (too many toys). __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors Last edited by D13; 05-10-2009 at 07:38 AM.

05-10-2009, 07:04 PM	#4
hicktownhotrodder Rollin Coal Join Date: May 2009 Location: Winnebago Illinios Posts: 131	Re: Need Help IDing 87 Truck as far as tech info goes get an old Motor service manual. i have one myself and has awesome amounts of info in it

05-11-2009, 11:34 AM	#5
Fraser Beatty Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sarnia, Ontario Posts: 571	Re: Need Help IDing 87 Truck I haven't seen the truck yet, just saw the ad for it and was wondering what it was, I'm not too familiar with the "big" trucks. They're only askin $1000 for it, was thinking I might pick it up to use as a hauler, depending on what it is and what the licensing restrictions on it are. __________________ 1961 GMC 930- SOLD 1979 GMC C35 Single Wheel Camper Special- SOLD 1980 GMC C25 Camper Special- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet C10- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet Camaro- SOLD 1985 GMC C1500 (Dad's truck) 1985 GMC C3500 Crew Cab Dually- TRADED FOR 61 GMC 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 Shortbox- Daily Driver Last edited by Fraser Beatty; 05-11-2009 at 11:37 AM.

05-11-2009, 04:59 PM	#6
hicktownhotrodder Rollin Coal Join Date: May 2009 Location: Winnebago Illinios Posts: 131	Re: Need Help IDing 87 Truck liscense and insurance will blow your mind! my dad has a 68 international dump truck(348 V8) and liscense was something like 500 a year and insurance was around 1200. but that was considered comercial use. i dont know what that would classify as. __________________ I have three letters to all these import guys: God-Made-Chevy 04 GMC Sierra 2500HD Duramax 1972 Chevrolet C-30 Dually Pickup stock? 350 SM465 four speed 1977 GMC K-35, TH-400, 4X4 450 horse 454(dad's) 1993 Dodge cummins 5-speed DEAD!!



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