Do these trucks have a nickname? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

theo70 · 04-20-2003, 10:52 PM

OK, so there are the tri-fives and the breadboxes, do our trucks have a common nickname? If not, we as a board should come up with the "official" nickname.

**Palf70Step** · 04-20-2003, 10:54 PM

"Number 1" what else

ckhd · 04-20-2003, 10:55 PM

We beat this one to death a year or so ago. What we came up with is... No.

SWINGSAX68 · 04-20-2003, 11:40 PM

I heard that these were known as 'Glamour Trucks'
But don't crucify me yet...its just what I heard...I could be wrong with the wording, but I know 'Glamour' was in there somewhere.

Longhorn Man · 04-21-2003, 12:08 AM

'Glamour Trucks' is what I have always seen, but aperantly some magiazine or something called them CST trucks...even though that would only be 67 - 70 since they weren't CST after that.

krazy_texan · 04-21-2003, 12:16 AM

most of the ones i have seen more especially if painted red or orange could be called "flying bricks" thats what i call mine

Southpa · 04-21-2003, 12:22 AM

1935-1938 : Car Styling
1939-1940 : Streamlined Design
1941-1947 : Juke Box Styling
1947-1955 : Advance Design Era
1955-1957 : Task Force Era
1958-1959 : Fleetsides
1960-1966 : Modern Trucks
1967-1972 : Custom Sport Trucks
1973-1989 : Working Trucks
1990 - On : Super Sports

O'l Buck · 04-21-2003, 12:40 AM

I kinda like the "muscle trucks" name that somebody brought up the last time we discussed this.

Jwill41 · 04-21-2003, 08:07 AM

i vote for muscle trucks

bobs409 · 04-21-2003, 08:32 AM

These trucks don't really need a nickname. When someone see's one, they just say, "there goes one of the greatest looking Chevy trucks ever made!"

Rod · 04-21-2003, 12:11 PM

CST badges and option listing was used in Blazer through 1972.

fast67chevy2002 · 04-21-2003, 12:27 PM

The best, when you ask people what a classic chevy is the tell you its a 67-72 chevy truck.

Longhorn Man · 04-22-2003, 12:04 AM

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CST badges and option listing was used in Blazer through 1972

Very true, but none the less...my truck isn't a CST, so how can the whole gen be called that when only about 25% (guessing here) were equipped so? When i had a CST, no one knew what the heck it stood for, that was one of the most frequently asked questions in traffic.

1969 GMC · 04-22-2003, 01:10 AM

Quote:

These trucks don't really need a nickname.

I agree.

O'l Buck · 04-22-2003, 01:24 AM

how about " The truck created on the 8th day"

SWINGSAX68 · 04-22-2003, 02:33 AM

I like muscle trucks....
I think CST has always been for Custom Sport Truck.....like the best money could buy then....

**70cst** · 04-22-2003, 07:48 AM

This was written on a recent post...

1967-1972 CST=Custom Sport Truck Era

I have read various books with this term and I have listed two of my sources to verify that the "Custom Sport Truck" term is correct ...

Chevrolet Pickups 1946-1972
By John Gunnell
Published in 1988
Chapter 6 page 73
"...it seems appropriate to think of these years as the Custom Sport Trucks era."

Chevrolet Pickup RED BOOK
1946-1972
Peter Sessler
Published 1993
Chapter 23 page130
"Collectively, the 1967-72 trucks are known as the "Custom Sport Truck" (CST's) because of there CST option."

As mentioned these are just two of the sources who have named the 67-72 trucks as the Custom Sport Truck era but there are others that also support this terminology. It was either WES or GMCPaul who referenced an great article on these trucks a while back and I believe it was an old Classic Truck piece. Maybe they can dig up that sight but it was a very informative write up on these trucks. This article also called the 67-72 trucks the "Custom Sport Truck" era.

You ask why CST when not all trucks had the CST option? Or better yet was not even an option that was avaliable for some trucks? Simple answer...I think? This was the era (67-72) that one could deck out a their truck with car like options and features plus there was an engine for everybody's taste. You could go for a 6 popper or the brute force of a 402 BB. You want comfort options...Then one could order AC, cruise, tilt, AM/FM radio, tinted glass, buckets seats and so forth. You want chrome...then order chrome bumpers and get the extra shiny trim by ordering the various poackages avaliable. I could go on but I think you get the drift. CST was an new era for the American trucks built in America (Canada included). I hope this helps.

This is what makes these web sights so great. We are always learning something new about these great trucks and help is just a key stroke away.
Regards,
70cst

**70cst** · 04-22-2003, 08:06 AM

ttt

*Shane* · 04-22-2003, 10:30 AM

I like the sound of BRICK ... kinda like how some refer to the mid-50's cars as a SHOEBOXE ....

**70cst** · 04-22-2003, 12:34 PM

When it's all said and done whats in a name...the real point does any other truck manufacture have such a following as the 67-72 Chevy/GMC truck? Tonka might be close. HEHEHE
Rather its a low optioned truck or one with all the goodies they all look sweet. Which truck gets more attention...a Z71 or a good looking 67-72 Chevy/GMC Truck. Its no contest. Oh well...Got to get back to work!!!

theo70 · 04-22-2003, 07:11 PM

Thanks, guys, for all the feedback. I didn't know this was a previously discussed subject. I was just wondering if there was an easy way to reference our trucks, as "sixty-seven to sevent-two" is pretty lengthy. I like the "CST" and "muscle truck" ones, although I think they will always be known as 67-72's.

**70cst** · 04-22-2003, 10:49 PM

theo 70
Hey that's what makes this web sight so great. There are lots of guys who are who are wiliing and able to help out. I know enough to be dangerous and that's about it. It's good to see all the guys help out with these questions.
Happy Trails..

:p

colohusker · 04-23-2003, 01:34 AM

I'm glad that people like the term muscle trucks, I just figured since people refer to cars from 67-71 as muscle cars, muscle trucks fit in as well. But I also agree that they really don't need a nickname!

Hooter · 04-23-2003, 01:44 AM

My friend Andrew calls 67-72's hoser trucks, because of some of the "hosers" that drive em around here

SWINGSAX68 · 04-23-2003, 12:39 PM

6-7-2's

How about that???

04-20-2003, 10:52 PM	#1
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04-20-2003, 10:54 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,090	"Number 1" what else __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-20-2003, 10:55 PM	#3
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	We beat this one to death a year or so ago. What we came up with is... No. __________________ 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?

04-20-2003, 11:40 PM	#4
SWINGSAX68 Now the others dig........ Join Date: May 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,520	I heard that these were known as 'Glamour Trucks' But don't crucify me yet...its just what I heard...I could be wrong with the wording, but I know 'Glamour' was in there somewhere. __________________ 68 Chevy C10 Stepside Black Primer 78 GMC Longbed White 09 Chevy Silverado Shortbed Granite Blue *LOOKING FOR A 67 4 DOOR IMPALA!!!Just like Sam and Dean Winchester!! 'Cause Mustangs are for p^#$ and you can fit a body in the trunk of a 67 Impala* MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Texas State University-San Marcos, TX Certified Music Educator I hope Mom is up there watching and being my Guardian Angel "I've got a fever.....and the only prescription.....IS MORE COW BELL" -The Legendary: Bruce Dickenson "F#$@ 'em up!!!!!!" -The Legendary: Rogelio Escobar TRUCKY LINKS** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=457750 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=461184 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=472848 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417541 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477788

04-21-2003, 12:16 AM	#6
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	most of the ones i have seen more especially if painted red or orange could be called "flying bricks" thats what i call mine __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

04-21-2003, 12:08 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	'Glamour Trucks' is what I have always seen, but aperantly some magiazine or something called them CST trucks...even though that would only be 67 - 70 since they weren't CST after that.

04-21-2003, 12:22 AM	#7
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	1935-1938 : Car Styling 1939-1940 : Streamlined Design 1941-1947 : Juke Box Styling 1947-1955 : Advance Design Era 1955-1957 : Task Force Era 1958-1959 : Fleetsides 1960-1966 : Modern Trucks 1967-1972 : Custom Sport Trucks 1973-1989 : Working Trucks 1990 - On : Super Sports __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

04-21-2003, 12:40 AM	#8
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	I kinda like the "muscle trucks" name that somebody brought up the last time we discussed this. __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

04-21-2003, 08:07 AM	#9
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	i vote for muscle trucks __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club

04-21-2003, 08:32 AM	#10
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	These trucks don't really need a nickname. When someone see's one, they just say, "there goes one of the greatest looking Chevy trucks ever made!" __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

04-21-2003, 12:11 PM	#11
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	CST badges and option listing was used in Blazer through 1972. __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

04-21-2003, 12:27 PM	#12
fast67chevy2002 Dad's little helper Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Helena, MT Posts: 194	nicknames? The best, when you ask people what a classic chevy is the tell you its a 67-72 chevy truck.

04-22-2003, 01:24 AM	#15
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	how about " The truck created on the 8th day" __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

04-22-2003, 02:33 AM	#16
SWINGSAX68 Now the others dig........ Join Date: May 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,520	I like muscle trucks.... I think CST has always been for Custom Sport Truck.....like the best money could buy then.... __________________ 68 Chevy C10 Stepside Black Primer 78 GMC Longbed White 09 Chevy Silverado Shortbed Granite Blue *LOOKING FOR A 67 4 DOOR IMPALA!!!Just like Sam and Dean Winchester!! 'Cause Mustangs are for p^#$ and you can fit a body in the trunk of a 67 Impala* MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Texas State University-San Marcos, TX Certified Music Educator I hope Mom is up there watching and being my Guardian Angel "I've got a fever.....and the only prescription.....IS MORE COW BELL" -The Legendary: Bruce Dickenson "F#$@ 'em up!!!!!!" -The Legendary: Rogelio Escobar TRUCKY LINKS** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=457750 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=461184 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=472848 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417541 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477788

04-22-2003, 07:48 AM	#17
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	This was written on a recent post... 1967-1972 CST=Custom Sport Truck Era I have read various books with this term and I have listed two of my sources to verify that the "Custom Sport Truck" term is correct ... Chevrolet Pickups 1946-1972 By John Gunnell Published in 1988 Chapter 6 page 73 "...it seems appropriate to think of these years as the Custom Sport Trucks era." Chevrolet Pickup RED BOOK 1946-1972 Peter Sessler Published 1993 Chapter 23 page130 "Collectively, the 1967-72 trucks are known as the "Custom Sport Truck" (CST's) because of there CST option." As mentioned these are just two of the sources who have named the 67-72 trucks as the Custom Sport Truck era but there are others that also support this terminology. It was either WES or GMCPaul who referenced an great article on these trucks a while back and I believe it was an old Classic Truck piece. Maybe they can dig up that sight but it was a very informative write up on these trucks. This article also called the 67-72 trucks the "Custom Sport Truck" era. You ask why CST when not all trucks had the CST option? Or better yet was not even an option that was avaliable for some trucks? Simple answer...I think? This was the era (67-72) that one could deck out a their truck with car like options and features plus there was an engine for everybody's taste. You could go for a 6 popper or the brute force of a 402 BB. You want comfort options...Then one could order AC, cruise, tilt, AM/FM radio, tinted glass, buckets seats and so forth. You want chrome...then order chrome bumpers and get the extra shiny trim by ordering the various poackages avaliable. I could go on but I think you get the drift. CST was an new era for the American trucks built in America (Canada included). I hope this helps. This is what makes these web sights so great. We are always learning something new about these great trucks and help is just a key stroke away. Regards, 70cst Last edited by 70cst; 04-22-2003 at 08:05 AM.



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04-22-2003, 08:06 AM	#18
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	ttt

04-22-2003, 10:30 AM	#19
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	I like the sound of BRICK ... kinda like how some refer to the mid-50's cars as a SHOEBOXE ....

04-22-2003, 12:34 PM	#20
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	When it's all said and done whats in a name...the real point does any other truck manufacture have such a following as the 67-72 Chevy/GMC truck? Tonka might be close. HEHEHE Rather its a low optioned truck or one with all the goodies they all look sweet. Which truck gets more attention...a Z71 or a good looking 67-72 Chevy/GMC Truck. Its no contest. Oh well...Got to get back to work!!!

04-22-2003, 07:11 PM	#21
theo70 COMING SOON... Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Ft Worth TX Posts: 408	Thanks, guys, for all the feedback. I didn't know this was a previously discussed subject. I was just wondering if there was an easy way to reference our trucks, as "sixty-seven to sevent-two" is pretty lengthy. I like the "CST" and "muscle truck" ones, although I think they will always be known as 67-72's.

04-22-2003, 10:49 PM	#22
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	theo 70 Hey that's what makes this web sight so great. There are lots of guys who are who are wiliing and able to help out. I know enough to be dangerous and that's about it. It's good to see all the guys help out with these questions. Happy Trails.. :p

04-23-2003, 01:34 AM	#23
colohusker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 436	I'm glad that people like the term muscle trucks, I just figured since people refer to cars from 67-71 as muscle cars, muscle trucks fit in as well. But I also agree that they really don't need a nickname! __________________ ------------------------------------------------ I say it's only money, my wife says it's only a truck.... '71 C10 Deluxe, factory ac, ps, pb, should be done by 2102 Longmont, CO husker95@hotmail.com

04-23-2003, 01:44 AM	#24
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	My friend Andrew calls 67-72's hoser trucks, because of some of the "hosers" that drive em around here __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

04-23-2003, 12:39 PM	#25
SWINGSAX68 Now the others dig........ Join Date: May 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,520	6-7-2's How about that??? __________________ 68 Chevy C10 Stepside Black Primer 78 GMC Longbed White 09 Chevy Silverado Shortbed Granite Blue *LOOKING FOR A 67 4 DOOR IMPALA!!!Just like Sam and Dean Winchester!! 'Cause Mustangs are for p^#$ and you can fit a body in the trunk of a 67 Impala* MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Texas State University-San Marcos, TX Certified Music Educator I hope Mom is up there watching and being my Guardian Angel "I've got a fever.....and the only prescription.....IS MORE COW BELL" -The Legendary: Bruce Dickenson "F#$@ 'em up!!!!!!" -The Legendary: Rogelio Escobar TRUCKY LINKS** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=457750 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=461184 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=472848 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417541 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477788

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