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glock35ipsc · 10-07-2009, 10:36 PM

My coworker just bought a very cherry 79 K10 short bed. One of the options on the build sheet is RPO "B84 - Body side molding". How common was this stripe? I never knew a stick-on stripe of this type existed on a 73-80.

This is not his truck, but it had the same exact stripe on it. Any thoughts?

**truckfan** · 10-07-2009, 10:43 PM

i'd also be interested in what the expert says, but i'll take a crack at it.

I think this is single body color, scottsdale/high sierra only (maybe custom deluxe) trim from about 75-79. i have never seen it on a sliverado (even solid colored ones). lots of custom deluxes did not have it.

it is very similar to the black trim that came out on Scottsdales and high sierras in the mid 80s, except its up high on the body.

Keith am I close?

Scootin 81 C20 · 10-07-2009, 10:48 PM

I know where there is an '80 with that trim on it. I'll get a pic next time I see it.

f.monroe · 10-07-2009, 10:50 PM

Looks familiar. My 77 Scottsdale that I had in high school.
Frank

TravisMartin · 10-08-2009, 12:00 AM

I had a 77 Bonanza solid silver with this trim in 1979...I recall seeing it fairly routinely.

Travis

Driveway Dreams · 10-08-2009, 12:31 AM

I will be watching to see what other info comes about from this one. I think it is kinda cool looking.

77gmcjoe · 10-08-2009, 09:55 AM

My '77 had that trim originally (it's a Sierra Grande, the equivalant of a Scottsdale), and I remember seeing the same trim on lots of trucks years ago. I also remember seeing "ghosts" on trucks of where this trim had been, but had fallen off after years of exposure to the elements. That's probably why you don't see it on many trucks today.

Keith Seymore · 10-08-2009, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 77gmcjoe

My '77 had that trim originally (it's a Sierra Grande, the equivalant of a Scottsdale), and I remember seeing the same trim on lots of trucks years ago. I also remember seeing "ghosts" on trucks of where this trim had been, but had fallen off after years of exposure to the elements. That's probably why you don't see it on many trucks today.

I think you guys have nailed it. I don't remember seeing so many but it sounds pretty prevalent based on your eye-witness reporting.

Speaking of trim falling off: I-69 and I-75 in the Flint area used to be just "littered" with those stick on moldings, and trim like is on my truck. They'd be laying on the shoulder of the road, stuck on the guard rails and on those cement center barriers. You are right - that's probably whey you don't see it on many trucks today!

glock35ipsc · 10-08-2009, 01:29 PM

Thanks Keith and everyone else too! I had just never seen this type of molding before, and wondered what the story was on it.

JohnC · 10-08-2009, 02:46 PM

I'm with you Bob. I've never seen a truck with it on there either. Glad to have that piece of knowledge now so I can keep an eye out.

aggie91 · 03-26-2010, 05:56 PM

I know that this is WAY PAST when this was up originally...

My Dad had a 77 Custom Deluxe that he bought new with that same side molding.

LONGHAIR · 03-26-2010, 06:13 PM

I would assume that it was a "dealer add-on". It's a very common moulding that comes on a "roll". You just cut an inverted triangle (like a fish-tail) into the end and pull the points together to make that "point" on the front.
I have seen it a million times and done it several dozen.

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Originally Posted by aggie91

I know that this is WAY PAST when this was up originally...

It's not that bad, only a few months, I have see threads brough back after as much as 6-7 years some even asking if the item in question was still for sale? LOL

mbgmike · 03-26-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

I think you guys have nailed it. I don't remember seeing so many but it sounds pretty prevalent based on your eye-witness reporting.

Speaking of trim falling off: I-69 and I-75 in the Flint area used to be just "littered" with those stick on moldings, and trim like is on my truck. They'd be laying on the shoulder of the road, stuck on the guard rails and on those cement center barriers. You are right - that's probably whey you don't see it on many trucks today!

Thats funny

f.monroe · 03-26-2010, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by LONGHAIR

I would assume that it was a "dealer add-on". It's a very common moulding that comes on a "roll". You just cut an inverted triangle (like a fish-tail) into the end and pull the points together to make that "point" on the front.
I have seen it a million times and done it several dozen.

It was a factory installed item and it was not pie cut in the front to form the spear . It was a nice solid piece of trim . It is a neat looking trim piece that would make a truck unique but so many people would not know it was a factory option.
Frank

80SPORT · 03-26-2010, 11:15 PM

B84 ...body side moulding-black....listed in the GM parts book

Keith Seymore · 03-27-2010, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 80SPORT

B84 ...body side moulding-black....listed in the GM parts book

Yes - I should have mentioned that. B85 is the chrome version.

K

Dooley · 03-29-2010, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by glock35ipsc

My coworker just bought a very cherry 79 K10 short bed. One of the options on the build sheet is RPO "B84 - Body side molding". How common was this stripe? I never knew a stick-on stripe of this type existed on a 73-80.

This is not his truck, but it had the same exact stripe on it. Any thoughts?

In the code book I have it's listed this way,

B84 1976-2002 Ornamentation, Exterior ,Body Side Moulding

B85 1976-2002 Ornamentation, Exterior, Belt Reveal Moulding

1974ChevyC10 · 03-29-2010, 01:12 AM

my truck has the exact same type of trim even though its half missing on both sides.my dad used to have a 77 with the same exact trim on it.

Keith Seymore · 03-29-2010, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Dooley

In the code book I have it's listed this way,

B84 1976-2002 Ornamentation, Exterior ,Body Side Moulding

B85 1976-2002 Ornamentation, Exterior, Belt Reveal Moulding

That's probably not the best description for the B85 (the "belt line" usually refers to the horizontal line formed by the base of the window).

Here's the B85 molding for '87:

I had to order that special. The base molding for the Scottsdale package was the (black) B84; I opted up to the chrome B85 molding.

K

1974ChevyC10 · 03-31-2010, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 1974ChevyC10

my truck has the exact same type of trim even though its half missing on both sides.my dad used to have a 77 with the same exact trim on it.

anyone on here know where i can get replacement for this trim.checked LMC and they dont appear to carry it.i do like the trim and would like to keep it but if i cant find a good replacement for it then what would it take to remove the trim as well as the residue from the glue holding it onto the truck

10-07-2009, 10:36 PM	#1
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Hey Keith, question for you.... My coworker just bought a very cherry 79 K10 short bed. One of the options on the build sheet is RPO "B84 - Body side molding". How common was this stripe? I never knew a stick-on stripe of this type existed on a 73-80. This is not his truck, but it had the same exact stripe on it. Any thoughts? __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

10-07-2009, 10:43 PM	#2
truckfan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lawrence KS Posts: 821	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... i'd also be interested in what the expert says, but i'll take a crack at it. I think this is single body color, scottsdale/high sierra only (maybe custom deluxe) trim from about 75-79. i have never seen it on a sliverado (even solid colored ones). lots of custom deluxes did not have it. it is very similar to the black trim that came out on Scottsdales and high sierras in the mid 80s, except its up high on the body. Keith am I close? __________________ 1981 Chevy C30 440 Holmes 42K one owner miles

10-07-2009, 10:48 PM	#3
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10-07-2009, 10:50 PM	#4
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10-08-2009, 12:00 AM	#5
TravisMartin Curmudgeon of Poor Means Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 113	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... I had a 77 Bonanza solid silver with this trim in 1979...I recall seeing it fairly routinely. Travis

10-08-2009, 12:31 AM	#6
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10-08-2009, 09:55 AM	#7
77gmcjoe What do we get for $10? Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Beardstown, Illinois Posts: 340	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... My '77 had that trim originally (it's a Sierra Grande, the equivalant of a Scottsdale), and I remember seeing the same trim on lots of trucks years ago. I also remember seeing "ghosts" on trucks of where this trim had been, but had fallen off after years of exposure to the elements. That's probably why you don't see it on many trucks today. __________________ 1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair ) Last edited by 77gmcjoe; 10-08-2009 at 09:58 AM.

10-08-2009, 01:29 PM	#9
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... Thanks Keith and everyone else too! I had just never seen this type of molding before, and wondered what the story was on it. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

10-08-2009, 02:46 PM	#10
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... I'm with you Bob. I've never seen a truck with it on there either. Glad to have that piece of knowledge now so I can keep an eye out.

03-26-2010, 05:56 PM	#11
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03-26-2010, 11:15 PM	#15
80SPORT Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: red deer alberta Posts: 777	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... B84 ...body side moulding-black....listed in the GM parts book

03-29-2010, 01:12 AM	#18
1974ChevyC10 Overworked and Underlaid Join Date: May 2002 Location: Flagstaff,Arizona Posts: 1,279	Re: Hey Keith, question for you.... my truck has the exact same type of trim even though its half missing on both sides.my dad used to have a 77 with the same exact trim on it. Attached Images __________________ I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford The Beast-1978 C10 LWB Red-1978 C10 LWB (Uncle Mike)Michael Henry Millett 11/5/1957 to 03/08/2012 Gone but will never be forgotten-RIP (Uncle Chuck)Charles Manning Gulbronsen Sr 1956-2012 Taken from us to soon but you will live on in our hearts-RIP



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