Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**RenoKeene** · 12-21-2010, 10:12 AM

A couple questions:
1. Was the big block an available option on a short step?
2. If so...does anyone have build info..production numbers, etc.
3. If so...does anybody have one?

I'm building one to replicate what I would have bought in the fall of 1969.
"With a few upgrades"

**too much stuff** · 12-21-2010, 10:46 AM

It was available after 67 in 2wds. No idea on numbers. I know there are some on here, but i don't know if they are original or not.

*Fitz* · 12-21-2010, 01:11 PM

Production numbers and options for each model year are available here:

http://www.oldride.com/library/1967_chevrolet_c10.html

My 67 shortbed stepside started life as a six cyl. but was converted to a big block truck.

**RenoKeene** · 12-21-2010, 02:14 PM

Good info......the GMC stops at 68'. Any links to 70' numbers? Seems like GMC didn't keep records like Chevy. I think I remember something about a fire?

*Fitz* · 12-21-2010, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RenoKeene

Good info......the GMC stops at 68'. Any links to 70' numbers? Seems like GMC didn't keep records like Chevy. I think I remember something about a fire?

I have never seen GMC records for 69-76. You could try here: history.gmheritagecenter.com

**RenoKeene** · 12-21-2010, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fitz

I have never seen GMC records for 69-76. You could try here: history.gmheritagecenter.com

Thanks.

legendary · 12-21-2010, 05:27 PM

Looking forward to this build :-)

John @ BROTHERS · 12-21-2010, 06:14 PM

I have a '69 Chevy Short/Step, factory 396, 3 speed on the column truck. It now has a TH375 behind it. My Dad ordered it new back in early '69.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 12-21-2010, 08:35 PM

John,

That is a good looking truck! Probably a lot of fun to drive, also.

Jim

ChevLoRay · 12-21-2010, 11:01 PM

Contrary to todays' marketing practices, you could actually order a new vehicle equipped the way you wanted it, back in the Sixties. There were a few limitations, but most of them were financial...in my case. Back then, trucks were a ultilitarian conveyance, not a primary transport vehicle. That's why more LWB fleetside trucks were sold than SWB fleetside. Stepside trucks were reserved for the basic utility usage, as they were the cheapest pickup trucks. When this style came out for '67, GM was banking on them becoming a second "car" to suburban families, and they did just that. The guy who ordered a truck, as John @ Brothers did, knew that he wanted a "sleeper" vehicle. I mean, when muscle cars were common on the streets, who would think that a "lowly" pickup truck would be "packin'?" Nowadays, you know when you run into one on the street. We don't do subtle any more, do we?

**lolife99** · 12-21-2010, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John @ BROTHERS

I have a '69 Chevy Short/Step, factory 396, 3 speed on the column truck. It now has a TH375 behind it. My Dad ordered it new back in early '69.

John,... do you have more pics of your truck posted anywhere?
(build thread?)
I've always seen it in your avatar,... but never realized it was a setpside.

**RenoKeene** · 12-22-2010, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John @ BROTHERS

I have a '69 Chevy Short/Step, factory 396, 3 speed on the column truck. It now has a TH375 behind it. My Dad ordered it new back in early '69.

Stunning truck! Any idea on GMC production numbers? I seem to be drawing a blank.
Reno

pound41 · 12-23-2010, 01:32 PM

My father in 1972 had a hell of a time getting anyone here in the Washington DC metro area to order the truck he wanted. 1972 chevy stepside. Black 402/turbo 400 373 or 411 posi. Cutdown heavy 1/2ton was what it was called. Black interior poverty hubcaps etc. A real sleeper. Finally a saleman said you want that truck I know how to get it. Ordered it under some fleet/copo program. He took it had a competion 2 shift kit installed in the turbo 400. put chrome rims with 67 corvette rally caps with the crossed flags on low profile wide 60's I think. He sold it in 1975 and I begged him not to. But he order a 76 chevy stepside with a 454 turbo 400 and 3.73 posi. My dad passed away 2 yrs ago in his papers I found the order form etc for the black 72 in his papers. I was looking on line for his truck when I found your post. I have a 396/375 and a turbo 400 that he had taken out of a 68 impala SS396. Thinking of getting a 72 stepside and doing a tribute build for my Dad with that motor and tranny. For anyone who has never been in a stepside truck like that let me tell you thay are a hell of a ride. Many times I saw that truck easy peg the speedo on interstate 81 and still be climbing.

12-21-2010, 10:12 AM	#1
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? A couple questions: 1. Was the big block an available option on a short step? 2. If so...does anyone have build info..production numbers, etc. 3. If so...does anybody have one? I'm building one to replicate what I would have bought in the fall of 1969. "With a few upgrades" __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 Last edited by RenoKeene; 12-21-2010 at 10:13 AM.

12-21-2010, 10:46 AM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,790	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? It was available after 67 in 2wds. No idea on numbers. I know there are some on here, but i don't know if they are original or not. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-21-2010, 01:11 PM	#3
Fitz Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tucson Posts: 2,183	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? Production numbers and options for each model year are available here: http://www.oldride.com/library/1967_chevrolet_c10.html My 67 shortbed stepside started life as a six cyl. but was converted to a big block truck.

12-21-2010, 02:14 PM	#4
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? Good info......the GMC stops at 68'. Any links to 70' numbers? Seems like GMC didn't keep records like Chevy. I think I remember something about a fire? __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

12-21-2010, 05:27 PM	#7
legendary Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 154	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? Looking forward to this build :-) __________________ Best Regards, Leon 1970 C/10 LWB Cummins Turbo - Build in Progress Many other toys as well...

12-21-2010, 06:14 PM	#8
John @ BROTHERS Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 310	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? I have a '69 Chevy Short/Step, factory 396, 3 speed on the column truck. It now has a TH375 behind it. My Dad ordered it new back in early '69. __________________ 1967 Chevy Short/Fleet 1969 Chevy Short/Step 2004.5 Dodge 2500 4x4 Cummins 6spd Last edited by John @ BROTHERS; 12-21-2010 at 06:19 PM.

12-21-2010, 08:35 PM	#9
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? John, That is a good looking truck! Probably a lot of fun to drive, also. Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC

12-21-2010, 11:01 PM	#10
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? Contrary to todays' marketing practices, you could actually order a new vehicle equipped the way you wanted it, back in the Sixties. There were a few limitations, but most of them were financial...in my case. Back then, trucks were a ultilitarian conveyance, not a primary transport vehicle. That's why more LWB fleetside trucks were sold than SWB fleetside. Stepside trucks were reserved for the basic utility usage, as they were the cheapest pickup trucks. When this style came out for '67, GM was banking on them becoming a second "car" to suburban families, and they did just that. The guy who ordered a truck, as John @ Brothers did, knew that he wanted a "sleeper" vehicle. I mean, when muscle cars were common on the streets, who would think that a "lowly" pickup truck would be "packin'?" Nowadays, you know when you run into one on the street. We don't do subtle any more, do we? __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

12-23-2010, 01:32 PM	#13
pound41 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,268	Re: Factory Big Block Shortbed Stepside? My father in 1972 had a hell of a time getting anyone here in the Washington DC metro area to order the truck he wanted. 1972 chevy stepside. Black 402/turbo 400 373 or 411 posi. Cutdown heavy 1/2ton was what it was called. Black interior poverty hubcaps etc. A real sleeper. Finally a saleman said you want that truck I know how to get it. Ordered it under some fleet/copo program. He took it had a competion 2 shift kit installed in the turbo 400. put chrome rims with 67 corvette rally caps with the crossed flags on low profile wide 60's I think. He sold it in 1975 and I begged him not to. But he order a 76 chevy stepside with a 454 turbo 400 and 3.73 posi. My dad passed away 2 yrs ago in his papers I found the order form etc for the black 72 in his papers. I was looking on line for his truck when I found your post. I have a 396/375 and a turbo 400 that he had taken out of a 68 impala SS396. Thinking of getting a 72 stepside and doing a tribute build for my Dad with that motor and tranny. For anyone who has never been in a stepside truck like that let me tell you thay are a hell of a ride. Many times I saw that truck easy peg the speedo on interstate 81 and still be climbing.



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