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weaintscared · 04-07-2012, 01:16 PM

You don't see this happening every day.. Wish I could fine one that nice!

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468622

VA72C10 · 04-07-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

This antiques store just opened up a week ago. The people who own it are not car or truck people I would guess. They do have a few auto parts - mirrors, hubcaps, a couple dashboards (one out of a Hudson Hornet!), and this tailgate, which the guy asked me what year truck it fit. He said he got it from a guy that had it in his barn, took it off when the truck was new to put on a camper. It looks original to me. It is heavy, I can tell you that. I feel kinda bad, I'm sure he didn't know what he had. Is there a sure way to tell if its original?

THe easiest way to tell if it's original is to look at the welds on the ends and the spot welds in the recessed areas. There are a couple companies making gates stamped with the lettering and they weigh the same but the welds are actually better...

72BlckButy · 04-07-2012, 05:51 PM

Amazing score...

**Already Gone** · 04-07-2012, 06:34 PM

I'll bet there are a few more of those tailgates lying aroung in garage or basements that were taken off when new because of a Camper.

**Classic Bowties** · 04-07-2012, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

I'll bet there are a few more of those tailgates lying aroung in garage or basements that were taken off when new because of a Camper.

You are so very much correct on that statement

... Mel

litew8 · 04-08-2012, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

Located this tailgate at a new antique shop in Warsaw, IN.
Steal of a deal...even got a 10% discount for the grand opening.

PERSONALLY, I'm not sure who got the better deal, you or me!

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

Is this an original unpainted tailgate? I ask because I've often wiondered if the inside screws that hold the latch in place were body color or galvanized from the factory.I see these screws on your tailgate are body color and the tailgate looks real original to me.

In this pic, you can see the top of the screws are in fact PAINTED body color. Please ignore the tiny dent

My original 69' gate I scored last year for $100!

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

I'll bet there are a few more of those tailgates lying aroung in garage or basements that were taken off when new because of a Camper.

Yep! My 69 gate was taken off in early 70 for a camper installation and was barned (not basemented

) ever since!
Very cool, nice score 70STOVEBOLT! I've stripped mine down to bare metal [recently] and it's

To add to VA72C10's comments, for originality, also try and see if you can spot a NUMBER stamp on the Driver's side, bottom / inside.
See my thread for more pics.

Bet the aftermarket gates don't stamp them like this

**Already Gone** · 04-08-2012, 03:06 AM

Yep! My 69 gate was taken off in early 70 for a camper installation and was barned (not basemented ) ever since!
Very cool, nice score 70STOVEBOLT! I've stripped mine down to bare metal [recently] and it's

You'd be surprised what gearheads, especially bachelors, will put in their basements.

stsalvage · 04-08-2012, 12:19 PM

now all you have to do is paint the truck that color cool find

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-10-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by stsalvage

now all you have to do is paint the truck that color cool find

Yeah, the color is not my favorite, it's gonna end up medium blue or medium blue/white.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-10-2012, 11:21 AM

To add to VA72C10's comments, for originality, also try and see if you can spot a NUMBER stamp on the Driver's side, bottom / inside.
See my thread for more pics.

Bet the aftermarket gates don't stamp them like this

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I will look for that stamping. Any idea what it signifies?

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-10-2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

THe easiest way to tell if it's original is to look at the welds on the ends and the spot welds in the recessed areas. There are a couple companies making gates stamped with the lettering and they weigh the same but the welds are actually better...

What do I look for on the welds? Are they in different places?

Coley · 04-10-2012, 11:27 AM

Very Nice!!!!
I'll bet it came off a camper equipped truck and got removed and set aside for years somewhere in storage.
I was fortunate with my 1/2 ton that my tailgate was removed and put in storage since near/new when the original owner put on a small cap with a back drop door. Luckily it was still in the garage behind some boxes...in super condition.
Great Score!!!!....good to know lightening still strikes.
Coley

litew8 · 04-10-2012, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by litew8

To add to VA72C10's comments, for originality, also try and see if you can spot a NUMBER stamp on the Driver's side, bottom / inside.
See my thread for more pics.

Bet the aftermarket gates don't stamp them like this

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

I will look for that stamping. Any idea what it signifies?

No clue. I'd guess and say it was stamped by the steel plant.
Maybe to signify the metal for stamping to shape, so GM could identify etc...

67anthony · 04-10-2012, 09:36 PM

Deal for sure.

04-07-2012, 01:16 PM	#26
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04-07-2012, 05:51 PM	#28
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Look what I scored! Amazing score... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-07-2012, 06:34 PM	#29
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,118	Re: Look what I scored! I'll bet there are a few more of those tailgates lying aroung in garage or basements that were taken off when new because of a Camper. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

04-08-2012, 03:06 AM	#32
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,118	Re: Look what I scored! Yep! My 69 gate was taken off in early 70 for a camper installation and was barned (not basemented ) ever since! Very cool, nice score 70STOVEBOLT! I've stripped mine down to bare metal [recently] and it's You'd be surprised what gearheads, especially bachelors, will put in their basements. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

04-08-2012, 12:19 PM	#33
stsalvage Scrapper 1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Riverside Calif Posts: 1,649	Re: Look what I scored! now all you have to do is paint the truck that color cool find

04-10-2012, 11:21 AM	#35
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,289	Re: Look what I scored! To add to VA72C10's comments, for originality, also try and see if you can spot a NUMBER stamp on the Driver's side, bottom / inside. See my thread for more pics. Bet the aftermarket gates don't stamp them like this [/QUOTE] I will look for that stamping. Any idea what it signifies? __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

04-10-2012, 11:27 AM	#37
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Look what I scored! Very Nice!!!! I'll bet it came off a camper equipped truck and got removed and set aside for years somewhere in storage. I was fortunate with my 1/2 ton that my tailgate was removed and put in storage since near/new when the original owner put on a small cap with a back drop door. Luckily it was still in the garage behind some boxes...in super condition. Great Score!!!!....good to know lightening still strikes. Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

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