74' k20

[Keith Seymore]

Originally Posted by ajsumms

I bought a truck and the title says it is a K20. I always thought 3/4 ton had 8 lug axles. This truck has 6 lug axles. I asked a dealer about it and he said it was a 3/4 ton. I have been told by many people that it is a half ton. Have these K20s ever been 6 lug or us this thing a puzzle that has been pieced together?

What does the VIN say? The truck model, series (and engine) are coded in the VIN.

Truck, page 2: https://service.gm.com/dealerworld/v.../vincard74.pdf

Position 4:
1 = 1/2 ton
2 = 3/4 ton
3 = 1 ton