Cab Replacement Question ...

[62 Longbed]

I have a 1975 GMC , floor is pretty shot , cab corners etc. Been pricing things out for panels and someone to do the work .. Looks like I would be better to find a complete cab to replace mine .. Long story short ... What year cabs can I use to replace mine and still retain exterior parts and interior gauges , etc .....

[thefraze_1020]

Any year from 1973-1987 will fit. For the trim and gauges and such, you're looking for 1973-1980.

The doors were changed on the inside in 1977. If you want to retain the same style door panels, look for a 1973-76 cab.

[willett]

It's easier if you get a pre 1980 cab but like the guy above me said any cab will fit. There will be minor fittament issues with a few things if its a post 1980 cab but nothing a grinder and a hammer can't fix

[62 Longbed]

Thanks for the info ... I'm debating weather to fix my 75 Gentleman Jim or sell .. Cab needs work and or replaced , same with the bed ...

[willett]

These trucks are prone to it. A cab and a box can be much cheaper than a new truck if you can do the labour yourself.

[thefraze_1020]

If you have the lifting power (friends, a forklift, bucket loader, etc), then removing and installing a bed and cab is pretty easy. I believe it's four bolts on the cab, eight on the bed.

[tucsonjwt]

I always say just check CL in the southwest desert cities and you will find a lot of squares with good bodies - might have some dents and dings but the cabs and often the boxes will be relatively dent free. Just buy a whole working truck and drive it back to your place, or have it shipped to you for relatively little cost. You can reuse a lot of your trim parts and instrumentation as you have said. Unless you want to keep your stock Gentleman Jim identity, then you can strip and rebuild your current truck. Decent squares can be had for $1000-$2500 frequently.

[thefraze_1020]

To build on the previous reply, check government surplus sites (GovDeals, Public Surplus). Frequently squares come up for auction. Usually pretty worn out, but you can find a good cab I'm sure. And for those worn out trucks, the final winning bid is pretty low (under $1000).

[62 Longbed]

Thanks for the info !!! That's a pretty good idea checking those auctions ..