Getting One Today

[DT1]

I'm excited to pick up my new pickup today after work. It's a LWB 72 C10 with 350/350, Air, PS, PB and Wood Bed. I'll post pics as soon as it arrives.
I do, however have one simple question for you guys. I thought I could tell the difference between 71 and 72 but the owner says the title states 72 I haven't seen the title. With the exception of the color, it looks identical to my 71. There is what looks like a home made SPID so I don't think that will be much help. How can I tell the difference between the model years?
Thanks

[68Gold/white]

One way. is a lone screw in the door panel below the wing window. It was in 72's only, helps w/ rattle....

[engineer_gregh]

Easiest way is by the VIN. A 72 will begin with CCE142 and a 71 will begin with CE141. Physical differences are interior door panels and rearview mirror.

[jocko]

71-only grille surround had a black perimeter stripe whereas 72 did not. Not a great indicator though as they are interchangeable and the stripe usually wears off quite a bit from the 71 grille surrounds. All aftermarket are 72-type with no black perimeter striping on the grille surround. Other than the VIN (the metal one on the drivers side door opening - and, all that REALLY matters...), the door things mentioned above (screw, panels) and mirror are the best indicators. But, doors are interchangeable also... Mirrors can change too, but when going from 71 to 72 style, I believe some holes are left in the 71 cab (good clue). VIN tags are not (or, at least, SHOULD not be). When you pick it up - I'd make sure the VINS all match (SPID (fake or not), metal tag, and frame (not as important to me)) - just so you can be comfortable or, at least, aware of the originality.

[73737373]

Check the rivets on the metal tag in the driver side doorwell. They should be a "star" shaped, not perfectly round....although that's not a difference between year models, it will tell you if that plate has been removed and been reattached, quite possibly, from another truck.

[special-K]

As mentioned, a '71 VIN will start CE1 and a '72 VIN will start CCE1. That is absolute. Parts can be changed or even early/late production carry-overs

[DT1]

Thanks Guys,
I didn't realize the two model years were so similar.

[cypressbog]

71 cabs are the only year where there's a raised pad above the windshield to mount the rear view mirror.

[BrianG]

Originally Posted by cypressbog

71 cabs are the only year where there's a raised pad above the windshield to mount the rear view mirror.

Correct, The prior years did not have this pad. 71 and prior had the rear view mirror on the cab (special pad mount 71 only), while 72 had the mirror mounted to the windshield.

[Already Gone]

Originally Posted by jocko

71-only grille surround had a black perimeter stripe whereas 72 did not. Not a great indicator though as they are interchangeable and the stripe usually wears off quite a bit from the 71 grille surrounds. All aftermarket are 72-type with no black perimeter striping on the grille surround. Other than the VIN (the metal one on the drivers side door opening - and, all that REALLY matters...), the door things mentioned above (screw, panels) and mirror are the best indicators. But, doors are interchangeable also... Mirrors can change too, but when going from 71 to 72 style, I believe some holes are left in the 71 cab (good clue). VIN tags are not (or, at least, SHOULD not be). When you pick it up - I'd make sure the VINS all match (SPID (fake or not), metal tag, and frame (not as important to me)) - just so you can be comfortable or, at least, aware of the originality.

I don't want to change up the thread but are you talking about the black around the headline door area like in pic.

[swamp rat]

Originally Posted by jocko

71-only grille surround had a black perimeter stripe whereas 72 did not. Not a great indicator though as they are interchangeable and the stripe usually wears off quite a bit from the 71 grille surrounds. All aftermarket are 72-type with no black perimeter striping on the grille surround. Other than the VIN (the metal one on the drivers side door opening - and, all that REALLY matters...), the door things mentioned above (screw, panels) and mirror are the best indicators. But, doors are interchangeable also... Mirrors can change too, but when going from 71 to 72 style, I believe some holes are left in the 71 cab (good clue). VIN tags are not (or, at least, SHOULD not be). When you pick it up - I'd make sure the VINS all match (SPID (fake or not), metal tag, and frame (not as important to me)) - just so you can be comfortable or, at least, aware of the originality.

My 72 has the black stripe..... All origional truck.

[Gimme Jimmy]

The '72 was the first year that required a vapor canister.

[DT1]

OK, it's definitely a 72. I drove it the 20 miles to get home last night with no issues. It needs an A/C compressor, condenser and drier but it runs and idles well. The only issue is that some PO has sprayed it with bed liner. The bed is wood and the liner is only on the sides and tailgate. Anyone know how to get the stuff off?
Pics to follow if it's light enough when I get home from work today.

[70cst]

Hey DT1 ...

Can't wait for pics.

Bed liner removal - good question - I'm signed on

[DT1]

Well, it took some time but I finally got around to taking some pictures.

[70cst]

That indeed is a keeper

[kwmech]

I like the mismatched valve covers, and there is the always present rubber fuel line with the 99c plastic filter

[trac209]

Nice find!

[DT1]

Originally Posted by kwmech

I like the mismatched valve covers, and there is the always present rubber fuel line with the 99c plastic filter

Yes Yes...Much to do...The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep.

[doo142]

Nice truck!! Fixing that little stuff is part of the fun!! Don't know if you know it but you are a poet !! Peace!

[flashed]

Very nice truck you have there.

[73737373]

Now the ochre one will have someone to talk to, "What assembly plant were you built at?" "Where were you sold?" "Do you have your original engine?" Yeah, I know, pretty odd, but I hear my trucks whispering all the time.

[joeydurango]

Nice truck.

I want to see more of the Ochre Cheyenne. Thinking about one of those right now.

Frost, isn't it? Or at least Over The Rhine lyrics quoting Frost? Good taste.

[DT1]

Originally Posted by joeydurango

Nice truck.

I want to see more of the Ochre Cheyenne. Thinking about one of those right now.

Frost, isn't it? Or at least Over The Rhine lyrics quoting Frost? Good taste.

Yes, Frost. Used in the movie Telefon with Charles Bronson.
Some pics of the Ochre Ogar...

[73737373]

Very pretty. Of all of them ever made, LWB Ochre/white is my favorite. Ochre one talks to the red one all the time......