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trukman1 · 04-11-2016, 01:11 PM

I was looking a for an A/C dash in the Brothers and LMC catalogs and they both show 1968-72 but no 1967.

I'm wondering if the 1967 trucks even came with A/C.

I can't figure out why the 1968 dash wouldn't be the same as the 1967.

Anybody have any idea why they would be different?

BTW, I Googled and didn't see anything that helped.

Thanks!

SS Tim · 04-11-2016, 01:52 PM

67s were offered with the C60 air conditioning.

The Truck Shop www.truckandcarshop.com lists their control heads as fitting 67-72.

Southern Kentucky Classics www.sokyclassics.com also lists 67-72.

68Gold/white · 04-11-2016, 02:01 PM

I have a 67 w/ air. cannot tell any difference from my 68 w/ air...

67ChevyRedneck · 04-11-2016, 02:10 PM

The 67's had a "one year only" ignition switch that is much smaller than the 68-72. That may be the reason, they didn't want to tool up a whole new dash stamping for just the 67 ignition switch, so they're listed as 68-72. You can just use a 68-72 ignition switch, or cut out and weld in one for a 67.

Do you actually need a new dash? It's easy to cut the vents into these dashes, there's even templates floating around... If your radio area is trashed, you can replace that with a repro patch and cut the holes for A/C out.

trukman1 · 04-12-2016, 10:51 AM

I'd like to thank everyone for their responses. I couldn't imagine '67's w/o A/C (thanks SSTim and 68Gold/white for clearing that up) but didn't understand the missing year in the catalogs. 67ChevyRedneck's explanation of the ignition switch was a real eye opener. I'm now going to track down some templates. I haven't started my truck restoration yet since I'm trying to gather parts and get my plan together to make this as smooth as possible. Thanks all! Gary

67ChevyRedneck · 04-12-2016, 11:17 AM

You can see the size difference. I also forgot about the cigarette lighter, it's really small on 67's and huge on 68-72's.

1967 dash (my truck)

1968-72 (pic I found on the ole interweb)

Andy4639 · 04-12-2016, 11:52 AM

Jesse is correct. That is the only things I know that are different on them. My 67 I had for a short while had factory AC and over drive.

04-11-2016, 01:11 PM	#1
trukman1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Beavercreek, Ohio 45431 Posts: 737	1967 Truck A/C Question I was looking a for an A/C dash in the Brothers and LMC catalogs and they both show 1968-72 but no 1967. I'm wondering if the 1967 trucks even came with A/C. I can't figure out why the 1968 dash wouldn't be the same as the 1967. Anybody have any idea why they would be different? BTW, I Googled and didn't see anything that helped. Thanks! __________________ 1967 K30 461/TH400/Np205/D60/14FF/BDS MTZ 375/75/16 on 16x10 Pro Comps

04-11-2016, 01:52 PM	#2
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question 67s were offered with the C60 air conditioning. The Truck Shop www.truckandcarshop.com lists their control heads as fitting 67-72. Southern Kentucky Classics www.sokyclassics.com also lists 67-72. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

04-11-2016, 02:01 PM	#3
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,405	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question I have a 67 w/ air. cannot tell any difference from my 68 w/ air...

04-11-2016, 02:10 PM	#4
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question The 67's had a "one year only" ignition switch that is much smaller than the 68-72. That may be the reason, they didn't want to tool up a whole new dash stamping for just the 67 ignition switch, so they're listed as 68-72. You can just use a 68-72 ignition switch, or cut out and weld in one for a 67. Do you actually need a new dash? It's easy to cut the vents into these dashes, there's even templates floating around... If your radio area is trashed, you can replace that with a repro patch and cut the holes for A/C out. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

04-12-2016, 10:51 AM	#5
trukman1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Beavercreek, Ohio 45431 Posts: 737	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question I'd like to thank everyone for their responses. I couldn't imagine '67's w/o A/C (thanks SSTim and 68Gold/white for clearing that up) but didn't understand the missing year in the catalogs. 67ChevyRedneck's explanation of the ignition switch was a real eye opener. I'm now going to track down some templates. I haven't started my truck restoration yet since I'm trying to gather parts and get my plan together to make this as smooth as possible. Thanks all! Gary __________________ 1967 K30 461/TH400/Np205/D60/14FF/BDS MTZ 375/75/16 on 16x10 Pro Comps

04-12-2016, 11:17 AM	#6
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question You can see the size difference. I also forgot about the cigarette lighter, it's really small on 67's and huge on 68-72's. 1967 dash (my truck) 1968-72 (pic I found on the ole interweb) __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

04-12-2016, 11:52 AM	#7
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: 1967 Truck A/C Question Jesse is correct. That is the only things I know that are different on them. My 67 I had for a short while had factory AC and over drive. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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