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ckhd · 05-28-2002, 10:16 AM

And what do they contain? Are they worth the money? Do they really contain all the repair information?

johnnyp · 05-28-2002, 10:39 AM

JMO - If you own a 67-72, you need this manual.

oldred · 05-28-2002, 11:26 AM

I'd suggest getting one. It has chassis info, torque specs, and wiring diagrams. I've used mine quite a bit.

Burlinator · 05-28-2002, 11:44 AM

don't have one myself but have used them b4

RodC · 05-28-2002, 11:45 AM

I have the '71 it is invaluable. I picked it up for about 15 bucks. Mine is an original print. I know you can buy reprints for $25.

You can see some of the diagrams, pics I have scaned at:

http://community.webshots.com/user/rod_childers

*Shane* · 05-28-2002, 12:24 PM

I bought a 1968 Chassis Service Manual from 68 Suburban about a month ago. I don't see how anyone could not have one after looking through this thing. It is packed full of great information.

I am also looking for an original print on a 1970 model as well, if anyone has one that they want to part with.

BTW - 68 Suburban is a great guy to do business with!!!

NuBomb · 05-28-2002, 01:30 PM

Thanks for the post I was thinking about getting one and this sealed the deal. This board it great!

Erl · 05-28-2002, 01:38 PM

I purchased an official 68 GMC factory service manual and thought it was better than the Chevy. The GMC only covered the 1/2, 3/4, and 1 ton trucks, unlike the chevy which goes up to 2 or 3 ton commercial. I have just purchased an official GMC parts book (760 pages) for $80.

68 Suburban · 05-28-2002, 01:39 PM

I have copies of almost every year if anyone needs any.

**PICKMUP** · 05-29-2002, 02:45 AM

The service & assembly manuals are a must if you are putting these trucks together. DID YOU SEE THAT MOOSE???

68ChevC10 · 05-29-2002, 09:45 AM

That manual is awesome. I have it, the assembly sheets and a Haynes for my 68. The service manual's the one I use the most.

68ChevC10

mtdave2 · 05-29-2002, 10:35 AM

i need a set if anyone has one for sale.. 72 c20...

ckhd · 05-29-2002, 11:00 AM

Thanks for the input guys, and thanks for answering the poll. It's cool because a lot of people are more willing to answer a poll than post a reply!

Thanks for that feature, Josh!

I'll be picking up some of the manuals...

JJR · 05-29-2002, 11:36 AM

Check ebay for new reprints and old original manuals. I picked up an original 1966 C10 service manual for my brother-in-law for $15 including shipping. There are always 67-72 manuals on there. Just make sure you check what the going rate for the manuals are so you don't overpay.

kevins67gmc · 05-29-2002, 11:41 AM

I have a few I use them all the time now only if gmc models were as easy to find Kevin

popeye72 · 05-29-2002, 07:03 PM

Have not gotten one yet , but I will be soon, lots of good info I'm thinkin. Even though ya get quite a bit from here!

kingparts2 · 05-31-2002, 10:32 PM

If you have a truck the service manual is necessary. It is my first choice for keeping a truck on the road. I think the assembly manual is a better choice for putting one together or taking it apart, but it is for all the years and body types, so is a one time purchase.

PanelDeland · 05-31-2002, 10:53 PM

Just a tip from a guy who bought a reprint.I bought one in the plastic wrap and did not open it until I got home two days later(I was at a show several hours drive away from home).It would be very useful IF IT WAS A DECENT REPRINT!!! Unfortunately the printwork is of such poor quality that it is nearly useless in some cases, so check it out before you buy.

kingparts2 · 05-31-2002, 11:16 PM

Deland,

That sucks that you got a bad copy. But like so much of these parts, there is only one authorized source for the reprints.

I understand some one now has a copy of the manuals on CD. It also include copies of the original sales lit too.

Any one have a source for them??

*big71* · 06-01-2002, 12:10 AM

no but got this

*Shane* · 06-01-2002, 12:15 AM

We have all seen that big71........several times now........thanks for sharing

*big71* · 06-01-2002, 12:20 AM

just makeing sure

greasemonkey · 06-01-2002, 12:41 PM

lol @ Shane. As for the manuals, I got the '69 and also an original owner's manual from Chevy Duty. It is an excellent buy, I'd suggest it to anyone.

MIKE'67 · 06-01-2002, 10:37 PM

I have two of them for my '67. An original that is with my other '67 advertisements, books etc., and a reprint that I'm not afraid to get dirty. My reprint is good quality. I have seen these offered on CD ROM also.

Wabash · 06-02-2002, 03:20 AM

i have 1 and they are very handy

View Poll Results: Are these service manuals worth it?
Yes! A bargain at twice the price	24	32.88%
Pretty good. Lots of info	29	39.73%
Not really. A bargain at half the price	1	1.37%
No. Buy a Haynes or a Chilton	2	2.74%
Don\'t know. I haven\'t seen one	17	23.29%
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05-28-2002, 10:16 AM	#1
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Anyone have these? And what do they contain? Are they worth the money? Do they really contain all the repair information? __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

05-28-2002, 10:39 AM	#2
johnnyp Keepin' It Stock Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Grand Island, Nebraska, USA Posts: 554	JMO - If you own a 67-72, you need this manual. __________________ 72 Sierra Grande - Maych Forget about "do it right the first time". Do it wrong the first time to learn how, then do it right the second time.

05-28-2002, 11:26 AM	#3
oldred Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 15	I'd suggest getting one. It has chassis info, torque specs, and wiring diagrams. I've used mine quite a bit. __________________ 1967 Chevy shortbox

05-28-2002, 11:44 AM	#4
Burlinator Just Another Crazy Canuck Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Richmond,British Columbia Canada Posts: 1,228	don't have one myself but have used them b4 __________________ 1985 454/465/205, 38.5x11-16BOGGERS soon to be installed: 14bDETROIT,Edelbrock Performer cam,intake and valve springs,Comp roller tips,MSD HEI

05-28-2002, 11:45 AM	#5
RodC Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Fairmont WV Posts: 304	I have the '71 it is invaluable. I picked it up for about 15 bucks. Mine is an original print. I know you can buy reprints for $25. You can see some of the diagrams, pics I have scaned at: http://community.webshots.com/user/rod_childers __________________ Rod Childers '71 C10 Stepside

05-28-2002, 12:24 PM	#6
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	I bought a 1968 Chassis Service Manual from 68 Suburban about a month ago. I don't see how anyone could not have one after looking through this thing. It is packed full of great information. I am also looking for an original print on a 1970 model as well, if anyone has one that they want to part with. BTW - 68 Suburban is a great guy to do business with!!! Last edited by Shane; 05-28-2002 at 12:27 PM.

05-28-2002, 01:30 PM	#7
NuBomb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Canton, Georgia, USA Posts: 1,119	Thanks for the post I was thinking about getting one and this sealed the deal. This board it great! __________________ Jeremy (NUBOMB) 72K5 CST 350/350/205 1951 Chevy 1/2 ton North Georgia Group "... And the first rule to being a man is you gotta spend your life doing crap you don't wanna do." Red Forman.

05-28-2002, 01:38 PM	#8
Erl Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 555	I purchased an official 68 GMC factory service manual and thought it was better than the Chevy. The GMC only covered the 1/2, 3/4, and 1 ton trucks, unlike the chevy which goes up to 2 or 3 ton commercial. I have just purchased an official GMC parts book (760 pages) for $80. __________________ 1968 GMC 305 V6 3/4 4x4 Stepside 06 Corvette Daily Driver Dallas TX

05-28-2002, 01:39 PM	#9
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	I have copies of almost every year if anyone needs any. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

05-29-2002, 02:45 AM	#10
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	The service & assembly manuals are a must if you are putting these trucks together. DID YOU SEE THAT MOOSE??? __________________ Email: frankeham@comcast.net Phone: 360-956-7170

05-29-2002, 09:45 AM	#11
68ChevC10 I am Kayser Soze Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 116	That manual is awesome. I have it, the assembly sheets and a Haynes for my 68. The service manual's the one I use the most. 68ChevC10 __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C10 Stepside. My driver. Ain't life cool.

05-29-2002, 10:35 AM	#12
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,521	i need a set if anyone has one for sale.. 72 c20... __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

05-29-2002, 11:00 AM	#13
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Thanks for the input guys, and thanks for answering the poll. It's cool because a lot of people are more willing to answer a poll than post a reply! Thanks for that feature, Josh! I'll be picking up some of the manuals... __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

05-29-2002, 11:36 AM	#14
JJR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Leesburg, GA Posts: 746	Check ebay for new reprints and old original manuals. I picked up an original 1966 C10 service manual for my brother-in-law for $15 including shipping. There are always 67-72 manuals on there. Just make sure you check what the going rate for the manuals are so you don't overpay. __________________ FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Second Owner 70 C-10 Second Owner 93 GMC C1500 Third Owner 99 C2500 Crew Cab Short Bed



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05-29-2002, 11:41 AM	#15
kevins67gmc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Poulsbo, W.A. Posts: 44	I have a few I use them all the time now only if gmc models were as easy to find Kevin __________________ kevins67gmc Poulsbo,WA

05-29-2002, 07:03 PM	#16
popeye72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: chesapeake, va Posts: 172	Have not gotten one yet , but I will be soon, lots of good info I'm thinkin. Even though ya get quite a bit from here! __________________ 72 Custom, 400SB,T400,PS,PB,AC Chesapeake, VA

05-31-2002, 10:32 PM	#17
kingparts2 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Columbia, SC USA Posts: 57	If you have a truck the service manual is necessary. It is my first choice for keeping a truck on the road. I think the assembly manual is a better choice for putting one together or taking it apart, but it is for all the years and body types, so is a one time purchase. __________________ Ron King Give me fuel, give me fire, give me that which I desire. Metallica Ever notice in the old Superman shows, he would stand there as the bullets bounced off his chest, but duck when they threw the gun at him!!! Columbia, South Carolina

05-31-2002, 10:53 PM	#18
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Just a tip from a guy who bought a reprint.I bought one in the plastic wrap and did not open it until I got home two days later(I was at a show several hours drive away from home).It would be very useful IF IT WAS A DECENT REPRINT!!! Unfortunately the printwork is of such poor quality that it is nearly useless in some cases, so check it out before you buy. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

05-31-2002, 11:16 PM	#19
kingparts2 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Columbia, SC USA Posts: 57	Deland, That sucks that you got a bad copy. But like so much of these parts, there is only one authorized source for the reprints. I understand some one now has a copy of the manuals on CD. It also include copies of the original sales lit too. Any one have a source for them?? __________________ Ron King Give me fuel, give me fire, give me that which I desire. Metallica Ever notice in the old Superman shows, he would stand there as the bullets bounced off his chest, but duck when they threw the gun at him!!! Columbia, South Carolina

06-01-2002, 12:10 AM	#20
big71 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: JONESVILL NC Posts: 1,303	no but got this Attached Images

06-01-2002, 12:15 AM	#21
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	We have all seen that big71........several times now........thanks for sharing

06-01-2002, 12:20 AM	#22
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06-01-2002, 12:41 PM	#23
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	lol @ Shane. As for the manuals, I got the '69 and also an original owner's manual from Chevy Duty. It is an excellent buy, I'd suggest it to anyone. __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500

06-01-2002, 10:37 PM	#24
MIKE'67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Albertville, Alabama USA Posts: 299	I have two of them for my '67. An original that is with my other '67 advertisements, books etc., and a reprint that I'm not afraid to get dirty. My reprint is good quality. I have seen these offered on CD ROM also. __________________ 1977 Short Stepside, black, 350/350. Located in Albertville, Alabama.

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06-02-2002, 03:20 AM	#25
Wabash Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 534	i have 1 and they are very handy __________________ 1972 C/10 LWB 1972 K/5 Blazer