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1968 baby blue C10 · 04-17-2018, 09:02 PM

My dad and I were talking about it the other day. He said his 72 had them back in the day. We’re they a factory option? Trim package specific? Only on specific years? Or aftermarket?

**Curtb1971** · 04-17-2018, 09:28 PM

They are factory "deluxe" side makers. Great questions there and would like to know more also. I know they came on 71, 72 cheyenne supers but have seen them on 70 CST trucks as well.

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-17-2018, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Curtb1971

They are factory "deluxe" side makers. Great questions there and would like to know more also. I know they came on 71, 72 cheyenne supers but have seen them on 70 CST trucks as well.

We were kind of leaning towards them being an upper trim level option when we were talking. I have wanted to change mine since I got my truck to the solid ones because I figured they were base model original. I couldn't find any information on the internet about it though.

**Pro299** · 04-17-2018, 10:57 PM

My 72 Cheyenne has them. Pretty sure they're original, because there isn't a lot of color left in them.

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-17-2018, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Pro299

My 72 Cheyenne has them. Pretty sure they're original, because there isn't a lot of color left in them.

That’s exactly the same year and trim package of my dad’s truck. I’m beginning to think it’s trim level specific.

Andy4639 · 04-18-2018, 07:12 AM

71 &72 only, depending on the trim package you had.

68panelman · 04-18-2018, 07:17 AM

These actually started in 1969. Original markers have the DOT date of '69 on them

volksworld · 04-18-2018, 09:35 AM

i believe these were standard on the vans

**jocko** · 04-18-2018, 10:10 AM

Standard for RPO Z84 and YE9 starting in 69. So, in 69-70, CST got them, and in 71/72, Cheyenne and Cheyenne Super did.

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-18-2018, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jocko

Standard for RPO Z84 and YE9 starting in 69. So, in 69-70, CST got them, and in 71/72, Cheyenne and Cheyenne Super did.

Thanks guys, this is exactly the info I was looking for. I am definitely changing mine now.

**FirstOwner69** · 04-18-2018, 12:28 PM

My 69 CST had the standard non-lighted markers when I bought it in 1969. I later noticed that other 1969 CSTs had lighted deluxe markers along with some other items (headliner, cargo light and a couple other things). I contacted Chevrolet and asked why. Their response was that my truck was produced the second week of December and that these items were added about a week after my truck was made. I believe that may also have been when lights were required in the markers (before Jan. 1, 1969?).

Based on this, I'd say the deluxe markers were added on the top trim line during Dec., 1968, and the top 2 trim lines in 1971.

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-18-2018, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

My 69 CST had the standard non-lighted markers when I bought it in 1969. I later noticed that other 1969 CSTs had them along with some other items (headliner, cargo light and a couple other things). I contacted Chevrolet and asked why. Their response was that my truck was produced the second week of December and that these items were added about a week after my truck was made. I believe that may also have been when lights were required in the markers (before Jan. 1, 1969?).

Based on this, I'd say the deluxe markers were added on the top trim line during Dec., 1968, and the top 2 trim lines in 1971.

Wow that is very interesting. There were so many mid year changes on these trucks it’s mind boggling. The first hand accounts are exactly what I was lookin for, thanks for the info.

davepl · 04-18-2018, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

71 &72 only, depending on the trim package you had.

My '70 has them.

70 was also the first year, I believe, of them flashing with the turn signal.

**jocko** · 04-20-2018, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

My 69 CST had the standard non-lighted markers when I bought it in 1969. I later noticed that other 1969 CSTs had them along with some other items (headliner, cargo light and a couple other things). I contacted Chevrolet and asked why. Their response was that my truck was produced the second week of December and that these items were added about a week after my truck was made. I believe that may also have been when lights were required in the markers (before Jan. 1, 1969?).

Based on this, I'd say the deluxe markers were added on the top trim line during Dec., 1968, and the top 2 trim lines in 1971.

Holy cow, can't get much better info that that! That's some good stuff right there!

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Curtb1971 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Erie Colorado Posts: 1,022	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? They are factory "deluxe" side makers. Great questions there and would like to know more also. I know they came on 71, 72 cheyenne supers but have seen them on 70 CST trucks as well. __________________ 1971 LSX "Bonnie" build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8026381 paypal is curtbarton1971@yahoo.com

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Pro299 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 75	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? My 72 Cheyenne has them. Pretty sure they're original, because there isn't a lot of color left in them.

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Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? 71 &72 only, depending on the trim package you had. __________________ 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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68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,458	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? These actually started in 1969. Original markers have the DOT date of '69 on them

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volksworld Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: formerly NY currentlyNC Posts: 390	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? i believe these were standard on the vans __________________ 1970 short step c10 leaf spring 454

04-18-2018, 10:10 AM	#9
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? Standard for RPO Z84 and YE9 starting in 69. So, in 69-70, CST got them, and in 71/72, Cheyenne and Cheyenne Super did.

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FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: Are the split marker lights factory or aftermarket? My 69 CST had the standard non-lighted markers when I bought it in 1969. I later noticed that other 1969 CSTs had lighted deluxe markers along with some other items (headliner, cargo light and a couple other things). I contacted Chevrolet and asked why. Their response was that my truck was produced the second week of December and that these items were added about a week after my truck was made. I believe that may also have been when lights were required in the markers (before Jan. 1, 1969?). Based on this, I'd say the deluxe markers were added on the top trim line during Dec., 1968, and the top 2 trim lines in 1971. Last edited by FirstOwner69; 04-20-2018 at 04:24 PM.



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