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Eric Johnson · 12-26-2018, 10:45 AM

Anyone know why Chevy/GMCs hood was changed to high angle in 69. Just a styling change? Clearance issue?

**ho70** · 12-26-2018, 11:00 AM

I heard that the GM designer of the 67 left GM because he was ticked they changed the hood and went to Hot Wheels. Back then they changed styles from year to year.

cardude · 12-26-2018, 11:07 AM

Heard long ago it was to help deflect bugs off the windshield better!

**special-K** · 12-26-2018, 11:38 PM

Just a styling change.

darrellyates · 12-26-2018, 11:45 PM

In the article posted here is was because that Ford and Dodge trucks looked more masculine... GM didn't care for the more delicate car-like look, and they tried to "toughen up" the profile and image of the truck... And yes, the design team was not amused. Kind of went against everything they tried to do with the truck with the design change.

I still prefer the hood and appearance of the 67-68 trucks. I believe them to be the best looking...

So much so, in fact, that my '68 Anniversary truck actually uses a 1970 cab, and is titled as such. I built it as a '68 as much as I could, as it's the one I like....

So there you go. True confession. If you know my truck, and see me, you can call me on it and I'll tell you the truth...

KQQL IT · 12-27-2018, 12:44 AM

I'm partial to the '68s but the 67 and 68 and the 71 and 72 are my favorites. Dont care so much for 69-70's

Eric Johnson · 12-27-2018, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by darrellyates

In the article posted here is was because that Ford and Dodge trucks looked more masculine... GM didn't care for the more delicate car-like look, and they tried to "toughen up" the profile and image of the truck... And yes, the design team was not amused. Kind of went against everything they tried to do with the truck with the design change.

I still prefer the hood and appearance of the 67-68 trucks. I believe them to be the best looking...

So much so, in fact, that my '68 Anniversary truck actually uses a 1970 cab, and is titled as such. I built it as a '68 as much as I could, as it's the one I like....

So there you go. True confession. If you know my truck, and see me, you can call me on it and I'll tell you the truth...

Pretty cool information. Thanks!

flashed · 12-27-2018, 01:57 PM

I have a Sickness , I love them ALL.

ubtripn · 12-27-2018, 02:18 PM

I know it sounds strange but the 67-68 for the 2 wheel drives and the Blunter nose models for the four wheel drives fit best for me. The 67 was a pretty radical change for its day.

Markuli · 12-27-2018, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ubtripn

I know it sounds strange but the 67-68 for the 2 wheel drives and the Blunter nose models for the four wheel drives fit best for me. The 67 was a pretty radical change for its day.

I share the same exact sentiments. If I could only ever own 2 of these trucks (and I only have 1 at the moment), my dream pair would be a baby blue 67-68 C10 nice'n low to the street, and a firetruck red 69-72 K10 on some not-huge-but-beefy mud tires.

Oh, and both have to be white-tops!

**mike1971c10** · 12-28-2018, 12:15 PM

I love the 67-68 front end. I bought my 71 with a 67 front and bed. It's nice having 5 lug wheels and disc brakes to go with this design
mike

darrellyates · 12-28-2018, 12:51 PM

Amazing... Looks almost like the one I did about 12 years ago!!!

Mine really was a 1968 though... I did the 5 lug conversion, front and rear and had 4 wheel disc brakes... 5.3 vortec, 4L60e, I think it's in Alabama now...

I like yours though!!!

Best wishes for a Happy New Year!!

**special-K** · 12-29-2018, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ubtripn

I know it sounds strange but the 67-68 for the 2 wheel drives and the Blunter nose models for the four wheel drives fit best for me. The 67 was a pretty radical change for its day.

Same here. Boxy and blunt is good with a taller 4wd. Lends to the toughness. Sleek and aerodynamic are not even factors involved. I like them all. Have had mostly 4wd blunt noses and a mix of both in 2wds. The many years I have driven these trucks I don't recall anyone paying that much mind to the different hoods until I came here and the talk slowly rose out of the pages with swapping the 67/68 front ends. Mostly people were killing GMCs because they had to have a Chevy grille. I'm glad to see the eyes have opened to allow more respect the GMCs, GM's great truck company.

71gmcC15 · 12-31-2018, 04:31 PM

I pafer the GMC grill over the Chevys. its more classy. I think. And the quad headlights look cooler at night.

cleszkie · 01-02-2019, 02:04 PM

I got a little bit of both designs. Tall and rugged from the side view, and sleek and sexy from the front view.

RustyBucket · 01-02-2019, 08:01 PM

I like the slant noses... had a '68 for a long time, have 2 "blunt noses" currently. I kinda imagine an air intake in that flat vertical slab. It could have a 3.5" x 24" rectangular slot sliced into the front of the hood, on one side or both. It could scoop in cold air, rain water, dirt, bugs, birds..... It could be dressed with some trim around the opening and coarse screen added to keep possums & squirrels out. Maybe I'll get inspired later and cut some different shapes and sizes out of black construction paper and stick 'em on to see if it looks too STOOPID. I wouldn't do it to either of my mild motored trucks but I might consider it with a performance engine swap. Hot rod engines do like cold dense air.
Maybe I didn't IMAGINE this, I might've seen a picture somewhere.

71gmcC15 · 01-02-2019, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by RustyBucket

I like the slant noses... had a '68 for a long time, have 2 "blunt noses" currently. I kinda imagine an air intake in that flat vertical slab. It could have a 3.5" x 24" rectangular slot sliced into the front of the hood, on one side or both. It could scoop in cold air, rain water, dirt, bugs, birds..... It could be dressed with some trim around the opening and coarse screen added to keep possums & squirrels out. Maybe I'll get inspired later and cut some different shapes and sizes out of black construction paper and stick 'em on to see if it looks too STOOPID. I wouldn't do it to either of my mild motored trucks but I might consider it with a performance engine swap. Hot rod engines do like cold dense air.
Maybe I didn't IMAGINE this, I might've seen a picture somewhere.

Ive also thought about this. If i had a junk hood to play with i would do.

**special-K** · 01-03-2019, 10:43 AM

I figure the grille is big enough as is. I think more intake, especially up there, would look excessive and detract from the appearance. I swear I have seen it done but don't know where. Maybe a competition vehicle, but it didn't make it look better.

They may have gone to the blunt, more truck-like (we know it was that), nose to accommodate the rapidly growing personal use 4wd and RV market. I mean '69 was first year for K/5, '70 4wd was available for the first time across the line-up, Suburbans had become much more comfortable & bigger, and campers were a huge market. Things had expanded well beyond the C/10 pickup.

I like them all in any form. But if I could only have a 4wd and a 2wd it's 4wd 69-72 and 2wd 67/68. I want the blunt on a tall 4wd (that should have a winch bumper on front) and sleek on a short 2wd. More utility on one and more style on the other, in it's general outline.
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I'd really like to have an example of all. A 67/68 K-model is not wimpy looking and a 69-72 is no ugly duck
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12-26-2018, 10:45 AM	#1
Eric Johnson Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Millbrook, New York Posts: 88	67 68 hood angle Anyone know why Chevy/GMCs hood was changed to high angle in 69. Just a styling change? Clearance issue? __________________ 1967 GMC 3/4 ton custom. 283 4 speed unrestored

12-26-2018, 11:00 AM	#2
ho70 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Winnipeg, Mb Posts: 1,115	Re: 67 68 hood angle I heard that the GM designer of the 67 left GM because he was ticked they changed the hood and went to Hot Wheels. Back then they changed styles from year to year. Last edited by ho70; 12-27-2018 at 03:04 PM.

12-26-2018, 11:07 AM	#3
cardude Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Astoria, OR Posts: 72	Re: 67 68 hood angle Heard long ago it was to help deflect bugs off the windshield better!

12-26-2018, 11:38 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 67 68 hood angle Just a styling change. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-26-2018, 11:45 PM	#5
darrellyates Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Gallatin TN Posts: 376	Re: 67 68 hood angle In the article posted here is was because that Ford and Dodge trucks looked more masculine... GM didn't care for the more delicate car-like look, and they tried to "toughen up" the profile and image of the truck... And yes, the design team was not amused. Kind of went against everything they tried to do with the truck with the design change. I still prefer the hood and appearance of the 67-68 trucks. I believe them to be the best looking... So much so, in fact, that my '68 Anniversary truck actually uses a 1970 cab, and is titled as such. I built it as a '68 as much as I could, as it's the one I like.... So there you go. True confession. If you know my truck, and see me, you can call me on it and I'll tell you the truth...

12-27-2018, 12:44 AM	#6
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,260	Re: 67 68 hood angle I'm partial to the '68s but the 67 and 68 and the 71 and 72 are my favorites. Dont care so much for 69-70's __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

12-27-2018, 01:57 PM	#8
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: 67 68 hood angle I have a Sickness , I love them ALL.

12-27-2018, 02:18 PM	#9
ubtripn Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 1,280	Re: 67 68 hood angle I know it sounds strange but the 67-68 for the 2 wheel drives and the Blunter nose models for the four wheel drives fit best for me. The 67 was a pretty radical change for its day.

12-28-2018, 12:15 PM	#11
mike1971c10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: phoenix az Posts: 452	Re: 67 68 hood angle I love the 67-68 front end. I bought my 71 with a 67 front and bed. It's nice having 5 lug wheels and disc brakes to go with this design mike Attached Images __________________ my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522167 vietnam vet 67-68

12-28-2018, 12:51 PM	#12
darrellyates Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Gallatin TN Posts: 376	Re: 67 68 hood angle Amazing... Looks almost like the one I did about 12 years ago!!! Mine really was a 1968 though... I did the 5 lug conversion, front and rear and had 4 wheel disc brakes... 5.3 vortec, 4L60e, I think it's in Alabama now... I like yours though!!! Best wishes for a Happy New Year!! Attached Images

12-31-2018, 04:31 PM	#14
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: 67 68 hood angle I pafer the GMC grill over the Chevys. its more classy. I think. And the quad headlights look cooler at night. Attached Images __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

01-02-2019, 02:04 PM	#15
cleszkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 2,191	Re: 67 68 hood angle I got a little bit of both designs. Tall and rugged from the side view, and sleek and sexy from the front view. Attached Images

01-02-2019, 08:01 PM	#16
RustyBucket Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Space Coast, Fl. Posts: 1,055	Re: 67 68 hood angle I like the slant noses... had a '68 for a long time, have 2 "blunt noses" currently. I kinda imagine an air intake in that flat vertical slab. It could have a 3.5" x 24" rectangular slot sliced into the front of the hood, on one side or both. It could scoop in cold air, rain water, dirt, bugs, birds..... It could be dressed with some trim around the opening and coarse screen added to keep possums & squirrels out. Maybe I'll get inspired later and cut some different shapes and sizes out of black construction paper and stick 'em on to see if it looks too STOOPID. I wouldn't do it to either of my mild motored trucks but I might consider it with a performance engine swap. Hot rod engines do like cold dense air. Maybe I didn't IMAGINE this, I might've seen a picture somewhere. __________________ Dad always said, "Son, WISH IN ONE HAND, and ......." -------------------------------------- -------------------------------------- Current toy trucks: '71 GMC 1500 SUPER CUSTOM short/step, orig. dk. blue, 350/700r, ps,pb, A/C '72 Blazer 2wd, ochre & white, 454, tremecTKO 500 5spd. ps, pb, A/C, tilt Last 10yrs of hobby vehicles, had a FEW more in the 50yrs. before these: '66 Plymouth Belvedere City of Miami cop car clone. '70 Nova 406"sb, 13.5-1, solid roller, Brodix, p.glide/t.brake, back halved, 9" Ford, spool 4.88, cage,ladder bar/coilover, 10.5 tire....... SOLD!! '67 C10 short/step side mount spare -- SOLD!! '72 Jimmy 2wd, 350/350, ps, pb, fun driver, lots of bondo & a shiny red paint job..... SOLD!! '69 Nova 350, 4spd, A/C, ps, p.b, ...SOLD!!

01-03-2019, 10:43 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 67 68 hood angle I figure the grille is big enough as is. I think more intake, especially up there, would look excessive and detract from the appearance. I swear I have seen it done but don't know where. Maybe a competition vehicle, but it didn't make it look better. They may have gone to the blunt, more truck-like (we know it was that), nose to accommodate the rapidly growing personal use 4wd and RV market. I mean '69 was first year for K/5, '70 4wd was available for the first time across the line-up, Suburbans had become much more comfortable & bigger, and campers were a huge market. Things had expanded well beyond the C/10 pickup. I like them all in any form. But if I could only have a 4wd and a 2wd it's 4wd 69-72 and 2wd 67/68. I want the blunt on a tall 4wd (that should have a winch bumper on front) and sleek on a short 2wd. More utility on one and more style on the other, in it's general outline. I'd really like to have an example of all. A 67/68 K-model is not wimpy looking and a 69-72 is no ugly duck __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 01-03-2019 at 10:54 AM.



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