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Mike80D · 02-23-2022, 03:12 PM

These things are like potato chips...you can’t have just one. Found this original 68 near me. These things don’t happen often in my area. She’s a little rough around the edges, but a nice old rig. 307 engine, 4 speed, and the ridiculously low geared Eaton(?) I believe. I definitely need to get the correct seat cover back on it if anyone knows exactly what I need to be looking for. It’s also got a healthy set of helper springs on the rear axle. Are those front ones factory?? Was 68 the last year for those style cab lights? I’ve been wanting an “all weather” driver. We all love pics, so here are a few.

Mike80D · 02-23-2022, 03:14 PM

More pics

**dave6672** · 02-24-2022, 09:10 AM

Mike as I mentioned on your FB post, that is an awesome original truck that is hard to find in our area, especially in original, not messed with, not completely rusted/ragged out condition. Congrats.

**Joesjunk** · 02-24-2022, 09:13 AM

Nice find! Looks like a good one

Mike80D · 02-24-2022, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by dave6672

Mike as I mentioned on your FB post, that is an awesome original truck that is hard to find in our area, especially in original, not messed with, not completely rusted/ragged out condition. Congrats.

Thanks! Couldn’t agree more. When you look at so many, you just know when you find a good one. Looks like we might have some nice weather next week. I’m dying to roll up my sleeves, and get to cleaning!

Mike80D · 02-24-2022, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

Nice find! Looks like a good one

Thanks Joe! She’s got a little weight reduction, but the bones are all still good. It’s as good of a truck that you can ask for around these parts.

**68bowtie** · 02-24-2022, 11:24 AM

So COOL! I love an original black 68, even though the paint typically didn’t weather well. Something awesome about it. That even has most the trim and hubcaps.

The seat would have been this material and color, but separated into two parts in the pattern of the white/gold pictured below…

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Mike80D · 02-24-2022, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

So COOL! I love an original black 68, even though the paint typically didn’t weather well. Something awesome about it. That even has most the trim and hubcaps.

The seat would have been this material and color, but separated into two parts in the pattern of the white/gold pictured below…

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Thanks for the info. That red looks beautiful. I contacted SMS. They have the material, now I’ve just got to decide weather or not to pull the trigger. It’s very much lipstick on a pig at this point, but I don’t know where I’m going to find the correct cover cheaper.

**dagnabbitt** · 02-24-2022, 01:17 PM

Wow what a beaut, I will trade you for mine.

I have to imagine black with red interior was not common, I haven't seen many like yours.

**68bowtie** · 02-24-2022, 03:12 PM

If you do the seat cover (I’d be tempted too), you’ll want to do that steering wheel next…

Mike80D · 02-24-2022, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

If you do the seat cover (I’d be tempted too), you’ll want to do that steering wheel next…

You’re 100% correct! Where does it end haha. Here is a sample I was emailed from SMS. The 68 sales literature shows the pattern running horizontal. I just want to make sure that is correct.

jumpsoffrock · 02-24-2022, 08:56 PM

If you don't want the steering wheel, give me a price, and if I can swing it I'll buy it. Shipping might suck though.

toms68cst · 02-24-2022, 09:07 PM

Great find! Looks like it's pretty solid. That thing was built for some real heavy duty work.

I gotta say, that's the first 67-72 truck I've seen with a FACTORY rear step bumper. I didn't even know there was such a thing. Pretty unusual option I think.

68Gold/white · 02-24-2022, 09:54 PM

Whoa, that’s a legit spare tire!!!

Congrats!!!!

**jocko** · 02-24-2022, 10:32 PM

that's a beauty, nice find!

**68bowtie** · 02-25-2022, 12:22 AM

Is this clear plastic wrap like they put on seats to preserve them? I’ve never seen that on sun visors?

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Mike80D · 02-25-2022, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

Is this clear plastic wrap like they put on seats to preserve them? I’ve never seen that on sun visors?

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I’ve not seen the seat wrap in person, but the plastic on the visors does appear to be factory. I’m sure it’s brittle, so I’m going to be careful about using them!

Mike80D · 02-25-2022, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by toms68cst

Great find! Looks like it's pretty solid. That thing was built for some real heavy duty work.

I gotta say, that's the first 67-72 truck I've seen with a FACTORY rear step bumper. I didn't even know there was such a thing. Pretty unusual option I think.

Good point. Most were dealer add-on, which I always thought were neat with the dealer name stamped into them.

Mike80D · 02-25-2022, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Whoa, that’s a legit spare tire!!!

Congrats!!!!

Yes, as in last resort

Mike80D · 02-25-2022, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jocko

that's a beauty, nice find!

Much obliged! Itching to get it cleaned up.

02-23-2022, 03:12 PM	#1
Mike80D Registered User Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Crab Orchard KY Posts: 282	New to me 68 C20 These things are like potato chips...you can’t have just one. Found this original 68 near me. These things don’t happen often in my area. She’s a little rough around the edges, but a nice old rig. 307 engine, 4 speed, and the ridiculously low geared Eaton(?) I believe. I definitely need to get the correct seat cover back on it if anyone knows exactly what I need to be looking for. It’s also got a healthy set of helper springs on the rear axle. Are those front ones factory?? Was 68 the last year for those style cab lights? I’ve been wanting an “all weather” driver. We all love pics, so here are a few. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Highlander “Olive” 1973 C/10 Black & Tan Life’s a garden. Dig it.

02-23-2022, 03:14 PM	#2
Mike80D Registered User Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Crab Orchard KY Posts: 282	Re: New to me 68 C20 More pics Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Highlander “Olive” 1973 C/10 Black & Tan Life’s a garden. Dig it.

02-24-2022, 09:10 AM	#3
dave6672 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Carrollton, KY Posts: 1,263	Re: New to me 68 C20 Mike as I mentioned on your FB post, that is an awesome original truck that is hard to find in our area, especially in original, not messed with, not completely rusted/ragged out condition. Congrats. __________________ Dave R. 1972 K20 1972 C20 Highlander 1967 C10

02-24-2022, 09:13 AM	#4
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,705	Re: New to me 68 C20 Nice find! Looks like a good one __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

02-24-2022, 11:24 AM	#7
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: New to me 68 C20 So COOL! I love an original black 68, even though the paint typically didn’t weather well. Something awesome about it. That even has most the trim and hubcaps. The seat would have been this material and color, but separated into two parts in the pattern of the white/gold pictured below… __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

02-24-2022, 01:17 PM	#9
dagnabbitt Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Edmonton Alberta Posts: 1,457	Re: New to me 68 C20 Wow what a beaut, I will trade you for mine. I have to imagine black with red interior was not common, I haven't seen many like yours. __________________ DAVE Edmonton, Alberta 1959 Apache 1967 K20 1968 C20 1970 C10 1972 GMC 2500 1981 C10

02-24-2022, 03:12 PM	#10
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: New to me 68 C20 If you do the seat cover (I’d be tempted too), you’ll want to do that steering wheel next… __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

02-24-2022, 08:56 PM	#12
jumpsoffrock Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: California Posts: 975	Re: New to me 68 C20 If you don't want the steering wheel, give me a price, and if I can swing it I'll buy it. Shipping might suck though.

02-24-2022, 09:07 PM	#13
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,296	Re: New to me 68 C20 Great find! Looks like it's pretty solid. That thing was built for some real heavy duty work. I gotta say, that's the first 67-72 truck I've seen with a FACTORY rear step bumper. I didn't even know there was such a thing. Pretty unusual option I think. __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

02-24-2022, 09:54 PM	#14
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,405	Re: New to me 68 C20 Whoa, that’s a legit spare tire!!! Congrats!!!!

02-24-2022, 10:32 PM	#15
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: New to me 68 C20 that's a beauty, nice find!

02-25-2022, 12:22 AM	#16
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,795	Re: New to me 68 C20 Is this clear plastic wrap like they put on seats to preserve them? I’ve never seen that on sun visors? __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD



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