1968 "Early Model"

[pjmoreland]

I believe early '68s may have come with a '67-style folding-back bench seat.

[72c20customcamper]

Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I believe early '68s may have come with a '67-style folding-back bench seat.

I pretty sure all 68 trucks had folding seats both of my 68s do.

[pjmoreland]

Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I pretty sure all 68 trucks had folding seats both of my 68s do.

The original seat was no longer in my late-built '68. I had assumed that the elimination of the tilting seat was part of the other safety regulation-driven changes for '68, such as side markers. I see that I was wrong.

[72c20customcamper]

Originally Posted by pjmoreland

The original seat was no longer in my late-built '68. I had assumed that the elimination of the tilting seat was part of the other safety regulation-driven changes for '68, such as side markers. I see that I was wrong.

I’m still learning about these trucks too.

['68OrangeSunshine]

Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I believe early '68s may have come with a '67-style folding-back bench seat.

Mine did. Comparing PJ's VIN to mine, -8Z123919, we're about 30,000 units apart. Mine's earlier.
My Stepside did have the smaller octogon key, originally. In 405,000 daily driver miles, I've been thru a bunch of keys. Then new locksets in 2005. The rectangles are easier to find, and easier to turn, so I have that style.
My Dash Knobs are all black ''Standard'' type, not the DeLuxe with a steel center that's the only aftermarket replacement. The all-black knobs on my '67 K/10 Suburban are slightly smaller in diameter that my '68s' -- and also kinda mushroom-shaped compared to the flatter T cross section of the '68 knobs. '67 Door Handles and Window Cranks are slimmer. The '68 I have always had the wider '68- later handles.
The Ignition Switch I have now has an ACC position at 11 O'clock but with no ACC terminal in the pigtail, it does nothing.
But without pictures ...

White Noses Rule

[67sss]

Well the best thing to do is always go look at a truck when you get a lead. Unfortunately this gentleman has a bit more sentimental value to the truck than I'd be willing to pay. I told him I'd pay $500 for it and he thought it was worth way more. He's was asking $2000 firm when I asked the price. I was unable to find anything really special on his "early model" truck. Pics will show the truck isn't in even driving/starting condition. Nice gas jug hanging on the grill, he had a 1 amp battery charger(whatever) on the battery. I thought when I opened the hood I saw a cruise control module. Not, it's a 60's style mini air compressor for his air horn, which he says doesn't go with the truck. SPID sheet wasn't legible. On a positive note, he HAS the original window sticker from the dealership on the cost of the truck. His Dad bought the truck new. If anyone would be willing to pay somewhere close to his asking price, you could bring a trailer and get this truck from him. PM me for info. I'd be the go between because this gentleman isn't ready to deal with many people looking at his truck.

sorry about pics being sideways. working on it.

[Grumpy old man]

You better RUN back and buy that truck ! V8/ auto / gauges it looks pretty clean .

['68OrangeSunshine]

Originally Posted by 67sss

Well the best thing to do is always go look at a truck when you get a lead. Unfortunately this gentleman has a bit more sentimental value to the truck than I'd be willing to pay. I told him I'd pay $500 for it and he thought it was worth way more. He's was asking $2000 firm when I asked the price. I was unable to find anything really special on his "early model" truck. Pics will show the truck isn't in even driving/starting condition. Nice gas jug hanging on the grill, he had a 1 amp battery charger(whatever) on the battery. I thought when I opened the hood I saw a cruise control module. Not, it's a 60's style mini air compressor for his air horn, which he says doesn't go with the truck. SPID sheet wasn't legible. On a positive note, he HAS the original window sticker from the dealership on the cost of the truck. His Dad bought the truck new. If anyone would be willing to pay somewhere close to his asking price, you could bring a trailer and get this truck from him. PM me for info. I'd be the go between because this gentleman isn't ready to deal with many people looking at his truck.

sorry about pics being sideways. working on it.

With the top picture sideways, I thought it was stuck in a ditch too.

Well, it's not an Arizona truck, that's for sure. [Not too many left out here, anymore.]

[Rods]

Flip

[ThreeQuarter]

Originally Posted by 67sss

I thought when I opened the hood I saw a cruise control module. Not, it's a 60's style mini air compressor for his air horn, which he says doesn't go with the truck.

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[Steeveedee]

Originally Posted by ThreeQuarter

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Hah! I missed that!