most original 60-66 truck in existence?

[67swb72klb]

WOW that thing must have been in a bunker what a time piece

[cericd]

Originally Posted by oem4me

I may be dense, but I don't get how Porterbuilt crossmembers fit into this thread. Now, don't take that wrong .. from what I understand, Nathan Porter provides a high quality product which contributes a ton to popular truck culture, but this particular thread is specifically about trucks that have had NO modifications. Hmmm.

Agreed. I always like it when one of the threads about "original, survivor, or restored to original" threads gets new info. I was disappointed to see that the update didn't have anything to do with the OP's subject.


On the other hand, that GMC camper.... WOW! Cool.

[LVPhotos]

Originally Posted by oem4me

I may be dense, but I don't get how Porterbuilt crossmembers fit into this thread. Now, don't take that wrong .. from what I understand, Nathan Porter provides a high quality product which contributes a ton to popular truck culture, but this particular thread is specifically about trucks that have had NO modifications. Hmmm.

I was just trying to share my original parts before they exchange hands. So if you needed a clamp or bolt with 50 year old wear, and correct markings I got them in a box. Most the original motor parts helped a 62 Corvette restoration.

[LVPhotos]

I forgot to ask, what was the stock ride height for the 1962s? I have seen a brochure but can't seem to locate. I know these were some of the lowest trucks per Chevy.

[factorystock]

Originally Posted by oem4me

If the vintage truck/camper market ever wakes up and smells the coffee, that price will seem CHEAP! There is simply no substitute for original materials and finishes that remain fresh after fifty plus years.

I agree. The quality built into these vehicles is hard to match, if not impossible. Most trucks of this vintage were not given a pampered life, it is a treat to see one of these unrestored survivors pretty much the same way it looked like back in '62. These time capsules that have been preserved are in a special unique class. There is a lot of original trucks still out there, but not a lot of "excellent condition" original trucks. After seeing the Lambrecht prices, I'll take a indoor 50 year old 21,000 mile over an outdoor 50 year old 4.5 mile anyday.

[Maddoxdb]

I've been trying to buy this for about the last month. Justin (jwalk) told me about it making it to town. Guy didn't want to sell but finally came around.... Anyways, rust free and pretty straight 1963 shortwide. Pretty well all original I-6 and 3ott. Shows 62k on odometer. Appears correct looking at the pedals. Drove it home today and washed it. Still lots of cleaning to do. Here's a few pics.
Dustin

[Maddoxdb]

...

[1971 GMC SHORTY]

Originally Posted by Maddoxdb

...

Great Score Very Nice Pinta

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by Maddoxdb

I've been trying to buy this for about the last month. Justin (jwalk) told me about it making it to town. Guy didn't want to sell but finally came around.... Anyways, rust free and pretty straight 1963 shortwide. Pretty well all original I-6 and 3ott. Shows 62k on odometer. Appears correct looking at the pedals. Drove it home today and washed it. Still lots of cleaning to do. Here's a few pics.
Dustin

Congrats! Looks like a great find. Definitely share more pics when you can.

[oem4me]

Looks great! My favorite color too. Post some pics as you get into it, (maybe start a thread) as most of us love this kind of find. Congrats!
EDIT: I see your thread now and will be watching.

[sodly]

Originally Posted by oem4me

I may be dense, but I don't get how Porterbuilt crossmembers fit into this thread. Now, don't take that wrong .. from what I understand, Nathan Porter provides a high quality product which contributes a ton to popular truck culture, but this particular thread is specifically about trucks that have had NO modifications. Hmmm.

Originally Posted by LVPhotos

I forgot to ask, what was the stock ride height for the 1962s? I have seen a brochure but can't seem to locate. I know these were some of the lowest trucks per Chevy.

Gotta reiterate oem4me's thoughts here. What does this stuff have to do with the most original 60-66 truck in existence? These questions belong on this site but they don't belong here in... ahem... my favorite thread. Sadly, this is one of the few threads here that DOESN'T feature cut up trucks. Please don't spoil that vibe for us purists!

My Christmas wish is for more of the most original trucks in existence featured here in 2015. We need more trucks like the GMC that FactoryStock posted. I've admired that truck for a long time. It's been for sale for a long time, too. I did find a listing for it on an auto auction website a year or two ago but never could verify the sale. Anyone know what ever happened to it? Whatever the case, it's a shame that the owner isn't involved on this website. He should be.

[streetrodchev]

Originally Posted by sodly

Gotta reiterate oem4me's thoughts here. What does this stuff have to do with the most original 60-66 truck in existence? These questions belong on this site but they don't belong here in... ahem... my favorite thread.

I think what he was saying was, he was pulling original parts off his truck and saving them for someone that needs original parts for their truck.

[sodly]

Originally Posted by streetrodchev

I think what he was saying was, he was pulling original parts off his truck and saving them for someone that needs original parts for their truck.

Yep, he was... and that's what the parts for sale section is for.

[streetrodchev]

I agree.

I like this thread too, but my truck will never be in it.

[LVPhotos]

Ok, so if I can reiterate. For those in need of factory bolts, nuts, or clamps or whatever... before I toss or hand off something that someone needs...was my point. I was just trying to help out those who restore. Most of my original engine and working generator are on a 100 point Corvette.
Figure that a restoration guru would have stock height information.

[66-PMD-GMC]

Well, technically... if it is restored it is no longer original.
Just sayin... Personally, I think these trucks are awesome original untouched, restored to original or with a bit of personalization.
A great part of American history.

[pimpston65]

Originally Posted by LVPhotos

Ok, so if I can reiterate. For those in need of factory bolts, nuts, or clamps or whatever... before I toss or hand off something that someone needs...was my point. I was just trying to help out those who restore. Most of my original engine and working generator are on a 100 point Corvette.
Figure that a restoration guru would have stock height information.

if you have bolts and stuff send em my way!!!

[sodly]

Originally Posted by LVPhotos

Ok, so if I can reiterate. For those in need of factory bolts, nuts, or clamps or whatever... before I toss or hand off something that someone needs...was my point. I was just trying to help out those who restore. Most of my original engine and working generator are on a 100 point Corvette.
Figure that a restoration guru would have stock height information.

Hi, LVPhotos. I don't mean to harp on this. Your questions are totally valid. However, they don't belong here in the thread about the most original trucks around. I'm sure if you post them on the general forum or in the classifieds you will get your answers but please don't clutter up this thread with off-topic material. Just trying to keep things focused on the original topic-- one that happens to be near and dear to me and several others. Thanks!

[YBNORML]

You guys are brutal, a guy was just trying to pass on what he figured was usable stock parts to people who might need them. Even if chose the wrong place to post his message. Although I like to customize my trucks, I truly love them in any form especially untouched originals. LVphotos isn't ruining the thread, the people treating him like a child are.

[oem4me]

Ok, ok. Easy now, it's all good. LV thanks for thinking of offering up your parts to the "orig crowd" before tossing them, though the for sale section here does pretty well at finding new homes for left over bits.
YB - I don't think anybody is being brutal, just stating that there are better places for other subjects. I'm sure everybody on this forum has seen a hundred examples of how easily the course of a thread can be turned away from it's original topic and end up losing steam in the process. I think Sodly, like me, just wants to keep this one on track as there are only a handful of pure factory-original threads on here.
Lets just let it go and get on with posting crazy barn finds and time-capsule trucks, eh?

[murdoc]

this is my 65 that I bought from an old farmer in central idaho. Its not perfect or the best preserved; typical rust areas and a couple dents, but I havent modified it at all. I'm a sucker for the original stuff, and I dont think they ever look better than they did when they left the factory.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by murdoc

this is my 65 that I bought from an old farmer in central idaho. Its not perfect or the best preserved; typical rust areas and a couple dents, but I havent modified it at all. I'm a sucker for the original stuff, and I dont think they ever look better than they did when they left the factory.

Great looking truck if you ask me! I can't remember seeing many with that step in the bedside, especially a short bed. Thanks for sharing.

[jbgroby]

Yep, those inserts are rare. I'm have mine installed in my 8' wideside.

[WhiteWhale]

posted these in another thread but I guess it qualifies here. Original paint which the wife keeps telling me to paint or it cant come home so it stays in storage at grandpas house.

1965
Originally a 230 but now V8
4 speed SM420
Factory A/C
8 seater
3.73 posi rear end
Factory Tach
16 inch rims/clips
front bumper guards











Got the correct camper mirrors back on it and got some 15 inch rims painted body color with stock caps and some new tires as it was difficult finding correct clip hubcaps. What I found strange was the spare was a body color split rim so not sure what would have been correct for the burb as the 16s were also green. Rebuilt suspension and brakes to stock specs. Rebuilt the heater and controls and trying to figure out the best way to repair the "body work" (read bondo) done by the original owners son and find a nice chrome bumper and anodized grill to replace the C60 grill on it now.

Ill get more pics when I go to start it up again in a few weeks. Have to say the new baby makes it harder to find time to work on the fleet!

[sambrutay]

Originally Posted by murdoc

this is my 65 that I bought from an old farmer in central idaho. Its not perfect or the best preserved; typical rust areas and a couple dents, but I havent modified it at all. I'm a sucker for the original stuff, and I dont think they ever look better than they did when they left the factory.

Wow! love the look. I have 2 steps I picked up from a friend. Think I may have to install them after seeing yours.