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63 & 64 Bowties · 10-05-2009, 05:25 PM

Okay, 'nuff said. Let's not turn this into a squirtin' contest. Let's keep the discussion to the valve covers and the trim, okay?

gostranger · 10-05-2009, 07:29 PM

any info is helpful i have a 66 chevy c-10 and parts arent to bad to find but i do not see to many gmc parts that is why the questions.

i have to mention i have the custom stainless trim that goes around the windsheild and i also have an insterment cluster that appeared to be silver and black but it has a clock on the right side is this a special option to the custom GMC??? more answers and more questions thanks again for everyones input!!!

**Corts60** · 10-05-2009, 07:38 PM

Do you have a pic of the stainless trim for the windshield? I always thought that the chrome was a plastic strip in the rubber....

Not sure how rare the clock is....I know the 62-66 dash bezels had the casting for them though on either side of the speedo and water/fuel gauges.

mojakeke · 10-05-2009, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gostranger

any info is helpful i have a 66 chevy c-10 and parts arent to bad to find but i do not see to many gmc parts that is why the questions.

i have to mention i have the custom stainless trim that goes around the windsheild and i also have an insterment cluster that appeared to be silver and black but it has a clock on the right side is this a special option to the custom GMC??? more answers and more questions thanks again for everyones input!!!

Yes, if I'm not mistaken, the custom searies had the Tach en clock also.

4dranch · 10-06-2009, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mojakeke

Yes, if I'm not mistaken, the custom searies had the Tach en clock also.

You are right.

The 62-63 cluster had the clock and Bat-O-Meter option.

The 64-66 cluster had the Tach and Bat-O-Meter option.

Here is a link with a lot of info about the GMC options...

http://www.6066gmcguy.org/cluster.htm

Sicboy · 10-08-2009, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4dranch

You are right.

The 62-63 cluster had the clock and Bat-O-Meter option.

The 64-66 cluster had the Tach and Bat-O-Meter option.

Here is a link with a lot of info about the GMC options...

http://www.6066gmcguy.org/cluster.htm

I likey. Can either of those fit a 66 chevy without mods?

Joemomma1 · 10-05-2009, 10:44 PM

Joemomma1 you rule.

gostranger · 10-06-2009, 06:02 AM

here is a pic of the clock on the insterment cluster i do not have a picture of the stainless trim but it requires the rubber seal that has a split on it to put the trim into it looks good i have a set for my 66 and plan on putting on

57/3100 · 04-06-2018, 04:00 PM

Hello GMC truck people , I have a nice original pair of the 63 plaid 305 valve covers for sale. Asking 250.00 for them. somebody can use them more than me. Can send pics. Located in Pa. tdoorly@yahoo.com

gostranger · 10-06-2009, 06:06 AM

sicboy i agree about the for sale i would think the items for sale would bring more members to the site instead of sending them to ebay i personally would rather sell some parts to a member of the forum to help them out than go through the motions of ebay that is just my opinion not trying to shake things up!!

gostranger · 10-06-2009, 09:37 AM

cool thanks for the info 4dranch!!!!

gostranger · 10-08-2009, 09:30 AM

cool thanks for the info from everyone!!

creep · 10-09-2009, 02:01 PM

Plaids rock! I have 2 sets, the originals that are on the truck and another set I got on ebay.

Joemomma1 · 11-09-2009, 07:52 PM

Any updates on what they went for? $$$

Info: This 67 also has those covers so I don't think they're exclusive to the 63. Post #19 & #20

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=370767

jbgroby · 11-09-2009, 09:10 PM

Did not quite get the question, but the VC was simply a gimmick from GMC to show thriftyness (1 poss. reason). Personally I get about 10 -12 miles to the gallon with the engine off and rolling down hill!

(2nd. poss. reason) was to show that the engine was changed as far as the carb goes.

It's one of those lost to history moments? Maybe I'll contact GM/GMC to put a fire under their butt to see if they can did anything up on it.

factorystock · 04-06-2018, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joemomma1

Info: This 67 also has those covers so I don't think they're exclusive to the 63. Post #19 & #20

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=370767

Your thinking is wrong, '63 only. Valve covers get swapped out for cooler ones!

gostranger · 11-10-2009, 07:07 AM

i put the covers on ebay and they went for $202.50 !! and the buyer was excited so i guess he got a deal!! i hated to sell them but i need money to finish my project so i am cleaning out alot of my extras like that.

creep · 11-10-2009, 11:27 AM

I paid about $120 for the plaids I got off ebay so I guess you did pretty good with the sale. As for the 67 with plaids, they where probably put on by one of it's owners.

duallyjams · 11-11-2009, 09:11 AM

You sold the plaids,what is your plan for the clock?

Joemomma1 · 12-05-2009, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by creep

I paid about $120 for the plaids I got off ebay so I guess you did pretty good with the sale. As for the 67 with plaids, they where probably put on by one of it's owners.

Just seen this. Post 6. Definately not a 63. Just sayin.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374972

gostranger · 12-07-2009, 08:44 AM

sold the clock

*LILRED66* · 12-07-2009, 01:29 PM

Rare, indeed, because not many were made and they were installed at the dealer level, to indicate the motor had the "recall" mods done to it.

Desireable is a matter of taste and opinion. What is desireable to one guy is, not necessarily, desirebale to the next guy.

To some, the plaid valve covers are both rare and desireable. Although they can be found on eBay, from time to time, they can be difficult to acquire, at a reasonable price.

Joemomma1 · 12-07-2009, 02:10 PM

Any luck with the chrome trim?

*LILRED66* · 12-07-2009, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joemomma1

Any luck with the chrome trim?

Joemomma1, are you chatting with me?

Joemomma1 · 12-07-2009, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LILRED66

Joemomma1, are you chatting with me?

No. Sorry about that, I thought I had quoted gostranger.

10-05-2009, 07:38 PM	#3
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10-06-2009, 06:02 AM	#8
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04-06-2018, 04:00 PM	#9
57/3100 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Pottsville Posts: 6	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? Hello GMC truck people , I have a nice original pair of the 63 plaid 305 valve covers for sale. Asking 250.00 for them. somebody can use them more than me. Can send pics. Located in Pa. tdoorly@yahoo.com

10-06-2009, 06:06 AM	#10
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? sicboy i agree about the for sale i would think the items for sale would bring more members to the site instead of sending them to ebay i personally would rather sell some parts to a member of the forum to help them out than go through the motions of ebay that is just my opinion not trying to shake things up!!

10-05-2009, 05:25 PM	#1
63 & 64 Bowties and a few others Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 5,638	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? Okay, 'nuff said. Let's not turn this into a squirtin' contest. Let's keep the discussion to the valve covers and the trim, okay? __________________ Bill US Army Vet -193rd Infantry BlueRidgeMuscleCars.com “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” Gandhi

10-05-2009, 07:29 PM	#2
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? any info is helpful i have a 66 chevy c-10 and parts arent to bad to find but i do not see to many gmc parts that is why the questions. i have to mention i have the custom stainless trim that goes around the windsheild and i also have an insterment cluster that appeared to be silver and black but it has a clock on the right side is this a special option to the custom GMC??? more answers and more questions thanks again for everyones input!!!

10-06-2009, 09:37 AM	#11
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? cool thanks for the info 4dranch!!!!

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10-09-2009, 02:01 PM	#13
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? Plaids rock! I have 2 sets, the originals that are on the truck and another set I got on ebay. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

11-09-2009, 07:52 PM	#14
Joemomma1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CA Posts: 813	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? Any updates on what they went for? $$$ Info: This 67 also has those covers so I don't think they're exclusive to the 63. Post #19 & #20 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=370767 Last edited by Joemomma1; 11-09-2009 at 09:17 PM.

11-09-2009, 09:10 PM	#15
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? Did not quite get the question, but the VC was simply a gimmick from GMC to show thriftyness (1 poss. reason). Personally I get about 10 -12 miles to the gallon with the engine off and rolling down hill! (2nd. poss. reason) was to show that the engine was changed as far as the carb goes. It's one of those lost to history moments? Maybe I'll contact GM/GMC to put a fire under their butt to see if they can did anything up on it. __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

11-10-2009, 07:07 AM	#17
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? i put the covers on ebay and they went for $202.50 !! and the buyer was excited so i guess he got a deal!! i hated to sell them but i need money to finish my project so i am cleaning out alot of my extras like that.

11-10-2009, 11:27 AM	#18
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: GMC 1963 v6 plaid valve covers anyinfo??? I paid about $120 for the plaids I got off ebay so I guess you did pretty good with the sale. As for the 67 with plaids, they where probably put on by one of it's owners. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

11-11-2009, 09:11 AM	#19
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