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Solver · 03-03-2003, 11:57 PM

I would say manual throttle on dash bezel

*Gee_Emm* · 03-04-2003, 12:04 AM

How about driprail trim, did any trucks escape the factory with it installed on them?

1969 GMC · 03-04-2003, 12:31 AM

I am not sure if cab clearance lights are rare, but I haven't seen them on too many other trucks. Rare or not, they look cool

Blue_71 · 03-04-2003, 12:42 AM

how rare is a front center lap belt? i didnt notice it untill i looked on my 4x4s option sheet, but it has a seat belt for the middle, and the 2wd dont...

alta-aj · 03-04-2003, 01:10 AM

Nope, a 6 cyl. tach has different electronic components than a V8 thus is not adjustable.

Dan72cst · 03-04-2003, 02:24 AM

My blazer has a "front axle engage" light. The old guy I bought it from said it came off the lot that way, maybe dealer installed, but not on the glovebox sticker and I don't have any documentation for it. Anyone else ever see one just left of the radio?

O'l Buck · 03-04-2003, 02:59 AM

Dad's 67 K-20 has "no spin" axles listed in the option sheet. We've never had the diff's opened up on it, but they act like spools......no slip anywhere......man is it a bear to try to turn in the mud.

beau396 · 03-04-2003, 03:41 AM

An axle ingage indicator light?? What about PTO shafts off of the transfer case on a 4x4? I know it is not a Chevy but my '68 Bronco has a factory PTO driven front winch. It uses a two piece drive shaft 1/2" in diameter to drive it. I have never seen one of those on another Bronco or a Chevy. How about a dealer installed bb in a '67? The 396 were in the cars in '65.

**GMCPaul** · 03-04-2003, 04:52 AM

In the pickup I would have to say the center seating position shoulder belt seat belts, or dealer installed GM CB radio.
For Suburban or Panel I would have to say the rear aux. heater, or dealer installed GM CB radio..
GMCPaul

72K10 · 03-04-2003, 07:22 AM

I've seen a 67 Chevy 4x4 with a factory PTO. Exited out the back bumper. Also had a factory tach.

chevypete396 · 03-04-2003, 07:48 AM

bolth of my trucks have middle lap belts on the bench. I bet thats pretty common... Pete

Dean23 · 03-04-2003, 09:54 PM

oh I thought the rarest option ever up here in canada were rockers and floor panels....LOL

charlieo · 03-04-2003, 10:18 PM

The vacuum gauges were used on the 1/2 ton trucks on up, not just on the big trucks.

*Gee_Emm* · 03-05-2003, 12:13 AM

"The vacuum gauges were used on the 1/2 ton trucks on up, not just on the big trucks."

I would have to disagree with you on that one.

72CustomCamper · 03-05-2003, 12:22 AM

No rust on the rockers or cab corners here...

...and I have the center lap belt (original).

Weirdest thing I have ever seen is the dash mounted throttle control.

Is that even legal anymore?

I can just see my 5 year old leaning forward and giving it a good pull while i am sitting in traffic

Were intermittent wipers an option in '72?

mtdave2 · 03-05-2003, 01:23 AM

i think paul has it.. the center shoulder belt.. wow.. did they make any? lol..

1969 GMC · 03-05-2003, 03:00 AM

I am not sure I even understand how a center shoulder belt would be set up...would it be attached to the roof above the rear window or behind the seat?

dubie · 03-05-2003, 10:20 AM

Quote:

I would say manual throttle on dash bezel

Damn, and here I sold the one outta my 72 for $20

Ah well, I didn't need the redneck cruise control anyways

**CPNE** · 03-05-2003, 10:34 AM

The dash mounted throttle control is not that uncommon here in the Northeast. If you think about it, it's purpose was to raise the engine's rpm's while not actively driving. This allowed auxillary equipment such as PTO's and hydraulic plows to work more efficiently when the driver did not have foot on gas. I've parted at least 3 4x4 trucks that had this option, all used for plowing. I also know of a 72 1 ton stake body with this option, I presume it has a PTO. So that's 3 out of the 30 some odd I've parted, plus one still in use. I'd say that this option is as rare in warmer climates as a heater delete is here!

I think you'll find rare items to be regional in some instances. Another example of the regional thing is GMC's vs. Chevys. I know people say GMC's are almost non-existent in their area but I know of several small towns with long-time GMC dealerships where you'll find 67-72 GMC's outnumber Chevy's.

mtdave2 · 03-05-2003, 11:08 AM

ya i have seen seveal throtle dashes, and owned 1! still a cool option though

Zurbo · 03-05-2003, 02:31 PM

How rare (or not) is the toolbox in the side of the bed?
My '72 has one.

**CPNE** · 03-05-2003, 02:37 PM

If the door is not rusted and latch is not busted, it's rare. Otherwise, though not common, not real rare either.

GloryHound · 03-05-2003, 03:18 PM

What about rear leaf springs on a 1/2 ton chevy or rear coils on a 1/2 ton GMC. I did a little research and discovered that the GMC truck came stock with leaf springs with an option to have coil springs and the chevy came stock with coil springs and had the option of leaf springs!!

Cheyenne Super · 03-05-2003, 09:18 PM

I talkled to a guy who bought one of the last ones avaliable. I think it was made by Stewart Warner, or whoever made gauges for GM back then It was not really officially an option. It was printed up in a few GM accessory catalogs for late '72. It had a part number buy wasn't largely advertised.

Longhorn Man · 03-05-2003, 11:55 PM

If a GMC with coils is rare, than just about everyone I have ever seen is rare. I have only seen 2 GMC trucks that had leaf springs. The option sheet never says coils either. (like My 69 Short/fleetGMC) I know it is said to be stock leaf optional coil....but I just don't believe it, seen too many 'rare ones'.

03-03-2003, 11:57 PM	#26
Solver Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Storm Lake, Ia Posts: 1,449	I would say manual throttle on dash bezel __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 LWB-Blue 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Black 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Red 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-green 1972 GMC 4x4 LWB-White 1971 Cheyenne 10 LWB-Ochre 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Copper 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Black 1969 Custom 10 LWB-lt blue 1968 GMC 3/4 ton-green 1968 1/2 ton swb stepside-silver 1967 Chevrolet CST 10 LWB-green 1967 Chevrolet custom 20 LWB-Maroon

03-04-2003, 12:31 AM	#28
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	I am not sure if cab clearance lights are rare, but I haven't seen them on too many other trucks. Rare or not, they look cool __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

03-04-2003, 01:10 AM	#30
alta-aj Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Qualicum Beach, B.C>, Canada Posts: 117	6 cyl. tach Nope, a 6 cyl. tach has different electronic components than a V8 thus is not adjustable.

03-04-2003, 02:24 AM	#31
Dan72cst Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Lake Stevens,WA 98258 North of Seattle Posts: 833	My blazer has a "front axle engage" light. The old guy I bought it from said it came off the lot that way, maybe dealer installed, but not on the glovebox sticker and I don't have any documentation for it. Anyone else ever see one just left of the radio? Attached Images __________________ Marysville, WA (Dan72cst@hotmail.com) 72 4wd Blazer CST 350/350 72 4wd Chevy LWB 350/350 68 2wd Chevy LWB 327/400

03-04-2003, 02:59 AM	#32
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	Dad's 67 K-20 has "no spin" axles listed in the option sheet. We've never had the diff's opened up on it, but they act like spools......no slip anywhere......man is it a bear to try to turn in the mud. __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

03-04-2003, 12:04 AM	#27
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	How about driprail trim, did any trucks escape the factory with it installed on them?

03-04-2003, 03:41 AM	#33
beau396 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: oak harbor wa Posts: 61	An axle ingage indicator light?? What about PTO shafts off of the transfer case on a 4x4? I know it is not a Chevy but my '68 Bronco has a factory PTO driven front winch. It uses a two piece drive shaft 1/2" in diameter to drive it. I have never seen one of those on another Bronco or a Chevy. How about a dealer installed bb in a '67? The 396 were in the cars in '65.

03-04-2003, 04:52 AM	#34
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	In the pickup I would have to say the center seating position shoulder belt seat belts, or dealer installed GM CB radio. For Suburban or Panel I would have to say the rear aux. heater, or dealer installed GM CB radio.. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

03-04-2003, 07:22 AM	#35
72K10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: New York Posts: 288	I've seen a 67 Chevy 4x4 with a factory PTO. Exited out the back bumper. Also had a factory tach. __________________ RLTW 70C10 72K10 72K10 Cheyenne 72C10 Cheyenne Super

03-04-2003, 07:48 AM	#36
chevypete396 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Fernley, Nevada, USA Posts: 540	bolth of my trucks have middle lap belts on the bench. I bet thats pretty common... Pete __________________ 1968 Chevy - 3/4 Ton - 4X4 - Longbed - 383ci - TH350 - NP205 Building the motor, painting the engine bay, rewireing everything... (775)-527-1199 / ryanspeterson@msn.com

03-04-2003, 09:54 PM	#37
Dean23 68cst_ss490 Join Date: May 2001 Location: edmonton,canada Posts: 1,363	oh I thought the rarest option ever up here in canada were rockers and floor panels....LOL __________________ Dean edmonton,canada a winter wonderland 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche LT cold air intake, performance exhaust, Comp cams cam, jba shorty ceramic headers. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3090973

03-04-2003, 10:18 PM	#38
charlieo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: sw Posts: 341	vacuum gauge The vacuum gauges were used on the 1/2 ton trucks on up, not just on the big trucks.

03-05-2003, 12:13 AM	#39
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	"The vacuum gauges were used on the 1/2 ton trucks on up, not just on the big trucks." I would have to disagree with you on that one.

03-05-2003, 12:22 AM	#40
72CustomCamper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 86	No rust on the rockers or cab corners here... ...and I have the center lap belt (original). Weirdest thing I have ever seen is the dash mounted throttle control. Is that even legal anymore? I can just see my 5 year old leaning forward and giving it a good pull while i am sitting in traffic Were intermittent wipers an option in '72? __________________ '72 GMC C20, "2500 Super Custom", Custom Camper, New 454 '93 K2500 Suburban, Old 454 (157K)

03-05-2003, 01:23 AM	#41
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,528	i think paul has it.. the center shoulder belt.. wow.. did they make any? lol.. __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban



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03-05-2003, 03:00 AM	#42
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	I am not sure I even understand how a center shoulder belt would be set up...would it be attached to the roof above the rear window or behind the seat? __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

03-05-2003, 10:34 AM	#44
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,662	The dash mounted throttle control is not that uncommon here in the Northeast. If you think about it, it's purpose was to raise the engine's rpm's while not actively driving. This allowed auxillary equipment such as PTO's and hydraulic plows to work more efficiently when the driver did not have foot on gas. I've parted at least 3 4x4 trucks that had this option, all used for plowing. I also know of a 72 1 ton stake body with this option, I presume it has a PTO. So that's 3 out of the 30 some odd I've parted, plus one still in use. I'd say that this option is as rare in warmer climates as a heater delete is here! I think you'll find rare items to be regional in some instances. Another example of the regional thing is GMC's vs. Chevys. I know people say GMC's are almost non-existent in their area but I know of several small towns with long-time GMC dealerships where you'll find 67-72 GMC's outnumber Chevy's. __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

03-05-2003, 11:08 AM	#45
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,528	ya i have seen seveal throtle dashes, and owned 1! still a cool option though __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

03-05-2003, 02:31 PM	#46
Zurbo Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bel Aire, Kansas, USA Posts: 186	How rare (or not) is the toolbox in the side of the bed? My '72 has one. __________________ Zurbo's Chevy - 1972 Black/White Cheyenne Super. 402 Big Block /THD 400, factory air and tilt. My other Chevy - 1998 Camaro SS

03-05-2003, 02:37 PM	#47
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,662	If the door is not rusted and latch is not busted, it's rare. Otherwise, though not common, not real rare either. __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

03-05-2003, 03:18 PM	#48
GloryHound Working on a Nova. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: ## Posts: 506	What about rear leaf springs on a 1/2 ton chevy or rear coils on a 1/2 ton GMC. I did a little research and discovered that the GMC truck came stock with leaf springs with an option to have coil springs and the chevy came stock with coil springs and had the option of leaf springs!!

03-05-2003, 09:18 PM	#49
Cheyenne Super Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Efland, NC Posts: 303	What about the optional clock I talkled to a guy who bought one of the last ones avaliable. I think it was made by Stewart Warner, or whoever made gauges for GM back then It was not really officially an option. It was printed up in a few GM accessory catalogs for late '72. It had a part number buy wasn't largely advertised. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne Super Soon to be converted to '68 front clip. Efland, NC

03-05-2003, 11:55 PM	#50
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	If a GMC with coils is rare, than just about everyone I have ever seen is rare. I have only seen 2 GMC trucks that had leaf springs. The option sheet never says coils either. (like My 69 Short/fleetGMC) I know it is said to be stock leaf optional coil....but I just don't believe it, seen too many 'rare ones'.

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