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demian5 · 12-19-2016, 12:33 PM

My truck is a 70, like me, how can I find the actual production date?

A good friend of mine has a 70 Camaro he bought new, and its birthday is only a couple weeks from mine.

**Canuckvetter** · 12-19-2016, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by demian5

My truck is a 70, like me, how can I find the actual production date?

A good friend of mine has a 70 Camaro he bought new, and its birthday is only a couple weeks from mine.

The protect-o-plate would give you the month of production. If it was an Oshawa built truck you can contact GM vintage services Canada.

tdangle · 12-19-2016, 07:28 PM

1970 C20 Custom Camper. Built in Dec 69, I was 13 years old when we picked it up in early 1970. Didn't know it then, but its mine now. You could say I've had it 46 years.

demian5 · 12-19-2016, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

The protect-o-plate would give you the month of production. If it was an Oshawa built truck you can contact GM vintage services Canada.

It does not have a SPID or protect o plate.

**Elliot949** · 12-19-2016, 07:46 PM

When my Dad bought this truck (11/66) I was 11... but for the model year I was 12...

This is when my Dad Owned it:

After being recovered by the police after it was stolen:

Here is as it sits today:

Enjoy...

bigdog55 · 12-19-2016, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by cajun chevy

I was 15 on December 27,1972.

I am two days older than you are

Jarvis-69 GMC 1500CK · 12-19-2016, 11:57 PM

negative 30 years, 69 GMC lol

**Canuckvetter** · 12-20-2016, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jarvis-69 GMC 1500CK

negative 30 years, 69 GMC lol

I was 14 when I got my 68 GMC in 1974. After driving it all through high school I got rid of it in 1979. Took me a few years to figure out this is a great hobby to have. I spent a small fortune restoring Corvettes and a Chevelle. Now I drive and truly enjoy my 67's as ratty as they are.

Enjoy your GMC, Jarvis-69-GMC make the memories and have some great times in your old truck.

I've got cowboy boots 20 yrs. older than you. Just saying! These trucks can bridge all kinds of generation gaps and bring us closer together.

Jarvis-69 GMC 1500CK · 12-20-2016, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

I was 14 when I got my 68 GMC in 1974. After driving it all through high school I got rid of it in 1979. Took me a few years to figure out this is a great hobby to have. I spent a small fortune restoring Corvettes and a Chevelle. Now I drive and truly enjoy my 67's as ratty as they are.

Enjoy your GMC, Jarvis-69-GMC make the memories and have some great times in your old truck.

I've got cowboy boots 20 yrs. older than you. Just saying! These trucks can bridge all kinds of generation gaps and bring us closer together.

Would not trade it for anything, despite being an old farm truck loved little it is still far more reliable then anything else I have owned. In fact it is having to winter outside because my fathers 04 f250 is taking up the garage due to blown turbo(on that note anyone have a spare turbo lol). I have a 91 Cadilac which starts only when it wants to, cruise works only when it wants to and the car is pretty much just "when ever it wants to". We have to disconnect the battery to guarantee it will start next the next day, my truck on the other hand i will let sit for few weeks crank it and it comes to life. Only reason why it is not my daily at this moment is because I cant afford new rims or snow tires and this truck on summer tires up here is more or less suicide lol. My plan is "when I can afford it" restore it to more or less orig with a few modern comforts, it is my daily so lack of radio (and muffler) is a bit annoying.

**Canuckvetter** · 12-20-2016, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Jarvis-69 GMC 1500CK

Would not trade it for anything, despite being an old farm truck loved little it is still far more reliable then anything else I have owned. In fact it is having to winter outside because my fathers 04 f250 is taking up the garage due to blown turbo(on that note anyone have a spare turbo lol). I have a 91 Cadilac which starts only when it wants to, cruise works only when it wants to and the car is pretty much just "when ever it wants to". We have to disconnect the battery to guarantee it will start next the next day, my truck on the other hand i will let sit for few weeks crank it and it comes to life. Only reason why it is not my daily at this moment is because I cant afford new rims or snow tires and this truck on summer tires up here is more or less suicide lol. My plan is "when I can afford it" restore it to more or less orig with a few modern comforts, it is my daily so lack of radio (and muffler) is a bit annoying.

Good luck with that truck! Being outside hasn't hurt your truck in almost 50 yrs. in fact it only adds to its character. Keep it maintained and it will never let you down. I can remember saving all my $ in the mid 70's for snow tires because my girlfriends mother would not let her ride in the truck. Parts are everywhere for these trucks just gotta look or ask.
Nice talking to ya. Merry Christmas!

68Stepper · 12-20-2016, 11:17 AM

My truck was already 26 years old before I came into this world.

Casey03 · 12-20-2016, 01:08 PM

-10

richards72chevy · 12-20-2016, 02:08 PM

-8

tristan · 12-20-2016, 05:48 PM

Then: too young to buy (16)
Now: too young to die (61)

rustrunner · 12-20-2016, 10:01 PM

24 - Dad purchased the truck while I was enjoying a long hike through the mountains of Vietnam
1970 C/20 - Purchased in November 1969

TwoFiftyShifter · 12-20-2016, 10:22 PM

Based on the first page, the average owner here is 2.23 years older than their truck.

**hevy_chevy67** · 12-20-2016, 10:57 PM

-17 years for me and I was 17 when I got it!

70LonghornCST · 12-20-2016, 10:57 PM

One, I have a 1970.

**Getter-Done** · 12-21-2016, 12:11 AM

Depending on production date.
The Truck may have been built 9 months before I was born,

**samkost** · 12-21-2016, 01:15 AM

Well if I remember correctly, my 72' C10 came out in the Fall of 1971.
I was 19 years old.
I also remember my first Autorama in 1968 at the Seattle Center Coliseum.
All the new year model trucks and muscle cars on display.
Gene Fielder Chevrolet in West Seattle was the neighborhood dealership.
My Dad had a brand new 1967 GMC 3/4ton

, 30 years later I bought my 1972 C10 and am finally starting its full restoration.
Time flies!

profe56 · 12-22-2016, 11:00 AM

C10 1969. I was 13 years old. Born in 1956.

WyoCustomC10 · 12-22-2016, 01:57 PM

I was 18 years old when I bought Moose. I was -10 when it was new. Dad had a '71 4x4 olive and white...I think it is still cruising around Sheridan, WY. He sold it for his '78 4x4 swb that he still has, still trying to coax it out of his possession.

**paul blair** · 12-22-2016, 02:21 PM

69 k/10 I was 22. Lucky and thankfull to still be alive and able to drive! Happy Holidays

**JQ-72** · 12-22-2016, 03:25 PM

Almost born!- birthday is August 1972.

outfield · 12-22-2016, 04:15 PM

1969 K20 built in Nov 1968. I was 8.

12-19-2016, 12:33 PM	#201
demian5 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 2,177	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? My truck is a 70, like me, how can I find the actual production date? A good friend of mine has a 70 Camaro he bought new, and its birthday is only a couple weeks from mine. __________________ "Work hard, use your vacation days." 1970 C15 GMC Long Bed 1986 C20 Scottsdale 1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2 Instagram: C10sofOC

12-19-2016, 07:28 PM	#203
tdangle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? 1970 C20 Custom Camper. Built in Dec 69, I was 13 years old when we picked it up in early 1970. Didn't know it then, but its mine now. You could say I've had it 46 years. __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

12-19-2016, 07:46 PM	#205
Elliot949 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winfield, Ks. Posts: 4,162	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? When my Dad bought this truck (11/66) I was 11... but for the model year I was 12... This is when my Dad Owned it: After being recovered by the police after it was stolen: Here is as it sits today: Enjoy... __________________ Dan Johnston... Owner of My Dad's- '67 Chevy C-20 Custom Camper Short Fleetside Pickup PAPA J And our newest addition a- '71 Chevy CST/10 Short Fleetside Pickup Haulin' SOLD Papa J's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=612847 Haulin's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671130SOLD B Bears Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=744210

12-19-2016, 11:57 PM	#207
Jarvis-69 GMC 1500CK Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: North Sask, Canada Posts: 84	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? negative 30 years, 69 GMC lol

12-20-2016, 11:17 AM	#211
68Stepper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 65	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? My truck was already 26 years old before I came into this world.

12-20-2016, 01:08 PM	#212
Casey03 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 12	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? -10

12-20-2016, 02:08 PM	#213
richards72chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: konawa ok/oakdale Ca. Posts: 1,652	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? -8

12-20-2016, 05:48 PM	#214
tristan Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Western PA Posts: 1,295	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? Then: too young to buy (16) Now: too young to die (61)

12-20-2016, 10:01 PM	#215
rustrunner Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Bay St Louis, Mississippi Posts: 70	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? 24 - Dad purchased the truck while I was enjoying a long hike through the mountains of Vietnam 1970 C/20 - Purchased in November 1969 __________________ 1970 Custom Camper/20 1959 Morris Minor 1000 1953 Dodge B-4-KA 1953 Fruehauf 30' Lowboy 1928 Cat 30 1939 TORO Bullet Tractor

12-20-2016, 10:22 PM	#216
TwoFiftyShifter Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gwinnett GA Posts: 1,803	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? Based on the first page, the average owner here is 2.23 years older than their truck. __________________ 1982 K10 SWB 1987 V20 - Sold - Doh!

12-20-2016, 10:57 PM	#217
hevy_chevy67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Blackfalds, Alberta Posts: 604	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? -17 years for me and I was 17 when I got it! __________________ 1971 Chevrolet K10 - SWB, 5.3LS, 4L60e 1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer - Project 1969 Chevrolet C10 - SWB, 350 Holley Sniper, 700r4 1969 GMC Suburban - 5.3 LS, 4L60e

12-20-2016, 10:57 PM	#218
70LonghornCST Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 5,775	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? One, I have a 1970. __________________ 2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn Bucket Seats Shoulder Belts Front Tow Hooks Factory Air Factory Speedwarning, Tach & Vaccum Factory Tilt CST Package AM/FM Radio Bumper Guards Richard 70 Longhorn CST Build Adding an AM/FM Decal

12-21-2016, 12:11 AM	#219
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,409	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? Depending on production date. The Truck may have been built 9 months before I was born, Last edited by Getter-Done; 12-21-2016 at 12:17 AM. Reason: addition

12-21-2016, 01:15 AM	#220
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? Well if I remember correctly, my 72' C10 came out in the Fall of 1971. I was 19 years old. I also remember my first Autorama in 1968 at the Seattle Center Coliseum. All the new year model trucks and muscle cars on display. Gene Fielder Chevrolet in West Seattle was the neighborhood dealership. My Dad had a brand new 1967 GMC 3/4ton, 30 years later I bought my 1972 C10 and am finally starting its full restoration. Time flies!

12-22-2016, 11:00 AM	#221
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? C10 1969. I was 13 years old. Born in 1956.



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12-22-2016, 01:57 PM	#222
WyoCustomC10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 46	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? I was 18 years old when I bought Moose. I was -10 when it was new. Dad had a '71 4x4 olive and white...I think it is still cruising around Sheridan, WY. He sold it for his '78 4x4 swb that he still has, still trying to coax it out of his possession. __________________ 1970 Chevy Custom C/10 Dark Bronze & White, 406 C.I. SBC, Edlebrock Cam, Intake, TH350 Trans with cooler, Headman Headers, 2.5" dual exaust with 28" glass packs, 3:73 gears, Original Oak bed, Pace Edwards Roll Top Toneau Cover, Resounds Bluetooth Radio, Chevy rally wheels, 265/75R15 General AT2's

12-22-2016, 02:21 PM	#223
paul blair Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: massachusetts Posts: 329	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? 69 k/10 I was 22. Lucky and thankfull to still be alive and able to drive! Happy Holidays

12-22-2016, 03:25 PM	#224
JQ-72 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Killen, Alabama USA Posts: 3,625	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? Almost born!- birthday is August 1972. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super swb. Factory 402/400,tach,posi,AM/FM, A/C. Adding cruise, 8-track 72 Cheyenne Super swb. 350/350 A/C, bucket seats 72 Cheyenne swb. Factory 402/400, tilt, posi, A/C 72 Cheyenne Super K-10. 350/4 spd., posi. 72 Suburban 350/350 tilt, tach, AM/FM, A/C, luggage rack 72 GMC Sierra lwb. 350/350, A/C. medium green/olive interior

12-22-2016, 04:15 PM	#225
outfield Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 387	Re: How old were you when your truck was new? 1969 K20 built in Nov 1968. I was 8. Attached Images

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