1965 K20 My Latest Find - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 12:08 PM

I've been anxiously awaiting and it Just arrived this morning ! 1965 K20 ex Fire dept brush fire truck from Western Nebraska. 8791 original mile truck ( I just put 10 more miles on it ) 283 Power brakes , still has 4 of the original tires, all 4 original spiral shocks and 100% of its original paint. Runs and drives excellent. A big THANK YOU to Sodly for looking it over and convincing me to throw in a bid with his pictures and description and test drive. The white 1963 C30 Panel was also found earlier this year about 50 miles from this K20.

oem4me · 11-09-2014, 12:23 PM

Wow! .. Just WOW! I presume more pics are coming. If not, I think it would be fair to ban you from the board for cruel and unusual teasing.

**argonaut** · 11-09-2014, 12:25 PM

Very cool pickup!
I have never seen that power brake pedal cover before, looks neat.

evan396 · 11-09-2014, 12:41 PM

Very nice truck Jon. Great find

cru_zn_29 · 11-09-2014, 12:51 PM

Great find !. Now that is a grill guard.

**pimpston65** · 11-09-2014, 12:53 PM

what kind of brush guard is that??? looks like a cage against wild animals, very cool, wanna sell the rubber off that thing???? i wonder if US ROYAL would have a set of those still around... oh when you get a chance show pics of those sprial shocks, cuz im running those type just need to see the rears to make sure i have the right type. ima be taking plenty of pics of this one for reference!!!

**argonaut** · 11-09-2014, 12:55 PM

It almost looks like its set up for a person to stand on the front bumper extension platform and serve as a guard rail.

**aerotruk63** · 11-09-2014, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by oem4me

Wow! .. Just WOW! I presume more pics are coming. If not, I think it would be fair to ban you from the board for cruel and unusual teasing.

2nd that motion!

**pimpston65** · 11-09-2014, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by argonaut

Very cool pickup!
I have never seen that power brake pedal cover before, looks neat.

repop

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by pimpston65

repop

Looks like they added a section when they cast that pad Pimp. Notice how flat the background is on the original. Interesting.

**pimpston65** · 11-09-2014, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 60-66

Looks like they added a section when they cast that pad Pimp. Notice how flat the background is on the original. Interesting.

its nice, but not as nice as original. and no one else are making them!!! most have "power bra" on them. it kinda worked out and got 4 out the deal...

awbrown · 11-09-2014, 02:03 PM

We need pictures of the white one to !!

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 02:15 PM

This truck is incredible underneath. I was just crawling around under it and the front axle and tie rod are clean bare steel, not even a hint of rust. Same with the driveshafts. Heres some more pictures. Came with the original 1964 dated title and dealer invoice.

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 02:18 PM

Anyone have a takeoff OG paint red stepside gate ? Im going to need one .

**pimpston65** · 11-09-2014, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 60-66

Anyone have a takeoff OG paint red stepside gate ? Im going to need one .

i bet those vise grips are vintage, so is there a build sheet behind the seat, doesnt matter you got the dealers copy and even the key 4 digit code, does the rig work??? pumping out flames on the side??? or high pressure washing!!!

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by oem4me

Wow! .. Just WOW! I presume more pics are coming. If not, I think it would be fair to ban you from the board for cruel and unusual teasing.

Ban ? What ? Ok Ok !!

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Originally Posted by argonaut

Very cool pickup!
I have never seen that power brake pedal cover before, looks neat.

Most are pretty worn out or were never saved, but we are all getting smarter.

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Originally Posted by evan396

Very nice truck Jon. Great find

Thanks Evan, Hows yours coming ?

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Originally Posted by cru_zn_29

Great find !. Now that is a grill guard.

Front and rear !? Makes it easier for cleaning the hood. They gotta go !

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Originally Posted by argonaut

It almost looks like its set up for a person to stand on the front bumper extension platform and serve as a guard rail.

I agree, I will ask them about how that was used.

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Originally Posted by aerotruk63

2nd that motion!

Banning or pictures ?????

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Originally Posted by awbrown

We need pictures of the white one to !!

Will get some new ones and add to the thread.

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Originally Posted by pimpston65

i bet those vise grips are vintage, so is there a build sheet behind the seat, doesnt matter you got the dealers copy and even the key 4 digit code, does the rig work??? pumping out flames on the side??? or high pressure washing!!!

It turns over but I smell old gas. No build sheet, may have to do with that particular assembly line. No protecto plate either. The invoice will do !

**aerotruk63** · 11-09-2014, 03:05 PM

Tsk tsk tsk! No interior pics, just plain sloppy or lazy?
Custom Seat I'm assuming fabric and vinyl?
Original window ticket is a lucky find.
J for Janesville Plant
Extra grounding straps for the Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Static dischargeÉ

**Mathew21** · 11-09-2014, 03:17 PM

Great find, Congrats!

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 03:35 PM

Interior . Sorry this is all I have, gotta run and pick up my Daughter at the airport, Just not enough time to sort out details today. I don't understand the Custom Seat thing , will check the data tag later.

**60-66** · 11-09-2014, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by aerotruk63

Tsk tsk tsk! No interior pics, just plain sloppy or lazy?
Custom Seat I'm assuming fabric and vinyl?
Original window ticket is a lucky find.
J for Janesville Plant
Extra grounding straps for the Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Static dischargeÉ

Had a chance to check the Data book on the seat, option code Z52 is "Full-Depth Foam" not the custom cloth seat cover . My white 65 has the same seat, its just a stiffer seat foam.

67swb72klb · 11-09-2014, 05:53 PM

that's a gem!!

sigshooter · 11-09-2014, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by pimpston65

repop

Where can I get some of those power brake pads?

**aerotruk63** · 11-09-2014, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 60-66

Had a chance to check the Data book on the seat, option code Z52 is "Full-Depth Foam" not the custom cloth seat cover . My white 65 has the same seat, its just a stiffer seat foam.

Interesting how they deviated from one description to another.

**aotte1** · 11-09-2014, 06:38 PM

Jon,

Really nice truck, glad you were able to get it. Thanks from sharing the knowledge this truck provides, with us, along with documenting it. Look forward to learning more!!

Les

oem4me · 11-09-2014, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 60-66

Ban ? What ? Ok Ok !!

Of course I'm only kidding. Your contributions here are worth more than can be said.
A unique rig like this in true low mile/survivor form represents a big challenge to the serious collector.
Restoration vs preservation vs abstention. Hmmm... Go all out, or do nothing?
I know that a thorough cleaning and detailing with preservation in mind can be almost as difficult and time consuming as a full-blown restoration.
Perhaps a good scrub is all it really needs.
Either way, I'll enjoy any photo updates and progress reports as you have time.

11-09-2014, 12:08 PM	#1
60-66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,325	1965 K20 My Latest Find I've been anxiously awaiting and it Just arrived this morning ! 1965 K20 ex Fire dept brush fire truck from Western Nebraska. 8791 original mile truck ( I just put 10 more miles on it ) 283 Power brakes , still has 4 of the original tires, all 4 original spiral shocks and 100% of its original paint. Runs and drives excellent. A big THANK YOU to Sodly for looking it over and convincing me to throw in a bid with his pictures and description and test drive. The white 1963 C30 Panel was also found earlier this year about 50 miles from this K20. __________________ IS IT an EATON or Chevrolet rear axle https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=843778 The hubcap thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702839 WANTED : 1963-1966 6 Cylinder Fan Shroud WANTED :1964-1966 PANEL TRUCK

11-09-2014, 12:23 PM	#2
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Wow! .. Just WOW! I presume more pics are coming. If not, I think it would be fair to ban you from the board for cruel and unusual teasing.

11-09-2014, 12:25 PM	#3
argonaut Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 1,813	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Very cool pickup! I have never seen that power brake pedal cover before, looks neat. __________________ Jason M. @argonaut62 1972 K5 Blazer CST, Turquoise 1966 K20 Short Fleet Pickup, Big Ugly 1964 C10 Short Fleet, Gertrude 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera 1996 Ford Bronco XLT 1980 Jeep Wagoneer 2008 Honda CBR1000RR 2005 Honda RC51 1981 Honda CB750C No dis-assemble Johnny Five! No dis-assemble!

11-09-2014, 12:41 PM	#4
evan396 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: clinton ct Posts: 212	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Very nice truck Jon. Great find

11-09-2014, 12:51 PM	#5
cru_zn_29 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Joshua Tree Ca. Posts: 719	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Great find !. Now that is a grill guard.

11-09-2014, 12:53 PM	#6
pimpston65 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: corktown,mi. Posts: 5,194	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find what kind of brush guard is that??? looks like a cage against wild animals, very cool, wanna sell the rubber off that thing???? i wonder if US ROYAL would have a set of those still around... oh when you get a chance show pics of those sprial shocks, cuz im running those type just need to see the rears to make sure i have the right type. ima be taking plenty of pics of this one for reference!!!

11-09-2014, 12:55 PM	#7
argonaut Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 1,813	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find It almost looks like its set up for a person to stand on the front bumper extension platform and serve as a guard rail. __________________ Jason M. @argonaut62 1972 K5 Blazer CST, Turquoise 1966 K20 Short Fleet Pickup, Big Ugly 1964 C10 Short Fleet, Gertrude 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera 1996 Ford Bronco XLT 1980 Jeep Wagoneer 2008 Honda CBR1000RR 2005 Honda RC51 1981 Honda CB750C No dis-assemble Johnny Five! No dis-assemble!

11-09-2014, 02:03 PM	#12
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find We need pictures of the white one to !!

11-09-2014, 02:15 PM	#13
60-66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,325	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find This truck is incredible underneath. I was just crawling around under it and the front axle and tie rod are clean bare steel, not even a hint of rust. Same with the driveshafts. Heres some more pictures. Came with the original 1964 dated title and dealer invoice. __________________ IS IT an EATON or Chevrolet rear axle https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=843778 The hubcap thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702839 WANTED : 1963-1966 6 Cylinder Fan Shroud WANTED :1964-1966 PANEL TRUCK

11-09-2014, 02:18 PM	#14
60-66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,325	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Anyone have a takeoff OG paint red stepside gate ? Im going to need one . __________________ IS IT an EATON or Chevrolet rear axle https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=843778 The hubcap thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702839 WANTED : 1963-1966 6 Cylinder Fan Shroud WANTED :1964-1966 PANEL TRUCK

11-09-2014, 03:05 PM	#17
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,625	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Tsk tsk tsk! No interior pics, just plain sloppy or lazy? Custom Seat I'm assuming fabric and vinyl? Original window ticket is a lucky find. J for Janesville Plant Extra grounding straps for the Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Static dischargeÉ __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1 Last edited by aerotruk63; 11-09-2014 at 03:13 PM.

11-09-2014, 03:17 PM	#18
Mathew21 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton township, MI Posts: 1,192	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Great find, Congrats! __________________ It only has original paint once

11-09-2014, 03:35 PM	#19
60-66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,325	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Interior . Sorry this is all I have, gotta run and pick up my Daughter at the airport, Just not enough time to sort out details today. I don't understand the Custom Seat thing , will check the data tag later. __________________ IS IT an EATON or Chevrolet rear axle https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=843778 The hubcap thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702839 WANTED : 1963-1966 6 Cylinder Fan Shroud WANTED :1964-1966 PANEL TRUCK

11-09-2014, 05:53 PM	#21
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,452	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find that's a gem!! __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

11-09-2014, 06:38 PM	#24
aotte1 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: lousiville Ky Posts: 2,637	Re: 1965 K20 My Latest Find Jon, Really nice truck, glad you were able to get it. Thanks from sharing the knowledge this truck provides, with us, along with documenting it. Look forward to learning more!! Les



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