1969 long bed "Pappy" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 03:52 PM

I wasn't really looking for another project but I couldn't pass this up. It came from Arkansas and appears to be a legit 50,000 mile truck that has been off the road since 1992. It's straight and clean except quite a bit of rust in the passenger cowl/kick panel area which somebody crudely patched long ago. For now, I had to install a new radiator. The previous owner went through the brakes and did a valve cover gasket, belts and a tune-up. The 250/powerglide is not something you see too much anymore but I have no desire to change it. I have several other higher horsepower V8 trucks and cars, this can cruise the way Mr. Chevrolet intended.

Next up will be new thin white tires, windshield (cracked), factory style mirrors, new seat cover, steering wheel and *maybe* a chrome rear bumper. I don't have big plans for it and I don't want to molest it too much because I think it's a neat time capsule that can be enjoyed as-is. How about that "custom comfort & convenience" package two-tone seat cover!?

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 03:53 PM

The bed floor is clean as they come. One dent. Tailgate is really nice too. It was kind of sad to put a crappy plastic radiator in the truck because it was clear that nothing had ever been touched. I kept the leaky original just in case.

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 04:29 PM

Well just took Pappy for a spin, he drives easy...but runs hot. Dang I hope that's not a head gasket issue because I like the ole' stovebolt.

68Gold/white · 07-26-2017, 04:53 PM

Wow, I've never seen power steering in a 67-72 Chevy 6 banger pickup, 73 and up yes....

With something that old and original, I'd be starting with all the basics. My initial thought is a bunch of crud in the engine..........

Water pump shaft loose?

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 05:03 PM

Yeah, I was surprised to find power steering too. I bought it sight-unseen and when I drove it off the trailer I was like "SWEET SHE STEERS!!!". Haven't checked the water pump yet, hoping the radiator just burped. The old coolant was fairly clean but the radiator was leaking badly so somebody may have let her get too warm and cooked the head gasket. Could be the gauge as well which was reading about half. I'll get it hot again and use my laser thermometer to see whats really going on. I have an iphone FLIR unit on order, that would be handy right now!

Snake72 · 07-26-2017, 06:05 PM

What a great find! Awesome truck, look forward to seeing it cleaned up!

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 06:28 PM

Well, I think the cooling system is under control. 170 at the upper hose, 130 at the lower, 160 at the t-stat housing, 170-180 at the block. Guage is probably just reading high. I forgot what it was like to drive a stock suspension truck, not bad! So everything works except the headlights and radio. I like 'er...

**lolife99** · 07-26-2017, 07:29 PM

Add a front sway bar if it doesn't have one.
Very cool truck!

**LEEVON** · 07-26-2017, 07:35 PM

Glove box says it does...don't laugh but it's parked in the middle of a shop bay with a lift and I haven't even taken time to look underneath yet LOL

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-26-2017, 11:55 PM

That is a very nicely preserved truck! I like it. On a side note, how do you like your Challenger?

**LEEVON** · 07-27-2017, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Add a front sway bar if it doesn't have one.
Very cool truck!

Well, I guess I dreamed it up, no sway bar. I think I have one laying around though.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

That is a very nicely preserved truck! I like it. On a side note, how do you like your Challenger?

Love it! 18,000 miles, zero complaints. It's a big, loud muscle car that does exactly what I want which is to scare the crap out of me sometimes when I hammer it. I got the 6-speed but the 8-speed auto is really bad ass, if it made sense $ I would trade.

**lolife99** · 07-27-2017, 10:04 AM

Leevon,... shoot me a PM if you ever decide to sell this.
I doubt I can afford it, with todays sky-rocketing c10 prices, but I just like this truck.

cooperhw · 07-27-2017, 10:13 AM

Score. What a find. Funny how they sometimes find you when you are not looking. I scored a 71 GMC a few weeks ago and need another one like another hole in my head, but could not pass it up. Not as nice and clean as yours though. Enjoy it.
I am also usually all about higher horsepower & 6 speeds, but not on my new one.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-27-2017, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

Love it! 18,000 miles, zero complaints. It's a big, loud muscle car that does exactly what I want which is to scare the crap out of me sometimes when I hammer it. I got the 6-speed but the 8-speed auto is really bad ass, if it made sense $ I would trade.

That's awesome! I know a guy that has a Hell Cat and I try to stay away from it. It makes me want to sell a couple of things and get at least a SRT. I have to quit thinking.

**LEEVON** · 07-27-2017, 04:06 PM

Pappy's wheels came off and went to get powdercoated today. He won't be going anywhere for at least a week since he's on jackstands. But soon as they get back and he has new rubber we'll hit the streets again.

RedRider · 07-27-2017, 06:02 PM

What a find!

**LEEVON** · 07-28-2017, 06:31 PM

Pappy came with a set of hub caps, so I cleaned them up a bit. The picture does them way too much justice. Two have a split in the side and all of them have pitting, faded paint and dents. But they'll match the truck, good enough for now.

**rustytruck50** · 08-01-2017, 01:37 PM

Like it!!!!! I'm curious about the "Two Special Colors"....any info on that?

**LEEVON** · 08-02-2017, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rustytruck50

Like it!!!!! I'm curious about the "Two Special Colors"....any info on that?

Thanks. Yes! me too on the colors. I haven't really been able to figure that out, wondering if it's for the two-tone paint? I thought they called it "two-tone" on the SPID. The seat cover and interior is addressed in the other two lines but even though it says "cloth" it's actually like a woven vinyl insert. I know these SPID's can be kind of a mystery at times. Funny thing happened just this morning though. There is a guy here in Springfield, MO who is the largest supplier of stamped vinyl seat covers and door panels, etc for these trucks. Chances are if you have a repro seat cover it came from him through a vendor. Anyhow, we met at awhile back. He called me this morning about another truck and we got to talking about this seat cover. I am sending him these photos to see if he can make anything remotely close, or at least a two-tone medium blue/dark blue. I am curious to see if he knows anything about this option? The PO replaced the dash pad, but I'm guessing the original was dark blue like the steering wheel, door panels and half of the seat.

**GR8-68** · 08-02-2017, 10:55 AM

Very nice ride, looks like a nice one

**LEEVON** · 08-02-2017, 11:14 AM

I guess I should assume the truck is 508 Dark Blue?

**rustytruck50** · 08-02-2017, 11:49 AM

That truck is too cool...Possibly a special trim/color package for a particular Dealer Zone or a fleet order? I remember seeing a '69 or '70 C10 & '70 Chevelle SS in light blue that was a special order in North Carolina, like the Tarheels blue. I've looked at lots of these over the years and have never seen that color or the seat cover style. It's very obviously the factory upholstery....the inserts almost look like a Chevelle pattern, maybe Camaro and the center scroll pattern is a total mystery....Neat!

**LEEVON** · 08-07-2017, 05:09 PM

Pappy got new shoes and mirrors. What a difference powder coating the wheels and new tires made. They are 225/75/15, good for stock height or lowered.

**lolife99** · 08-07-2017, 05:20 PM

Looks great!

**rustytruck50** · 08-07-2017, 06:14 PM

Amazing the difference that makes....looks great!

07-26-2017, 03:52 PM	#1
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	1969 long bed "Pappy" I wasn't really looking for another project but I couldn't pass this up. It came from Arkansas and appears to be a legit 50,000 mile truck that has been off the road since 1992. It's straight and clean except quite a bit of rust in the passenger cowl/kick panel area which somebody crudely patched long ago. For now, I had to install a new radiator. The previous owner went through the brakes and did a valve cover gasket, belts and a tune-up. The 250/powerglide is not something you see too much anymore but I have no desire to change it. I have several other higher horsepower V8 trucks and cars, this can cruise the way Mr. Chevrolet intended. Next up will be new thin white tires, windshield (cracked), factory style mirrors, new seat cover, steering wheel and maybe a chrome rear bumper. I don't have big plans for it and I don't want to molest it too much because I think it's a neat time capsule that can be enjoyed as-is. How about that "custom comfort & convenience" package two-tone seat cover!? Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-26-2017, 03:53 PM	#2
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" The bed floor is clean as they come. One dent. Tailgate is really nice too. It was kind of sad to put a crappy plastic radiator in the truck because it was clear that nothing had ever been touched. I kept the leaky original just in case. Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-26-2017, 04:29 PM	#3
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Well just took Pappy for a spin, he drives easy...but runs hot. Dang I hope that's not a head gasket issue because I like the ole' stovebolt. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 07-26-2017 at 04:40 PM.

07-26-2017, 04:53 PM	#4
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,386	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Wow, I've never seen power steering in a 67-72 Chevy 6 banger pickup, 73 and up yes.... With something that old and original, I'd be starting with all the basics. My initial thought is a bunch of crud in the engine.......... Water pump shaft loose?

07-26-2017, 05:03 PM	#5
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Yeah, I was surprised to find power steering too. I bought it sight-unseen and when I drove it off the trailer I was like "SWEET SHE STEERS!!!". Haven't checked the water pump yet, hoping the radiator just burped. The old coolant was fairly clean but the radiator was leaking badly so somebody may have let her get too warm and cooked the head gasket. Could be the gauge as well which was reading about half. I'll get it hot again and use my laser thermometer to see whats really going on. I have an iphone FLIR unit on order, that would be handy right now! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 07-26-2017 at 05:11 PM.

07-26-2017, 06:05 PM	#6
Snake72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Iowa Posts: 267	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" What a great find! Awesome truck, look forward to seeing it cleaned up!

07-26-2017, 06:28 PM	#7
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Well, I think the cooling system is under control. 170 at the upper hose, 130 at the lower, 160 at the t-stat housing, 170-180 at the block. Guage is probably just reading high. I forgot what it was like to drive a stock suspension truck, not bad! So everything works except the headlights and radio. I like 'er... __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-26-2017, 07:29 PM	#8
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Add a front sway bar if it doesn't have one. Very cool truck! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-26-2017, 07:35 PM	#9
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Glove box says it does...don't laugh but it's parked in the middle of a shop bay with a lift and I haven't even taken time to look underneath yet LOL __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-26-2017, 11:55 PM	#10
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" That is a very nicely preserved truck! I like it. On a side note, how do you like your Challenger? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

07-27-2017, 10:04 AM	#12
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Leevon,... shoot me a PM if you ever decide to sell this. I doubt I can afford it, with todays sky-rocketing c10 prices, but I just like this truck. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-27-2017, 10:13 AM	#13
cooperhw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Mesa AZ (Near Phoenix) Posts: 2,302	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Score. What a find. Funny how they sometimes find you when you are not looking. I scored a 71 GMC a few weeks ago and need another one like another hole in my head, but could not pass it up. Not as nice and clean as yours though. Enjoy it. I am also usually all about higher horsepower & 6 speeds, but not on my new one. __________________ "Life is too short to drive a boring vehicle". Later, Wayne

07-27-2017, 04:06 PM	#15
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Pappy's wheels came off and went to get powdercoated today. He won't be going anywhere for at least a week since he's on jackstands. But soon as they get back and he has new rubber we'll hit the streets again. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-27-2017, 06:02 PM	#16
RedRider Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 356	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" What a find!

07-28-2017, 06:31 PM	#17
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Pappy came with a set of hub caps, so I cleaned them up a bit. The picture does them way too much justice. Two have a split in the side and all of them have pitting, faded paint and dents. But they'll match the truck, good enough for now. Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids



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08-01-2017, 01:37 PM	#18
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Like it!!!!! I'm curious about the "Two Special Colors"....any info on that? __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold Last edited by rustytruck50; 08-01-2017 at 01:56 PM.

08-02-2017, 10:55 AM	#20
GR8-68 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Belews Creek , NC Posts: 4,220	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Very nice ride, looks like a nice one __________________ Larry It is easily overlooked that what is now called vintage was once brand new. "Project 68" paypal.me/ldgrant

08-02-2017, 11:14 AM	#21
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" I guess I should assume the truck is 508 Dark Blue? Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

08-02-2017, 11:49 AM	#22
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" That truck is too cool...Possibly a special trim/color package for a particular Dealer Zone or a fleet order? I remember seeing a '69 or '70 C10 & '70 Chevelle SS in light blue that was a special order in North Carolina, like the Tarheels blue. I've looked at lots of these over the years and have never seen that color or the seat cover style. It's very obviously the factory upholstery....the inserts almost look like a Chevelle pattern, maybe Camaro and the center scroll pattern is a total mystery....Neat! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold Last edited by rustytruck50; 08-02-2017 at 11:59 AM.

08-07-2017, 05:09 PM	#23
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Pappy got new shoes and mirrors. What a difference powder coating the wheels and new tires made. They are 225/75/15, good for stock height or lowered. Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

08-07-2017, 05:20 PM	#24
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Looks great! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

08-07-2017, 06:14 PM	#25
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: 1969 long bed "Pappy" Amazing the difference that makes....looks great! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

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