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RuralRoute C-30 · 01-07-2011, 07:12 PM

I swear this is the first time I feel I finally got a deal on ebay. Been wanting one of these for the 85 C-30 for some time.

Saw this "new in the box" dash bezel a few days ago and knew it was not for an 81-83 as advertised. Instead it works perfectly for an 84-87 w/out ac. Checked LMC for their price of $149 and to confirm it would work for my 85 c-30.

Anyway, I went ahead and placed a bid and let it alone thinking the price would sky-rocket in the last few minutes before it closed. Went to work and forgot about it. Now I find out I actually won on a low bid! WOW! Usually I always get out-bid.

Paid $31 plus $17 to ship. Not bad for $48.

Not sure about the lack of the storage tray. Thought it was molded into my old one, but I could be wrong. Pondering putting in my aftermarket temp gauge in there with a stainless plate. Another project when it warms up.

Mark

slb1985 · 01-07-2011, 07:22 PM

I have an 87 and the top opening on mine is for a vent and have always thpught it was for a\c equipped trucks but could be wrong. But still a good deal I don't feel like i ever get a deal when it comes to auto parts either.
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Pop's C-10 · 01-07-2011, 07:24 PM

nice score..that thing is mint.

Greenlee · 01-07-2011, 07:27 PM

That looks like a nice score! Maybe there wasn't as much competition since most trucks seem to have the vents for A/C.

I have had some good luck on Ebay. One time I bought a running Honda Trx 90 four wheeler for my son for $460. Just like you I bid on it and forgot about it, thinking for sure I would lose. Checked back later and I had one!

DBLSPRT68 · 01-07-2011, 07:28 PM

Mark, I think the Non-a/c storage pocket screws into the top right hole just like a vent would for a/c. I "Think". Good score!

Big Port Jimmy 6 · 01-07-2011, 07:32 PM

Non AC trucks have a cubby hole in the top corner, and no vent hole in the lower left. Jay

ECU PIRATE · 01-07-2011, 08:02 PM

Nice score bro!!! 81'-87' non a/c trucks have the cubby hole as you say but it is molded into the bezel itself. You can get your hands on a factory vent, you can make your own cubby by pulling out the vent and glueing a piece of plastic on the back of the housing. Problem solved.
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justpball · 01-07-2011, 08:02 PM

very nice bro!

RuralRoute C-30 · 01-07-2011, 08:12 PM

Thanks all, it'll definitely be a change over what I have.

Saw a picture once where someone did a neat job two-toning with paint on one of these. Was thinking about painting this one but winter set in and now a new one is on it's way so doubt I'll bother with the idea of painting the old one.

Mark

Mr79C10 · 01-08-2011, 08:32 AM

Congrats!!!

mooseknuckles · 01-08-2011, 12:38 PM

nice score!

79bonanza · 01-08-2011, 08:23 PM

just curious but where is your windeshield wiper switch at, i dont see it in your pics

*87 chevy silverado* · 01-08-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 79bonanza

just curious but where is your windeshield wiper switch at, i dont see it in your pics

this in an 83 -87 dash an his is on the colom were the turn signals are.....btw nice score

ont_guy_38 · 01-08-2011, 08:33 PM

Great deal...good thing i didn't see that one !!!!!!!!!!

79bonanza · 01-08-2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 87 chevy silverado

this in an 83 -87 dash an his is on the colom were the turn signals are.....btw nice score

o ok im just use to 70's models, i forgot they were putting them on the colum back in the early 80's

motornut · 01-10-2011, 10:52 AM

nice score
i'm thinking to put a tac in the vent hole till i get one in the dash

babyJay · 01-10-2011, 11:00 AM

Awesome deal! The cubby just screws on with a few coarse thread screws, You should be able to switch yours over.

HarleyHauler · 01-14-2011, 02:53 AM

Nice ebay score!

01-07-2011, 07:12 PM	#1
RuralRoute C-30 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: East Central Illinois Posts: 511	I finally won on e-bay! I swear this is the first time I feel I finally got a deal on ebay. Been wanting one of these for the 85 C-30 for some time. Saw this "new in the box" dash bezel a few days ago and knew it was not for an 81-83 as advertised. Instead it works perfectly for an 84-87 w/out ac. Checked LMC for their price of $149 and to confirm it would work for my 85 c-30. Anyway, I went ahead and placed a bid and let it alone thinking the price would sky-rocket in the last few minutes before it closed. Went to work and forgot about it. Now I find out I actually won on a low bid! WOW! Usually I always get out-bid. Paid $31 plus $17 to ship. Not bad for $48. Not sure about the lack of the storage tray. Thought it was molded into my old one, but I could be wrong. Pondering putting in my aftermarket temp gauge in there with a stainless plate. Another project when it warms up. Mark __________________ 1985 Chevy C-30 Hydraulic Dump Bed 2001 Saturn SC2 (go to work car) 2010 PT Cruiser (wife's car) "Reality is just a hallucination brought on by lack of alcohol."

01-07-2011, 07:22 PM	#2
slb1985 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sandusky,OH Posts: 71	Re: I finally won on e-bay! I have an 87 and the top opening on mine is for a vent and have always thpught it was for a\c equipped trucks but could be wrong. But still a good deal I don't feel like i ever get a deal when it comes to auto parts either. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1987 R10 Silverado - Rusty But trusty Daily 1984 C10 Custom Deluxe - Newest Project

01-07-2011, 07:24 PM	#3
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: I finally won on e-bay! nice score..that thing is mint.

01-07-2011, 07:27 PM	#4
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: I finally won on e-bay! That looks like a nice score! Maybe there wasn't as much competition since most trucks seem to have the vents for A/C. I have had some good luck on Ebay. One time I bought a running Honda Trx 90 four wheeler for my son for $460. Just like you I bid on it and forgot about it, thinking for sure I would lose. Checked back later and I had one! Last edited by Greenlee; 01-07-2011 at 07:28 PM.

01-07-2011, 07:28 PM	#5
DBLSPRT68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Ft. Mill, SC USA Posts: 931	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Mark, I think the Non-a/c storage pocket screws into the top right hole just like a vent would for a/c. I "Think". Good score! __________________ PROJECT TRUCK: 1985 SWB C10 Silverado Black/Charcoal, 1990 V2500 Suburban, 2018 Suburban, 2005 GMC 2500HD CCSB, 2014 Toyota Camry SE, HAD.....1968 Camaro RS/SS Family owned since new; 350 3 speed SOLD

01-07-2011, 07:32 PM	#6
Big Port Jimmy 6 Addicted to Rust Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Abbeville SC Posts: 1,030	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Non AC trucks have a cubby hole in the top corner, and no vent hole in the lower left. Jay __________________ Current trucks: (48 GMC100 320 inliner) Gone (48 Suburban in pieces) Sold 87 GMC CCSB 5.3 4l60E Daily Driver ECTA National record holder XO/PP We never really grow up, we just learn how to act in public.

01-07-2011, 08:02 PM	#7
ECU PIRATE Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Centreville, Virginia Posts: 846	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Nice score bro!!! 81'-87' non a/c trucks have the cubby hole as you say but it is molded into the bezel itself. You can get your hands on a factory vent, you can make your own cubby by pulling out the vent and glueing a piece of plastic on the back of the housing. Problem solved. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ The Fleet........ 68' Camaro - 1st car (restored & still have it) 09' VW Tiguan (Wife's Daily Driver) 14' VW Passat SE TSI (my personal) 14' Ford Edge Sport (Daily Work Vehicle) 73' SWB Stepside - 77K org. miles 74' LWB 454/TH400 - drive train transplant for my (Sold) 98' SWB C1500 W/T - shop truck (Sold) 90' GMC Sierra SLE short step - aka " Jezabelle " (Sold)

01-07-2011, 08:02 PM	#8
justpball Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Silverhill, Al Posts: 2,026	Re: I finally won on e-bay! very nice bro! __________________ Fuzzy Dice Club Member 87 Crew SWB Build for the crew http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430082 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3232925 90 burb 2wd Build Thread For The Burb! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383055

01-07-2011, 08:12 PM	#9
RuralRoute C-30 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: East Central Illinois Posts: 511	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Thanks all, it'll definitely be a change over what I have. Saw a picture once where someone did a neat job two-toning with paint on one of these. Was thinking about painting this one but winter set in and now a new one is on it's way so doubt I'll bother with the idea of painting the old one. Mark __________________ 1985 Chevy C-30 Hydraulic Dump Bed 2001 Saturn SC2 (go to work car) 2010 PT Cruiser (wife's car) "Reality is just a hallucination brought on by lack of alcohol."

01-08-2011, 08:32 AM	#10
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01-08-2011, 12:38 PM	#11
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: I finally won on e-bay! nice score! __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

01-08-2011, 08:23 PM	#12
79bonanza Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: sadieville, kentucky Posts: 167	Re: I finally won on e-bay! just curious but where is your windeshield wiper switch at, i dont see it in your pics

01-08-2011, 08:33 PM	#14
ont_guy_38 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 1,006	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Great deal...good thing i didn't see that one !!!!!!!!!!

01-10-2011, 10:52 AM	#16
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: I finally won on e-bay! nice score i'm thinking to put a tac in the vent hole till i get one in the dash __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

01-10-2011, 11:00 AM	#17
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Awesome deal! The cubby just screws on with a few coarse thread screws, You should be able to switch yours over. __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW



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01-14-2011, 02:53 AM	#18
HarleyHauler Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 60	Re: I finally won on e-bay! Nice ebay score!

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