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Malamute · 06-09-2012, 10:14 PM

This is my neighbors truck and he's looking to lighten the load at his place. '69 w/ sb 400 and 700r4. Has tilt, tach, ps, pb but no disk. I'm thinking a drop, front disks, wheels and tires and drive it. He's asking $5,500 but I think I'm going to throw him an offer. It needs a new window, e-brake doesn't work and the weather stripping is shot around the doors. Here's a few pics, the spid is faded.

Let me know what you guys think, thanks.
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QKENUF4U · 06-09-2012, 10:44 PM

man thats a nice clean truck...

Frijolito1988 · 06-09-2012, 10:47 PM

Go for it, thats a steal here in So cal.

71swb4x4 · 06-09-2012, 10:50 PM

Is that an original short bed? Only reason I ask is a lot of "extras" have been added like camaro tach, 400 small block, side trim, wood grain bezel, etc. It appears to have been put together with stuff, but that doesn't mean the truck isn't an original shortbed. It could easily be an original short bed, but if that part is important to you I would check it over before writing the check.

Malamute · 06-09-2012, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

Is that an original short bed? Only reason I ask is a lot of "extras" have been added like camaro tach, 400 small block, side trim, wood grain bezel, etc. It appears to have been put together with stuff, but that doesn't mean the truck isn't an original shortbed. It could easily be an original short bed, but if that part is important to you I would check it over before writing the check.

I couldn't see anything to make me believe it wasn't a sb but I'll be honest, I wasn't looking that hard for it. Truck had a 350 orignally I believe, he put the 400 in it a few years ago when he planned to build it but it got lost in a few other projects.

72highlander · 06-09-2012, 11:33 PM

I think I could make out 115 on the spid, should be an original shorty.
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sir_talk_alot · 06-09-2012, 11:44 PM

id offer around +/- 4700, see what he says. it looks like a pretty good truck. id buy the wheels and tires if you werent so far away. and are you sure that isnt a '70, 69s and 70s look almost the same, but from my understanding on depicting what year between the two, you had to look at the grille, if the plastic upper and lower pieces looked like small individual sections it was a 69, but if it was just straight plastic it was a 70, may be wrong, i have a 70.

67c10rustbuket · 06-10-2012, 12:15 AM

I think you should pass on this one. I'll be up to pick it up next weekend!

Just kidding looks like a winner to me ! As highlander said check the top center of the spid label, where is says "W/BASE ___" if it is 115 then it is original short bed. Well the glove box is anyway

I would inspect the frame to be sure personally but it looks original to me from here, nice score if you get it !!

**special-K** · 06-10-2012, 06:15 AM

That's a decent truck for the money. The SPIDs shows it's an original SWB. It definitely doesn't read 127. It's also definitely a '69 by the grilles,which is not the one reproduced. Goodies have been added,as so many do. That truck is a base model that's been "spruced up" along the line. Heh heh...get it? Looks like a repaint in a Spruce color. Looks like it came with automatic,gauges,full foam seat,and body side moldings. I'm going to guess it's a CS1,but could have been a 307. It was originally Dark Green w/White and green interior. I like it as it is.

**70cst** · 06-10-2012, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

That's a decent truck for the money. The SPIDs shows it's an original SWB. It definitely doesn't read 127. It's also definitely a '69 by the grilles,which is not the one reproduced. Goodies have been added,as so many do. That truck is a base model that's been "spruced up" along the line. Heh heh...get it? Looks like a repaint in a Spruce color. Looks like it came with automatic,gauges,full foam seat,and body side moldings. I'm going to guess it's a CS1,but could have been a 307. It was originally Dark Green w/White and green interior. I like it as it is.

To me it looks like a solid deal

hugger6933 · 06-10-2012, 09:41 AM

I don't see any reasons against it just reasons for it. It looks good to me. A buff job would go a long way towards making it look a little better

Malamute · 06-10-2012, 09:48 AM

Thanks for the input, everyone! It was repainted quite some time ago and has been sitting outside for a while. Paint is chipping and fading but I'm not worried about it. I wish it still had a white roof as that is my favorite look but I am not going to invest money in paint on this truck. If I ever get one with expensive paint I'll let someone else take the hit on that one! I think I'll offer $5k and see what happens. My boys are both interested in cars so maybe we can do some work on it together to get their interest up even more.

**jocko** · 06-10-2012, 12:02 PM

nice truck, hope you get it and you and your sons enjoy it. Biggest asset is that the body looks very solid all the way around - that alone makes it worth $5K. The fact that it's a CST and swb, etc is icing on the cake. Good deal, jump on it.

big_al_71 · 06-10-2012, 12:05 PM

very nice truck for a fairly good price...

dhaymaker · 06-10-2012, 12:50 PM

That's a nice looking truck. If you decide not to buy it, PM me!! It would be good to keep it in Colorado...LOL!

ChevLoRay · 06-10-2012, 02:45 PM

It's an older restification. It wasn't a CST when new. The VIN is your clue. If it starts with CE, it was a V8; a CS means it was a 6-cyl. 10734 is the next part, for a SWB fleetside. 10934 says it was a LWB fleetside. 10704 would be a short stepside.

The mirrors are '71-2.

Overall, from your pix, it doesn't look bad, but CO uses chemicals on the roadways, so I'd be checking what the sun doesn't shine on with a magnifying glass. Look at the lower edge of the cowl, where the fenders attach. Cab corners and rockers will be obvious. Floorpans should get some scruitiny, too. Trailing arms (2 pieces of metal sandwiched together) are another item that will weaken from rust. Radiator support and the area beneath the battery will be fairly easy to see.

Good luck.

Malamute · 06-10-2012, 05:04 PM

I wish I could have gotten a better pic of the spid, but it is quite faded. As far as rust, I've crawled under that thing twice and there is absolutely no rust in the floor pan, rockers, cab corners or wheel wells. I don't think this truck has been driven much in the past 10 years.

Again, thanks for the feedback. I'll get better spid info when it's in my driveway!

chevy72blu · 06-10-2012, 05:23 PM

make sure to take a magnet to the rockers and cab corners and/or do the knock test when looking for body filler. Rust can get you in trouble on these things.

Of course it can be repaired, but it provides good bargaining room for the price.

Malamute · 06-10-2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevLoRay

It's an older restification. It wasn't a CST when new. The VIN is your clue. If it starts with CE, it was a V8; a CS means it was a 6-cyl. 10734 is the next part, for a SWB fleetside. 10934 says it was a LWB fleetside. 10704 would be a short stepside.

The mirrors are '71-2.

Overall, from your pix, it doesn't look bad, but CO uses chemicals on the roadways, so I'd be checking what the sun doesn't shine on with a magnifying glass. Look at the lower edge of the cowl, where the fenders attach. Cab corners and rockers will be obvious. Floorpans should get some scruitiny, too. Trailing arms (2 pieces of metal sandwiched together) are another item that will weaken from rust. Radiator support and the area beneath the battery will be fairly easy to see.

Good luck.

Helpful info, thanks. Went and took a closer look, very faded but it was CE10734. Couldn't really make out the 4 but given your info that the only thing it could be.

No rust filler in rockers or corners, used a magnet. Also no rust. The ONLY place I found a small hole of rust was in two of the supports under the cab that go from the body mount to the rockers, very minor but should that be concerning? Floor pan perfect. On other thing of note that I missed before is that the holes in the bed rails were filled in but I could care less about that.

I think the hood was either repainted after the rest of the truck or it was replaced at some point. It doesn't match up(he says it was removed when the motor was replaced) and it's a slightly different color.

Again, thanks for all of the helpful info everyone.

Malamute · 06-29-2012, 02:33 PM

Been a busy few weeks, just talked to him today and he accepted my offer! Going over tomorrow afternoon to seal the deal and bring it home. Thanks for the help everyone.

ChevLoRay · 06-29-2012, 03:17 PM

You can get replacement cab mounts...the ones that you mentioned....or you can get some that are simple reinforcements for the rusty ones you mention. In the cab, beneath your feet and the mat/carpet, you will find one bolt on each side. There are two more, beneath the gas tank. The ones beneath the tank are at the back of the cab and will have rubber cushions that are visible in front of the bed.

**70cst** · 06-29-2012, 03:39 PM

: on one

looking truck! ...

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midniteblues · 06-29-2012, 04:03 PM

Congrats on your purchase thats a great looking truck! You know we are going too need more pics of it then

**jocko** · 06-29-2012, 04:39 PM

YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!! That is sweet.

Malamute · 06-29-2012, 04:55 PM

Thanks guys, I'll get more pics on Sunday. Going to start pulling things that need to be pulled and cleaning the interior up.

Going to leave the paint as is for a while but what do you guys think about spraying the top white and sanding it down to get some color coming though so it looks ****ty like the rest of the paint? I like a little contrast and have a buddy that manages an auto body shop that could help and make it easy on my wallet as well.

06-09-2012, 10:14 PM	#1
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	I think I found one This is my neighbors truck and he's looking to lighten the load at his place. '69 w/ sb 400 and 700r4. Has tilt, tach, ps, pb but no disk. I'm thinking a drop, front disks, wheels and tires and drive it. He's asking $5,500 but I think I'm going to throw him an offer. It needs a new window, e-brake doesn't work and the weather stripping is shot around the doors. Here's a few pics, the spid is faded. Let me know what you guys think, thanks. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG]

06-09-2012, 10:44 PM	#2
QKENUF4U Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: SUNNY WARM BIKE RIDING COTTONWOOD ARIZONA Posts: 2,097	Re: I think I found one man thats a nice clean truck...

06-09-2012, 10:47 PM	#3
Frijolito1988 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 421	Re: I think I found one Go for it, thats a steal here in So cal.

06-09-2012, 10:50 PM	#4
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: I think I found one Is that an original short bed? Only reason I ask is a lot of "extras" have been added like camaro tach, 400 small block, side trim, wood grain bezel, etc. It appears to have been put together with stuff, but that doesn't mean the truck isn't an original shortbed. It could easily be an original short bed, but if that part is important to you I would check it over before writing the check. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

06-09-2012, 11:33 PM	#6
72highlander Sophomore Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: brownwood, tx Posts: 927	Re: I think I found one I think I could make out 115 on the spid, should be an original shorty. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Highlander SWB 1972 Custom Deluxe 3/4 2WD 60k miles these trucks don't need vacuum gauges cause they don't suck! two wrongs don't make a right, but three rights do make a left all i want is a little more than i'll ever get it's better to be judged by 12 than to be carried by 6

06-09-2012, 11:44 PM	#7
sir_talk_alot Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mayflower,AR Posts: 802	Re: I think I found one id offer around +/- 4700, see what he says. it looks like a pretty good truck. id buy the wheels and tires if you werent so far away. and are you sure that isnt a '70, 69s and 70s look almost the same, but from my understanding on depicting what year between the two, you had to look at the grille, if the plastic upper and lower pieces looked like small individual sections it was a 69, but if it was just straight plastic it was a 70, may be wrong, i have a 70. __________________ -Mike- '94 GMT 400 ext z71 3" body, 3 in rough country, hd mirrors, 20" motometals on 35s

06-10-2012, 12:15 AM	#8
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: I think I found one I think you should pass on this one. I'll be up to pick it up next weekend! Just kidding looks like a winner to me ! As highlander said check the top center of the spid label, where is says "W/BASE ___" if it is 115 then it is original short bed. Well the glove box is anyway I would inspect the frame to be sure personally but it looks original to me from here, nice score if you get it !! __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

06-10-2012, 06:15 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: I think I found one That's a decent truck for the money. The SPIDs shows it's an original SWB. It definitely doesn't read 127. It's also definitely a '69 by the grilles,which is not the one reproduced. Goodies have been added,as so many do. That truck is a base model that's been "spruced up" along the line. Heh heh...get it? Looks like a repaint in a Spruce color. Looks like it came with automatic,gauges,full foam seat,and body side moldings. I'm going to guess it's a CS1,but could have been a 307. It was originally Dark Green w/White and green interior. I like it as it is. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-10-2012, 09:41 AM	#11
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,263	Re: I think I found one I don't see any reasons against it just reasons for it. It looks good to me. A buff job would go a long way towards making it look a little better

06-10-2012, 09:48 AM	#12
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: I think I found one Thanks for the input, everyone! It was repainted quite some time ago and has been sitting outside for a while. Paint is chipping and fading but I'm not worried about it. I wish it still had a white roof as that is my favorite look but I am not going to invest money in paint on this truck. If I ever get one with expensive paint I'll let someone else take the hit on that one! I think I'll offer $5k and see what happens. My boys are both interested in cars so maybe we can do some work on it together to get their interest up even more.

06-10-2012, 12:02 PM	#13
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,957	Re: I think I found one nice truck, hope you get it and you and your sons enjoy it. Biggest asset is that the body looks very solid all the way around - that alone makes it worth $5K. The fact that it's a CST and swb, etc is icing on the cake. Good deal, jump on it.

06-10-2012, 12:05 PM	#14
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: I think I found one very nice truck for a fairly good price... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

06-10-2012, 12:50 PM	#15
dhaymaker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Peyton, CO Posts: 448	Re: I think I found one That's a nice looking truck. If you decide not to buy it, PM me!! It would be good to keep it in Colorado...LOL! __________________ don "The DRBMan" 2014 Audi A4 (The Wife's Daily Driver) 2017 HD Ultra (The Cruiser) 2003 HD Fatboy (The Ride) 2001 Chevy Suburban (Another back up!!) For the first time in forever, not a single 67-72 Chevy truck, Blazer, or Suburban on the property! Basically retired and getting the new Motorhome ready for some traveling. Doing a bit of work on the house getting it ready to sell! LOL!!

06-10-2012, 02:45 PM	#16
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: I think I found one It's an older restification. It wasn't a CST when new. The VIN is your clue. If it starts with CE, it was a V8; a CS means it was a 6-cyl. 10734 is the next part, for a SWB fleetside. 10934 says it was a LWB fleetside. 10704 would be a short stepside. The mirrors are '71-2. Overall, from your pix, it doesn't look bad, but CO uses chemicals on the roadways, so I'd be checking what the sun doesn't shine on with a magnifying glass. Look at the lower edge of the cowl, where the fenders attach. Cab corners and rockers will be obvious. Floorpans should get some scruitiny, too. Trailing arms (2 pieces of metal sandwiched together) are another item that will weaken from rust. Radiator support and the area beneath the battery will be fairly easy to see. Good luck. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-10-2012, 05:04 PM	#17
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: I think I found one I wish I could have gotten a better pic of the spid, but it is quite faded. As far as rust, I've crawled under that thing twice and there is absolutely no rust in the floor pan, rockers, cab corners or wheel wells. I don't think this truck has been driven much in the past 10 years. Again, thanks for the feedback. I'll get better spid info when it's in my driveway!



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06-10-2012, 05:23 PM	#18
chevy72blu Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,188	Re: I think I found one make sure to take a magnet to the rockers and cab corners and/or do the knock test when looking for body filler. Rust can get you in trouble on these things. Of course it can be repaired, but it provides good bargaining room for the price.

06-29-2012, 02:33 PM	#20
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: I think I found one Been a busy few weeks, just talked to him today and he accepted my offer! Going over tomorrow afternoon to seal the deal and bring it home. Thanks for the help everyone.

06-29-2012, 03:17 PM	#21
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: I think I found one You can get replacement cab mounts...the ones that you mentioned....or you can get some that are simple reinforcements for the rusty ones you mention. In the cab, beneath your feet and the mat/carpet, you will find one bolt on each side. There are two more, beneath the gas tank. The ones beneath the tank are at the back of the cab and will have rubber cushions that are visible in front of the bed. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-29-2012, 03:39 PM	#22
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: I think I found one : on one looking truck! ... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

06-29-2012, 04:03 PM	#23
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: I think I found one Congrats on your purchase thats a great looking truck! You know we are going too need more pics of it then __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

06-29-2012, 04:39 PM	#24
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,957	Re: I think I found one YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!! That is sweet.

06-29-2012, 04:55 PM	#25
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: I think I found one Thanks guys, I'll get more pics on Sunday. Going to start pulling things that need to be pulled and cleaning the interior up. Going to leave the paint as is for a while but what do you guys think about spraying the top white and sanding it down to get some color coming though so it looks ****ty like the rest of the paint? I like a little contrast and have a buddy that manages an auto body shop that could help and make it easy on my wallet as well.

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