Anyone here still have that all original factory look? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Hazieview · 01-28-2013, 10:34 AM

I'm thinking of taking my truck back to more of an original factory look. I want it to look like it did back in the 80s. Does anyone have a truck with the original paint scheme? Im thinking of going with a two tone red and white but i want to see what other paint schemes are out there.

Thanks!
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**hatzie** · 01-28-2013, 11:41 AM

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Firebirdjones · 01-28-2013, 12:02 PM

Yep, everything I have keeps the factory appearance, in some instances they are still sporting their original born with paint, including my 79 1 ton. I have a passion for unrestored survivor cars and I seemed to carry that over to my pickup truck for some odd reason when I went looking for one.

Custom is nice and I can certainly appreciate the work involved, but for me the stock appearance flips my switch.

meatwagon83 · 01-28-2013, 01:01 PM

i am working toward this with my truck i want it to look like it is (well mostly stock)

GM-power · 01-28-2013, 01:22 PM

My 79 is all stock except the audio system and and 357 sbc.
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Keith Seymore · 01-28-2013, 02:25 PM

Stock, except I did not replace the fender emblems or tailgate lettering.

K

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Now:

motornut · 01-29-2013, 11:13 AM

trying to on the 79...

Desert1957 · 01-29-2013, 11:54 AM

I saved this pic due to the nice color combo

Desert

meatwagon83 · 01-29-2013, 01:38 PM

now thats a nice truck!!^^^^^

88Jimmy4x4 · 01-29-2013, 02:10 PM

By saying original factory look are you also referring to original height meaning no drop kit or lift kit of any size?
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meatwagon83 · 01-29-2013, 07:28 PM

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By saying original factory look are you also referring to original height meaning no drop kit or lift kit of any size?
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if its lowered its not stock now is it?

88Jimmy4x4 · 01-29-2013, 08:01 PM

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if its lowered its not stock now is it?

so must be stock height stock wheels right?

ramz · 01-29-2013, 08:38 PM

Restoring back to original ... inside redone just needs paint.

1977cheyenne_C10 · 01-29-2013, 09:22 PM

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Restoring back to original ... inside redone just needs paint.

what size are the tires?

ramz · 01-29-2013, 09:23 PM

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what size are the tires?

275/60r15

Desert1957 · 01-30-2013, 02:21 AM

Desert

PAWS 72 · 01-30-2013, 07:47 AM

Here is the one i just got.the original owner was a doctor he put the camper on about a week after he bought it and a rubber mat in the bed and never been off or out.

i'LL GET PICS AFTER I WASHED IT THE NEXT DAY OR TWO.

motornut · 01-30-2013, 08:22 AM

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trying to on the 79...

Lets me play with the 78

1Cobra427 · 01-30-2013, 09:53 AM

Orig everything is what drew me to this truck. Only thing not orig is the radio and the bumper guard. '77 I was told is a unique year that the side trim was painted different colors. I think it is the only year that this occurred.

Keith Seymore · 01-31-2013, 10:50 AM

Correct: '77 is the only year for yellow in the side trim.

K

**N2TRUX** · 01-31-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

Correct: '77 is the only year for yellow in the side trim.

K

Not trying to pic nits or match wits with a long time GM employee, but I think there was "one" exception to that rule. Didn't the 75-76 GMC Gentleman Jim have the yellow (gold) insert too?

bigblock73 · 01-31-2013, 01:19 PM

GJ was 75 only Ken

but you are correct.

**N2TRUX** · 01-31-2013, 01:22 PM

Yeah, I went back to change it, but got side tracked. What about the Beau James?

**N2TRUX** · 01-31-2013, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 1Cobra427

Orig everything is what drew me to this truck. Only thing not orig is the radio and the bumper guard. '77 I was told is a unique year that the side trim was painted different colors. I think it is the only year that this occurred.

The 77 model was a "transitional" year for our trucks. There were several items that stopped, started, and specific only to the 1977 trucks.

Keith Seymore · 01-31-2013, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Not trying to pic nits or match wits with a long time GM employee, but I think there was "one" exception to that rule. Didn't the 75-76 GMC Gentleman Jim have the yellow (gold) insert too?

Right - but I was thinking of more "mainstream" offerings.

Sometimes I sacrifice total accuracy for the sake of brevity.

K

01-28-2013, 10:34 AM	#1
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hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,977	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Build literature is available at the GM heritage center. http://www.gmheritagecenter.com/gm-h...tion-kits.html You can find Chevrolet and GMC Truck Dealer Albums on eBay. Many brochures are available online at TOCMP.COM , 73-87.com & http://www.73-87chevytrucks.com/ __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

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Firebirdjones Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Prescott, Arizona Posts: 2,396	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Yep, everything I have keeps the factory appearance, in some instances they are still sporting their original born with paint, including my 79 1 ton. I have a passion for unrestored survivor cars and I seemed to carry that over to my pickup truck for some odd reason when I went looking for one. Custom is nice and I can certainly appreciate the work involved, but for me the stock appearance flips my switch.

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meatwagon83 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Preble county ohio Posts: 1,914	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? i am working toward this with my truck i want it to look like it is (well mostly stock)

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GM-power Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Posts: 770	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? My 79 is all stock except the audio system and and 357 sbc. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1979 Sierra Classic Heavy-half 1996 Silverado x-cab "the daily"

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Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,230	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Stock, except I did not replace the fender emblems or tailgate lettering. K New: Now: __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/

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Desert1957 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New Freedom Pa. Posts: 1,335	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? I saved this pic due to the nice color combo Desert

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meatwagon83 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Preble county ohio Posts: 1,914	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? now thats a nice truck!!^^^^^

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88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? By saying original factory look are you also referring to original height meaning no drop kit or lift kit of any size? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

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ramz Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 205	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Restoring back to original ... inside redone just needs paint.

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PAWS 72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sheffield, ALA Posts: 2,471	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Here is the one i just got.the original owner was a doctor he put the camper on about a week after he bought it and a rubber mat in the bed and never been off or out. i'LL GET PICS AFTER I WASHED IT THE NEXT DAY OR TWO. Attached Images

01-30-2013, 09:53 AM	#19
1Cobra427 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Newnan Georgia Posts: 36	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Orig everything is what drew me to this truck. Only thing not orig is the radio and the bumper guard. '77 I was told is a unique year that the side trim was painted different colors. I think it is the only year that this occurred. Attached Images Last edited by 1Cobra427; 01-30-2013 at 10:01 AM.

01-31-2013, 10:50 AM	#20
Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,230	Re: Anyone here still have that all original factory look? Correct: '77 is the only year for yellow in the side trim. K __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/



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