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Wallee · 10-15-2014, 12:03 AM

I just picked up my great uncles 72 chevy c10 lwb after his passing. It was left to me. My uncle bought this truck new in 71. Garage kept and hardly any rust. Runs but could use some tlc. So I'm super happy to have this one owner family heirloom! Now first question, is the stock engine a 350? Small block? I looked tonight but never could find the engine block code as it's covered in grease and it was getting dark.

**leddzepp** · 10-15-2014, 12:16 AM

Pop open the glovebox door, look for a sticker affixed to it. It is called a SPID (service parts id) that will have a lot of info on it.

*dajn* · 10-15-2014, 02:10 AM

From your discription, it appears to be the original motor. It really doesn't gain you anything. Other than oil stains on your garage floor.

engineer_gregh · 10-15-2014, 08:56 AM

Hi Wallee, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sure if you post some pictures you'll get a lot of replies from the board about the truck.

Wallee · 10-15-2014, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by engineer_gregh

Hi Wallee, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sure if you post some pictures you'll get a lot of replies from the board about the truck.

I will post up some this evening after work! I just got it last night and didn't have a chance to get any pics yet.

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**leddzepp** · 10-15-2014, 04:29 PM

Looks like a 350

Wallee · 10-15-2014, 04:47 PM

That's what the inside of glovebox says as well! I got a leaky intake manifold and exhaust manifold to fix

**WIDESIDE72** · 10-15-2014, 07:17 PM

Cool truck. Looks like someone just put a new alternator on it for you!

factorystock · 10-15-2014, 07:30 PM

Looks like a 1970. The original "gold custom cloth" upholstery was actually a "sandy white" color.

Wallee · 10-16-2014, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

Cool truck. Looks like someone just put a new alternator on it for you!

Yeah and they didn't hook it up right lol! It's not working. There is 4 wires coming from the alternator that are just hanging loose. Only one wire running to the battery and a plug in is hooked up

1972BlueC20 · 10-16-2014, 02:34 PM

Clean up the flat area inside where I circled in red on this picture, there should be a code (example : V1014TRJ) . This will tell you for sure if it's the correct engine for that truck. Not if it's original but if it's correct for that particular truck. If it's correct and the date is prior to the build date of the truck it is also most likely the original engine from the factory.

Get me the code and I will tell you what it means.

Wallee · 10-16-2014, 02:43 PM

1972bluec20 I will do that this evening! Does my truck look like it sits low. Maybe cause of smaller tires? Or is it just me lol

1972BlueC20 · 10-16-2014, 04:30 PM

The ride height looks about right to me, it may just be the wheels and tires which appear to be correct. Mine is a C20 and sits a little higher in the back, but it doesn't have stock wheels and tires...but they are all the same size all around...I also have heavy duty leaf springs in the rear so that may be why mine sits higher in the back.

Here is mine :

Wallee · 10-16-2014, 04:53 PM

1972bluec20 your definitely running bigger tires than I have. Maybe I just need a little more rubber!

1972BlueC20 · 10-16-2014, 05:23 PM

Yeah they are 265/75 R16

not sure on the wheel size

Wallee · 10-16-2014, 05:29 PM

I will check and see what mine are!

Wallee · 10-16-2014, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972BlueC20

Yeah they are 265/75 R16

not sure on the wheel size

Block code is VI107tax

1972BlueC20 · 10-17-2014, 09:19 AM

Ok so here's what we got!

Based on your VIN number :

1970 Chevrolet - 4x2 - V8 Engine - 1/2 Ton - Built in St. Louis, your truck was the 27,142 truck built at that plant in 1970

Based on your engine code :

1970 - 350 engine, conventional cab, Auto Transmission, built at the Flint Michigan plant on Nov, 7th

Check to see if your truck was built in November on or before Nov 7th, if so then this engine is most likely original. There is a blue sticker that is in the door jam on the passenger side that will have a build date.

Hope this helps!!

Wallee · 10-17-2014, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972BlueC20

Ok so here's what we got!

Based on your VIN number :

1970 Chevrolet - 4x2 - V8 Engine - 1/2 Ton - Built in St. Louis, your truck was the 27,142 truck built at that plant in 1970

Based on your engine code :

1970 - 350 engine, conventional cab, Auto Transmission, built at the Flint Michigan plant on Nov, 7th

Check to see if your truck was built in November on or before Nov 7th, if so then this engine is most likely original. There is a blue sticker that is in the door jam on the passenger side that will have a build date.

Hope this helps!!

Man your awesome! Helps a ton! Lol idk why I thought it was a 72!

1972BlueC20 · 10-17-2014, 10:10 AM

Cool deal, glad I could help!

Take care!

Wallee · 10-17-2014, 10:45 AM

Thanks! Getting up in the morning and installing some gaskets and fixing that alternator. Got to find where all the wires go. Might snap a pic and see what you guys think.

Wallee · 10-17-2014, 06:33 PM

Truck was built on 11/69

10-15-2014, 12:03 AM	#1
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	1972 chevy build/?'s I just picked up my great uncles 72 chevy c10 lwb after his passing. It was left to me. My uncle bought this truck new in 71. Garage kept and hardly any rust. Runs but could use some tlc. So I'm super happy to have this one owner family heirloom! Now first question, is the stock engine a 350? Small block? I looked tonight but never could find the engine block code as it's covered in grease and it was getting dark.

10-15-2014, 12:16 AM	#2
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,036	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Pop open the glovebox door, look for a sticker affixed to it. It is called a SPID (service parts id) that will have a lot of info on it. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-15-2014, 02:10 AM	#3
dajn Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ogilvie Minnesota Posts: 461	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s From your discription, it appears to be the original motor. It really doesn't gain you anything. Other than oil stains on your garage floor.

10-15-2014, 08:56 AM	#4
engineer_gregh Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Smyrna TN Posts: 1,153	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Hi Wallee, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sure if you post some pictures you'll get a lot of replies from the board about the truck. __________________ 1971 Longbed BB Cheyenne Super 1972 Longbed SB Cheyenne Super 1972 Longbed Highlander Custom Deluxe 1975 K5 4x4 full convertible Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645165 Greg Smyrna TN

10-15-2014, 03:14 PM	#6
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s

10-15-2014, 03:15 PM	#7
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s

10-15-2014, 04:12 PM	#8
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s

10-15-2014, 04:29 PM	#9
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,036	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Looks like a 350 __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-15-2014, 04:47 PM	#10
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s That's what the inside of glovebox says as well! I got a leaky intake manifold and exhaust manifold to fix

10-15-2014, 07:17 PM	#11
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Cool truck. Looks like someone just put a new alternator on it for you!

10-15-2014, 07:30 PM	#12
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,396	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Looks like a 1970. The original "gold custom cloth" upholstery was actually a "sandy white" color.

10-16-2014, 02:34 PM	#14
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Clean up the flat area inside where I circled in red on this picture, there should be a code (example : V1014TRJ) . This will tell you for sure if it's the correct engine for that truck. Not if it's original but if it's correct for that particular truck. If it's correct and the date is prior to the build date of the truck it is also most likely the original engine from the factory. Get me the code and I will tell you what it means. Attached Images __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

10-16-2014, 02:43 PM	#15
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s 1972bluec20 I will do that this evening! Does my truck look like it sits low. Maybe cause of smaller tires? Or is it just me lol

10-16-2014, 04:30 PM	#16
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s The ride height looks about right to me, it may just be the wheels and tires which appear to be correct. Mine is a C20 and sits a little higher in the back, but it doesn't have stock wheels and tires...but they are all the same size all around...I also have heavy duty leaf springs in the rear so that may be why mine sits higher in the back. Here is mine : Attached Images __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

10-16-2014, 04:53 PM	#17
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s 1972bluec20 your definitely running bigger tires than I have. Maybe I just need a little more rubber!



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10-16-2014, 05:23 PM	#18
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Yeah they are 265/75 R16 not sure on the wheel size __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

10-16-2014, 05:29 PM	#19
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s I will check and see what mine are!

10-17-2014, 09:19 AM	#21
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Ok so here's what we got! Based on your VIN number : 1970 Chevrolet - 4x2 - V8 Engine - 1/2 Ton - Built in St. Louis, your truck was the 27,142 truck built at that plant in 1970 Based on your engine code : 1970 - 350 engine, conventional cab, Auto Transmission, built at the Flint Michigan plant on Nov, 7th Check to see if your truck was built in November on or before Nov 7th, if so then this engine is most likely original. There is a blue sticker that is in the door jam on the passenger side that will have a build date. Hope this helps!! __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

10-17-2014, 10:10 AM	#23
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Cool deal, glad I could help! Take care! __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559

10-17-2014, 10:45 AM	#24
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Thanks! Getting up in the morning and installing some gaskets and fixing that alternator. Got to find where all the wires go. Might snap a pic and see what you guys think.

10-17-2014, 06:33 PM	#25
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: 1972 chevy build/?'s Truck was built on 11/69

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