Question about k20 4x4 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mlongkc · 11-27-2015, 08:45 AM

Thinking of buying a 86 sierra k20 today but have a question. The particular vehicle has 6 lugs and i thought 3/4 ton had 8 lugs.

enaberif · 11-27-2015, 08:54 AM

Should have 8 lugs so either the running gear is 1/2 ton with fenders from a 3/4 ton or its a 3/4 ton with swapped out axles.

mlongkc · 11-27-2015, 09:01 AM

Thanks that's what i was thinking. Could this pose a problem in titling the truck as it is going from one state to another.

Zane M · 11-27-2015, 10:45 AM

It really shouldn't matter when it comes to titling the truck.
Generally most state DMV go off the VIN for identifying the model.
Swapped axles or fender badges will have no bearing on that.

mlongkc · 11-27-2015, 10:47 AM

Thanks

**Ironhorse** · 11-27-2015, 12:44 PM

Agree about the 6 lug / 8 lug thoughts with possible swapped fenders or axles but if want to know for sure look at the VIN on the cab and make sure it matches the title VIN. Not sure about the square body trucks but for the 67-72 bodies I am more familiar with the General stamped a partial matching VIN on the LH front frame portion near the steering gear box. Pretty sure will have to scrape away some dirt, grime and crud to find it. May or may not be the same for square body trucks. If it is there and partial matches the title VIN at least you will know what the truck was when it left the factory. Good luck and last thing, no clear title in seller's name, no buy. Opens up too big a can of worms down the road.

mlongkc · 11-27-2015, 12:53 PM

Thanks for replies with info, i passed on truck after seller became offended when i brought up concern about lugs.

MountainGoat1966 · 11-27-2015, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlongkc

Thanks for replies with info, i passed on truck after seller became offended when i brought up concern about lugs.

Probably a smart idea, it sounds like the seller knew he was trying to pull a fast one and got caught.

**old Rusty C10** · 11-27-2015, 01:12 PM

the VIN should tell you whether it was a 3/4 or 1/2 ton frame etc,,,, im betting it was a lot easier to change badging than it is to change axels. These days tho its hard to find an unmolested truck

11-27-2015, 08:45 AM	#1
mlongkc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: kansas city, kansas Posts: 14	Question about k20 4x4 Thinking of buying a 86 sierra k20 today but have a question. The particular vehicle has 6 lugs and i thought 3/4 ton had 8 lugs.

11-27-2015, 08:54 AM	#2
enaberif Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 1,181	Re: Question about k20 4x4 Should have 8 lugs so either the running gear is 1/2 ton with fenders from a 3/4 ton or its a 3/4 ton with swapped out axles.

11-27-2015, 09:01 AM	#3
mlongkc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: kansas city, kansas Posts: 14	Re: Question about k20 4x4 Thanks that's what i was thinking. Could this pose a problem in titling the truck as it is going from one state to another. Last edited by mlongkc; 11-27-2015 at 09:19 AM.

11-27-2015, 10:45 AM	#4
Zane M Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 706	Re: Question about k20 4x4 It really shouldn't matter when it comes to titling the truck. Generally most state DMV go off the VIN for identifying the model. Swapped axles or fender badges will have no bearing on that.

11-27-2015, 10:47 AM	#5
mlongkc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: kansas city, kansas Posts: 14	Re: Question about k20 4x4 Thanks

11-27-2015, 12:44 PM	#6
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,294	Re: Question about k20 4x4 Agree about the 6 lug / 8 lug thoughts with possible swapped fenders or axles but if want to know for sure look at the VIN on the cab and make sure it matches the title VIN. Not sure about the square body trucks but for the 67-72 bodies I am more familiar with the General stamped a partial matching VIN on the LH front frame portion near the steering gear box. Pretty sure will have to scrape away some dirt, grime and crud to find it. May or may not be the same for square body trucks. If it is there and partial matches the title VIN at least you will know what the truck was when it left the factory. Good luck and last thing, no clear title in seller's name, no buy. Opens up too big a can of worms down the road. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

11-27-2015, 12:53 PM	#7
mlongkc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: kansas city, kansas Posts: 14	Re: Question about k20 4x4 Thanks for replies with info, i passed on truck after seller became offended when i brought up concern about lugs.

11-27-2015, 01:12 PM	#9
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: Question about k20 4x4 the VIN should tell you whether it was a 3/4 or 1/2 ton frame etc,,,, im betting it was a lot easier to change badging than it is to change axels. These days tho its hard to find an unmolested truck __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!



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