1968 CST 50th question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CC69Rat · 08-06-2016, 12:59 PM

I am building a 68 50th clone and just have a question. From the factory, the emblem at the top of the doors, would it say 'Custom with the Red / White / Blue striped emblem' or would it have been the CST in goldish color like you see on Blazers ? Thanks.

bow-tie-bandit · 08-06-2016, 01:41 PM

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100%Chevy · 08-06-2016, 02:50 PM

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I have owned two 50th annv trucks. Both trucks had this emblem.Attachment 1559079

Mine is the same as yours'.
Mike.

**68bowtie** · 08-06-2016, 03:27 PM

is the yellow paint a 50th thing? i've also been wondering about the originality of the cst and custom emblems (yellow vs blue/red, and black vs unpainted background).

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bruceman1968 · 08-06-2016, 04:06 PM

Chad, you could get the anniversary special on a CST or Custom. You could also get it on a base model as long as A50 bucket seats were ordered. On your tribute, why not just go with the seats. If you are using a bench seat with cloth inserts go with the Custom emblem. If you are using a bench seat with vinyl inserts go with the CST emblem. If you are using bucket seats then use the CST emblem also. The yellow is correct for a 1968 50th CST. The Custom on a 1968 50th has the black background.

**68bowtie** · 08-07-2016, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by bruceman1968

Chad, you could get the anniversary special on a CST or Custom. You could also get it on a base model as long as A50 bucket seats were ordered. On your tribute, why not just go with the seats. If you are using a bench seat with cloth inserts go with the Custom emblem. If you are using a bench seat with vinyl inserts go with the CST emblem. If you are using bucket seats then use the CST emblem also. The yellow is correct for a 1968 50th CST. The Custom on a 1968 50th has the black background.

where did you get the info about 50th option only being available on base models with bucket seats? i know you are an expert on originality, just curious where to find that kind of detail for future reference.

CC69Rat · 08-07-2016, 03:13 PM

Very good information - much appreciated.

I think I'll go with the yellow CST emblems.

I'm basically building a truck of all the parts of the 67-72 model years that I like. I love the 50th trucks but I know it's not likely I'll ever find one. I didn't go with the exact paint colors for that reason.. just my rendition of a 50th looking truck. I have 69-70 saddle buckets and console, I'll be using 70-71 style saddle door panels (with the wood across the top) 71-72 Cheyenne Super bezel and glove box door for the wood grain, and a 69 Camaro 3 spoke rosewood / walnut 3 spoke steering wheel. (Repro) saddle carpet and dash pad.

The truck won't be represented as a true 50th, just my spin on it. I figured with it dropped and billets it won't be original anyway..

Again, thanks for the help!

bruceman1968 · 08-07-2016, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

where did you get the info about 50th option only being available on base models with bucket seats? i know you are an expert on originality, just curious where to find that kind of detail for future reference.

It's in the price and facts book.

bruceman1968 · 08-07-2016, 05:58 PM

Chad, Happy to help, By all means, build it exactly the way you want it. Your doing a great job on your build! Your truck is looking awesome!!

08-06-2016, 12:59 PM	#1
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	1968 CST 50th question I am building a 68 50th clone and just have a question. From the factory, the emblem at the top of the doors, would it say 'Custom with the Red / White / Blue striped emblem' or would it have been the CST in goldish color like you see on Blazers ? Thanks. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

08-06-2016, 01:41 PM	#2
bow-tie-bandit Live life and be happy. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Spokane,Washington Posts: 266	Re: 1968 CST 50th question I have owned two 50th annv trucks. Both trucks had this emblem.

08-06-2016, 03:27 PM	#4
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,601	Re: 1968 CST 50th question is the yellow paint a 50th thing? i've also been wondering about the originality of the cst and custom emblems (yellow vs blue/red, and black vs unpainted background). __________________ Please help my sister in law with her battle with cancer https://gofund.me/902f6fce Survivor "Lil’ Mint" (67 c10 40k mile light green original paint) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

08-06-2016, 04:06 PM	#5
bruceman1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 1,549	Re: 1968 CST 50th question Chad, you could get the anniversary special on a CST or Custom. You could also get it on a base model as long as A50 bucket seats were ordered. On your tribute, why not just go with the seats. If you are using a bench seat with cloth inserts go with the Custom emblem. If you are using a bench seat with vinyl inserts go with the CST emblem. If you are using bucket seats then use the CST emblem also. The yellow is correct for a 1968 50th CST. The Custom on a 1968 50th has the black background. __________________ CHEVY/GMC VIN DECODERS

08-07-2016, 03:13 PM	#7
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	Re: 1968 CST 50th question Very good information - much appreciated. I think I'll go with the yellow CST emblems. I'm basically building a truck of all the parts of the 67-72 model years that I like. I love the 50th trucks but I know it's not likely I'll ever find one. I didn't go with the exact paint colors for that reason.. just my rendition of a 50th looking truck. I have 69-70 saddle buckets and console, I'll be using 70-71 style saddle door panels (with the wood across the top) 71-72 Cheyenne Super bezel and glove box door for the wood grain, and a 69 Camaro 3 spoke rosewood / walnut 3 spoke steering wheel. (Repro) saddle carpet and dash pad. The truck won't be represented as a true 50th, just my spin on it. I figured with it dropped and billets it won't be original anyway.. Again, thanks for the help! __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

08-07-2016, 05:58 PM	#9
bruceman1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 1,549	Re: 1968 CST 50th question Chad, Happy to help, By all means, build it exactly the way you want it. Your doing a great job on your build! Your truck is looking awesome!! __________________ CHEVY/GMC VIN DECODERS



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