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**too much stuff** · 12-13-2014, 06:08 PM

Got to spend a little more time on the 67 i drug home awhile back. I shall call this one, "dirty dakota" as i don't think it was ever washed or waxed or cleaned much since new and i can't find any evidence it has ever left the state of north dakota from new.
I actually took it down the road for the first time today in who knows how long. This was after replacing the gas tank and lines that were very bad. Somehow the brakes started working again and the power steering works but makes some noise. Maybe that is common on the old ram assist?
The old V-6 runs smooth and actually has a little power!
Next project will be to clean it up some more. The cowel panel is full to the top with pine needles and the pine pitch will take ALONG time to get off the fragile paint. I also added pics for the purists of paint lines and firewall markings. There is no SPID on this truck, but seems to have some options written on the firewall.
The first group of pics are what i am starting with. And yes that is pine pitch that is almost 1/4" thick in some spots! And check out the fuel gauge sending unit!
Enjoy.

**too much stuff** · 12-13-2014, 06:13 PM

Some days you scratch your head wondering why you do these things.
Looks to be an original paint truck. Maybe these pics will help someone along in their restoration.

**too much stuff** · 12-13-2014, 06:17 PM

Lots of codes on the firewall...

**too much stuff** · 12-13-2014, 06:22 PM

Last pics for now. Keep in mind this isn't a restoration or project, just an old truck that needed saving and we will see how far it goes.

**Joesjunk** · 12-13-2014, 06:50 PM

Looking good. That's the most writing I have ever seen on a truck

57taskforce · 12-13-2014, 07:00 PM

Love the patina racing stripes on the hood! haha! Nice looking project!

**too much stuff** · 12-14-2014, 09:09 PM

ISH... This took some time to clean. No fun, but had to be done. Went through the kick panel vents and got everything good and clean also. And yes that bucket was almost full.

BigRed76 · 12-14-2014, 09:51 PM

It's really nice to see an original truck like that being saved.

SCHRUMGMC · 12-14-2014, 10:46 PM

Excellent find man

**too much stuff** · 12-15-2014, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

It's really nice to see an original truck like that being saved.

looks to be quite original yet but not quite as nice as i would like.

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Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

Excellent find man

Thanks!

Lees68GMC · 12-15-2014, 11:35 PM

Nice 67, my 67 GMC wasn't as clean but for $800.00 and an additional 6 cylinder in the bed I couldn't complain. Hard to find documented production numbers but there aren't many. Good Find!

swamp rat · 12-16-2014, 01:02 AM

Nice patina truck!

**special-K** · 12-16-2014, 07:26 AM

I think you're a sucker seeing how the previous owner gave you his pitch on the truck and you went home with it. Now comes the remorse needling the heck out of you

**too much stuff** · 12-16-2014, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Lees68GMC

Nice 67, my 67 GMC wasn't as clean but for $800.00 and an additional 6 cylinder in the bed I couldn't complain. Hard to find documented production numbers but there aren't many. Good Find!

I have been pretty fortunate to find 3 67 gmc customs in the last few years... One was even a 4x4.

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Originally Posted by swamp rat

Nice patina truck!

Thanks.

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Originally Posted by special-K

I think you're a sucker seeing how the previous owner gave you his pitch on the truck and you went home with it. Now comes the remorse needling the heck out of you

Tim, If only you could see how much i am rolling my eyes right now... Good one!

**special-K** · 12-16-2014, 08:51 PM

Gotta start eatin' cereal with less corn...sorry

dads longhorn · 12-17-2014, 08:57 AM

Baby needs lots of TLC. And it looks like you've got a good start on it. Thanks for saving it.

**too much stuff** · 03-14-2015, 07:53 PM

Update... I finally have a clear title in hand and started working on this some more.
The slots i had laying around and figured i should use them up. They have been neglected so long they didn't even shine when wet! Many hours of cleaning and they look pretty good again.

**too much stuff** · 03-14-2015, 07:59 PM

And some time aligning body panels, fixing this and that, put the slots on, spent some time getting the friggen tree sap off and polished up the grill. Mounted the tailgate i picked up from board member tyler lay on my way through oklahoma. Still aways to go, but coming along.

71swb4x4 · 03-14-2015, 08:51 PM

That's a sharp looking truck. I think it needs a little altitude adjustment. You say it has a ways to go, is the rest mechanical?

tommys72 · 03-14-2015, 09:29 PM

She's coming along nicely

**TBONE1964** · 03-14-2015, 09:54 PM

That is looking real nice there Eric. I love to see them saved and put back in use. Just when you think you have things down, you see something that raises a question such as, is the antenna mounted on the drivers side from the factory on a 67 GMC? If so, I have never seen one there before.

Good addition of the slots. Slots look good on anything in my opinion

Keep up the good work,
Tom

Daner · 03-14-2015, 11:42 PM

Nice looking truck! It must have been parked facing west.

**LockDoc** · 03-15-2015, 08:44 AM

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Great job Eric! I read through the whole thread to get back up to speed on things. The Ram assist on my '68CST works smooth as silk and it doesn't leak a drop. If yours is still making noise you might try some Lucas power steering additive in it. Glad to see you are giving this one some love. Before long there won't be many GMC's left with the original engines in them.....

LockDoc

**too much stuff** · 03-15-2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

That's a sharp looking truck. I think it needs a little altitude adjustment. You say it has a ways to go, is the rest mechanical?

A little mechanical, maybe some wiring, (headlights don't come on) windows need clean and lube, lots of interior cleaning, etc... Not going overboard with this one, just a reliable driver for now.

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Originally Posted by tommys72

She's coming along nicely

Thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

That is looking real nice there Eric. I love to see them saved and put back in use. Just when you think you have things down, you see something that raises a question such as, is the antenna mounted on the drivers side from the factory on a 67 GMC? If so, I have never seen one there before.

Good addition of the slots. Slots look good on anything in my opinion

Thanks for the compliment.
Someone added the radio, they even cut through the radio delete to install it. Antenna should be on the pass side if factory.

Keep up the good work,
Tom

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Originally Posted by Daner

Nice looking truck! It must have been parked facing west.

Drivers side was to the west and a big pine tree on the right.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

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Great job Eric! I read through the whole thread to get back up to speed on things. The Ram assist on my '68CST works smooth as silk and it doesn't leak a drop. If yours is still making noise you might try some Lucas power steering additive in it. Glad to see you are giving this one some love. Before long there won't be many GMC's left with the original engines in them.....

LockDoc

Thanks. The steering works good, just makes a little noise. I added fluid last winter and it is still full. Everything is dirty underneath as this must have spent time on many a gravel road... Hoping to make this my summer beater as i accidently sold my orange big block truck a couple years ago and haven't had an old truck to drive since. Didn't know i would miss it that bad.

**too much stuff** · 03-16-2015, 11:10 PM

Rained here pretty good this am and noticed water standing in the bed. Figured i would unplug the drain hole and didn't find one. Did the 67s not have a drain hole in the bed? Anyone with an original 67 bed want to check?

12-13-2014, 06:08 PM	#1
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	67 "dirty dakota" GMC Got to spend a little more time on the 67 i drug home awhile back. I shall call this one, "dirty dakota" as i don't think it was ever washed or waxed or cleaned much since new and i can't find any evidence it has ever left the state of north dakota from new. I actually took it down the road for the first time today in who knows how long. This was after replacing the gas tank and lines that were very bad. Somehow the brakes started working again and the power steering works but makes some noise. Maybe that is common on the old ram assist? The old V-6 runs smooth and actually has a little power! Next project will be to clean it up some more. The cowel panel is full to the top with pine needles and the pine pitch will take ALONG time to get off the fragile paint. I also added pics for the purists of paint lines and firewall markings. There is no SPID on this truck, but seems to have some options written on the firewall. The first group of pics are what i am starting with. And yes that is pine pitch that is almost 1/4" thick in some spots! And check out the fuel gauge sending unit! Enjoy. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-13-2014, 06:13 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Some days you scratch your head wondering why you do these things. Looks to be an original paint truck. Maybe these pics will help someone along in their restoration. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-13-2014, 06:17 PM	#3
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Lots of codes on the firewall... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-13-2014, 06:22 PM	#4
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Last pics for now. Keep in mind this isn't a restoration or project, just an old truck that needed saving and we will see how far it goes. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-13-2014, 06:50 PM	#5
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,698	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Looking good. That's the most writing I have ever seen on a truck __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

12-13-2014, 07:00 PM	#6
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,410	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Love the patina racing stripes on the hood! haha! Nice looking project! __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

12-14-2014, 09:09 PM	#7
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC ISH... This took some time to clean. No fun, but had to be done. Went through the kick panel vents and got everything good and clean also. And yes that bucket was almost full. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

12-14-2014, 09:51 PM	#8
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC It's really nice to see an original truck like that being saved. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

12-14-2014, 10:46 PM	#9
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Excellent find man __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

12-15-2014, 11:35 PM	#11
Lees68GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Prescott Arizona Posts: 343	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Nice 67, my 67 GMC wasn't as clean but for $800.00 and an additional 6 cylinder in the bed I couldn't complain. Hard to find documented production numbers but there aren't many. Good Find! Attached Images __________________ 68 GMC SWB Vortec 5.3 98 Chevy Blazer ZR2 94 Mazda Miata, LS2 6 speed, sold "No matter what happens, nobody gets out alive"

12-16-2014, 01:02 AM	#12
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Nice patina truck! __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

12-16-2014, 07:26 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC I think you're a sucker seeing how the previous owner gave you his pitch on the truck and you went home with it. Now comes the remorse needling the heck out of you __________________ "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 ~

12-16-2014, 08:51 PM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Gotta start eatin' cereal with less corn...sorry __________________ "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 ~

12-17-2014, 08:57 AM	#16
dads longhorn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New mexico Posts: 369	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Baby needs lots of TLC. And it looks like you've got a good start on it. Thanks for saving it.

03-14-2015, 07:53 PM	#17
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Update... I finally have a clear title in hand and started working on this some more. The slots i had laying around and figured i should use them up. They have been neglected so long they didn't even shine when wet! Many hours of cleaning and they look pretty good again. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto



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03-14-2015, 07:59 PM	#18
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC And some time aligning body panels, fixing this and that, put the slots on, spent some time getting the friggen tree sap off and polished up the grill. Mounted the tailgate i picked up from board member tyler lay on my way through oklahoma. Still aways to go, but coming along. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

03-14-2015, 08:51 PM	#19
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC That's a sharp looking truck. I think it needs a little altitude adjustment. You say it has a ways to go, is the rest mechanical? __________________ 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.

03-14-2015, 09:29 PM	#20
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,075	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC She's coming along nicely __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

03-14-2015, 09:54 PM	#21
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC That is looking real nice there Eric. I love to see them saved and put back in use. Just when you think you have things down, you see something that raises a question such as, is the antenna mounted on the drivers side from the factory on a 67 GMC? If so, I have never seen one there before. Good addition of the slots. Slots look good on anything in my opinion Keep up the good work, Tom __________________ Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C

03-14-2015, 11:42 PM	#22
Daner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Wildrose, North Dakota Posts: 300	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Nice looking truck! It must have been parked facing west. __________________ Dane 67 Chevy Fleet 250/4 speed 1/2 ton 68 Chevy 250/4 speed 1/2 ton for parts 49 GMC Grain truck 235 1 1/2 ton 76 Chevy 350/4 speed 1/2 ton

03-15-2015, 08:44 AM	#23
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,574	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC - Great job Eric! I read through the whole thread to get back up to speed on things. The Ram assist on my '68CST works smooth as silk and it doesn't leak a drop. If yours is still making noise you might try some Lucas power steering additive in it. Glad to see you are giving this one some love. Before long there won't be many GMC's left with the original engines in them..... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

03-16-2015, 11:10 PM	#25
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,746	Re: 67 "dirty dakota" GMC Rained here pretty good this am and noticed water standing in the bed. Figured i would unplug the drain hole and didn't find one. Did the 67s not have a drain hole in the bed? Anyone with an original 67 bed want to check? __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

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