IL New Pair of Black Shoulder Belts

[BAT]

I have a new pair of black shoulder belts that I bought but have since decided not to use them.

$225 + the ride.

[Critterman71]

Pictures? and are they original GM or aftermarket I will take them pending the info thanks.

[BAT]

Here are some pics, includes the plastic molding and bolts. I bought these from a Board Member and decided to go a different direction and I am just trying to get what I paid for them.

Thanks,

BAT

[Critterman71]

Thanks for the info are the original GM?

[BAT]

Honestly not sure how to tell, what should I look for?
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[70LonghornCST]

Originally Posted by BAT

Honestly not sure how to tell, what should I look for?
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The main way to tell is the rubber boot. If it has a vertically positioned retainting dimple, it is an early version. I have been told that the coordinate postition of the dimple varies directly to the male buckle(67-68). I have also heard that during 67-68, the shoulder belt was factory option, wheras 69-up was a dealer added only option. The horizontally positioned dimple is a later version. (69 through mid-70s). Keep in mind that this is a very rare option and could have been added as a dealer added item if one desired. So, it's still hard to be for sure on exact application because anyone could have added a set up to one's truck, whatever the year. I have seen an 80s version GM shoulder belt replacement part set that uses the Corvette boot without any retaining dimple. However, if it's OEM, it will have a seatbelt date code tag giving a part number, mnf, and date. There are aftermarket versions without a date code tag and no retaining dimples on the boot. That's what I am guessing you have by your pictures. I hope this helps.

[BAT]

No date code tags for sure, not sure about the dimple.
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[70LonghornCST]

Here are some pictures of the "dimple," both verticle and horizontal.

[Critterman71]

Bat I think I will pass for now thanks for putting up the pictures

Thanks for all of the info 70longhorncst that helps. I knew some of that but not all. I really want a set of GM part numbered date coded belts for my project and boy are they tuff to find.

[BAT]

ttt
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[WIDESIDE72]

Quite a few years ago I considered buying a 72 GMC Sierra Grande that had shoulder belts. Iirc it was on the spid too. Seller only wanted to sell the truck as a package deal with another truck and i was short that much $$$ so i passed. It was a non running truck and he hadnt even noticed them. I wish i had taken a few photos. This was before this forum was around so i didnt think anyone would be interested.
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[WIDESIDE72]

I might be interested in buying them. My brother needs a pair for his 72 Cheyenne. Could you give me ove the weekend to see if he is interested?
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[BAT]

Nobody else in line at the moment so you have first shot.
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[leddzepp]

FYI shoulder belts were a factory option listed as A85 from 67-70, with the vertical retaining dimple as illustrated by Richard in the pic above. 71-72 were dealer installed and not called out on the SPID, and had a horizontal retaining dimple, also pictured above.
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[WIDESIDE72]

Talked to brother and he said "pass".
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[BAT]

ttt

[Iron Hauler]

I'm interested, do they have the correct dimples or not?
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[BAT]

No dimples.
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[70LonghornCST]

Originally Posted by leddzepp

FYI shoulder belts were a factory option listed as A85 from 67-70, with the vertical retaining dimple as illustrated by Richard in the pic above. 71-72 were dealer installed and not called out on the SPID, and had a horizontal retaining dimple, also pictured above.
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Thanks for the clarification, Scott. To build upon what you said, 73 until ? also utilized the horizontal oriented dimpled retaining boot.
Also, I wonder, if like the bullseye lens, if GM changed mid-70 from one style of boot to the other. Just curious based on conflicting statements from various members.

Originally Posted by BAT

No dimples.
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BUMP for you. This is a good way to get a nice, new set of black shoulder belts. The chance of running across an original set in new-like or NOS condition is so rare, one can expect to pay upwards between $700 to $1,000 for it.

[1971short4X4]

If you can do 200.00 shipped I will commit to buy. No problem either way

Thanks
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[BAT]

Originally Posted by 1971short4X4

If you can do 200.00 shipped I will commit to buy. No problem either way

Thanks
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I have an offer of $225 shipped, if they pass you can have them for same price.
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[BAT]

Sold!

Thanks all for the info!
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