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**Ironhorse** · 07-28-2020, 03:47 PM

Remember those bag phones well. First mobile phone we had, was made by Motorola. We were on a trip from Kansas to Indianapolis, Ind. at the time. My wife called her Mom from the phone in the car while we had stopped for gas. My MIL was just in awe that she was talking to her daughter while she was sitting IN the car at a gas station.

**70cst** · 07-28-2020, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Ironhorse

Remember those bag phones well. First mobile phone we had, was made by Motorola. We were on a trip from Kansas to Indianapolis, Ind. at the time. My wife called her Mom from the phone in the car while we had stopped for gas. My MIL was just in awe that she was talking to her daughter while she was sitting IN the car at a gas station.

Yep ... seems like just yesterday

**70cst** · 08-29-2020, 09:25 AM

My newest accessory ...

This dealership is the local dealership for Chevrolet. Just thought this would had a final touch.

**70cst** · 08-29-2020, 09:26 AM

Hey ... we just made our 6th page.

54blackhornet · 08-29-2020, 12:53 PM

Up in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon you need one of these to hunt morel mushrooms. I removed it from a 71 K/10 I parted out. Manufactured by Airglide Instruments of Chicago. I listed it for sale on buy/sell yesterday.

c1971 · 05-11-2021, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

I have one of these GM compasses, I bought it at a dealership in the '80s or '90s. After a long time cooking inside a truck cab in AZ, the oil is leaking out, and the North alignment is off.
Anyone know what the fluid medium is inside? Mineral oil?
I think I could inject some more and seal it with a dab of epoxy. They have shot up in price now.
I like a magnetic compass as a back up to the GPS.

I drilled a small hole in the top of mine, used a syringe needle to fill with baby oil. Then threaded a small screw with an O ring to seal, just incase I need to fill it again. I used the compass on my cell phone to align North on the compass. I have had it in my truck for a few months now and still seems to be working well.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 05-11-2021, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by c1971

I drilled a small hole in the top of mine, used a syringe needle to fill with baby oil. Then threaded a small screw with an O ring to seal, just incase I need to fill it again. I used the compass on my cell phone to align North on the compass. I have had it in my truck for a few months now and still seems to be working well.

Thanks for that.
I may try it. I've also been ogling 2-1/2'' aircraft compasses. The General Aviation kind that were $20 retail in 1970. About $100 on ebay now. Some are cheaper when dry.

body bolt · 05-11-2021, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by c1971

I drilled a small hole in the top of mine, used a syringe needle to fill with baby oil. Then threaded a small screw with an O ring to seal, just incase I need to fill it again. I used the compass on my cell phone to align North on the compass. I have had it in my truck for a few months now and still seems to be working well.

There is this stuff called compass fluid used in aircraft compasses. I think I have some left from refilling my old plane's compass.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 05-11-2021, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by body bolt

There is this stuff called compass fluid used in aircraft compasses. I think I have some left from refilling my old plane's compass.

Does Sporty's Pilot Shop or All Aircraft Parts sell it?

Baby oil I have on hand.

c1971 -- Do you think 2 ounces is enough?
Also, I think a non-ferrous filler hole screw would avoid influencing the magnet's alignment.

**70cst** · 03-08-2018, 12:28 PM

Other 60-70’s accessories?
Posted via Mobile Device

davepl · 03-08-2018, 12:32 PM

Somewhere I've got the whole GMC Accessory catalog, which I'm sure others have as well, which would be interesting to post. It covers everything from spot lights to air conditioners that you could order for your GMC from the dealer.

Coley · 03-08-2018, 01:15 PM

Love the gun racks in these old trucks.
I installed one last year and use it hold hats, fishing rods, coats, etc....always bring an interesting reaction...lol

Coley

**Canuckvetter** · 03-08-2018, 01:49 PM

Hat holder, gun rack, period correct key fob with 1967 War Amps key tag. Cigarette key chain is there because my dad smoked 3 packs a day. He has been gone 20+ years now. Even though I never smoked a day in my life I sometimes smell cigarette smoke while driving alone. I'm sure its old Dad.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1520531366

outfield · 03-08-2018, 03:53 PM

This is not really an accessory, but it's period correct. My truck was sold through Ed Randall Chevrolet in Portland, Or. Found the license plate frame that says Ed Randall, but not Chevrolet. Its on the front bumper now.

**70cst** · 03-09-2018, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by outfield

This is not really an accessory, but it's period correct. My truck was sold through Ed Randall Chevrolet in Portland, Or. Found the license plate frame that says Ed Randall, but not Chevrolet. Its on the front bumper now.

That is cool as it was at one time sold by Ed Randall Chevrolet back in the day.

**MMiller1050** · 08-31-2020, 10:43 PM

Wow, My Dad had the same gun rack and hat holder in his truck back int he 70s...it was a 1969 truck. Great to see.

**mrtoni** · 03-30-2018, 04:02 PM

70cst, I’m interested in radar detector depends on price. Matt

**70cst** · 07-20-2018, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mrtoni

70cst, I’m interested in radar detector depends on price. Matt

Just a heads up ...

I will be selling a couple period correct Radar Detectors in the next week or so - if you want to add a period correct accessary to your truck.

mr.precision · 02-18-2020, 10:55 AM

Sun visor.... I believe "period correct". Never seen another like it.

**Grumpy old man** · 02-18-2020, 11:26 AM

I'll post this up again a restored Craig 8 track installed on 5/31/69 in Tarzana ,Ca It works great and has that " high Quality " 8 track sound from the 60's

**70cst** · 02-18-2020, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

I'll post this up again a restored Craig 8 track installed on 5/31/69 in Tarzana ,Ca It works great and has that " high Quality " 8 track sound from the 60's

Nice ...

mgkgmc · 02-19-2020, 10:01 AM

Here are a few mostly period things I found lately for the 72 Jimmy. Hickey winch, Desert tank and alloy Jackman style wheels which just got the tires mounted.

**LockDoc** · 10-24-2020, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mgkgmc

Here are a few mostly period things I found lately for the 72 Jimmy. Hickey winch, Desert tank and alloy Jackman style wheels which just got the tires mounted.

I have a couple of those wheels too. They came on a truck I bought years ago. Tim (special k) had a set of them at one time too. They are pretty neat.

LockDoc

Killer Bee · 03-16-2021, 01:38 PM

I've scored a few things that are pretty cool, some from here and some from other places..

but one of the most interesting accessories for me is literature

Killer Bee · 03-16-2021, 01:45 PM

1971 RS-28 Chevrolet Truck Consumer Accessories Folder

07-28-2020, 03:47 PM	#1
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,068	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Remember those bag phones well. First mobile phone we had, was made by Motorola. We were on a trip from Kansas to Indianapolis, Ind. at the time. My wife called her Mom from the phone in the car while we had stopped for gas. My MIL was just in awe that she was talking to her daughter while she was sitting IN the car at a gas station. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

08-29-2020, 09:25 AM	#3
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... My newest accessory ... This dealership is the local dealership for Chevrolet. Just thought this would had a final touch. Attached Images __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

08-29-2020, 09:26 AM	#4
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Hey ... we just made our 6th page. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

08-29-2020, 12:53 PM	#5
54blackhornet Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Eastern Oregon Posts: 2,272	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Up in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon you need one of these to hunt morel mushrooms. I removed it from a 71 K/10 I parted out. Manufactured by Airglide Instruments of Chicago. I listed it for sale on buy/sell yesterday. Attached Images __________________ 71 C-20 07 Magnum RT AWD

03-08-2018, 12:28 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Other 60-70’s accessories? Posted via Mobile Device

03-08-2018, 12:32 PM	#11
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Somewhere I've got the whole GMC Accessory catalog, which I'm sure others have as well, which would be interesting to post. It covers everything from spot lights to air conditioners that you could order for your GMC from the dealer. __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

03-08-2018, 01:15 PM	#12
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Love the gun racks in these old trucks. I installed one last year and use it hold hats, fishing rods, coats, etc....always bring an interesting reaction...lol Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

03-08-2018, 01:49 PM	#13
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,042	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Hat holder, gun rack, period correct key fob with 1967 War Amps key tag. Cigarette key chain is there because my dad smoked 3 packs a day. He has been gone 20+ years now. Even though I never smoked a day in my life I sometimes smell cigarette smoke while driving alone. I'm sure its old Dad. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1520531366 Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

03-08-2018, 03:53 PM	#14
outfield Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 387	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... This is not really an accessory, but it's period correct. My truck was sold through Ed Randall Chevrolet in Portland, Or. Found the license plate frame that says Ed Randall, but not Chevrolet. Its on the front bumper now. Attached Images

08-31-2020, 10:43 PM	#16
MMiller1050 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Shelbyville, TN Posts: 53	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Wow, My Dad had the same gun rack and hat holder in his truck back int he 70s...it was a 1969 truck. Great to see.

03-30-2018, 04:02 PM	#17
mrtoni Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: sparks, nevada Posts: 1,879	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... 70cst, I’m interested in radar detector depends on price. Matt

02-18-2020, 10:55 AM	#19
mr.precision Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Fountain Hills, AZ Posts: 161	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Sun visor.... I believe "period correct". Never seen another like it. Attached Images

02-18-2020, 11:26 AM	#20
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... I'll post this up again a restored Craig 8 track installed on 5/31/69 in Tarzana ,Ca It works great and has that " high Quality " 8 track sound from the 60's Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

02-19-2020, 10:01 AM	#22
mgkgmc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Glendale Arizona Posts: 1,354	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... Here are a few mostly period things I found lately for the 72 Jimmy. Hickey winch, Desert tank and alloy Jackman style wheels which just got the tires mounted. Attached Images __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 stepside 1972 GMC Jimmy Custom 2004 Chevy Colorado 1989 Swb Silverado 1972 Aj's Stormer Last edited by mgkgmc; 02-19-2020 at 10:19 AM.

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Killer Bee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Barber City, CA Posts: 4,736	Re: Period Correct Accessaries for your truck... I've scored a few things that are pretty cool, some from here and some from other places.. but one of the most interesting accessories for me is literature __________________ *I started out with nothing - and I still have most of it*



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