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67C10Step · 06-10-2020, 08:55 PM

So, I am familiar with 'standard' and 'deluxe' knobs in our trucks. My truck is a custom cab and has deluxe knobs for the most part.

What are these on the radio?

**HO455** · 06-10-2020, 09:18 PM

I am pretty sure that isn't a factory C10/20 radio. This is the factory Delco radio I am familiar with.

**special-K** · 06-10-2020, 09:23 PM

I think I have the same radio in my '72. The knobs look the same. I have no idea what it's out of. It was in it when I bought it

67C10Step · 06-10-2020, 09:27 PM

This had a speaker mounted to the roof (including two more holes to patch) and one of the old Realistic FM radio add on units. So, I am guessing somebody at some point added all this fancy stuff.

Also must have had a cb at some point because the mic holder was still screwed to the dash. More holes to patch!

thehata1 · 06-10-2020, 10:38 PM

They look like the same stock knobs as my 70 Chevelle, but with the black removed.

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

So, I am familiar with 'standard' and 'deluxe' knobs in our trucks. My truck is a custom cab and has deluxe knobs for the most part.

What are these on the radio?

**davischevy** · 06-10-2020, 10:48 PM

They are 67/68 Chevelle, Nova, Camaro.

**Grumpy old man** · 06-11-2020, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by davischevy

They are 67/68 Chevelle, Nova, Camaro.

Bingo !

I noticed them in the Summit site and planned on using them myself , I just have to check if they fit the rest of the knobs ? Being period correct time wise I believe they will fit our trucks also . They look better than black plastic .

**Grumpy old man** · 06-11-2020, 07:21 AM

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/amd-w-213

Redneck Rydes · 06-11-2020, 07:50 AM

Correct same knobs that were on my 1968 Impala SS 427

67C10Step · 06-11-2020, 07:50 AM

Well, there you have it. I have learned something already today so now I can quit thinking. I will probably not re-use these so now I need to find someone who has or is building a drive quality chevelle, camaro, or nova.

68Gold/white · 06-11-2020, 09:01 AM

My 67 Bel Air had same knobs....

71gmcC15 · 06-11-2020, 10:56 AM

My friend has a 67 c50 with that exact radio and knobs.

**davischevy** · 06-11-2020, 10:59 AM

So, did the 67-68 C10's have this knob?

**HO455** · 06-11-2020, 02:01 PM

I can't read writing on the dial. It doesn't say Delco like mine. Can you post what it says? It may help solve the mystery. Does your SPID say it has a radio?

67C10Step · 06-11-2020, 02:50 PM

OK, so I went out and checked. No radio listed in SPID so perhaps that is the reason for the odd radio and speaker job.

I had to get a flashlight and look but the lettering says All Transistor. I am going to pull the radio and see if there is any more information on it.

67C10Step · 06-11-2020, 08:48 PM

So the knobs are not plastic. Some sort of chromed cast metal and they look decent with a real quick cleanup. Some polish and they would be presentable.

Wish the PO would have saved the radio delete plate that was probably with the truck at one point. Maybe pull the radio in the next day or so when I get time.

**HO455** · 06-11-2020, 11:44 PM

Just like today knowledge was valuable back in the day. Since several members have the same radio in their vehicles. I would speculate that folks who knew ordered a radio delete truck and then bought a cheaper radio from GM and installed it themselves to save a few dollars.

**special-K** · 06-12-2020, 07:12 AM

I think the option would have been way cheaper than buying one, an antenna, and having to install. I think it just swapped out. My truck came with factory radio and this one was in it in '01 when I bought the truck.

I've never touched this radio or done anything about music in this truck for some reason. It looks like the radio fit with no alteration, but I have never confirmed that the dash is uncut. I have assumed a converted factory AM with fit right in. I also have a GM AM/FM from a car that sure looks a lot like the truck radios. It's obviously not to anyone who knows these trucks. It was sure a lot cheaper than a truck AM/FM and all I was is the right look. And 'mostly' what I want is to listen to FM.

67C10Step · 06-12-2020, 08:12 AM

This also clears up a mystery around my antenna. When I removed the old one it looked like someone drove a spike through the firewall, ran the cable through, and sealed up with some sort of goop. I remember thinking, "That is a terrible job from the factory." Now I know it wasn't factory. Before I run a new antenna it's another item to fix up correctly.

**BigBird05** · 06-12-2020, 09:18 AM

These were work trucks back in the 60's. Lots of dealers would order them with out radios and "Dealer install" them if the buyer wanted.

06-10-2020, 08:55 PM	#1
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	What Knobs Are These? So, I am familiar with 'standard' and 'deluxe' knobs in our trucks. My truck is a custom cab and has deluxe knobs for the most part. What are these on the radio? Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-10-2020, 09:18 PM	#2
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,805	Re: What Knobs Are These? I am pretty sure that isn't a factory C10/20 radio. This is the factory Delco radio I am familiar with. Attached Images __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

06-10-2020, 09:23 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: What Knobs Are These? I think I have the same radio in my '72. The knobs look the same. I have no idea what it's out of. It was in it when I bought it __________________ "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 ~

06-10-2020, 09:27 PM	#4
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	Re: What Knobs Are These? This had a speaker mounted to the roof (including two more holes to patch) and one of the old Realistic FM radio add on units. So, I am guessing somebody at some point added all this fancy stuff. Also must have had a cb at some point because the mic holder was still screwed to the dash. More holes to patch! __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-10-2020, 10:48 PM	#6
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,790	Re: What Knobs Are These? They are 67/68 Chevelle, Nova, Camaro. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

06-11-2020, 07:21 AM	#8
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What Knobs Are These? https://www.summitracing.com/parts/amd-w-213 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

06-11-2020, 07:50 AM	#9
Redneck Rydes Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Trenton,Ontario & South Carolina Posts: 755	Re: What Knobs Are These? Correct same knobs that were on my 1968 Impala SS 427

06-11-2020, 07:50 AM	#10
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	Re: What Knobs Are These? Well, there you have it. I have learned something already today so now I can quit thinking. I will probably not re-use these so now I need to find someone who has or is building a drive quality chevelle, camaro, or nova. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-11-2020, 09:01 AM	#11
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,280	Re: What Knobs Are These? My 67 Bel Air had same knobs....

06-11-2020, 10:56 AM	#12
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: What Knobs Are These? My friend has a 67 c50 with that exact radio and knobs. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

06-11-2020, 10:59 AM	#13
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,790	Re: What Knobs Are These? So, did the 67-68 C10's have this knob? __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

06-11-2020, 02:01 PM	#14
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,805	Re: What Knobs Are These? I can't read writing on the dial. It doesn't say Delco like mine. Can you post what it says? It may help solve the mystery. Does your SPID say it has a radio? __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

06-11-2020, 02:50 PM	#15
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	Re: What Knobs Are These? OK, so I went out and checked. No radio listed in SPID so perhaps that is the reason for the odd radio and speaker job. I had to get a flashlight and look but the lettering says All Transistor. I am going to pull the radio and see if there is any more information on it. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-11-2020, 08:48 PM	#16
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	Re: What Knobs Are These? So the knobs are not plastic. Some sort of chromed cast metal and they look decent with a real quick cleanup. Some polish and they would be presentable. Wish the PO would have saved the radio delete plate that was probably with the truck at one point. Maybe pull the radio in the next day or so when I get time. Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-11-2020, 11:44 PM	#17
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,805	Re: What Knobs Are These? Just like today knowledge was valuable back in the day. Since several members have the same radio in their vehicles. I would speculate that folks who knew ordered a radio delete truck and then bought a cheaper radio from GM and installed it themselves to save a few dollars. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377



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06-12-2020, 07:12 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: What Knobs Are These? I think the option would have been way cheaper than buying one, an antenna, and having to install. I think it just swapped out. My truck came with factory radio and this one was in it in '01 when I bought the truck. I've never touched this radio or done anything about music in this truck for some reason. It looks like the radio fit with no alteration, but I have never confirmed that the dash is uncut. I have assumed a converted factory AM with fit right in. I also have a GM AM/FM from a car that sure looks a lot like the truck radios. It's obviously not to anyone who knows these trucks. It was sure a lot cheaper than a truck AM/FM and all I was is the right look. And 'mostly' what I want is to listen to FM. __________________ "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 ~

06-12-2020, 08:12 AM	#19
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,407	Re: What Knobs Are These? This also clears up a mystery around my antenna. When I removed the old one it looked like someone drove a spike through the firewall, ran the cable through, and sealed up with some sort of goop. I remember thinking, "That is a terrible job from the factory." Now I know it wasn't factory. Before I run a new antenna it's another item to fix up correctly. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

06-12-2020, 09:18 AM	#20
BigBird05 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,305	Re: What Knobs Are These? These were work trucks back in the 60's. Lots of dealers would order them with out radios and "Dealer install" them if the buyer wanted.

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