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**LockDoc** · 05-24-2023, 05:41 PM

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Owner just pulled it out of the building you can see across the road. I saw it in the old building a couple of times when I was driving by a few years ago.

It's a strange one. Had a few parts swapped around and has had previous body work done years ago. Pretty rusty again.

I didn't think to check the VIN tag to see what it said. It has a small back window and big ignition switch bezel. Has a tilt which isn't listed.

I guess it has possibilities. He is supposed to call me when he gets home. His wife said she drove it 2 years ago.

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 05-24-2023, 05:44 PM

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More Pictures.

**too much stuff** · 05-24-2023, 05:55 PM

Go get it...
Looks like it has had its share of parts swapped over the years. Looks like a 67 cab and box.

57taskforce · 05-24-2023, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Go get it...
Looks like it has had its share of parts swapped over the years. Looks like a 67 cab and box.

They missed the bedside marker light placement just a little bit! Pretty cool truck, I forget how spoiled I am sometimes living in the desert with rust. That one is gonna need some TLC and a bunch of patch panels.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 05-25-2023, 02:07 AM

Doesn't look like enough digits in the VIN. If it's been redacted for security, never mind.
But the numbers in pic look hinky if unaltered.

**special-K** · 05-25-2023, 07:03 AM

I guess it's a '71. Small window/big ignition switch bezel, ey? One of those headscratchers.

**LockDoc** · 05-25-2023, 08:44 AM

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I never got a call last night. The guys wife said she wasn't sure if they were ready to sell it yet when I talked to her. I wish he would have called, being curious, I had a few questions I was going to ask him about it.

'68OrangeSunshine: Good eye, since it is not my truck I decided to cover the last 3 digits of the VIN. and the plate.

It's not that far from me so I may drift back over that way this weekend.

LockDoc

**NGN** · 05-25-2023, 11:32 AM

Could that possibly be,,, A one of a kind, built one piece at time, by the man himself Johnny Cash. Was there a custom looking Cadillac nearby lol.
Nice looking truck, good luck.
NGN
Nick

**MJN** · 05-25-2023, 12:45 PM

Just curious if this one is near Searsboro or Lynnville- I used to see a red '71/72 tucked back into a shed along hwy F62 on the north side of the road but its been gone from that shed for probably a year or two now. All you could see what the front end as it was backed into the shed among some farm equipment.

Guessing its a '67 cab on a '71? chassis, its got a NP205 transfer case and IIRC the 205 didn't show up until 1969. A T221 would've been available in '67. Also, aren't the wing window handles '67 only? Just noticed the passenger side one in the first post.

fatbass · 05-25-2023, 01:37 PM

I believe...
If the V.I.N. starts with "KE2..." it's a '72. '71 would start with "KE1..."
Having said that, the rear view mirror mount, small rear window and lack of extra screw hole in the doors means it's a lovable mongrel, not a purebred.

Lee H · 05-25-2023, 01:55 PM

Cool truck. If given the chance I'd buy it. Pull the clip, cab, box, restore/powder coat the chassis, all new brakes, steering, lines, rebuild the drive train, similar to a restoration. Then put the clip, cab, box on and drive it.

71meangreenc10 · 05-25-2023, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by fatbass

I believe...
If the V.I.N. starts with "KE2..." it's a '72. '71 would start with "KE1..."
Having said that, the rear view mirror mount, small rear window and lack of extra screw hole in the doors means it's a lovable mongrel, not a purebred.

KE2 means 71 and down 3/4 ton 4WD.

KE1 means 71 and down 1/2 ton 4WD.

Also look at the model number on the SPID. Shows 3/4 ton.

72 would have been CKE2 for chevy. But, it does look like some numbers are missing on the end of the VIN.

Smitty

**LockDoc** · 05-25-2023, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MJN

Just curious if this one is near Searsboro or Lynnville- I used to see a red '71/72 tucked back into a shed along hwy F62 on the north side of the road but its been gone from that shed for probably a year or two now. All you could see what the front end as it was backed into the shed among some farm equipment.

Guessing its a '67 cab on a '71? chassis, its got a NP205 transfer case and IIRC the 205 didn't show up until 1969. A T221 would've been available in '67. Also, aren't the wing window handles '67 only? Just noticed the passenger side one in the first post.

Yes, it's the same one. That is where I first saw it too. He had moved it into the new building is why it was gone from the old one.

LockDoc

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 05-25-2023, 10:12 PM

Short perhaps rust?? nice rig no matter how original. What would you do with it?

**LockDoc** · 05-25-2023, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402

Short perhaps rust?? nice rig no matter how original. What would you do with it?

Not sure I'm even interested in it. If it was cheap enough I might be.

LockDoc

**special-K** · 05-26-2023, 06:52 AM

So, it's a '67 cab and either doors or just wing vents. Then there is the later hand brake and instrument cluster. yep, one thing I always loved about these 67-72s and Chevys in general. They are very swap happy vehicles.

**MJN** · 05-26-2023, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

Yes, it's the same one. That is where I first saw it too. He had moved it into the new building is why it was gone from the old one.

LockDoc

Mystery solved, my wife's grandparents live just down the road from where it used to be parked on F62 and I always look whenever we drive by to see if it made it back to the shed.
There are a few over by What Cheer too in a farmer's yard, two pickups and a Blazer, I always look to see if they are still there and the wife laughs at me every time.

palallin · 05-26-2023, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MJN

Guessing its a '67 cab on a '71? chassis, its got a NP205 transfer case and IIRC the 205 didn't show up until 1969. A T221 would've been available in '67. Also, aren't the wing window handles '67 only? Just noticed the passenger side one in the first post.

T221 in '69; NP205 started in '70, I think.

57taskforce · 05-26-2023, 08:46 AM

Blazers had the 205 as an option in 69, everything else got the 205 in ‘70, not that it really matters here.

**special-K** · 05-27-2023, 07:45 AM

Correct. The '69 Blazer was the first factory GM 4wd with automatic transmission, therefore first year for NP205. All other K-models had TH350/NP205 become available in '70

How about that foot parking brake in the small window cab?

**LockDoc** · 05-28-2023, 08:25 PM

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Well, no call. I went by there again today and it was still sitting there. I didn't have time to stop though.

LockDoc

**special-K** · 05-28-2023, 08:39 PM

Frustrating when it's his move. Maybe he's sitting there thinking "If he asks again I'll sell it to him. If he doesn't, I'll keep it

best view · 05-29-2023, 09:10 PM

Well he can keep it , it’s a mess from what i see

jumpsoffrock · 05-29-2023, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by best view

Well he can keep it , it’s a mess from what i see

Hate to say it but I feel the same way. Looks like a lot of work. Best case scenario would be to flip it but that'd probably make me feel even worse lol

**special-K** · 05-30-2023, 06:15 AM

I'll have to disagree with the last two posts. I see the work most of them need. When all this swapping around, piecing together was first done I bet that was a sharp truck. Especially with 4wds, there's more to it than original correct builds. I'd go with the back window and build a cool '67-looking 4wd. It all depends on the price to me.

05-24-2023, 05:41 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,332	Just looked at this truck. - Owner just pulled it out of the building you can see across the road. I saw it in the old building a couple of times when I was driving by a few years ago. It's a strange one. Had a few parts swapped around and has had previous body work done years ago. Pretty rusty again. I didn't think to check the VIN tag to see what it said. It has a small back window and big ignition switch bezel. Has a tilt which isn't listed. I guess it has possibilities. He is supposed to call me when he gets home. His wife said she drove it 2 years ago. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-24-2023, 05:44 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,332	Re: Just looked at this truck. - More Pictures. Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-24-2023, 05:55 PM	#3
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,704	Re: Just looked at this truck. Go get it... Looks like it has had its share of parts swapped over the years. Looks like a 67 cab and box. __________________ 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

05-25-2023, 02:07 AM	#5
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,052	Re: Just looked at this truck. Doesn't look like enough digits in the VIN. If it's been redacted for security, never mind. But the numbers in pic look hinky if unaltered. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not. Last edited by '68OrangeSunshine; 05-25-2023 at 06:19 PM.

05-25-2023, 07:03 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just looked at this truck. I guess it's a '71. Small window/big ignition switch bezel, ey? One of those headscratchers. __________________ "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 ~

05-25-2023, 08:44 AM	#7
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,332	Re: Just looked at this truck. - I never got a call last night. The guys wife said she wasn't sure if they were ready to sell it yet when I talked to her. I wish he would have called, being curious, I had a few questions I was going to ask him about it. '68OrangeSunshine: Good eye, since it is not my truck I decided to cover the last 3 digits of the VIN. and the plate. It's not that far from me so I may drift back over that way this weekend. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-25-2023, 11:32 AM	#8
NGN Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Old Bridge,NJ Posts: 814	Re: Just looked at this truck. Could that possibly be,,, A one of a kind, built one piece at time, by the man himself Johnny Cash. Was there a custom looking Cadillac nearby lol. Nice looking truck, good luck. NGN Nick

05-25-2023, 12:45 PM	#9
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 2,965	Re: Just looked at this truck. Just curious if this one is near Searsboro or Lynnville- I used to see a red '71/72 tucked back into a shed along hwy F62 on the north side of the road but its been gone from that shed for probably a year or two now. All you could see what the front end as it was backed into the shed among some farm equipment. Guessing its a '67 cab on a '71? chassis, its got a NP205 transfer case and IIRC the 205 didn't show up until 1969. A T221 would've been available in '67. Also, aren't the wing window handles '67 only? Just noticed the passenger side one in the first post. __________________ '51 South Bend Model "9A" '56 Chevy 3600 NAPCO '74 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20-restored on 37's '72 GMC Sierra Custom K2500- in progress '08 GMC Envoy Denali '12 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali '17 GMC Yukon XL VCCA member #58596 http://www.nohrco.com Last edited by MJN; 05-25-2023 at 01:50 PM.

05-25-2023, 01:37 PM	#10
fatbass Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: South Ogden, Utah Posts: 170	Re: Just looked at this truck. I believe... If the V.I.N. starts with "KE2..." it's a '72. '71 would start with "KE1..." Having said that, the rear view mirror mount, small rear window and lack of extra screw hole in the doors means it's a lovable mongrel, not a purebred. __________________ '71 C/20 350/T350.

05-25-2023, 01:55 PM	#11
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,139	Re: Just looked at this truck. Cool truck. If given the chance I'd buy it. Pull the clip, cab, box, restore/powder coat the chassis, all new brakes, steering, lines, rebuild the drive train, similar to a restoration. Then put the clip, cab, box on and drive it. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

05-25-2023, 10:12 PM	#14
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,121	Re: Just looked at this truck. Short perhaps rust?? nice rig no matter how original. What would you do with it? __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

05-26-2023, 06:52 AM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just looked at this truck. So, it's a '67 cab and either doors or just wing vents. Then there is the later hand brake and instrument cluster. yep, one thing I always loved about these 67-72s and Chevys in general. They are very swap happy vehicles. __________________ "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 ~

05-26-2023, 08:46 AM	#19
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05-27-2023, 07:45 AM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just looked at this truck. Correct. The '69 Blazer was the first factory GM 4wd with automatic transmission, therefore first year for NP205. All other K-models had TH350/NP205 become available in '70 How about that foot parking brake in the small window cab? __________________ "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 ~

05-28-2023, 08:25 PM	#21
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,332	Re: Just looked at this truck. - Well, no call. I went by there again today and it was still sitting there. I didn't have time to stop though. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -



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05-28-2023, 08:39 PM	#22
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just looked at this truck. Frustrating when it's his move. Maybe he's sitting there thinking "If he asks again I'll sell it to him. If he doesn't, I'll keep 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 ~

05-29-2023, 09:10 PM	#23
best view Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newbury new hampsire Posts: 1,985	Re: Just looked at this truck. Well he can keep it , it’s a mess from what i see

05-30-2023, 06:15 AM	#25
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just looked at this truck. I'll have to disagree with the last two posts. I see the work most of them need. When all this swapping around, piecing together was first done I bet that was a sharp truck. Especially with 4wds, there's more to it than original correct builds. I'd go with the back window and build a cool '67-looking 4wd. It all depends on the price to me. __________________ "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 ~

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