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**1970cstblazer** · 03-22-2024, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

FWIW, low mile "survivor" 1968 Broncos might lend some circumstantial evidence as Ford shared Spicer hubs. The F250 had regular and heavy duty front axles choices the former used the 1/2T hubs seen on a K10 the latter those on a K20.

Ask and ye shall receive

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-22-2024, 06:37 PM

Here's a '67 MY lock hub. Unrestored. From a '67 K/10 Suburban 3-Door.

**special-K** · 03-23-2024, 06:34 AM

All Spicer hubs are in this discussion that was not begun by you, and all information is pertinent.

The vehicle pictures, all along, prove nothing to me. Even unrestored, because that doesn't mean un-serviced. The copyright '67 service manual finally proved to me the plastic hubs predated '70 on some 1/2t K-models. The all metals were also used (used up?) through '69 on trucks.

I believe now that all these lockout hubs interchange, even when listed for specific years and models, within a series

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-23-2024, 05:53 PM

Interesting to note the '69 MY Blazers have a ''B'' preface to their VINs. My own '71 Jimmy -- while a St Louis truck, and a GMC -- does not.
I never knew that in 51 years of driving my C/10 Stepside...
The 1971 Jimmy K/1500 Does have the Blue hubs. Somewhat faded. [Mostly mud-spattered.]

57taskforce · 03-24-2024, 10:31 AM

This thread has taught me a few things, I appreciate the effort and actual literature posted. I still have never seen a 1/2 ton in person before 70 that had red dials, I’ve honestly only seen 2-3 sets of real GM style red dials in person, but all of them were on 70’s. That said it sure does seem possible they were around before then. I’ve enjoyed the new life this thread has received.

Though not 67-72, These are my personal all time favorite hubs though. Dana 60 bad assery! They may not be as pretty as the blue dial 3/4 ton 44 hubs, but they represent pure beef lol.

**special-K** · 03-24-2024, 02:01 PM

I like the Warn Premiums on the Dana 60s. They are a handsome set of hubs. If I had $250 on me yesterday at the swap meet I would have bought the set my friend was selling

57taskforce · 03-26-2024, 05:14 PM

I agree those are some nice looking hubs. Mine need to be refreshed. I’ll get to it one of these days.

**MJN** · 03-30-2024, 07:52 PM

These pictures are from a GMC brochure for 1970 (printed 7-69), hubs on the Jimmy were blue and the pickup still has what appears to be the all metal hub lok hubs or maybe just drive flanges since lockouts were optional.

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 07:08 AM

Thanks for the photos. My March 1970 produced Blazer has the blue. I've seen earlier 1970 K/5 K10 with red. Trying to pin down when the switch was made.

**special-K** · 03-31-2024, 09:25 AM

The '70 Blazer CST I owned had red knobs. But I have no idea what part of the year it was built. I have always seen either/or. I only have owned on '69 K/10 and it had the metal Spicers. I believe all K/20s had the metal and K/10s had either/or. I think the old style Spicers were used less that the plastic on '69 K/10s. I don't know about Blazers

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 09:27 AM

April 1970 produced K10.. looks pretty original, still has drum front brakes. Does have an engine swap.

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 09:45 AM

Very early 1970 K10

KE140Z102141:

Red knobs

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 10:05 AM

Ke140z140661

Blue hub knobs

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 10:14 AM

KE140Z117893

Red hub knobs:

**1970cstblazer** · 03-31-2024, 10:32 AM

KE140S138495

Dec, 1969 build at St. Louis

Red knobs, still has drum brake Dana 44

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-31-2024, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1970cstblazer

April 1970 produced K10.. looks pretty original, still has drum front brakes. Does have an engine swap.

1970CSTBlazer, How long ago did you do the engine swap?
Looking for 292-only RH Motor Mounts.

**1970cstblazer** · 04-01-2024, 07:35 AM

The bronze K10 was found on the net, and is not mine.

**71blksuper4x4** · 04-15-2024, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 57taskforce

This thread has taught me a few things, I appreciate the effort and actual literature posted. I still have never seen a 1/2 ton in person before 70 that had red dials, I’ve honestly only seen 2-3 sets of real GM style red dials in person, but all of them were on 70’s. That said it sure does seem possible they were around before then. I’ve enjoyed the new life this thread has received.

Though not 67-72, These are my personal all time favorite hubs though. Dana 60 bad assery! They may not be as pretty as the blue dial 3/4 ton 44 hubs, but they represent pure beef lol.

You need some D60 spicers!

**special-K** · 04-16-2024, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJN

These pictures are from a GMC brochure for 1970 (printed 7-69), hubs on the Jimmy were blue and the pickup still has what appears to be the all metal hub lok hubs or maybe just drive flanges since lockouts were optional.

The k/10 has the metal Spicers

and this brochure proves the front axles came Medium Olive Poly

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 04-16-2024, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

The k/10 has the metal Spicers

and this brochure proves the front axles came Medium Olive Poly

I had an Invisible V8 Kit as a kid. The block was Clear.

57taskforce · 04-17-2024, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

You need some D60 spicers!

lol I didn’t even realize those were a thing. As of now I’ve got a set ordered, should be here in a week or so!

03-22-2024, 06:37 PM	#52
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,049	Re: 4wd spicer hub color Here's a '67 MY lock hub. Unrestored. From a '67 K/10 Suburban 3-Door. Attached Images __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

03-23-2024, 06:34 AM	#53
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 4wd spicer hub color All Spicer hubs are in this discussion that was not begun by you, and all information is pertinent. The vehicle pictures, all along, prove nothing to me. Even unrestored, because that doesn't mean un-serviced. The copyright '67 service manual finally proved to me the plastic hubs predated '70 on some 1/2t K-models. The all metals were also used (used up?) through '69 on trucks. I believe now that all these lockout hubs interchange, even when listed for specific years and models, within a series __________________ "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 ~

03-23-2024, 05:53 PM	#54
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,049	Re: 4wd spicer hub color Interesting to note the '69 MY Blazers have a ''B'' preface to their VINs. My own '71 Jimmy -- while a St Louis truck, and a GMC -- does not. I never knew that in 51 years of driving my C/10 Stepside... The 1971 Jimmy K/1500 Does have the Blue hubs. Somewhat faded. [Mostly mud-spattered.] __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not. Last edited by '68OrangeSunshine; 03-31-2024 at 07:34 PM.

03-24-2024, 10:31 AM	#55
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Farmington, New Mexico Posts: 6,232	Re: 4wd spicer hub color This thread has taught me a few things, I appreciate the effort and actual literature posted. I still have never seen a 1/2 ton in person before 70 that had red dials, I’ve honestly only seen 2-3 sets of real GM style red dials in person, but all of them were on 70’s. That said it sure does seem possible they were around before then. I’ve enjoyed the new life this thread has received. Though not 67-72, These are my personal all time favorite hubs though. Dana 60 bad assery! They may not be as pretty as the blue dial 3/4 ton 44 hubs, but they represent pure beef lol. Attached Images __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 315/75/16's ‘87 IROC-Z all original 50K mile survivor TPI 305 IROC Blue ‘10 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metallic #93 -version 2.0

03-24-2024, 02:01 PM	#56
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 4wd spicer hub color I like the Warn Premiums on the Dana 60s. They are a handsome set of hubs. If I had $250 on me yesterday at the swap meet I would have bought the set my friend was selling Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

03-26-2024, 05:14 PM	#57
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Farmington, New Mexico Posts: 6,232	Re: 4wd spicer hub color I agree those are some nice looking hubs. Mine need to be refreshed. I’ll get to it one of these days. __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 315/75/16's ‘87 IROC-Z all original 50K mile survivor TPI 305 IROC Blue ‘10 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metallic #93 -version 2.0

03-30-2024, 07:52 PM	#58
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 2,963	Re: 4wd spicer hub color These pictures are from a GMC brochure for 1970 (printed 7-69), hubs on the Jimmy were blue and the pickup still has what appears to be the all metal hub lok hubs or maybe just drive flanges since lockouts were optional. Attached Images __________________ '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

03-31-2024, 07:08 AM	#59
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color Thanks for the photos. My March 1970 produced Blazer has the blue. I've seen earlier 1970 K/5 K10 with red. Trying to pin down when the switch was made. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

03-31-2024, 09:25 AM	#60
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 4wd spicer hub color The '70 Blazer CST I owned had red knobs. But I have no idea what part of the year it was built. I have always seen either/or. I only have owned on '69 K/10 and it had the metal Spicers. I believe all K/20s had the metal and K/10s had either/or. I think the old style Spicers were used less that the plastic on '69 K/10s. I don't know about Blazers __________________ "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 ~

03-31-2024, 09:27 AM	#61
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color April 1970 produced K10.. looks pretty original, still has drum front brakes. Does have an engine swap. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels Last edited by 1970cstblazer; 03-31-2024 at 09:35 AM.

03-31-2024, 09:45 AM	#62
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color Very early 1970 K10 KE140Z102141: Red knobs __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

03-31-2024, 10:05 AM	#63
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color Ke140z140661 Blue hub knobs Attached Images __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels Last edited by 1970cstblazer; 03-31-2024 at 10:14 AM.

03-31-2024, 10:14 AM	#64
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color KE140Z117893 Red hub knobs: Attached Images __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

03-31-2024, 10:32 AM	#65
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color KE140S138495 Dec, 1969 build at St. Louis Red knobs, still has drum brake Dana 44 __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

04-01-2024, 07:35 AM	#67
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,285	Re: 4wd spicer hub color The bronze K10 was found on the net, and is not mine. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels



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