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ole dollor · 10-16-2012, 09:36 PM

my first pickup was a 1969 c-10 cst...bought it in 1971...now i have a 1970 c-10 plain jain....and bought it about 2 years ago....i like all the old chevy's from the first one made to 1972....the looks of these from 67 to 72 is what its all about...i just like em all....

**special-K** · 10-16-2012, 11:25 PM

This is a no brainer. I like 'em all. I've had them all and even all at one time. I've downsized and went with keeping a SWB 2wd '67 and a 3/4t 4wd '72. First and last year,2wd and 4wd,light duty and heavy duty.

ItsRandy · 10-17-2012, 12:01 AM

I like my '69 for a lot of reasons, the high hump hood, the grill...everything. It's the first truck my son ever rode in and I have owned it for around 30 years. It's a part of me and a part of my family.

*Mister-B* · 10-17-2012, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ItsRandy

I like my '69 for a lot of reasons, the high hump hood, the grill...everything. It's the first truck my son ever rode in and I have owned it for around 30 years. It's a part of me and a part of my family.

Wow. Nice truck!
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BlackedOut67shorty · 10-17-2012, 04:33 PM

I love my 67 for the slant hood, no side markers, small window and all the unique features 67 had such as the front marker lights go off when the headlights come on. But i have to say the best part of my 67 was the ease to put on disc brakes from a 71

But like special K said they are all great trucks and they all have their own unique features that makes them inovative and stylish

*Mister-B* · 10-17-2012, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ole dollor

my first pickup was a 1969 c-10 cst...bought it in 1971...now i have a 1970 c-10 plain jain....and bought it about 2 years ago....i like all the old chevy's from the first one made to 1972....the looks of these from 67 to 72 is what its all about...i just like em all....

That's a neat story. I bet driving your truck takes you back to a different state of mind over 40 years ago. You may have had more pi$$ and vinegar then, but at the end of the day, you're the same guy, driving the same type of truck. Very cool
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*Mister-B* · 10-17-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ItsRandy

I like my '69 for a lot of reasons, the high hump hood, the grill...everything. It's the first truck my son ever rode in and I have owned it for around 30 years. It's a part of me and a part of my family.

And one day, when you no longer walk the earth, maybe you can pass it to him and he can carry on your memory through the truck.
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*Mister-B* · 10-17-2012, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackedOut67shorty

I love my 67 for the slant hood, no side markers, small window and all the unique features 67 had such as the front marker lights go off when the headlights come on. But i have to say the best part of my 67 was the ease to put on disc brakes from a 71

But like special K said they are all great trucks and they all have their own unique features that makes them inovative and stylish

Can you elaborate more on the disc brakes? How much did it cost you to do it?
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54belair · 10-17-2012, 08:29 PM

SLANT NOSE ROCKS!!!!

I like 68's best----cause I have one (after months of looking it came down to deciding between a 69 and a 68----luck of the draw!!!
I love the fact that they are so interchangeable and at the same time I love and hate the design because its so prone to rust.

VA72C10 · 10-17-2012, 08:45 PM

Love them all!

But enjoying my 67 because it's easily identifiable...one year only with no sidemarkers and with the small back window....you know it really is a 67...not a clone...

There are a LOT more 67's and 72 than were first made....those seem to be the most reproduced...

Andy4639 · 10-17-2012, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ItsRandy

I like my '69 for a lot of reasons, the high hump hood, the grill...everything. It's the first truck my son ever rode in and I have owned it for around 30 years. It's a part of me and a part of my family.

I like this for some reason. Not sure why though! It reminds me of something. Very nice man.

domeier · 10-17-2012, 09:53 PM

Now listen: 71 is the best year. I thought everybody knew that?

ole dollor · 10-17-2012, 10:05 PM

Mister-B: yes i thought that 69 was the cats meow....got married and went on the honey moon in it ,i drove it until around 1988 and sold it to a friend of mine, bought it back in around 1992 and fixed it up for my daughter to drive in high school and on to collage....she also loved that truck....i do take a trip down memory lane every time i drive ole dollor.....

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my first pickup was a 1969 c-10 cst...bought it in 1971...now i have a 1970 c-10 plain jain....and bought it about 2 years ago....i like all the old chevy's from the first one made to 1972....the looks of these from 67 to 72 is what its all about...i just like em all....

That's a neat story. I bet driving your truck takes you back to a different state of mind over 40 years ago. You may have had more pi$$ and vinegar then, but at the end of the day, you're the same guy, driving the same type of truck. Very cool
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ItsRandy · 10-17-2012, 11:05 PM

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Wow. Nice truck!
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Thank you.

LilD · 10-17-2012, 11:11 PM

I like the 69-72 because my first vehicle was a 72 C10

ItsRandy · 10-17-2012, 11:14 PM

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And one day, when you no longer walk the earth, maybe you can pass it to him and he can carry on your memory through the truck.
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I told my son, while I was in the middle of the build (I am now kinda' coming close to the end of the build), I was building him a truck but he wouldn't be getting it until I stop breathing. He has been carrying around a plastic bag and a roll of duct tape ever since.

Vova · 10-18-2012, 12:17 AM

I like my 70' because I got it for free.
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Dachdu69C10 · 10-18-2012, 04:34 AM

I Like my 69 because i love the more bull nosed hood, and the bar grille, and 69 does sound cool when i say it, 69 Chevy has a nice ring too it

AirSpeed · 10-18-2012, 10:37 AM

I like my 69 because it belonged to my grandfather who bought it new and used it for work every day. I like my 72 because its the only 4 wheel drive short bed I could find for $2000! I don't care what year they are really, they're all great trucks.
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**N2TRUX** · 10-18-2012, 11:01 AM

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I'm a fan of the 68' because of the slant hood and grill. Here's before photo of my truck.

<<<<This! You just can't find cleaner styling on a truck. Game over

BlackedOut67shorty · 10-20-2012, 08:43 AM

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Can you elaborate more on the disc brakes? How much did it cost you to do it?
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Well all i did was take the spindles with calipers and rotors off a 71 and had to go back for the drag link with ps and just replace all the ball joints and tie rods for 71 or 2. I got everything from a junkyard for 70 bucks. More money to get tie rods and ball joints than anything

Daves70 · 10-21-2012, 11:28 AM

I have a 70 and a 67. The 67 is by far my favourite because of it's one year only features and it just plain looks better than the other years.That small back window just sets off the stepside.But I like em all.

PAWS 72 · 10-21-2012, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ItsRandy

I told my son, while I was in the middle of the build (I am now kinda' coming close to the end of the build), I was building him a truck but he wouldn't be getting it until I stop breathing. He has been carrying around a plastic bag and a roll of duct tape ever since.

Are you afraid to sleep at nite? m y son wants to do that to me too.

My father in law bought the truck new and passed away 2000.When wife and I dated some we went out in the truck.one nite I got ready to leave and my car wouldn't start and I drove it for about a week. I was the only one besides him and my wife that drove the truck.now our son drives it some also.

OregonNed · 12-16-2012, 05:11 PM

I like the first two years for the slanted front hood, Chevrolet lettering and grill. I just happened to find a '68.

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ol_skool_chevy · 12-16-2012, 05:25 PM

This is my 4th 1963-66 truck.
When i was born i was brought home from the Hospital in a 1961 chevy truck my father had just bought.
In High school I had a 1956 and 63 Both trucks. After that was my two 64's and the 66 I have now.
I guess I liked them long before they were ever popular.....I like the Under dogs.

10-16-2012, 09:36 PM	#26
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? my first pickup was a 1969 c-10 cst...bought it in 1971...now i have a 1970 c-10 plain jain....and bought it about 2 years ago....i like all the old chevy's from the first one made to 1972....the looks of these from 67 to 72 is what its all about...i just like em all....

10-16-2012, 11:25 PM	#27
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? This is a no brainer. I like 'em all. I've had them all and even all at one time. I've downsized and went with keeping a SWB 2wd '67 and a 3/4t 4wd '72. First and last year,2wd and 4wd,light duty and heavy duty. __________________ "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 ~

10-17-2012, 12:01 AM	#28
ItsRandy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Grand Terrace, Ca. Posts: 1,607	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I like my '69 for a lot of reasons, the high hump hood, the grill...everything. It's the first truck my son ever rode in and I have owned it for around 30 years. It's a part of me and a part of my family. Attached Images

10-17-2012, 04:33 PM	#30
BlackedOut67shorty Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: error 404 location not found Posts: 816	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I love my 67 for the slant hood, no side markers, small window and all the unique features 67 had such as the front marker lights go off when the headlights come on. But i have to say the best part of my 67 was the ease to put on disc brakes from a 71 But like special K said they are all great trucks and they all have their own unique features that makes them inovative and stylish __________________ 1995 s10 blazer 4.3 1967 c10 350/350 fleet short 1993 s10 blazer 4.3l 4l60 RIP 6/20/14 2000 mercury sable Thats a how I roll

10-17-2012, 08:29 PM	#34
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? SLANT NOSE ROCKS!!!! I like 68's best----cause I have one (after months of looking it came down to deciding between a 69 and a 68----luck of the draw!!! I love the fact that they are so interchangeable and at the same time I love and hate the design because its so prone to rust. __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-17-2012, 08:45 PM	#35
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? Love them all! But enjoying my 67 because it's easily identifiable...one year only with no sidemarkers and with the small back window....you know it really is a 67...not a clone... There are a LOT more 67's and 72 than were first made....those seem to be the most reproduced... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-17-2012, 09:53 PM	#37
domeier Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Jose, California Posts: 784	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? Now listen: 71 is the best year. I thought everybody knew that?

10-17-2012, 10:05 PM	#38
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? Mister-B: yes i thought that 69 was the cats meow....got married and went on the honey moon in it ,i drove it until around 1988 and sold it to a friend of mine, bought it back in around 1992 and fixed it up for my daughter to drive in high school and on to collage....she also loved that truck....i do take a trip down memory lane every time i drive ole dollor..... Quote: Originally Posted by ole dollor View Post my first pickup was a 1969 c-10 cst...bought it in 1971...now i have a 1970 c-10 plain jain....and bought it about 2 years ago....i like all the old chevy's from the first one made to 1972....the looks of these from 67 to 72 is what its all about...i just like em all.... That's a neat story. I bet driving your truck takes you back to a different state of mind over 40 years ago. You may have had more pi$$ and vinegar then, but at the end of the day, you're the same guy, driving the same type of truck. Very cool Posted via Mobile Device

10-17-2012, 11:11 PM	#40
LilD Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 186	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I like the 69-72 because my first vehicle was a 72 C10

10-18-2012, 12:17 AM	#42
Vova Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Los gatos ca Posts: 1,299	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I like my 70' because I got it for free. Posted via Mobile Device

10-18-2012, 04:34 AM	#43
Dachdu69C10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 37	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I Like my 69 because i love the more bull nosed hood, and the bar grille, and 69 does sound cool when i say it, 69 Chevy has a nice ring too it __________________ Dallas 1969 C10 custom 1/2ton "Project" 2004 Volkswagen Jetta DD "On the internet Men are Men, Women are Men, and little Girls are FBI Agents"

10-18-2012, 10:37 AM	#44
AirSpeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fall River California Posts: 2,026	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I like my 69 because it belonged to my grandfather who bought it new and used it for work every day. I like my 72 because its the only 4 wheel drive short bed I could find for $2000! I don't care what year they are really, they're all great trucks. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v655/aaronhero/

10-21-2012, 11:28 AM	#47
Daves70 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mt Brydges Ontario Posts: 180	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I have a 70 and a 67. The 67 is by far my favourite because of it's one year only features and it just plain looks better than the other years.That small back window just sets off the stepside.But I like em all.

12-16-2012, 05:11 PM	#49
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? I like the first two years for the slanted front hood, Chevrolet lettering and grill. I just happened to find a '68. Posted via Mobile Device

12-16-2012, 05:25 PM	#50
ol_skool_chevy Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 Posts: 1,300	Re: What makes you like your year more than the other years? This is my 4th 1963-66 truck. When i was born i was brought home from the Hospital in a 1961 chevy truck my father had just bought. In High school I had a 1956 and 63 Both trucks. After that was my two 64's and the 66 I have now. I guess I liked them long before they were ever popular.....I like the Under dogs. __________________ Measure with a yard stick Mark with Chalk Cut with a torch Built it yourself, don't count on others to to do it for you or with you. It will never get done



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