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**too much stuff** · 03-28-2009, 06:37 PM

I picked up a couple of trucks today and wanted to know if anyone knows anything about the blue 69? It is more like a tonka truck the way it is built. The guy i bought it from told me what he knew, but i want to see if anyone can tell me anything before i tell his story. Thanks for any info. Eric

PanelDeland · 03-28-2009, 07:34 PM

The hiwaay 61 is a nice die cast.The other one looks like it may be a promotional truck or a remake of one.I don't know much about them but I do know if it's an original promo item it may be worth some good coin.

Andy4639 · 03-28-2009, 07:53 PM

I have one just like it. Sorry don't know anything about it though.

72BlckButy · 03-28-2009, 09:03 PM

Looks like you came away with some great looking diecast, nice score!

Sorry I don't know anything about the blue one, but it looks like a great addition.

**special-K** · 03-28-2009, 10:45 PM

There are 4 trucks.I got all 4 10 or more years ago.I can`t remember the company at the moment.They are about a 1 /16 scale like Tonkas and most vintage pressed steel.There are unmarked and other promos out there.You`d think with what it takes to make the dies there would be more produced.
It`s a pretty decent job on it,don`tcha think?

72BlckButy · 03-28-2009, 10:49 PM

special-K do you know if they made a fleetside '69?

My '69 was built at the St Louis plant and would love to find one of these. I can't believe that I missed that earlier...

too much stuff, could you get some more shots of the blue one for me? Especially the back panel with the write up on it.

**too much stuff** · 03-29-2009, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

There are 4 trucks.I got all 4 10 or more years ago.I can`t remember the company at the moment.They are about a 1 /16 scale like Tonkas and most vintage pressed steel.There are unmarked and other promos out there.You`d think with what it takes to make the dies there would be more produced.
It`s a pretty decent job on it,don`tcha think?

It is a decent job on them it looks like. The guy told me there were 2500 produced with 4 different plant names on them. So 625 of each is what he said. Which would make it fairly rare i would think. He couldn't remember when they were made. Maybe around 12 years ago he thought.

Nate, i will try to get some pics up tomorrow.

Anyone care to guess a value?

**special-K** · 03-29-2009, 07:38 AM

There`s no Fleetside and this one is a longbed Stepside,the onlt way they`re made.I found mine the year they came out at a swap meet.So,I`ve only seen secondary prices.The guy wanted $90 each and I bought all four for $300,IIRC.I had to have them.I`m doubting they`ve gained any value since they aren`t known of by most.Their day may come.

Andy4639 · 03-29-2009, 08:46 AM

I have one of those also and it's a nice peice. it's behind my Duke Power Tonka truck!

**jerry moss** · 03-29-2009, 09:35 AM

i have one also, bought it several years ago off ebay if i remember correctly.

72BlckButy · 03-29-2009, 09:44 AM

Well.... looks like I'm going to have to start looking for this one.

**FleetsidePaul** · 03-29-2009, 11:10 AM

Heres some without the logo

I have a Black one too

big_al_71 · 04-10-2009, 08:38 PM

I had never seen one of those before till you fellows posted them...

Andy4639 · 04-13-2009, 01:03 PM

There was a guy at the Charlotte auto fair selling the ones without stickers for $17.00 each. He didn't have the red ones though.

**special-K** · 04-13-2009, 03:24 PM

I guess they`ve gone down.Paul(fleetside) send me their info and I never followed through.I believe I still have the pm saved.I`m curious if they still make them,or could if an order was placed.I know they repro`d the Tonka IH Metro vans back then,too.

03-28-2009, 06:37 PM	#1
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,701	Die-cast truck guys, need info I picked up a couple of trucks today and wanted to know if anyone knows anything about the blue 69? It is more like a tonka truck the way it is built. The guy i bought it from told me what he knew, but i want to see if anyone can tell me anything before i tell his story. Thanks for any info. Eric Attached Images __________________ 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

03-28-2009, 07:34 PM	#2
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info The hiwaay 61 is a nice die cast.The other one looks like it may be a promotional truck or a remake of one.I don't know much about them but I do know if it's an original promo item it may be worth some good coin. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-28-2009, 07:53 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info I have one just like it. Sorry don't know anything about it though. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-28-2009, 09:03 PM	#4
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info Looks like you came away with some great looking diecast, nice score! Sorry I don't know anything about the blue one, but it looks like a great addition. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-28-2009, 10:45 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info There are 4 trucks.I got all 4 10 or more years ago.I can`t remember the company at the moment.They are about a 1 /16 scale like Tonkas and most vintage pressed steel.There are unmarked and other promos out there.You`d think with what it takes to make the dies there would be more produced. It`s a pretty decent job on it,don`tcha think? __________________ "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 ~

03-28-2009, 10:49 PM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info special-K do you know if they made a fleetside '69? My '69 was built at the St Louis plant and would love to find one of these. I can't believe that I missed that earlier... too much stuff, could you get some more shots of the blue one for me? Especially the back panel with the write up on it. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 03-28-2009 at 10:49 PM.

03-29-2009, 07:38 AM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info There`s no Fleetside and this one is a longbed Stepside,the onlt way they`re made.I found mine the year they came out at a swap meet.So,I`ve only seen secondary prices.The guy wanted $90 each and I bought all four for $300,IIRC.I had to have them.I`m doubting they`ve gained any value since they aren`t known of by most.Their day may come. __________________ "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 ~

03-29-2009, 08:46 AM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info I have one of those also and it's a nice peice. it's behind my Duke Power Tonka truck! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-29-2009, 09:35 AM	#10
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,742	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info i have one also, bought it several years ago off ebay if i remember correctly. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

03-29-2009, 09:44 AM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info Well.... looks like I'm going to have to start looking for this one. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-29-2009, 11:10 AM	#12
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,411	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info Heres some without the logo I have a Black one too __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

04-10-2009, 08:38 PM	#13
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info I had never seen one of those before till you fellows posted them... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

04-13-2009, 01:03 PM	#14
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info There was a guy at the Charlotte auto fair selling the ones without stickers for $17.00 each. He didn't have the red ones though. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

04-13-2009, 03:24 PM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Die-cast truck guys, need info I guess they`ve gone down.Paul(fleetside) send me their info and I never followed through.I believe I still have the pm saved.I`m curious if they still make them,or could if an order was placed.I know they repro`d the Tonka IH Metro vans back then,too. __________________ "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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