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factorystock · 04-09-2020, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

CARSinc has the seat cover you need at a much better price. I just got a blue one from them

Thanks for the heads up to this company Joe. Seat covers cut down on labor costs. CARSinc needs to post more photos of their available covers!

71super402 · 04-09-2020, 02:46 PM

70cst, yeah it was a bit confusing for sure but I guess GM did a lot of this not only with trucks but cars too (tailoring packages to the initial buyer).

**MusicMan70** · 04-09-2020, 04:23 PM

That's pretty unique that one hasn't turned up before now.
So how is it badged?
Sierra emblem on side of box and Custom script under side windows?
Would you post some more photos? Thanks

**allchevy58** · 04-09-2020, 10:53 PM

SMS Auto Fabrics should have your vinyl and cloth. They can emboss the center vinyl too. You can request samples. I ordered mine from them and then had a shop in town do my seat.

**Steeveedee** · 04-09-2020, 11:16 PM

Nice! I'm going to have to do the seat in my truck, but I'm leaning towards parchment instead of the factory SPID black, given the difference in butt and leg blisters, here in the California sun.

Pending approval from the female spousal unit, there is a chunk of foam with a towel over it.

52napco · 04-10-2020, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by allchevy58

sms auto fabrics should have your vinyl and cloth. They can emboss the center vinyl too. You can request samples. I ordered mine from them and then had a shop in town do my seat.

wow...thats nice

**rustytruck50** · 04-10-2020, 12:07 PM

Sounds like a really neat combo...can you post a pic or two of the outside of your truck?

71super402 · 04-10-2020, 01:09 PM

Here are a few pics.

**special-K** · 04-10-2020, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by factorystock

Thanks for the heads up to this company Joe. Seat covers cut down on labor costs. CARSinc needs to post more photos of their available covers!

I had them make me a set of saddle w/saddle houndtooth bucket seat covers back in '91 for a Cheyenne Super I mildly customized with factory-like appearance. They were top quality from the material to the craftsmanship. This was around when ready-made OEM style seat covers just became available. But the catalogs only carried a few colors/styles

**rustytruck50** · 04-10-2020, 04:22 PM

Nice truck...really like the color combo & the patina!! Cant say that I've seen that combo very many times!

71super402 · 04-10-2020, 04:39 PM

Thanks RustyTruck50. It is a color combo I had not seen before. I've waffled back and forth on whether to sand the surface rust off and clear it, or repaint it. Next is convert to disc and do a static drop...after I restore the interior.

**rustytruck50** · 04-10-2020, 05:29 PM

I'd run it just like that...paint-wise...a little satin or the flattest clear you can find to maintain the patina until you decide to go a different route

Sounds like you have a good plan in place!

**special-K** · 04-10-2020, 08:43 PM

I'd paint it. It would look really good with a crisp white paint job and stand out from all the patina trucks you see everywhere.

**rustytruck50** · 04-10-2020, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I'd paint it. It would look really good with a crisp white paint job and stand out from all the patina trucks you see everywhere.

I can't argue with that reasoning either, Tim. Patina is more budget friendly

**special-K** · 04-10-2020, 10:33 PM

Yeah, and I agree there's no hurry. Patina fits my budget. Just looks like an easy resto from here and something about a factory trim white long bed is sexy.

**Joesjunk** · 04-11-2020, 10:19 AM

Have you checked to see if you have a build sheet in the seat springs? Most Fremont built trucks do. You will see it, either in the bottom, or the back of the seat if it’s still there

71super402 · 04-11-2020, 02:53 PM

Joesjunk it looks like there is a build sheet under the seat but it has deteriorated, and there is another one on the back of the seat that is in good shape, but I don't have a tilt seat so I'd have to unbolt the seat to get to it.

**Joesjunk** · 04-11-2020, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 71super402

Joesjunk it looks like there is a build sheet under the seat but it has deteriorated, and there is another one on the back of the seat that is in good shape, but I don't have a tilt seat so I'd have to unbolt the seat to get to it.

I have seen build sheets with different info on them, it’s possible it might help explain the Serria custom option. Would love to see it if you decide to pull the seat and get a picture of it

**rustytruck50** · 04-11-2020, 06:52 PM

Man, now that's a stroke of good luck....looking forward to seeing those!!

**special-K** · 04-12-2020, 10:49 AM

Hey, great idea Joe. I can't wait till you take the seat out. Keep us posted

factorystock · 04-12-2020, 01:27 PM

Assembly plants weren't always on the same page when it came to listing the option descriptions on spids. We have seen Z62 described as custom group or custom deluxe equip. Z 81 as camper nameplate or special camper. N 40 power steering as hydraulic steering. Z 17 has been listed as sierra grande truck or sierra grande custom. The option code Z 16 would be more important than the description.

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04-09-2020, 02:46 PM	#27
71super402 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 54	Re: Sierra Custom Package? 70cst, yeah it was a bit confusing for sure but I guess GM did a lot of this not only with trucks but cars too (tailoring packages to the initial buyer).

04-09-2020, 04:23 PM	#28
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,820	Re: Sierra Custom Package? That's pretty unique that one hasn't turned up before now. So how is it badged? Sierra emblem on side of box and Custom script under side windows? Would you post some more photos? Thanks __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

04-09-2020, 10:53 PM	#29
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,424	Re: Sierra Custom Package? SMS Auto Fabrics should have your vinyl and cloth. They can emboss the center vinyl too. You can request samples. I ordered mine from them and then had a shop in town do my seat. Attached Images __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1964 C-30 383/4 speed, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

04-09-2020, 11:16 PM	#30
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,088	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Nice! I'm going to have to do the seat in my truck, but I'm leaning towards parchment instead of the factory SPID black, given the difference in butt and leg blisters, here in the California sun. Pending approval from the female spousal unit, there is a chunk of foam with a towel over it. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

04-10-2020, 12:07 PM	#32
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Sounds like a really neat combo...can you post a pic or two of the outside of your truck? __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

04-10-2020, 01:09 PM	#33
71super402 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 54	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Here are a few pics. Attached Images

04-10-2020, 04:22 PM	#35
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Nice truck...really like the color combo & the patina!! Cant say that I've seen that combo very many times! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

04-10-2020, 04:39 PM	#36
71super402 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 54	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Thanks RustyTruck50. It is a color combo I had not seen before. I've waffled back and forth on whether to sand the surface rust off and clear it, or repaint it. Next is convert to disc and do a static drop...after I restore the interior.

04-10-2020, 05:29 PM	#37
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Sierra Custom Package? I'd run it just like that...paint-wise...a little satin or the flattest clear you can find to maintain the patina until you decide to go a different route Sounds like you have a good plan in place! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

04-10-2020, 08:43 PM	#38
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Sierra Custom Package? I'd paint it. It would look really good with a crisp white paint job and stand out from all the patina trucks you see everywhere. __________________ "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 ~

04-10-2020, 10:33 PM	#40
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Yeah, and I agree there's no hurry. Patina fits my budget. Just looks like an easy resto from here and something about a factory trim white long bed is sexy. __________________ "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 ~

04-11-2020, 10:19 AM	#41
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,689	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Have you checked to see if you have a build sheet in the seat springs? Most Fremont built trucks do. You will see it, either in the bottom, or the back of the seat if it’s still there __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

04-11-2020, 02:53 PM	#42
71super402 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 54	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Joesjunk it looks like there is a build sheet under the seat but it has deteriorated, and there is another one on the back of the seat that is in good shape, but I don't have a tilt seat so I'd have to unbolt the seat to get to it.

04-11-2020, 06:52 PM	#44
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Man, now that's a stroke of good luck....looking forward to seeing those!! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

04-12-2020, 10:49 AM	#45
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Hey, great idea Joe. I can't wait till you take the seat out. Keep us posted __________________ "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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04-12-2020, 01:27 PM	#46
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,353	Re: Sierra Custom Package? Assembly plants weren't always on the same page when it came to listing the option descriptions on spids. We have seen Z62 described as custom group or custom deluxe equip. Z 81 as camper nameplate or special camper. N 40 power steering as hydraulic steering. Z 17 has been listed as sierra grande truck or sierra grande custom. The option code Z 16 would be more important than the description.

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