[57taskforce]

There has been some discussion on another thread here, I’d like to document and learn more about when the strap and stop became Oe equipment on the frame vs. a recall addition. I believe they became standard equipment in 72. The reason I say this is because the recall front hanger strap is different than the straps I’ve seen on a few 72’s. Also a part number was posted for the strap and stops. I did some research and it lists as 70-71. I’ll post some pictures up from that thread, credit to too much stuff for his picture contributions which I will re post here.

First I will post pictures of my trucks, a 69 K10 short bed, and a 72 K20. Note the spot welded strap on the 72 which does not have the lower mounting areas that the other trucks pictured have, and no strap on the K10.

I will add the rest of the pictures in a little bit.