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lukecp · 05-10-2002, 07:35 PM

Well, i went to the local Chevy dealer to try and get a turn signal switch for my '72, after the auto parts store couldn't get anyone. I walked up to the parts desk, and there was a woman working it. I told her that i needed a turn signal switch for a '72 C10, and i got "I'm sorry, we can't get parts for anythig that old anymore". I got a starter brace from them about a year ago, and they looked it up on a microfilm machine. Well, the got rid of that, and now only deal in parts for newer vechiles! Is this just a thing with my Chevy dealer, or did they all stop carrying parts for our trucks????

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Lucas

"Another proud owner of one of the coolest trucks ever built"

drop_shift@hotmail.com

My Daily-Driver: '72 Chevy LWB Custom/10. Rebuilt 350, roughly 300 HP thanks to a 204/214 duration cam, Edelbrock Performer intake and 1406 carb, headers, and 40 seires Flowmaster mufflers. Ochre with a white top. Lots of fun

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RodC · 05-10-2002, 08:14 PM

Advance Auto, Autozone both have it, but $41.00. I just ordered a complete one from Chevy Duty, LCM also has it, for $29.00

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Rod Childers
'71 C10 Stepside

lukecp · 05-10-2002, 08:22 PM

I bought one from LMC. It came in yesterday, i should have it installed on monday...

*racedvl* · 05-10-2002, 08:38 PM

I asked them for a brake hose for a 72 C-20 and they said they don't go back that far.

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**TxGary** · 05-10-2002, 08:59 PM

They can still get some parts. They will have to look them up in the books. I still get parts from them. If they don't have it in stock or its discontinued ask them to check what other dealers have in stock. I just bought a tilt shifter housing off the shelf of a dealer in Florida. My local dealer found it for me.Part was discontinued last year.

**Tim Christian** · 05-10-2002, 09:05 PM

You can go here www.gmpartsdirect.com/index.cfm and click on restoration parts type in you vechicle and it will list every part you can still get from GM

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67 GMC Stepside(UNDER CONSTRUCTION)
67 GMC Custom
67 Chevy C-30

Leinie · 05-10-2002, 09:37 PM

My local GM parts guy will still look stuff up in the old books and do dealer search for me. I try to stop when it's not real busy and I NEVER complain about the price- I just wish they'd include some KY jelly or buy me a drink first.

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72 Blazer CST X 2

Mike C · 05-10-2002, 09:41 PM

A good parts guy helps a lot. Especially if you have a good relationship (ie he doesn't charge you list!)but fact is that a lot of parts for our truck are discontinued and NOS has been bought by dealers like LMC, Chevy Duty or even some of our vendors. You'll always be able to get parts, but maybe not from GM.

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70 GMC 3/4 ton Sierra Grande 402/TH400
72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's
64 Corvette Coupe
68 Camaro 'vert TPI & TH700
69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110
72 Datsun 240Z-ol' reliable

O'l Buck · 05-11-2002, 12:33 AM

i always get the "you need a what? for a what??"....."oh, i'm sorry, my book only goes back to 74"......well, give me a throttle cable for a 74 then!!!!

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Ol' Buck: '72 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 shortbox stepside 350/350auto on '84
ralleys and 31/10.5s

Angel girl: 67 Cutlass convertible
330, 3spd stick

Greener: 90 GMC Jimmy
350/auto
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Orleans,NE

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**fine69** · 05-11-2002, 12:45 AM

I buy tons of stuff at Advance AutoParts. I just got wheel cylander rebuild kits for my 49 GMC panel truck. They did have to look it up in the book. But i buy so much they dont complain when i ask for old stuff. If they dont want to look it up for me i will go behind the darn counter and do it myself.

**PICKMUP** · 05-11-2002, 02:16 AM

Tim---good site---thanks for the tip!

JJR · 05-11-2002, 08:02 AM

If you know the part number for the GM item you want go to www.partsvoice.com and enter as a guest and input the part number and you might find a dealership that has one.

[This message has been edited by JJR (edited May 11, 2002).]

nroden · 05-11-2002, 08:33 AM

I am getting my turn signal switch from GMCPauls for $29.95. I don't know if my local Hughes and Coates Chevy Dealers sells parts for our truck. I have never tried them. On that turn signal switch I know that NAPA and O' Reilly didn't have them but CarQuest could of ordered me one but it was $49.
Another thing that parts stores don't always have for our trucks is washerpumps. O' Reilly was able to order me one. It worked great but came in a banged up box and on it it said manufactured in a 1977... LOL> It was new, just sitting around for a while.

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Nick Rodenberg
Wellington, MO
http://nickrod.port5.com
You can click on "My 72 Chevy Truck"
I have a 72 Cheyenne 10 with a V8 350 and a TH-350 auto-tranny.
Ochre/White/Ochre
Runs well... working on body.
Plan to get painted weekend before memorial day weekend.
Planned to be done March 7 when I turned 16. Didn't happen. Chose to do better job and be behind schedule instead of 1/2 doing it and it looking like junk.

*Fast68Chevy* · 05-11-2002, 11:21 AM

small town dealers have alot of NOS still, i mean damn small like 150 ppl, theyre around still,,... im talking 50's parts and older stil brand new sittign around.

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jku72 · 05-12-2002, 03:33 PM

Yes, I was able to get an original grille, with old GM sticker still on it, and inner fenders, and a tailgate, old dealerships with large unorganized parts barns can yield some treaure.
It also helps when the owner of the dealer also collects old cars/trucks, so they understand.
The only drawback is when you call and get some person who only can look at a computer screen. But, that happens at all parts stores sometimes.

bluec10 · 05-12-2002, 08:48 PM

Its not a GM thing, its a dealership thing and it also depends on how willing the parts person is to help you. My local GM dealership has been really helpful in finding parts for me, of course, they have all the right books (they started keeping them right under the counter instead of in back since I've been asking so many questions). I've also struck out with certain parts guys, but have had great results with other parts guys at the same dealership with the same part. Be persistent and check with a few dealerships before you give up.

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Dream: '68 C-10 Custom with a 396 and a 700R4
Current Reality: '68 C-10, 250, 3 speed, parts in two garages, but lots of hope.

Joachim · 05-12-2002, 09:59 PM

I agree w/Bluec10, gotta be persistant. If you find one person that will take the time to pull out the old books, get to know them. Build a friendly relationship with them. I recently was lookin for a part that was out of stock. My parts guy looked through three books and finally came up with a part number and gave me the name of a local "classic" parts supplier that in fact had the part. Keep trying.
Joe

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The Carolina Cajun, almost famous in North Carolina since 1989!
Driving a 68 & Restoring a 66.
Lookin' for Rochester 1bbl & 2bbl carbs!!

JungleBoy · 05-13-2002, 10:34 AM

I bought a GM dealer book for 46-72 trucks. When I go into my dealer (30% discount..) I have the parts numbers ready - they appreciate that, and I am sure that I get what I want.
JB

keenee · 05-13-2002, 02:22 PM

Try a different dealer! The dealer nearest my home is useless, but my dealer is great! The parts book idea is what I do too. Never be in a hurry. And a dozen cookies once in a while never hurts

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72 3/4 lwb fleet 427 t350 4x4 under construction

**COBALT** · 05-13-2002, 05:32 PM

God, I don't want to even talk about this...I've had so many arguments with parts stores lately because of my carburetor. I don't even want to even think about going to a dealership. It would be like pouring salt into a wound with me right now.

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'69 3/4 ton C20 2wd w/ 350ci/400THM and a wood bed!
'69 3/4 ton Custom 20 2wd w/ ORIGINAL 350ci/4sp Manual and a wood bed (parts beast).
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05-10-2002, 08:59 PM	#5
TxGary Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Bowie, Texas 76230 Posts: 1,027	They can still get some parts. They will have to look them up in the books. I still get parts from them. If they don't have it in stock or its discontinued ask them to check what other dealers have in stock. I just bought a tilt shifter housing off the shelf of a dealer in Florida. My local dealer found it for me.Part was discontinued last year. __________________ 71 C-10 SWB 1969 C-30 Custom Camper Motorhome Restoration in progress. 2020 Chevy 2500 Crew 4x4 LTZ Diesel 2015 Chevy Tahoe LTZ 4X4 2015 Diamond C 22' HD car hauler Bowie, Texas 76230

05-10-2002, 09:41 PM	#8
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,714	A good parts guy helps a lot. Especially if you have a good relationship (ie he doesn't charge you list!)but fact is that a lot of parts for our truck are discontinued and NOS has been bought by dealers like LMC, Chevy Duty or even some of our vendors. You'll always be able to get parts, but maybe not from GM. ------------------ 70 GMC 3/4 ton Sierra Grande 402/TH400 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert TPI & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 72 Datsun 240Z-ol' reliable __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

05-11-2002, 12:33 AM	#9
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	i always get the "you need a what? for a what??"....."oh, i'm sorry, my book only goes back to 74"......well, give me a throttle cable for a 74 then!!!! ------------------ Ol' Buck: '72 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 shortbox stepside 350/350auto on '84 ralleys and 31/10.5s Angel girl: 67 Cutlass convertible 330, 3spd stick Greener: 90 GMC Jimmy 350/auto Chad Stephens Orleans,NE no name yet: 72 442 under serious construction my site: http://communities.msn.com/Beastonabudget/homepage __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

05-11-2002, 12:45 AM	#10
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	I buy tons of stuff at Advance AutoParts. I just got wheel cylander rebuild kits for my 49 GMC panel truck. They did have to look it up in the book. But i buy so much they dont complain when i ask for old stuff. If they dont want to look it up for me i will go behind the darn counter and do it myself. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

05-11-2002, 02:16 AM	#11
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05-10-2002, 07:35 PM	#1
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Don't count on GM to provide us with parts Well, i went to the local Chevy dealer to try and get a turn signal switch for my '72, after the auto parts store couldn't get anyone. I walked up to the parts desk, and there was a woman working it. I told her that i needed a turn signal switch for a '72 C10, and i got "I'm sorry, we can't get parts for anythig that old anymore". I got a starter brace from them about a year ago, and they looked it up on a microfilm machine. Well, the got rid of that, and now only deal in parts for newer vechiles! Is this just a thing with my Chevy dealer, or did they all stop carrying parts for our trucks???? ------------------ Lucas "Another proud owner of one of the coolest trucks ever built" drop_shift@hotmail.com My Daily-Driver: '72 Chevy LWB Custom/10. Rebuilt 350, roughly 300 HP thanks to a 204/214 duration cam, Edelbrock Performer intake and 1406 carb, headers, and 40 seires Flowmaster mufflers. Ochre with a white top. Lots of fun . __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

05-10-2002, 08:14 PM	#2
RodC Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Fairmont WV Posts: 304	Advance Auto, Autozone both have it, but $41.00. I just ordered a complete one from Chevy Duty, LCM also has it, for $29.00 ------------------ Rod Childers '71 C10 Stepside __________________ Rod Childers '71 C10 Stepside

05-10-2002, 08:22 PM	#3
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	I bought one from LMC. It came in yesterday, i should have it installed on monday... __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

05-10-2002, 08:38 PM	#4
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	I asked them for a brake hose for a 72 C-20 and they said they don't go back that far. ------------------ http://hometown.aol.com/racedvl/racedvl69index.html Woodstock,IL.northwest of Chicago It's not what you buy, it's what you build!! I did not climb to the top of the food chain, to become a vegetarian. For some pics of my truck.

05-10-2002, 09:05 PM	#6
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	You can go here www.gmpartsdirect.com/index.cfm and click on restoration parts type in you vechicle and it will list every part you can still get from GM ------------------ 67 GMC Stepside(UNDER CONSTRUCTION) 67 GMC Custom 67 Chevy C-30

05-10-2002, 09:37 PM	#7
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	My local GM parts guy will still look stuff up in the old books and do dealer search for me. I try to stop when it's not real busy and I NEVER complain about the price- I just wish they'd include some KY jelly or buy me a drink first. ------------------ 72 Blazer CST X 2

05-11-2002, 08:02 AM	#12
JJR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Leesburg, GA Posts: 746	If you know the part number for the GM item you want go to www.partsvoice.com and enter as a guest and input the part number and you might find a dealership that has one. [This message has been edited by JJR (edited May 11, 2002).] __________________ FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Second Owner 70 C-10 Second Owner 93 GMC C1500 Third Owner 99 C2500 Crew Cab Short Bed

05-11-2002, 08:33 AM	#13
nroden Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 1,098	I am getting my turn signal switch from GMCPauls for $29.95. I don't know if my local Hughes and Coates Chevy Dealers sells parts for our truck. I have never tried them. On that turn signal switch I know that NAPA and O' Reilly didn't have them but CarQuest could of ordered me one but it was $49. Another thing that parts stores don't always have for our trucks is washerpumps. O' Reilly was able to order me one. It worked great but came in a banged up box and on it it said manufactured in a 1977... LOL> It was new, just sitting around for a while. ------------------ Nick Rodenberg Wellington, MO http://nickrod.port5.com You can click on "My 72 Chevy Truck" I have a 72 Cheyenne 10 with a V8 350 and a TH-350 auto-tranny. Ochre/White/Ochre Runs well... working on body. Plan to get painted weekend before memorial day weekend. Planned to be done March 7 when I turned 16. Didn't happen. Chose to do better job and be behind schedule instead of 1/2 doing it and it looking like junk. __________________ Nick Rodenberg 72 Cheyenne 10 V8 350/TH350 white/ochre/white/ochre, ochre/saddle interior Retired and in the dry... still runs. I now drive Red '01 Ford Focus... better MPG!!!

05-11-2002, 11:21 AM	#14
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	small town dealers have alot of NOS still, i mean damn small like 150 ppl, theyre around still,,... im talking 50's parts and older stil brand new sittign around. ------------------ Randy- Lincoln, IL randy@ccaonline.com 2177353230 many GM parts bought, traded, or sold -am parting out: '81 Cutlass Supreme Brougham current fleet: -71 C-10 350/CH465/3.07- basketcase, #1 -90 Cavalier 2.2L sky blue, a driver -84 Z28 5.0L/700R4/3.73 daily driver -84 Firebird/SE 2.8L/T-5/3.73/engine bad, project #2 -82 purple Trans Am, project #3 Paint is overrated* © RSS Enterprises 2000

05-12-2002, 03:33 PM	#15
jku72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: cornville, maine Posts: 659	Yes, I was able to get an original grille, with old GM sticker still on it, and inner fenders, and a tailgate, old dealerships with large unorganized parts barns can yield some treaure. It also helps when the owner of the dealer also collects old cars/trucks, so they understand. The only drawback is when you call and get some person who only can look at a computer screen. But, that happens at all parts stores sometimes. __________________ jku Cornville, Maine 68 C10 burb 42 Willys MB 46 Dodge WF-32 1.5 ton 53 & 56 Olds' 60 Cadillac 22 Dodge Brothers



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05-12-2002, 08:48 PM	#16
bluec10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Manitoba, Canada Posts: 663	Its not a GM thing, its a dealership thing and it also depends on how willing the parts person is to help you. My local GM dealership has been really helpful in finding parts for me, of course, they have all the right books (they started keeping them right under the counter instead of in back since I've been asking so many questions). I've also struck out with certain parts guys, but have had great results with other parts guys at the same dealership with the same part. Be persistent and check with a few dealerships before you give up. ------------------ Dream: '68 C-10 Custom with a 396 and a 700R4 Current Reality: '68 C-10, 250, 3 speed, parts in two garages, but lots of hope. __________________ Present: 2015 Tacoma. Yeah, not a GM, but I love it. 1969 GMC 32,000 - fix, drive, relax, fix... 2019 BMW R1250 GSA - Yahoooooooo 1979 Honda GL 1000 - retro touring at its best. Past: '05 Sierra 4x4 - Had 270,000 KM and running well when it was written-off by a stop sign runner. '94 F-150 from the "F word" company. I'll admit it...good truck. Sold what was left of it for $800 to a guy who came to pick it up at 11:00 PM with cash in hand. Hmm. '79 Sierra Grande (Black) organ donor - perfect rebuildable 4-bolt 350 and a good TH350. '76 Sierra Grande (Orange) - hate isn't too strong a word. Kid who bought it turned it into a hot rod. '68 C-10 R.I.P. - Dad's old truck...too far gone to resurrect. '59 C-50 - with hoist. Truck is gone, wife isn't. Nuff said.

05-12-2002, 09:59 PM	#17
Joachim Carolina Cajun Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Concord, NC/Ponchatoula, LA Posts: 65	I agree w/Bluec10, gotta be persistant. If you find one person that will take the time to pull out the old books, get to know them. Build a friendly relationship with them. I recently was lookin for a part that was out of stock. My parts guy looked through three books and finally came up with a part number and gave me the name of a local "classic" parts supplier that in fact had the part. Keep trying. Joe ------------------ The Carolina Cajun, almost famous in North Carolina since 1989! Driving a 68 & Restoring a 66. Lookin' for Rochester 1bbl & 2bbl carbs!! __________________ The Carolina Cajun, almost famous in North Carolina since 1989! Driving a 68 & Restoring a 66. Lookin' for Rochester Manual 1bbl & 2bbl carbs!! Concord, NC & Ponchatoula, LA

05-13-2002, 10:34 AM	#18
JungleBoy Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Houston TX USA Posts: 44	I bought a GM dealer book for 46-72 trucks. When I go into my dealer (30% discount..) I have the parts numbers ready - they appreciate that, and I am sure that I get what I want. JB

05-13-2002, 02:22 PM	#19
keenee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Houston, Pennsylvania Posts: 231	Try a different dealer! The dealer nearest my home is useless, but my dealer is great! The parts book idea is what I do too. Never be in a hurry. And a dozen cookies once in a while never hurts ------------------ 72 3/4 lwb fleet 427 t350 4x4 under construction __________________ '96 GMC Suburban 6.5t '99 F**d Windstar '07 SON '09 DAUGHTER XOXOXO Wife

05-13-2002, 05:32 PM	#20
COBALT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Seattle, WA, USA Posts: 5,817	God, I don't want to even talk about this...I've had so many arguments with parts stores lately because of my carburetor. I don't even want to even think about going to a dealership. It would be like pouring salt into a wound with me right now. ------------------ '69 3/4 ton C20 2wd w/ 350ci/400THM and a wood bed! '69 3/4 ton Custom 20 2wd w/ ORIGINAL 350ci/4sp Manual and a wood bed (parts beast). Seattle, WA. *See pics of my trucks and project at www.webshots.com! __________________ '69 3/4 ton C20 2wd-350ci/TH400 '69 3/4 ton Custom 20 2wd-350ci/4sp Manual '99 2wd 5.7 Chevy Tahoe Seattle, WA.

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