Truck Week EP29 - 1972 Chevy C10
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- This 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck exhibits several final year details before the arrival of the 1973 “square body” pickups. Steve examines why Chevy switched from six to five lug wheels in 1971, whether a C10 12-bolt rear axle works in cars and the final year for optional rear coil springs.
Steve, you're an educator. You have TURNED the junkyard into a classroom.
You beat back a nasty illness Steve! So happy for you. Heal and get healthy my brother!! You are a legend in your audience's eyes!
He’s not back yet! This is a rerun episode! Look’s like he still recovering!
Looking forward to seeing gray haired Steve in the junkyard again! Keep recovering, don't rush it!
Grey haired? He needs some of that black hair coloring 😉. The same kind Rudy Giuliani uses.😮😮
Oh, no you didn't!😂
I almost still can't believe Steve beat encephalitis. Sure am glad we still have you
I agree. Its darn near miraculous to me. And I thank god for it. Cheers😊😊😊😊
He’s not back yet! This is a rerun episode! I think he still recovering!
@@giggiddythis is a rerun episode! He’s not back yet!
Nope! This is an old episode from last year!
I'll say it again, but these trucks in a long bed, with full Cheyenne trim and two tone paint are some of the best looking pickup trucks ever! Those greenish AC Delco gauges are icing on the cake! I like seeing red, Hugger Orange, and that bright medium blue they had, (darker than this subject truck) with white two-tone accents!
Another day closer.....as stated last time:
No, the square bodies ran from 1973 to 1991. The CK Series ran from 1973 to 1986, and then the RV Series became the "square body" from 1987 to 1991. GM did that to avoid confusion with the "OBS" style trucks that came out in 1988. So yes, both the CK Series and the RV Series were sold side by side in the same dealership from 1988 to 1991.
Yes, the VIN on a 1972 is unique. The first "C" means Chevrolet (T is GMC). Correct, the "E" means V8, an "S" in this position is a six cylinder. Also, 1967 to 1971 GMC trucks of this same vintage have a different VIN format than their Chevrolet cousins.
With the VIN we win, and go all the way, don't you say? C for Chevrolet, C for 2WD conventional chassis, E for V8 equipped, 1 for 1/2 ton rated, 4 for pickup and box, 2 for 1972 model year, B for Baltimore, MD assembly and the rest is the production sequence. The Baltimore plant operated from 1935 to 2005 and the Astro and Safari were the last vehicles assembled there. Other plants that made them included Lakewood Heights (Atlanta) GA, St. Louis, MO, Flint, MI, Tarrytown, NY, Norwood, OH, Pontiac, MI, Kansas City, MO, Oshawa Ontario Canada, Fremont, CA, Janesville, WI, to name most of them.
"If the chalk (marks) could talk", they would probably have a "B" for Baltimore, MD assembly, "CE1" for 1/2 ton V8 equipped 2WD, and maybe "510" for Medium Blue (assuming that's the original color or close to it) exterior paint in white chalk on the firewall put there by the assembly line workers. I'm guessing some of the "neighbors" shown next to this one will be the next videos coming up, as they look quite interesting and worth seeing.
Still here Steve. Working the algorithm 👍
We're all pulling for you Steve. Hope to to you back in the Junkyard soon
The easy way to tell a 71 from a 72 is the rear-view mirror. '72 mirrors attached to the windshield. '71 had the mount from the roof. Great to see you back!!
"It's a classroom." Well, it is when you're there. Thanks!
Steve our family has been praying for you and are happy your on the mend ❤️🩹
I recall back in 1972 working for a farmer. He had just bought a brand new 1972 Chev pickup. It was a deluxe model with a very cushy seat. At the time I thought it was too plush for a pickup.
My uncle bought a '71 Chevy (very plain) C-100 NEW! This was CRAP! My "boss" (great guy!) drove a '70 GMC "1500" (BASE SAME) with a "400" V-8, ALL OPTIONS! THIS WAS GREAT! Even "back-in-the-day", I guess "You get what you pay for"!
Glad Steve your recovery is Going Well & Doing What You Love , Back in Business 🫡 Keep up the Junkyard Videos my friend. Um from South Jersey area , junkyards do not exist anymore, live them thru Yours 👍
Everyone will be glad to see Steve back in the junkyard soon. Reruns are good, new Steve is better.
Love ya brother Mags!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉
Great to see you buddy!
I LOVER "crawling the junkyard" with Steve too!
Yes it’s good to see you again. KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK THAT YOU DO FOR US!!!!!!
Great you are recovering, hope to see you back to normal soon!
I had a 1968 2/3 ton Chev with the camper special, had full gauge package and interior with the storage boxes in the bottom front lower box with the box extended by 1 foot. The rear axle ratio was so high it only got 8 mpg at 55 mph. I then had a 1/2 ton 72 GMC w a 307 engine and 3 on the tree. Tried to spin the tires and with coil springs the rear axle jumped like a monkey on crack. Loved them both all the same.
You are so knowledgeable. I never paid attention to trucks, but I learnt a lot listening to these videos.
Steve, please please give us an update on how you are doing. 🙏
These are still my favorite all around trucks. Both practical and stylish. 71-72 with the handsome grille and front disc brakes.
My dad bought a new Chevy truck, actually 2 at the same time. He bought a 72 2 w.d and a 4x4 3/4 ton. I was only 7. I keep wanting his old Chevy wagons and trucks from my childhood, even a chevett, he bought that new in 77
Another awesome Truck episode Steve!👍
Good to see you back in the crawling game. 👍
"Crawling" with Steve is GREAT! I love "model crawling" too!
I just wanted to say thanks for the content, it's a great break from the day! Hope you're on the mend!
We've had several of the 72s through out the years for drag trucks. Had a blue one 632 bbc with 3 stages of gas. Fun trucks
Love the C10
Actually they put the gas tanks on the outside of the frame rail, they were called saddle tanks. 10x more GM pickups exploded than Pintos. Look it up, GM Side saddle online. I worked at a FORD dealership and replaced several sets of fuel tanks and installed the single tank between the frame rails. Remember having to turn the truck around to fill both tanks? I remember doing that on many Chevy trucks, well BEFORE the national recall. Well some people ignored the recall and they continued relying on that thin sheet metal to protect them from side impacts.
Not on the '67-'72 trucks. The task was behind the seat. Old Ford were the same. I had a '67 chev, tank behind the seat. '71 F250, tank behind the seat. At least the Ford had an aux tank. 15 gallons didn't get a pickup very far.
Enjoying these past videos,
Keep getting your strength back looking forward to new junkyard adventures when your back to full strength .👍
Growing up my Stepfather had 2 of these. A 68 6cly, & then a 72 with the 400. 72 shortbox with a big block, is still My dream truck
These are one of the most sought after models today for collectors. What’s great you can still get parts for them.
I'd like to have that Isuzu pick-up in the background. Somebody really needs to make a small truck again. The so-called compact trucks of today are the size of full size trucks of the 70's
Don't know if I could do those junkyard crawls. I'd be too tempted. If I was with Steve, though, I'm sure I could pick a true gem. Thanks for putting this content out, Steve!
Best looking truck ever
I'm very happy to see you in your true roots. Be well, steve!
These are the best looking trucks of the time period.
I STILL LOVED the old "rough riders" (Dodges)!
Down in Vero Beach helping my brother on some projects, nice mags video after a long day, before bed. Stay well Steve. 👍
Steve can still find 250 six bangers in the junk yard.
Thanks Steve, Great to see these Vids...Looking forward to watching the Auctions with your "Skilled Input" again.
Got to love them old C10 trucks
You're well soon Steve looking forward to seeing you again
We had a grain truck with that style cab. I believe it had a 350 plus a lot of cancer so it was last used to hold cotton seed to feed dairy cows and parked in a barn until we needed them.
Glad to see ya up and running!
Thanks Steve, hope you are doing better every day.
Nice to see you Mr. STEVE!
I had the inline 6 and the 3 speed in my 72, loved that truck
It’s awesome to watch this one again! Anything to support your channel brother! Hope to hear from you soon Steve! And hope you’re feeling better!🙏
Super Steve. Keep fighting and keep getting better. Maybe your first video back will be at your desk showing the models you’ve made and modified. Get well soon.
Years back I remember a GMC truck had labeling under hood saying 307 Invader. I'd never seen it before or since,
More from the inner sanctum of Dr. Mags.
Bonjour Steven. Cheers mate.🇨🇦
This is my favorite gen of the C-10.
Yep had me a 67 GMC 1/2 ton fleetside with the 305 V-6 very informative. thanks for sharing brother 👍
Fun Fact: You can bolt up a 6 cylinder manual flywheel to a V-8 and with the correct starter it will work. But if the starter goes bad and you do not know this was done to your engine, you will never get a V-8 starter to work ! I know this because my 74 Nova had this when I was in college and I ended up parking the car and just getting another one. When I graduated me and a buddy pulled the motor and trans and he counted the teeth on the fly wheel and figured out it was a 6 cylinder unit !
Get well soon Steve...
Just seen an early 70's GMC pickup today being hauled on a flatbed trailer. Wasn't much left. But I did recognize the GMC logo on the front. 😊
glad you are better.......you were made to do this
Love this Classroom
Studebaker was the first to do double wall bed construction way back in 48
My FAVORITE Uncle bought a '71 Chevy C-10 ("6", stick) in October '70! IT WAS JUNK! (no power, sloppy shift linkage, assembly!) He traded this for a '70 Chevy Nova (used) that was A GREAT CAR! Trucks DO NOT ALWAYS "count better"!
I love junking with Steve! I always learn somthin.
GREAT VIDEO STEVE!!!!! AND A GREAT EDUCATION. THANKS FOR SHARING!!!! I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL. I ALWAYS LEARN SOMETHING NEW!!!!
Glad your feeling better and back on the you tube
So glad to see you back in form..,always a fascinating junk yard crawl.
The rare isuzu hombre in the background!
Good to see you back love the knowledge Steve.
The fellow that made the first gone in 60 seconds started out as a young man with 200.00 in his pocket he would make it to a wrecking yard and started peacing vehicles together his favorite was Rolls-Royce and prior to his passing he had collected several of them his next movie was exclaimed for the amount vehicle wrecked
In a single motion piture.
I am loving your truck videos.
Looking forward to new material and Barrett-Jackson. Get well.
drove my chevy to the levee!
Had that same truck in highschool 307 bottom and a 327 cam, heads and 4 barrel all out of a station wagon with 3 on the tree ... Cheap on gas an fast red light to red light.
Thanks for sharing this glad your doing better
Quickest way to tell a 71 from a 72 is the rear view mirror, 71 is cab mounted, 72 it's glued to the windshield, the only other difference is the door panels.
So glad I found this channel! I've been a fan of yours on Barrett for years just never saw your CZcams channel!
i like the 1967-1972. also blazers & suburbans had same front end.
1972 mirror was mounted to the windshield great video thanks
Glad you are doing well
1972 is the absolute high point of American pickup truck styling from the big three, in my opinion. You had those GM trucks, the Ford Bumpside, and the new for '72 Dodge style trucks!
Be well,Steve.❤
Keep on truckin 🤓🇺🇲
Steve hopefully you are feeling better really great video
Thank you Steve
Friend had a 250ci 6 cyl. He’d tow his fishing boat everywhere with it. It was bullet proof. Can’t say the same for the floor rusting.
Any friend of Nicks Garage! I see why he asked us to subscribe. Great videos.
Get well Steve
Miss my 72😭
Thanks Steve
Steve, I think 71 rear view mirror mounted to roof 72 mounted to windshield
Thank you Steve👍
GMC had leaf springs. Chevy had coils. 1/2 ton 4wd's had 6 lugs as well
Absolutely LOVE this charming light blue paint on these trucks - so “period correct” from an era where people were original enough to desire something other than five drab colors from the factory……..🙄
Interesting fact the 3/4 ton 2wd frames are actually stronger then the 4x4 3/4 ton frames. It looks like the 4x4 frames whether 1/2 or 3/4 where pretty much the same. Only difference was the axles and springs. I was reading in one of the old chevrolet manuals and it showed the thickness of frame metal and explained why the 2wd 3/4 tons had a higher gvw because of it. The 2wd 1/2 ton and 3/4 ton frames are completely different. Also the 4x4 3/4 only came with Ho52 rated at 5200 lbs and the 3/4 heavy duty 2wds where over 7,000 lbs and came with Dana 60 or Ho72.
Chevrolet: standard coil rear, optional leaf; GMC opposite
Let's make it Truck Year and do them all. Looking forward to all these videos. Did Steve sleep in the junkyard at night doing all these videos in one location?
Hello.
I would like to see a story done on that '58 or '59 Chevy Apache truck pictured in front of this one.
I thought it was a '72 as soon as I saw the front turn signals in the bumper. Pre-'72 they were in the grill. I think... :-)
Yeah Steve!
Magneto for the win!!
I'm sure Steve knows what he's talking about, but it seems to me that 3/4 and 1 ton 4x4's go for more than any 2wd's, especially if they're v8 4 speeds.