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1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-08-2009, 04:56 PM

1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's:
Truck Spec/ID
Engine ID
Trans
Axle ID
All Spes and Id's are Blown up to very readable 2336 X 1696 photos!
Worthy of a Sticky !!!!!!!
Click on the Link Below:
http://cid-9169aad55cfc6d79.skydrive...%7C0%20ID%7C4s

Rogue · 02-08-2009, 06:23 PM

That is awesome, thanks.

I agree, need to sticky

retodd7711 · 02-08-2009, 06:56 PM

Having a bit of trouble finding the GMC codes.
I don't have a SPID sheet just the VIN #
Where can I find the Serial # on my truck.
Apparantely the VIN is not the same I.D.
Edit:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316902

1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-08-2009, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retodd7711

Having a bit of trouble finding the GMC codes.
I don't have a SPID sheet just the VIN #
Where can I find the Serial # on my truck.
Apparantely the VIN is not the same I.D.
Edit:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316902

* Stamped on a metal plate attached to the top front of the driver's side door frame.
* Stamped on top of the left (driver's side) frame rail, near the steering gear.
However, this stamped number may only contain the sequential serial number.You can decode the VIN at one of the following web pages: http://www.americanclassic.com/paint.htm
http://www.americanclassic.com/paint_test.asp

Also check out www.classictruck.com, I used it on my 62'Chevy. Just click on "Vin Decoder". Type in your vin number, and thats it.

joe231 · 02-08-2009, 09:41 PM

I can't see any of the pics...
maybe because it is a microsoft site???
I'm running the latest and greatest from mozilla

1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-08-2009, 10:39 PM

1Bad62Pro/Street · 09-20-2009, 05:10 PM

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1960 - 1962 1/2-ton and 3/4-ton Chevrolet & GMC - torsion bar front end, coil springs in rear.
The 1-ton and bigger trucks, had torsion bar front end, leaf springs in rear.

1963 - 1966 Chevrolet - coil springs front and rear 1/2-ton and 3/4-ton.
The 1-ton trucks had leaf springs rear, coil springs in front.

1963 - 1966 GMC - leaf springs rear, coil springs in front, 1/2-ton, 3/4- and 1-ton
Canadian Trucks, both GMC and Chevy are the same as US built Chevy.

Historical/This I know/60-66 Model Changes
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=351107

1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=327764

1960-66 Chevy/GMC Truck Frame Diagram
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325736

The 6066 GMC Guy
http://www.6066gmcguy.org/

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cliffy · 09-21-2009, 11:56 AM

how can you tell what motor the truck originally came with?

1Bad62Pro/Street · 09-21-2009, 04:58 PM

* Stamped on a metal plate attached to the top front of the driver's side door frame.
* Stamped on top of the left (driver's side) frame rail, near the steering gear.
However, this stamped number may only contain the sequential serial number.
You can decode the VIN at one of the following web pages: http://www.americanclassic.com/paint.htm
http://www.americanclassic.com/paint_test.asp

old_1966_GMC · 08-10-2010, 01:26 AM

where can i decode my vin # for my 1966 gmc

1Bad62Pro/Street · 08-10-2010, 05:42 AM

Vin Number query:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=402078

brawley · 09-09-2010, 11:05 PM

I have a question about the rear end codes. According to the tech sheet there are letter codes ex. WA or WC that tells the ratio, Where do you find that stamped code, I have looked all over mine and cannot seem to find it???

brawley · 09-09-2010, 11:16 PM

I have one more question about the rear axels when it says (exc. positraction) what does the exc. stand for?

awbrown · 03-13-2011, 05:37 PM

well , I had no problem decoding my old truck ,it was 3C144Sxxx my other truck is a mystery , maybe I didnt read the pages right so help me out on this one ... The vin is 3C533Sxxxx the 533 has me scratching my head...

63sbssbbw · 09-12-2010, 09:09 AM

Exc= Except
Or not including
T

BSB1955 · 10-04-2010, 01:08 PM

Now that is what I'm talking about. Very useful information, thanks Man!

edflores · 12-19-2010, 04:21 PM

So my ratio is under the panhard bar mount?

Bob Magana · 12-19-2010, 05:05 PM

I've been trying to find the info on my inline 6. The casting number is 3921988. Can't find info anywhere. Any help?

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-19-2010, 06:41 PM

Online engine resources (casting numbers, calculators, etc.)
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382583

Check over there. Think I posted a section for the stovebolt I6's over there.
Chevy Six Cylinder Casting Numbers
1Bad62Pro/Street
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=356268

1960-1966 Wiring Diagram
http://cid-9169aad55cfc6d79.photos.l...20Diagram?uc=6

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Bob Magana · 12-19-2010, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Bad62Pro/Street

Online engine resources (casting numbers, calculators, etc.)
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382583

Check over there. Think I posted a section for the stovebolt I6's over there.
Posted via Mobile Device

Im thinking that maybe my number is 3921968 instead of 3921988. I gonna have to recheck. But thanks for the helpful links!!!

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-27-2010, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob Magana

Im thinking that maybe my number is 3921968 instead of 3921988. I gonna have to recheck. But thanks for the helpful links!!!

The 3921968 was used from 64 -76 Chevrolet/Olds (230-250CID)

stevenb · 02-08-2012, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edflores

So my ratio is under the panhard bar mount?

??? did you find out?

1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-14-2012, 10:16 AM

Jim Carter tech articles 1955-66:
http://www.oldchevytrucks.com/blog/i...icles/1955-66/

GMR-PERFORMANCE · 02-14-2012, 10:53 AM

Any one seen a "O" for the plant??? Its on my cab, and I have not seen that yet.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-14-2012, 11:19 AM

Not sure about "O".
Chevy Chassis Identification LMC Trucks.

02-08-2009, 04:56 PM	#1
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's: Truck Spec/ID Engine ID Trans Axle ID All Spes and Id's are Blown up to very readable 2336 X 1696 photos! Worthy of a Sticky !!!!!!! Click on the Link Below: http://cid-9169aad55cfc6d79.skydrive...%7C0%20ID%7C4s __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

02-08-2009, 06:23 PM	#2
Rogue Airport Bum Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Propwash (16Xray) D/FW, Texas Posts: 320	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's That is awesome, thanks. I agree, need to sticky __________________ 1964 Chevrolet C-10 1941 Chevrolet coupe 1962 Thunderbird 1959 Edsel Villager 1963 Skylark

02-08-2009, 06:56 PM	#3
retodd7711 chrome makes it go FASTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 2,884	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Having a bit of trouble finding the GMC codes. I don't have a SPID sheet just the VIN # Where can I find the Serial # on my truck. Apparantely the VIN is not the same I.D. Edit:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316902 __________________ She can't cook and she won't clean. But she looks good in a skirt and she brings me beer. She can stay for now. EDIT:: But she left me anyway, So forget her. 1962 GMC Stepside V6 4 speed My rolling resto thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=324226 My old farm truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3465005 Last edited by retodd7711; 02-08-2009 at 07:22 PM.

02-08-2009, 09:41 PM	#5
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's I can't see any of the pics... maybe because it is a microsoft site??? I'm running the latest and greatest from mozilla __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

02-08-2009, 10:39 PM	#6
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 03-10-2011 at 11:55 AM. Reason: http://qptwaq.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pizMyURTQJ4PyakKBiC0drBxOiN4dNNuFhV2Ma5kHwltiWZEsm_rnsN1H8nEy9BnyC4zx7GuivEwGHIODaijEJG

09-20-2009, 05:10 PM	#7
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's ======================================================= 1960 - 1962 1/2-ton and 3/4-ton Chevrolet & GMC - torsion bar front end, coil springs in rear. The 1-ton and bigger trucks, had torsion bar front end, leaf springs in rear. 1963 - 1966 Chevrolet - coil springs front and rear 1/2-ton and 3/4-ton. The 1-ton trucks had leaf springs rear, coil springs in front. 1963 - 1966 GMC - leaf springs rear, coil springs in front, 1/2-ton, 3/4- and 1-ton Canadian Trucks, both GMC and Chevy are the same as US built Chevy. Historical/This I know/60-66 Model Changes http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=351107 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=327764 1960-66 Chevy/GMC Truck Frame Diagram http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325736 The 6066 GMC Guy http://www.6066gmcguy.org/ ======================================================= __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 07-24-2012 at 06:55 PM.

09-21-2009, 11:56 AM	#8
cliffy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 60	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's how can you tell what motor the truck originally came with? __________________ my o/l says the truck has a vibration at 65 mph..I said its ok, it goes away at 90.

09-21-2009, 04:58 PM	#9
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's * Stamped on a metal plate attached to the top front of the driver's side door frame. * Stamped on top of the left (driver's side) frame rail, near the steering gear. However, this stamped number may only contain the sequential serial number. You can decode the VIN at one of the following web pages: http://www.americanclassic.com/paint.htm http://www.americanclassic.com/paint_test.asp __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 09-21-2009 at 05:00 PM.

08-10-2010, 01:26 AM	#10
old_1966_GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Richmond CA Posts: 270	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's where can i decode my vin # for my 1966 gmc

08-10-2010, 05:42 AM	#11
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Vin Number query: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=402078 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

09-09-2010, 11:05 PM	#12
brawley Easy Does It Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dirdy Mo , North Carolina Posts: 450	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's I have a question about the rear end codes. According to the tech sheet there are letter codes ex. WA or WC that tells the ratio, Where do you find that stamped code, I have looked all over mine and cannot seem to find it???

09-09-2010, 11:16 PM	#13
brawley Easy Does It Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dirdy Mo , North Carolina Posts: 450	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's I have one more question about the rear axels when it says (exc. positraction) what does the exc. stand for?

03-13-2011, 05:37 PM	#14
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's well , I had no problem decoding my old truck ,it was 3C144Sxxx my other truck is a mystery , maybe I didnt read the pages right so help me out on this one ... The vin is 3C533Sxxxx the 533 has me scratching my head...

09-12-2010, 09:09 AM	#15
63sbssbbw UCA63 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Lloydminster AB Can. Posts: 1,637	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Exc= Except Or not including T __________________ member#7816 "63 sb ss bbw 350\350 12 bolt rear Pwr Fr Disc PS tilt '61 GMC in progress '63 GMC to use for parts '90 Chevy Ext cab sbfs 5.7l (current d d)

10-04-2010, 01:08 PM	#16
BSB1955 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Raeford, North Carolina Posts: 5	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Now that is what I'm talking about. Very useful information, thanks Man!



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12-19-2010, 04:21 PM	#17
edflores Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Riverside CA Posts: 860	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's So my ratio is under the panhard bar mount?

12-19-2010, 05:05 PM	#18
Bob Magana Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Santa Paula, CA Posts: 14	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's I've been trying to find the info on my inline 6. The casting number is 3921988. Can't find info anywhere. Any help?

12-19-2010, 06:41 PM	#19
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Online engine resources (casting numbers, calculators, etc.) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382583 Check over there. Think I posted a section for the stovebolt I6's over there. Chevy Six Cylinder Casting Numbers 1Bad62Pro/Street http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=356268 1960-1966 Wiring Diagram http://cid-9169aad55cfc6d79.photos.l...20Diagram?uc=6 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 03-10-2011 at 12:44 PM.

02-14-2012, 10:16 AM	#23
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Jim Carter tech articles 1955-66: http://www.oldchevytrucks.com/blog/i...icles/1955-66/ __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

02-14-2012, 10:53 AM	#24
GMR-PERFORMANCE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Keller TX Posts: 836	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Any one seen a "O" for the plant??? Its on my cab, and I have not seen that yet. __________________ 62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG

02-14-2012, 11:19 AM	#25
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Specs & Engine/Trans/Axle ID's Not sure about "O". Chevy Chassis Identification LMC Trucks. __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

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