1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor

[FirstOwner69]

Originally Posted by Dmoore

Ok, on that white truck I noticed the side marker light fixture is different than the ones in my CST. That looks to be a simple "rectangle" where as mine is split in 2 sections. Is mine an upgraded item? Dave

That sounds like the newer version. More info suggesting the truck was built after the CST content changes I mentioned. Do they also light up? The early originals like mine did not. Attached pic is of my originals.

[68bowtie]

Those are the “bright side marker reflectors” in the CST package I believe.

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

That sounds like the newer version. More info suggesting the truck was built after the CST content changes I mentioned. Do they also light up? The early originals like mine did not. Attached pic is of my originals.

I believe so Jim. Thank you, Dave

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by 68bowtie

Those are the “bright side marker reflectors” in the CST package I believe.

Thank you 68!

[Dmoore]

Talked to Accuride this am. They do not have the wheel I need. They are mainly a late model wheel seller. Or maybe I got the wrong guy? I found these guy's doing an internet search. Thoughts?

https://rssw.com/macpek/entries/view...45304/lang:eng

[leddzepp]

Originally Posted by Dmoore

Talked to Accuride this am. They do not have the wheel I need. They are mainly a late model wheel seller. Or maybe I got the wrong guy? I found these guy's doing an internet search. Thoughts?

https://rssw.com/macpek/entries/view...45304/lang:eng

Go to your nearest pick and pull junkyard. Find a late 90’s E250 Ford van. The wheels will be stamped “accuride”. No need to spend top dollar from an internet seller.

[Dmoore]

Ok, On the suggestion from 72c20customcamper I just ordered 4 of these silver/grey 16 x 7 from Road Ready $93.56 free shipping. Cant beat that with a stick! I thought about the pick n pull thing but I don't have time for that. Pull em out of the box, install the valve stems, mount the tire, Road force balance em, install restored S/S hubcaps done.

http://www.roadreadywheels.com/t/categories

[Dmoore]

I believe you are correct

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

That sounds like the newer version. More info suggesting the truck was built after the CST content changes I mentioned. Do they also light up? The early originals like mine did not. Attached pic is of my originals.

Jim If I remember correctly one half lights up the other half is a reflector....

[leddzepp]

If you don’t have time online is the way to go. Steel wheels are $10 each when the yard has Monday madness savings. You can’t beat that with a brick.

[Dmoore]

Thanks ZEP, These days my time is worth more. It took me a while to get here but I've landed.

[steveimpala]

I have the same truck.... Black C20, 4 speed, 396, A/C, tac, black interior, bench seat...

[72c20customcamper]

Originally Posted by steveimpala

I have the same truck.... Black C20, 4 speed, 396, A/C, tac, black interior, bench seat...

Another nice one

[Steeveedee]

That is indeed one handsome truck.

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by steveimpala

I have the same truck.... Black C20, 4 speed, 396, A/C, tac, black interior, bench seat...

Nice Steve! Can we see more? What is the build month? CST? Dave

[steveimpala]

Dave - it's a CST, no where near the condition of yours... I just got it late last summer from South Dakota farmer, 89,000 miles...it's in nice shape, still going thru everything. I replaced the tires and had the rims blasted and powder coated.. new exhaust as well.

Some pictures:

[72 tigger]

Both are nice trucks- thanks for sharing

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by steveimpala

I have the same truck.... Black C20, 4 speed, 396, A/C, tac, black interior, bench seat...

Steve what size tires do you have there?

[factorystock]

Originally Posted by Dmoore

I myself like the argent silver with those correct S/S hubcaps.

IMO, that may flow better with the exterior black body color, but your free to experiment before you make the decision. Hey, come to think of it, Chevy was ahead of its time in the '68-'69 period, practically every car on the road today comes with silver wheels On the argent silver color, it is a very tricky color to match accurately. A '69 hubcap might be a perfect color match tool for the wheels, assuming it is NOS. Used caps are found in various states, might be faded, bleached or surface rusty look, may not be an indication of the original color and gloss, or lack of gloss. Here is a photo of a used '69 cap that shows some wear , but a NOS cap would be more accurate finish to color match the wheels to.

[factorystock]

Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

I am the only owner of my '69 CST/20 (early Dec., 1968 Fremont production, VIN CE249Z833099). Yes, I'm that old!

That VIN number does not look like a low production number. Reading glasses on?

[factorystock]

Originally Posted by steveimpala

Dave - it's a CST, no where near the condition of yours... I just got it late last summer from South Dakota farmer, 89,000 miles...it's in nice shape, still going thru everything. I replaced the tires and had the rims blasted and powder coated.. new exhaust as well.

Some pictures:

Nice truck! When you read between the lines, the SPID will tell us the HD 4 spd CR is the New Process 435 box ( nice trans by the way) and the 396 option will include the Spicer 60 with 3.54 ratio.

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by factorystock

IMO, that may flow better with the exterior black body color, but your free to experiment before you make the decision. Hey, come to think of it, Chevy was ahead of its time in the '68-'69 period, practically every car on the road today comes with silver wheels On the argent silver color, it is a very tricky color to match accurately. A '69 hubcap might be a perfect color match tool for the wheels, assuming it is NOS. Used caps are found in various states, might be faded, bleached or surface rusty look, may not be an indication of the original color and gloss, or lack of gloss. Here is a photo of a used '69 cap that shows some wear , but a NOS cap would be more accurate finish to color match the wheels to.

I agree! I am having a member here who restores these hub caps restore a set for me. CHEVMN in Mo. I have ordered a set of 16 x 7" wheels from Road Ready Wheels and have received one box so far. They are a grey color that I am hoping will go good with the S/S caps and black truck. And it probably came with white rims factory but I have read argent was available in 69 as well. I have 4 new Michelins that came in Friday, LT265/75/R16. These are outline white letters but will be mounted inward for a black wall appearance. Worst case I will have to scuff the wheels up and paint them a lighter shade.

[Dmoore]

Originally Posted by steveimpala

Dave - it's a CST, no where near the condition of yours... I just got it late last summer from South Dakota farmer, 89,000 miles...it's in nice shape, still going thru everything. I replaced the tires and had the rims blasted and powder coated.. new exhaust as well.

Some pictures:

Looks to me he loved it. Hey can you post a photo of the air cleaner assy when time permits please? Thanks! Dave

[Dmoore]

Ordered a complete exhaust system Wednesday from Waldron's Exhaust in aluminized steel. Chose the factory style muffler. I guess the lead time could be worse like most things right now. The original mufflers/tail pipes have numerous holes and sound a little ratty. Head pipes are still ok but decided on entire new system. Owner agreed.

https://waldronexhaust.com/product/1...-dual-exhaust/

[steveimpala]

Originally Posted by dmoore

steve what size tires do you have there?

Firestone LT 265/75R 16 M/S