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Old June 19th, 2014, 09:40 PM
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After reading newbie Albert Blue's post about his cool all original 63 truck, I thought maybe it would be cool to start a new thread for the purpose of only showing pics of "Patina trucks" in the group.
A Patina truck is a fairly newly coined expression used to describe trucks that still sport all their factory paint, or if not factory, at least old weathered paint that is still un-restored and hanging on. Patina trucks capture a glimpse of the past in a way we cannot replicate after a restoration by preserving the "war scars", fading and age that can only come from a long productive life. Because of this, and the low cost of ownership vs paying for a restoration, Patina trucks are bringing high-dollar prices, and public awareness and demand is skyrocketing.

I will start the thread with a couple pics of my own Patina truck, and then everyone who has one can chime in and add yours. Mine is a well preserved 2 owner 1964 2500 series "Camper Special" with 86K original miles I got from Ulysses Kansas a year or two back. Mine was sold new with a huge over-the-cab camper body on it, so the brand new never installed tailgate was stored in a dry barn from day 1 until 2009 when the camper was removed and it was finally installed on the truck. It came pretty highly optioned with power steering, power brakes, dealer A/C (currently off) 4 speed w/ 305E, Pow-R-Lok (positraction), bumper guards, custom cab equipment, deluxe heater, hazard switch and dual gas tanks. I added the plaid valve covers - couldn't resist

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Looking forward to seeing the other patina trucks you guys have - Steve
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Old June 20th, 2014, 08:53 PM
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Very nice find.. I'll post some pics next week. I still need to do some very basic maintenance as well as replacement of the tires. Hmmm. Maybe some new 24" rims..
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Old June 20th, 2014, 09:03 PM
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I really like that truck Steve. You have all seen my 65. It has a similar story as Steves truck. Here are a few shots
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Old June 21st, 2014, 12:11 AM
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Barry, looks like you have some nice options. Mine is very bare bones. Didn't even have a rear view mirror- side view only!!

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Old June 21st, 2014, 12:17 AM
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That's a great truck GMCNUT. It was even better to see it up close and personal at the show in Decatur!

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Got some primer on it, but does this count?


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Looking good Barry. So, the floor mat was that color originally? Mine was as well, but it tore to pieces when I pulled it out to tend to the rust underneath. Does anyone carry replacement floor coverings that color now?
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Old June 21st, 2014, 10:14 AM
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Only black on the new mats.
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Old June 21st, 2014, 04:01 PM
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love these truck Barry and aphaynes - ironic we all have light green colored ones of all things....I have my eye on a 1963 1500 series that is a Palomino Tan & white patina truck...guy wants a pretty penny for it, but its a big window custom cab w/ cool factory options automatic trans, power steering & power brakes and the uber rare factory clock.
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1960 1001 Custom Cab short wideside BBW, 305A V6, factory PB, Hood Jet, Radio and Hydramatic.

1962 K1000 4x4 short wideside, BBW, 305D w/ SM420, PTO Winch

1966 1001 Custom Cab short wideside, w/ super rare Sport Trim option interior (bucket seats)
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Old June 21st, 2014, 04:43 PM
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I really like that truck Steve. You have all seen my 65. It has a similar story as Steves truck. Here are a few shots
Thank you Barry - this is the truck I need a 3:42 gearset Dana 60 and speedo cable adaptor for - I can't remember if you told me I had to change the whole powerlock out or just get the correct ring and pinion to swap from 4:11 to 3:42?

If you have what I need to do this, shoot me what $$ to send you and I will get it on the way....thanks Barry
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1960 1001 Custom Cab short wideside BBW, 305A V6, factory PB, Hood Jet, Radio and Hydramatic.

1962 K1000 4x4 short wideside, BBW, 305D w/ SM420, PTO Winch

1966 1001 Custom Cab short wideside, w/ super rare Sport Trim option interior (bucket seats)
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Old June 21st, 2014, 05:14 PM
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I heard you cannot even get new mats at all now - Black nor any other color
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1966 1001 Custom Cab short wideside, w/ super rare Sport Trim option interior (bucket seats)
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My favorite kind of thread! These trucks wear some of their history. If only they could talk. Keep the pics and stories coming, great looking GMCs!

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