Chevrolet Fleetside For Sale

HowStuffWorks Search HowStuffWorks and the web Video Podcasts Blogs Quizzes Games RSS Adventure Animals Auto Culture Entertainment Health Home & Garden Lifestyle Money Science Tech Auto Basics Auto Parts & Systems Auto Racing Buying & Selling Car Models Driving & Safety Fuel Efficiency Motorcycles Trucks Under the Hood Home > Auto > Trucks > Classic & Collectible > Chevrolet 1959 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickupby the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Print Cite Feedback E-mail This Facebook Digg This Yahoo! Buzz StumbleUpon TwitThis Reddit Share Recommend Cite This! Close Please copy/paste the following text to properly cite this HowStuffWorks article: the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide. "1959 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup" 17 October 2007. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1959-chevrolet-fleetside-pickup.htm> 12 December 2010. Car Parts Videos More Auto Videos » The sporty, jet-inspired 1959 Chevrolet Fleetside pickup was Chevrolet's answer to the fancy Ford Styleside pickups.Car buffs remember the flamboyant 1959 Chevy cars, with their batwing fins, cat's-eye taillamps, and a truck-lid, as veteran auto tester Tom McCahill noted, "big enough to land a Piper Cub."Classic Truck Image Gallery Chevrolet's Fleetside pickups took over in late 1958 from the Cameo Carrier as Chevy's sporty pickup. Pictured is a 1959 Chevrolet Fleetside pickup.See more classic truck pictures. Fewer remember that in 1959 Chevrolet built its seven-millionth truck, including this Apache Fleetside pickup, part of the "Task Force" fleet. Chevrolet pickups had been growing more civilized.In 1955, the Cameo Carrier had led Chevy forcefully into the sporty pickup race; in mid-1958 the Cameo was succeeded by the Fleetside, which applied its principle of full-width rear body styling to a more moderately priced truck. Designed mainly to rival the slick Ford Styleside line, the Fleetside's chief design feature was its "jet pod" side sculpture, terminating in round taillamps. It had the usual payload ratings, double-wall steel cargo box, and an ultra-wide tailgate.Conventional narrow-box pickups continued under the Stepside label, but it was the stylish Fleetside that generated the sales action. Quad headlamps and bolder grilles had come along in 1958.The 1959 body showed little change, though it suggested speed by exchanging its jet plane fender badges for missile-shaped pieces, and wore a bolder hood emblem. Two-toning was revised so the color break split along the character line, with upper body color on the chrome-trimmed side sculpturing and lower body color on rear cab roof posts.Power came from the veteran 235-cid six or 283-cid V-8. Transmissions were three-speed with and without overdrive, four-speed, and Hydra-matic. Positraction limited-slip differential was a new option.Standard wheelbase was still 114 inches, giving a 6.5-foot bed, but a 123-inch wheelbase with 8.3-foot bed was optional. Ford had the edge, with a full nine-foot box available.Enhancing this sturdy-looking pickup were unitized cab construction, a 1000-square-inch wraparound windshield, 18-inch steering wheel, coil-spring seats, and face-level ventilation."These," said Chevy, "are the best-looking truck cabs that ever came down the road!" Collectible Pluses for the 1959 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup Slick, up-to-date stylingGood performanceSound build qualityParts in good supplyA popular modelNot expensiveEasy on gas Collectible Minuses for the 1959 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup Fairly commonPerformance not appreciated For more great articles and pictures on new and classic trucks, see: Classic Trucks Ford Trucks Consumer Guide Auto Reviews and Prices VIDEO: Check out these videos about tires and 12 fundamental diesel engine videos.>> Related Ad Categories Search HowStuffWorks and the web Adventure Animals Auto Culture Entertainment Health Home & Garden Lifestyle Money Science Tech HOWSTUFFWORKS Adventure Animals Auto Culture Entertainment Health Home & Garden Lifestyle Money Science Tech MORE STUFF Blogs Games HSW Tools RSS Maps Podcasts Quizzes Newsletters Video OUR WEBSITES Animal Planet Consumer Guide Auto Consumer Guide Products Discovery Channel Discovery Health HSW Brazil HSW China Investigation Discovery Planet Green Science Channel TLC Discovery Education CUSTOMER SERVICE Advertising Contact Us Help CORPORATE About Us Careers @ Discovery Privacy Policy Visitor Agreement ©1998-2010 HowStuffWorks, Inc. Copyright © 2006-2010 Publications International, Ltd. HowStuffWorks.com CONTENT HowStuffWorks Web Slice 15 || Chevrolet C/K From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search This article needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding reliable references. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (July 2008) Chevrolet C/K Manufacturer General Motors Also called GMC C/K GMC Sierra Production 1960–2000 US 1965–2000 Canada 1964–2001 Brazil 1975–1982 Chile 1960–1978/1986–1994 Argentina Predecessor Task Force Successor Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra Class Full-size pickup truck Body style(s) 2-door regular cab 3-door extended cab 4-door crew cab Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive The C/K is the name for Chevrolet and GMC's full-size pickup truck line from 1960 until 1999 in the US, from 1965 to 1999 Canada, from 1964 through 2001 in Brazil, and from 1975 to 1982 in Chile. The first Chevrolet pickup truck appeared in 1924, though in-house designs did not appear until 1930. "C" denoted two-wheel drive while "K" denoted four-wheel drive. The C/K light-duty pickup truck was replaced with the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra in 1999 in the US and Canada, and 2001 in Brazil; the Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD heavy-duty pickup trucks followed in 2001. For the first Chevrolet C Series, made from 1911 to 1913, see Chevrolet Series C Classic Six, (the first Chevy). Contents 1 1960–1966 2 1967–1972 3 1973–1991 3.1 1981 3.2 Foreign production 3.3 Sidesaddle Fuel Tanks 4 1988–2000 4.1 454 SS 4.2 3500HD 5 Brazilian versions 6 See also 7 References 8 External links [edit] 1960–1966 First generation Also called C10/K10 C15/K15 C20/K20 C30 Production 1960–1966 Engine(s) 230 in³ (3.8 L) I6 236 in³ (3.9 L) I6 250 in³ (4.1 L) I6 261 in³ (4.3 L) I6 292 in³ (4.8 L) I6 305 in³ (5.0 L) V6 283 in³ (4.6 L) V8 327 in³ (5.4 L) V8 Wheelbase 115 in (2,921 mm) (short box) 127 in (3,226 mm) (long box) Chevrolet stepside Chevrolet C/K The 1960 model year introduced a new body style of light pick-up truck that featured many firsts. Most important of these were a drop-center ladder frame, allowing the cab to sit lower, and independent front suspension, giving an almost car-like ride in a truck. Also new for 1960 was a new designation system for trucks made by GM. Gone was the 3100, 3200, and 3600 designations for short 1/2, long 1/2 and 3/4-ton models. Instead, a new scheme would assign a 10, 20, or 30 for 1/2, 3/4, and 1-ton models. Since 1957, trucks were available from the factory as 4-wheel drive, and the new class scheme would make this known. A C (Conventional) in front of the series number would indicate 2-wheel rear drive while a K would denote 4-wheel drive. Actual badging on trucks still carried the series name system from the previous generation. The 10, 20, and 30 series (C or K) were badged as "Apache 10", etc. 40, 50, and 60 series trucks were badged as "Viking 40", and the largest 70, 80, and 90 series models were marked "Spartan 70" etc. in 1960, C/K trucks were available in smooth "Fleetside" or fendered "Stepside" versions. GMC called these "Wideside" and "Fenderside." Half-ton models were the C10 and K10 short-bed trucks, and C15 and K15 long-bed trucks. The 3/4-ton C20 and K20, as well as the one-ton C30, were also available. GMC did not use the "C" nomenclature, though their 4x4 versions had the "K" designation. The 1962 model used torsion bar front suspension, with trailing arm suspension rear. Trim lines were base and "Custom." Engines included the base GMC 305 in³ V6 for the GMC version, 135 hp (101 kW) 236 in³ (3.9 L) and 150 hp (112 kW) 261 in³ (4.3 L) straight-6s, and a 283 in³ (4.6 L) V8 with 185 hp (119 kW). A coil-spring front suspension came in 1963; along with a new base engine, a 140 hp (104 kW) 230 in³ (3.8 L) I6, and an optional 165 hp (123 kW) 292 in³ (4.8 L) I6. The cab was changed for 1964, with elimination of the "wraparound" windshield and a new front grille design, along with various interior changes. Air conditioning and a 220 hp (164 kW) 327 in³ (5.4 L) V8 came in 1965. A new base engine finished the model in 1966 with a 155 hp (116 kW) 250 in³ (4.1 L) I6. [edit] 1967–1972 Second generation Production 1967–1972 Assembly Atlanta, GA Baltimore, MD Pontiac, MI Flint, MI Tarrytown, NY Kansas City, MO St. Louis, MO Janesville, WI Norwood, OH Fremont, CA Oshawa, ON Buenos Aires, Argentina Engine(s) 250 cu in (4.1 L) I6 292 cu in (4.8 L) I6 283 cu in (4.6 L) V8 307 cu in (5 L) V8 327 cu in (5.4 L) V8 350 cu in (5.7 L) V8 396 cu in (6.5 L) V8 402 cu in (6.6 L) V8 Transmission(s) 3-speed manual 4-speed Muncie SM465 manual 2-speed Powerglide automatic 3-speed THM-350 automatic 3-speed THM-400 automatic Wheelbase 115 in (2,921 mm) (short box) 127 in (3,226 mm) (long box) 133 in (3,378 mm) (Longhorn) Length 188.5 in (4,788 mm) (short box) 207.75 in (5,277 mm) (long box) 213.75 in (5,429 mm) (Longhorn Fleetside) 217.75 in (5,531 mm) (Longhorn Stepside) 1968 GMC C/K Chevrolet C-10 stepside GMC C/K Chevrolet C-10 Cheyenne A new, more modern look came in 1967. It was with this revision of the C/K truck that General Motors began to market trucks as general transportation rather than as work vehicles and nothing else. The majority of 10 and 20 series Chevrolet trucks from 1967 to 1972 were built with a coil spring trailing arm rear suspension, which greatly improved the ride over traditional leaf springs. However, leaf spring rear suspension was still available on those trucks, and standard on 30 series trucks. GMC models came standard with leaf springs with coils springs optional; all four-wheel drive models (Chevrolet & GMC) had leaf springs on both axles. The standard drivetrain came with a 3 speed manual transmission and one of two engines; the 250 in³ straight-6 or the 283 cu in (4.6 L) V8. The optional transmissions were the 4 speed manual, the Powerglide and the Turbo-Hydramatic. The 292 in³ straight-6 and the 327 in³ V8 were the optional engines. The 1/2 ton trucks came with a 6 x 5.5" bolt pattern, the 3/4 and 1 ton trucks came with an 8 x 6" bolt pattern. In 1968, the 283 cu in (4.6 L) V8 was replaced with a 307 cu in (5 L) and a 310 hp (231 kW), 396 cu in (6.5 L) V8 was offered for the first time. The most visible change in differentiating a 1968 from a 1967 was the addition of side-marker reflectors on all fenders. Also, the small rear window cab was no longer available. The GMC grille was revised, with the letters "GMC" no longer embossed in the horizontal crossbar. Another note for restoration is that the front of the 1967-68 hood was slightly less (approx. 65 degree angle)sloped and without 67-68 fenders, the hood will not fit 1969–1972 models. Another addition was the Custom Comfort and Convenience interior package that fell between the Standard cab and CST cab options. 1968 was also the year that Chevrolet celebrated 50 years of truck manufacturing. Also in 1968 the 3/4 ton Longhorn model was added to the lineup. The Longhorns were designed with a strong 8½ foot box that could hold a big slide-in truck camper. 1969 saw a new V8 engine: a 255 hp (190 kW), 350 cu in (5.7 L). Along with the new engines came a new grille design for Chevrolet trucks and a more upright hood for both Chevrolet and GMC trucks. A utility variant known as the K5 Blazer was also introduced with a shorter wheelbase of 104 inches (2,642 mm). The GMC version, known as the Jimmy, was introduced the same year. Some internal cab changes were also made, most notably the switch from a hand-operated parking brake to a foot pedal, and a more modern looking 2-spoke steering wheel with plastic horn button replaced the previous year's 3-spoke wheel with chrome horn button. Also new this year was upper and lower side moldings, which added another two-tone paint option. These were standard on CST trucks, and optional in any other trim level. The only noticeable change for 1970 was a minor update to the Chevrolet grille. At first glance, the 1969 and 1970 grille appear identical. However, 1970's plastic inserts actually have highlights that break the appearance into 6 separate sections. Several changes occurred in 1971. First came another new grille design (the "egg crate") for Chevrolet trucks and black paint over portions of the GMC grille. Second, an additional trim package was introduced: the Cheyenne. On GMC models, this was referred to as the Sierra. These packages consisted mostly of comfort features — nicer interiors, more padding and insulation, carpet, chrome trim, and upper and lower side molding and tailgate trim. 1971 was the first year for AM/FM radios factory installed. Finally, the front brakes on all light-duty trucks were switched from drum brakes to disc brakes, resulting in much less brake fade under heavy use. While many prior C/K half-ton trucks had used a six-lug bolt pattern (6 x 5.5") for the wheels, two-wheel-drive models switched to a five-lug pattern (5 x 5" bolt circle) common to Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Cadillac passenger cars. The 1/2 ton 4 x 4 retained the 6 lug bolt pattern. This bolt pattern would remain the standard through the end of the C/K series (along with the Chevrolet/GMC vans). Also, Chevrolet changed the 396 V8 emblem designation to 400 V8. The change was only cosmetic, although the 396 was now known as the 402 V8. 1972 models were virtually identical to 1971 models with the only change being that the rear view mirror was glued to the windshield instead of being bolted to top of the cab, and metal or vinyl-covered flat door panels were no longer available; all trim level door panels were molded plastic with integral armrests and wood grain inserts on Cheyenne and Sierra trim levels. For restoration, it should also be noted that the door and window cranks were slightly longer due to the molded plastic door panels, and the vent windows were now secured with a single screw on the inside of the door, thus differentiating it from the 1971 model year. Engines Year 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 Inline 6 250 in³ 292 in³ 250 in³ 292 in³ 250 in³ 292 in³ 250 in³ 292 in³ 250 in³ 292 in³ 250 in³ 292 in³ V6 (GMC) 305 in³ 351 in³ 305 in³ 351 in³ 305 in³ V8 283 in³ 327 in³ 307 in³ 327 in³ 396 in³ 307 in³ 350 in³ 396 in³ 307 in³ 350 in³ 396 in³ 307 in³ 350 in³ 402 in³ 307 in³ 350 in³ 402 in³ Trim Levels (Chevrolet) Years Base Mid-level Top-line Special 1967-70 C/10 Custom/10 CST/10 1971 Custom/10 CST/10 Cheyenne/10 late 1971-72 CST/10 Cheyenne/10 Cheyenne Super Cheyenne Highlander A 10, 20, or 30 on the emblem indicates 1/2, 3/4, or 1 ton trucks. Trim Levels (GMC) Years Base Mid-level Top-line Special 1967-70 1500 Custom 1500 Super Custom 1500 1971 Custom 1500 Super Custom 1500 Sierra 1500 late 1971-72 Super Custom 1500 Sierra 1500 Sierra Grande 1500 Sierra Highlander 1500, 2500, and 3500 designations were used to indicate 1/2, 3/4, and 1-ton trucks. In both series, the 'Highlander package' included special color-coordinated houndstooth cloth inserts and additional trim colors and insulation. [edit] 1973–1991 Third generation Production 1973–1989 (2-door cab) 1973–1991 (4-door cabs) Assembly Atlanta, Georgia Baltimore, Maryland Pontiac, Michigan Flint, Michigan Tarrytown, New York Kansas City, Missouri St. Louis, Missouri Janesville, Wisconsin Norwood, Ohio Fremont, California Oshawa, Ontario Córdoba (Argentina) Arica, Chile (1975–1982) Engine(s) 250 cu in (4.1 L) I6 292 cu in (4.8 L) I6 262 cu in (4.3 L) V6 305 cu in (5 L) V8 350 cu in (5.7 L) V8 400 cu in (6.6 L) V8 454 cu in (7.4 L) V8 350 cu in (5.7 L) Oldsmobile Diesel V8 379 cu in (6.2 L) Detroit Diesel V8 Transmission(s) 3-speed THM-350 automatic 3-speed THM-400 automatic 4-speed 700R4 automatic 3-speed Saginaw manual 4-speed Saginaw Muncie SM465 manual 4-speed New Process overdrive manual manual Wheelbase 117.5 in (2985 mm) 131.5 in (3340 mm) 164.5 in (4178 mm) Facelifted GMC C/K GMC K3500 Sierra Classic In 1973 Chevrolet redesigned their trucks, bringing about the square body that ran 14 years. The wheelbase was extended to 117.5 in (2985 mm) for the short-bed and 131.5 in (3340 mm) for the long-bed. A crew cab was introduced on a 164.5 in (4178 mm) wheelbase and was available in two versions: a "Bonus Cab" with no rear seat but lockable storage, and a "3+3" with seating for 6. The fuel tank was moved from the cab to the outside of the frame, and a dual tank option was available which brought fuel capacity to 40 US gallons. Part-time four-wheel drive was available via a NP205 transfer case; a full-time all-wheel drive system using the NP203 transfer case was also available through 1980. Trim levels for Chevrolet and GMC were: Custom ('73-74)-Custom Deluxe ('75-87)/Sierra — base model. Rubber floor mat, white painted bumpers and (through 1977) hubcaps, patterned vinyl seats, no headliner, manual door locks/windows. Custom Deluxe ('73-74)-Scottsdale ('75-87)/Sierra Grande — chrome trim, cloth or pleated vinyl seats (a choice was offered) everything the previous trim level has Cheyenne/High Sierra — woodgrain ('73-77) or brushed aluminum ('78 up) interior accents, cloth seats, chrome trim, carpet, headliner, more sound deadening/insulation (inside door panels, in the headliner, etc.). Cheyenne Super ('73-74)-Silverado ('75-87)/Sierra Classic — Extra woodgrain interior accents ('73-77), everything the previous trim level has, more chrome (i.e. bumpers and mirrors), tilt wheel, power doors/windows, and optionally cruise control. For 1975, the 185 hp 400 cu in (6.6 L) small-block V8 was added to the line and there was a realignment of Chevy trim levels, along with new grilles, clear/white instead of orange front turn signals. Base models gained a passenger-side woodgrain dash accent and a new plaid upholstery pattern (which would change slightly each year until 1978). 1976 brought a new gauge to show voltage, it replaced the ammeter. And the engine size decals were removed from the grille during this model year. For 1977 there was another round of new grilles, revised inner door panels that left less metal exposed, a 4-wheel drive full one-ton chassis was added to the lineup and a Dana 60 was used for the front axle, as well as an electric oil pressure gauge replacing the mechanical unit. Trucks with an optional trim level but without an additional wheel upgrade received flatter stainless steel hubcaps, still with painted accents. 1978 saw the addition of the 125 hp 350 cu in (5.7 L) Oldsmobile diesel V8. All models got new, flatter dash trim panels, black on the lower two trims and aluminum-look on the fancier two. Base models received the flatter stainless hubcaps, and Stepsides got new squared-off taillights with built-in backup lights and side markers while the rear fenders were smoothed out where the old side markers were. 1979 models got a new grille surround that incorporated the turn signals; inside there was a new full-width "houndstooth" seat trim on base models and a (rare) fifth interior color option on the higher series called "oyster" by Chevrolet and "Mystic" by GMC (mostly white with a gray dash, carpeting and cloth). Some 1980 models had a new grille, others didn't: high-trim Chevys had both a new surround that incorporated near-flush square headlights and revised turn signals with a new, squarer grille pattern while a GMC base model was entirely carryover, base Chevys had the new center section in the 1979 surround while GMCs with uplevel trims or the separate RPO V22 option had the new square-light surround with the main grille introduced in 1977! Blue interiors were a darker shade than before, and cloth-upholstered deluxe models had a new seat fabric. [edit] 1981 The trucks were facelifted for 1981. This included a flatter grille, shorter hood, and across-the-board rectangular headlamps (vertically stacked with the V22 option, single for base models), which were now fitted with halogen bulbs as standard. Either way, turn signals were now mounted in the bumper. The dashboard was revised more heavily than it had been since 1973, with a more squared-off profile and a slight "sweep" into the door on the passenger side. The 305 cu in (5 L) small-block V8 was added to the options list, while the 400 was discontinued. Light-duty 4x4 trucks received automatic locking front hubs, and a lighter NP208 aluminum transfer case replaced the cast-iron NP205 and NP203. The NP205 remained in heavy-duty trucks but the all-wheel drive NP203 was completely discontinued. For 1982, the 151 hp 379 cu in (6.2 L) Detroit Diesel V8 was added[1] to replace the LF9 Oldsmobile diesel. The 700-R4 automatic overdrive transmission was introduced, and the Cheyenne package was dropped. Chrome front bumpers were now standard on base models. 1985 saw the new 262 cu in (4.3 L) LB1 introduced to replace both inline-six engines. Hydraulic clutches were introduced. A variation of the C/K series was introduced in 1985 in Brazil, replacing the locally-produced C10, introduced in 1964. TBI fuel injection was added for 1987. Also for 1987, GM changed the C/K nomenclature to R/V (this is found in the 5th VIN digit)[2]. This was done in preparation for the next generation GMT400 trucks, which were produced concurrently with the older line. The new 1988 model trucks entered production December 8, 1986 at Pontiac East, Oshawa, and the new Fort Wayne plant. The 1987 models continued to be built at Janesville, St. Louis, and Flint.[3] After 1987, R/V remained in use for the full ton 30/35 models, V30/35 regular cab dually, and crew cabs through 1991 (built at Janesville), and SUVs (Chevrolet K5 Blazer and Suburban, built at Flint) through 1991. From 1988 on C/K was used for the fourth generation "GMT400" design. 1979 GMC K15 Sierra Grande Regular Cab Short Bed Stepside Pre-facelift Chevrolet C/K Pre-facelift GMC C/K 1977 Chevrolet C/K Cheyenne [edit] Foreign production Sevel Argentina S.A. built the Chevrolet C10 in their Córdoba plant from 1985-91. The gasoline version utilized the Chevy 250 ci engine (4,093%nbsp;cc) familiar to most Latin American markets, producing 130 hp. Because of Sevel being a subsidiary of Peugeot's, the C10 was also available with a 70 hp Indénor XD2 2,304 cc diesel engine, perhaps best known in the US from the Peugeot 504. [edit] Sidesaddle Fuel Tanks The third generation of GM's full-size pickup line featured what became, well after production ended, a controversial design change. The fuel tank was relocated from the cab to outboard sides of one or both frame rails beneath the cab floor extending under the leading edge of the bed, commonly referred to as sidesaddle. This enlarged fuel capacity from 16 up to 40 gallons depending on wheelbase and the number of tanks. This also removed the tank from the passenger compartment. According to the now debunked 1993 report which aired on Dateline, this placement made the trucks capable of exploding when involved in a side impact accident[4]. The faked video was staged by expert witness against GM. Bruce Enz of The Institute for Safety Analysis used incendiary devices and a poorly fitting gas cap to create the impression of a dangerous vehicle[5]. Fatality figures vary wildly. A study by Failure Analysis Associates found 155 fatalities in these GM trucks between 1973 and 1989 involving both side impact and fire[6]. The Center for Auto Safety, Ralph Nader's lobbying group, claims "over 1,800 fatalities" between 1973 & 2000 involving both side impact and fire.[7] Other commentators noted that regardless of the any increased risk of fire, the GM trucks had statistically indistinguishable safety records in side-impact crashes from their Ford and Dodge equivalents, and were safer in all crashes than passenger cars in general.[8] In 1993 the bad publicity generated by the later debunked Dateline story spawned several class action lawsuits. As settlement GM offered owners $1000 coupons toward the purchase of a new truck with a trade-in of the old one. Even though the trucks met NHTSA 15 and 20 mph side impact crash test standards in place at the time of manufacture GM eventually settled with the NHTSA in 1994 for the amount of $51 million to be used for safety programs. The Fourth Generation (1988–2001) was designed and produced well before the lawsuits with one fuel tank inside the frame rails. [edit] 1988–2000 Fourth generation / GMT400 Also called GMC Sierra Production 1988–2000 Assembly Oshawa, Ontario Pontiac, Michigan Flint, Michigan Fort Wayne, Indiana Platform GMT400 Engine(s) 250 cu in (4.1 L) I6 (Brazil) 4.3 L V6 5.0 L V8 5.7 L V8 7.4 L V8 6.2 L diesel V8 6.5 L turbo diesel V8 Transmission(s) 3-speed THM-400 automatic 4-speed 700R4 automatic 4-speed 4L60-E automatic 4-speed 4L80-E automatic 4-speed manual 5-speed NV3500 manual 5-speed NV4500 manual Wheelbase 117.5 in (2985 mm) 131.5 in (3340 mm) 141.5 in (3594 mm) 155.5 in (3950 mm) Length 194.5 in (4940 mm) 213.1 in (5413 mm) 218.5 in (5550 mm) 237.4 in (6030 mm) Width 76.8 in (1951 mm) 77.1 in (1958 mm) Height 73.2 in (1859 mm) 72.6 in (1844 mm) Introduced in April 1987 as 1988 models (known as the GMT400 platform), there were eight different versions of the C/K line for 1988: Fleetside Single Cab, Fleetside Extended Cab, Fleetside Crew Cab, and Stepside Single Cab, each in either 2WD (C) or 4WD (K) drivelines. All C/K models would ride on independent front suspension. Three trim levels were available: Cheyenne, Scottsdale, and Silverado. Engines were a 160 hp (119 kW) 4.3 L V6, a 175 hp (130 kW) 5.0 L V8, a 210 hp (157 kW) 5.7 L V8 and a 6.2 L diesel V8. A 230 hp (172 kW) 7.4 L V8 was available in the 3/4-ton and one-ton trucks. In 1989, a half ton 2WD fleetside Sport appearance package was available with black and red bumper and body trim, and a black grille with red outlined Chevrolet emblem, chrome wheels with custom center caps, and fog lights. The 89 was a limited production run set to determine how well the "sport" package would be received by consumers in the years to follow. The Sport package was more of a trim and towing package edition as well as a few engine enhancements that weren't on available on other Chevrolet trucks of the time. Also in '89, the 4x4 sport appearance package included black bumper and body trim, wheel flares, mirrors, sport grille, 16" cast aluminum wheels and special "4x4" badging on the box and "SPORT" badged on the tailgate. The box and tailgate decals were flanked by red outlined Chevy bowties. The sport package was only offered from 1989 until 1992 as some insurance companies began to express concerns with the idea of a high performance truck. RPO code was BYP. This model was only available with the standard cab and regular fleetside box. Colors included white, black, and red. A Z71 off-road package was also available with skid plates and Bilstein shocks. The Work Truck (W/T) was also introduced in 1990, which featured a single cab long bed with Cheyenne trim and new grille with black bumpers. Also in 1990 the GMC 3500 EFI with a powerful 454 (7.4 L) was available. The 454 EFI produced 230 hp (172 kW) and 385 lb·ft (522 N·m). In 1991, the 4L80-E automatic transmission was available for the 3/4-ton and one-ton trucks. In 1992, the 4-speed manual transmission was dropped and the stepside trucks were available with extended cabs. The 6.5 L diesel V8 was also made available with a turbocharger. In 1993, the Sport package was made available for the stepside models, featuring body color bumpers, mirrors, and grille with cast aluminum wheels. The 700R4 transmission was replaced with the 4L60-E automatic in 1993 also. In 1994, the 6.2 L diesel V8 was dropped and the trucks received grille updates. In 1995, the trucks received an updated audio system and interior (including full instrumentation with tachometer standard). Four wheel ABS brakes were made standard in 1995 as well as driver's side airbag on 1/2 ton models. The Vortec V8s were introduced in 1996, with power boosts across the board for the gasoline engines. The Vortec V8's made between 255 to 290 horsepower, thanks to high-flow cylinder heads, new camshaft, roller valve lifters and a higher compression ratio. Speed sensitive steering was introduced on the trucks in 1997 along with a passenger side airbag. 1998 saw a revision to the steering wheel and airbag system and also the addition of the PASSLOCK II antitheft system. This platform was one of two where the traditional small-block Chevrolet V8 was last used (the G-series van was the last platform using the small block until the end of the 2002 model year). The GMT800 platform was introduced in 1999 although the GMT400 platform was produced until the 2000 model year in response to fleet sales. Although no longer produced in the U.S., GMT400s are currently produced in Brazil powered with a Chevrolet inline six. [edit] 454 SS In 1990, Chevrolet introduced a high performance variant of the GMT400 under the Super Sport emblem called the 454SS. It was available only as a 2WD half-ton regular cab short box in Onyx Black, White and even more rare; red. The 454SS was powered by a 454 cu in (7.4 L) V8 producing 230 hp (172 kW) and 385 lb·ft (522 N·m).[9] A 3-speed automatic transmission (Turbo Hydra-Matic 400) and 3.73 rear axle ratio added to the truck's performance. The suspension was also upgraded with 32 mm (1.3 in) Bilstein gas-filled shock absorbers, a 32 mm (1.3 in) front stabilizer bar, and 12.7:1 fast-ratio steering gear assembly. Unique exterior features included a front air dam with fog lights, special rims, decals displaying "454SS" on the bed sides, red trim emblems, and black painted grille, bumpers, and mirrors. The interior was also unique with a special plush Garnet Red cloth with black trim, high-back reclining sport bucket seats, and center console. For 1991 a four-speed electronic automatic transmission (known as the 4L80E) was added to the 454SS, 25 more horsepower, and even higher torque: 405 lbs/ft at 2400 rpm. The rear-axle ratio was also lowered to 4.10:1 for extra jolt off the line. On the dash was a tachometer, oddly omitted from 1990 models. MSRP of the 1990 model was US$18,295 with a US$550 destination charge. 16,953 total units were sold over the 4 years the 454SS was in production with 1990, the first year of production, selling 13,748 units alone. The 454SS was discontinued after the 1993 model year. Chevrolet 454SS 1991–1993 Chevrolet C/K 1500 regular cab 1988–1990 Chevrolet C/K conversion c. 1988–1990 K-Series brush truck near Tallahassee, Florida 1991–1993 Chevrolet C/K regular cab 1998 Chevrolet K2500 with Vortec 5700 and 4L80-E Chevrolet K2500 6.5 TurboDiesel with NV4500 Transmission Chevy K3500 Crew Cab "Dually" [edit] 3500HD GMC 3500HD Cab and Chassis with Dump Body In 1991 GM introduced a 15,000 pound GVWR truck 3500HD under the Chevrolet and GMC nameplates that was replaced by the 4500. It was marketed as a truck to bridge the gap between light duty trucks "pickup trucks" and medium duty trucks. The 3500HD was only offered as a standard chassis cab until 1996 when a crew chassis cab was also offered. It is not clear if the crew cab was for fleet orders only or if anyone could order it. An extended cab was never offered on the 3500HD, though several have been custom made by owners. All paint colors and all but the most deluxe cab options were offered in the 3500HD. Upper cab marker/clearance lights were not optional equipment on the 3500HD. The common drive axle used on the 3500HD was the Dana 80, an 85.8" wide full floating axle with an 11 inch ring gear fitted with 19.5" x 6.0 tires. There are rumors of Full Floating Dana 70 and Corporate 14 Bolt axles with upgraded axle tubes and hubs being installed. The front axle was a solid I-beam drop axle, similar to the axles of medium and heavy duty trucks. Both front and rear leaf spring axles had disc brakes. Available wheelbases were; 135.5", 159.5", and 183.5". The 3500HD frames are very different from the C3500 cab and chassis. The C3500 and 3500HD rear frame rails are spaced at industry standard 34" for easy fitment of bodies but that is where the similarity ends. The HD frame is much heavier and exits straight out behind the high mounted cab necessitating the unmistakable HD filler panel between the bumper and grille. The front fenders were also equipped with the same flares used on 4x4 models of the lighter trucks to cover the increased track width and larger tires. Two transmissions were offered in the 3500HD; the 4L80E 4spd OD automatic, and the NV4500 5spd manual. The C/K prefixes were not used by the factory on 3500HD models as GM never offered a 4x4 version, so the 2WD was simply known as 3500HD instead of C3500HD. Several aftermarket conversion companies offered a 4x4 version with either a Dana 60 or Dana 70 front axle. At least one company, Monroe Truck, was offered by GM dealers as a ship-through 4WD upfit using the RPO code VCB. Tulsa is another company that did 4x4 conversions for utility companies. Quigley conversions were mostly for fire/ambulance applications. Engines 1991-2000 Engine offerings for the 3500HD included three gasoline engines; from 1991-1995 5.7L 350 Small Block and 7.4L GEN V Big Block. In 1996 both the 5.7 and GEN V 7.4 were replaced by the new Gen VI 7.4L Vortec Big Block. The RPOL65 6.5L Turbo Diesel was not available till 1993. The 6.5 was the only diesel engine offered for the entire production run of the T400 3500HD. Engines 2001–2002 While all other C/K pickup models were dropped by 2000, the 3500HD was produced until 2002 due to demand. In the brochures it is referred to as Sierra Classic/Silverado Classic. There were two engine choices; The 8.1L Vortec Big Block replaced the Gen VI 7.4L Vortec Big Block and the venerable 6.5L Turbo Diesel. [edit] Brazilian versions This section may require cleanup to meet Wikipedia's quality standards. Please improve this section if you can. The talk page may contain suggestions. (December 2007) A 1974 Veraneio A variant of the C/K family was introduced in Brazil during the 1960s. These used the instrument cluster from the 1960-66 US Chevrolet C/K series although the exterior sheet metal layout is exclusive to Brazil. The models built included a light truck, named C-10, and a SUV named Veraneio (initially known simply as Chevrolet C-14/16), introduced in 1964. They were initially powered with a Chevrolet 4.2-liter inline six based on the pre-1962 "Stovebolt" engines. Later they used the 250-cid 4.1-liter engine from Chevrolet Opala. In later years a four-cylinder diesel (Perkins Q20B) was also offered labeled as D-10 (light truck only). An alcohol-powered version of the C-10 was offered beginning in the 1981, dubbed the A-10. After 1985, a redesigned pickup similar to the U.S. C/K series (1973-87 vintage) was introduced as the C-20, powered with the 250-cid inline six of the U.S. Chevy II/Nova. Diesel and alcohol versions were also sold, labeled as D-20 and A-20 respectively (later models of the D-20 replaced the Perkins Q20B with a Maxion S4). The original version of the Veraneio was kept in production until 1988 (model year 1989), but it was eventually replaced with an updated version based on the C-20 family. In 1997 GM introduced in Brazil the Silverado pickup with the same style of the 1988 American pickup. It was made until 2001. The line-up included a SUV named Grand Blazer. The 4.1-liter inline six engine with 138 hp was offered on both models with option for a MWM 4.2-liter turbodiesel unit with 168 hp. [edit] See also Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra Chevrolet S-10 / GMC Sonoma [edit] References ^ 1979–1984 GM parts book LT Truck 52A Rev84.1 PG33 ^ "1981–1987 Chevrolet Truck VIN#'s decoded and deciphered - Chuck's Chevy Truck Pages". Chuckschevytruckpages.com. http://www.chuckschevytruckpages.com/81-87VIN.html. Retrieved 2009-05-07.  ^ Ward's Automotive Yearbook 1987. Ward's Communications, Inc. 1987. pp. 99, 247.  ^ Walter Olson (1993-02-28). "Walter Olson home page - The Dubious "Experts" Behind TV Crash Tests (Washington Post, 2/28/93)". Walterolson.com. http://walterolson.com/articles/wpexperts.html. Retrieved 2009-05-07.  ^ Walter Olsen (February 28, 1993). "Exposing the "Experts" Behind the Sexy Exposés: How Networks Get Duped by Dubious Advocates". Washington Post.  ^ "Case: Side Saddle Gas Tanks". Wadsworth.com. http://wadsworth.com/philosophy_d/templates/student_resources/0534605796_harris/cases/Cases/case49.htm. Retrieved 2009-05-07.  ^ "History of the GM Side Saddle Gas Tank Defect | The Center for Autosafety". Autosafety.org. http://www.autosafety.org/article.php?scid=94&did=504. Retrieved 2009-05-07.  ^ Walter Olsen (February 9, 1993). "The Most Dangerous Vehicle On the Road". Washington Post.  ^ Auto Editors of Consumer Guide. "1990–1991 Chevrolet 454 SS". HowStuffWorks.com. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1990-1991-chevrolet-454-ss.htm. Retrieved 2009-05-29.  [edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Chevrolet C/K The scandal of punitive damages. Titled: "The Most Dangerous Vehicle On the Road", Wall Street Journal, February 9, 1993, By Walter Olson v • d • e Chevrolet, a division of General Motors, light truck timeline, United States market, 1950s–1970s — next » Type 1950s 1960s 1970s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SUV K5 Blazer K5 Blazer Suburban Suburban Suburban Suburban Suburban Pickup LUV Advance Design Task Force C/K C/K C/K El Camino El Camino El Camino El Camino El Camino Van Van Van Beauville v • d • e « previous – Chevrolet, a division of General Motors, light truck timeline, United States market, 1980s–present Type 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Mid-size crossover Equinox Equinox Full-size crossover Traverse Compact SUV Tracker Tracker Mid-size SUV S-10 Blazer Blazer TrailBlazer TrailBlazer Full-size SUV K5 Blazer Blazer Tahoe Tahoe Tahoe Suburban Suburban Suburban Suburban SUT Avalanche Avalanche Coupe utility El Camino Sports pickup SSR Compact pickup LUV S-10 S-10 Mid-size pickup Colorado Full-size pickup C/K C/K Silverado Silverado Minivan Lumina APV Venture Uplander Van Astro Astro Van Express Beauville v • d • e GMC, a division of General Motors, light truck timeline, United States market, 1980s–present Type 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Mid-size crossover Terrain Full-size crossover Acadia Mid-size SUV S-15 Jimmy Jimmy Typhoon Envoy Envoy Full-size SUV K5 Jimmy Yukon Yukon Yukon Suburban Suburban Yukon XL Yukon XL Coupé utility Caballero Compact pickup S-15 Sonoma Sonoma Syclone Mid-size pickup Canyon Full-size pickup C/K Sierra Sierra Sierra Van Safari Safari G-Series Savana || The ( mostly ) American cars page Chevrolet Fleetside 1980 I was looking for a conventional Chevy truck preferably for all-year-round use when I saw this one. I wasn't looking for a truck for cargo hauling, but simply because I happen to like American vehicles, the more massive the better. The previous owner had put some effort in this truck when he had shortened the whole truck including the frame to the specs of the shortbed model. Modifications and the paint job guarantee that you don't have to try to remember where it was you parked your truck in a crowded parking lot. The truck had been in summer use since it was rebuilt in '93 and I saw no point in breaking that tradition while the body had a very good paint. This truck proved to be quite reliable and the performance was decent. The only thing I disliked was the suspension, which tended to find all the bumps in the road. Suspension modifications and wide tires might also have contributed to this. Chevrolet Fleetside 1980 Technical Information Some pictures of the Chevrolet ( 50-80kB each ) Front view Side view Side view Rear view Rear view, tailgate down 275 Remington on a chrome wheel Engine compartment The 'Rocket' V8 with air cleaner off Instrument panel Interior Highly unofficial drag racing results TTMK kiihtyy 2000 The event was organised by TTMK and driven at the University's parking lot. The distance was 200 meters (abt. 1/8 mile) and the timing was manual. My time (11.0 @ 104 km/h (65 mph) ) was driven with transmission in "D" position and with about 1500 starting rpms. Last modified on 11.01.03 (dd.mm.yy) || SPECIALIST IN ORIGINAL VINTAGE ADVERTISEMENTS home us grading shipping map rare faq tv ads 1969 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup Description: 1969 Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup Truck original vintage advertisement. Photographed in vivid color. B & W Color Photo Illustrated Size: Full Page 10 inches x 13 inches 25 cm x 33 cm Country: USA Grading: Excellent Price: US Funds $17.70 Worldwide Delivery Included - #001608 Web AdClassix.com home ---us --- grading --- shipping --- site map --- rare --- faq --- tv ads © 2010 AdClassix.com. All rights reserved. || [?] Subscribe To This Site 1970 C10 Chevrolet Fleetside Pick-Up - $1,500 - Gordonsville, Virginia by Albert Fincham (Gordonsville, Va. U.S.A.) 1970 C10 Chevrolet Fleetside Pick-Up This truck has 161,892 original miles on the chassis and has a "NAPA" long block four bolt main 350 c.i. engine with 35,000 miles. It has a three speed (three on the tree) manual transmission. It has a four barrel carburetor, electronic distributor, five blade automatic cooling fan, and a triple core radiator. It has duel exhaust with seamless mufflers. It has an "ALL STAR" bed liner with locking tool caddy. It has a "LEER" camper top with ladder rack, and locking rear window. It has a rear step bumper, with two inch trailer hitch ball, 1,500 pound rear overload springs and duel front and rear recovery hooks. The seat, door panels, and padded dash are olive green expanded vinyl. The driver's side seat needs repair. The exterior paint is two tone olive green and white. The truck is in need of bodywork on the rear quarter panels, cab corners, rocker panels, and driver's side door. It has been maintained as close to factory stock as possible. It would make a great show truck. I have owned and driven the truck for the last thirty years. I am asking $1,500 for my truck. My name is Albert Fincham. You can call me at 540-832-3281 or e-mail me at ejan.fincham@yahoo.com.Classifieds | Events | Attractions | Fun Stuff | Home | Privacy Policy Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Classic Trucks.