Salvage yard find - 63 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

70inline6 · 05-24-2013, 05:58 PM

I stopped in at my pick-a-part today and low and behold, they had a 'new' 63 for me to tear apart. It has a couple things I needed, like a speedo, and a lighter (knob)... but it also has a set of gun racks, the wiring and bracket for an AM radio (someone else already got that), and a deuluxe wheel/horn button. SCORE!

It also has the thin windshield trim I may try and get for one of you (My 60 has the fat trim). What's the easiest and safest (so I don't bend it) way to get the trim out of the seal?

There 's also a 64-66 (didn't look close for a SN) LB SS with pretty nice rear fenders and steps. Tail light assys look pretty good too.

Brad

1963c-10 · 05-24-2013, 11:14 PM

you have to remove the windshield to access the trim. it is installed in the gasket and installed at the same time the glass is set. once you have the winshield off, remove the 4 revel clips, then remove the trim. it will come out in 4 pieces, 2 upper/2lower
Posted via Mobile Device

1963c-10 · 05-24-2013, 11:16 PM

& nice score on the other parts. did it have a wiper w/washer? i need a harness from the washer to the switch
Posted via Mobile Device

70inline6 · 05-25-2013, 07:47 AM

Thanks, will have to take my windshield knife next time.

Nope, no washer stuff... I'd like to find that setup myself! lol Heres one on eBay though if you really, really want one... LINK.

**ChiefRocka** · 05-25-2013, 09:30 AM

What color was it ??

70inline6 · 05-25-2013, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

What color was it ??

UGLY! lol I want to say the 63 was originally blue, but it's paintbrush red now. Stepside was resprayed at some point ugly pea green....

I thought the Long Step bed was in great shape until I got around to the driver's side and looked. The front driver's side of the truck must have been low and out in the weather for a LONG time... the bed in front of the step is really rusted out bad. Fenders and steps are nice though.

Brad54 · 05-25-2013, 03:14 PM

If the windshield trim is cheap, I'd be interested. I'm looking for a set, or even one piece, for a project.

-Brad

70inline6 · 05-25-2013, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brad54

If the windshield trim is cheap, I'd be interested. I'm looking for a set, or even one piece, for a project.

-Brad

I'll see if I can get it out carefully Brad. They are closed until Tuesday now, and I won't be able to get back until next Saturday.

05-24-2013, 05:58 PM	#1
70inline6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pell City, AL Posts: 255	Salvage yard find - 63 I stopped in at my pick-a-part today and low and behold, they had a 'new' 63 for me to tear apart. It has a couple things I needed, like a speedo, and a lighter (knob)... but it also has a set of gun racks, the wiring and bracket for an AM radio (someone else already got that), and a deuluxe wheel/horn button. SCORE! It also has the thin windshield trim I may try and get for one of you (My 60 has the fat trim). What's the easiest and safest (so I don't bend it) way to get the trim out of the seal? There 's also a 64-66 (didn't look close for a SN) LB SS with pretty nice rear fenders and steps. Tail light assys look pretty good too. Brad

05-24-2013, 11:14 PM	#2
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Salvage yard find - 63 you have to remove the windshield to access the trim. it is installed in the gasket and installed at the same time the glass is set. once you have the winshield off, remove the 4 revel clips, then remove the trim. it will come out in 4 pieces, 2 upper/2lower Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

05-24-2013, 11:16 PM	#3
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Salvage yard find - 63 & nice score on the other parts. did it have a wiper w/washer? i need a harness from the washer to the switch Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

05-25-2013, 07:47 AM	#4
70inline6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pell City, AL Posts: 255	Re: Salvage yard find - 63 Thanks, will have to take my windshield knife next time. Nope, no washer stuff... I'd like to find that setup myself! lol Heres one on eBay though if you really, really want one... LINK.

05-25-2013, 09:30 AM	#5
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: Salvage yard find - 63 What color was it ?? __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

05-25-2013, 03:14 PM	#7
Brad54 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Athens, Georgia Posts: 1,458	Re: Salvage yard find - 63 If the windshield trim is cheap, I'd be interested. I'm looking for a set, or even one piece, for a project. -Brad __________________ '61 Suburban daily driver: off the road due to 180-pound 8-pt buck! '62 K-10 long-step project '61 C30 Camper, aka "Valdez" There's no cool like Old School

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.