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eightbanger · 03-07-2013, 11:12 AM

Does anyone know for sure if the 55-65 arm rests will fit the 67-72 trucks?

Thanks.

nate_g_2003 · 03-07-2013, 11:17 AM

I would imagine you could make it work (with some new screw holes and fasteners) on 67-71 door panels, but it doesn't look like it would fit well on the molded plastic '72 door panels.

**special-K** · 03-07-2013, 11:34 AM

This is interesting. I'd like to see the comparison between all other two bolt armrests.

**GMCPaul** · 03-07-2013, 01:09 PM

Yes the 55-66 arm rests mounting holes are positioned the same as the 67-71 arm rest holes so you can install them on a 67-71 door panel. No new holes are needed.
paul Jr @ GMCPauls

Leftlane · 03-07-2013, 01:32 PM

Comparing both, it looks as though the earlier model would drop your elbow down a bit.
Might be more comfortable.
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**70cst** · 03-09-2013, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by GMCPaul

Yes the 55-66 arm rests mounting holes are positioned the same as the 67-71 arm rest holes so you can install them on a 67-71 door panel. No new holes are needed.
paul Jr @ GMCPauls

Thanks for the info ...

eightbanger · 03-07-2013, 01:38 PM

Thank you guys for the replies....looks like I'll be getting a pair of these then, I prefer the streamline look of this earlier style.

*Mister-B* · 03-08-2013, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by eightbanger

Thank you guys for the replies....looks like I'll be getting a pair of these then, I prefer the streamline look of this earlier style.

Just remember that the door panel underneath where your original arm rest mounted, may be scratched up and rubbed off, and where these older arm rests aren't as large, you may have some spots showing that you'll need to touch up if possible
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JohnT71 · 03-08-2013, 10:42 PM

Here is what they may look like.

*Mister-B* · 03-09-2013, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnT71

Here is what they may look like.

Yeah, you can see the outline of where the other arm rest used to be. I suppose they could try cleaning the door panel, in hopes that it'll match
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eightbanger · 03-09-2013, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Mister-B

Just remember that the door panel underneath where your original arm rest mounted, may be scratched up and rubbed off, and where these older arm rests aren't as large, you may have some spots showing that you'll need to touch up if possible
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Bare metal door panels here, so i'll be Ok...but it's a valid point for others to be aware of.

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Originally Posted by JohnT71

Here is what they may look like.

Thanks mate for posting the pic, they look just as I'd hoped....clean!

**special-K** · 03-08-2013, 09:26 AM

Good to know

03-07-2013, 11:12 AM	#1
eightbanger 454 MAKES IT ROAR Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Essex, U.K Posts: 2,701	Different Arm Rests? Does anyone know for sure if the 55-65 arm rests will fit the 67-72 trucks? Thanks. Attached Images __________________ Nigel. An American living in a British body. 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 10 454 "In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." - George Orwell "When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty" - Thomas Jefferson No more pain. 03.12.60 -- 12.28.10 http://www.youtube.com/Eightbanger

03-07-2013, 11:17 AM	#2
nate_g_2003 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gregory, TX Posts: 413	Re: Different Arm Rests? I would imagine you could make it work (with some new screw holes and fasteners) on 67-71 door panels, but it doesn't look like it would fit well on the molded plastic '72 door panels. __________________ -Nathan- 1972 GMC K2500 Suburban "The Project" 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT Z71 "The Daily Driver" 2005 Ford F150 Lariat SCrew 2WD "The Daily Driver" SOLD 1995 GMC Sierra C1500 SLE "The Daily Driver"SOLD 2003 Ford Ranger Edge 2DSC 2WD Flareside "The Daily Driver/Project"SOLD Last edited by nate_g_2003; 03-07-2013 at 11:18 AM. Reason: clarification

03-07-2013, 11:34 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Different Arm Rests? This is interesting. I'd like to see the comparison between all other two bolt armrests. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-07-2013, 01:09 PM	#4
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	Re: Different Arm Rests? Yes the 55-66 arm rests mounting holes are positioned the same as the 67-71 arm rest holes so you can install them on a 67-71 door panel. No new holes are needed. paul Jr @ GMCPauls __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

03-07-2013, 01:32 PM	#5
Leftlane Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 118	Re: Different Arm Rests? Comparing both, it looks as though the earlier model would drop your elbow down a bit. Might be more comfortable. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1971 C10 SWB 350/350 A/C PS PDB

03-07-2013, 01:38 PM	#7
eightbanger 454 MAKES IT ROAR Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Essex, U.K Posts: 2,701	Re: Different Arm Rests? Thank you guys for the replies....looks like I'll be getting a pair of these then, I prefer the streamline look of this earlier style. __________________ Nigel. An American living in a British body. 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 10 454 "In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." - George Orwell "When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty" - Thomas Jefferson No more pain. 03.12.60 -- 12.28.10 http://www.youtube.com/Eightbanger

03-08-2013, 10:42 PM	#9
JohnT71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Plainview Ar Posts: 82	Re: Different Arm Rests? Here is what they may look like. Attached Images __________________ "There's a force in the universe that makes things happen; all you have to do is get in touch with it. Stop thinking, let things happen, and be the ball." -Ty Webb

03-08-2013, 09:26 AM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Different Arm Rests? Good to know __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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