69 -71 vs. 72 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rigon4 · 03-01-2007, 12:29 PM

What is the difference between the 69-71 and the 72.
I know the doors are diff. but what is the diff?
And is there any other differences. thanks

jimmypop · 03-01-2007, 01:11 PM

The length!

Critter · 03-01-2007, 02:16 PM

There are a few small differences, most of the same stuff that changed with the trucks also changed with the K5. For instance, 72's had a rearview mirror glued to the windshield, the older models had it bolted to the metal frame above the windshield. The window cranks and door openers have a longer shaft to fit through the different door panels that came along in 72 (in other words, the newer panels are “thicker” and the hardware had to be lengthened). Then there is the additional screw on the inside of the doors that braced the vent windows, but I think some of the 71’s had them also. Oh, yeah, 71 had a black trim stripe around the grill, 72 was all chrome. There are other details from the 71 to 72 change, I’m sure more people will chime in and help out, those are just the most obvious to me. Maybe someone will even provide pictures.

bouncytruck · 03-01-2007, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmypop

The length!

All first Gen Blazers had the same length, width, height, etc.

All '72s had front disc brakes - they were optional in '71. Double wall top was also available in '72. Interior door panels were molded plastic. Seat patterns were different for 71-72.

**special-K** · 03-01-2007, 04:29 PM

Maybe he meant 69-71 is longer than 72.(5 spaces vs. two)

bouncytruck · 03-01-2007, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Maybe he meant 69-71 is longer than 72.(5 spaces vs. two)

Took me like 5 minutes to figure that one out. Sometimes, I'm just a bit slower than the rest.

Jtrux · 03-01-2007, 06:14 PM

I have a double wall top so I don't think it was just a 72 thing.

Critter · 03-01-2007, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I have a double wall top so I don't think it was just a 72 thing.

Yeah, but what does your glove box tag say? Doesn't it distinguish between double and single wall top, also color? Maybe I'm wrong.

**Steven B** · 03-01-2007, 06:46 PM

Gas filler neck,69-70 and 71-72, also throttle linkage 69-70 and cable 71-72,

**special-K** · 03-01-2007, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

Took me like 5 minutes to figure that one out. Sometimes, I'm just a bit slower than the rest.

Hey,I don`t know.Just my attempt to make sense from it (from left field).I really doubt that`s where he was coming from.

I think he got the cut-off year wrong and meant`73-up.Now I`m thinking of a Supremes song from the Motown days:Jimmy...Jimmy...oh Jimmypop when are ya coming back?

Welcome to the site,man.No body`s perfect,especially us misfits.(I should just speak for myself).

1969k10stepside · 03-01-2007, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

All first Gen Blazers had the same length, width, height, etc.

All '72s had front disc brakes - they were optional in '71. Double wall top was also available in '72. Interior door panels were molded plastic. Seat patterns were different for 71-72.

I was under the impression 71 is when all models came stock with disc brakes up front.Are the blazers different

jcfoote60 · 03-01-2007, 09:31 PM

Single wall tops were available on the second half run of the 72 model, double walls were used on them as well. from what I was told, GM was prepping for the 2nd gen Blazers who has the single wall design only

rigon4 · 03-01-2007, 09:43 PM

so can you use 72 door shells on a 71 2wd thanks

1969k10stepside · 03-01-2007, 09:47 PM

Yes,they can be used

pumpkin · 03-01-2007, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 1969k10stepside

I was under the impression 71 is when all models came stock with disc brakes up front.Are the blazers different

If your meaning all vehicles, they were different for each model. Some GM cars had disc as standard eqipment earlier than others. Nova and other similar vehicles didn't get away from drum brakes till 75, allthough it was an option.

1969k10stepside · 03-01-2007, 11:35 PM

I meant as in the trucks,burbs,blazers,and jimmys.

**special-K** · 03-01-2007, 11:57 PM

You`re right,Dustin...`71 for discs on all trucks,Burbs,Blazers,Jimmys,Panels,2 and 4wd.

03-01-2007, 12:29 PM	#1
rigon4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: east syracuse ny Posts: 371	69 -71 vs. 72 What is the difference between the 69-71 and the 72. I know the doors are diff. but what is the diff? And is there any other differences. thanks

03-01-2007, 01:11 PM	#2
jimmypop Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: so-cal Posts: 85	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 The length!

03-01-2007, 02:16 PM	#3
Critter Future TOTM Winner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bulverde, TX Posts: 2,692	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 There are a few small differences, most of the same stuff that changed with the trucks also changed with the K5. For instance, 72's had a rearview mirror glued to the windshield, the older models had it bolted to the metal frame above the windshield. The window cranks and door openers have a longer shaft to fit through the different door panels that came along in 72 (in other words, the newer panels are “thicker” and the hardware had to be lengthened). Then there is the additional screw on the inside of the doors that braced the vent windows, but I think some of the 71’s had them also. Oh, yeah, 71 had a black trim stripe around the grill, 72 was all chrome. There are other details from the 71 to 72 change, I’m sure more people will chime in and help out, those are just the most obvious to me. Maybe someone will even provide pictures. __________________ 72 Chevy CST K5 HIGHLANDER BLAZER Getting a 6.0,NV4500,NP205,14BFF (Currently laying all over the place in little pieces) 72 Chevy swb step-side "LS" 6.0 Here's a build thread of sorts 2002 HD2500 Crew Cab, 8.1L Allison 4x4 Daily Driver Check it out www.lsdyno.com Last edited by Critter; 03-01-2007 at 04:36 PM.

03-01-2007, 04:29 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 Maybe he meant 69-71 is longer than 72.(5 spaces vs. two) __________________ "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 ~

03-01-2007, 06:14 PM	#7
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 I have a double wall top so I don't think it was just a 72 thing. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

03-01-2007, 06:46 PM	#9
Steven B Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: LHC, AZ Posts: 385	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 Gas filler neck,69-70 and 71-72, also throttle linkage 69-70 and cable 71-72, __________________ 70 Jimmy 4x4 71 GMC 2500 Too bad stupidity isn't painful

03-01-2007, 09:31 PM	#12
jcfoote60 Active Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Idaho Posts: 263	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 Single wall tops were available on the second half run of the 72 model, double walls were used on them as well. from what I was told, GM was prepping for the 2nd gen Blazers who has the single wall design only

03-01-2007, 09:43 PM	#13
rigon4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: east syracuse ny Posts: 371	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 so can you use 72 door shells on a 71 2wd thanks

03-01-2007, 09:47 PM	#14
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 Yes,they can be used

03-01-2007, 11:35 PM	#16
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 I meant as in the trucks,burbs,blazers,and jimmys.

03-01-2007, 11:57 PM	#17
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 69 -71 vs. 72 You`re right,Dustin...`71 for discs on all trucks,Burbs,Blazers,Jimmys,Panels,2 and 4wd. __________________ "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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