1973 Chevrolet 1/2 TON LONG WIDE C10 2Wd (131.5 " Wheel Base)
1973 was the first year of the new body style for the GM truck line. The new body style featured sculptured sides, squared-off wheel openings, 21% more glass area (with enclosed antenna), and a roomier cab with flow thru ventilation. The frame rail thickness was increased, the gas tank was moved out of the cab to the right-side frame rail, and a new energy absorbing steering shaft was added. Suspension wise, the wheelbase increased (2.5 inches for swb and 4.5 inches for lwb), front spring rates were reduced, a front stabilizer bar was added to improve ride and handling, front disc brakes were now standard, and the rear shock absorbers were staggered to reduce axle hop. New to the lineup was a factory crew cab (3+3) dooley, and a four door Suburban (67-72Â’s were three door). Engine wise, 1973 was the last year for the 307 V8 and the 454 now replaced the 402.