Cruise Control? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CrashBob · 12-10-2009, 06:00 PM

Now that I have my '67 C20 dialed in and running good, I'm thinking about adding an aftermarket cruise control. Who has done this and what type did you use?
I'm running a small block with a 700r4 trans and 4:56 locker rear end.

CrashBob

mattieroo · 12-10-2009, 06:05 PM

A guy in my hometown who customizes trucks installed a full cruise unit out of a similar year (1967-1972 I assume) Chevrolet car into his 1971 shortbox C-10 that looks just as FACTORY as I would ever imagine! I have been wondering if anyone else could chime in on that idea or parts needed to make it look like it was always there.

Fastfun · 12-10-2009, 06:31 PM

Try this site

http://www.rostra.com/cruise-control.htm

OhOneWS6 · 12-10-2009, 07:50 PM

Mine has cruise. It looks like a dealer add on from when the truck was new. I'll snap some pics of it shortly. I have had is disconnected for a while since the diaphragm is toast and my speedo cable was bouncing. I have no idea how this info will be helpful to you but there it is.

The cable with the white end is from the cruise.

OhOneWS6 · 12-10-2009, 08:59 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=373133

**71blksuper4x4** · 12-10-2009, 09:42 PM

OhOneWS6- that's exactly like the same setup I just found in a junkyard on a 72, which has been believed was a 73-74 only setup, but I still think this has to be a 72 dealer installed unit as well. Trevor

mrein3 · 12-10-2009, 10:01 PM

I purchased an Audiovox aftermarket system from JC Whitney for less than $100 quite a few years ago. It works good. I do have to disconnect it this time of year to make room for my underhood hydro pump for my plow but since I don't drive the truck on the road in the winter (salt) that doesn't bother me having it disconnected.

I really like having cruise control for longer trips.

I don't have any photos spicifically of the cc unit on this computer but I have a few from unrelated posts. You can barely see the control unit I hung knee-knocker style under my dash and the ball chain piece on my carb that is held by vacuum when I turn it on.

OhOneWS6 · 12-10-2009, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

OhOneWS6- that's exactly like the same setup I just found in a junkyard on a 72, which has been believed was a 73-74 only setup, but I still think this has to be a 72 dealer installed unit as well. Trevor

That's cool that you have seen another one just like it. My guess would be it was installed on a 72 year model truck after the 73 units came out. Maybe someone returned to the dealer at a later date or, like I did with my 07, it was purchased after the next model year was already on the lots. Pretty cool either way.

ChevLoRay · 12-10-2009, 11:19 PM

Back in the day, the "Worlds Largest Store" had an auto center. It was Sears, okay? I was laid off from the job I eventually had to retire from but Sears was hiring and I needed a job. This was in '76. They sold and installed an aftermarket cruise control that attached to the turn signal lever...piggyback style. I'm sure you "older" folks will remember them.

Rokcrln · 12-11-2009, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Fastfun

Try this site

http://www.rostra.com/cruise-control.htm

I will second this one as I have it in LowBuk with over 16K miles so far and it works great. They also have a very good tec line when needed. I will be using one in my son's F-1 down the road.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

12-10-2009, 06:00 PM	#1
CrashBob Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Utica Nebraska Posts: 244	Cruise Control? Now that I have my '67 C20 dialed in and running good, I'm thinking about adding an aftermarket cruise control. Who has done this and what type did you use? I'm running a small block with a 700r4 trans and 4:56 locker rear end. CrashBob __________________ "Life is all about ass. You're either covering it,laughing it off, kicking it, kissing it, busting it or trying to get a piece of it.

12-10-2009, 06:05 PM	#2
mattieroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Charter Oak, IA Posts: 77	Re: Cruise Control? A guy in my hometown who customizes trucks installed a full cruise unit out of a similar year (1967-1972 I assume) Chevrolet car into his 1971 shortbox C-10 that looks just as FACTORY as I would ever imagine! I have been wondering if anyone else could chime in on that idea or parts needed to make it look like it was always there.

12-10-2009, 06:31 PM	#3
Fastfun Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 615	Re: Cruise Control? Try this site http://www.rostra.com/cruise-control.htm

12-10-2009, 07:50 PM	#4
OhOneWS6 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 764	Re: Cruise Control? Mine has cruise. It looks like a dealer add on from when the truck was new. I'll snap some pics of it shortly. I have had is disconnected for a while since the diaphragm is toast and my speedo cable was bouncing. I have no idea how this info will be helpful to you but there it is. The cable with the white end is from the cruise. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 1/2 LWB White/Dark Yellow 07 Avalanche 2LT 74 Sleek Craft Rebel Jet Boat W/Pontiac 400 Last edited by OhOneWS6; 12-10-2009 at 08:14 PM.

12-10-2009, 08:59 PM	#5
OhOneWS6 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 764	Re: Cruise Control? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=373133 __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 1/2 LWB White/Dark Yellow 07 Avalanche 2LT 74 Sleek Craft Rebel Jet Boat W/Pontiac 400

12-10-2009, 09:42 PM	#6
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,155	Re: Cruise Control? OhOneWS6- that's exactly like the same setup I just found in a junkyard on a 72, which has been believed was a 73-74 only setup, but I still think this has to be a 72 dealer installed unit as well. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

12-10-2009, 10:01 PM	#7
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,253	Re: Cruise Control? I purchased an Audiovox aftermarket system from JC Whitney for less than $100 quite a few years ago. It works good. I do have to disconnect it this time of year to make room for my underhood hydro pump for my plow but since I don't drive the truck on the road in the winter (salt) that doesn't bother me having it disconnected. I really like having cruise control for longer trips. I don't have any photos spicifically of the cc unit on this computer but I have a few from unrelated posts. You can barely see the control unit I hung knee-knocker style under my dash and the ball chain piece on my carb that is held by vacuum when I turn it on. Attached Images __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

12-10-2009, 11:19 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Cruise Control? Back in the day, the "Worlds Largest Store" had an auto center. It was Sears, okay? I was laid off from the job I eventually had to retire from but Sears was hiring and I needed a job. This was in '76. They sold and installed an aftermarket cruise control that attached to the turn signal lever...piggyback style. I'm sure you "older" folks will remember them. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.



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