Jimmy camper pics as promised. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 03:45 PM

Been a busy week but i finally got around to getting pics for those that asked from my other thread. The camper is a Ronco that was made in southern MN.
Story is that this is one of the first GMC jimmys sold in MN (1970) and the camper was put on shortly after. The original owner used it for hunting in colorado or wyoming i heard. He must have been a short guy to sleep in this thing.
Enjoy the pics

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 03:47 PM

More...

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 03:50 PM

And more. I am surprised the door panel doesn't have any insignia at the top? Both shifters are chrome also.

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 03:52 PM

More camper...

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 03:56 PM

Last. Wheels and tires are probably older than some reading this...Don't worry, i haven't gone far or fast on these tires. Couldn't go fast anyhow the way they ride!
And of course, the last pic is what happens after you try to enjoy it.

**72gmguy** · 07-24-2021, 04:02 PM

Very cool truck and camper! Love the slots too. I have a 70 blazer with a 4 wheel camper but mine has turbines.

morepwr · 07-24-2021, 05:55 PM

Cool rig!

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-24-2021, 06:12 PM

Is the bench seat bolted down in the sideways attitude?

**too much stuff** · 07-24-2021, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Is the bench seat bolted down in the sideways attitude?

No, it is just sitting there. Supposedly pulled out when fairly new and i needed a place to put it.

**Getter-Done** · 07-24-2021, 06:43 PM

Nice rig

The stickers on the Glovebox are funny

That sleeper above the cab gives a Whole new meaning to:
Curling up for a nap

.

**72 Super** · 07-24-2021, 08:36 PM

Eric, how did you come across this Jimmy? A very cool piece for sure.

Question on your slots. It appears that the lug holes have a ridge around them, meaning the lugs sit in a little. I have a set like this also. I was wondering what type of lug do they take?

Thanks,
Ray

lil hoodlum · 07-24-2021, 11:12 PM

Thank you for posting the pictures of the inside. Very interesting, I had been checking your other thread for updates. I too wonder how some people are able to sleep in these overhead campers as I can't stretch out comfortably on my bench seat in my 68 C10.

Looks like a cool set up regardless. Does the camper "top" replace the factory "Jimmy" top?

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-24-2021, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

No, it is just sitting there. Supposedly pulled out when fairly new and i needed a place to put it.

OK. Makes sense now. It would get in the way if you were camping. Is there a stove and a sink?

Dirt's72 · 07-25-2021, 09:27 AM

Is this a for sale thread? lol Is that original paint sure is shiny? That is my favorite color for these trucks. You have some thick woods around your place. Thanks for sharing the pics really cool.

**too much stuff** · 07-25-2021, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Getter-Done

Nice rig

The stickers on the Glovebox are funny

That sleeper above the cab gives a Whole new meaning to:
Curling up for a nap

.

Curling up indeed, i am 6'5"

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Originally Posted by 72 Super

Eric, how did you come across this Jimmy? A very cool piece for sure.

Question on your slots. It appears that the lug holes have a ridge around them, meaning the lugs sit in a little. I have a set like this also. I was wondering what type of lug do they take?

Thanks,
Ray

I bought a pair of NOS doors off craigslist about 3 hours away and got to talking with the owner. I also bought an NOS gmc gate from him. He asked if i had ever seen one before and i assumed it was a slide in type. I went to his place about 20 miles away and that was when i posted the first pics a few years back. It was not for sale at that time. Fast forward about 1/2 year, out of the blue, the guy needed money for something else he was doing and it was mine. I have put less than 10 miles on it since i have had it and the po but about 20 on it in the 20 years he had it.
I will try to look at the slot lug nuts.

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

OK. Makes sense now. It would get in the way if you were camping. Is there a stove and a sink?

There is a stove and sink laying in there, but not sure if they are correct for it.

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Originally Posted by lil hoodlum

Thank you for posting the pictures of the inside. Very interesting, I had been checking your other thread for updates. I too wonder how some people are able to sleep in these overhead campers as I can't stretch out comfortably on my bench seat in my 68 C10.

Looks like a cool set up regardless. Does the camper "top" replace the factory "Jimmy" top?

Yes, it replaces the jimmy top. It is bolted in place and uses a couple of the original mounting spots up front.

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Originally Posted by Dirt's72

Is this a for sale thread? lol Is that original paint sure is shiny? That is my favorite color for these trucks. You have some thick woods around your place. Thanks for sharing the pics really cool.

Appears to have had a re-paint at some point. It will need some paint and floor rust repaired at some point now.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-25-2021, 03:32 PM

It’s a great time capsule. Thanks for posting.

**too much stuff** · 08-29-2021, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72 Super

Eric, how did you come across this Jimmy? A very cool piece for sure.

Question on your slots. It appears that the lug holes have a ridge around them, meaning the lugs sit in a little. I have a set like this also. I was wondering what type of lug do they take?

Thanks,
Ray

Sorry this took so long. Hope the first pic helps you.

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

It’s a great time capsule. Thanks for posting.

Glad to share. Wish the old school slots weren't 16.5s, but they are really cool.

**too much stuff** · 08-29-2021, 10:20 PM

I got brakes again! Looks like it had a recent brake job done on it... 25+ years ago. Drums look good, lots of pad left, but this just proves what happens when things sit. (Refer to earlier pic)
New hoses, shoes, and wheel cylinders. Working decent now.

Time to upgrade wheels and tires i guess also. Had a set of 8.25x15 slots here and found a nice used set of 31x10.5x15 BFGs. Slowly becoming more roadworthy again...

**72 Super** · 08-30-2021, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by too much stuff

Sorry this took so long. Hope the first pic helps you.

Glad to share. Wish the old school slots weren't 16.5s, but they are really cool.

Eric, I appreciate the pics.

Thanks,
Ray

**too much stuff** · 08-30-2021, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72 Super

Eric, I appreciate the pics.

Thanks,
Ray

I did find out that my new slots, which are also quite old, have a 3/4" shaft as opposed to the 16.5 slots using a 7/8".
I used the lugs and washers from the 16.5s on the 15" slots and wasn't happy with how they tightened up. New lugs are on the way...

**Chevyland** · 08-30-2021, 11:43 PM

Such a cool piece of history !
Eric, have you, or anyone else, ever seen another
Or even heard of one ?

wild4wheels · 04-22-2022, 12:20 AM

That is flipping amazing- old post, I know, but thanks so much for posting

**too much stuff** · 04-25-2022, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by wild4wheels

That is flipping amazing- old post, I know, but thanks so much for posting

Glad you like it.
Hopefully off to the body shop soon for some new rocker boxes...

67RS/SSx2 · 08-29-2021, 10:28 PM

Wow, what a cool rig! I've never seen one like that. Thanks for sharing.

**C101972** · 08-29-2021, 11:10 PM

Very cool truck!! I love the slots also. Great buy.
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07-24-2021, 03:45 PM	#1
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Jimmy camper pics as promised. Been a busy week but i finally got around to getting pics for those that asked from my other thread. The camper is a Ronco that was made in southern MN. Story is that this is one of the first GMC jimmys sold in MN (1970) and the camper was put on shortly after. The original owner used it for hunting in colorado or wyoming i heard. He must have been a short guy to sleep in this thing. Enjoy the pics Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-24-2021, 03:47 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. More... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-24-2021, 03:50 PM	#3
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. And more. I am surprised the door panel doesn't have any insignia at the top? Both shifters are chrome also. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-24-2021, 03:52 PM	#4
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. More camper... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-24-2021, 03:56 PM	#5
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Last. Wheels and tires are probably older than some reading this...Don't worry, i haven't gone far or fast on these tires. Couldn't go fast anyhow the way they ride! And of course, the last pic is what happens after you try to enjoy it. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-24-2021, 04:02 PM	#6
72gmguy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brigantine NJ Posts: 821	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Very cool truck and camper! Love the slots too. I have a 70 blazer with a 4 wheel camper but mine has turbines. __________________ Jeremy 1969 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1971 Blazer partial 2wd convert 1972 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1970 Blazer 4x4 w/ 2 1/2in lift and 33in tires w/4 wheel camper 1970 4x4 suburban w/ 6in lift and 35in tires 1968 Corvette convertible 1970 Malibu convertible 1959 Brookwood wagon 1972 International Scout ii

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morepwr Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Ventura, Ca Posts: 206	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Cool rig! __________________

07-24-2021, 06:12 PM	#8
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,462	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Is the bench seat bolted down in the sideways attitude? __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

07-24-2021, 06:43 PM	#10
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,334	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Nice rig The stickers on the Glovebox are funny That sleeper above the cab gives a Whole new meaning to: Curling up for a nap . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

07-24-2021, 08:36 PM	#11
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,685	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Eric, how did you come across this Jimmy? A very cool piece for sure. Question on your slots. It appears that the lug holes have a ridge around them, meaning the lugs sit in a little. I have a set like this also. I was wondering what type of lug do they take? Thanks, Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White

07-24-2021, 11:12 PM	#12
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,729	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Thank you for posting the pictures of the inside. Very interesting, I had been checking your other thread for updates. I too wonder how some people are able to sleep in these overhead campers as I can't stretch out comfortably on my bench seat in my 68 C10. Looks like a cool set up regardless. Does the camper "top" replace the factory "Jimmy" top?

07-25-2021, 09:27 AM	#14
Dirt's72 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 1,106	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Is this a for sale thread? lol Is that original paint sure is shiny? That is my favorite color for these trucks. You have some thick woods around your place. Thanks for sharing the pics really cool.

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08-29-2021, 10:20 PM	#18
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,775	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. I got brakes again! Looks like it had a recent brake job done on it... 25+ years ago. Drums look good, lots of pad left, but this just proves what happens when things sit. (Refer to earlier pic) New hoses, shoes, and wheel cylinders. Working decent now. Time to upgrade wheels and tires i guess also. Had a set of 8.25x15 slots here and found a nice used set of 31x10.5x15 BFGs. Slowly becoming more roadworthy again... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

08-30-2021, 11:43 PM	#21
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