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CG · 05-25-2009, 02:13 PM

Ive been looking for a period correct camper to run on my K20. I found one through a buddy, but it comes with a 68 Chev camper special truck under it.

The only problem with the camper is that it is a little short for the bed. Gap between the camper and the back of the cab is pretty large..6-8 inches. I always thought all the long bed trucks were the same length between manufacturers. No?

Now as far as the truck goes...yes its an anniversary truck. It is really really rusty though. Hood, fenders, grill, support, rockers, corners, box even the power brake booster looks ready to rust through...LOL.

It does have an interesting add on though. The guy called it a gear splitter. Its made by Warn. Its a long shift arm that sits to the left of the four speed arm. Is this something that's worth having and would it work with the four speed on my K20. Is this kinda like having an overdrive..or just a lot more gears like the big rig guys have?

He's had this thing since 78 and never had the camper off. I asked if he still had the tailgate thinking this might be a hard to find take off tailgate. He had it and no it wasn't nice, very well used with toneau snaps even.

Im trying to figure out if this thing is worth having considering the camper is a weird size. Im thinking about a reskin anyway, might be able to close up the goofy gap. I have no idea what the frames of campers look like under the skin. Im assuming its wood.

Maybe the gear splitter is worth putting in my other truck?

Any comments or ideas?

ETsC10 · 05-25-2009, 03:37 PM

Length on the camper IS weird!

Might make a nice parts truck with the C&C package and
a nice large journal core motor.

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**LockDoc** · 05-25-2009, 04:28 PM

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Hey CG how would you trade this truck for your panel?

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=314291

Camper interior pics are on page 2...

LockDoc

CG · 05-25-2009, 04:37 PM

Well I do like the camper you have. And I did notice yours also sits back aways from the cab...interesting. I do have a good truck to put it on though. (My K20) And unfortunately I think (afraid to get the exact number) I'm into my panel around 6x what you paid for that set up

but you sure wouldn't think that to look at it....someday =)

stllookn · 05-25-2009, 06:03 PM

Mark, I saw that one on craigslist and was thinking about it...buy it so I won't have to...LOL!

**LockDoc** · 05-25-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

Well I do like the camper you have. And I did notice yours also sits back aways from the cab...interesting. I do have a good truck to put it on though. (My K20) And unfortunately I think (afraid to get the exact number) I'm into my panel around 6x what you paid for that set up

but you sure wouldn't think that to look at it....someday =)

CG,

I went out and measured mine and it measures 4" from the camper to the back of the cab, right at the top of the front bed panel.

Maybe I need to come to WA for an extended vacation and put that panel together for you...

LockDoc

CG · 05-25-2009, 06:43 PM

LOL..you're hired. Now if you wanna trade for one of the other cool cars you have =)

tcb-1 · 05-26-2009, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

Maybe I need to come to WA for an extended vacation and put that panel together for you...

LockDoc

Leon, can I tag along??

There has really been a lot of 50th's coming out of the woodwork lately.....

I'd love me a 50th, yepper!!

**LockDoc** · 05-26-2009, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by tcb-1

Leon, can I tag along??

There has really been a lot of 50th's coming out of the woodwork lately.....

I'd love me a 50th, yepper!!

Sure, the more the merrier... We would have to take a two vehicle trailer and bring home some of that Northwest Gold..

LockDoc

**68350** · 05-25-2009, 06:21 PM

It's a 50th! Pretty sure anyways, I see the 551 paint code!

stllookn · 05-25-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 68350

It's a 50th! Pretty sure anyways, I see the 551 paint code!

Yes it is...I think they are multiplying out here...LOL! It would be a nice addition to my collection but I really have to purge a few before I start bingeing again!

**Hart_Rod** · 05-25-2009, 07:02 PM

How's the interior? Do you think you will part it? I'm needing some correct stuff for the Big Block 50th I'm building for my son. LMK.

R

CG · 05-25-2009, 07:41 PM

Im pretty sure I stated it was an anniversary truck in the opening thread.

He wont part it and he wont separate anything. If a person wanted a 50th its almost the same as what I have already...a frame. Pretty much all the metal is shot. I asked him if they took it to the ocean alot...lol. The door panels are ok, the seat is a bench that isnt shot, but is so filthy it will need to be replaced.

Trust me guys if this truck was worth having I would have bought it on the spot. I asked him his rock bottom price and he only came down a hundred bucks. 1500 is way more than this truck is worth...you couldnt part it and make your money back. Ive been racking my pea brain all afternoon trying figure out a way to make it worth my while to pick it up.

No one has any thought on the gear splitter thingy?

**Hart_Rod** · 05-25-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CG

Im pretty sure I stated it was an anniversary truck in the opening thread.

He wont part it and he wont separate anything. If a person wanted a 50th its almost the same as what I have already...a frame. Pretty much all the metal is shot. I asked him if they took it to the ocean alot...lol. The door panels are ok, the seat is a bench that isnt shot, but is so filthy it will need to be replaced.

Trust me guys if this truck was worth having I would have bought it on the spot. I asked him his rock bottom price and he only came down a hundred bucks. 1500 is way more than this truck is worth...you couldnt part it and make your money back. Ive been racking my pea brain all afternoon trying figure out a way to make it worth my while to pick it up.

No one has any thought on the gear splitter thingy?

I just thought I would ask. All I really need is a couple of nice seatbelts (or covers) and a good dash pad. I've got a set of buddy buckets that I will have recovered like STLLOOKN did.

CG · 05-25-2009, 08:44 PM

What do 50th belts look like? Ill keep my eyes peeled for you. Heck I may have some myself. I know I have a set of visors...not perfect but not horrible.

**Hart_Rod** · 05-25-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

What do 50th belts look like? Ill keep my eyes peeled for you. Heck I may have some myself. I know I have a set of visors...not perfect but not horrible.

I think they are a little darker than the tan ones you find in most trucks. My visors are good, but my dash is cracked,

.

R/

**breeh** · 05-25-2009, 08:51 PM

I would seriously avoid any camper that old that has spent it's life in the Northwest. They are wood framed and everyone that I have ever seen is wasted. I learned the hard way

stllookn · 05-25-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by breeh

I would seriously avoid any camper that old that has spent it's life in the Northwest. They are wood framed and everyone that I have ever seen is wasted. I learned the hard way

I have to agree...I have looked at several of the OpenRoad motorhomes, that have the same construction, with the 2x2 wood frame covered with aluminum siding...they have all had dry rot and leak! Unless it has been kept in a barn or under cover...then it should be good.

stllookn · 05-25-2009, 09:01 PM

Hart_Rod, I have a set of 50th seatbelts that I promised to a new member c10_71. They are dirty but serviceable. If he decides he does not want them they are yours for shipping.

**Hart_Rod** · 05-25-2009, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

Hart_Rod, I have a set of 50th seatbelts that I promised to a new member c10_71. They are dirty but serviceable. If he decides he does not want them they are yours for shipping.

Thanks for the offer and let me know. You rock! You wouldn't happen to have a good big block radiator shroud would ya?

CG · 05-25-2009, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by breeh

I would seriously avoid any camper that old that has spent it's life in the Northwest. They are wood framed and everyone that I have ever seen is wasted. I learned the hard way

Yeah, Ive looked at several I know what your saying. He's had this one serviced many times. You can see where most of the trim has been taken off and resealed.

I looked at a really nice Avion a few months back, but when I stepped inside the floors were super bad. Ill just keep lookin.

1969 GMC · 05-26-2009, 05:29 PM

Doing a quick Google search, warn used to make an overdrive unit for jeeps and scouts, but I don't think they made anything for fullsize trucks. Are you sure the splitter was made by Warn?

**WorkinLonghorn** · 05-26-2009, 06:11 PM

I've seen lots of those old campers going for $1-300.Unless it's a real good example of a name brand ie. Lance etc. I would offer much less than he wants. Basically he will be lucky to sell it at all IMO.
That splitter sounds interesting though. If I was you I would pass if the truck is a rust bucket

CG · 05-26-2009, 08:09 PM

Yeah I finally did a google search on the splitter, spent about an hour reading stuff. It is a Warn.

Im am going to be taking a pass on the whole thing. There are some pretty good deals on campers. I just need to look harder, stllookn was kind enough to point one out I missed

05-25-2009, 02:13 PM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	68 I looked at today, questions Ive been looking for a period correct camper to run on my K20. I found one through a buddy, but it comes with a 68 Chev camper special truck under it. The only problem with the camper is that it is a little short for the bed. Gap between the camper and the back of the cab is pretty large..6-8 inches. I always thought all the long bed trucks were the same length between manufacturers. No? Now as far as the truck goes...yes its an anniversary truck. It is really really rusty though. Hood, fenders, grill, support, rockers, corners, box even the power brake booster looks ready to rust through...LOL. It does have an interesting add on though. The guy called it a gear splitter. Its made by Warn. Its a long shift arm that sits to the left of the four speed arm. Is this something that's worth having and would it work with the four speed on my K20. Is this kinda like having an overdrive..or just a lot more gears like the big rig guys have? He's had this thing since 78 and never had the camper off. I asked if he still had the tailgate thinking this might be a hard to find take off tailgate. He had it and no it wasn't nice, very well used with toneau snaps even. Im trying to figure out if this thing is worth having considering the camper is a weird size. Im thinking about a reskin anyway, might be able to close up the goofy gap. I have no idea what the frames of campers look like under the skin. Im assuming its wood. Maybe the gear splitter is worth putting in my other truck? Any comments or ideas? Attached Images __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Last edited by CG; 05-25-2009 at 02:16 PM.

05-25-2009, 03:37 PM	#2
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Length on the camper IS weird! Might make a nice parts truck with the C&C package and a nice large journal core motor. Yea!!! More Trucks More Trucks More Trucks More Trucks __________________ . Forum Guidelines and Rules Buying and Selling Code of Conduct Become a Board Supporter! Truck FAQ Ellen... the boards artsy-fartsy, eclectic, truck-lovin' gal-member...

05-25-2009, 04:28 PM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,647	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions - Hey CG how would you trade this truck for your panel? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=314291 Camper interior pics are on page 2... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-25-2009, 04:37 PM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Well I do like the camper you have. And I did notice yours also sits back aways from the cab...interesting. I do have a good truck to put it on though. (My K20) And unfortunately I think (afraid to get the exact number) I'm into my panel around 6x what you paid for that set up but you sure wouldn't think that to look at it....someday =) __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Last edited by CG; 05-25-2009 at 04:38 PM.

05-25-2009, 06:03 PM	#5
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Mark, I saw that one on craigslist and was thinking about it...buy it so I won't have to...LOL! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

05-25-2009, 06:43 PM	#7
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions LOL..you're hired. Now if you wanna trade for one of the other cool cars you have =) __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-25-2009, 06:21 PM	#10
68350 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Williston, ND Posts: 2,999	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions It's a 50th! Pretty sure anyways, I see the 551 paint code! __________________ 68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi

05-25-2009, 07:02 PM	#12
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,859	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions How's the interior? Do you think you will part it? I'm needing some correct stuff for the Big Block 50th I'm building for my son. LMK. R __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

05-25-2009, 07:41 PM	#13
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Im pretty sure I stated it was an anniversary truck in the opening thread. He wont part it and he wont separate anything. If a person wanted a 50th its almost the same as what I have already...a frame. Pretty much all the metal is shot. I asked him if they took it to the ocean alot...lol. The door panels are ok, the seat is a bench that isnt shot, but is so filthy it will need to be replaced. Trust me guys if this truck was worth having I would have bought it on the spot. I asked him his rock bottom price and he only came down a hundred bucks. 1500 is way more than this truck is worth...you couldnt part it and make your money back. Ive been racking my pea brain all afternoon trying figure out a way to make it worth my while to pick it up. No one has any thought on the gear splitter thingy? __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Last edited by CG; 05-25-2009 at 07:44 PM.

05-25-2009, 08:44 PM	#15
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions What do 50th belts look like? Ill keep my eyes peeled for you. Heck I may have some myself. I know I have a set of visors...not perfect but not horrible. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-25-2009, 08:51 PM	#17
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions I would seriously avoid any camper that old that has spent it's life in the Northwest. They are wood framed and everyone that I have ever seen is wasted. I learned the hard way __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

05-25-2009, 09:01 PM	#19
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Hart_Rod, I have a set of 50th seatbelts that I promised to a new member c10_71. They are dirty but serviceable. If he decides he does not want them they are yours for shipping. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

05-26-2009, 05:29 PM	#22
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Doing a quick Google search, warn used to make an overdrive unit for jeeps and scouts, but I don't think they made anything for fullsize trucks. Are you sure the splitter was made by Warn? __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

05-26-2009, 06:11 PM	#23
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions I've seen lots of those old campers going for $1-300.Unless it's a real good example of a name brand ie. Lance etc. I would offer much less than he wants. Basically he will be lucky to sell it at all IMO. That splitter sounds interesting though. If I was you I would pass if the truck is a rust bucket __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme. Last edited by WorkinLonghorn; 05-26-2009 at 06:14 PM.

05-26-2009, 08:09 PM	#24
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	Re: 68 I looked at today, questions Yeah I finally did a google search on the splitter, spent about an hour reading stuff. It is a Warn. Im am going to be taking a pass on the whole thing. There are some pretty good deals on campers. I just need to look harder, stllookn was kind enough to point one out I missed __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …



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