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cheyenne402 · 04-13-2006, 07:10 PM

Has anyone ever seen a 67-72 Chevy 1/2 ton with a big block, air conditioning, and three-on-the-tree?

I was just wondering. That's what my 1971 cheyenne is. I even have the build sheet. It is all there, except I added power brakes and power steering for drivabilty.

NO LONGER DISTURBED KONCEPTZ · 04-13-2006, 07:36 PM

Sounds like a speical order truck. I seen one with a 402 and an automatic. I wanted to get it but I couldn't come up with the money. I was like 17 when I saw it last.

**special-K** · 04-13-2006, 07:45 PM

I bought a`68 short Fleetside in Virginia.Two brothers ordered identical trucks:
Red/White top/Red interior,Custom,a/c,396,3spd,posi,buddy seat,tach,p/b,and manual steering.

**pound41** · 04-13-2006, 08:46 PM

When you start getting into Big Blocks in 1/2 most are special order. My dad order a 72 1/2 ton step 402/turbo 400 411 posi No power steering / Black exterior and interior. No rear bumper. Poverty hubcaps No one wanted to order it at first but he found a guy who knew how to work the papers

Longhorn Man · 04-14-2006, 02:10 AM

That may have been special ordered but it is nothing too special. The 3 speed is the base tranny even on a big block truck.
That 402/TH400 is run of the mill big block stuff there.

J Y Dog · 04-14-2006, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

That may have been special ordered but it is nothing too special. The 3 speed is the base tranny even on a big block truck.
That 402/TH400 is run of the mill big block stuff there.

yep RPO runs right over a lot of peoples heads.In those days get out the option /order sheet and your money... those were the days!

Jim

**jerry moss** · 04-14-2006, 09:55 PM

these trucks were ordered very strange sometimes, there's a 72 suburban here in town with p-s, p-b, tilt, a-c, and buckets--all on the glove box and it has an idiot light insturment panel. i've seen a couple of big block/3 speed trucks but not too many. even seen a few big block/4 speed (granny box) trucks.
there used to be a 72 cheyenne super shortbed stepside here that was probably the most loaded truck i've ever seen, p-s, p-b, a-c, tilt, tach, am/fm, buckets, posi, black on black, really sweet truck and it was all on the build sheet. i had a chance to buy it once but was short on cash at the time, i've kicked myself in the a$$ ever since.

55454 · 04-14-2006, 07:04 AM

So is it true that a BB 3 on the tree comes with a small hump floor?

Thanks Tommy

Longhorn Man · 04-14-2006, 01:56 PM

yep.

cheyenne402 · 04-14-2006, 04:37 PM

Yes 402-Three speed comes with low floor hump.

J Y Dog · 04-14-2006, 06:50 PM

Ihave a 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom ,402 3 onnna tree,A/C, PB,no P/S. LWB HD rear springs.Non guage dash.You'd think whoever ordered it would of at least got P/S and and auto trans.

However it was the first time I ever saw one of these trucks with a rubber floormat that wasn't black.

Jim

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-14-2006, 07:26 PM

Good information to add to my every growing list of board knowledge

Longhorn Man · 04-14-2006, 10:40 PM

A lot of ppl think that some options are automatic with upscale packages... my old blue longhorn was a CST, chrome rear bumper, 350/th350, p/s, p/b, A/C, AM radio... and dummy light guages. had so many ppl tell me it wasn't original...yet, it was.

**special-K** · 04-15-2006, 06:51 AM

Since a true 4-on-the-floor wasn`t available and automatics hadn`t yet become the top choice in racing back then,alot of guys prefered the 3spd.With a powerful motor the tall gearing launched you off the line and on down the track quick.You don`t think Hurst came out with floor shifters just to replace worn column shift likage do you?Alot of guys liked the way 2nd "Really winds-out!"

Rod · 04-15-2006, 09:18 AM

I came across a 3/4 ton with a BB and 3 speed standard trans on the column shift.....he was selling too...down in Alabama a few years back......Jimmy or or his brother Johnny...my bud and I still laugh a little when we found that one. They knew they had something.

04-13-2006, 07:10 PM	#1
cheyenne402 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Owosso, Michigan Posts: 783	Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Has anyone ever seen a 67-72 Chevy 1/2 ton with a big block, air conditioning, and three-on-the-tree? I was just wondering. That's what my 1971 cheyenne is. I even have the build sheet. It is all there, except I added power brakes and power steering for drivabilty.

04-13-2006, 07:36 PM	#2
NO LONGER DISTURBED KONCEPTZ Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 257	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Sounds like a speical order truck. I seen one with a 402 and an automatic. I wanted to get it but I couldn't come up with the money. I was like 17 when I saw it last.

04-13-2006, 07:45 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? I bought a`68 short Fleetside in Virginia.Two brothers ordered identical trucks: Red/White top/Red interior,Custom,a/c,396,3spd,posi,buddy seat,tach,p/b,and manual steering. __________________ "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 ~

04-13-2006, 08:46 PM	#4
pound41 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,268	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? When you start getting into Big Blocks in 1/2 most are special order. My dad order a 72 1/2 ton step 402/turbo 400 411 posi No power steering / Black exterior and interior. No rear bumper. Poverty hubcaps No one wanted to order it at first but he found a guy who knew how to work the papers

04-14-2006, 02:10 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? That may have been special ordered but it is nothing too special. The 3 speed is the base tranny even on a big block truck. That 402/TH400 is run of the mill big block stuff there.

04-14-2006, 09:55 PM	#7
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,915	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? these trucks were ordered very strange sometimes, there's a 72 suburban here in town with p-s, p-b, tilt, a-c, and buckets--all on the glove box and it has an idiot light insturment panel. i've seen a couple of big block/3 speed trucks but not too many. even seen a few big block/4 speed (granny box) trucks. there used to be a 72 cheyenne super shortbed stepside here that was probably the most loaded truck i've ever seen, p-s, p-b, a-c, tilt, tach, am/fm, buckets, posi, black on black, really sweet truck and it was all on the build sheet. i had a chance to buy it once but was short on cash at the time, i've kicked myself in the a$$ ever since. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

04-14-2006, 07:04 AM	#8
55454 55454 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lafayette La. Posts: 340	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? So is it true that a BB 3 on the tree comes with a small hump floor? Thanks Tommy __________________ 72 Cheyenne 1956 3100 1955 210 19 year old Chihuahua (Factory Teeth)

04-14-2006, 01:56 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? yep.

04-14-2006, 04:37 PM	#10
cheyenne402 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Owosso, Michigan Posts: 783	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Yes 402-Three speed comes with low floor hump.

04-14-2006, 06:50 PM	#11
J Y Dog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: asheville, NC Posts: 63	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Ihave a 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom ,402 3 onnna tree,A/C, PB,no P/S. LWB HD rear springs.Non guage dash.You'd think whoever ordered it would of at least got P/S and and auto trans. However it was the first time I ever saw one of these trucks with a rubber floormat that wasn't black. Jim

04-14-2006, 07:26 PM	#12
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Good information to add to my every growing list of board knowledge __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

04-14-2006, 10:40 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? A lot of ppl think that some options are automatic with upscale packages... my old blue longhorn was a CST, chrome rear bumper, 350/th350, p/s, p/b, A/C, AM radio... and dummy light guages. had so many ppl tell me it wasn't original...yet, it was.

04-15-2006, 06:51 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? Since a true 4-on-the-floor wasn`t available and automatics hadn`t yet become the top choice in racing back then,alot of guys prefered the 3spd.With a powerful motor the tall gearing launched you off the line and on down the track quick.You don`t think Hurst came out with floor shifters just to replace worn column shift likage do you?Alot of guys liked the way 2nd "Really winds-out!" __________________ "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 ~

04-15-2006, 09:18 AM	#15
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	Re: Rare 1971 Cheyenne 402 Bb? I came across a 3/4 ton with a BB and 3 speed standard trans on the column shift.....he was selling too...down in Alabama a few years back......Jimmy or or his brother Johnny...my bud and I still laugh a little when we found that one. They knew they had something.



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