Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**MusicMan70** · 04-16-2011, 12:10 AM

I had recently bought this 1970 GMC Sierra Grande LB in January with the plan to haul around band equipment. My initial intention was to put a tonneau cover for security, but I got this 1973 Vacationeer Camper top instead.

My truck had a slide-in camper which I did not want. It did serve to keep the woodbox in pretty good condition though, and that was what I wanted to continue doing. I found this guy selling this one from a 1973 GMC Sierra Grande 454 108,000 miles; both purchased new in 1973 by the original owner. The new owner who got this '73 GMC did not like the look of the Camper Top/cap/shell.

His wood box was in awesome condition and I have included some pics of this exchange from one generation to another, or if you will or, a hand-me-down.
I like the look, and feel it gives my truck a retro-type look as well as keeping the woodbox in it's present state; Old Guy maybe, but das me. HenryJ

**MusicMan70** · 04-16-2011, 12:14 AM

Here are some more pics of the Top...Only took three of us to move it over.
It has tempered glass all around and sliding side-windows. Also the back window opens like an old garage door. Visibilty is quite good.

**MusicMan70** · 04-16-2011, 12:23 AM

Last few pics...the holes on the sides; front and back, were for a boat rack.
I have no plans to connect the two. I just recently installed the original back window which had been off and connected to the original slide-in camper. I like being able to reach between and clean the windows. You can see the top does not stick up very much over the top of the cab.
If anyone has info on these Vacationeer tops or this company; flyers or promo ads, please let me know. Thanks for lookin...HenryJ

Shawn5488 · 04-16-2011, 12:20 AM

I would love to get my hands on all the nice trucks out there! I dont think you guys know how good you have it!

bigblock73 · 04-16-2011, 12:39 AM

I'd love to find a topper like that! Serious.

doctrouble · 04-16-2011, 01:09 AM

Have to say.. that is a pretty SWEET shell

also like you mentioned.. i'm diggin the retro style

72freak · 04-16-2011, 06:31 AM

I love the "old man" look. I try to always have a vintage topper for every truck I own. I even have one in stock for a longhorn.

jitteryguy · 04-16-2011, 06:32 AM

when my boys were young I alway's drove a van, they always said I look'd like an old man in it, so welcome to the club !

Altec · 04-16-2011, 01:07 AM

Wasn't this thread just moved from the 67-72 area? Haha.

Love the '70!

Pop's C-10 · 04-16-2011, 07:56 AM

I like tha way tha back window folds in..

cam.man67 · 04-16-2011, 08:11 AM

That topper is awesome! I'd love to find one of my own.

sjarrett71 · 04-16-2011, 10:43 AM

Nice!!

Sicklajoie · 04-16-2011, 11:01 AM

Sweet!

Steve Hafner · 04-16-2011, 11:46 AM

. . . and it kept that original wood bed in PERFECT condition.

**MusicMan70** · 04-16-2011, 12:03 PM

Yes, the '73 this topper came out of and the picture IS representative of what the entire bed looked like. The original owner had layers of old newspaper on the bed and covered it with some carpet.

Here's a pic of my woodbox and how it looked when I got it this past January. I also found a date code of (9 69)...pretty sure that's what it is...
I'd at least like to maintain this. So yes....I enjoy the Wood!

stealthy '69 · 04-19-2011, 07:06 AM

It's perfect!! Now I gotta find one for mine.
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Longhorn Man · 04-19-2011, 08:10 AM

now you can register your truck as a non comercial (screwed up cali laws)

SoCalCars · 05-02-2011, 10:29 AM

Henry - I think your truck looks as good with the camper on as mine does without.

I am going to be putting this truck up for sale, any suggestions on where to list it?

I have posted a lot of photos, not sure if it's ok to post that link?

Robert

**leddzepp** · 05-02-2011, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalCars

Henry - I think your truck looks as good with the camper on as mine does without.

I am going to be putting this truck up for sale, any suggestions on where to list it?

I have posted a lot of photos, not sure if it's ok to post that link?

Robert

Welcome to the board Robert! I would put my truck on Craigslist first as it is free to list there. If you become a subscribing member here ($25 a year) you can also post here in the trucks for sale section.

**leddzepp** · 05-02-2011, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

now you can register your truck as a non comercial (screwed up cali laws)

I would keep it registered as a commercial vehicle, that way if there are ever any retroactive smog laws enacted, you will still be exempt.

**MusicMan70** · 05-02-2011, 11:43 AM

Hey Robert!

Nice to hear from you again and Welcome.

As far as registration, it only cost me $15 dollars to register. Somehow the nice lady at triple AAA got the impression I was a family member of the original owner?!...hmmnnn, I wonder how?
Thanks Ledzepp for that heads up; I have no plans to change it from commercial status.

badpeanut · 05-05-2011, 12:53 AM

Seeing the C-clamps securing your topper, can I recommend these? They look cleaner and don't loosen up like C-clamps. My topper is not era correct like yours, but I'm much happier since I upgraded to these.

**MusicMan70** · 05-05-2011, 01:50 AM

Hey BP,

Yes those clamps were only
temporary. I did purchase the
exact ones you pictured and
they make for a cleaner install.
I have 5 per side. Keep the volume
cranked to 10 and thanks for the heads
Up...!
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**special-K** · 05-05-2011, 07:50 AM

Nice find! And two really cool California get outta town trucks. I'd love to find a period correct topper for my '72. Years ago I had a Winnebago one with woodgrain strip and dark bubbled and one jalousey (crank out slats) window on each side. The hatch had a bubble window,too,and it was paneled/insulated...and heavy! Yours is cool with an overhead-type door. That's gotta add some weight. How does she ride now? Better?

**MusicMan70** · 05-05-2011, 08:38 AM

Hey Tim,

As I recall the, the ride was bouncy with nothing in the back. Now with the added weight of the topper, it does seem to be smoother.
SpecialK, I know you have lots of auto literature; got any on these Vacationeers?
Thanks!
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04-16-2011, 12:10 AM	#1
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. I had recently bought this 1970 GMC Sierra Grande LB in January with the plan to haul around band equipment. My initial intention was to put a tonneau cover for security, but I got this 1973 Vacationeer Camper top instead. My truck had a slide-in camper which I did not want. It did serve to keep the woodbox in pretty good condition though, and that was what I wanted to continue doing. I found this guy selling this one from a 1973 GMC Sierra Grande 454 108,000 miles; both purchased new in 1973 by the original owner. The new owner who got this '73 GMC did not like the look of the Camper Top/cap/shell. His wood box was in awesome condition and I have included some pics of this exchange from one generation to another, or if you will or, a hand-me-down. I like the look, and feel it gives my truck a retro-type look as well as keeping the woodbox in it's present state; Old Guy maybe, but das me. HenryJ Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

04-16-2011, 12:14 AM	#2
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Here are some more pics of the Top...Only took three of us to move it over. It has tempered glass all around and sliding side-windows. Also the back window opens like an old garage door. Visibilty is quite good. Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban Last edited by MusicMan70; 04-16-2011 at 12:44 AM.

04-16-2011, 12:23 AM	#3
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Last few pics...the holes on the sides; front and back, were for a boat rack. I have no plans to connect the two. I just recently installed the original back window which had been off and connected to the original slide-in camper. I like being able to reach between and clean the windows. You can see the top does not stick up very much over the top of the cab. If anyone has info on these Vacationeer tops or this company; flyers or promo ads, please let me know. Thanks for lookin...HenryJ Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban Last edited by MusicMan70; 04-16-2011 at 12:45 AM.

04-16-2011, 12:20 AM	#4
Shawn5488 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Central IN Posts: 87	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. I would love to get my hands on all the nice trucks out there! I dont think you guys know how good you have it!

04-16-2011, 12:39 AM	#5
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04-16-2011, 01:09 AM	#6
doctrouble Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: L.A. California Posts: 82	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Have to say.. that is a pretty SWEET shell also like you mentioned.. i'm diggin the retro style __________________ "Feel it's not a bonfire unless they can see it from space?" ~ Capt. Morgan 1970 Cst - 20 402 1984 Chevy C30 6.2L Diesel crew cab Dualie

04-16-2011, 06:31 AM	#7
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04-16-2011, 06:32 AM	#8
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04-16-2011, 01:07 AM	#9
Altec Getcha Pull Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: MD Posts: 691	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Wasn't this thread just moved from the 67-72 area? Haha. Love the '70! __________________ '81 K10 454/SM465 '86 S10 Blazer '95 H-D Softail '96 Integra

04-16-2011, 07:56 AM	#10
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04-16-2011, 08:11 AM	#11
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04-16-2011, 10:43 AM	#12
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04-16-2011, 11:01 AM	#13
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,499	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Sweet! __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

04-16-2011, 11:46 AM	#14
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. . . . and it kept that original wood bed in PERFECT condition. Attached Images __________________ . . . . Life is short . . . we only have, right now. . . . . My 70 C-10's BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475526

04-16-2011, 12:03 PM	#15
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Yes, the '73 this topper came out of and the picture IS representative of what the entire bed looked like. The original owner had layers of old newspaper on the bed and covered it with some carpet. Here's a pic of my woodbox and how it looked when I got it this past January. I also found a date code of (9 69)...pretty sure that's what it is... I'd at least like to maintain this. So yes....I enjoy the Wood! Attached Images __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban



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04-19-2011, 08:10 AM	#17
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. now you can register your truck as a non comercial (screwed up cali laws)

05-02-2011, 10:29 AM	#18
SoCalCars Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N. Tustin, CA Posts: 4	Here's the '73 with the Camper removed! Henry - I think your truck looks as good with the camper on as mine does without. I am going to be putting this truck up for sale, any suggestions on where to list it? I have posted a lot of photos, not sure if it's ok to post that link? Robert Last edited by leddzepp; 05-02-2011 at 11:23 AM.

05-02-2011, 11:43 AM	#21
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Hey Robert! Nice to hear from you again and Welcome. As far as registration, it only cost me $15 dollars to register. Somehow the nice lady at triple AAA got the impression I was a family member of the original owner?!...hmmnnn, I wonder how? Thanks Ledzepp for that heads up; I have no plans to change it from commercial status. __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-05-2011, 12:53 AM	#22
badpeanut Not a bad nut after all.. Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: ND Posts: 1,759	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Seeing the C-clamps securing your topper, can I recommend these? They look cleaner and don't loosen up like C-clamps. My topper is not era correct like yours, but I'm much happier since I upgraded to these. Attached Images __________________ '05 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 '72 GMC LWB 4x2 driver '72 Chevy LWB 4x4 plow truck '71 Blazer 4x4 driver '70 GMC LWB trailer

05-05-2011, 01:50 AM	#23
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Hey BP, Yes those clamps were only temporary. I did purchase the exact ones you pictured and they make for a cleaner install. I have 5 per side. Keep the volume cranked to 10 and thanks for the heads Up...! Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

05-05-2011, 07:50 AM	#24
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Nice find! And two really cool California get outta town trucks. I'd love to find a period correct topper for my '72. Years ago I had a Winnebago one with woodgrain strip and dark bubbled and one jalousey (crank out slats) window on each side. The hatch had a bubble window,too,and it was paneled/insulated...and heavy! Yours is cool with an overhead-type door. That's gotta add some weight. How does she ride now? Better? __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 11-16-2011 at 07:30 AM.

05-05-2011, 08:38 AM	#25
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Yep, I joined the OMC...Ol Man's Club. A Vintage Topper. Hey Tim, As I recall the, the ride was bouncy with nothing in the back. Now with the added weight of the topper, it does seem to be smoother. SpecialK, I know you have lots of auto literature; got any on these Vacationeers? Thanks! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

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