1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-30-2012, 06:01 PM

Guys, I saw this on ebay and it is a super nice truck, but it looks fishy to me. I've never seen a factory built dually Longhorn. It could be real, but this thing is too nice to be virgin untouched. I'm thinking parts of this truck have been repainted, mainly the outside and the inside of the bed. The engine looks too nice and has painted exhaust manifolds and doesn't look original. My biggest thing that make the truck appear not OE to me are the wheel tub extensions. I'd think they'd match the OE's by having the crease in them. Maybe this was a conversion truck? What do you guys think? It is still a very nice truck.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevr...item2c6711b401

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-30-2012, 06:02 PM

More pictures.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-30-2012, 06:21 PM

Check out the cargo lamp. It looks too far to the left to me.

**Bill72** · 07-30-2012, 06:32 PM

Been for sale for a long long time. SPID does not show the dually conversion. Shows many signs of a restoration. Is it claimed to be a restoration or original paint etc.? Either way it is beautiful.

Blazerman proved he's a much faster typer than me.

BLAZERMAN · 07-30-2012, 06:28 PM

I posted this truck on the board probably about 8 monthes ago...it has been on EBAY countless times since then. Its not an original dual wheel longhorn...none were ever built that I have seen any evidence of. If you notice nowhere on the SPID does it mention "Dual wheel Conv", even 133" 1 ton C&C trucks that are dual wheel will have this listed on the SPID. If the factory were to have built one I would think they would have started with a C/30 Longhorn and added the "Dual Wheel Conversion"...but like I said I dont believe any were ever built. It is a nice truck though..just not what the saleman is stating!

terry b · 07-30-2012, 06:38 PM

She look's like she could pull.

**Joesjunk** · 07-30-2012, 07:13 PM

Very good looking truck, but not factory. They did a very good job of making it a dually

**LockDoc** · 07-30-2012, 07:15 PM

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Fantasy truck. Member 72Freak built one.

LockDoc

**70cst** · 07-30-2012, 07:21 PM

I would call that a tastefully done Tribute truck.

**LockDoc** · 07-30-2012, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 70cst

I would call that a tastefully done Tribute truck.

You are right about that Dewayne. I would love to build one.

LockDoc

71HUGGER396 · 07-30-2012, 08:16 PM

Tat'spurty1

big mike71 · 07-31-2012, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

You are right about that Dewayne. I would love to build one.

LockDoc

I will look forward to seeing it at the 2013 All Truck Nats.

doubleb's69 · 07-30-2012, 09:16 PM

It sure is a clean truck. I like the color combo.

Sicklajoie · 07-30-2012, 10:19 PM

I'd love to have that truck in my garage!

ls1nova71 · 07-31-2012, 12:27 AM

Seems like they spent alot of money on it, but then decided painting the grille surround silver was a good idea???

Steve Hafner · 07-31-2012, 08:41 AM

. . . .

Here are a few SPIDS from some dual rear wheel trucks:

1. 68 C-30 ( notice that the option numbers aren't in alphabetical order, like most are )

2. 71 Wrecker

3. 72 with a camper shell

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67ChevyRedneck · 07-31-2012, 08:46 AM

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The wood bed in the truck is in phenomenal condition, and would have came wih this series truck, but it shows so well, I cannot believe it is original.

I believe that's because it's not original... all original wood beds were painted body color.

It looks like a nicely restored truck to me. I can't imagine a LONGHORN being bought back in the day "when a truck was a truck" and it was never used as a truck?

I also don't see any chalk numbers on the firewall.

It's a little fuzzy, but I also remember something about a lot of overspray being on the underside of original hoods (body color on the black.)

Even if you remove the "low miles unrestored" thing, that's easily a 20K truck. I'd love to have it.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2012, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I believe that's because it's not original... all original wood beds were painted body color.

It looks like a nicely restored truck to me. I can't imagine a LONGHORN being bought back in the day "when a truck was a truck" and it was never used as a truck?

I also don't see any chalk numbers on the firewall.

It's a little fuzzy, but I also remember something about a lot of overspray being on the underside of original hoods (body color on the black.)

Even if you remove the "low miles unrestored" thing, that's easily a 20K truck. I'd love to have it.

I agree!

**StingRay** · 01-12-2022, 11:30 AM

My factory original 69 GMC 920 Sierra Grande Longhorn had a black floor. Dad bought it new and it was my first vehicle.

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I believe that's because it's not original... all original wood beds were painted body color.

It looks like a nicely restored truck to me. I can't imagine a LONGHORN being bought back in the day "when a truck was a truck" and it was never used as a truck?

I also don't see any chalk numbers on the firewall.

It's a little fuzzy, but I also remember something about a lot of overspray being on the underside of original hoods (body color on the black.)

Even if you remove the "low miles unrestored" thing, that's easily a 20K truck. I'd love to have it.

**fine69** · 07-31-2012, 07:24 PM

I love this truck.

Color is awesome.

I could see me towing with this.

He is just a little mis-informed. But what the heck.

It is sweet.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2012, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by fine69

I love this truck.

Color is awesome.

I could see me towing with this.

He is just a little mis-informed. But what the heck.

It is sweet.

Isn't this color called Grape Whine or something like that? It is a really nice color and you don't see it very often.

Mayo · 07-31-2012, 08:41 PM

very nice rig, but I prefer it when duallys have the wide fenders.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-01-2012, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Mayo

very nice rig, but I prefer it when duallys have the wide fenders.

I'm the other way. I think these look the best IMO. Almost tucked in there and it looks mean!

70K10Hunter · 08-01-2012, 02:00 AM

I think it looks *****en, I need one.

70K10Hunter · 08-01-2012, 02:07 AM

this is totally a doable build, find a later 74ish up 1ton running gear, if memory serves me well 1tons had the same type front suspension setup as the 2wd trucks, or just use a 1ton chassis and drop the body on it. anyway you slice it, it is cool.

07-30-2012, 06:01 PM	#1
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Guys, I saw this on ebay and it is a super nice truck, but it looks fishy to me. I've never seen a factory built dually Longhorn. It could be real, but this thing is too nice to be virgin untouched. I'm thinking parts of this truck have been repainted, mainly the outside and the inside of the bed. The engine looks too nice and has painted exhaust manifolds and doesn't look original. My biggest thing that make the truck appear not OE to me are the wheel tub extensions. I'd think they'd match the OE's by having the crease in them. Maybe this was a conversion truck? What do you guys think? It is still a very nice truck. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevr...item2c6711b401 Attached Images __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

07-30-2012, 06:02 PM	#2
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" More pictures. Attached Images __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

07-30-2012, 06:21 PM	#3
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Check out the cargo lamp. It looks too far to the left to me. Attached Images __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

07-30-2012, 06:32 PM	#4
Bill72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fort Sumner, NM Posts: 299	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Been for sale for a long long time. SPID does not show the dually conversion. Shows many signs of a restoration. Is it claimed to be a restoration or original paint etc.? Either way it is beautiful. Blazerman proved he's a much faster typer than me.

07-30-2012, 06:28 PM	#5
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" I posted this truck on the board probably about 8 monthes ago...it has been on EBAY countless times since then. Its not an original dual wheel longhorn...none were ever built that I have seen any evidence of. If you notice nowhere on the SPID does it mention "Dual wheel Conv", even 133" 1 ton C&C trucks that are dual wheel will have this listed on the SPID. If the factory were to have built one I would think they would have started with a C/30 Longhorn and added the "Dual Wheel Conversion"...but like I said I dont believe any were ever built. It is a nice truck though..just not what the saleman is stating! __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

07-30-2012, 06:38 PM	#6
terry b Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: jackson michigan Posts: 755	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" She look's like she could pull.

07-30-2012, 07:13 PM	#7
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,709	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Very good looking truck, but not factory. They did a very good job of making it a dually __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

07-30-2012, 07:15 PM	#8
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" - Fantasy truck. Member 72Freak built one. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 07-30-2012 at 07:40 PM.

07-30-2012, 07:21 PM	#9
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" I would call that a tastefully done Tribute truck. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

07-30-2012, 08:16 PM	#11
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Tat'spurty1 __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

07-30-2012, 09:16 PM	#13
doubleb's69 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 1,241	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" It sure is a clean truck. I like the color combo. __________________ Bud

07-30-2012, 10:19 PM	#14
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,500	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" I'd love to have that truck in my garage! __________________ "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/

07-31-2012, 12:27 AM	#15
ls1nova71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Independence Mo Posts: 4,119	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" Seems like they spent alot of money on it, but then decided painting the grille surround silver was a good idea??? __________________ My '72 short bed build. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...6-0-4l80e.html 5.3 swap into my RUSTY '71 C10 http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...71-c-10-a.html

07-31-2012, 08:41 AM	#16
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" . . . . Here are a few SPIDS from some dual rear wheel trucks: 1. 68 C-30 ( notice that the option numbers aren't in alphabetical order, like most are ) 2. 71 Wrecker 3. 72 with a camper shell . . . . Attached Images

07-31-2012, 07:24 PM	#20
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" I love this truck. Color is awesome. I could see me towing with this. He is just a little mis-informed. But what the heck. It is sweet. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6



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07-31-2012, 08:41 PM	#22
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" very nice rig, but I prefer it when duallys have the wide fenders. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

08-01-2012, 02:00 AM	#24
70K10Hunter Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Hill Country Posts: 435	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" I think it looks *****en, I need one.

08-01-2012, 02:07 AM	#25
70K10Hunter Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Hill Country Posts: 435	Re: 1972 Chevy C20 Longhorn "Factory Dually" this is totally a doable build, find a later 74ish up 1ton running gear, if memory serves me well 1tons had the same type front suspension setup as the 2wd trucks, or just use a 1ton chassis and drop the body on it. anyway you slice it, it is cool.

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