should I buy a burb? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rocknrolloutlaw · 03-30-2005, 10:22 PM

I have a 5 1/2 month old baby and another on the way soon.
I think im gonna have to swap my truck out for a burb. I dunno thats a big decision. Help me out.

*screamin_c102* · 03-30-2005, 10:29 PM

Damn, you been busy. Slow down or you'll outgrow a suburban.

I personally like the 68-72 burbs. they can be tricked out like our trucks and have a really nice interior transplanted from a late model. do a search on them and you'll find a lot of cool ideas. The nice part of using the later model burb parts is that they were designed with "family" in mind and have very adjustable and safe seating as well as built in child seats in the higher end units. I am looking at going a similiar route and build a crew cab short box from a chopped up burb.

Good luck on the endeavor and even more luck with the new additions to your family.

71swb4x4 · 03-30-2005, 10:58 PM

Why would you ask such a question on this board? What do you think we will say

Buy a Burb!!

And congrats on the kids. Sounds like you are a busy man now, and will be even more busy soon.

68w/sbc406 · 03-30-2005, 11:00 PM

you like to practice. i say keep the truck, and buy a burb

Brewski* · 03-31-2005, 10:18 AM

I am keeping my truck and just bought a burb~! Can't wait till it gets here~! I really don't need a family hauler but I have a console in my truck so every time I want to take the girlfriend and my son at the same time to like Home Depot we have to take the Cherokee and then I have to come back and pick up the stuff that did not fit. Buy the burb~!

grebus1 · 03-31-2005, 06:39 PM

Since when is a Burb not a truck? As far as I'm concerned, the appearance is so similar and there are so many interchangeable parts that '67-72 pickups, blazers, and burbs are all trucks...

P.S. buy a Burb, you will never regret it!

**Ironhorse** · 03-31-2005, 07:35 PM

Buy the 'Burb for sure. I am currently on my 3rd 'Burb. Although it is not the 67-72 vintage body style (have had an '82 and '88, currently have a '91 4x4) I doubt that you will regret it. While my '71 4x4 truck was in the body shop for restore I needed to haul some sheet rock and plywood. Put 15 sheets of 4 x 8 x 1/2" rock and 15 sheets of 4 x 8 x 5/8" siding in the back after removing the 3rd seat. Try that in your smaller SUV's. I like the room and the ride plus the safety of a truck frame and suspension. Don't like the mileage (15 - 16) on the road but the rest of it makes up for that fact. When I need room for the family the 'Burb definetly fills the bill.

68gmcdually · 03-31-2005, 07:36 PM

I want to buy the wife a '68 GMC burb to match my truck and have her drive it all summer, and keep the Bravada for her winter enjoyment. But she likes the conveniences of the modern day automobiles. I say buy the 'burban.

Cheesewagon · 03-31-2005, 08:41 PM

Buy a Burb!! You'll never regret it.

SuperCheyanne72 · 04-03-2005, 05:14 PM

Im with the other guys, buy a BURB! Think how many looks you will get!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-03-2005, 06:20 PM

Buy the burb... They are hot too.....

**Canadian694x4** · 04-03-2005, 08:04 PM

By a 'Burb!

Longhorn Man · 04-03-2005, 08:11 PM

I keep tellin myself that a 68 chevy burb is going to be my next project. Silver paint, black accents and window tint, as much as I normally hate them, 18's with an air ride susp would look killer on one.

jeffnstef · 04-03-2005, 08:14 PM

Mini Van !

Just kidding

Longhorn Man · 04-03-2005, 08:38 PM

DOH!
Some one needs to beat jeffnstef with the dip stick from a '69 TH400.

5150 · 04-03-2005, 09:49 PM

Here BUY Sublvr's. I keep trying to talk my wife in to it. She's not having any part of it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...2&page=1&pp=25

**Already Gone** · 04-05-2005, 04:52 PM

I bought this Burb last fall to get the "Bud Wheels" off it for my 72 pickup. Well I started to drive it until I could resell it and now its so versatile I don't want to give it up. They are great, big, roomy, comfy and as some have attested to here a little hard on gas but the convienience of owning one makes up for the gas deficiency. I do like this one but have just picked up a 1990 Silverado model that I'm going to keep and use as a daily driver while I restore it slowly. The 80's models and up to the 1991 models are all the same and can be bought pretty cheap and don't worry about the Burb having120 or 130,000 miles they are liike the everready bunny, just keep going and going..providing you feed em gas of course..HAHAHAHA !!!!!!

Swbman · 04-05-2005, 06:47 PM

Surburban, the only way to go,especially if you want to carry your family,and be Old school at the same time

busterwivell · 04-05-2005, 06:57 PM

BUY THE BURB! But you knew that! There were a couple of sharp ones at Goodguys DelMar this past weekend, gettin' lots of attention.

onetoncrewcab · 04-05-2005, 07:00 PM

I am not so sure this is the question to be asking. I think you need to ask "Can I afford the gas to drive this?" (Especially if it is your primary family vehicle).

I agree that a Burb is a pretty cool truck to have for a family vehicle. I had a 91 Sub (piece of crap, rusted from one end to the other). We sold it and bought a 1995 F**d Explorer (gasp!). The Explorer gets better mileage and is still roomy.

Just to make it clear, I am not against the Sub, but I think you need to look at the higher costs to operate it. My guess the older Subs are probably getting 10-12 mpg out on the highway. Am I correct?
Mike

03-30-2005, 10:22 PM	#1
rocknrolloutlaw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: west virginia Posts: 60	should I buy a burb? I have a 5 1/2 month old baby and another on the way soon. I think im gonna have to swap my truck out for a burb. I dunno thats a big decision. Help me out.

03-30-2005, 10:58 PM	#3
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Why would you ask such a question on this board? What do you think we will say Buy a Burb!! And congrats on the kids. Sounds like you are a busy man now, and will be even more busy soon. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

03-30-2005, 11:00 PM	#4
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	you like to practice. i say keep the truck, and buy a burb __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

03-31-2005, 06:39 PM	#6
grebus1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Edmonds, WA Posts: 322	Since when is a Burb not a truck? As far as I'm concerned, the appearance is so similar and there are so many interchangeable parts that '67-72 pickups, blazers, and burbs are all trucks... P.S. buy a Burb, you will never regret it! __________________ '72 Chevy Suburban Custom Deluxe 10, 402/TH400

03-31-2005, 07:35 PM	#7
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,154	Buy the 'Burb for sure. I am currently on my 3rd 'Burb. Although it is not the 67-72 vintage body style (have had an '82 and '88, currently have a '91 4x4) I doubt that you will regret it. While my '71 4x4 truck was in the body shop for restore I needed to haul some sheet rock and plywood. Put 15 sheets of 4 x 8 x 1/2" rock and 15 sheets of 4 x 8 x 5/8" siding in the back after removing the 3rd seat. Try that in your smaller SUV's. I like the room and the ride plus the safety of a truck frame and suspension. Don't like the mileage (15 - 16) on the road but the rest of it makes up for that fact. When I need room for the family the 'Burb definetly fills the bill. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

03-30-2005, 10:29 PM	#2
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	Damn, you been busy. Slow down or you'll outgrow a suburban. I personally like the 68-72 burbs. they can be tricked out like our trucks and have a really nice interior transplanted from a late model. do a search on them and you'll find a lot of cool ideas. The nice part of using the later model burb parts is that they were designed with "family" in mind and have very adjustable and safe seating as well as built in child seats in the higher end units. I am looking at going a similiar route and build a crew cab short box from a chopped up burb. Good luck on the endeavor and even more luck with the new additions to your family.

03-31-2005, 10:18 AM	#5
Brewski* Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Rocky Mount, MO Posts: 1,293	I am keeping my truck and just bought a burb~! Can't wait till it gets here~! I really don't need a family hauler but I have a console in my truck so every time I want to take the girlfriend and my son at the same time to like Home Depot we have to take the Cherokee and then I have to come back and pick up the stuff that did not fit. Buy the burb~!

03-31-2005, 07:36 PM	#8
68gmcdually Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fenelon Falls, ON Canada Posts: 1,455	I want to buy the wife a '68 GMC burb to match my truck and have her drive it all summer, and keep the Bravada for her winter enjoyment. But she likes the conveniences of the modern day automobiles. I say buy the 'burban. __________________ James Bellwood 1968 930 Extend-A-Cab Dually 5.7l, 5 speed,

03-31-2005, 08:41 PM	#9
Cheesewagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Perrysburg, Ohio, USA Posts: 409	Buy a Burb!! You'll never regret it. __________________ '91 suburban 350 TBI - R 700 4 new daily driver '72 Cheyenne Super 49,000miles 350/350 frame up resto w/ matching numbers.

04-03-2005, 05:14 PM	#10
SuperCheyanne72 #1 OU Soonerfan Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 85	Im with the other guys, buy a BURB! Think how many looks you will get!

04-03-2005, 06:20 PM	#11
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,600	Buy the burb... They are hot too..... Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-03-2005, 08:04 PM	#12
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,306	By a 'Burb! __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 20 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada! - 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 2 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 13 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 6 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

04-03-2005, 08:11 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I keep tellin myself that a 68 chevy burb is going to be my next project. Silver paint, black accents and window tint, as much as I normally hate them, 18's with an air ride susp would look killer on one.

04-03-2005, 08:14 PM	#14
jeffnstef Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 64	Mini Van ! Just kidding

04-03-2005, 08:38 PM	#15
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	DOH! Some one needs to beat jeffnstef with the dip stick from a '69 TH400.



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04-03-2005, 09:49 PM	#16
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Here BUY Sublvr's. I keep trying to talk my wife in to it. She's not having any part of it. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...2&page=1&pp=25 __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

04-05-2005, 04:52 PM	#17
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,107	Yep, Buy the Burb!! I bought this Burb last fall to get the "Bud Wheels" off it for my 72 pickup. Well I started to drive it until I could resell it and now its so versatile I don't want to give it up. They are great, big, roomy, comfy and as some have attested to here a little hard on gas but the convienience of owning one makes up for the gas deficiency. I do like this one but have just picked up a 1990 Silverado model that I'm going to keep and use as a daily driver while I restore it slowly. The 80's models and up to the 1991 models are all the same and can be bought pretty cheap and don't worry about the Burb having120 or 130,000 miles they are liike the everready bunny, just keep going and going..providing you feed em gas of course..HAHAHAHA !!!!!! Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

04-05-2005, 06:47 PM	#18
Swbman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tulsa,Oklahoma Posts: 606	Surburban, the only way to go,especially if you want to carry your family,and be Old school at the same time __________________ 1961 BUICK LESABRE 1968 CHEVELLE SS 396 1969 BUICK RIVIERA GS 1971 2 WHEEL DRIVE BLAZER 1971 4X4 BLAZER 1971 SHORTBED CHEYENNE FLEETSIDE 1971 SHORTBED 4X4 FLEETSIDE ** ...My Ebay

04-05-2005, 06:57 PM	#19
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	BUY THE BURB! But you knew that! There were a couple of sharp ones at Goodguys DelMar this past weekend, gettin' lots of attention. __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

04-05-2005, 07:00 PM	#20
onetoncrewcab One of my kids. Cute eh? Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Mitchell, SD Posts: 1,286	I am not so sure this is the question to be asking. I think you need to ask "Can I afford the gas to drive this?" (Especially if it is your primary family vehicle). I agree that a Burb is a pretty cool truck to have for a family vehicle. I had a 91 Sub (piece of crap, rusted from one end to the other). We sold it and bought a 1995 F**d Explorer (gasp!). The Explorer gets better mileage and is still roomy. Just to make it clear, I am not against the Sub, but I think you need to look at the higher costs to operate it. My guess the older Subs are probably getting 10-12 mpg out on the highway. Am I correct? Mike __________________ If a kid asks where rain comes from, I think a cute thing to tell him is “God is crying.” And if he asks why God is crying, another cute thing to tell him is “Probably because of something you did. John 3:16 2006 Chevy HHR 2000 Dodge Durango 1985 Jeep CJ-7 1970 Chevy Pickup

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