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CG · 05-06-2008, 03:44 AM

I know most everyone hates these old canopy's but Ive been looking for one for a long time. I love em =) Got this one dangling from the rafters at my father in laws place. I forgot he even had it. He doesnt use it anymore so he gave it to me for a good price. Its not quite as old, or quite the look I was after, but it will do just fine. Try to enjoy the pics

Longhorn Man · 05-06-2008, 03:46 AM

Do i need to go back out there and have a chit chat with you Mark?
LOL! As long as YOU like it... screw everyone else!

**El Jay** · 05-06-2008, 03:50 AM

I likes it!

chevy72blu · 05-06-2008, 03:52 AM

That looks um.... useful?

tcb-1 · 05-06-2008, 04:09 AM

Now to doll it up with some side marker lamps..... I like it! Looks like a hunting and fishing friend you have there!!!

CG mind me asking and not to hijack, are those 16.5 x 8.25's. I know you mentioned it in a few post, but I forgot.

did I say I love the setup!?

**Joesjunk** · 05-06-2008, 04:19 AM

I would like to know what that wheel and tire combo is too, looks like 33 12.5 16.5's, do you have any lift?????

ksbeatty · 05-06-2008, 04:39 AM

not my flavor but I like old school. I agree with LMan if you like it let it ride. The super old guys with re-live a memory.

**special-K** · 05-06-2008, 04:40 AM

If I were asked to offer an opinion I`d say it looks right on there.That`s coming from a truck kinda guy.I like useful.Interested in some vintage trout decals?

I had one simular to that made by Winnebago.I wish I hadthat for when I had a "use" for it.

CG · 05-06-2008, 04:51 AM

I believe they were 8.25 width. Yep on the 16.5 33 x12.5s. The truck is pretty much stock.

I bought it from original owner. He ordered with the extra heavy duty springs and helper springs. No lift, but I would like to bring the front up a couple of inches to level the ride out.

And no I dont need any trout stickers...lmao...that was funny.

Super old guys????????????

I have cab lights for it, but I dont think Ill put any extras on the canopy...for now =)

Longhorn Man · 05-06-2008, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Interested in some vintage trout decals?

LOL!!!!

Mr Chevy · 05-06-2008, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy72blu

That looks um.... useful?

Sorry man had to laugh along with that comment it cracked me up.
The cap not really my cup of tea but I love the truck, looks great.

dieselarmy13 · 05-06-2008, 05:08 AM

I think it looks good. It would look nice pulling my old school camper.

ed2552 · 05-06-2008, 05:16 AM

If anyone in my area wants a camper top that kind of looks like that, PM me, we have one that came off of a 73-87, idk what exactly, i can take measurements of it if needed, pretty sure it is from a lwb

jeffspower · 05-06-2008, 05:17 AM

I think it looks good. And when you are not in the mood, it's a small job to pop it off. I've been thinking the same thing for my '72. I have one similar that was made in my old stomping grounds by Homesteader. It's heavy though- 2x4 wood frame with "camper metal" on the outside, paneling on the inside.

Shaffer4 · 05-06-2008, 05:20 AM

Looks good. it fits the "style" of the truck.

muscletrucks · 05-06-2008, 05:57 AM

**bigdon-70blazer** · 05-06-2008, 06:01 AM

Great looking wheels and caps but I need some of those caps if anyone knows of some to fit my 16.5 X 8.25 wheels. And does anyone know if they come just painted? Thanks! Don

OhioDan · 05-06-2008, 10:56 AM

I have a set of those hubcaps out in the garage for a 3/4T 2WD. Two of them are dented because the trailer wasn't wide enough. Oh, the truck looks good.

PanelDeland · 05-06-2008, 12:45 PM

I like the utility of them.They are also the worlds best "BED SAVER"!!

**special-K** · 05-06-2008, 01:33 PM

I`d love to find one from this era.I`m always looking around.I followed a guy into a gas station in a later Ford (with a for sale sign) that had one about level with the top,straight up the sides,rolled in front,small overhang in rear,and door in place of tailgate.It was obviously late-60s/early70s.He was going to sell it to me,but someone bought the truck and wanted the cap/canopy/topper.
I`ve also seen a fiberglass one here or there in the style of our era that I`d like to have.It`s all about accessorizing!!They are easy on & off and you can rig something to hoist it if not.The ones the old boys always ran on these trucks saved the beds.

CG · 05-06-2008, 07:29 PM

Well Im kinda shocked there were so many nice comments, well there was one hater, lol....thanks guys =)

I was guessing I was going to get 99 percent ughs.

brad_man_72 · 05-06-2008, 08:34 PM

this proves, well to me anyways theirs a difference between looking good and being cool, and well that camper is just plain cool to me. that combo would look great pulling my truck to the lake/campground.

**special-K** · 05-06-2008, 11:11 PM

Maybe they`re coming back.lol

greasy68 · 05-06-2008, 11:31 PM

The vent windows on the sides are the key to the coolness of it. It is not my thing but if you like it, rock it.

**special-K** · 05-07-2008, 03:33 AM

I can`t spell it,but they`re called jalousey windows.

05-06-2008, 03:44 AM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,846	No opinions needed...I already know, lol I know most everyone hates these old canopy's but Ive been looking for one for a long time. I love em =) Got this one dangling from the rafters at my father in laws place. I forgot he even had it. He doesnt use it anymore so he gave it to me for a good price. Its not quite as old, or quite the look I was after, but it will do just fine. Try to enjoy the pics Attached Images

05-06-2008, 03:46 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Do i need to go back out there and have a chit chat with you Mark? LOL! As long as YOU like it... screw everyone else!

05-06-2008, 03:50 AM	#3
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I likes it! __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

05-06-2008, 03:52 AM	#4
chevy72blu Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,188	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol That looks um.... useful? __________________ RIP EastSideLowLife '72 C20 SWB convert. 5 lug, LS1/4l60e

05-06-2008, 04:09 AM	#5
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Now to doll it up with some side marker lamps..... I like it! Looks like a hunting and fishing friend you have there!!! CG mind me asking and not to hijack, are those 16.5 x 8.25's. I know you mentioned it in a few post, but I forgot. did I say I love the setup!? __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

05-06-2008, 04:19 AM	#6
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,693	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I would like to know what that wheel and tire combo is too, looks like 33 12.5 16.5's, do you have any lift????? __________________ 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

05-06-2008, 04:39 AM	#7
ksbeatty Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 300	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol not my flavor but I like old school. I agree with LMan if you like it let it ride. The super old guys with re-live a memory. __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 Ton 4x4 2" Lift, A/C, PS, PB 383 Stroker, 700R4, 205, 4.10 GM Medium Bronze (Copper Poly) no new nick name yet. She is to pretty to be the Beater. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=241855

05-06-2008, 04:40 AM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol If I were asked to offer an opinion I`d say it looks right on there.That`s coming from a truck kinda guy.I like useful.Interested in some vintage trout decals? I had one simular to that made by Winnebago.I wish I hadthat for when I had a "use" for it. __________________ "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; 05-06-2008 at 04:43 AM.

05-06-2008, 04:51 AM	#9
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,846	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I believe they were 8.25 width. Yep on the 16.5 33 x12.5s. The truck is pretty much stock. I bought it from original owner. He ordered with the extra heavy duty springs and helper springs. No lift, but I would like to bring the front up a couple of inches to level the ride out. And no I dont need any trout stickers...lmao...that was funny. Super old guys???????????? I have cab lights for it, but I dont think Ill put any extras on the canopy...for now =) Last edited by CG; 05-06-2008 at 04:52 AM.

05-06-2008, 05:08 AM	#12
dieselarmy13 Phone's ringin Dude. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 1,426	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I think it looks good. It would look nice pulling my old school camper. __________________ I pitty the fool with only two headlights!! 2003 SILVERADO SS--THE NEW GIRL 1972 GMC--THE OLD GIRL

05-06-2008, 05:16 AM	#13
ed2552 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charles City IA Posts: 1,626	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol If anyone in my area wants a camper top that kind of looks like that, PM me, we have one that came off of a 73-87, idk what exactly, i can take measurements of it if needed, pretty sure it is from a lwb __________________ '67 C20, Under the Knife!, LWB, Eaton HO-52, Rear Coil Springs 72' GMC C2500, 350, TH400(?), Dana 60 '67 K10 4-spd., 305, SM465, Dana 44, 12 Bolt, RUST! '65 C60 292, 4 spd, 2 spd Rearend, 15' Grain Box, MINT! 09 Yukon Denali 82k Miles 6.2L/6A

05-06-2008, 05:17 AM	#14
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I think it looks good. And when you are not in the mood, it's a small job to pop it off. I've been thinking the same thing for my '72. I have one similar that was made in my old stomping grounds by Homesteader. It's heavy though- 2x4 wood frame with "camper metal" on the outside, paneling on the inside. __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

05-06-2008, 05:20 AM	#15
Shaffer4 Strange Cousin From The West.. Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Walla Walla, Wa Posts: 248	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Looks good. it fits the "style" of the truck.

05-06-2008, 05:57 AM	#16
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05-06-2008, 06:01 AM	#17
bigdon-70blazer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Posts: 1,501	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Great looking wheels and caps but I need some of those caps if anyone knows of some to fit my 16.5 X 8.25 wheels. And does anyone know if they come just painted? Thanks! Don



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05-06-2008, 10:56 AM	#18
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I have a set of those hubcaps out in the garage for a 3/4T 2WD. Two of them are dented because the trailer wasn't wide enough. Oh, the truck looks good. __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started.

05-06-2008, 12:45 PM	#19
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05-06-2008, 01:33 PM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I`d love to find one from this era.I`m always looking around.I followed a guy into a gas station in a later Ford (with a for sale sign) that had one about level with the top,straight up the sides,rolled in front,small overhang in rear,and door in place of tailgate.It was obviously late-60s/early70s.He was going to sell it to me,but someone bought the truck and wanted the cap/canopy/topper. I`ve also seen a fiberglass one here or there in the style of our era that I`d like to have.It`s all about accessorizing!!They are easy on & off and you can rig something to hoist it if not.The ones the old boys always ran on these trucks saved the beds. __________________ "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 ~

05-06-2008, 07:29 PM	#21
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,846	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Well Im kinda shocked there were so many nice comments, well there was one hater, lol....thanks guys =) I was guessing I was going to get 99 percent ughs.

05-06-2008, 08:34 PM	#22
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol this proves, well to me anyways theirs a difference between looking good and being cool, and well that camper is just plain cool to me. that combo would look great pulling my truck to the lake/campground. __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

05-06-2008, 11:11 PM	#23
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol Maybe they`re coming back.lol __________________ "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 ~

05-06-2008, 11:31 PM	#24
greasy68 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: austin texas Posts: 202	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol The vent windows on the sides are the key to the coolness of it. It is not my thing but if you like it, rock it. __________________ Mike 68 C10 LWB midnight blue metallic 307ci, 700R4, HEI front discs, leaf spring rear tilt steering wheel, stock ride height, rally wheels, 2007 Dodge Charger(Hemi)

05-07-2008, 03:33 AM	#25
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: No opinions needed...I already know, lol I can`t spell it,but they`re called jalousey windows. __________________ "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 ~

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