Crusie Control, Factory 72? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72Bob · 03-11-2003, 06:50 PM

I any ideas what this crusie control is out of? Was there factory crusie control in 68-72's?

I found this in the bottom of a box which had a wiring harness I bought for my 1972 pickup.

Words on the side of the control box,
Made by Dana Corp
Perfect Circle
Controls DIV USA

Thanks
72BOB

72Bob · 03-11-2003, 06:51 PM

Another pic of the controls

Huck · 03-11-2003, 09:05 PM

Believe the factory cruse on a 72 truck had a under dash button control verses a turn lever attached control. That looks like an aftermarket or dealer installed option.

red71cheyenne · 03-11-2003, 09:09 PM

I don't think thats a factory 68-72. The switch is wrong. Thats a late 70's switch. Rod had a pic of the factory set up and posted it one time. Might have come out of a later model truck. Of course that doesn't mean it won't work, just not original. Good luck, Jeff.

lazygaurd · 03-11-2003, 09:30 PM

I have the same set up in my 72 Jimmy, and I am guessing that it was a dealer option. I took mine out and I had to put in a longer speedo cable, as well as put the wiring back to stock on the neutral safety switch.

Rod · 03-11-2003, 10:07 PM

NOS

cheyguy · 03-11-2003, 10:09 PM

The stock cruise that was on my dads 72 was on the turnsignal, but it looked like a regular turnsignal lever with a single button on the end, and it just said cruise with an arrow. That looks aftermarket to me!

Andy4639 · 03-11-2003, 10:47 PM

This is the picture straight out of the shop manual. It shows all the parts for a factory cruise.

**Desert Rat** · 03-11-2003, 10:54 PM

The one you have has the same brain/transducer as the late 60s early 70s Oldsmobiles and Buicks.My brother has a stock identical looking unit on his 442.and my stepdad on his 442.I have a couple of those also.the switch however looks aftermarket to me,or a later model.the factory 68-71 style cruise had a chrome handle with a button in the end.and the 72 had the switch under the dash that says cruise master.I have a 68 style for sale,and another out of a 70 thats missing a couple pieces.the turn signal handle is the same as ive removed from the 68 style Impalas,Chevelles,and Camaros.I have a nice unit out of a 69 427 Caprice also.

spinning wheels · 03-11-2003, 10:59 PM

I had/have that same setup on my '72 3/4 ton. If its like mine, it doesn't work

I have removed most of it, but the speedo cable is still hooked up to what appears to be a complex thingamajig. The best place to store that cruse control is at a local landfill. That's just MHO.

72Bob · 03-12-2003, 11:05 AM

Thanks for all your help. I guess I did not get that "Lucky Find"
72BOB

03-11-2003, 06:50 PM	#1
72Bob Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Burlington, WA Posts: 298	Crusie Control, Factory 72? I any ideas what this crusie control is out of? Was there factory crusie control in 68-72's? I found this in the bottom of a box which had a wiring harness I bought for my 1972 pickup. Words on the side of the control box, Made by Dana Corp Perfect Circle Controls DIV USA Thanks 72BOB Attached Images Last edited by 72Bob; 03-11-2003 at 07:02 PM.

03-11-2003, 06:51 PM	#2
72Bob Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Burlington, WA Posts: 298	Another Pic of the Controls Another pic of the controls Attached Images

03-11-2003, 09:09 PM	#4
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	I don't think thats a factory 68-72. The switch is wrong. Thats a late 70's switch. Rod had a pic of the factory set up and posted it one time. Might have come out of a later model truck. Of course that doesn't mean it won't work, just not original. Good luck, Jeff. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

03-11-2003, 10:07 PM	#6
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	NOS Attached Images __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

03-11-2003, 10:09 PM	#7
cheyguy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Manchester, TN Posts: 215	The stock cruise that was on my dads 72 was on the turnsignal, but it looked like a regular turnsignal lever with a single button on the end, and it just said cruise with an arrow. That looks aftermarket to me! __________________ '71 Cheyenne Super '80 Custom Deluxe '75 Blazer

03-11-2003, 09:05 PM	#3
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,261	Believe the factory cruse on a 72 truck had a under dash button control verses a turn lever attached control. That looks like an aftermarket or dealer installed option.

03-11-2003, 09:30 PM	#5
lazygaurd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Saskatoon Saskatchewan Posts: 492	I have the same set up in my 72 Jimmy, and I am guessing that it was a dealer option. I took mine out and I had to put in a longer speedo cable, as well as put the wiring back to stock on the neutral safety switch.

03-11-2003, 10:47 PM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Factory Cruise control This is the picture straight out of the shop manual. It shows all the parts for a factory cruise. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-11-2003, 10:54 PM	#9
Desert Rat Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Darrington, Washington Posts: 3,963	The one you have has the same brain/transducer as the late 60s early 70s Oldsmobiles and Buicks.My brother has a stock identical looking unit on his 442.and my stepdad on his 442.I have a couple of those also.the switch however looks aftermarket to me,or a later model.the factory 68-71 style cruise had a chrome handle with a button in the end.and the 72 had the switch under the dash that says cruise master.I have a 68 style for sale,and another out of a 70 thats missing a couple pieces.the turn signal handle is the same as ive removed from the 68 style Impalas,Chevelles,and Camaros.I have a nice unit out of a 69 427 Caprice also.

03-11-2003, 10:59 PM	#10
spinning wheels Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Hacienda Heights, California USA Posts: 474	I had/have that same setup on my '72 3/4 ton. If its like mine, it doesn't work I have removed most of it, but the speedo cable is still hooked up to what appears to be a complex thingamajig. The best place to store that cruse control is at a local landfill. That's just MHO. __________________ '72 GMC custom camper 350/350

03-12-2003, 11:05 AM	#11
72Bob Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Burlington, WA Posts: 298	Thanks for the help Thanks for all your help. I guess I did not get that "Lucky Find" 72BOB

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