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ggalv · 02-21-2008, 01:34 PM

I just got myself a 1970 Chevy C20 Custom Camper. I am in the process of looking for parts, but I have not been able to locate parts specifically for this truck (custom camper).

Do you guys know what is the difference between the 1970 Chevy C20 Custom Camper and the 1970 Chevy C20 Custom?

Thanks

Longhorn Man · 02-21-2008, 06:06 PM

custom camper is nothing but HD shocks, HD tires, HD springs OR overload springs, an anti sway bar, and badges.

ggalv · 02-28-2008, 11:16 AM

I am trying to find more information on this type of truck, in other any good or bad features about this truck. Do you guys have any knowledge on this type of truck?

THANKS

Longhorn Man · 02-28-2008, 04:15 PM

we have more info than you could ever ask for... what exactly is it you need to know? Have you tried searching to locate tthe info?
Like I said, the custom camper is nothing but an option package, and not much of one either I might add. otherwise, it is simply a c/20

**special-K** · 02-28-2008, 04:59 PM

Wudaya wanna know?Start askin`.

We`ll make you an overnight authority.

ggalv · 03-01-2008, 10:06 AM

I like this truck pretty much the way it is and want to maintain it as original as possible. But are there some modifications that are typically done to this truck to improve it. Do people typically change the front brakes to disk, or is it alright to keep the drums? Also, are there any other modifications you guys recommend?

THANKS

72 CustomCamper · 03-01-2008, 10:48 AM

Longhorn Man's right, the Custom Camper is just an option package. My truck is a 72 Custom Camper. Other than the package my truck is a Custom Deluxe 20. Mine also came with dual batteries, dual tanks and camper wiring. As long as the drums are working, I'd leave them if you want to stay original. The main thing people change is the 2 piece split rims...

Chuck

**WorkinLonghorn** · 03-01-2008, 10:58 AM

ditto what 72CustomCamper says. That's the one thing I cahanged on my '69.Mine came with tubes and bias-ply tires. Get some regular 8 lug rims from pickyour part,I think they give you credit for the old ones.Then get some radials if you don't already.
Otherwise it's sometimes hard to find a shop that will work on those split-rims.
Welcome frrom the SFV.

Longhorn Man · 03-01-2008, 03:40 PM

The drums are OK in the 34 ton trucks, in 1/2 ton they are kinda lame... drive it and see what you think.
I highly recomend swapping out the points type distributor for an HEI unit, esp if this is a daily driver.
There's a lot of things that can be swapped that helps out, and the more it's drivin, the nicer it is to modify... it hall depends on how hellbent you are on keeping it original... or just original-ish.

**special-K** · 03-01-2008, 03:44 PM

One thing about the CustomCamper option that guys keep overlooking is it was only available with an optional motor.This isn`t listed in the brochures,but is in the dealer order guide.

02-21-2008, 01:34 PM	#1
ggalv Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 24	70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper I just got myself a 1970 Chevy C20 Custom Camper. I am in the process of looking for parts, but I have not been able to locate parts specifically for this truck (custom camper). Do you guys know what is the difference between the 1970 Chevy C20 Custom Camper and the 1970 Chevy C20 Custom? Thanks

02-21-2008, 06:06 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper custom camper is nothing but HD shocks, HD tires, HD springs OR overload springs, an anti sway bar, and badges.

02-28-2008, 11:16 AM	#3
ggalv Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 24	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper I am trying to find more information on this type of truck, in other any good or bad features about this truck. Do you guys have any knowledge on this type of truck? THANKS

02-28-2008, 04:15 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper we have more info than you could ever ask for... what exactly is it you need to know? Have you tried searching to locate tthe info? Like I said, the custom camper is nothing but an option package, and not much of one either I might add. otherwise, it is simply a c/20

02-28-2008, 04:59 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper Wudaya wanna know?Start askin`. We`ll make you an overnight authority. __________________ "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 ~

03-01-2008, 10:06 AM	#6
ggalv Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 24	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper I like this truck pretty much the way it is and want to maintain it as original as possible. But are there some modifications that are typically done to this truck to improve it. Do people typically change the front brakes to disk, or is it alright to keep the drums? Also, are there any other modifications you guys recommend? THANKS

03-01-2008, 10:48 AM	#7
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper Longhorn Man's right, the Custom Camper is just an option package. My truck is a 72 Custom Camper. Other than the package my truck is a Custom Deluxe 20. Mine also came with dual batteries, dual tanks and camper wiring. As long as the drums are working, I'd leave them if you want to stay original. The main thing people change is the 2 piece split rims... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!" Last edited by 72 CustomCamper; 03-01-2008 at 10:54 AM.

03-01-2008, 10:58 AM	#8
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,861	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper ditto what 72CustomCamper says. That's the one thing I cahanged on my '69.Mine came with tubes and bias-ply tires. Get some regular 8 lug rims from pickyour part,I think they give you credit for the old ones.Then get some radials if you don't already. Otherwise it's sometimes hard to find a shop that will work on those split-rims. Welcome frrom the SFV. __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme. Best $300 I ever spent.

03-01-2008, 03:40 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper The drums are OK in the 34 ton trucks, in 1/2 ton they are kinda lame... drive it and see what you think. I highly recomend swapping out the points type distributor for an HEI unit, esp if this is a daily driver. There's a lot of things that can be swapped that helps out, and the more it's drivin, the nicer it is to modify... it hall depends on how hellbent you are on keeping it original... or just original-ish.

03-01-2008, 03:44 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: 70 Chevy C20 Custom Camper One thing about the CustomCamper option that guys keep overlooking is it was only available with an optional motor.This isn`t listed in the brochures,but is in the dealer order guide. __________________ "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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