Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

cl79c10 · 08-26-2009, 11:06 AM

I am thinking about turning my 72 fleetside long bed into a phantom dually what do you guys think?
Here is a couple of photos of her

*project 67 sub* · 08-26-2009, 11:37 AM

i vote no and to leave it the way it is, to me the phantom duallys dont look right.

Sinister · 08-26-2009, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by project 67 sub

i vote no and to leave it the way it is.

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ChevLoRay · 08-26-2009, 12:43 PM

Looks great as it is, but it is your truck. Phantom duallies have their place in our society, I just don't know how well I like this style as a phantom dually.

cl79c10 · 08-26-2009, 01:18 PM

Thanks for the feedback so far guys. I am not sold on doing it its just an idea running thru my head.

rwolf9653 · 08-26-2009, 01:31 PM

If thats what you like, do it. Personally I would not. Truck looks great the way it is.

mclairmo · 08-26-2009, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Sinister

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bigguy69 · 08-26-2009, 04:51 PM

x4 i think your truck looks great,but it is your truck.

Bamm · 08-26-2009, 04:57 PM

x5 That truck is too sweet...............

PanelDeland · 08-26-2009, 05:19 PM

I like the truck like it is.It's finished so why mess with it.Actually I think you are just looking to do something,so go get another one(you know you want to),you did a good job on that one so you now have the skills to do better.

Longhorn Man · 08-26-2009, 06:43 PM

get a heavy hauler and do it to that one... 1/2 ton trucks with more than 2 tires on the rear axle is kinda pointless.

cl79c10 · 08-26-2009, 07:26 PM

Thanks for all your opinions and nice comments thats what i was looking for

I wasnt sure what I had in my head would look good and from your feedback it wouldnt thank you for that before I started cutting.

Shes not done yet I just installed all my clear markers and tail lights and still have some shiny stuff for the motor to do a new grill and bumper and larger wheels (18"s and 20"s) and a bit more interior work than she will be done for awhile.

**Boog** · 08-26-2009, 07:27 PM

That's a nice truck. IMO, the phantom dually on that body style needs to be accompanied by a mild roof chop to better proportionalize it. Low and long. I know there are dozens of pics on this forum of the very trucks we're talking about though I don't seem to have a single one saved to my files.

BAGNDRAGIT · 08-26-2009, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

I like the truck like it is.It's finished so why mess with it.Actually I think you are just looking to do something,so go get another one(you know you want to),you did a good job on that one so you now have the skills to do better.

Agreed, i like the idea, but Longhorn Man Said it well too, get a heavy hauler...

oldblue1968chevy · 08-26-2009, 08:29 PM

whats a phantom dually?...

i like your truck i say leave it lol

BAGNDRAGIT · 08-26-2009, 08:33 PM

Google It!!!

theyre pretty sweet.

its basically a laid out dually of any cab size, usually 4-door. and the phantom came from in sorts the phantom grille. i think.

cl79c10 · 08-26-2009, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

whats a phantom dually?...

i like your truck i say leave it lol

I have always know a "phantom dually" as a truck with out dual wheels in the back they usually run a extremly wide rim and tire. Back in the day they ran 15X12 or bigger wheel and a 29X18.5 rear tire.
Heres one I found online
This guy is running 15X16 rear and a 18x9 in front

big_al_71 · 08-26-2009, 10:10 PM

I am against everyone on this one I think tha you should make it a "Phantom" it will be

...Go for it!!!

Specially if you dont use dually wheels just one fat ass tire....

R.L. · 08-26-2009, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by cl79c10

I have always know a "phantom dually" as a truck with out dual wheels in the back they usually run a extremly wide rim and tire. Back in the day they ran 15X12 or bigger wheel and a 29X18.5 rear tire.
Heres one I found online
This guy is running 15X16 rear and a 18x9 in front

Kind of hard to say without actually seeing one first, this looks great but it's ex cab and the fenders would be different. I suppose you'd use step side fenders grafted on you're bed. I've seen that done and it looked good but it wasn't slammed it was a work truck look.
I think you could pull it off but it wont look as aerodynamic as the later model trucks ours are a lot squarer and the fenders will be much more pronounced visually. With that single cab and those right angled fenders it may not have the same effect as the later model trucks. Just my opion you have a killer truck right now.

**N2TRUX** · 08-26-2009, 11:17 PM

A "Phantom" dually , was just that. It was phantom, or fake. It was a huge trend in the early 90's. You take a C-10 and add dually fenders. Then tuck a big Mickey T tire on a 12-14" wide rim.

Sorry, but it was cool in the 90's, not so much today.

cl79c10 · 08-26-2009, 11:28 PM

After lots of input from everybody I think I will hold off on the phantom idea and leave her along for now. There still a bunch of small stuff that I want too do to her. And I have two other projects almost done I should finish up first before I tear into the c-10. Thanks again for all the input.

*2tons of fun* · 08-26-2009, 11:50 PM

when you say phantom dually it sounds more like you want to stuff a skinny drw rear end and keep the stock straight bed.

Longhorn Man · 08-27-2009, 01:30 AM

i was thinking of something else all together.
In some automotive circles, the term phantom means a vehicle that was never produced by the auto maker... like an extended cab daulie 67 - 73.
Thats what I thought you were doing.
With the term defined now by the O.P. I say no way.
Just my opinion, and it is toned down.

08-26-2009, 11:06 AM	#1
cl79c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: redmond oregon Posts: 93	Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 I am thinking about turning my 72 fleetside long bed into a phantom dually what do you guys think? Here is a couple of photos of her Last edited by cl79c10; 08-26-2009 at 11:07 AM.

08-26-2009, 11:37 AM	#2
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 i vote no and to leave it the way it is, to me the phantom duallys dont look right.

08-26-2009, 12:43 PM	#4
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 Looks great as it is, but it is your truck. Phantom duallies have their place in our society, I just don't know how well I like this style as a phantom dually. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-26-2009, 01:18 PM	#5
cl79c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: redmond oregon Posts: 93	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 Thanks for the feedback so far guys. I am not sold on doing it its just an idea running thru my head.

08-26-2009, 01:31 PM	#6
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08-26-2009, 04:51 PM	#8
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08-26-2009, 04:57 PM	#9
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08-26-2009, 05:19 PM	#10
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 I like the truck like it is.It's finished so why mess with it.Actually I think you are just looking to do something,so go get another one(you know you want to),you did a good job on that one so you now have the skills to do better. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil" Last edited by PanelDeland; 08-26-2009 at 05:19 PM.

08-26-2009, 06:43 PM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 get a heavy hauler and do it to that one... 1/2 ton trucks with more than 2 tires on the rear axle is kinda pointless. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 08-26-2009 at 06:43 PM.

08-26-2009, 07:26 PM	#12
cl79c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: redmond oregon Posts: 93	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 Thanks for all your opinions and nice comments thats what i was looking for I wasnt sure what I had in my head would look good and from your feedback it wouldnt thank you for that before I started cutting. Shes not done yet I just installed all my clear markers and tail lights and still have some shiny stuff for the motor to do a new grill and bumper and larger wheels (18"s and 20"s) and a bit more interior work than she will be done for awhile. Last edited by cl79c10; 08-26-2009 at 07:33 PM.

08-26-2009, 07:27 PM	#13
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,403	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 That's a nice truck. IMO, the phantom dually on that body style needs to be accompanied by a mild roof chop to better proportionalize it. Low and long. I know there are dozens of pics on this forum of the very trucks we're talking about though I don't seem to have a single one saved to my files. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

08-26-2009, 08:29 PM	#15
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 whats a phantom dually?... i like your truck i say leave it lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

08-26-2009, 08:33 PM	#16
BAGNDRAGIT Just Not Low Enough! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 525	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 Google It!!! theyre pretty sweet. its basically a laid out dually of any cab size, usually 4-door. and the phantom came from in sorts the phantom grille. i think. __________________ NEED ELECTRICAL HELP? ASK ME! 67-72 Full Wiring Diagrams Lots Of Info, TAKE A LOOK 1967 Chevy C-10 Shortbox Bagged 327 4spd Previous: 1971 Chevy C-10 Short Sep I6 Auto (Traded) 1973 Chevy C-20 THE REDNECK BATTLE TRUCK 2001 Chevy Silverado 2Dr 5.3L Shortbox. R.I.P. 1969 Volkswagen Bug This is my first meeting, I have a horsepower problem.

08-26-2009, 10:10 PM	#18
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 I am against everyone on this one I think tha you should make it a "Phantom" it will be ...Go for it!!! Specially if you dont use dually wheels just one fat ass tire.... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

08-26-2009, 11:17 PM	#20
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 A "Phantom" dually , was just that. It was phantom, or fake. It was a huge trend in the early 90's. You take a C-10 and add dually fenders. Then tuck a big Mickey T tire on a 12-14" wide rim. Sorry, but it was cool in the 90's, not so much today. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"



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08-26-2009, 11:28 PM	#21
cl79c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: redmond oregon Posts: 93	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 After lots of input from everybody I think I will hold off on the phantom idea and leave her along for now. There still a bunch of small stuff that I want too do to her. And I have two other projects almost done I should finish up first before I tear into the c-10. Thanks again for all the input.

08-26-2009, 11:50 PM	#22
2tons of fun Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: galt ca, Posts: 749	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 when you say phantom dually it sounds more like you want to stuff a skinny drw rear end and keep the stock straight bed.

08-27-2009, 01:30 AM	#23
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Considering a major change to my 72' C-10 i was thinking of something else all together. In some automotive circles, the term phantom means a vehicle that was never produced by the auto maker... like an extended cab daulie 67 - 73. Thats what I thought you were doing. With the term defined now by the O.P. I say no way. Just my opinion, and it is toned down.

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