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11-22-2010, 11:33 AM
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72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
I have a 72 GMC Camper Special that we believe has only 36K miles on it. I bought it from the guy who bought it from the "Widow". She said the only thing her husband did to it since he bought it new was put a cam and headers on it. I am using it for parts in my "Operation Flashback" build but I think I should document everything I can on it for future reference before I take it apart. For now I'll post the SPID and a couple of interesting pics. Everything works on this truck.....even the cig lighter (looks like it's never been used!). I also have the original tires and wheels listed on the SPID.
Too bad it's so rusty or I would restore it. If anyone wants pics of specific parts or areas let me know and I'll try to get them for you. Check out the compass! Was this an option?
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70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 |
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11-22-2010, 12:20 PM
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Location: Mt Airy, MD
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
That's a nice truck.The "Custom Campers" (not specials) tended to be great survivors.Many were only used as an RV for camping use.Mine was out of PA and clean as any truck from the southwest.
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11-22-2010, 12:36 PM
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
All the Rotunda stuff I've seen has always been associated with Ford. But it also usually said Ford Rotunda.
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11-22-2010, 01:49 PM
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Here's more pics.
Check the lack of wear on the pedals and the cruise control box Metal engine tag on the valve cover (May 1972) Door panels show some wear Love the stowage box, wonder if I can put it in a short fleet bed?
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70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 |
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11-22-2010, 02:05 PM
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
It doesnt look like the wiring is original. But its pretty cool nun the less.
Last edited by mrhino; 11-22-2010 at 02:06 PM. |
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11-22-2010, 02:13 PM
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
I believe that the "newer" looking wiring under the dash is from an aftermarket cruise control setup that was put on the truck. Fuse box etc. is stock.
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11-22-2010, 03:27 PM
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Lot's of options, NICE!
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11-22-2010, 04:04 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Whittier Ca
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Sweet. Any help with pics of the camper wiring would be helpful.
I have a relay of some type on the firewall and don't know if it is stock or part of the trailer brakes installed after market. Looking througghwiring diagrams, I haven't been able to locate wiring to the aux. battery. Nice Truck. Any insight to the camper special would be helpful. Thanks
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11-22-2010, 09:25 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: La Crosse, WI
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Dude that's not rusty lol. Neat truck, I saw its brother here in Ohio, though it was a good bit more rusty.
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11-23-2010, 10:20 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Fruitland Park, FL
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Here's more pics and info:
The box under the dash is the cruise control module, says "Dana Corp, Toledo, OH" Ed F....I'll post wiring pics soon, check the sticker in the glove box. Engine starting decal still on the visor! Tilt wheel is almost perfect Bench seat is nice
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70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 |
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11-25-2010, 02:30 PM
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Location: west coast
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
I very seriously doubt it has 36K original miles with a reupholstered seat. Also, the wheels would definately disqualify it as a time capsule. I agree it is a well optioned truck.
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11-25-2010, 05:56 PM
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Florida Edition
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Fruitland Park, FL
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
factorystock- The seat is a bit odd...looks like it was recovered a long time ago. I have the original wheels listed on the spid..with what appears to be the original rubber. Will post pics soon.
Reno
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70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 Last edited by RenoKeene; 11-25-2010 at 06:01 PM. |
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11-25-2010, 08:06 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas"
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
Earlier comment about Rotunda....it's definately FoMoCo.
As for wiring....check out www.wiringharness.com. That's the website for M&H Fabricators. They manufacture duplicates of the OEM harnesses. Wes, at Classic Heartbeat (site vendor) can get them for you, too.
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11-29-2010, 10:47 AM
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Florida Edition
Join Date: Oct 2010
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Re: 72 Camper Special "Time Capsule"
More "Time Capsule" pic's and info:
Custom Camper emblems Wheels and original rubber? Oil fill tube and cruise control
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70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394 |
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