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manimal · 06-03-2012, 10:50 PM

traded my 82 for this 70 Longhorn today. It needs some love. The PO put in a computer controlled HEI dizzy,used some of the points style plug wires, and is using the resistor wire to power the HEI...the thing runs like crap,but EASILY fixable!

manimal · 06-03-2012, 10:52 PM

My plans are to get rid of the camper shell...it's galvanized steel and in VERY nice shape..Can someone give me an idea what I should ask for this thing?

**70cst** · 06-03-2012, 11:10 PM

**jocko** · 06-03-2012, 11:43 PM

congrats - nice truck. original paint combo is killer too - love white over gold!

manimal · 06-03-2012, 11:56 PM

Hey jocko, this truck came from your area...actually Lake Isabella. I think the PO was not that mechanically inclined as this morning he talked about the terrible fuel mileage it gets. Then when I got home I took a look see for myself and noticed the hacked together ignition...I think I can beat some decent MPG outa this thing yet.

67c10rustbuket · 06-04-2012, 01:34 PM

That's pretty cool!

jeremiah king · 06-04-2012, 08:01 PM

I might be interested in the camper shell, when you know what you want for it, let me know. I have a 69 GMC longhorn and would love a camper shell. thanks Jenn
P.S. What part of So Cal are you in?

into69z · 06-04-2012, 09:31 PM

Manimal-I like it! much better than the 82 truck! You will have it in great shape in no time with your skills.

p.s -I had withdrawl syndrome for 6 months after leaving Cali and all those Pick-a-parts!.....now I work for the company that owns them. C-ya!

manimal · 06-04-2012, 11:19 PM

Thanks!

sleepertruck72 · 06-05-2012, 12:31 AM

Longhorns are just plain cool , Congrats

manimal · 06-05-2012, 01:15 AM

Thank You.

stllookn · 06-09-2012, 12:26 AM

manimal, Protect that canopy...they are very rare and hard to find. I have seen 100's of Longhorns in my travels but only three Longhorn canopies...four (4) now and one of them met an untimely demise under one of my fir trees in a heavy wind.

SS Tim · 06-09-2012, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

...but only three Longhorn canopies...four (4) now and one of them met an untimely demise under one of my fir trees in a heavy wind.

Well here are five I know of besides Lance's and one of those (ex-Jessemb/davepl) is now on your truck right?

50bomb · 06-09-2012, 10:44 AM

Those old style canopy/camper tops are AWESOME. I would love to find an old style one like you guys posted, SO i could use it when I go camping.

manimal · 06-10-2012, 01:13 AM

After reading this, I plan on keeping mine(canopy) safe and sound here at home!

**70cst** · 06-10-2012, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by manimal

After reading this, I plan on keeping mine(canopy) safe and sound here at home!

Wise decision... I sort of like the canapy plus it is period correct.

As mentioned I haven't seen that many on longhorns. Again

SS Tim · 06-11-2012, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 50bomb

Those old style canopy/camper tops are AWESOME. I would love to find an old style one like you guys posted, SO i could use it when I go camping.

Really like the old style toppers, especially the solid panel style (like Don's below). For those so inclined Glen L still sells plans for period looking toppers and campers. http://www.boatdesigns.com/Husky-Pla...ctinfo/50-180/

longhorn70gmc · 06-11-2012, 01:16 PM

Great find Lance, enjoy the new truck. It is a beauty. All I have left on mine is some new tires and re install upper trim.
R/
Billy

manimal · 06-11-2012, 05:56 PM

Thanks guys. I am lovin this truck. I fixed the distributor(installed the right HEI),bought new wires and have to build them....actually went to Autozone and they had some "Duralast" build it your self for a vette for 14.99! Best of all they are made in the USA!

06-03-2012, 10:50 PM	#1
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	I now own a longhorn! traded my 82 for this 70 Longhorn today. It needs some love. The PO put in a computer controlled HEI dizzy,used some of the points style plug wires, and is using the resistor wire to power the HEI...the thing runs like crap,but EASILY fixable! Attached Images __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-03-2012, 10:52 PM	#2
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! My plans are to get rid of the camper shell...it's galvanized steel and in VERY nice shape..Can someone give me an idea what I should ask for this thing? Attached Images __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-03-2012, 11:10 PM	#3
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: I now own a longhorn! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

06-03-2012, 11:43 PM	#4
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,945	Re: I now own a longhorn! congrats - nice truck. original paint combo is killer too - love white over gold!

06-03-2012, 11:56 PM	#5
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! Hey jocko, this truck came from your area...actually Lake Isabella. I think the PO was not that mechanically inclined as this morning he talked about the terrible fuel mileage it gets. Then when I got home I took a look see for myself and noticed the hacked together ignition...I think I can beat some decent MPG outa this thing yet. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-04-2012, 01:34 PM	#6
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: I now own a longhorn! That's pretty cool! __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

06-04-2012, 08:01 PM	#7
jeremiah king Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Julian, CA Posts: 696	Re: I now own a longhorn! I might be interested in the camper shell, when you know what you want for it, let me know. I have a 69 GMC longhorn and would love a camper shell. thanks Jenn P.S. What part of So Cal are you in? __________________ Specializing in OEM 67-72 Chevy & GMC parts since 2001 1969 GMC Longhorn 396 1969 Chevy 3/4 ton LWB 396 1983 Toyota pickup 22R 2012 Toyota Scion Xb

06-04-2012, 09:31 PM	#8
into69z "brand new second-hand" Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: White House, Tennessee Posts: 526	Re: I now own a longhorn! Manimal-I like it! much better than the 82 truck! You will have it in great shape in no time with your skills. p.s -I had withdrawl syndrome for 6 months after leaving Cali and all those Pick-a-parts!.....now I work for the company that owns them. C-ya! __________________ Steve 69 3/4t custom camper tilt,am/fm,speed warning,air gauge,buddy buckets,aux battery, big block,p/s,p/b,a/c 67 Camaro 96 Impala ss-sold 04 hybrid Honda-saving gas for the blue truck!:b69:

06-04-2012, 11:19 PM	#9
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! Thanks! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-05-2012, 12:31 AM	#10
sleepertruck72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Turlock California 95380 Posts: 2,075	Re: I now own a longhorn! Longhorns are just plain cool , Congrats __________________ 72 C20 Longbed 05 1500 Z71

06-05-2012, 01:15 AM	#11
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! Thank You. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-09-2012, 12:26 AM	#12
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: I now own a longhorn! manimal, Protect that canopy...they are very rare and hard to find. I have seen 100's of Longhorns in my travels but only three Longhorn canopies...four (4) now and one of them met an untimely demise under one of my fir trees in a heavy wind. Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

06-09-2012, 10:44 AM	#14
50bomb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hemet,Ca Posts: 1,502	Re: I now own a longhorn! Those old style canopy/camper tops are AWESOME. I would love to find an old style one like you guys posted, SO i could use it when I go camping. __________________ Stovebolt-It is painted

06-10-2012, 01:13 AM	#15
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! After reading this, I plan on keeping mine(canopy) safe and sound here at home! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

06-11-2012, 01:16 PM	#18
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: I now own a longhorn! Great find Lance, enjoy the new truck. It is a beauty. All I have left on mine is some new tires and re install upper trim. R/ Billy __________________ Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! *I need another truck like I need another hole in the head!* I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE!



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06-11-2012, 05:56 PM	#19
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: I now own a longhorn! Thanks guys. I am lovin this truck. I fixed the distributor(installed the right HEI),bought new wires and have to build them....actually went to Autozone and they had some "Duralast" build it your self for a vette for 14.99! Best of all they are made in the USA! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

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