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DocZz · 08-30-2021, 10:01 PM

That thing is absolutely amazing!

**too much stuff** · 08-30-2021, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 72 Super

Eric, I appreciate the pics.

Thanks,
Ray

I did find out that my new slots, which are also quite old, have a 3/4" shaft as opposed to the 16.5 slots using a 7/8".
I used the lugs and washers from the 16.5s on the 15" slots and wasn't happy with how they tightened up. New lugs are on the way...

**Chevyland** · 08-30-2021, 11:43 PM

Such a cool piece of history !
Eric, have you, or anyone else, ever seen another
Or even heard of one ?

lil hoodlum · 08-31-2021, 02:55 AM

The slots are cool, but I lust after the whole rig including the camper. Would love to take that on some off road camping.

**too much stuff** · 08-31-2021, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevyland

Such a cool piece of history !
Eric, have you, or anyone else, ever seen another
Or even heard of one ?

There is a member here that showed pics of the same setup on an orange 72 blazer. He was from wisconsin i think. That is the only other one i know of.

**too much stuff** · 08-31-2021, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DocZz

That thing is absolutely amazing!

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by lil hoodlum

The slots are cool, but I lust after the whole rig including the camper. Would love to take that on some off road camping.

I wish i knew more history of it. If only it could talk...

1956cameo · 09-15-2021, 10:02 PM

The coolest thing I have seen on the forum in a long time!

**too much stuff** · 09-28-2021, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 1956cameo

The coolest thing I have seen on the forum in a long time!

Thanks.

Got the new-used 15x8.25 slots all on with the radial tires now. Should ride a lot better.

jjzepplin · 09-29-2021, 06:06 AM

Dayum! That is very very nice!!!

**BIG ORANGE** · 10-06-2021, 12:44 PM

Omg, thanxs fr sharing Eric, I've never saw one of these before, that's nice.
Enjoy....

wild4wheels · 04-22-2022, 12:20 AM

That is flipping amazing- old post, I know, but thanks so much for posting

**too much stuff** · 04-25-2022, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by wild4wheels

That is flipping amazing- old post, I know, but thanks so much for posting

Glad you like it.
Hopefully off to the body shop soon for some new rocker boxes...

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 04-25-2022, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Glad you like it.
Hopefully off to the body shop soon for some new rocker boxes...

Shoot us some pix of the Rocker Box ordeal, please.
May need them done on my '71 Jimmy.

Bellile · 09-06-2023, 02:41 PM

Good Day To You,
This Is Paul Bellile Of Fremont ,Wisconsin. I own the firebolt orange 72 with the Ronco Camper that my dad ordered new. I would like to talk to you sometime. I would like to have pictures of your rig to compare to mine. You can reach me at 920-594-2555
Or psbellile@gmail.com Our 2 are the only ones that i have seen
Thank You

Bellile · 09-06-2023, 02:54 PM

1972 K/5 Blazer With Ronco Camper. Family Owned Since New
Sent from dealership to Ronco Coaches, Inc. Osseo, Minnesota
Ordered new from Griesbach Chevrolet In Hortonville, Wisconsin

**too much stuff** · 11-01-2023, 05:24 PM

Going through a little surgery in paint prison. Glad we are doing it, but it is more involved than we thought... Looks like it already had NOS rockers put on it once.

jjzepplin · 11-02-2023, 04:43 AM

That is why I am afraid to dive into mine. I am afraid there will be nothing left but frame. Good luck!

**1970cstblazer** · 11-02-2023, 12:23 PM

Common to have missing rocker boxes and the rot in the B pillar. Fortunately, all of the metal has been repopped to properly repair these trucks.

**too much stuff** · 01-05-2024, 02:45 PM

Slow going at the body shop. Figured i would clean up the front frame rails with some por-15 while the front clip is off. Hopefully on the road by spring...

**too much stuff** · 10-14-2024, 07:58 PM

Slow slow going, but it is coming together some finally...

Should have more pics shortly.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 10-15-2024, 06:25 PM

Your Rocker Boxes look better than mine.

**knuckle-nurse** · 10-16-2024, 08:07 PM

Progress !! Good to see.

**too much stuff** · 11-06-2024, 02:05 PM

Finally back from the shop, now its some assembly required...
Too bad most people won't see the work that has been done since it is mainly down low and underneath.

**1970cstblazer** · 11-06-2024, 08:58 PM

Great looking job.

**72 tigger** · 11-10-2024, 03:37 PM

Repairs look great Eric!

08-30-2021, 10:01 PM	#26
DocZz Registered User Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Windsor Ontario Posts: 22	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. That thing is absolutely amazing!

08-30-2021, 11:43 PM	#28
Chevyland Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Ca. <-> Ma. Posts: 5,727	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Such a cool piece of history ! Eric, have you, or anyone else, ever seen another Or even heard of one ?

08-31-2021, 02:55 AM	#29
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,729	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. The slots are cool, but I lust after the whole rig including the camper. Would love to take that on some off road camping.

09-15-2021, 10:02 PM	#32
1956cameo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Angleton, TX Posts: 2,219	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. The coolest thing I have seen on the forum in a long time! __________________ I don't always drive trucks; but when I do I prefer Chevy's. Stay driving my friends. '72 blazer 2wd build 67-72 Factory Big Block Registry

09-29-2021, 06:06 AM	#34
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,566	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Dayum! That is very very nice!!! __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

10-06-2021, 12:44 PM	#35
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,754	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Omg, thanxs fr sharing Eric, I've never saw one of these before, that's nice. Enjoy.... __________________ Things happen for a reason!

04-22-2022, 12:20 AM	#36
wild4wheels Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Queen Creek, Arizona Posts: 1,626	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. That is flipping amazing- old post, I know, but thanks so much for posting __________________ Dave aka "Wild" Current truck "Ida Mae" 71 K5 Blazer Former Trucks "Loretta" 71 Longbed (AZ) "Tanya" 69 Stepside (AZ) "Ferdinand" 71 Longhorn (SD) "Patches" 67 Panel (IA/ KY) "Rosita" 68 C30 (KY) Instagram @Wildforwheels @k5_klub @c10university Profile pic provided by Jeff Sundance

09-06-2023, 02:41 PM	#39
Bellile Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Fremont, Wsconsin Posts: 27	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Good Day To You, This Is Paul Bellile Of Fremont ,Wisconsin. I own the firebolt orange 72 with the Ronco Camper that my dad ordered new. I would like to talk to you sometime. I would like to have pictures of your rig to compare to mine. You can reach me at 920-594-2555 Or psbellile@gmail.com Our 2 are the only ones that i have seen Thank You

09-06-2023, 02:54 PM	#40
Bellile Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Fremont, Wsconsin Posts: 27	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. 1972 K/5 Blazer With Ronco Camper. Family Owned Since New Sent from dealership to Ronco Coaches, Inc. Osseo, Minnesota Ordered new from Griesbach Chevrolet In Hortonville, Wisconsin Attached Images Last edited by Bellile; 09-06-2023 at 03:01 PM. Reason: ad to story

11-01-2023, 05:24 PM	#41
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,769	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Going through a little surgery in paint prison. Glad we are doing it, but it is more involved than we thought... Looks like it already had NOS rockers put on it once. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

11-02-2023, 04:43 AM	#42
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,566	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. That is why I am afraid to dive into mine. I am afraid there will be nothing left but frame. Good luck! __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

11-02-2023, 12:23 PM	#43
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,692	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Common to have missing rocker boxes and the rot in the B pillar. Fortunately, all of the metal has been repopped to properly repair these trucks. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

01-05-2024, 02:45 PM	#44
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,769	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Slow going at the body shop. Figured i would clean up the front frame rails with some por-15 while the front clip is off. Hopefully on the road by spring... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

10-14-2024, 07:58 PM	#45
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,769	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Slow slow going, but it is coming together some finally... Should have more pics shortly. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

10-15-2024, 06:25 PM	#46
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,448	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Your Rocker Boxes look better than mine. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.



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10-16-2024, 08:07 PM	#47
knuckle-nurse Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Tugaske SK Canada Posts: 304	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Progress !! Good to see. __________________ 72 Cheyenne C20 BB, air 70 Suburban 20 BB, air, buckets 68 CST C20 air, buddy buckets 72 Jimmy 2wd 72 Blazer 4wd air 4 speed

11-06-2024, 02:05 PM	#48
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,769	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Finally back from the shop, now its some assembly required... Too bad most people won't see the work that has been done since it is mainly down low and underneath. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

11-06-2024, 08:58 PM	#49
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,692	Re: Jimmy camper pics as promised. Great looking job. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

11-10-2024, 03:37 PM	#50
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