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**72BBChuck** · 02-22-2010, 01:43 AM

I recently bought the seats and console from a real nice 69 camper like yours. It had the same arrangement with the pass thru over the console. Beautiful interior! Great find!

tex_waco_usmc · 02-22-2010, 03:00 AM

Man..........My father works on RV's for a living after seeing this I am thinking that I want one.

I will bring it home update it and have my dad do the camper part.

Then it is on, going out to the lake in mine! I can see it now!!!!!!!Many a cold beer will be had! OK, enough day dreaming!

Nice find man! DO NOT PART THAT OUT!!!

longhorn70gmc · 02-22-2010, 03:07 AM

Nice Rig,
I lived in one for a little while, while I was dating my wife. Enjoy it and darn glad she is running.
R/
Billy

BurnoutNova · 02-22-2010, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Now that i know it runs and drives ok we may try to get the title worked out. (husband died, bought it from the wife, title is lost, blah blah) So yes, i think we may use it some. Funny part with the bucket seats is it also has a center console where the walk through is...

I had one with regular truck buckets, had the holes where the console used to be, but I think they removed it to get into the camper. The holes even went thru the carpet. I thought it might be in one of the compartments in the back, but never found it

**too much stuff** · 02-23-2010, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by tex_waco_usmc

Man..........My father works on RV's for a living after seeing this I am thinking that I want one.

I will bring it home update it and have my dad do the camper part.

Then it is on, going out to the lake in mine! I can see it now!!!!!!!Many a cold beer will be had! OK, enough day dreaming!

Nice find man! DO NOT PART THAT OUT!!!

It was one of those deals where i didn't know i wanted one until i had one.

Thanks agian for the compliments..

GMC406 · 03-08-2010, 09:40 PM

That thing is killer too

I just aquired a 67(in sig). Trying to find more info on them but it seems to be scarce. Get your title figured out? Its almost camping season! I don't get the center console either so I guess that makes it a crawl though cab instead of a walk thorugh

**too much stuff** · 03-09-2010, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by GMC406

That thing is killer too

I just aquired a 67(in sig). Trying to find more info on them but it seems to be scarce. Get your title figured out? Its almost camping season! I don't get the center console either so I guess that makes it a crawl though cab instead of a walk thorugh

Still trying to get the title straightened out. I am surprised the console is not broken. I am guessing the last few owners didn't have kids...

GMC406 · 03-09-2010, 12:28 AM

All states must be different. I know here in KS if its an antique as long as it hasnt been reported stolen, and an inspection has been done to show the VIN has not been modified, 10 bucks gets you a title in the mail. You don't even need a bill of sale.

**too much stuff** · 03-09-2010, 12:51 AM

I wish it was that easy in MN...

77shortstep · 03-09-2010, 11:44 AM

thats really cool, nice find ive always been a fan off odd stuff like this

Lippyp · 03-09-2010, 03:05 PM

Looks great, whats the law like in the USA? Can anyone ride in the back?

GMC406 · 03-09-2010, 05:01 PM

I'm not sure about that, been wondering myself as I plan on probably havin someone in the back of mine ocasionally, no sense staying in the boring ol pasenger seat when there is so much to do it the back. I know its not an issue in the big RVs but I don't know if these are different or not.

mclairmo · 03-09-2010, 08:35 PM

I just sold a set of buckets from that exact kind of camper for $700 on Ebay. No console, though. The backs had some weird plywood screwed onto them to cover the backs. Not as nice as the Blazer back covers.

**too much stuff** · 03-09-2010, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by mclairmo

I just sold a set of buckets from that exact kind of camper for $700 on Ebay. No console, though. The backs had some weird plywood screwed onto them to cover the backs. Not as nice as the Blazer back covers.

Lippyp, as far as i know anyone can ride back there.
mclairmo, these also have the "cheesy" plywood backs on them. You would think the conversion company would have bought blazer seat backs.

CG · 03-09-2010, 11:32 PM

You know what would be cool? Take out the console and buckets and stick a pair of swivel buckets in there so you can spin em around and have more seating while camping.

**too much stuff** · 03-10-2010, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

You know what would be cool? Take out the console and buckets and stick a pair of swivel buckets in there so you can spin em around and have more seating while camping.

Now that is funny! I wonder where i could find some...

**too much stuff** · 09-26-2010, 11:09 PM

Pulling back to the top for a board memeber with a nicer twin to this.

**72K20** · 09-27-2010, 10:16 AM

Sorry for the delayed response but you can find swivel bases to mount your existing seats on. Lots of van/truck conversion companies use them as well as marine applications like fishing boats. Just a thought......

Cbrown67 · 09-27-2010, 10:19 AM

That thing is sweet!

mosesburb · 09-27-2010, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Pulling back to the top for a board memeber with a nicer twin to this.

Any pics on here of it??

**too much stuff** · 09-27-2010, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesburb

Any pics on here of it??

Only pics a saw were through an e-mail. I will ask him to post a pic. His is sweet!!!

CCCC · 09-28-2010, 03:39 AM

Here is one of mine - drove it almost 5,000 miles throughout the west and midwest this summer. The pass-through aspect is very convenient. Great combo - a classic 72 Chev C30 with 402BB and 4 speed and a solid old camper with retro interior. Very comfortable for two - will sleep four.

CCCC · 09-29-2010, 01:36 AM

The interior of your unit looks very good - well taken care of - and looks like there are some nice upgrades to more modern equipment (refrig and shower stall). The exterior of the camper lookls really good as well and must be leak free in order for the inside to be so nice. Have fun with it.

CCCC · 09-29-2010, 01:42 AM

GMC406 your Red Dale looks realy great - they are well made. Had a big Red Dale pickup camper on a Dodge crew cab back in the 70s and it was a real yatch. Hauled us and the four girls all over the US in comfort and safety.

I think they were built in Longmont, CO near where mine (Mitchell) was built. What truck model is under yours?

Livrat · 09-29-2010, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesburb

Any pics on here of it??

Here ya go!!...
I just cut my 72 chassis mount "Chinook" up with a sawzall due to it being a major project inside and finding out it was rotten under the bathroom, while taking a break I sat down and cruised Craigslist and found this one for a very good price... ran out and bought it the next day..
This one is sweet.. from northern California, always been under cover, and used fairly often... Its a Weekender Deluxe,, 108k miles, Cheyenne Super 30, Big block, AC, buckets and console.. brand new fridge, even had original carpets...

02-22-2010, 01:43 AM	#26
72BBChuck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SW Washington State Posts: 201	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) I recently bought the seats and console from a real nice 69 camper like yours. It had the same arrangement with the pass thru over the console. Beautiful interior! Great find!

02-22-2010, 03:00 AM	#27
tex_waco_usmc Project Heaven in my 67!!! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bosqueville, TX Posts: 899	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Man..........My father works on RV's for a living after seeing this I am thinking that I want one. I will bring it home update it and have my dad do the camper part. Then it is on, going out to the lake in mine! I can see it now!!!!!!!Many a cold beer will be had! OK, enough day dreaming! Nice find man! DO NOT PART THAT OUT!!!

02-22-2010, 03:07 AM	#28
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Nice Rig, I lived in one for a little while, while I was dating my wife. Enjoy it and darn glad she is running. 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!

03-08-2010, 09:40 PM	#31
GMC406 Professional Grade Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hill City KS Posts: 366	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) That thing is killer too I just aquired a 67(in sig). Trying to find more info on them but it seems to be scarce. Get your title figured out? Its almost camping season! I don't get the center console either so I guess that makes it a crawl though cab instead of a walk thorugh __________________ 61 GMC 9' Step Someday it will be a build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3356828 67 C-30 Red Dale motorhome http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...31#post3845531 71 GMC Street performer in the works Waiting for warm weather http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341946 1990 GMC Sierra GT-sold 1983 chevy 4x4-project on hold maybe sell 1969 Triuph GT 6- sold 1996 Ford I-6 5 Speed 4x4 2004 Dodge Intrepid- milage maker 1959 Ford Fairlaine, factory a/c 292Yblock- sold 1982 Honda XL500R Always lookin for other old trucks! Last edited by GMC406; 03-08-2010 at 09:41 PM.

03-09-2010, 12:28 AM	#33
GMC406 Professional Grade Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hill City KS Posts: 366	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) All states must be different. I know here in KS if its an antique as long as it hasnt been reported stolen, and an inspection has been done to show the VIN has not been modified, 10 bucks gets you a title in the mail. You don't even need a bill of sale. __________________ 61 GMC 9' Step Someday it will be a build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3356828 67 C-30 Red Dale motorhome http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...31#post3845531 71 GMC Street performer in the works Waiting for warm weather http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341946 1990 GMC Sierra GT-sold 1983 chevy 4x4-project on hold maybe sell 1969 Triuph GT 6- sold 1996 Ford I-6 5 Speed 4x4 2004 Dodge Intrepid- milage maker 1959 Ford Fairlaine, factory a/c 292Yblock- sold 1982 Honda XL500R Always lookin for other old trucks!

03-09-2010, 12:51 AM	#34
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,764	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) I wish it was that easy in MN... __________________ 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

03-09-2010, 11:44 AM	#35
77shortstep Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lebanon, MO Posts: 215	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) thats really cool, nice find ive always been a fan off odd stuff like this __________________ 77 CHEVY - SHORT BED STEP SIDE 2WD 02 CHEVY - EXT CAB SHORT BED Z71 7 INCHES OF LIFT

03-09-2010, 03:05 PM	#36
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Looks great, whats the law like in the USA? Can anyone ride in the back? __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

03-09-2010, 05:01 PM	#37
GMC406 Professional Grade Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hill City KS Posts: 366	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) I'm not sure about that, been wondering myself as I plan on probably havin someone in the back of mine ocasionally, no sense staying in the boring ol pasenger seat when there is so much to do it the back. I know its not an issue in the big RVs but I don't know if these are different or not. __________________ 61 GMC 9' Step Someday it will be a build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3356828 67 C-30 Red Dale motorhome http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...31#post3845531 71 GMC Street performer in the works Waiting for warm weather http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341946 1990 GMC Sierra GT-sold 1983 chevy 4x4-project on hold maybe sell 1969 Triuph GT 6- sold 1996 Ford I-6 5 Speed 4x4 2004 Dodge Intrepid- milage maker 1959 Ford Fairlaine, factory a/c 292Yblock- sold 1982 Honda XL500R Always lookin for other old trucks!

03-09-2010, 08:35 PM	#38
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) I just sold a set of buckets from that exact kind of camper for $700 on Ebay. No console, though. The backs had some weird plywood screwed onto them to cover the backs. Not as nice as the Blazer back covers.

03-09-2010, 11:32 PM	#40
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,987	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) You know what would be cool? Take out the console and buckets and stick a pair of swivel buckets in there so you can spin em around and have more seating while camping. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

09-26-2010, 11:09 PM	#42
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,764	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Pulling back to the top for a board memeber with a nicer twin to this. __________________ 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

09-27-2010, 10:16 AM	#43
72K20 Slow Old Timer Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Decatur, Texas USA Posts: 224	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Sorry for the delayed response but you can find swivel bases to mount your existing seats on. Lots of van/truck conversion companies use them as well as marine applications like fishing boats. Just a thought......

09-27-2010, 10:19 AM	#44
Cbrown67 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MASS Posts: 178	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) That thing is sweet!

09-28-2010, 03:39 AM	#47
CCCC Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Pedro River, SE Arizona Posts: 734	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) Here is one of mine - drove it almost 5,000 miles throughout the west and midwest this summer. The pass-through aspect is very convenient. Great combo - a classic 72 Chev C30 with 402BB and 4 speed and a solid old camper with retro interior. Very comfortable for two - will sleep four. Attached Images __________________ CCCC 67 Sting Ray Coupe 327 4sp; 68 K10 Suburban 327 4sp; 69 K20 Lifted 383 4sp; 69 C80 Fire Truck 478 V6 5sp/2sp; 69 C20 Longhorn 327 4sp; 70 C30 Wrecker 350 4sp; 70 C30 Flat Bed 350 4sp; 71 C20 LWB 350 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer 350 4sp; 72 C30 Flat Bed Gooseneck Hauler with sleeper 350/TH400; 72 C20 Longhorn 402 4sp; 52 Mack LTL Supercharged Cummins 5sp x 3sp; 01 Dodge 5.9 HO Cummins 6spd; 02 Safari Trek 2430 8.1 Vortec on Workhorse Chassis; 03 Silverado 2500 HD 4wd Duramax/Allison Moved but still in the family 70 C20 Custom Camper 350/TH350; 72 K5 Blazer CST Highlander 350/TH350 Recently sent to new homes 72 C30 MoHome 402 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer Conv 350 4sp; 75 GMC 6000 Aerial 350 w Allison; 72 GMC 3500 Utility 350 4sp; 70 GMC 3500, 350 4sp Last edited by CCCC; 09-28-2010 at 03:41 AM.



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09-29-2010, 01:36 AM	#48
CCCC Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Pedro River, SE Arizona Posts: 734	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) The interior of your unit looks very good - well taken care of - and looks like there are some nice upgrades to more modern equipment (refrig and shower stall). The exterior of the camper lookls really good as well and must be leak free in order for the inside to be so nice. Have fun with it. __________________ CCCC 67 Sting Ray Coupe 327 4sp; 68 K10 Suburban 327 4sp; 69 K20 Lifted 383 4sp; 69 C80 Fire Truck 478 V6 5sp/2sp; 69 C20 Longhorn 327 4sp; 70 C30 Wrecker 350 4sp; 70 C30 Flat Bed 350 4sp; 71 C20 LWB 350 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer 350 4sp; 72 C30 Flat Bed Gooseneck Hauler with sleeper 350/TH400; 72 C20 Longhorn 402 4sp; 52 Mack LTL Supercharged Cummins 5sp x 3sp; 01 Dodge 5.9 HO Cummins 6spd; 02 Safari Trek 2430 8.1 Vortec on Workhorse Chassis; 03 Silverado 2500 HD 4wd Duramax/Allison Moved but still in the family 70 C20 Custom Camper 350/TH350; 72 K5 Blazer CST Highlander 350/TH350 Recently sent to new homes 72 C30 MoHome 402 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer Conv 350 4sp; 75 GMC 6000 Aerial 350 w Allison; 72 GMC 3500 Utility 350 4sp; 70 GMC 3500, 350 4sp

09-29-2010, 01:42 AM	#49
CCCC Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Pedro River, SE Arizona Posts: 734	Re: Update on the 72 pig... (motorhome) GMC406 your Red Dale looks realy great - they are well made. Had a big Red Dale pickup camper on a Dodge crew cab back in the 70s and it was a real yatch. Hauled us and the four girls all over the US in comfort and safety. I think they were built in Longmont, CO near where mine (Mitchell) was built. What truck model is under yours? __________________ CCCC 67 Sting Ray Coupe 327 4sp; 68 K10 Suburban 327 4sp; 69 K20 Lifted 383 4sp; 69 C80 Fire Truck 478 V6 5sp/2sp; 69 C20 Longhorn 327 4sp; 70 C30 Wrecker 350 4sp; 70 C30 Flat Bed 350 4sp; 71 C20 LWB 350 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer 350 4sp; 72 C30 Flat Bed Gooseneck Hauler with sleeper 350/TH400; 72 C20 Longhorn 402 4sp; 52 Mack LTL Supercharged Cummins 5sp x 3sp; 01 Dodge 5.9 HO Cummins 6spd; 02 Safari Trek 2430 8.1 Vortec on Workhorse Chassis; 03 Silverado 2500 HD 4wd Duramax/Allison Moved but still in the family 70 C20 Custom Camper 350/TH350; 72 K5 Blazer CST Highlander 350/TH350 Recently sent to new homes 72 C30 MoHome 402 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer Conv 350 4sp; 75 GMC 6000 Aerial 350 w Allison; 72 GMC 3500 Utility 350 4sp; 70 GMC 3500, 350 4sp

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