How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sameyrasmea72 · 06-09-2007, 07:32 PM

My 97 Tahoe is just to short to pull my heavy trailer, so I bought the yellow 72 4x4 to do the work. But it was a little rough for my taste so I bought the blue one. It is a 72, BB, tilt/tach, front and rear air with a ¾ ton rear end.

One of the previous owners was a racer and used it to haul/push his drag car so I am hoping the engine is a hoss. I don’t think the engine is the original 402. I hope it is a 454 or a 427, but I have not had time to confirm it.

Anyway I just wanted to see if any of ya’ll have used these burbs to haul with. I think it would be cool to use it haul my project to shows/ events, but I also need it to haul my junk trucks around.

sameyrasmea72 · 06-09-2007, 07:35 PM

pics

spyderman1977 · 06-09-2007, 07:53 PM

What kind of towing are you doing? I use the wife's 95 Yukon 4wd to drag just about anything and haven't had much trouble. I also had a 93 Burb but I like the Yukon over the Burb as far as dragging trailers.

Although the Burb should do the job. It looks like the front is still half ton. You might want to look at getting the larger 3/4 ton front to match the rear for better braking.

Just my 2 cents. Lots of decent looking trucks there in that yard as well

Paul

GREASEMONKEY72 · 06-10-2007, 05:16 AM

thats a nice rig, i love it, looks/color and all, i wouldnt change anything about it exept put new tires on it and thats it

arkracing · 06-10-2007, 10:20 AM

SWEET! I wish it was mine to tow with. The longer wheelbase makes highway towing nice. Looks pretty rust free

I agree on the front end though - take a 3/4 ton front crossmember and shove it in there for the bigger brakes. You should have a couple in stock right?

sameyrasmea72 · 06-10-2007, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by GREASEMONKEY72

thats a nice rig, i love it, looks/color and all, i wouldnt change anything about it exept put new tires on it and thats it

Thanks, I love the fact that it is mostly original paint and that the primer is showing through.I need to finish compounding it and wax it and I think I will paint the roof white with a touch of flat so it won't look brand new.

That's not a bad idea about the frontend. I think I should have the parts around here somewhere.

The burb also came with a parts burb that is pretty nice and full of extra parts

arkracing · 06-10-2007, 02:55 PM

Man I'd take the "parts burb"

you guys down/west are lucky to find such clean sheetmetal. I think I need to take a road trip with a 3 car hauler or something.

LUV2XCLR8 · 06-10-2007, 03:02 PM

Is that your yard? or one close to selling?

**Yukon Jack** · 06-11-2007, 11:31 AM

Should be a great tow vehicle, just be sure the brake system is up to the task.

sameyrasmea72 · 06-11-2007, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by arkracing

Man I'd take the "parts burb"

you guys down/west are lucky to find such clean sheetmetal. I think I need to take a road trip with a 3 car hauler or something.

Come on down and get five or so of mine. I can't get rid of the sheet metal around here.

06-09-2007, 07:32 PM	#1
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? My 97 Tahoe is just to short to pull my heavy trailer, so I bought the yellow 72 4x4 to do the work. But it was a little rough for my taste so I bought the blue one. It is a 72, BB, tilt/tach, front and rear air with a ¾ ton rear end. One of the previous owners was a racer and used it to haul/push his drag car so I am hoping the engine is a hoss. I don’t think the engine is the original 402. I hope it is a 454 or a 427, but I have not had time to confirm it. Anyway I just wanted to see if any of ya’ll have used these burbs to haul with. I think it would be cool to use it haul my project to shows/ events, but I also need it to haul my junk trucks around. Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd

06-09-2007, 07:35 PM	#2
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? pics Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd

06-09-2007, 07:53 PM	#3
spyderman1977 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta, Tx Posts: 56	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? What kind of towing are you doing? I use the wife's 95 Yukon 4wd to drag just about anything and haven't had much trouble. I also had a 93 Burb but I like the Yukon over the Burb as far as dragging trailers. Although the Burb should do the job. It looks like the front is still half ton. You might want to look at getting the larger 3/4 ton front to match the rear for better braking. Just my 2 cents. Lots of decent looking trucks there in that yard as well Paul

06-10-2007, 05:16 AM	#4
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? thats a nice rig, i love it, looks/color and all, i wouldnt change anything about it exept put new tires on it and thats it __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

06-10-2007, 10:20 AM	#5
arkracing Weekend Warrior Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: CT Posts: 1,787	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? SWEET! I wish it was mine to tow with. The longer wheelbase makes highway towing nice. Looks pretty rust free I agree on the front end though - take a 3/4 ton front crossmember and shove it in there for the bigger brakes. You should have a couple in stock right? __________________ -'07 GMC Sierra K2500HD -'66 C10 Suburban -'68/'71 K20 Service Bed Project -'69 Chevy C30 Mason Dump -'33Ford P/U 396ChevyPowered

06-10-2007, 02:55 PM	#7
arkracing Weekend Warrior Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: CT Posts: 1,787	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? Man I'd take the "parts burb" you guys down/west are lucky to find such clean sheetmetal. I think I need to take a road trip with a 3 car hauler or something. __________________ -'07 GMC Sierra K2500HD -'66 C10 Suburban -'68/'71 K20 Service Bed Project -'69 Chevy C30 Mason Dump -'33Ford P/U 396ChevyPowered

06-10-2007, 03:02 PM	#8
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? Is that your yard? or one close to selling? __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

06-11-2007, 11:31 AM	#9
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: How do you think this burb will do as a tow rig? Should be a great tow vehicle, just be sure the brake system is up to the task. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14



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