71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

blakeaz33 · 12-10-2007, 09:10 AM

I saw a stretched cab some time ago on eBay, can't remember the exact year but it was a 67-72. I remember it having about 6" added mid door, so the dimensions of the cab looked correct - just a longer door, and it was a short bed. I have a nice 71 cheyenne super long bed that is clean and complete that I am thinking of doing a similar conversion to - stretching the cab and changing to factory dimension short bed. I'm measuring some newer trucks to try and determine what to add. Looking for any feedback from the forum on similar projects, length to stretch, opinions, etc. I like my truck and enjoy it, I am just too cramped and I think this would be an interesting project. The oringinal truck I saw was very well executed, you had to really study it to figure out what was different about it which is what I would be looking to accomplish along with the more comfortable cab. Thanks in advance for comments.

**71blksuper4x4** · 12-11-2007, 02:02 PM

There used to be pics of a silver truck with what I think was 6 inches added to the doors and the rest of the cab. It was professionally done. When all the guys seen it on here, they said it would be a lot of work to get it done. You wouldn't just add to the doors, but butcher up the cab to make this work. You would have to account for all body lines, drip rail, roof lines. I think it would be a very tedious job if that's what your asking.

blakeaz33 · 12-11-2007, 02:28 PM

The truck you're describing sounds like the one I remember. I've spent some time on the scope of work and everything involved. I'm planning on a frame of rotisserie restore on my truck at some point and figure the stretch would add another month or so to the project with a good second donor truck. I've laid out the cuts to keep everything looking right, door controls and functions operating with stock internal compenents. Just have to decide if I want to tackle this project. Thanks for the reply, I was curious to see if anyone else was familiar with the truck. I'm new to the forum an have been really impressed with the content and projects on the site.

hotrodhomi · 12-11-2007, 02:39 PM

like this one? http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/503084533.html

HotGMC · 12-11-2007, 04:23 PM

i think he is talking about not exactly an extented cab truck, but the cab looks normal but streched out.. mabye to get more legroom and such

ThatOneBlue67 · 12-11-2007, 04:28 PM

Sounds to me like you're going for the 75 El Camino look

**jerry moss** · 12-11-2007, 04:50 PM

that CL truck belongs to board member extd56-i believe the name is correct- he lives pretty close to me

Frizzle Fry · 12-11-2007, 05:53 PM

Here's a few I have saved. Sorry no info:

hotrodhomi · 12-11-2007, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Here's a few I have saved. Sorry no info:

I think you have two different trucks there. The work in progress has a different roof line and side windows. The finished truck looks bas A$s.

bad6772 · 12-11-2007, 06:15 PM

^would agree.....but both are kick a$$....
tony

Frizzle Fry · 12-11-2007, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

I think you have two different trucks there.

yep...

cstanley · 12-11-2007, 06:38 PM

not certain, but i think if you threw the 67-72 body on a late-model frame, 6" is about what the cab difference would be. perhaps that's where the dim. came from?

blakeaz33 · 12-11-2007, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by cstanley

not certain, but i think if you threw the 67-72 body on a late-model frame, 6" is about what the cab difference would be. perhaps that's where the dim. came from?

That could be, 6" puts the rear edge of the door right about at the front edge of the bed right now.

wibilly · 12-11-2007, 07:49 PM

the roofline in the second cab looks like it was built around a factory window and window frame from another application. i would love to have that extra few inches between the and dash and a little more laid back windshield on a lovered shortend lwb frame with 67 sheet metal. i better stop now i'm geting crazy ideas. those are both nice

bouncytruck · 12-11-2007, 08:19 PM

There was one running around the seattle area about 2 years ago called "legroom" The cab was stretched 5". It almost made it look like it was chopped a bit, but very well done.

**BOSS** · 12-11-2007, 08:37 PM

If i had the talent or the cash for someone else to do it i think it would be the one mod that would make the truck more comfortabl then any others.I love them but they are a little tight in places.

cstanley · 12-11-2007, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOSS

If i had the talent or the cash for someone else to do it i think it would be the one mod that would make the truck more comfortabl then any others.I love them but they are a little tight in places.

i think that's ultimately why i switched to a blazer. acres of legroom with re-mounted seats.

toomanytoyz · 12-11-2007, 09:09 PM

Another Shot of That Silver Stepper That Friz Posted.................

Rick

**BOSS** · 12-11-2007, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by cstanley

i think that's ultimately why i switched to a blazer. acres of legroom with re-mounted seats.

You make a very good point there and i bet it would be alot cheaper also.....lol.even one of them RARE 2WD'S

12-10-2007, 09:10 AM	#1
blakeaz33 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 152	71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab I saw a stretched cab some time ago on eBay, can't remember the exact year but it was a 67-72. I remember it having about 6" added mid door, so the dimensions of the cab looked correct - just a longer door, and it was a short bed. I have a nice 71 cheyenne super long bed that is clean and complete that I am thinking of doing a similar conversion to - stretching the cab and changing to factory dimension short bed. I'm measuring some newer trucks to try and determine what to add. Looking for any feedback from the forum on similar projects, length to stretch, opinions, etc. I like my truck and enjoy it, I am just too cramped and I think this would be an interesting project. The oringinal truck I saw was very well executed, you had to really study it to figure out what was different about it which is what I would be looking to accomplish along with the more comfortable cab. Thanks in advance for comments.

12-11-2007, 02:02 PM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab There used to be pics of a silver truck with what I think was 6 inches added to the doors and the rest of the cab. It was professionally done. When all the guys seen it on here, they said it would be a lot of work to get it done. You wouldn't just add to the doors, but butcher up the cab to make this work. You would have to account for all body lines, drip rail, roof lines. I think it would be a very tedious job if that's what your asking. __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

12-11-2007, 02:28 PM	#3
blakeaz33 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 152	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab The truck you're describing sounds like the one I remember. I've spent some time on the scope of work and everything involved. I'm planning on a frame of rotisserie restore on my truck at some point and figure the stretch would add another month or so to the project with a good second donor truck. I've laid out the cuts to keep everything looking right, door controls and functions operating with stock internal compenents. Just have to decide if I want to tackle this project. Thanks for the reply, I was curious to see if anyone else was familiar with the truck. I'm new to the forum an have been really impressed with the content and projects on the site.

12-11-2007, 02:39 PM	#4
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab like this one? http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/503084533.html __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

12-11-2007, 04:23 PM	#5
HotGMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Stockton, Ca Posts: 128	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab i think he is talking about not exactly an extented cab truck, but the cab looks normal but streched out.. mabye to get more legroom and such

12-11-2007, 04:28 PM	#6
ThatOneBlue67 I survived Dead Man's Curve. Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: The Nine-Five-687 Posts: 389	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab Sounds to me like you're going for the 75 El Camino look __________________ "The people should not be afraid of their government. The government should be afraid of it's people." "The Hurricane" 1967 Chevrolet C10 350 Eight Cylinder, 700R4 BowtieOverdrive *Cherry Bomb...* Disturbing the Peace Since 1968.

12-11-2007, 04:50 PM	#7
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,947	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab that CL truck belongs to board member extd56-i believe the name is correct- he lives pretty close to me __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

12-11-2007, 05:53 PM	#8
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab Here's a few I have saved. Sorry no info: Attached Images

12-11-2007, 06:15 PM	#10
bad6772 Official Site Guitar Shredder Join Date: May 2006 Location: Oz Posts: 3,955	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab ^would agree.....but both are kick a$$.... tony

12-11-2007, 06:38 PM	#12
cstanley Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,229	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab not certain, but i think if you threw the 67-72 body on a late-model frame, 6" is about what the cab difference would be. perhaps that's where the dim. came from? __________________ "Anybody who would paint his truck like this, would go to a minister's funeral dressed in feathers!" - Big Enis Burdett '72 Blazer Restoration Blog: http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/

12-11-2007, 07:49 PM	#14
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab the roofline in the second cab looks like it was built around a factory window and window frame from another application. i would love to have that extra few inches between the and dash and a little more laid back windshield on a lovered shortend lwb frame with 67 sheet metal. i better stop now i'm geting crazy ideas. those are both nice __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

12-11-2007, 08:19 PM	#15
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab There was one running around the seattle area about 2 years ago called "legroom" The cab was stretched 5". It almost made it look like it was chopped a bit, but very well done. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-11-2007, 08:37 PM	#16
BOSS Just here to help Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Norwood,Mo Posts: 3,890	Re: 71 Cheyenne Super Stretch Cab If i had the talent or the cash for someone else to do it i think it would be the one mod that would make the truck more comfortabl then any others.I love them but they are a little tight in places. __________________ Support our site Norwood Survivor

12-11-2007, 09:09 PM	#18
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