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f.monroe · 11-19-2010, 10:49 PM

This has to be one of the lowest production number options for the square body that there is . I am sure that there are rarer items but this is pretty rare . I wanted to post pics so while you guys are out looking through the yards , you will know that this is actually factory if you see one. Jeff (BIGBLOCK73) knows the option number for this I think . This is a combo dome and cargo lamp assembly. It tilts down to illuminate the bed or cargo area using the interior dome lamp. It shines through the rear window. It has two large tubular bulbs in it .One operates in normal mode while it is up in the normal position. There is a second bulb that comes on when it is flipped down to illuminate the bed. You can see the contacts that are broken by a tab that is part of the tilt down portion. It is shown in the last picture of the first post. You can also see the contacts in the pictures taken from the rear of the light assembly .When it is put in the normal position it breaks contact on the second light wiring. This thing is bright with just one bulb. When both are on it will draw in bugs from the next county. I did not know these existed until I read a thread about them on this board a few years ago .Enjoy.
Frank

f.monroe · 11-19-2010, 10:50 PM

And two more.

bigblock73 · 11-20-2010, 12:12 AM

Are you still looking for one for me Frank?

BigRed76 · 11-20-2010, 12:13 AM

I gotta say, I may never have a need for one of those but it would be the coolest thing to show off hahaha. Maybe someday I can get ahold of one.

f.monroe · 11-20-2010, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

Are you still looking for one for me Frank?

I am always looking. If I find one ,other than this one , I will let you know . This one is actually nicer than it looks in the pics . I should have cleaned it before the pics but I decided I needed to take the pics and post it while I had it on my mind .
Frank

Maxxd07 · 11-20-2010, 02:14 AM

I didnt realize these were factory options. My 80 has one and that is about the only option it has except for 4wd! (custom deluxe)

*1LOW4X4* · 11-20-2010, 02:24 AM

The design of it looks like it shouldve come from the early 60's

BigRed76 · 11-20-2010, 02:26 AM

JohnC · 11-20-2010, 09:51 AM

That's really cool. Thanks for sharing Frank. I've never seen one of those.

*78 Chevyrado* · 11-20-2010, 10:05 AM

Never Heard of it. That's pretty dang nifty!

SBTork · 11-20-2010, 10:42 AM

per GM...LAMP ASM., dome & cargo comb. GM part number 356267

I show it only being offered from 1976-1978 and only on regular cab trucks (obviously)

Very cool part, never knew it existed until now.

79gmcclassic · 11-20-2010, 01:31 PM

woww

menace121978 · 11-20-2010, 07:42 PM

thanks for posting the pics Frank. thats a pretty cool deal and something i'll keep my eye out for

big_b · 11-20-2010, 09:02 PM

eye gotta have one!!

**Captkaos** · 12-02-2010, 07:18 PM

My buddies truck has one of these one it. He sold the truck I wanted to steal it out of it. I have pics somewhere but definitely a rare option.

THE "10" SILVERADO · 12-02-2010, 09:47 PM

To bad we can't travel time to back then and buy a truck with as many special options we could....

78cheyenne292 · 12-02-2010, 11:49 PM

when i bought my truck the guy took the interior light out and said he wanted it for his because it was a tilt light.. i didnt no what he was talking about but now i really really wish he never took it... i think ill call him in the morning and see if he still has it

83GMCK2500 · 12-03-2010, 01:03 AM

That is AMAZING!!! I have never seen one of those before. I have GOT to put one in my '83. What other rare options/accessories are there for squares? I am all kinds of excited now.

ray_mcavoy · 12-03-2010, 07:57 PM

Cool! I've never seen (or even heard of) those either.

My 77 plow truck must be on the other end of the spectrum ... no dome light at all

**ScottH** · 12-08-2010, 11:37 AM

What is one of these worth? I think I have an NOS one somewhere around.

Thanks.
Scott

thirdstreettito · 12-08-2010, 01:12 PM

It's worth what someone is willing to pay. It is rare, a purist might pay $50-$300 for it. It's basically a crap shoot.

*78 Chevyrado* · 12-08-2010, 06:37 PM

I wonder how much less that cost than the outside cargolight with the switch in the pillar.

f.monroe · 12-08-2010, 07:39 PM

Scott,
They are rare but not always desireable . I personally like it but it is funny looking installed. I think there was an auction on Ebay for one a while back and Jeff (Bigblock73)can probably remember what it went for . If you have one , I know he is looking so PM him if you would . I would like to see a board member end up with it if you have one. If not him , I am interested so put me in line for it . .
Frank

Altec · 12-08-2010, 09:17 PM

Haha. It's sorta like that Spinal Tap "These go to 11" moment.

**ScottH** · 12-08-2010, 11:10 PM

Thanks for the info. I'll have to see if I still have it.

11-19-2010, 10:49 PM	#1
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Rarest of the Rare? This has to be one of the lowest production number options for the square body that there is . I am sure that there are rarer items but this is pretty rare . I wanted to post pics so while you guys are out looking through the yards , you will know that this is actually factory if you see one. Jeff (BIGBLOCK73) knows the option number for this I think . This is a combo dome and cargo lamp assembly. It tilts down to illuminate the bed or cargo area using the interior dome lamp. It shines through the rear window. It has two large tubular bulbs in it .One operates in normal mode while it is up in the normal position. There is a second bulb that comes on when it is flipped down to illuminate the bed. You can see the contacts that are broken by a tab that is part of the tilt down portion. It is shown in the last picture of the first post. You can also see the contacts in the pictures taken from the rear of the light assembly .When it is put in the normal position it breaks contact on the second light wiring. This thing is bright with just one bulb. When both are on it will draw in bugs from the next county. I did not know these existed until I read a thread about them on this board a few years ago .Enjoy. Frank Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State ! Last edited by f.monroe; 11-19-2010 at 10:55 PM.

11-19-2010, 10:50 PM	#2
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Rarest of the Rare? And two more. Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State ! Last edited by f.monroe; 11-19-2010 at 10:51 PM.

11-20-2010, 12:12 AM	#3
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Rarest of the Rare? Are you still looking for one for me Frank? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

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BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Rarest of the Rare? I gotta say, I may never have a need for one of those but it would be the coolest thing to show off hahaha. Maybe someday I can get ahold of one. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

11-20-2010, 02:14 AM	#6
Maxxd07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: ND Posts: 520	Re: Rarest of the Rare? I didnt realize these were factory options. My 80 has one and that is about the only option it has except for 4wd! (custom deluxe) __________________ Name: Les ---------------------- Couple 80s Couple 70s One 68

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1LOW4X4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 189	Re: Rarest of the Rare? The design of it looks like it shouldve come from the early 60's

11-20-2010, 02:26 AM	#8
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Rarest of the Rare? __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

11-20-2010, 09:51 AM	#9
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Rarest of the Rare? That's really cool. Thanks for sharing Frank. I've never seen one of those.

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11-20-2010, 10:42 AM	#11
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: Rarest of the Rare? per GM...LAMP ASM., dome & cargo comb. GM part number 356267 I show it only being offered from 1976-1978 and only on regular cab trucks (obviously) Very cool part, never knew it existed until now. __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

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79gmcclassic Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Green bay, Wisconsin Posts: 593	Re: Rarest of the Rare? woww __________________ 1979 GMC Sierra Classic Freshly lowered 5 inches

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menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Rarest of the Rare? thanks for posting the pics Frank. thats a pretty cool deal and something i'll keep my eye out for __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

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12-02-2010, 11:49 PM	#17
78cheyenne292 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tavistock Ontario Posts: 79	Re: Rarest of the Rare? when i bought my truck the guy took the interior light out and said he wanted it for his because it was a tilt light.. i didnt no what he was talking about but now i really really wish he never took it... i think ill call him in the morning and see if he still has it

12-03-2010, 01:03 AM	#18
83GMCK2500 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Beaverton, OR from WA State Posts: 1,515	Re: Rarest of the Rare? That is AMAZING!!! I have never seen one of those before. I have GOT to put one in my '83. What other rare options/accessories are there for squares? I am all kinds of excited now. __________________ Devin 1983 GMC High Sierra 2500, 4x4, RC/LB, 400 S.B., SM-465, NP-208, Corporate 10 bolt & 9.5" 14 bolt 1996 GMC Sierra SLE 3500 DRW, 4x4, EC/LB, Vortec 454, NV-4500, BW-4401, AAM 925 & AAM 1050 1997 GMC Sierra SLT 1500 4x4, Z71/F44, EC/SB, Vortec 350 My Introduction with my '83s History New Daily, the '96

12-03-2010, 07:57 PM	#19
ray_mcavoy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Sherman, ME Posts: 2,358	Re: Rarest of the Rare? Cool! I've never seen (or even heard of) those either. My 77 plow truck must be on the other end of the spectrum ... no dome light at all Last edited by ray_mcavoy; 12-03-2010 at 07:57 PM.

12-08-2010, 11:37 AM	#20
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,187	Re: Rarest of the Rare? What is one of these worth? I think I have an NOS one somewhere around. Thanks. Scott __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

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thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Rarest of the Rare? It's worth what someone is willing to pay. It is rare, a purist might pay $50-$300 for it. It's basically a crap shoot. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

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78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: Rarest of the Rare? I wonder how much less that cost than the outside cargolight with the switch in the pillar.

12-08-2010, 07:39 PM	#23
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Rarest of the Rare? Scott, They are rare but not always desireable . I personally like it but it is funny looking installed. I think there was an auction on Ebay for one a while back and Jeff (Bigblock73)can probably remember what it went for . If you have one , I know he is looking so PM him if you would . I would like to see a board member end up with it if you have one. If not him , I am interested so put me in line for it . . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

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12-08-2010, 11:10 PM	#25
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,187	Re: Rarest of the Rare? Thanks for the info. I'll have to see if I still have it. __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

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