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Terry'sToy · 06-09-2003, 01:48 AM

I can get my hands on a 72 GMC Sierra Grande 3500 longhorn. The truck has the original Bigblock 402, 4 spd, A/C, very little rust and I'm just wondering if this truck is kinda rare or not?
The price is good regardless, but I would still like to know if the BB and A/C make it worth a good penny.

Thanks

72shadetree · 06-09-2003, 02:00 AM

bb/ac really helps on value plus its a longhorn dont know if its rare

Mike C · 06-09-2003, 08:38 AM

It is pretty rare, but numbers don't affect value on trucks as much as cars. Condition is everything. The manual trans behind the bigblock is even more rare than big block AC. Whatever, sounds like a sweet truck!

Terry'sToy · 06-09-2003, 10:01 AM

Thanks shadetree and Mike, does anyone else have any info?

Thanks

**CPNE** · 06-09-2003, 10:41 AM

Like Mike C said, being a 4 speed BB is unique. All BB were automatics except in 1 tons, where you could order the 4 speed.

We purchased similar vehicle (72 Chevy c/30 Cheyenne) and transplanted drive train into a c10. It's now a ultra-rare C/10 with factory BB and 4 speed granny low - one of a kind

If you change it over to auto, save all the clutch pieces and the bell housing x-member as they are unique and different than the small block pieces.

**Joesjunk** · 06-09-2003, 10:51 AM

[QUOTE]Originally posted by CPNE
[B]Like Mike C said, being a 4 speed BB is unique. All BB were automatics except in 1 tons, where you could order the 4 speed.

Jeff, I have seen several 3/4ton factory BB 4speeds. I have a friend that has a 100% original 72 Cheyenne super 3/4ton with a factory 402/3speed on the column. Has the glove box sticker and it dosent list any tranny option (wich would mean it has the standard 3 speed).
Looked at a 402/4speed GMC Serria Grande last week and it listed the 402/4speed on the glove box sticker also. I have heard of 1/2t 402 stick trucks also??

**CPNE** · 06-09-2003, 11:03 AM

Joe, I'm quoting from the 71 resto pack I got from GM. It lists only auto trannys available in c/10 or c/20 series trucks as drivetrain options with BB. So unless a change was made in 72, I'm spreading misinformation direct from GM. Anyway, sounds like you could get a 4 speed, but again, not a popular choice behind a BB and the clutch pieces are unique and extremely hard to locate.

**Joesjunk** · 06-09-2003, 11:21 AM

Jeff, I will have agree on the 4speed no being a very common tranny with the 402. Both of these trucks were72's?? You never know with GM..LOL...I can buy the 72 GMC 402/4speed for pretty cheap if anyone needs one.

Mike C · 06-09-2003, 11:36 AM

I bought a BB manual trans clutch linkage crossmember setup from Wes that came from a Suburban. I know you could get the manual trans behind the BB in trucks other than the one ton, they just are VERY uncommon. I'm still on the fence about swapping my TH400 for the SM465 in my SB Longhorn parts truck, but I've got the stuff which is 9/10 of the battle!

**CPNE** · 06-09-2003, 11:43 AM

I'll have to re-read my info, maybe I misinterpreted it. Won't be the first time

69sixpackbee · 06-09-2003, 12:20 PM

My '72 Custom/20 is an original 402/4-speed..love it too!

Longhorn Man · 06-09-2003, 03:21 PM

On the Chevy side of the house, there were only 2450 one ton Longhorns made in 72...I think the accepted numbers for GMC is 1/3 of chevy, so we are looking at only about 816 (if you ignore the .6 ...I doubt they made 816.6 trucks

)in '72.
The fact that is is a Sierra Grande makes it a sweet truck. Unlike the 1/2 ton trucks, the 396 and then 402 engines are pretty common in the Longhorn/Custom Camper trucks.
This sounds like a pretty sweet find, and as far as limited production numbers, i would say yeah. I wish I could get you actual numbers, but I would say it is both rare, and very desirable.
Whats the condition of it?

Terry'sToy · 06-10-2003, 01:07 AM

well thanks again everyone for your help. As for the shape; it's pretty decent. It's from Vancouver Island and I'll be the fourth owner. There is no rust in the cab except for a small hole in the cab corners. The underside is great. The body panels are all straight, the paint has been kept original, mint gate and doors, new front fenders and inners from GM and the diff and motor has been completely rebuilt. The wood deck is dead. Drives real nice, no funny noises except the 2 1/2 inch dual bullet mufflers. Air works great.

dinnut · 06-10-2003, 02:37 AM

wow, cool sounding truck... i saw the same thing except on a 73-87, but i think he was lying ( haha)

**CPNE** · 06-10-2003, 09:09 AM

I admit it, I was way wrong.

My 71 resto pack indicates:

1/2 ton BB could be had with automatic or 3 speed column HD manual. NO 4 SPEED floor shifters.

3/4 ton BB could be had with 3 speed manual, 4 speed manual or autos.

1 tons 4 speed or auto.

Anyone have a 3 speed column shift manual BB?

**Joesjunk** · 06-10-2003, 09:28 AM

Jeff, I have a friend that has a 100% original 72 Cheyenne super 3/4ton with a factory 402/3speed on the column. It is the only one I have ever seen.

Longhorn Man · 06-10-2003, 03:08 PM

Joe, does that truck have a high hum, or low on the big block 3 speed?

**Joesjunk** · 06-10-2003, 05:43 PM

I am pretty sure it has a low hump. I would need to look at it again. I don't see it very often.

Rod · 06-10-2003, 06:18 PM

I was in Alabama one time about two years ago and I came across an original 72 BB 402 3 spd on column 3/4 ton... only one I've seen also with that combo.

**too much stuff** · 06-10-2003, 08:01 PM

In my parts collection, i have a 72 cheyenne 1/2 ton, 402 bb, 3 speed column shift. Appears to be correct and original. I think it has low hump also.

06-09-2003, 01:48 AM	#1
Terry'sToy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Victoria B.C Posts: 109	72 longhorn BB with A/C I can get my hands on a 72 GMC Sierra Grande 3500 longhorn. The truck has the original Bigblock 402, 4 spd, A/C, very little rust and I'm just wondering if this truck is kinda rare or not? The price is good regardless, but I would still like to know if the BB and A/C make it worth a good penny. Thanks __________________ 69 GMC 1/2 ton lwb, LS1, headers X-pipe 4L60E Yank 3500 stall 3.73 w/eaton brute force. moroso trick front springs,jeep rear springs, QA1's

06-09-2003, 02:00 AM	#2
72shadetree KEEP ON TRUCKING Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: martinsville va Posts: 2,563	bb/ac really helps on value plus its a longhorn dont know if its rare __________________ 72 cheyenne 2wd lwb 71 k20 sons bassett va

06-09-2003, 08:38 AM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,723	It is pretty rare, but numbers don't affect value on trucks as much as cars. Condition is everything. The manual trans behind the bigblock is even more rare than big block AC. Whatever, sounds like a sweet truck! __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

06-09-2003, 10:01 AM	#4
Terry'sToy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Victoria B.C Posts: 109	Thanks shadetree and Mike, does anyone else have any info? Thanks __________________ 69 GMC 1/2 ton lwb, LS1, headers X-pipe 4L60E Yank 3500 stall 3.73 w/eaton brute force. moroso trick front springs,jeep rear springs, QA1's

06-09-2003, 10:41 AM	#5
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Like Mike C said, being a 4 speed BB is unique. All BB were automatics except in 1 tons, where you could order the 4 speed. We purchased similar vehicle (72 Chevy c/30 Cheyenne) and transplanted drive train into a c10. It's now a ultra-rare C/10 with factory BB and 4 speed granny low - one of a kind If you change it over to auto, save all the clutch pieces and the bell housing x-member as they are unique and different than the small block pieces. __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

06-09-2003, 10:51 AM	#6
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	[QUOTE]Originally posted by CPNE [B]Like Mike C said, being a 4 speed BB is unique. All BB were automatics except in 1 tons, where you could order the 4 speed. Jeff, I have seen several 3/4ton factory BB 4speeds. I have a friend that has a 100% original 72 Cheyenne super 3/4ton with a factory 402/3speed on the column. Has the glove box sticker and it dosent list any tranny option (wich would mean it has the standard 3 speed). Looked at a 402/4speed GMC Serria Grande last week and it listed the 402/4speed on the glove box sticker also. I have heard of 1/2t 402 stick trucks also?? __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

06-09-2003, 11:03 AM	#7
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Joe, I'm quoting from the 71 resto pack I got from GM. It lists only auto trannys available in c/10 or c/20 series trucks as drivetrain options with BB. So unless a change was made in 72, I'm spreading misinformation direct from GM. Anyway, sounds like you could get a 4 speed, but again, not a popular choice behind a BB and the clutch pieces are unique and extremely hard to locate. __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

06-09-2003, 11:21 AM	#8
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Jeff, I will have agree on the 4speed no being a very common tranny with the 402. Both of these trucks were72's?? You never know with GM..LOL...I can buy the 72 GMC 402/4speed for pretty cheap if anyone needs one. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

06-09-2003, 11:36 AM	#9
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,723	I bought a BB manual trans clutch linkage crossmember setup from Wes that came from a Suburban. I know you could get the manual trans behind the BB in trucks other than the one ton, they just are VERY uncommon. I'm still on the fence about swapping my TH400 for the SM465 in my SB Longhorn parts truck, but I've got the stuff which is 9/10 of the battle! __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

06-09-2003, 11:43 AM	#10
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	I'll have to re-read my info, maybe I misinterpreted it. Won't be the first time __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

06-09-2003, 12:20 PM	#11
69sixpackbee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Sabinal, Texas Posts: 1,706	My '72 Custom/20 is an original 402/4-speed..love it too!

06-09-2003, 03:21 PM	#12
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	On the Chevy side of the house, there were only 2450 one ton Longhorns made in 72...I think the accepted numbers for GMC is 1/3 of chevy, so we are looking at only about 816 (if you ignore the .6 ...I doubt they made 816.6 trucks )in '72. The fact that is is a Sierra Grande makes it a sweet truck. Unlike the 1/2 ton trucks, the 396 and then 402 engines are pretty common in the Longhorn/Custom Camper trucks. This sounds like a pretty sweet find, and as far as limited production numbers, i would say yeah. I wish I could get you actual numbers, but I would say it is both rare, and very desirable. Whats the condition of it?

06-10-2003, 01:07 AM	#13
Terry'sToy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Victoria B.C Posts: 109	well thanks again everyone for your help. As for the shape; it's pretty decent. It's from Vancouver Island and I'll be the fourth owner. There is no rust in the cab except for a small hole in the cab corners. The underside is great. The body panels are all straight, the paint has been kept original, mint gate and doors, new front fenders and inners from GM and the diff and motor has been completely rebuilt. The wood deck is dead. Drives real nice, no funny noises except the 2 1/2 inch dual bullet mufflers. Air works great. __________________ 69 GMC 1/2 ton lwb, LS1, headers X-pipe 4L60E Yank 3500 stall 3.73 w/eaton brute force. moroso trick front springs,jeep rear springs, QA1's

06-10-2003, 02:37 AM	#14
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	wow, cool sounding truck... i saw the same thing except on a 73-87, but i think he was lying ( haha) __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

06-10-2003, 09:09 AM	#15
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	I admit it, I was way wrong. My 71 resto pack indicates: 1/2 ton BB could be had with automatic or 3 speed column HD manual. NO 4 SPEED floor shifters. 3/4 ton BB could be had with 3 speed manual, 4 speed manual or autos. 1 tons 4 speed or auto. Anyone have a 3 speed column shift manual BB? __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all



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06-10-2003, 09:28 AM	#16
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Jeff, I have a friend that has a 100% original 72 Cheyenne super 3/4ton with a factory 402/3speed on the column. It is the only one I have ever seen. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

06-10-2003, 03:08 PM	#17
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Joe, does that truck have a high hum, or low on the big block 3 speed?

06-10-2003, 05:43 PM	#18
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	I am pretty sure it has a low hump. I would need to look at it again. I don't see it very often. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

06-10-2003, 06:18 PM	#19
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	I was in Alabama one time about two years ago and I came across an original 72 BB 402 3 spd on column 3/4 ton... only one I've seen also with that combo. __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

06-10-2003, 08:01 PM	#20
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,768	info In my parts collection, i have a 72 cheyenne 1/2 ton, 402 bb, 3 speed column shift. Appears to be correct and original. I think it has low hump also.

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