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Camaro68396 · 11-04-2013, 05:56 PM

Hello fellow forumers! Recently, my family has acquired a 1971 Chevy C-20 with the Custom Camper option. I'm wondering if this is a rare option because we can't find anything about any Custom Camper 20 option anywhere. Even in the Chevy truck restoration catalogue we can't find any badging or parts referring to a Custom Camper option. What do we have here, a rare truck or something that is common.

**leddzepp** · 11-04-2013, 06:34 PM

Not rare at all, however the custom camper badges are not reproduced so you won't find them in any catalogue.

Sicklajoie · 11-04-2013, 06:54 PM

PM sent.

**jocko** · 11-04-2013, 07:00 PM

It is just a "nice to have" option, but keep in mind it only gives you the nameplate - all other camper stuff, if ordered, will show up on the SPID. The nameplate also supersedes your fender trim level callout, so a more appropriate question is what else dies your truck have? Trim level, opts, etc. I have a 71 custom camper 20 also, it's a Cheyenne Super and that is what makes it a little desirable to someone (ok, maybe just me). Ha. Welcome, and post some pics!

Camaro68396 · 11-04-2013, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jocko

It is just a "nice to have" option, but keep in mind it only gives you the nameplate - all other camper stuff, if ordered, will show up on the SPID. The nameplate also supersedes your fender trim level callout, so a more appropriate question is what else dies your truck have? Trim level, opts, etc. I have a 71 custom camper 20 also, it's a Cheyenne Super and that is what makes it a little desirable to someone (ok, maybe just me). Ha. Welcome, and post some pics!

Will do! I'll post them once my father brings it up to our house. For now, I'll tell ou a little about it. It's been in the family since 1973. It's a TRUE survivor. The paint is almost perfect, plus it's original. It's orange with 2 gas tanks. Which, by he way, is 2 gas tanks any rare?

**Already Gone** · 11-04-2013, 07:26 PM

subscribed

Tinkermc · 11-04-2013, 09:09 PM

Welcome to the forum

**special-K** · 11-04-2013, 09:40 PM

I don't know much,but I do know exactly where Dornsife is. I was just there in Sept for the 7-Miler. Nice area to drive the Custom Camper/20!

Zach B · 11-04-2013, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro68396

Will do! I'll post them once my father brings it up to our house. For now, I'll tell ou a little about it. It's been in the family since 1973. It's a TRUE survivor. The paint is almost perfect, plus it's original. It's orange with 2 gas tanks. Which, by he way, is 2 gas tanks any rare?

I was unaware chevy offered 2 tanks in 71. According to everything I have read they created the square bodies for 2 tanks because they wanted to offer a 40 gallon fuel capacity. If I fact that is original I would be more interested in the 2 tanks instead of the emblems. I would do some research if I were you. 71 was the body before the square body and two years before it.

Camaro68396 · 11-04-2013, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Zach B

I was unaware chevy offered 2 tanks in 71. According to everything I have read they created the square bodies for 2 tanks because they wanted to offer a 40 gallon fuel capacity. If I fact that is original I would be more interested in the 2 tanks instead of the emblems. I would do some research if I were you. 71 was the body before the square body and two years before it.

Same here, an extra gas tank isn't even on the sticker with all of the options included on the truck on the Glove Compartment door. My Great Grandfather, who was the previous owner, did modify the truck for long road trips. The truck has been in 48 states, so maybe at some point he installed it or maybe it was some sort of dealer installed add on.

**leddzepp** · 11-04-2013, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Zach B

I was unaware chevy offered 2 tanks in 71. According to everything I have read they created the square bodies for 2 tanks because they wanted to offer a 40 gallon fuel capacity. If I fact that is original I would be more interested in the 2 tanks instead of the emblems. I would do some research if I were you. 71 was the body before the square body and two years before it.

They are probably dealer added saddle tanks. Very common on a camper truck. It could also have the optional factory auxiliary tank as well. We won't know until we see a picture

Camaro68396 · 11-04-2013, 10:25 PM

Here's the options list included with the truck in the glove compartment.

Zach B · 11-05-2013, 12:12 AM

That really cool. Forgot about dealer options.

Sillyoldman · 11-05-2013, 12:20 AM

Post a picture of the seat please.

**Joesjunk** · 11-05-2013, 09:33 AM

Cool truck!

Camaro68396 · 11-05-2013, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

Cool truck!

I know, right! What makes it even better is we know where the original camper part is and its in fair condition. We just need to buy it back. Other than that, the truck is as complete at any truck can get.

**WIDESIDE72** · 11-05-2013, 10:04 AM

Custom camper not too rare, but sounds like a nice truck. Too bad it doesnt have the rare "corvette engine" like you see mentionedin so many c list ads.

On a side note, i see the truck has the much sought after "E81 floorboard" option. I have parted a few rusty trucks and laughed to myself that they didnt have this option from the factory. :Lol: What exactly is this actually in reference to? Is it the wood bed floor?

**Joesjunk** · 11-05-2013, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

Custom camper not too rare, but sounds like a nice truck. Too bad it doesnt have the rare "corvette engine" like you see mentionedin so many c list ads.

On a side note, i see the truck has the much sought after "E81 floorboard" option. I have parted a few rusty trucks and laughed to myself that they didnt have this option from the factory. :Lol: What exactly is this actually in reference to? Is it the wood bed floor?

That is the option for the wood bed floor

11-04-2013, 05:56 PM	#1
Camaro68396 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Dornsife, Pennsylvania Posts: 5	How rare is this option? Hello fellow forumers! Recently, my family has acquired a 1971 Chevy C-20 with the Custom Camper option. I'm wondering if this is a rare option because we can't find anything about any Custom Camper 20 option anywhere. Even in the Chevy truck restoration catalogue we can't find any badging or parts referring to a Custom Camper option. What do we have here, a rare truck or something that is common.

11-04-2013, 06:34 PM	#2
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,996	Re: How rare is this option? Not rare at all, however the custom camper badges are not reproduced so you won't find them in any catalogue. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

11-04-2013, 06:54 PM	#3
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,493	Re: How rare is this option? PM sent. __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

11-04-2013, 07:00 PM	#4
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,954	Re: How rare is this option? It is just a "nice to have" option, but keep in mind it only gives you the nameplate - all other camper stuff, if ordered, will show up on the SPID. The nameplate also supersedes your fender trim level callout, so a more appropriate question is what else dies your truck have? Trim level, opts, etc. I have a 71 custom camper 20 also, it's a Cheyenne Super and that is what makes it a little desirable to someone (ok, maybe just me). Ha. Welcome, and post some pics!

11-04-2013, 07:26 PM	#6
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,108	Re: How rare is this option? subscribed __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

11-04-2013, 09:09 PM	#7
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: How rare is this option? Welcome to the forum

11-04-2013, 09:40 PM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: How rare is this option? I don't know much,but I do know exactly where Dornsife is. I was just there in Sept for the 7-Miler. Nice area to drive the Custom Camper/20! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-04-2013, 10:25 PM	#12
Camaro68396 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Dornsife, Pennsylvania Posts: 5	Re: How rare is this option? Here's the options list included with the truck in the glove compartment. Attached Images

11-05-2013, 12:12 AM	#13
Zach B Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: El Dorado Springs Missouri Posts: 246	Re: How rare is this option? That really cool. Forgot about dealer options.

11-05-2013, 12:20 AM	#14
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: How rare is this option? Post a picture of the seat please. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

11-05-2013, 09:33 AM	#15
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,691	Re: How rare is this option? Cool truck! __________________ 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

11-05-2013, 10:04 AM	#17
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,494	Re: How rare is this option? Custom camper not too rare, but sounds like a nice truck. Too bad it doesnt have the rare "corvette engine" like you see mentionedin so many c list ads. On a side note, i see the truck has the much sought after "E81 floorboard" option. I have parted a few rusty trucks and laughed to myself that they didnt have this option from the factory. :Lol: What exactly is this actually in reference to? Is it the wood bed floor?



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