Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**HeloCrewChief** · 10-31-2019, 10:07 PM

Spotted this guy for sale about 30 minutes from me. Unfortunately I was back East for work and had to buy it in the blind. I was very happy with it once I picked it up. I think they only made 1379 3/4 4X4 Suburban’s in 1972. This one seems to have had some work done 15-20 years ago. It runs and drives. Has a bad exhaust leak and the engine seems weak. SPID is intact, stock radio hole and roof and cowl are solid which are all requirements for me. I have a set of steel 8 lug wheels and 3/4 ton hubcaps in my parts stash which will be going on first. Next on the list is some window regulator and door latch work. Going with a 15” stock blue steering wheel and a few other clean up items for the interior. Pulling the window tint off ASAP as well. Finally I’m going to try and track down a 71-72 350 in good running shape for it that I can detail to stock looking condition.

Killer Bee · 10-31-2019, 10:09 PM

looks in great shape, killer bee approved!!

Bigdav160 · 11-01-2019, 06:53 AM

Looks good and welcome to the club!

68panelman · 11-01-2019, 08:00 AM

Very nice, congrats

CG · 11-01-2019, 03:09 PM

Cool find. I know you'll do it right. I might have a few burb things I wont be using for my panel. Shoot me a text if you think of something you need.

Average Joe · 11-01-2019, 11:26 PM

Great find!

**HO455** · 11-02-2019, 09:20 AM

Congratulations! Were you looking for a blue one or did it just turn out that way?
Looking forward to more on it.

pwdcougar · 11-03-2019, 08:48 PM

Great find! Same color comb I want to do on my 70. Barn doors or hatch?

Paul

DeadPhish · 11-05-2019, 02:52 PM

wow Great find. Ive been looking for that truck for years. Good Luck

**HeloCrewChief** · 11-10-2019, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HO455

Congratulations! Were you looking for a blue one or did it just turn out that way?
Looking forward to more on it.

I was not looking for a Blue one in particular. I'm sure glad that 68 sold before I found this one. This one ended up being a much better deal in my opinion.

CG · 11-10-2019, 08:53 PM

If you are going to go white steel with these I have a set of the Ford 8 luggers that are popular. I think 16x7 (Ill have to look at em).

**HeloCrewChief** · 11-11-2019, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CG

If you are going to go white steel with these I have a set of the Ford 8 luggers that are popular. I think 16x7 (Ill have to look at em).

Had some steel 8 lugs stashed away and 3/4 ton hubcaps so, I'm all set there. Thank you though. Just in need f the other parts I sent you a list of.

**LockDoc** · 11-11-2019, 12:21 PM

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Not sure what you mean by engine seems weak. I would do a compression and vacuum check on it first thing. That would tell a lot on engine condition. I would do some checking before I replaced it. Could be bad plugs, ignition problems, or fuel problems. My Red/White '71 Chevy pickup didn't seem to have much power when I first got it and I finally traced it down to the fuel sock on the in tank pickup tube. Replaced that and blew out the fuel lines and it ran great after that.

Just some thoughts.

LockDoc

**HeloCrewChief** · 05-29-2020, 06:11 PM

Had a major snag being gone for work most of this year so far. Got home last week and have been hitting it pretty hard. Picked up all my goodies from the powder coated. Before I left for work, I had finished the front suspension for the most part. Redhead steering box and Rightway springs with an added leaf pack. Hoping to have it running and driving in the next few weeks. I decided to replace the engine wiring harness so, I’m waiting on that now.

-Oliver

**HeloCrewChief** · 05-29-2020, 06:15 PM

I installed steel 8 lug wheels powder coated white and some 3/4 hubcaps I had laying around. Looks much better. I also bought new bumpers, carpet and a stock style 15” steering wheel.

CG · 05-29-2020, 06:43 PM

Looking really nice!

**HO455** · 05-29-2020, 08:20 PM

Man she's a real looker! Great work.

**richard2717** · 05-30-2020, 08:13 AM

Could you post a pic of the 15'' wheel installed? What is your impression of it? does it feel good quality?

**HeloCrewChief** · 05-30-2020, 11:22 PM

Thanks guys and thanks Mark for all the parts you’ve helped me out with. I’m having the tailgate painted to match and when I decide to do new tires, I’ll powder coat the wheels you gave me so, I can get rid of the 16.5’s. I really like the steering wheel. I have always ran Comfort Grips in all my rides from my Chevelle to my 78 Jimmy I had. These just feel better and not as skinny. Quality is impressive. Not the best picture of the steering wheel but, it’s the only one on my phone.

**HeloCrewChief** · 08-26-2020, 03:22 PM

Well, I ran into a few snags with the Suburban but, thanks to Randy Lucero aka Randy500; things seem to be back on track. I purchased the engine from someone here on the forum and lets just say it was not great. Cam was wiped out and no compression. Anyway, by the time I got this thing running I had about 2 weeks left until I had to go back to work outside of the country for 10 weeks. As I type this, I'm sitting in my hotel room on day 12 of my quarantine period before I can even start work. I was finishing up some major home projects (converting my three single garage door garage to two 16' garage doors). I was a bit tired from tackling projects on my break and I knew I did not have time before I left to tear back into the Suburban. Randy came recommended to me a few years back when Keith (praiseguitarman) had him install factory A/C in his Blazer. Keith told me the quality of craftsmanship was excellent and done quick. I do not know how Randy does it but, he can crank out impressive work in short order. Anyway, I decided to leave the Suburban with him before I left out of town for work. He has a contact for an old school engine rebuilder. The guy knocked out a stock long block rebuild for $1200. He already has the engine back in it and running again. Sounds and looks great! I hate tapping out on projects but, with as busy as I have gotten in the last few years I've found it really is worth it to get a helping hand and keep a project moving forward instead of getting burnt out.

**HeloCrewChief** · 08-26-2020, 03:24 PM

Front suspension

**HeloCrewChief** · 08-26-2020, 03:32 PM

My garage project I had going on at the same time as the Suburban engine install. This was one of the larger home projects I've tackled on my own. I rented a beam jack to get those glulam beams up. I took advantage and went up 1' so, I have 8' tall doors now and did the direct drive openers so, there is no overhead garage door opener. Really cleaned up the ceilings. Finished it right before I left.

**72 Super** · 08-26-2020, 09:23 PM

Your burb is coming along nicely. Also nice garage also!

Ray

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2020, 09:31 PM

The suburban is looking very nice! The garage door project turned out really nice as well!

CG · 08-27-2020, 01:44 PM

Looking great, both projects! I went down to Frank and Wes's last Friday picking up more parts for my C30 and I was going to stop in at Randy's to check out your Burb, but by the time I finished down there it was ugly Friday traffic and I was over the sitting and going nowhere. I cut over to Puyallup and went that way home (still got some traffic) to avoid the N bound I-5 mess.

10-31-2019, 10:07 PM	#1
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Spotted this guy for sale about 30 minutes from me. Unfortunately I was back East for work and had to buy it in the blind. I was very happy with it once I picked it up. I think they only made 1379 3/4 4X4 Suburban’s in 1972. This one seems to have had some work done 15-20 years ago. It runs and drives. Has a bad exhaust leak and the engine seems weak. SPID is intact, stock radio hole and roof and cowl are solid which are all requirements for me. I have a set of steel 8 lug wheels and 3/4 ton hubcaps in my parts stash which will be going on first. Next on the list is some window regulator and door latch work. Going with a 15” stock blue steering wheel and a few other clean up items for the interior. Pulling the window tint off ASAP as well. Finally I’m going to try and track down a 71-72 350 in good running shape for it that I can detail to stock looking condition. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

10-31-2019, 10:09 PM	#2
Killer Bee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Barber City, CA Posts: 4,816	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb looks in great shape, killer bee approved!! __________________ *I started out with nothing - and I still have most of it*

11-01-2019, 06:53 AM	#3
Bigdav160 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Klein Texas Posts: 3,852	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Looks good and welcome to the club! __________________ My Classics: '72 K20 Suburban + '65 Dodge Town Wagon '72 Corvette Roadster +'67 Corvette Roadster '73 Z-28 Camaro '63 Ford SWB Uni Pickup '50 Ford Coupe

11-01-2019, 08:00 AM	#4
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,457	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Very nice, congrats

11-01-2019, 03:09 PM	#5
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,034	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Cool find. I know you'll do it right. I might have a few burb things I wont be using for my panel. Shoot me a text if you think of something you need. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

11-01-2019, 11:26 PM	#6
Average Joe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 1,352	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Great find! __________________ 1967 C10 Suburban 454/TH400/3.07's An Average Joe and His 'Burb: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=775843

11-02-2019, 09:20 AM	#7
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,393	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Congratulations! Were you looking for a blue one or did it just turn out that way? Looking forward to more on it. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

11-03-2019, 08:48 PM	#8
pwdcougar Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,307	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Great find! Same color comb I want to do on my 70. Barn doors or hatch? Paul __________________ "You know that little thing in your head that keeps you from saying things you shouldn't? Yeah well, I don't have one of those" 1969 Mercury Cougar Standard 4 speed 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible 1970 4WD Chevrolet Suburban 1997 4WD Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab Short Bed (purchased new January 1997)

11-05-2019, 02:52 PM	#9
DeadPhish Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massapequa NY Posts: 27	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb wow Great find. Ive been looking for that truck for years. Good Luck Last edited by LockDoc; 11-05-2019 at 05:58 PM. Reason: Removed WTB indication

11-10-2019, 08:53 PM	#11
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,034	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb If you are going to go white steel with these I have a set of the Ford 8 luggers that are popular. I think 16x7 (Ill have to look at em). __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

11-11-2019, 12:21 PM	#13
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,815	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb - Not sure what you mean by engine seems weak. I would do a compression and vacuum check on it first thing. That would tell a lot on engine condition. I would do some checking before I replaced it. Could be bad plugs, ignition problems, or fuel problems. My Red/White '71 Chevy pickup didn't seem to have much power when I first got it and I finally traced it down to the fuel sock on the in tank pickup tube. Replaced that and blew out the fuel lines and it ran great after that. Just some thoughts. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-29-2020, 06:11 PM	#14
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Had a major snag being gone for work most of this year so far. Got home last week and have been hitting it pretty hard. Picked up all my goodies from the powder coated. Before I left for work, I had finished the front suspension for the most part. Redhead steering box and Rightway springs with an added leaf pack. Hoping to have it running and driving in the next few weeks. I decided to replace the engine wiring harness so, I’m waiting on that now. -Oliver Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

05-29-2020, 06:15 PM	#15
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb I installed steel 8 lug wheels powder coated white and some 3/4 hubcaps I had laying around. Looks much better. I also bought new bumpers, carpet and a stock style 15” steering wheel. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

05-29-2020, 06:43 PM	#16
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,034	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Looking really nice! __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-29-2020, 08:20 PM	#17
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,393	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Man she's a real looker! Great work. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377



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05-30-2020, 08:13 AM	#18
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05-30-2020, 11:22 PM	#19
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Thanks guys and thanks Mark for all the parts you’ve helped me out with. I’m having the tailgate painted to match and when I decide to do new tires, I’ll powder coat the wheels you gave me so, I can get rid of the 16.5’s. I really like the steering wheel. I have always ran Comfort Grips in all my rides from my Chevelle to my 78 Jimmy I had. These just feel better and not as skinny. Quality is impressive. Not the best picture of the steering wheel but, it’s the only one on my phone. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

08-26-2020, 03:22 PM	#20
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Well, I ran into a few snags with the Suburban but, thanks to Randy Lucero aka Randy500; things seem to be back on track. I purchased the engine from someone here on the forum and lets just say it was not great. Cam was wiped out and no compression. Anyway, by the time I got this thing running I had about 2 weeks left until I had to go back to work outside of the country for 10 weeks. As I type this, I'm sitting in my hotel room on day 12 of my quarantine period before I can even start work. I was finishing up some major home projects (converting my three single garage door garage to two 16' garage doors). I was a bit tired from tackling projects on my break and I knew I did not have time before I left to tear back into the Suburban. Randy came recommended to me a few years back when Keith (praiseguitarman) had him install factory A/C in his Blazer. Keith told me the quality of craftsmanship was excellent and done quick. I do not know how Randy does it but, he can crank out impressive work in short order. Anyway, I decided to leave the Suburban with him before I left out of town for work. He has a contact for an old school engine rebuilder. The guy knocked out a stock long block rebuild for $1200. He already has the engine back in it and running again. Sounds and looks great! I hate tapping out on projects but, with as busy as I have gotten in the last few years I've found it really is worth it to get a helping hand and keep a project moving forward instead of getting burnt out. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

08-26-2020, 03:24 PM	#21
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Front suspension Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

08-26-2020, 03:32 PM	#22
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb My garage project I had going on at the same time as the Suburban engine install. This was one of the larger home projects I've tackled on my own. I rented a beam jack to get those glulam beams up. I took advantage and went up 1' so, I have 8' tall doors now and did the direct drive openers so, there is no overhead garage door opener. Really cleaned up the ceilings. Finished it right before I left. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

08-26-2020, 09:23 PM	#23
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,685	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Your burb is coming along nicely. Also nice garage also! Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White

08-26-2020, 09:31 PM	#24
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08-27-2020, 01:44 PM	#25
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,034	Re: Picked up a 72 3/4 4x4 Burb Looking great, both projects! I went down to Frank and Wes's last Friday picking up more parts for my C30 and I was going to stop in at Randy's to check out your Burb, but by the time I finished down there it was ugly Friday traffic and I was over the sitting and going nowhere. I cut over to Puyallup and went that way home (still got some traffic) to avoid the N bound I-5 mess. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

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