length of camper special /longhorn bed

[jd4300fel]

Hello,

I am in the process of putting a 69 gmc on a late model
frame and running gear. What I am wondering is how much
longer is the bed of a long horn or camper special?
I am hoping that this would keep me from having to cut the
frame and modify drive shaft length, as well as the tank locations
and brake lines and the list goes on.

Another option would be has any body lenthened a fleet
bed?

Have a great weekend !!

[Longhorn Man]

longhorns and the GMC Camper Specials are 8 1/2 foot long.

[jd4300fel]

longhorn Man

Thanks,

Now If I can only find my tape measure !

[jku72]

It may be of interest to note the wheel base of a longhorn is 133", as opposed to 127" on regular longbeds.

[Longhorn Man]

However, the wheelbase on a 73& up is more like 130 or 131. I think this is why he is looking for this info.
All you would have to do is relocate the rear end back a couple inches (said like it is a simple thing to do) and you'd be set.
One thing to look at though, you'll need to do a custom lift kit for the cab. The 73 to present do not have flat frames, the rear section of the frame kicks up which would jack the bed up too high to look right.

[jd4300fel]

Thanks everyone!!

I appreciate your help on this! I went out and measured
everything, and once the wheel wells are centered I should
have a one inch to 3/4 inch gap between the cab and the bed.
I will still need to make sure the height of the cab off the
frame is correct to the bed, but I feel better knowing I won't need
to cut the frame. Once I get going on this I will post some pics
of the process.

once again thanks


Mike