Help identifying swing away tire carrier - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

VA72C10 · 03-15-2014, 02:53 PM

Got this recently and hoping to learn of its application (universal or vehicle specific) and value.

Mounts on body of blazers make it appear specific but I'm missing the bolts to mount the swinging portion to the body brackets and the pin that releases it/holds it to the gate.

The cover is a separate item I believe. Wheel looks to be a factory 6 lug 4wd steelie. Tire is shot but I'm sure the wheel has some value.

VA72C10 · 03-15-2014, 03:33 PM

more pics

**pound41** · 03-15-2014, 04:42 PM

I had a 72 I got back in 82 with that carrier on it. I got it from the original owners so it was original to the truck. Dealer installed or factory can't tell you

VA72C10 · 03-15-2014, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by pound41

I had a 72 I got back in 82 with that carrier on it. I got it from the original owners so it was original to the truck. Dealer installed or factory can't tell you

thanks.....either dealer installed or factory is cool with me. it appears to be specific and period correct but wanted to confirm. Any idea on a fair market value? I see some for a bronco of our era locally advertised for 220-250 for just the swing out part (not the wheel or cover)

Mike C · 03-15-2014, 08:46 PM

Looks like mine. I put it on in '90 or so and it's a Bestop.

68panelman · 03-15-2014, 08:57 PM

Not to burst any bubbles here, But I've seen these on GM conversion vans also. Are there any part #'s anywhere?

VA72C10 · 03-15-2014, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 68panelman

Not to burst any bubbles here, But I've seen these on GM conversion vans also. Are there any part #'s anywhere?

The swing away part looks generic and the blue/aluminum cover is definitely generic-was added later and is separate. I guess my though to why it could be a dealer add-on (period correct) is that the brackets on the truck look to be very specific to fit the blazer...not a cheap universal...

I will look for part numbers...

anyone with an idea of value. as mentioned, ones that look identical to this are listed for 220-250 in my area (doesn't mean they are selling for that though). Don't want to give it away but also not looking to make a fortune off of it either

**DeadheadNM** · 03-15-2014, 10:23 PM

None were factory all aftermarket. If all parts to install are there I'd say $250 is fair.

bouncytruck · 03-17-2014, 01:07 AM

The brackets on the truck look like my swing away. I believe it is a Valley brand. They were not factory, but could have been dealer installed.

Inside the bedwall, there are threaded brackets that the exterior brackets bolt to. Without those interior brackets and the tailgate latch, most of your value is gone - somewhere in the $30-$50 range. With everything complete, $150 range.

The aluminum wheel cover looks like something from JCWhittney.

**dutchmanz** · 06-17-2014, 03:10 PM

Been a few months, but I can take a pic of mine where it bolts to the tailgate. It looks just like what I have.

**Moreyel** · 06-19-2014, 07:38 AM

I have a good one on mine. I kinda like the interior mount style. Anyone interested in a trade?

**Moreyel** · 06-19-2014, 07:40 AM

Here's mine

03-15-2014, 02:53 PM	#1
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Help identifying swing away tire carrier Got this recently and hoping to learn of its application (universal or vehicle specific) and value. Mounts on body of blazers make it appear specific but I'm missing the bolts to mount the swinging portion to the body brackets and the pin that releases it/holds it to the gate. The cover is a separate item I believe. Wheel looks to be a factory 6 lug 4wd steelie. Tire is shot but I'm sure the wheel has some value. Attached Images __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-15-2014, 03:33 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier more pics Attached Images __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-15-2014, 04:42 PM	#3
pound41 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,267	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier I had a 72 I got back in 82 with that carrier on it. I got it from the original owners so it was original to the truck. Dealer installed or factory can't tell you

03-15-2014, 08:46 PM	#5
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,709	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier Looks like mine. I put it on in '90 or so and it's a Bestop. __________________ 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

03-15-2014, 08:57 PM	#6
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,450	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier Not to burst any bubbles here, But I've seen these on GM conversion vans also. Are there any part #'s anywhere?

03-15-2014, 10:23 PM	#8
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,285	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier None were factory all aftermarket. If all parts to install are there I'd say $250 is fair. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

03-17-2014, 01:07 AM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier The brackets on the truck look like my swing away. I believe it is a Valley brand. They were not factory, but could have been dealer installed. Inside the bedwall, there are threaded brackets that the exterior brackets bolt to. Without those interior brackets and the tailgate latch, most of your value is gone - somewhere in the $30-$50 range. With everything complete, $150 range. The aluminum wheel cover looks like something from JCWhittney. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

06-17-2014, 03:10 PM	#10
dutchmanz Knuckle Buster, Instructor Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pantego, NC Posts: 562	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier Been a few months, but I can take a pic of mine where it bolts to the tailgate. It looks just like what I have. __________________ Current classic fleet: 72 K5 Blazer CST, unrestored factory Orange paint...mostly 69 C10 factory SWB, 454, TH400, Saddle tan, Rust-o-ration 53 Studebaker M35 w/331 Reo gas I-6, Air Force Strata Blue

06-19-2014, 07:38 AM	#11
Moreyel Active Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Cedar Crest, NM Posts: 197	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier I have a good one on mine. I kinda like the interior mount style. Anyone interested in a trade? __________________ 72 Blazer, 70 El Camino SS, Anniversary HD FatBoy, 2012 Ram 3500 4WD Dually, 17 Dodge Challenger, 80 Vette, 65 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4 W/D Pickup and some more. Wife: 06 GMC Duramax 3500 4WD Single Wheel, 2016 BMW X3. Next: Rust removal on my Blazer. Thinking of putting a 50 Chevy cab on a 76 Chev 4 WD pickup. Members Met: Aldtime, DeadheadNM

06-19-2014, 07:40 AM	#12
Moreyel Active Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Cedar Crest, NM Posts: 197	Re: Help identifying swing away tire carrier Here's mine Attached Images __________________ 72 Blazer, 70 El Camino SS, Anniversary HD FatBoy, 2012 Ram 3500 4WD Dually, 17 Dodge Challenger, 80 Vette, 65 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4 W/D Pickup and some more. Wife: 06 GMC Duramax 3500 4WD Single Wheel, 2016 BMW X3. Next: Rust removal on my Blazer. Thinking of putting a 50 Chevy cab on a 76 Chev 4 WD pickup. Members Met: Aldtime, DeadheadNM



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