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72freak · 11-11-2016, 02:10 PM

I've wanted to do one of these for a long time but have only ran across one bed that I liked the styling of. Well, the one I have coveted for years came up for sale the other day and it made its way to Rottenwood.

Let the cab over search begin!

**Ol Blue K20** · 11-11-2016, 03:51 PM

Subbed to watch...should be cool

Andy4639 · 11-11-2016, 07:56 PM

I like it. I got a 67 back in July myself.

flashed · 11-11-2016, 08:28 PM

Im in to see this one .

**68bowtie** · 11-11-2016, 08:37 PM

very cool. that's an impressive pull behind too.

**undertaker72** · 11-11-2016, 08:45 PM

ill go for a ride on this one , nice

flashed · 11-11-2016, 08:50 PM

David ,there is an old COE on HWY 140 going toward Roswell from Canton just before the place that sells guns and Ammo .Not far past the old closed grocery/shopping center on the left .Dont know what kind it is ,it is sitting on a trailer next to a wooded area .

swamp rat · 11-11-2016, 11:58 PM

Need to get the mods to move this thread to the builds section! I'm in too.

**special-K** · 11-12-2016, 07:41 AM

Nice looking body on that thang! Are you looking for another cab in better condition or doing something "different"?

**Boog** · 11-12-2016, 07:45 AM

He mentioned a cab over. So is that for another truck project or is the cab over to replace this cab? Hmmm.

**72gmguy** · 11-12-2016, 08:49 AM

Love it! I've had mine for over ten years and its taken a beating but hasn't lost a step yet. Good luck on your build and we will be watching.

**Advanced Design** · 11-12-2016, 01:56 PM

Cool project...tagging along.

72freak · 11-13-2016, 05:52 AM

Yes, It has a pretty nice cab on it and even came with a tach dash.. Looks like its a 1971 GMC that has had the front clip replaced to knock the GMC stink off it. As far as the plans for the cab, we are split down the middle at Rottenwood as to the outcome. I'm pretty sure eventually it will end up with a big truck or COE on it powered by a Cummins.

**special-K** · 11-13-2016, 08:26 AM

GMCs smell more like a truck

. So, what was the special color? I see it has one of those fleet Budds on the rear. I wonder if it was formerly a rental truck. I don't know that any of those companies used GMCs, though.

I can't wait to see what you do. But I can be patient. Take your time to find the coolest cab

72freak · 11-13-2016, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

GMCs smell more like a truck

. So, what was the special color? I see it has one of those fleet Budds on the rear. I wonder if it was formerly a rental truck. I don't know that any of those companies used GMCs, though.

I can't wait to see what you do. But I can be patient. Take your time to find the coolest cab

Ill look and see if I can find its original color in the cab somewhere and report it back.

https://html-color.codes/hex/1681ea ???

**uncle** · 11-14-2016, 08:40 AM

I think it might've been a propane gas tank truck Color was green far as I could tell.

72freak · 11-15-2016, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uncle

I think it might've been a propane gas tank truck Color was green far as I could tell.

Now that UNCLE has spoken, THANK YOU! You have made a bunch of folks VERY happy by releasing one of your hidden treasures and helping with the transportation.

72freak · 11-15-2016, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I can't wait to see what you do. But I can be patient. Take your time to find the coolest cab

As much as it pains me to "wait", it probably will be a few months before we do anything. I have got to finish my other 2 projects before even thinking about this one....well, except looking for a cab and running gear.

11-11-2016, 02:10 PM	#1
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Let the ramp truck build begin! I've wanted to do one of these for a long time but have only ran across one bed that I liked the styling of. Well, the one I have coveted for years came up for sale the other day and it made its way to Rottenwood. Let the cab over search begin! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

11-11-2016, 03:51 PM	#2
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Subbed to watch...should be cool __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

11-11-2016, 07:56 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! I like it. I got a 67 back in July myself. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

11-11-2016, 08:28 PM	#4
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Im in to see this one .

11-11-2016, 08:37 PM	#5
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,344	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! very cool. that's an impressive pull behind too. __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh)

11-11-2016, 08:45 PM	#6
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! ill go for a ride on this one , nice __________________ I aint nobody DORK 1972 Cheyenne super k10 swb 350 4speed posi hooks 1934 ford 3 window blown 355 1969 Camaro hugger orange hounds tooth

11-11-2016, 08:50 PM	#7
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! David ,there is an old COE on HWY 140 going toward Roswell from Canton just before the place that sells guns and Ammo .Not far past the old closed grocery/shopping center on the left .Dont know what kind it is ,it is sitting on a trailer next to a wooded area .

11-11-2016, 11:58 PM	#8
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Need to get the mods to move this thread to the builds section! I'm in too. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

11-12-2016, 07:41 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Nice looking body on that thang! Are you looking for another cab in better condition or doing something "different"? __________________ "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 ~

11-12-2016, 07:45 AM	#10
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 12,957	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! He mentioned a cab over. So is that for another truck project or is the cab over to replace this cab? Hmmm. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

11-12-2016, 08:49 AM	#11
72gmguy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brigantine NJ Posts: 819	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Love it! I've had mine for over ten years and its taken a beating but hasn't lost a step yet. Good luck on your build and we will be watching. __________________ Jeremy 1969 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1971 Blazer partial 2wd convert 1972 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1970 Blazer 4x4 w/ 2 1/2in lift and 33in tires w/4 wheel camper 1970 4x4 suburban w/ 6in lift and 35in tires 1968 Corvette convertible 1970 Malibu convertible 1959 Brookwood wagon 1972 International Scout ii

11-12-2016, 01:56 PM	#12
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,017	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Cool project...tagging along. __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

11-13-2016, 05:52 AM	#13
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! Yes, It has a pretty nice cab on it and even came with a tach dash.. Looks like its a 1971 GMC that has had the front clip replaced to knock the GMC stink off it. As far as the plans for the cab, we are split down the middle at Rottenwood as to the outcome. I'm pretty sure eventually it will end up with a big truck or COE on it powered by a Cummins. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

11-13-2016, 08:26 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! GMCs smell more like a truck . So, what was the special color? I see it has one of those fleet Budds on the rear. I wonder if it was formerly a rental truck. I don't know that any of those companies used GMCs, though. I can't wait to see what you do. But I can be patient. Take your time to find the coolest cab __________________ "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 ~

11-14-2016, 08:40 AM	#16
uncle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conyers,Ga. Posts: 7,283	Re: Let the ramp truck build begin! I think it might've been a propane gas tank truck Color was green far as I could tell.



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