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**truckfan** · 01-16-2015, 11:10 AM

^^second pic on CL Pittsburgh is of a different truck, a crew cab.

Jimbo* · 01-16-2015, 11:21 AM

Actually, it is the third pic, but good catch!
I noticed that earlier, but it didn't click.

Justin@EntropyRad · 01-16-2015, 11:49 AM

There is a killer silver 4dr one rolling around here..he just smiled when I asked if it was a cut-down 'burban

tommyleea · 01-19-2015, 09:52 AM

I know of a shop in Minnesota that did this conversion. Used to visit it often. The truck they built was called the Longhorn by CVI. Maybe the name is territorial. I think they might still have some jump seats and windows. I do still have a brochure on them.

**Palf70Step** · 01-19-2015, 10:20 AM

I always liked this one. It was made by a local body guy. It was a 76 long fleet and short step combined. I thought about getting it from him, but it went underwater during Katrina and it really messed it up bad on the internal structures.

chevyboy78 · 02-28-2015, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by RandyP

Ran across this on another site, thought you might get the info on the truck for your collection. Sorry if you're already aware of it, scanned the last two pages and did not see it anywhere. *Not my truck, not even remotely close to me*

http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1789926177.html

Im just looking on here and I do see this was a few years ago but has anyone ran accross a extended cab Chevy im looking for a cab and frame. Any one with info on one welcome to text me 2629093017

chevyboy78 · 02-28-2015, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Palf70Step

I always liked this one. It was made by a local body guy. It was a 76 long fleet and short step combined. I thought about getting it from him, but it went underwater during Katrina and it really messed it up bad on the internal structures.

If u can still buy it id be interested if its still available.

**Palf70Step** · 02-28-2015, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevyboy78

If u can still buy it id be interested if its still available.

He and the truck are long gone now. I know he moved to Florida about a year after Katrina. Not sure who ended up with the truck, Sure wish I had the money back then for it.

Katrina/10 · 02-28-2015, 09:07 AM

Was that on Pass Road?

**Palf70Step** · 02-28-2015, 09:26 AM

Yes....he used to be the painter at Knights (a very good one too)

Katrina/10 · 02-28-2015, 09:29 AM

I thought so! The truck and the shop looked familiar.

bbbc10 · 11-01-2015, 10:54 PM

came across a 85 extended cab for sale but rust is really bad on the extended cab part anybody know where to get patch panels or what I could use for donor panels.....like around the windows etc?

rare86 · 11-02-2015, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bbbc10

came across a 85 extended cab for sale but rust is really bad on the extended cab part anybody know where to get patch panels or what I could use for donor panels.....like around the windows etc?

The metal around the windows is just flat sheetmetal and should be easy to dublicate. The most complex curve is the body line below the window which is just the sheet metal that was removed when the bed was shortened.

bbbc10 · 11-02-2015, 09:01 AM

pics

bbbc10 · 11-02-2015, 09:04 AM

more

J Knight · 11-02-2015, 10:41 AM

I have seen the truck in person, the rust is an easy fix and all x-cabs had a skim coat of bondo from the conversion process. From what I have heard from those who know, this one is done by the best conversion company of the five.

SamsAutoParts73-87 · 11-02-2015, 10:53 AM

That all looks like it would be a n easy fix, looks pretty complete otherwise.
-Sam

bbbc10 · 11-02-2015, 11:24 AM

thing is I cant do the work myself an don't wana end up paying a lot to fix it

bustedknuckles · 11-02-2015, 12:56 PM

Truck is very complete. Has original buyer's order along with service and repair records, owners manual, etc. $2750 OBO Motivated seller. I need the room.

Greenlee · 11-15-2015, 10:39 AM

I found one on Craigslist and came here to post it. Darn thing is already here. Guess I will just give it a bump!

https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/5296668800.html

MrTenery · 02-23-2016, 12:37 AM

I now own that 1985 red extended cab dually, the owner didnt take good care of it they tried to change out the gauges, and dash also the carb back fired and caught the insulation on fire. But no worries im gonna save it

**Palf70Step** · 02-23-2016, 06:33 AM

Cool. Be looking forward to seeing you bring the ole girl back to life.

wiggins · 02-23-2016, 12:03 PM

MtTenery are you going to keep that seat? I have the white crew cab dually and I want a period correct seat for the rear. The one that's in it is one of those benches that breaks down into a bed, not very comfortable at all to sit in.

MrTenery · 02-23-2016, 02:55 PM

@Palf70Step I started on replacing the burnt harness and replacing the carpet but im in college so its really slow going, @wiggins yes im keeping it original except that im upgrading it to a 4x4, cummins, with a 5spd transmission.

wiggins · 02-23-2016, 04:21 PM

OK, good luck. I rebuilt a 68" step side while I was in college. Took me 3 years and every spare minute and dollar I made to finish it. Still have that truck, prob be buried in it lol

01-16-2015, 11:10 AM	#301
truckfan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lawrence KS Posts: 821	Re: Square body extended cabs ^^second pic on CL Pittsburgh is of a different truck, a crew cab. __________________ 1981 Chevy C30 440 Holmes 42K one owner miles

01-16-2015, 11:21 AM	#302
Jimbo* Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Roswell, NM Posts: 10	Re: Square body extended cabs Actually, it is the third pic, but good catch! I noticed that earlier, but it didn't click.

01-16-2015, 11:49 AM	#303
Justin@EntropyRad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 483	Re: Square body extended cabs There is a killer silver 4dr one rolling around here..he just smiled when I asked if it was a cut-down 'burban __________________ * Call me NOT the website number* Justin Novick (773) 303-8251 Sales/Support Entropy Radiator / Engineered Cooling Products "The Sexiest Radiators For The Sexiest Hot Rods" - www.EntropyRad.com www.speedcooling.com

01-19-2015, 09:52 AM	#304
tommyleea Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: WARRENSBURG Posts: 1	Re: Square body extended cabs I know of a shop in Minnesota that did this conversion. Used to visit it often. The truck they built was called the Longhorn by CVI. Maybe the name is territorial. I think they might still have some jump seats and windows. I do still have a brochure on them.

01-19-2015, 10:20 AM	#305
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,670	Re: Square body extended cabs I always liked this one. It was made by a local body guy. It was a 76 long fleet and short step combined. I thought about getting it from him, but it went underwater during Katrina and it really messed it up bad on the internal structures. Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-28-2015, 09:07 AM	#309
Katrina/10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 1,746	Re: Square body extended cabs Was that on Pass Road? __________________ Gary 1971 Chevrolet C/10 1951 GMC 100 1977 GMC C15 1955 Chevrolet 3100

02-28-2015, 09:26 AM	#310
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,670	Re: Square body extended cabs Yes....he used to be the painter at Knights (a very good one too) __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-28-2015, 09:29 AM	#311
Katrina/10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 1,746	Re: Square body extended cabs I thought so! The truck and the shop looked familiar. __________________ Gary 1971 Chevrolet C/10 1951 GMC 100 1977 GMC C15 1955 Chevrolet 3100

11-01-2015, 10:54 PM	#312
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Square body extended cabs came across a 85 extended cab for sale but rust is really bad on the extended cab part anybody know where to get patch panels or what I could use for donor panels.....like around the windows etc?

11-02-2015, 09:01 AM	#314
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Square body extended cabs pics Attached Images

11-02-2015, 09:04 AM	#315
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Square body extended cabs more Attached Images

11-02-2015, 10:41 AM	#316
J Knight Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Baytown TX Posts: 2,219	Re: Square body extended cabs I have seen the truck in person, the rust is an easy fix and all x-cabs had a skim coat of bondo from the conversion process. From what I have heard from those who know, this one is done by the best conversion company of the five. __________________ John 82 Chevy Silverado 350ci/TH350

11-02-2015, 10:53 AM	#317
SamsAutoParts73-87 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Rome PA Posts: 340	Re: Square body extended cabs That all looks like it would be a n easy fix, looks pretty complete otherwise. -Sam __________________ 1987 Chevy R30 CC 454/4spd Work Truck 1979 Chevy K10 SWB 350/4spd/NP205, 1979 Chevy C10 LWB 350/TH350 Project 1981 Chevy K30 350/Th400/NP205 1986 Chevy K30 CUCV 6.2L/TH400/NP208

11-02-2015, 11:24 AM	#318
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Square body extended cabs thing is I cant do the work myself an don't wana end up paying a lot to fix it

11-02-2015, 12:56 PM	#319
bustedknuckles Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: TEXAS Posts: 179	Re: Square body extended cabs Truck is very complete. Has original buyer's order along with service and repair records, owners manual, etc. $2750 OBO Motivated seller. I need the room. __________________ 84 GMCummins 91 CCSB Dually american squarebody association



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11-15-2015, 10:39 AM	#320
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: Square body extended cabs I found one on Craigslist and came here to post it. Darn thing is already here. Guess I will just give it a bump! https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/5296668800.html

02-23-2016, 12:37 AM	#321
MrTenery Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cotulla, Texas Posts: 5	Re: Square body extended cabs I now own that 1985 red extended cab dually, the owner didnt take good care of it they tried to change out the gauges, and dash also the carb back fired and caught the insulation on fire. But no worries im gonna save it Attached Images

02-23-2016, 06:33 AM	#322
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,670	Re: Square body extended cabs Cool. Be looking forward to seeing you bring the ole girl back to life. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-23-2016, 12:03 PM	#323
wiggins Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Deep East TEXAS Posts: 453	Re: Square body extended cabs MtTenery are you going to keep that seat? I have the white crew cab dually and I want a period correct seat for the rear. The one that's in it is one of those benches that breaks down into a bed, not very comfortable at all to sit in. __________________ Preserving American History one truck at a time.

02-23-2016, 02:55 PM	#324
MrTenery Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cotulla, Texas Posts: 5	Re: Square body extended cabs @Palf70Step I started on replacing the burnt harness and replacing the carpet but im in college so its really slow going, @wiggins yes im keeping it original except that im upgrading it to a 4x4, cummins, with a 5spd transmission. Attached Images

02-23-2016, 04:21 PM	#325
wiggins Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Deep East TEXAS Posts: 453	Re: Square body extended cabs OK, good luck. I rebuilt a 68" step side while I was in college. Took me 3 years and every spare minute and dollar I made to finish it. Still have that truck, prob be buried in it lol __________________ Preserving American History one truck at a time.

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