My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Rich72C10** · 11-23-2023, 01:04 PM

I been slowly upgrading my 72 Cheyenne to a Super. Yesterday I completed this after pulling my fenders to install the missing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seals and getting Repo'ed Super badges installed. When I finally decided to pull the fenders for the seals, this is when I decided going the "Super" upgrade. Since if I was going to pull the fenders, why not put the Super badge on too?

Before pulling the fenders I upgraded my dash with Wood Grain cluster (a repo) and glovebox with woodgrain and 72 Super Badge (donor from eBay). I had already put on a chrome handle when I needed to replace my tailgate. It isn't a chrome cover, which would be correct for a '72 but a full chrome handle (correct for '71). I got a new SPID, so it would be RPO YE9 for Cheyenne Super.

I am very happy to have this done. I hope you guys think I did okay with my upgrade :-)

Some reference threads:
Post a real Cheyenne Super only (aka the defiinitive Cheyenne Super thread)!
Jeff Lampe Chevy Truck SPID Labels - Classic Chevy Trucks
Rebuilding / Installing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seal*
Fender Removal
cheyenne-10 & super emblem location

*Note: Cheyenne (and other higher end trims) should have the seals that I needed to install. However, when my truck went through its restore about 20 years ago they were not put back on after the body/paint work (all the screw holes were present). It can also be a sign that a truck has been updated to a higher trim then how it came from the factory. Meaning if a truck doesn't have the "Hinge Pillar to Fender Seals" you could get questions about your trim level being faked.

**chevmn** · 11-23-2023, 01:23 PM

Didn't the Cheyenne (non Super) trucks also come with those fender seals? I know my 72 C20 did, but I did not bother with replacing them even I also added Super trim. Perhaps factory added mine by mistake.

**Rich72C10** · 11-23-2023, 01:26 PM

Yes, they did. Mine went through a restore about 20 years ago and they were not re-installed.

If you visited my “Seal” thread you can see my photos where the screw holes were present :-)

Yamariv · 11-23-2023, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich72C10

I been slowly upgrading my 72 Cheyenne to a Super. Yesterday I completed this after pulling my fenders to install the missing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seals and getting Repo'ed Super badges installed. When I finally decided to pull the fenders for the seals, this is when I decided going the "Super" upgrade. Since if I was going to pull the fenders, why not put the Super badge on too?

Before pulling the fenders I upgraded my dash with Wood Grain cluster (a repo) and glovebox with woodgrain and 72 Super Badge (donor from eBay). I had already put on a chrome handle. It isn't a chrome cover, which would be correct for a 72 but a full chrome handle (correct for 71). I got a new SPID, so it would be RPO YE9.

I am very happy to have this done. I hope you guys think I did okay with my upgrade :-)

Some reference threads:
Post a real Cheyenne Super only (aka the defiinitive Cheyenne Super thread)!
Rebuilding / Installing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seal
Fender Removal
cheyenne-10 & super emblem location

Wow, that's a beautiful truck OP! What color is the burnt orange, was that factory or a custom mix?

**Rich72C10** · 11-23-2023, 01:33 PM

It’s a factory color, called medium bronze :-)

I also like it, since it is close to burnt orange - Go UT Longhorns!

**lolife99** · 11-23-2023, 01:57 PM

Wasn’t the lower trim on the Supers wood grain instead of black?

**Rich72C10** · 11-23-2023, 02:05 PM

The lower trim is woodgrain, here is a photo that shows it on my truck.

**lolife99** · 11-23-2023, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich72C10

The lower trim is woodgrain, here is a photo that shows it on my truck.

Oh,… it looked black in another picture.
Beautiful truck

**1970cstblazer** · 11-23-2023, 04:11 PM

Love your truck. Well done!

**special-K** · 11-23-2023, 07:03 PM

That's a nice one

mr.mud1 · 11-23-2023, 07:44 PM

job well done.

**Getter-Done** · 11-23-2023, 08:14 PM

Very thorough restoration.

Now it's (Your truck Your Way)

**Rich72C10** · 11-23-2023, 09:45 PM

Thanks guys, I worked hard trying to get it a right as possible :-)

11-23-2023, 01:04 PM	#1
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,643	My Journey from a Cheyenne To Super! I been slowly upgrading my 72 Cheyenne to a Super. Yesterday I completed this after pulling my fenders to install the missing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seals and getting Repo'ed Super badges installed. When I finally decided to pull the fenders for the seals, this is when I decided going the "Super" upgrade. Since if I was going to pull the fenders, why not put the Super badge on too? Before pulling the fenders I upgraded my dash with Wood Grain cluster (a repo) and glovebox with woodgrain and 72 Super Badge (donor from eBay). I had already put on a chrome handle when I needed to replace my tailgate. It isn't a chrome cover, which would be correct for a '72 but a full chrome handle (correct for '71). I got a new SPID, so it would be RPO YE9 for Cheyenne Super. I am very happy to have this done. I hope you guys think I did okay with my upgrade :-) Some reference threads: Post a real Cheyenne Super only (aka the defiinitive Cheyenne Super thread)! Jeff Lampe Chevy Truck SPID Labels - Classic Chevy Trucks Rebuilding / Installing Hinge Pillar to Fender Seal* Fender Removal cheyenne-10 & super emblem location Note: Cheyenne (and other higher end trims) should have the seals that I needed to install. However, when my truck went through its restore about 20 years ago they were not put back on after the body/paint work (all the screw holes were present). It can also be a sign that a truck has been updated to a higher trim then how it came from the factory. Meaning if a truck doesn't have the "Hinge Pillar to Fender Seals" you could get questions about your trim level being faked. Attached Images __________________ Richard '72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| Upgraded Fully Super Trim Last edited by Rich72C10; 12-02-2023 at 03:53 PM.*

11-23-2023, 01:23 PM	#2
chevmn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Central MO Posts: 865	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Didn't the Cheyenne (non Super) trucks also come with those fender seals? I know my 72 C20 did, but I did not bother with replacing them even I also added Super trim. Perhaps factory added mine by mistake.

11-23-2023, 01:26 PM	#3
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,643	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Yes, they did. Mine went through a restore about 20 years ago and they were not re-installed. If you visited my “Seal” thread you can see my photos where the screw holes were present :-) __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

11-23-2023, 01:33 PM	#5
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,643	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! It’s a factory color, called medium bronze :-) I also like it, since it is close to burnt orange - Go UT Longhorns! __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

11-23-2023, 01:57 PM	#6
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,682	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Wasn’t the lower trim on the Supers wood grain instead of black? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

11-23-2023, 02:05 PM	#7
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,643	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! The lower trim is woodgrain, here is a photo that shows it on my truck. Attached Images __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

11-23-2023, 04:11 PM	#9
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,287	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Love your truck. Well done! __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

11-23-2023, 07:03 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! That's a nice one __________________ "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 ~

11-23-2023, 07:44 PM	#11
mr.mud1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Joggins Nova Scotia Posts: 1,599	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! job well done.

11-23-2023, 08:14 PM	#12
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,727	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Very thorough restoration. Now it's (Your truck Your Way) __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

11-23-2023, 09:45 PM	#13
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,643	Re: My Journey to a Cheyenne To Super! Thanks guys, I worked hard trying to get it a right as possible :-) __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim



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