Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72cheyenneman · 11-23-2009, 08:47 AM

I have a question for you truck guys. She left it to me after she died over 25 years ago. It was in Kansas for 10 years before I brought it here to New Orleans. When my grandmother passed, the truck had 48,000 miles, and since I've had, I've put 5,000 miles on it. One of the trips I took in the truck was to south Texas to haul my boat back to New Orleans. This truck has been in my family since new, and my grandmother used it only carried her trash to the dump, since there was no trash pickup in the country. This truck is original, down to the bolts and the spiral shocks. I can get in this truck today and drive it to California without a problem. There's work to be done on it, but I'm confused on selling the truck or restoring it. The only way that I would sell is if someone would restore it and not try to make a quick buck or sell it off for parts.

Here's the good and the bad on it:
1. Small pin holes in truck bed
2. Right door bottom has some rot
3. Passenger side quarter needs patch
4. Tailgate bottom has some rot
5. Both rockers replaced (in my opinion)
6. Right fender needs patch, which can be done
7. Needs a fuel tank
8. Needs carpet and bench seat bottom needs reupholstered
9. Transmission leaks, but will drive as long as there's plenty of fluid
10. Air condition needs to be fixed
11. Needs a radiator core support
12. Needs right interior fender well

Here's some photos:
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For someone who has rebuilt and restored trucks, this would be a darling. I have an idea what the truck would be worth but am confused on whether to sell the truck or restore it myself. I have two '69 Camaros and one '72 Chevelle that takes all my space up. I'd sell the truck if I knew it was going to a truck enthusiast who would restore it to original.

What would you do?

72freak · 11-23-2009, 09:34 AM

I would keep it unless you just have no sentimental attachment to the truck. I think its worth way more as a family piece than the amount you could get for it.

no moa · 11-23-2009, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

I would keep it unless you just have no sentimental attachment to the truck. I think its worth way more as a family piece than the amount you could get for it.

+ 1 ^

Its been in the family since new, definatly a keeper IMHO. You will regret selling it later, trust me i know. I gave up my grandmothers caprice, and i regret it still to this day, that was 20 years ago.

dfwright · 11-23-2009, 10:43 AM

Keep it. It's your grandmother's truck. Even if you're not ready to restore it yourself now, you might later, and you could never get it back.

BarryB · 11-23-2009, 11:01 AM

x4^ Keep it.
You could sell it. You regret it later. You try to find one to replace it, but the new truck will not have the stories like this one does. The problems you stated are not that bad to repair. I would on the other hand put some kind of rust killer on the spots so they don't get any worse.

dan42 · 11-23-2009, 11:14 AM

I would agree with the above, and I also know what's it's like to have too many vehicles, like I do right now. But if it were my grandmother's truck, and I had memories of the truck that were good, then find somewhere for it and let yourself thinks about it for a while. What you would get for it isn't much.

cedorris · 11-23-2009, 11:20 AM

I would definitely keep it. There are too many stories of regret. If it is mechanically sound then there is no reason to get rid of it. You always need a truck around and the problems you listed aren't that hard to fix.

**LockDoc** · 11-23-2009, 11:45 AM

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The thing is once you sell it you have no control over it. The person you sell it to may say they will restore it and in fact use it as a parts truck. If you can't keep it I would see if I could find someone in the family that might want it. My '36 Ford Coupe will go to my son when I'm gone. If for some reason my son would go before I do it will go to my wife's brothers son. Check on both sides of the family. It would be a shame to see it leave the family after this many years...

Just my 2¢ worth.

LockDoc

68lwb292 · 11-23-2009, 12:07 PM

This always cracks me up when guys do this because they already know the answer they want to hear. Otherwise you wouldn't come to 67-72chevytrucks.com to ask the question. After all you know what everyone is gonna say especially after that story.

Tynee · 11-23-2009, 12:52 PM

Yep, keep the truck, sell a camaro to fund the restore and create space...

rwolf9653 · 11-23-2009, 12:58 PM

Keep it, and keep driving it. It doesn't sound too bad off so just use it until your mind is made up one way or another.

ges55 · 11-23-2009, 02:48 PM

I think you should keep it. I have my father-in-law's old truck & I wouldn't give it up for anything.

cedorris · 11-23-2009, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 68lwb292

This always cracks me up when guys do this because they already know the answer they want to hear. Otherwise you wouldn't come to 67-72chevytrucks.com to ask the question. After all you know what everyone is gonna say especially after that story.

True, but some people just like to be re-assured and validated.

hotrod 80 · 11-23-2009, 03:35 PM

First let me say welcome to the forum .

Second sounds like your a Chevy guy already . Fix the tranny leak and the gas tank . Drive it every now and then to keep it functional . If you get around to it replace the carpet and recover the seat . See if it hasn't grown on you by then . These trucks have the distinct Chevy lines of your Camaros and Chevelle and are quickly becoming the last vehicles of that era that are still somewhat affordable . If you took a poll here everyone on here would also love to have a Chevelle or Camaro in there garage . These trucks give you the same styling and still maintain the function of a truck if need be . I am with the others , look to sell in the family if possible to give someone else a chance at a family owned classic .

CUSTOM_1O · 11-23-2009, 03:47 PM

you would regret handing it over trust me...
the truck i have now i have inherited from my grandfather
i have ideas to sell it as well when i wasnt handy enough to do work myself
or when i came apon bumps in the road but now that i have kept it and ive seen it progress little by little im glad i never sold her

dieselarmy13 · 11-23-2009, 03:52 PM

If I were you, I'd sell it to me. I'd take care of it.

420am · 11-23-2009, 04:13 PM

It's my truck's twin. Even from the same momma (Kansas).

Keep it and make it something you're proud to cruise around in. Your grandma would enjoy knowing she left you something that you enjoy I'm sure. Plus.. right now you won't get a good price for it. Either way, I'd say hold on to it and start updating it tastefully.

cerjio · 11-23-2009, 04:18 PM

Keep it an slowly fix the rust , I think it would be cool to show up at a car show pulling a trailor with the camero on it with an old pickup. I have a 70 an cant wait to get it done so i can go to car show with it along with my father in laws 63 imp. SS

tcb-1 · 11-23-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dieselarmy13

If I were you, I'd sell it to me. I'd take care of it.

I knew you'd say that

mclairmo · 11-23-2009, 05:51 PM

Keep it and use it until you decide to restore it. We all need a truck around for hauling.

weasel29gm · 11-23-2009, 07:03 PM

Since your truck has a history, hang on to it. As far '' restorin'' goes who cares fix the rust and paint. It don't have to be a frame off build. I'd like to have one like it for a work truck.

69GMCLonghorn · 11-23-2009, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68lwb292

This always cracks me up when guys do this because they already know the answer they want to hear. Otherwise you wouldn't come to 67-72chevytrucks.com to ask the question. After all you know what everyone is gonna say especially after that story.

That's what you think... SELL IT! HAHA

Man, you have to decide what you want. If you like the truck, make it yours. In that condition, being original isn't making or breaking it. Being in good shape and doing a good quality resto on it will make a difference.

And one comment, which is a tough pill to swallow: If you sell it, don't worry yourself with what someone else is going to do with it. If someone wants to make ashtrays out of it, that is their business. It's hard to see, but if it isn't yours anymore, just let them do as they please and be at peace with it...

**mikey531** · 11-23-2009, 07:15 PM

KEEP IT !!! I have my Grandmother's 1963 Buick Special. I don't us it but it is full of memories!

Andy4639 · 11-23-2009, 08:06 PM

Keep it as it is and drive it like you should. Then just tinker with it as the truck ages with you.

**72 Super** · 11-23-2009, 08:33 PM

Keep it, I am sure your Grandmother would like for you too. If you are not really into it,as others have said offer it to someone in your family. Once its gone you never know what could happen with it. I sold a truck my dad had although he didn't buy it new, I really regret it now.

Ray

11-23-2009, 08:47 AM	#1
72cheyenneman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Posts: 610	Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton I have a question for you truck guys. She left it to me after she died over 25 years ago. It was in Kansas for 10 years before I brought it here to New Orleans. When my grandmother passed, the truck had 48,000 miles, and since I've had, I've put 5,000 miles on it. One of the trips I took in the truck was to south Texas to haul my boat back to New Orleans. This truck has been in my family since new, and my grandmother used it only carried her trash to the dump, since there was no trash pickup in the country. This truck is original, down to the bolts and the spiral shocks. I can get in this truck today and drive it to California without a problem. There's work to be done on it, but I'm confused on selling the truck or restoring it. The only way that I would sell is if someone would restore it and not try to make a quick buck or sell it off for parts. Here's the good and the bad on it: 1. Small pin holes in truck bed 2. Right door bottom has some rot 3. Passenger side quarter needs patch 4. Tailgate bottom has some rot 5. Both rockers replaced (in my opinion) 6. Right fender needs patch, which can be done 7. Needs a fuel tank 8. Needs carpet and bench seat bottom needs reupholstered 9. Transmission leaks, but will drive as long as there's plenty of fluid 10. Air condition needs to be fixed 11. Needs a radiator core support 12. Needs right interior fender well Here's some photos: [IMG][/IMG] For someone who has rebuilt and restored trucks, this would be a darling. I have an idea what the truck would be worth but am confused on whether to sell the truck or restore it myself. I have two '69 Camaros and one '72 Chevelle that takes all my space up. I'd sell the truck if I knew it was going to a truck enthusiast who would restore it to original. What would you do?

11-23-2009, 09:34 AM	#2
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton I would keep it unless you just have no sentimental attachment to the truck. I think its worth way more as a family piece than the amount you could get for it. __________________ 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!

11-23-2009, 10:43 AM	#4
dfwright Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,374	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it. It's your grandmother's truck. Even if you're not ready to restore it yourself now, you might later, and you could never get it back. __________________ 1972 C10 LWB, 350/350 Deconstruction began 5/2009, mostly completed restoration, 5/2017

11-23-2009, 11:01 AM	#5
BarryB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blountville, Tn. Posts: 3,904	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton x4^ Keep it. You could sell it. You regret it later. You try to find one to replace it, but the new truck will not have the stories like this one does. The problems you stated are not that bad to repair. I would on the other hand put some kind of rust killer on the spots so they don't get any worse. __________________ We could learn a lot from crayons... Some are sharp; some are pretty;and some are dull. Some have weird names; and all are different colours;but they all have to live in the same box. You may be only one person in the world, But you may also be the world to one person. * Some mistakes are too much fun to only make once. Two rules in life. 1. Never sweat the small stuff! 2. Everything is small stuff! Last edited by BarryB; 11-23-2009 at 11:02 AM.

11-23-2009, 11:14 AM	#6
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton I would agree with the above, and I also know what's it's like to have too many vehicles, like I do right now. But if it were my grandmother's truck, and I had memories of the truck that were good, then find somewhere for it and let yourself thinks about it for a while. What you would get for it isn't much. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

11-23-2009, 11:20 AM	#7
cedorris 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 302	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton I would definitely keep it. There are too many stories of regret. If it is mechanically sound then there is no reason to get rid of it. You always need a truck around and the problems you listed aren't that hard to fix. __________________ -Clayton 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB 350 - farm truck restore project - twitter @oldgreen

11-23-2009, 11:45 AM	#8
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,357	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton - The thing is once you sell it you have no control over it. The person you sell it to may say they will restore it and in fact use it as a parts truck. If you can't keep it I would see if I could find someone in the family that might want it. My '36 Ford Coupe will go to my son when I'm gone. If for some reason my son would go before I do it will go to my wife's brothers son. Check on both sides of the family. It would be a shame to see it leave the family after this many years... Just my 2¢ worth. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-23-2009, 12:07 PM	#9
68lwb292 Ex-Minitrucker Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bushnell, FL Posts: 301	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton This always cracks me up when guys do this because they already know the answer they want to hear. Otherwise you wouldn't come to 67-72chevytrucks.com to ask the question. After all you know what everyone is gonna say especially after that story.

11-23-2009, 12:52 PM	#10
Tynee I miss this truck. Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A. Posts: 2,863	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Yep, keep the truck, sell a camaro to fund the restore and create space... __________________ '07 GMC Acadia SLT. Sweet ride. '08 Crew Cab Z-71 short bed. Really like this truck A LOT.

11-23-2009, 12:58 PM	#11
rwolf9653 more ideas than money Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: spring grove, pa Posts: 1,068	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it, and keep driving it. It doesn't sound too bad off so just use it until your mind is made up one way or another. __________________ Randy 1948 Chevy 3100 5 window 1966 Chevy C30 Dually 1967 Chevy K10 1972 Chevy K20 1972 Chevy C10 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer 1987 Chevy V10 2003 Chevy Suburban

11-23-2009, 02:48 PM	#12
ges55 BLACK SATIN Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: canton, IL Posts: 266	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton I think you should keep it. I have my father-in-law's old truck & I wouldn't give it up for anything. __________________ 67 C10 Fleetside LWB-283, 3 on the tree,power assisted steering, father-in-law bought it new 67 C20 Fleetside LWB-'85 305 V8 (original was 250 6 cyl), Holley 600 carb, full length Hedman headers, dual exhaust behind the back wheels, 4 spd , manual steering 85 C10 Silverado- 305ci

11-23-2009, 03:35 PM	#14
hotrod 80 mini truck racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Baytown , texas Posts: 3,010	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton First let me say welcome to the forum . Second sounds like your a Chevy guy already . Fix the tranny leak and the gas tank . Drive it every now and then to keep it functional . If you get around to it replace the carpet and recover the seat . See if it hasn't grown on you by then . These trucks have the distinct Chevy lines of your Camaros and Chevelle and are quickly becoming the last vehicles of that era that are still somewhat affordable . If you took a poll here everyone on here would also love to have a Chevelle or Camaro in there garage . These trucks give you the same styling and still maintain the function of a truck if need be . I am with the others , look to sell in the family if possible to give someone else a chance at a family owned classic . __________________ 1949 5-window 1969 Camaro 1976 Chevy Luv yellow 1978 Chevy Luv Blue 1976 Chevy Luv Black 1979 Firebird Flooded in Harvey 1999 F350 Dually 2005 GMC Sierra 4.8 RCSB 2014 Explorer (wifes) My build :http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399148 Build #2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653583

11-23-2009, 03:47 PM	#15
CUSTOM_1O HaV0KSR559<~~~ Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 151	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton you would regret handing it over trust me... the truck i have now i have inherited from my grandfather i have ideas to sell it as well when i wasnt handy enough to do work myself or when i came apon bumps in the road but now that i have kept it and ive seen it progress little by little im glad i never sold her __________________ ...1969_CUSTOM_1O FLEETSIDE_LONGBED V8_THREE-FIFTY [COMPLETE-EDELBROCK] [PERFORMANCE-SERIES] [CAM_CARB_MANIFOLD] ...TURBO-400_TRANNY... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=363372

11-23-2009, 03:52 PM	#16
dieselarmy13 Phone's ringin Dude. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 1,426	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton If I were you, I'd sell it to me. I'd take care of it. __________________ I pitty the fool with only two headlights!! 2003 SILVERADO SS--THE NEW GIRL 1972 GMC--THE OLD GIRL

11-23-2009, 04:13 PM	#17
420am Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 357	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton It's my truck's twin. Even from the same momma (Kansas). Keep it and make it something you're proud to cruise around in. Your grandma would enjoy knowing she left you something that you enjoy I'm sure. Plus.. right now you won't get a good price for it. Either way, I'd say hold on to it and start updating it tastefully. __________________ 1972 Long Bed Cheyenne Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285282 Waste my bandwidth and listen to some great tunes >> http://www.radioxenu.com (Live Shows with yours truly every Friday)



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11-23-2009, 04:18 PM	#18
cerjio Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: coffeyville, Kansas Posts: 195	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it an slowly fix the rust , I think it would be cool to show up at a car show pulling a trailor with the camero on it with an old pickup. I have a 70 an cant wait to get it done so i can go to car show with it along with my father in laws 63 imp. SS

11-23-2009, 05:51 PM	#20
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it and use it until you decide to restore it. We all need a truck around for hauling.

11-23-2009, 07:03 PM	#21
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,091	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Since your truck has a history, hang on to it. As far '' restorin'' goes who cares fix the rust and paint. It don't have to be a frame off build. I'd like to have one like it for a work truck. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

11-23-2009, 07:15 PM	#23
mikey531 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Exeter, NH Posts: 786	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton KEEP IT !!! I have my Grandmother's 1963 Buick Special. I don't us it but it is full of memories!

11-23-2009, 08:06 PM	#24
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it as it is and drive it like you should. Then just tinker with it as the truck ages with you. __________________ 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.

11-23-2009, 08:33 PM	#25
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,678	Re: Grandma's '72 Cheyenne LWB Half Ton Keep it, I am sure your Grandmother would like for you too. If you are not really into it,as others have said offer it to someone in your family. Once its gone you never know what could happen with it. I sold a truck my dad had although he didn't buy it new, I really regret it now. Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White

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