I also recently acquired a 73 Ford American Road camper which was built by Starcraft and sold exclusively through Ford. But when the secondaries opened up and the tranny kick-down lever engaged, a mighty roar came through the 3 foot glasspacks. The Longorn allowed 12′ long campers to be mounted with the GM Legal Department’s blessing. Update your shipping location ... New Listing RARE Genuine NOS Ford Camper Special Clearance Light Harness C6TZ-13A576-A OEM. As much as weird vehicles appeal to me, the Ford Super Camper just leaves me cold. Beginning with the ’97 “aero” style (AKA “jellybean”), the rear axle was set back in the beds so that the Reg Cab with 8′ bed and SuperCab with 6.5′ bed were on the same wheelbase: 139″, one inch less than this F-350. My grandparents, on my father’s side, had one when I was a boy, of perhaps 4 or 5 yrs old, I can’t remember how old I was. It had a 460 with dual exahaust and dual fuel tanks (it needed them). Great read Paul, I own a 1977 F-350 SCS 460/C-6 powered. 390 Holley 850 Edelbrock intake Lunati Cam Headers!! Awesome truck! I just purchased a 1975 Super Camper Special (California Truck) no rust, it was donated and sold at a Auto Auction, I paid $2500.00 plus $1400.00 to have it shipped to Minnesota. But the F-350 CS was essentially a one ton-plus job, on an extended wheelbase. Unfortunately, I think there may be some numbers transposed from the source. I have a 1973 Ford F-350 super camper special with a 390 engine for sale. I have a F350 – 1973 with a cleveland 351M/400 engine. So why do the new trucks look so massive? Hey have scs 75 no wheels this have huge roters on the front what size wheels did they come with. This one has a C6 automatic, and I think the owner told me that it had a 360 FE under the hood. needs engine rebuild, some minor body work and paint job. 82,000 miles on it and runs extremely well. I’m afraid I’ve never owned or driven a 70s Ford F series truck. Mine came equipped with a spare tire holder located on the front of the truck, and was factory original, as it had a Ford part number stamped into it. Can’t find an OE long-bed for it that isn’t rusted out. 785.845.4833. I’d love to restore but don’t have the room. I work at Ford Motor Company and worked at Norfolk Truck Plant [Norfolk Assembly Plant, Norfolk, Va. –Now Closed!! ] Conversely, the short bed (5’8″ bed) stepside section, has the 77~78″ dimensions that I believe to be of the standard bed. My uncle and aunt are still around, 80 years old, and now driving a massive motor home according to my father. I have seen one other duall wheel version here in norfolk exactly like mine!! And now, they’ve become genuine Curbside Classics. This truck is 100%rot free. Nice package; and nice way to use a one-ton chassis for a retail user. Hi Rob. Thanks for the feedback Adam. I’m 99% certain it didn’t. Doesn’t run right now, New gas, filter and plugs should do the trick. in., 6,210 cc 406 cu. The 351C engine, although similar to the M engines, was a different animal and was only available in passenger cars from 1970 through 1974. Ford, FWIW, did go in for odd combos in the first year of their refreshed pickup…we had a Ford dealer a block from my house; that dealer ordered a 4×4 pickup for a shop truck to plow snow…and danged if it didn’t have a gas tank BEHIND THE SEAT. I won’t buy a new one because I don’t want to carry a step ladder so I can climb into it. He just said it was good for parts. Interior is mostly out. Quit your whining and enjoy the drive! Old red brick buildings on the side of the water (just where the inner harbour ended and the gorge began. They certainly rusted less! Good luck! I live in the netherlands and cannot find enough information. Page from the 1970 Pickup model brochure shows no 4×4 in the F350 Lineup then either. Sounds like you got two sweet trucks! But it turned out to be a fairly rare bird, produced in miniscule numbers. It’s not meant for light work like a car. That must have been the cue for Ford to get in the game, which they did with their 1973 pickups. In 1978, all 350’s marked as a Camper Special were the longer wheelbase. Enjoy the beauty shot, it makes it look much better then it actually is. VW Beetle vs. Super Beetle: What’s the Difference. I’m not sure why this seems to be such a hard part to match up. I’m not sure whether Ford built the CS here in Australia or whether this was a privately imported (& converted to RHD) truck. And he did install a dumping mechanism. What size engine does a original F350 from the year 1973 have? Plus , the newer box doesn’t have that crazy two part lower seam that always rusts out. Over the past few weeks a number of key truck camper industry leaders have approached us with concerns about these new 2020 Ford F-series Super Duty trucks. Very little rust. Its a ’78 with a 460, its got power all right, and a thirst to match it. I learned to drive and got my license in it. The spec sheets have a number of the dimensions that you’re looking for. Type: Super Camper Special Year: 1979 Make: Ford Model: F350 XLT Lariat Transmission: Auto Body Style: 2Dr Long Bed W/Canopy Drivetrain: RWD Mileage: 138441 VIN number: F35JREE1002 Exterior Color: Brown/Tan Doors: 2 Interior Color: Tan/Brown Engine: 460 CID New / Used: Used Price: SOLD Location: Arizona. Thanks! I would very much like to enjoy an original 2WD green, blue, 2-tone, etc. My e-mail address is [email protected]. Sounds like it would be quite an interesting story. 94,xxx miles. Can we fit a lwb super camper special tub on the above rear chassis .It measures Something had to be done. Initially, you couldn’t order a ’73 with a 460. Random note on the truck you spotted, its got hubcaps from a ’90’s E-250/350. it did but boy could it pull with the 390 V-8 and H_D 4 speed granny low trans, as my Gramps said to my Dad, Sam this thing goes up hill as fast as it does down hill. He had an ongoing, mostly good humoured, battle with the foreman in charge of the place and really could not wait to drive the pick-up into the “dumping truck” line. We originally bought it for our son but got it back and then figured out what we had. For F100/F150 trucks with a 9" Ford rearend, the pumpkins usually had a stronger 31-spline setup, as opposed to the 28-spline used in earlier trucks. Considering purchase of a 1976 reg cab f350 460 “trailer special”, not a “camper special” or scs. Thanks. The seam is quite visible here. I have a classic camper also in near perfect condition, on a f250 powerstroke 7.3 and 4 wheel drive w air bags. Your email address will not be published. if it wasn’t out at his lake property I would have taken a picture. Great writeup. As for the frame, could it have been common with the larger trucks? Body and Cab Dimensions. We started redoing it then moved and haven’t done anything lately. GM dropped it after 1972. The SCS whether it was called that or not (depending upon the model year) came with the 140″ extended wheelbase, narrower 8″ deep heavy duty 1 ton frame, single rear wheel Dana 70 full floating axle, side-mounted spare tire, regular cab only, and 2WD only. I’ve got a 1973 F350 blue and white that is not running. With crossed fingers hoping for no dimensional changes, they are chomping at the bit to put their tape measures on these new trucks. Well, the SCS has a 140″ wheelbase, so your wheelbase is 23″ too long. Cars have sadly been a lifelong passion for me and it’s nice to be able to share some of these experiences with people who understand. BTW, the area now is quite gentrified. P.S. I did cut out the left “blank” where the a/c register would go and installed a digital clock donated by a mid ’70’s LTD scrapyard victim. Thanks for the catch Mark. The regular bed versions did have an optional storage compartment, but much smaller. Planning to fully restore both. This chart is great for trying to figure what canopies fit other trucks as I have a ’90 Toy P/U and these shells are hard to find in my area. Now that red 4WD late ’60’s Ford, that’s a different story. The Longorn allowed 12′ long campers to be mounted with the GM Legal Department’s blessing. Although the trailer wasn’t very attractive, I thought the truck was beautiful. Hey Adam. And yes, GMC did have their version of a Camper Special. or Best Offer +$8.50 shipping. This was a new truck and obviously a 1973; yet the tank neck was right behind the driver’s door. I would love to find and purchase a good one of these to restore. I have a ’73 F350 SCS Ranger XLT. 1973-1976 F-350 Super emblem measures 4 1/4" x 2" same size as original. We had it for years & I drove it quite a bit. We’ll doublecheck that and get it updated. My grandparents had a 1976 or 1977 Ford F350 pickup. Conventional Cab F100 thru F350 (4x2) and F250 (4x4) SuperCab F100-F350 (4x2) Crew Cab F250 thru F350 (4x2) and F250 (4x4) Styleside Pickup Body Super Camper Special Styleside F350 Flareside Pickup Body (F100/150/250 4x2 and 4x4) F250/350 Crew Cab - Pickup Body F-series Pickup Box Cover RPO Items Data (Styleside Pickup) Very difficult to find these. They changed the heads in 1975, so that may have been part of the problem. And I’m sure the ’73 Arab oil embargo probably canceled more than a few peoples travel plans. Your email address will not be published. Buy Bestop 76309-35 Black Diamond Supertop for Truck - 5.5' for 204-2017 Ford F-150 Super Crew, 2007-2019 Nissan Titan Crew Cab (Without Utility Track System): Automotive - Amazon.com FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases I have heard of two with this wording. Find the best deals for used ford super camper special truck. My dad had a Ford 1948 jail grill long bed truck with a side valve V8 great work truck. 503-407-5745. Sign up to receive discounts, special promos and news. in., 6,651 cc We have a ’75. I do remember my grandparents had a behemoth (by a 5 yr old’s standards) 5th wheeler travel trailer they would tow behind their truck whenever they came to visit from Phillipsburg, Montana. Now that would move a big camper effortlessly. A few things that have been on my mind: it’s a bouncy ride and the cabin’s got a fairly strong, more than typical, fuel smell. 3.90 x 4.25 in. The 73 F350 SCS came standard with a 360 2V V8 and the 390 2V was the only option. “So then how does one tell a Camper Special from a Super Camper Special?” I think it would be the red cape. Pull two pins and slide the bumper out even with the back deck. Camper Specials were also available on the F-100 and F-250, with conventional beds, and were very common. Not “seemed–” they did (or rather, do). Just thought you should know. If you look at some of the links that we included, they will take you to some of the manufacturer’s spec sheets. 7 Ford from $4,700. I am assuming that they could have had both bed types available as an option. The foreman, big, barrel chested man (btw, his family history would make great reading), came storming over when he saw Gordon pull in to the “wrong line up”. What were the dimensions that you have from your truck for both the length and width, inside and outside? The DMV instructor couldn’t believe how long it was. Ford made the F-350 Super Camper Special through 1979. How far from the back of the wells to the tailgate? It was the only American pickup of its kind, and still keep an eight foot bed. With the most recent version of the Ford F250, the 2020 Ford F250, these are the add-ons offered in the Super Duty camper package: Rear stabilizer bar —often referred to as an “anti-roll/sway bar,” this feature makes the vehicle feel more secure and stable as … The F350 Super Camper Special was introduced in 1973 to meet the demands of heavier payloads and the larger campers of the 70's. Can you tell me which pickup beds will work on a 1985 Toyota 4×4 other than the 1984-1995 Toyota Long Beds? It would be a right bastard in parking lots but a nice ride laden. The 6-foot SuperCab measures 72.8 inches in length, 44.8 inches in width, and 20.8 inches in height. It would be interesting to hear the story as to how it managed to only see 1741 miles in 33 years! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_F-Series_(sixth_generation)#1978%E2%80%931979. In addition to the bed changes there was a unique frame, gas tanks, drive shaft springs, brake lines and cables. Even with it’s short wheel base, it hauled a slide in camper alright. That’s if I can source one from the U.S. Would you happen to know which headers will fit? no rust rot and no wrecks. I want it to tow a bumper pull trailer not a camper topper. Make me a offer, I will take as many pictures as you would like. Overall length (inches) 231.8 238.2 254.4 250 266.2 Height, F-250 SRW (without options) (inches) 78.9/81.3 79.3/81.4 78.9/81.4 79.3/81.5 79.0/81.3 Height, F-350 SRW (without options) (inches) 78.7/81.2 79.1/81.3 78.8/81.2 79.1/81.3 78.8/81.1 I do remember it had the tire attached to the front of the grille. I owned a ’73 F-350 Super Camper Special for almost 15yrs. 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Apr 26, 2020 - Explore Olaf Rove's board "Super Camper Special" on Pinterest. I had always assumed the access panel on the right was for storing camper paraphernalia like leveling pads or hookup hoses. To increase safety, the fuel tank was moved out of the cab (to below the pickup bed ), creating a storage area behind the bench seat. F150 Composite Cab Corners that will never rust Manufacturers typically change bed sizes when they introduce a new model year. The 360/390 or the 460 was the way to go in these for hauling loads. Hi Doug, We don’t have that info posted anywhere, but it would be good to add. Im attached more the the person than the truck, but it is cool. Took me a minute to figure out, but then… Ohhhh, the axle is set way the hell back. My favourite years for the F series truck were from 1970 through 72, and from 1973 through 1977. The slightly wording of the badges was just an initial Ford design. Yeah, it was sweet when the dumping feature was demonstrated. GM dropped it after 1972. I understand there were slight variations with between the F350 140″ camper and trailer special versions, with differences in the sway bars, dual batteries, camper wiring harnesses, etc. My uncle used to have one of these – a 390 I think, with a 4-speed manual. So I was attuned; but never did I notice. My neighbour has an early seventies Ford F-150 ro 250 Camper Special with a large V8. Maybe this will help, especially if you direct your eyes to the rear wheels, or more specifically, their relative location compared to the regular version above it. One would think I’d have a driveway full of these things instead of all these Chevrolets. We’ll update the chart to reflect this. I’m asking YOU because it looks like you put headers on the red C/S you have, plus you worked AT the factory! Standard, Custom, or Ranger models were available for all light-duty F-Series trucks this year, including the F-350. Very nice reference. Both eventually succumbed to the same awful fate thanks to rage-induced temper tantrums, lack of maintenance, and general stupidity. The Flareside bed is often called a stepside bed because of the step-up running boards alongside the bottom of the bed's exterior. I have a 95’ Toyota pickup. : Non “Super” Camper Special versions of the F-100/150 and F-250 were also available (and very popular), but did not use an extended wheelbase. Hi All Your 79-91 Flareside inside measurements state 81inch long to 63inch wide. The all-new 1973 Ford F-350 Super Camper Special was designed as a pure workhorse. I don’t know whether it was a Super Camper Special, or just a Camper Special, but I do know that Camper Special was part of its designation. Copyright © 2021 Raybuck Auto Body Parts. But if you look again, the chart states that 76×60 is the outside dimensions. 1967-1969 Ford F100, F250, F350 1741 YES 1741 original miles…. I had an 1984 Toyota 4×4 long box and I mounted one from a 1992 Toyota LB and bolted one perfectly and everything lined up well. 360 2V was still standard, with the 390 or 460 being optional. Dog legs, wheel arches, cab corners, etc. Hi Travis ! Hi why is it that no one makes bed floor repair panels for the97-03 F-150 ford trucks? Hey Philip! Agreed – this truck is begging for you to do a “My Curbside Classic” piece. After seeing this chart and measuring my own bed, I noticed that your detentions for my truck are in the incorrect column. The 351M/400 replaced the 360/390FE engines in 1977. I remember looking at one of these a few years back. I wanted to put headers on it, but ALL headers I’ve found don’t fit the C/S. Does anyone know what the PSI on th Cleveland 351/400 motor that is now in my Ford? engine needs rebuild and restoration but body is solid with no rust rot or wrecks. Displacement 379 cu. Dismiss. All fiberglass too; pretty nice rig; I’d take it. These were essentially the equivalent of duallys today. They were 12.5 inches wide on a 16.5 diameter rim that if I remember correctly was 10 inches wide. It came loaded with virtually every option apparently available. The canopy dealer says some dimensions changed. I cut it out and patched it. Thanks for your patience. 460/C6. The most noticeable feature of the Super Camper was the extended 140 inch wheelbase, which was designed to better distribute additional weight. Philip –Virginia Beach/Norfolk Va. Another pic 1973 F350 Super Camper Special with 79 grille , 390 4V C6 AC, tilt wheel[79] PDB, PS, Holmes 220 Wrecker w/ 8000lb warn winch, Tows awesome !! My parents bought this truck in Feb. of ’73 as a ’73 model year. I’d love to have a 1976-77 Ford F350 Super Camper Special. Ford actually called them super singles in the brochure. Due to supplier backlog, some sheet metal parts are taking 3-4 weeks to ship. Is there a version of this chart that includes the wheel wells? Possibly some car shows, too. Nobody would give it a second glance. I learned then that It’s the little things that get you through the day. I was trying to work out the irony of the camper behind it pointed the wrong way then it hit me . It was essentially a stroked, tall deck larged bearing 351 Cleveland. Sidebar: That was a neat truck!!! Required fields are marked *, 800.334.0230Connect With Us facebooktwitterpinterestyoutube. That must have been the cue for Ford to get in the game, which they did with their 1973 pickups. S p … It was a perfect match for the Super Camper Special. Apparently the F-350 wasn’t available in 4×4 in 1976: http://www.oldcarbrochures.com/static/NA/FMC%20Trucks-Vans/1976_Trucks-Vans/1976_Ford_Pickup_Brochure/1976%20Ford%20Pickups-10.html. “But Americans are prone to overloading, and these rigs became famous for their proclivity to end upside down in the ditch.”. Both optional engines now had 4V carburetors. I once got picked up hitchiking by one of these; there were two combined families aboard, with lots of kids and dogs stuffed everywhere. If anyone knows where to buy a 1974-1975 Ford F350 Super Camper Special please email me. My Grandfather and Father and Uncles worked there also. Seen here with a classic 1967 Caveman 9WE camper (its for sale now), What were the name for the original high flotation tires. Never, EVER noticed that – and one beef I had on the second-generation Japanese trucks was, that the rear-axle was too far FORWARD, not in the center of the bed. (Paralleled parked it like a boss). Pickups back then were not viewed as daily drivers,( probably due to the lack of vinyl roofs, opera windows and Landau bars) like they are now. I would like someone to purchase it and restore it because I recognize your value. XLT 4x4 SD Super Cab 6.75 ft. box 148 in. Great story on the SCS. Love these Trucks and have two of them –One with Dualls and Wrecker in the back. By then, all they saw were tail lights. The old 360’s were pretty weak engines (in terms of power), the 390 would be a minimum for hauling. Lose the camper though. These trucks are awesome and becoming quite rare. The left it at eight foot long, but extended the wheelbase to a whopping 140″, putting the rear wheels well back for better weight distribution. I recently purchased a ’73 F350 Super Camper Special with 27,700 ORIGINAL miles. My intention is to restore both the truck and camper to original condition. No different on the inside. The rear wheel arches are also over an inch higher then the fronts on the long wheelbase Camper Specials from ’73-’79, which accentuates their strange proportions. Hence, they only got used when family went on vacation. For example, what’s the dimension between the wells? And they even had their own camper they wanted to sell you along with it. I always assumed the Camper Special package was a way to save the nincompoops the trouble of figuring out what they needed to overload a 3/4 ton truck. On the Chevy/GMC standard bed (6.5′ box) section (Silverado/Sierra, all years) you have an inside length of 68″ which is actually the length of the short (5′ 8″) bed. I’m 100% sure of that because I distinctly remember the very long right-hand intrusive wheelwell. . For some reason it reminds me of the long bed F-150’s that came out for 1997, as they seemed to have the rear wheels set rather far back. Thanks, Hi Wayne. It’s in the picture a few posts up. He couldn’t tell me much about it as it was a former employee’s. This is not true, my parents (now mine) F350 came with a factory installed 460 and C6 with AC. But I remember it had a distinctive grille that I found the most attractive. Thanks. Have an AC dash for it but nothing else yet. Junqueboi, I am the ADD King of Unfinished Projects, and I still manage to be a contributor for CC. Years ago we used to have access to bed floor repair panels, but the problem was that the ribbing was usually off, so they were discontinued. I sold the Camper Special and am going to keep this one. They no longer called the 140″ wheelbase F350 a super camper special from 77-79, but it was fundamentally the same truck. A truck is a utility vehicle made for hauling stuff or towing a trailer. These look weird with the rear wheels pushed so far back, but I can see how that enhances stability.

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