Rusty 1972 truck for free
 

I am new to this forum. I have always loved the 67-72 trucks so when I was offered a 72 for free I couldn't say no The truck is in really rough shape. The truck came with no box so I was thinking of shortening the frame and ordering a new short box. I also came across a picture a 1972 with a newer 90's style box, does anyone know if this is a common swap? From the picture it looks like the body lines on the new box lines up with the 72 cab?

Here is a picture of my new truck
http://chevyrides.com/72driverside.jpg

Here is a picture of a box on my truck I would like to use
http://autohobbypage.com/show/00/spf/nat453.jpg

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Yes, it is becoming common. The 88-98 stepsides are plentiful and the body lines do line up. I've heard some people complain that the rear fender opening is not as round as the front, but it doesn't bother me. I shortened my frame and am going with a 73-87 step side because I found one in OK for $85. The rear fenders on the 73-87 cost about half of what the 67-72 ones do. I've seen these on our trucks and they look good also.

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I guess I'll be one of the few that complain because I would't get caught driving a truck with a mistmatched bed :lol:
But don't pay attention to what I say, is all in fun rusty72, if you can't find an original bed a newer would serve a purpose.
BTW :welcome2: to the board. :D

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Welcome To The Board From A Fellow Canuck! Looks Solid enough for a Canadian truck! Good Score! Keep us posted !

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Welcome from Manitoba, truck don't look too bad. Heck, if the floor's missing large parts, it'll look like mine.

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Can't beat the price! And owning a 72 is better than a poke in the eye with a stick.:)

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Hey you can't beat free, thats what I paid for my 72 but it wasn't near that good of shape just needed a few parts off of it. Good luck with the build.

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Nice find.....I thought that someone was giving away a 72 tho
Good luck
Shane

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I almost broke my mouse in half trying to be the first one to claim the free truck.

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:) I guess I could of worded the title "truck for free" different :lol:

Thanks for the welcome.

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I had my truck gassed up and ready to drive to the great white north. Welcome aboard... and a very nice starter rig.

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tynee lay off the mouse :lol: ...............sorry man that for some reason to me at 2 in the morning was funny as h&ll !!!

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FREE FREE FREE, THATS THE BEST PRICE, UNTIL YOU ADD UP THE MONEY THAT GOES INTO OUR PASSION,
FREE FREE FREE
ENJOY AND WELCOME TO THE BOARD:cool:

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I thought I was gonna see a first:A non-subscribing member trying to pimp himself on here on here for free.And,in the wrong section.All pimping to be done in the for sale section.

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Hey, I got mine for free, and I think you got a better deal. Looks like a great starter you've got there.