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They call me the Breeze...
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Location: New York
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Since the year is winding down, thought it would be a good time to post about your truck, burb, or blazer achievements for 2008 that you are proud of.
![]() Could be anything... New project?? Finally finish one??? New paint??? New tires/rims??? Whatever....Run with it.... I finally got some work done on my K20. Fresh 350 swap, low mile 4 speed/transfer case from a 68 K20. Not running yet but hopefully soon. I don't have the grille, core, or bumper attached. Just wanted to see what it will look like. And don't forget guys... ![]()
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Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin Last edited by 68,69 K20; 12-13-2008 at 08:29 PM. |
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Resident of Here
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA
Posts: 7,716
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
I was given my brothers 72 C10. The day I got it more thing were done to it than the whole time it was his. Not sure what else to say about it.
So far I have: removed broken exhaust system, painted most of the truck, painted outside of frame, debadged it, taken beatup and mismatched trim rings off, a few more thing I cant remember. I had decided to get the hood to bare metal and paint it, the first spot I hit was bondo, I was sad, then I kept going. I went through a quarter inch of bondo in a 2'x1' area, and I found a bunch of stud welder holes. I'm guessing a small tree hit the hood, but I dont know.
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~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list ![]() Miss having a truck ![]() |
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: DFW (Forney)
Posts: 1,529
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Paint ,bags, new glass, new seat, alum. fuel cell, plus alot of other stuff I can't remember.
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'58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5 Last edited by Painter D; 10-17-2009 at 04:06 PM. |
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 943
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I lost ground!! Stole the motor and trans for another project, but I gained wheels and tires and started another motor for the truck.
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Old Shovel Rider
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Rain City, WA.
Posts: 117
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
I'm with ya on that. Picking up lots of little details. 2007 was a HUGE accomplishment, so I've mostly been fine tuning and enjoying FINALLY having a decent truck. |
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Arizona
Posts: 835
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
I got my truck from this
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67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094 |
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: South Florida
Posts: 11,375
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
I rebuilt mine in three months with three friends,,..Repainted the roof,hood,engine compartment, smoothed firewall,repainte the inside of the cab, rewired the complete truck, built a 400 small block, made it automatic, new radiator, redid all my brakes, everything that could be replaced I did,... see my build thread
![]() only thing missing New wheels and tires..
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Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild Last edited by big_al_71; 12-13-2008 at 04:23 PM. |
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Eagle River, Alaska
Posts: 84
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
2008 Got me started, bought a solid 72 K10 body/frame in September, picked up a Chiltons & a Haynes, and jumped in with both feet...oh, and got registered user status here, probably the most important thing I have done! OK, while there are still no pics as of yet, here is a list of what was done so far:
New Battery, Alternator, Voltage Regulator, Cap, Rotor, Points, Condensor, Coil, Wires, Plugs, 600CFM Holley Carb, Moroso Valve Covers, Air Cleaner, Heater Core, Water Pump, Hoses & Clamps. Installed a manual choke just for days like today when it is -8 degrees outside and the rig is being a little stubborn starting. Removed a POS aftermarket radio that was installed with plumbers tape (UGH!), still looking for a suitable replacement, would prefer an original because I am not cutting anything to make room for a modern radio. Have an old pair of MBQuart speakers (Still in the box) and some new cable to install, so the sound quality should be fine. The floor mats were original and falling apart so I removed those as well, now I need to find something suitable to replace them with, I would like a one or two piece set capable of holding snow/water off the floorboards, but I am still looking. Scoped out LMC truck (Ordered free catalogs from them and Summit), found replacement gage clusters, the original still functions but is bare bones and in rough shape, so I am looking to upgrade the appearance and add Tachometer & Vacuum gages, I would like to stay as true to original as possible and am open to suggestions. Saving any body work and painting for last, trying to get the mechanical parts sound first but I am a bit concerned about corrosion prevention. Finally, I have been researching Lockers for the truck, living in Alaska can be a challenge, last year we had almost 20" of snow fall on one day...in MAY! My job requires I am available 24/7 so on days like that I want to make sure that if I get out and lock the truck into 4x4 that I have the best possible setup for my K10 while still maintaining a stock stance & clearance while running my 31's on stock rims, again any reasonable suggestions are welcome. Thank you for letting me post, its great reading about everyones rides and seeing all that you folks have accomplished, there are many inspirations on this board, a wealth of knowledge to tap, and plenty of humor, I know that both my wife and I have shared many a laugh since becoming members here, thanks! V/R AK _____________________________ 1972 K10 Custom Deluxe 350/350 2008 Suburban LTZ White Diamond 1972 F100 302 2WD "Why Build It If You Can't Drive It?" Last edited by AK72K10; 12-13-2008 at 05:13 PM. Reason: SP |
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Moderator
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Location: Modesto, CA
Posts: 5,775
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
The first pic. is the earliest pic. I took as I began this project. I wish I had taken more starting pictures. I made some progress though.
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2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn
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Senior Member
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Location: New Madison, Ohio
Posts: 21,365
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313715
See link...it will still be another month or two before she is ready for the highway.
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A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. ![]() 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. ![]() 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc ![]() ![]() JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! |
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I am a Referee of life.
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Greensboro N.C.
Posts: 13,993
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
I finished a 2 1/2 -4 drop and frontend rebuild,did Charlotte twice,Maggie Valley and the 2008 National Board Meet.I also Upgradede to HEI ,replaced the stock wheels with Ralleys(required by the drop) and rebuilt the carb.I aquired a radiator,and a new battery box but haven't installed them yet.No pics my camera is acting up.
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: lafayette, ga.
Posts: 832
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
tires and wheels, also i installed dual elect fans and new headlights
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![]() It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.... Ronald Reagan Last edited by 72BLUZ; 12-13-2008 at 05:09 PM. |
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: buffalo
Posts: 178
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Well even though i still go to college and am away from the truck from sept to april i do manage to do quite a bit of work during the summers.....My truck went from being semi together and laid out to totally disassembled again to resurrect the floors, cab corners rockers kicks etc and shave and paint the firewall and bolt it back down for good.....It went back to almost the exact same state but with a cab that for what it started out as i am very happy with....now to make it run!
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#14 |
What have I gotten into
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Liberty, TX
Posts: 123
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
2008 was the begining of my first project. Project BumbleBee officially started the day I left to go pick him up in Alabama back in November. Since then, I've basically just been cleaning on the truck. I finally got all my replacement panels and I've slowly been getting rid of the rust. Hopefully 09 will see a lot of change.
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The Older Generation
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Location: Montezuma, Iowa
Posts: 25,515
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
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I did some work on the White Truck, like complete brake job w/power brakes, new rear e-brake cables, new headers and full exhaust, new rear wheel bearing seals, new CD& MP3 player, and rebuilt the carb. Also small stuff like paint the steering column & wheel, glove box door, & kick panels. I also bought the '72 GMC 4x4 as a project truck and finished it out. Sold it a week after I finished it. Now on to other projects…. LockDoc
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Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Chassis done, body re-mounted, picked up some bling-bling....
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Central PA
Posts: 12,201
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Now that I recap I guess I got a lot done... This was only a 9 months year for me since I didn't get home from school till April...
1. Had some aluminum tanks made 2. Built a trailer 3. Bought (and sold) a lot of parts.. got a bed, fenders, tailgate and floor 4. Blasted my cab and other parts 5. Installed a new floor 6. Had some buddy seat brackets made... Not bad I guess...
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The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 12-13-2008 at 08:28 PM. |
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Buffalo MN
Posts: 606
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
well got a few things done this year, i wore out the 250 i6 in my 68 c20 then sold the motor to tkeduk8r and parted the rest of the truck out i hope that i could use its parts on another truck that i hadnt found yet,i repaired and painted a 69-70 grille i had lyin around in my shop
![]() i tradded my 1963 dodge custom 880 ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() i am in the process of buying my dads 71 k10 custom deluxe from him, this truck is my dream truck, he started restoring it when he found out i was going to be born, and he brought me home from the hospital in it and it was fully restored! frame off even, but 18 years has had its toll on the truck ![]() ![]() i also learned that when i graduate this coming spring i will be inheriting my greatgrandpas 48 desoto custom coupe ![]() ![]() lots of minor work done on the the k10 since i got it and im sure im forgetting alot of stuff haha
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Trial and Error, its expensive but its a mistake i most likely wont make again 1971 chevy k10 custom deluxe http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341257 1968 chevy k/10 fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334731 1948 desoto custom coupe fluid drive(family heirloom) |
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Between Trucks...
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Los Angeles, CA.
Posts: 3,830
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
![]() ![]() ![]() Got a lot done this year. Body work on my bed. Chrome trim on my tail gate. Got my seat redone, 3 point seatbelts. Put in a CD player. Steelies and trim rings. And a bunch of little stuff.
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Engine n00b
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Austin
Posts: 1,031
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
purchased, dropped, fixed up a few things, then blew engine. Waiting on a check now to fix that up
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Still livin the "dream" in '54
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Tucson, AZ
Posts: 2,656
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Got the stepper from lowly tow status to driving status.
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Current build. 1954 Chevrolet 3800 "Ella" SOLD! My '67 stepper "Tangerine Dream" "Anything worth doing is worth doing right" James Dean “When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” Sherlock Holmes "There is no spoon." Neo |
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Chevy nut
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Springfield, Illinois
Posts: 2,266
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
The best way is to look at my build thread.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post3026432
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Commander Taco Bello
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 2,232
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Went from this:
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English Chevy Owner
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France
Posts: 1,848
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Absolutely zilch although I have gathered some more parts including a camper shell for the bed and a nice shiny red flake steering wheel. Between being a full time stay at home dad to my two year old twins, working on the house/garden here and the house in France and keeping my daily driver running I seem to have little spare time. Couple that with having no garage and the wettest summer on record in the UK and its been a challenge. I'm hoping to try and get her back on the road for late spring but the weather so far ain't cooperating. We've had lots of high winds and now two weeks of snow and sub-zero temperatures and lots of rain in between.
Its always inspiring though to come on here and see what everyone else has done!
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Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission |
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'71 chevy s.bed/s.side
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Location: Chesapeake, VA
Posts: 1,571
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Re: What did YOU achieve truck wise in 2008...
Went from this
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STILL PLAYS WITH CARS...AND TRUCKS!! Parents! Be good to your kids...they get to choose your nursing home! 250 I-6 with a 3 speed Saginaw and Borg Warner Overdrive...She's got overdrive! |
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