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navybear70 · 09-29-2011, 06:39 PM

My last visit was on 3/17/2009. I need another project. My 2009 Silverado never breaks down! (thank God!)
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71swb4x4 · 09-29-2011, 06:52 PM

Welcome back. What are you looking for?

navybear70 · 09-29-2011, 10:28 PM

67-72, swb, something with wheels.

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CC69Rat · 09-30-2011, 11:31 AM

http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/2617210321.html

$25 cheap enough ?

Gotta be a mis-print / mis-key ? Thought it was funny, but I haven't called. you might get it for $25 bucks! (kidding)

http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/2584720868.html

Now, this one?? If I had the money, it'd be in my driveway. And, it's down your way too.

**truckster** · 09-30-2011, 11:57 AM

I wish I could say the same. My 72 Blazer never breaks down, but my 2001 Chevy van with 115,000 miles has caused all kinds of headaches. So far I've had to replace the distributor, O2 sensors, MAF sensor, ECU, front wheel bearings and seals, rear wheel bearings and seals (and brakes, since they were soaked with 90w), rear wheel cylinders, and high pressure regulator (it's bi-fuel CNG). The interior rattles, the door handles have come off or broken, the power locks stopped working, and now the radiator is leaking. I've also had one tire blow apart on me, causing body damage to the van (OK, that's not Chevy's fault, but still...)

I've spent more on repairs for the 2001 than I have for my Blazer, and that includes the engine I put in the Blazer when I bought it.

Anyway, enough of my rant. Good luck finding a fun project.

slikside · 10-02-2011, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by truckster

I wish I could say the same. My 72 Blazer never breaks down, but my 2001 Chevy van with 115,000 miles has caused all kinds of headaches. So far I've had to replace the distributor, O2 sensors, MAF sensor, ECU, front wheel bearings and seals, rear wheel bearings and seals (and brakes, since they were soaked with 90w), rear wheel cylinders, and high pressure regulator (it's bi-fuel CNG). The interior rattles, the door handles have come off or broken, the power locks stopped working, and now the radiator is leaking. I've also had one tire blow apart on me, causing body damage to the van (OK, that's not Chevy's fault, but still...)

I've spent more on repairs for the 2001 than I have for my Blazer, and that includes the engine I put in the Blazer when I bought it.

Anyway, enough of my rant. Good luck finding a fun project.

Now THAT is a bummer! This is the reason that so many Americans went Japanese or other foreign cars for many years. American Automakers simply lost their way, and frankly, they just weren't worth the trouble. But hopefully things are different now. Or, more like they used to be!!

flashed · 09-30-2011, 12:14 PM

I know of a 67 or 68 longbed that looks pretty solid for $1800 .It looks all original including the paint which is real thin. Its also not mine but I would love to have it.

09-29-2011, 06:39 PM	#1
navybear70 hometown heroes! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ewa Beach, HI Posts: 487	I'm so ashamed... My last visit was on 3/17/2009. I need another project. My 2009 Silverado never breaks down! (thank God!) Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2009 Silverado 2wd, 121k as of 04APR13. I love my truck 29 days out of the month. The payment is due on the 30th... Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more, you should never wish to do less. -Robert E. Lee "Never give up ground you've already taken." -Unknown

09-29-2011, 06:52 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: I'm so ashamed... Welcome back. What are you looking for? __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

09-29-2011, 10:28 PM	#3
navybear70 hometown heroes! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ewa Beach, HI Posts: 487	Re: I'm so ashamed... 67-72, swb, something with wheels. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2009 Silverado 2wd, 121k as of 04APR13. I love my truck 29 days out of the month. The payment is due on the 30th... Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more, you should never wish to do less. -Robert E. Lee "Never give up ground you've already taken." -Unknown

09-30-2011, 11:31 AM	#4
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	Re: I'm so ashamed... http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/2617210321.html $25 cheap enough ? Gotta be a mis-print / mis-key ? Thought it was funny, but I haven't called. you might get it for $25 bucks! (kidding) http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/2584720868.html Now, this one?? If I had the money, it'd be in my driveway. And, it's down your way too. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

09-30-2011, 11:57 AM	#5
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,953	Re: I'm so ashamed... I wish I could say the same. My 72 Blazer never breaks down, but my 2001 Chevy van with 115,000 miles has caused all kinds of headaches. So far I've had to replace the distributor, O2 sensors, MAF sensor, ECU, front wheel bearings and seals, rear wheel bearings and seals (and brakes, since they were soaked with 90w), rear wheel cylinders, and high pressure regulator (it's bi-fuel CNG). The interior rattles, the door handles have come off or broken, the power locks stopped working, and now the radiator is leaking. I've also had one tire blow apart on me, causing body damage to the van (OK, that's not Chevy's fault, but still...) I've spent more on repairs for the 2001 than I have for my Blazer, and that includes the engine I put in the Blazer when I bought it. Anyway, enough of my rant. Good luck finding a fun project.

09-30-2011, 12:14 PM	#7
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: I'm so ashamed... I know of a 67 or 68 longbed that looks pretty solid for $1800 .It looks all original including the paint which is real thin. Its also not mine but I would love to have it.



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