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C/10 King · 06-25-2009, 08:40 PM

Well, Believe it or not, After nearly 19, Thats right 19 years, my cousin Ritchie's former long bed plain jane farm Truck, Is now A "almost" complete fully loaded "beautiful swan" Short bed, Sorry no old pics., just recent ones, And no long story (Because I still type with one finger

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northern 85 · 06-25-2009, 08:54 PM

That looks really nice!

**special-K** · 06-25-2009, 09:27 PM

I like it.I like it.

**Palf70Step** · 06-25-2009, 09:29 PM

Very Nice!

It was worth the time!

my67chevytruck · 06-25-2009, 09:58 PM

sweet rig...

14U2NV · 06-25-2009, 10:17 PM

Nice. I like it.

Chad

stllookn · 06-25-2009, 10:38 PM

Holy sweet hayzus!!!!!! Nice 50th...was it originally a 50th Anniversary truck?

71swb4x4 · 06-25-2009, 10:44 PM

I love the 50th paint scheme!!

chevy_mike · 06-25-2009, 11:19 PM

Looking sweet!

I can't tell, does the hood and fenders have the trim that goes around the edge or not? I can't tell if the holes are there.

Could you post a better (closer) of the nose?

C/10 King · 06-25-2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

Holy sweet hayzus!!!!!! Nice 50th...was it originally a 50th Anniversary truck?

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Originally Posted by chevy_mike

Looking sweet!

I can't tell, does the hood and fenders have the trim that goes around the edge or not? I can't tell if the holes are there.

Could you post a better (closer) of the nose?

The factory color was red, bought by my Uncle in the late 70's it was later painted green, Remember it had no options and ran on "propane", it was A "work horse" my cousin in about 90 or 91, got tired of me making fun of his long bed compared to my black short fleet and decided to something about it. It has all the moldings now, and then some.

**KevsClassics** · 06-26-2009, 12:52 AM

Richie Shmichie Uh!!
That looks really good and all body panels match. Just need to get rid of those Rene style wheels and put Richie wheels.

C/10 King · 06-27-2009, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by KevsClassics

Richie Shmichie Uh!!
That looks really good and all body panels match. Just need to get rid of those Rene style wheels and put Richie wheels.

Kevin Smevin Huh, Yes the paint matches this time.(the third times a charm) Those wheels are best thing about this truck!

**KevsClassics** · 06-27-2009, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by C/10 King

Kevin Smevin Huh, Yes the paint matches this time.(the third times a charm) Those wheels are best thing about this truck!

That's just your opinion. Actually the tilt column and Tach dash are the best thing

**special-K** · 06-26-2009, 05:26 AM

Heh heh,his truck has a twin.This one I did started out red,too,but was always a shortbed Custom.I love gold paint.i`ve had three gold and want another:

faribran · 06-26-2009, 11:46 AM

YES SIR !! this is the bomb.. i just may keep a pic of this.... as i may copy this color combo....... i like !

72BlckButy · 06-29-2009, 04:52 AM

Great looking project, tell Ritchie he's doing a fantastic job.

big_al_71 · 06-29-2009, 08:12 AM

very nice

69GMCLonghorn · 06-29-2009, 12:37 PM

Someone on here had the classic line of all time, which applies here:

Everybody wants a short bed... until you get to Home Depot!!

C/10 King · 06-29-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 69GMCLonghorn

Someone on here had the classic line of all time, which applies here:

Everybody wants a short bed... until you get to Home Depot!!

Been there,said that!

71 burb · 06-29-2009, 08:56 PM

sweet biscuits i love that color combo its my favarite

jay-dawg · 06-29-2009, 09:13 PM

beautiful truck. care to share the paint codes?

C/10 King · 06-30-2009, 09:30 PM

Well, he couldn't come up with the paint codes,but he found some old photos.

He'll never work for Time Life Magazine

**KevsClassics** · 07-01-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by C/10 King

Well, he couldn't come up with the paint codes,but he found some old photos.

He'll never work for Time Life Magazine

Wow!! I like those before pics. Richie does have talent plus he drinks MGDs with me. (Mexicans Getting Drunk)

But seriously you need to post pics here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=329699

SIXT8LOU · 07-01-2009, 12:46 AM

RITCHEEEEEEEEE...........................SEE YOU AT BROTHERS SHOW!!!!!!!! 7/12. Dont forget to bring your tools to my garage....

C/10 King · 07-01-2009, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SIXT8LOU

RITCHEEEEEEEEE...........................SEE YOU AT BROTHERS SHOW!!!!!!!! 7/12. Dont forget to bring your tools to my garage....

Rich said, Get the cookies ready! Because he's bringing his tools, his boots, a "flashlight",and his brand new chaleco'! Size extra medium.

Cha!

06-25-2009, 08:40 PM	#1
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	1968 Project Hippo Well, Believe it or not, After nearly 19, Thats right 19 years, my cousin Ritchie's former long bed plain jane farm Truck, Is now A "almost" complete fully loaded "beautiful swan" Short bed, Sorry no old pics., just recent ones, And no long story (Because I still type with one finger). __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

06-25-2009, 08:54 PM	#2
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: 1968 Project Hippo That looks really nice!

06-25-2009, 09:27 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: 1968 Project Hippo I like it.I like it. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-25-2009, 09:29 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,082	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Very Nice! It was worth the time! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

06-25-2009, 09:58 PM	#5
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: 1968 Project Hippo sweet rig... __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

06-25-2009, 10:17 PM	#6
14U2NV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Midlothian, Tx Posts: 156	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Nice. I like it. Chad

06-25-2009, 10:38 PM	#7
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Holy sweet hayzus!!!!!! Nice 50th...was it originally a 50th Anniversary truck? __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

06-25-2009, 10:44 PM	#8
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: 1968 Project Hippo I love the 50th paint scheme!! __________________ 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.

06-25-2009, 11:19 PM	#9
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Looking sweet! I can't tell, does the hood and fenders have the trim that goes around the edge or not? I can't tell if the holes are there. Could you post a better (closer) of the nose? __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...

06-26-2009, 12:52 AM	#11
KevsClassics TILT COLUMN GURU Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 4,276	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Richie Shmichie Uh!! That looks really good and all body panels match. Just need to get rid of those Rene style wheels and put Richie wheels. __________________ Instagram kevs_classics64 64 Impala SS Conv 72 Blazer 2wd 75 Jimmy 2wd 63 Belair wagon 02 Silverado ext cab. DD RIP EL JAY

06-26-2009, 05:26 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Heh heh,his truck has a twin.This one I did started out red,too,but was always a shortbed Custom.I love gold paint.i`ve had three gold and want another: __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 06-26-2009 at 05:27 AM.

06-26-2009, 11:46 AM	#15
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: 1968 Project Hippo YES SIR !! this is the bomb.. i just may keep a pic of this.... as i may copy this color combo....... i like ! __________________ "

06-29-2009, 04:52 AM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Great looking project, tell Ritchie he's doing a fantastic job. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-29-2009, 08:12 AM	#17
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 1968 Project Hippo very nice __________________ 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

06-29-2009, 12:37 PM	#18
69GMCLonghorn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Porter Ranch, CA Posts: 978	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Someone on here had the classic line of all time, which applies here: Everybody wants a short bed... until you get to Home Depot!!



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06-29-2009, 08:56 PM	#20
71 burb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: mount olive al Posts: 176	Re: 1968 Project Hippo sweet biscuits i love that color combo its my favarite

06-29-2009, 09:13 PM	#21
jay-dawg chevelito Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Honolulu, HI USA Posts: 1,609	Re: 1968 Project Hippo beautiful truck. care to share the paint codes? __________________ New deadline...when my son can drive. Aloha from Honolulu, HI

06-30-2009, 09:30 PM	#22
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: 1968 Project Hippo Well, he couldn't come up with the paint codes,but he found some old photos. He'll never work for Time Life Magazine __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

07-01-2009, 12:46 AM	#24
SIXT8LOU Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Corona,Ca Posts: 146	Re: 1968 Project Hippo RITCHEEEEEEEEE...........................SEE YOU AT BROTHERS SHOW!!!!!!!! 7/12. Dont forget to bring your tools to my garage....

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