Looking at a Longstep

[YoungBurb88]

In the pics you'll see a 1968 Longstep that a local guy has, that looking into. His price is just under $1700. Based on looks do yal think it's worth that much?
I'm still waiting to get a reply back about the condition of the bed floor, cab corners and rocker panels. However, from what can be seen it looks to be in good shape.

I'll keep yal posted and let you know if I wind up getting it, but like I said just wanted to know if this longstep is reasonably priced?

Oh the guy told me that the motor is a 350 out of a 94 Chevy. Any idea what I can expect HP and Torque wise?

[YoungBurb88]

To Administrators - If there is anything in this post that shouldn't be there, or if I'm not allowed to ask "What's It Worth" questions, please let me know. I wanna make sure I keep to the rules just like everyone else.

Also, could someone post a link to the rules so I can bookmark it? I've had trouble locating them.

Thank You

[70cst]

Originally Posted by YoungBurb88

To Administrators - If there is anything in this post that shouldn't be there, or if I'm not allowed to ask "What's It Worth" questions, please let me know. I wanna make sure I keep to the rules just like everyone else.

Also, could someone post a link to the rules so I can bookmark it? I've had trouble locating them.

Thank You

All is well. To post a WIW (Whats Its Worth) for the purpose of buying is A Ok

[71sierragrande]

Anything that runs and drives is worth 1700, and you get a '68 chevy to boot.

[YoungBurb88]

Originally Posted by 71sierragrande

Anything that runs and drives is worth 1700, and you get a '68 chevy to boot.

Good to hear, because the guy used/uses it for a daily driver. In one of the pics you can see the roof of something small and red, I'm assuming something more fuel efficient lol.

[71sierragrande]

Hey, the fuel prices arent that bad out here on the west coast, only $4.60 a gallon. And, if you dont like the stepper, a long fleet bed can be found for cheap.

[YoungBurb88]

That's the thing though, I love the longsteps... even got long term plans for if I get this one. The sketch that I uploaded with this post is essentially what I want to do with the bed.

So getting this one would be the first step on the way to doing my first custom and opportunities to learn quite a bit more from Pops.

[71sierragrande]

Oh! I see you are influenced by the '47-'54's. Its a great look, but make sure you dont want a short step(thats what the sketch looks like).

[YoungBurb88]

Originally Posted by 71sierragrande

Oh! I see you are influenced by the '47-'54's. Its a great look, but make sure you dont want a short step(thats what the sketch looks like).

I realize that after drawing it but my proportions were just off. As for the inspiration you're off by about 13 years on the low end, I actually got the idea from the '34 Chevy trucks that had the side step that connected the front and rear fender-wells.
http://www.google.com/search?q=1934+...PZTvqQGfq4HoBg

Maybe even thought about using the fenders off a '30's coupe, use the long front fenders.
http://www.google.com/search?q=1934+...w=1920&bih=947

[71sierragrande]

Ah-ha! I thought a little bit older too but figured it was too much of a stretch. Yeah the beefy front '30's fenders will chew up some of that space in front of the wheels. This is gonna be fun to watch, I think you can make that look good.

[YoungBurb88]

Originally Posted by 71sierragrande

Ah-ha! I thought a little bit older too but figured it was too much of a stretch. Yeah the beefy front '30's fenders will chew up some of that space in front of the wheels. This is gonna be fun to watch, I think you can make that look good.

Thank you, but what I'll love about building it (IF I can get it) the most will be the time spent learning from my dad. He's the master manipulator of vehicles around here, I just have the artistic vision for the truck lol.

What do you think about the custom taillight assemblies in the sketch?
Also for the stacks, I was planning on running true duals to those... think that may be too loud?

[71sierragrande]

Those taillights are cool. The stacks look great but I think diesel when I see that(maybe its just me). In my experience, the original drawing always morphs into something even better in the end, so keep your mind open.

[YoungBurb88]

I'll make sure and keep my mind open to change, I've seen a couple shows where even Chip Foose changed his mind and the finished product killed the concept... as for stacks on a gasser, I looked some up on YouTube that sounded pretty good actually but I don't know if they ran to a collector and out a Y-pipe to the stacks or what? My plan is to just run the pipes straight to the stacks, and debating about putting mufflers just before the pipes turn up. Don't want them to be annoyingly loud, just loud enough to make the ricers go , "HE's Gonna EAT ME!!!" hehehe I'm just we bit prejudiced against imports lol

[71sierragrande]

Yeah, look at my signature to find out how I feel about imports. Im not an exhaust expert, so I cant comment intelligently on how to run the stacks.

[CMH77]

I paid 1200 for my '69 longstepper, and it was in worse shape than that to begin with.

I'd say it's probably worth the 1700, but the cheapskate in me would make me start out a few hundred less and see where I ended up.

[YoungBurb88]

71sierragrande - I must say I rather agree with your signature.

Originally Posted by CMH77

I paid 1200 for my '69 longstepper, and it was in worse shape than that to begin with.

I'd say it's probably worth the 1700, but the cheapskate in me would make me start out a few hundred less and see where I ended up.

Well if the guy goes for it I'll be trading off something I haven't used and don't wanna fix, plus a couple hundred or so. All in all, IF it works, the cash portion will be minimal and I get rid of some yard art. Win, win, win in my books.

That and the lil lady won't have to jump or climb to get into it, so that'll make her a little happier

[flushdrew]

those seats are out of a 95-99 chevy. i had the exact set in my z71.
i don't think it's a bad price if it runs, drives, and isn't rotted to hell and back.

let us know when you pick it up!

[YoungBurb88]

Hate to say it fellas but I think this deal may be a bust, it's been a few days and haven't heard anything back from the guy. Maybe he got busy, maybe he's not interested... who knows?

Anyhow, if I ever hear back from him I'll fire up this thread again.

[YoungBurb88]

Originally Posted by YoungBurb88

Hate to say it fellas but I think this deal may be a bust, it's been a few days and haven't heard anything back from the guy. Maybe he got busy, maybe he's not interested... who knows?

Anyhow, if I ever hear back from him I'll fire up this thread again.

Listing disappeared + lack of contact = probably sold... so the hunt continues, oh well

[71sierragrande]

Originally Posted by YoungBurb88

Listing disappeared + lack of contact = probably sold... so the hunt continues, oh well

Sorry man. Some people in this world dont have no common courtesy

[GRX]

Originally Posted by YoungBurb88

That's the thing though, I love the longsteps...

As you can see from my sig, so Do I. They are the most rare as well. Sorry to hear you lost out.

[martindc1]

Originally Posted by GRX

As you can see from my sig, so Do I. They are the most rare as well. Sorry to hear you lost out.

Production numbers aside, I have a theory that their rareness is compounded by most of them ending up as work trucks and getting beat up and junked in their day. My 67 was originally a step side and the original bed was long gone. The remaining original parts showed evidence of a working heritage.

[YoungBurb88]

Originally Posted by martindc1

Production numbers aside, I have a theory that their rareness is compounded by most of them ending up as work trucks and getting beat up and junked in their day. My 67 was originally a step side and the original bed was long gone. The remaining original parts showed evidence of a working heritage.

Thanks for the sentiments all, one of these days I'll eventually be able to get a Longstep and be able to make something of those sketches. Until then I'll just have to show some patience. Gives more time for planning anyhow

70CST - Thank you for letting me know about that, pops is an admin on the board but I like to try and be self sufficient anyhow. So when I don't know I like to ask the board.

Just out of curiosity, do the Lonsteps usually run higher than the fleetsides? I would think so but from what Longsteps I've found they seem to be in the middle of the price range.

Also, how hard is it to locate a Longstep bed? I've thought about just getting a fleetside and locating a Longstep bed to put on it, would that be easier?

[FL71C10]

Here's one in florida for sale. Kinda pricey.


http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/3386194062.html

[white 67]

I really like long stepsides but i dont think it adds any value to a truck. Most people dont like them and that brings the value down. I would pay more for one but i know it would be harder to resell.