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pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
well it seems everybody likes to put pics of there trucks up,and id like to see what people thought about my truck.
the story-at 15 years old my dad offered to buy me anythin under 2200$ but i insisted on bein stupid and buying my own truck( i only had 500$ saved). soooo i drag home this 1978 k20 silverado from a field sittin half on its side.over the time until now( im 17) i have been fixing everything on this damn thing. ALL brand new electrical,(wiring,switches,guages etc etc). me and my dad built a hyper 355 for it all brand new.rebuilt th400 tranny. brand new brakes,lines etc. got a 6" suspension lift and 3" body lift and steering stabalizers etc off ebay as well as the wheels and 39.5" swampers. needless to say ive spent a TON on it.everything works like brand new.its gettin prepped for primer and paint n stuff. what do you guys think?interior pics etc soon if ya want!(dont mind the guirl in the pic,only pics of the truck i got at the moment loll) ![]() ![]()
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1969 Shortbed in progress 1982 short step, few suspension and motor upgrades.getting a 468 1978 Shortbed fleet side bonanza fully loaded 1978 k20 Silverado loaded.currently engine-less 1989 k10 suburban 9" lift 65 nova And more Last edited by dmartin1; 06-14-2011 at 04:07 AM. |
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Awesome!!!! Nice truck!!! I don't think you were stupid wanting to pay for your own rig....that's pretty cool IMHO. My daughters may have help buying their cars (my girlfriend and I want them to have classic chevy to drive when they are old enough) but we are going to teach them how to save up for and fix their cars.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
You have accomplished what a lot of "kids" your age are too lazy, too stupid, or too spoiled to do!
![]() Be proud of the fact that it is YOURS! You manned up, built it yourself, and a now reaping the benefits. You made the truck your own! I bet your dad is proud, too! Now put her in paint!
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Great stuff man. Did the same thing In HS. Bought mine at the ripe old age of 14( 68 stepper). Even took a weekend job during Football season at McDonalds for some extra cash. Took me 4 years doing a frame off but I learned a lot and had one nice ride I was very proud of when dad and I finished. The bad part was I had to drive my dads old Plumbing Van most of HS bc we didnt finish until my senior year. You and your Dad will have memories from this forever. Enjoy it!
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Thats a sick truck! What color do you plan on painting it?
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
That is an awesome story dude. I am glad you got a good old chevy that your turning into a bad ass ride
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
I think its awesome! What are you going to do for paint? Also, feel free to include pics of the lady in future pics...
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
More pics ! girl included =P
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
That thing is a beast! I love it!!
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
cool truck
all that work, will give you reliable enjoyment and jaw drops.just wait!
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Looks great, killer HS ride. Good on you for doing it yourself too. And I don't care what part of the US you're in, chicks dig trucks.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
I think you have done great for anyone, especially for a young gun. Don't worry about us, we will endure having to look at your truck AND the cute girl too....
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Pretty sweet. The truck is alright too.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
the factory color inside is a cranberry maroon dark red color with silver metallic in it.
im planning on doin the outside that exact matched color as well with black pinstripe down the body line. with limo tint and a sticker that says " Boobie Bouncer" on the rear window cause my girlfriend says "this truck makes my boobs bounce a lot" loll ill get some interior pics this evening! ive begun working on my 1967 c10. heres some cell phone pics. manual sunpro guages- ![]() 60/40 Seats from a 1999 suburban hooked up full power.-- ![]() B&M floor shift with workin indicator n light and aftermarket sound system.-- ![]() My 5$ steering wheel and 10$ new column =D-- ![]() door panel soon to get covered in grey tweed with black carpet bottom part-- ![]()
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1969 Shortbed in progress 1982 short step, few suspension and motor upgrades.getting a 468 1978 Shortbed fleet side bonanza fully loaded 1978 k20 Silverado loaded.currently engine-less 1989 k10 suburban 9" lift 65 nova And more |
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
[QUOTE=dmartin1;4737855]with limo tint and a sticker that says " Boobie Bouncer" on the rear window cause my girlfriend says "this truck makes my boobs bounce a lot" loll
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Thats a mean looking truck, good job!! It will be very nice when your done with it and you'll be able to say you did it yourself. That's a huge accomplishment for a young guy at this day in time.
***Girls help add to any pic!! And keep a eye on those bald rear tires.*** Posted via Mobile Device
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
thanks guys.
i figured someone would say something about the tires.im trying to save money for some new or decent used 40" tires.but its hard,loww budget lol.and ive been workin on my 67 chevy.
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1969 Shortbed in progress 1982 short step, few suspension and motor upgrades.getting a 468 1978 Shortbed fleet side bonanza fully loaded 1978 k20 Silverado loaded.currently engine-less 1989 k10 suburban 9" lift 65 nova And more |
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
just for your info I believe that color is called 71 Rosedale red, may be on your ID sticker in your glovebox. Thats the color my 76 is supposed to be.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Nice looking rig, and something to be proud of, th girl and the truck. Nice to see younger guys that are still into it, hope my boys will be also. We need a Youtube link for the BoobyBouncer, love the name.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
Love the truck, but I hate those tires. bald or brand new, that has to be the ugliest tire ever created! Not trying to demean your truck, cuz it is a bada** truck. just had to give my opinion of the ugly tires.
I like those door panels, had some in my 79 I built, forget where I got them..do you have power locks and crank windows?? how wierd is that? I had a girlfriend who wouldn't go 4 wheeling with me because of the bouncing issue, said it hurt. so I asked her if I could take her top-heavy friend instead. She said no.
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
I was going to comment on the placement of those huge ridiculous stacks in the first picture, but I saw in the second picture they were gone. So then I looked back at the first picture and said Oh, never mind...lol
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Re: pics of my '78 k20 on 40's.
lmao.thanks for the comments guys.
the tires are not that great lookin,butttt they were free soo... new tires are expensive at this size! lol...i want the pro comp mud terrains.sexyyy just put a newly recovered headliner in today.had it same grey as the seats with black trim.only cost me 50$ to do it all!
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