My "new" '74

[notmycity]

Hello,

With the exception of the past year or so, I haven’t done much mechanically for well over ten years. I was mostly a chevy muscle car guy, but recently have purchased a ‘74 GMC 1500 2WD for 950.00. She’s had over $6,000 invested the past two years (receipts provided) in mechanicals and body/paint, but I’m told a 9 y.o. kid took it for a joy ride when the guy left it running and the recently new front bumper needs replacement due to a low-speed sudden stop by brick wall.

The interior is ugly and needs a lift, and there are some things that need TLC, but overall I think I did ok.

Here’s a sampling of what I know has been done:

• re-manufactured 350 less than 30k ago.
• rebuilt brake system front to back
• many replaced suspension components
• all body work done with new fenders and/or metal patch panels.
• floor pans and rockers replaced
• fresh tires
• new bed liner
• bed tool box
• came with aluminum camper cap that looks correct for the year (or very close)

I’ll be soliciting feedback on repairs and recommendations very shortly.

Thanks.........

[TrainD5115]

Welcome aboard. Opinions are definately not in short supply around here. You will also find lots of helpful info. Get some pics up if you can, we'd all like to see your "new" '74.
Remember...round headlights rule!

[notmycity]

Thanks Brad. Yeah, I've always been partial to round headlights too...both types... if ya know what I mean