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68GenIII · 04-28-2006, 09:39 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MEWA%3AIT&rd=1

I hope nothing because I just bought it

72 CustomCamper · 04-28-2006, 09:45 PM

I'll tell you exactly what's wrong with it. It's not sitting in my driveway... LOL

Chuck

68GenIII · 04-28-2006, 09:52 PM

The only thing that is suppose to be wrong with it is the AC needs hooked up, the cowl panel needs painted, and the front bumper needs replaced (dented). I dont like the color, wheels or interior so that is what I will be changing. Im not a real big stepside fan so I might slap a swb fleetside bed on it.

jbon64 · 04-28-2006, 09:57 PM

at the risk of sounding like an ass......why dont you buy a truck with , a different color, different interior , different bed ??? seems you'd spend a butt load of money changing what you dont like when you could buy what you want for probably a bit cheaper in the long run .......just my .02

68GenIII · 04-28-2006, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jbon64

at the risk of sounding like an ass......why dont you buy a truck with , a different color, different interior , different bed ??? seems you'd spend a butt load of money changing what you dont like when you could buy what you want for probably a bit cheaper in the long run .......just my .02

All the work done is done by me, kind of a hobby. I refuse to pay anyone to do anything. I can buy the tools and do it myself for the same price, and I know it is done right. What fun is it buying something someone else built. Ever priced a GenIII motor, 4L60E, modified wire harness, modified computer, etc? I paid $5500 for all of that and got a clean straight rust free air conditioned truck thrown in. Thats the way I look at it. Need any work done?

68GenIII · 04-28-2006, 10:32 PM

Thanks for the kind words guys. I actually just bought a clean rust free 68 that I am planning on putting a 6 litre motor, 4 wheel disk brakes, big wheels etc. I came across this truck after buying all of the stuff for mine I spoke about above. Added up what I have spent so far and pretty much decided I would be a fool for not hitting the buy it now, right now!! So I did. I figure an interior make over, some paint and some big billet wheels, and I have a pretty good investment. Not to mention I have something to look at to help me build my other truck. It certainly wont kill me to have something to cruise this summer to local car shows and swap meets either!

jbon64 · 04-29-2006, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 68GenIII

All the work done is done by me, kind of a hobby. I refuse to pay anyone to do anything. I can buy the tools and do it myself for the same price, and I know it is done right. What fun is it buying something someone else built. Ever priced a GenIII motor, 4L60E, modified wire harness, modified computer, etc? I paid $5500 for all of that and got a clean straight rust free air conditioned truck thrown in. Thats the way I look at it. Need any work done?

well said ....i do my own work also . my hat is off to you brutha

68GenIII · 04-29-2006, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jbon64

well said ....i do my own work also . my hat is off to you brutha

Thanks man. I started buying tools, welders, plasma, cutters, pipe benders, air compressors, paint guns, etc about 10 years ago. I thought it was a great idea at the time. I figured I would save money right? Well I did until all my friends realized I have all this stuff, now its hard to find time to work on my own stuff in between working on thiers. Its kind of like when I bought my car trailor. I have hauled 50 times more of other peoples stuff then I have my own!

1LoC10 · 04-28-2006, 09:58 PM

bumpers dented pretty good, so the frame horns my be tweeked... other than that seems like a nice buy

**Hart_Rod** · 04-28-2006, 10:03 PM

Looks like a good deal to me, even with the stuff you don't like. How many miles on the motor?

**FleetsidePaul** · 04-28-2006, 10:08 PM

You always have to do a little tweaking to make it yours... Looks like a good starting point.

Fresh'en her up !!! I 'd love to tear into that baby!

67_CST · 04-28-2006, 10:13 PM

Looks like a really good buy for $5500. Congratulations (and let me know if you decide to sell it!)

matthufham · 04-28-2006, 10:17 PM

good deal, the trucks pretty much good to go. nice interior/seats, even though i don't like the upholstery design.

**FleetsidePaul** · 04-28-2006, 11:12 PM

2 trucks are better than one!!!

Just don't try to convince my wife of that! (I've tried)

Also remember 3 trucks are better than 2 and so on.

oscareltemblo · 04-28-2006, 11:14 PM

I seriously think it's a good buy the powertran alone is worth a good amount good buy!!!

camaro__thunder · 04-28-2006, 11:29 PM

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68GenIII · 04-29-2006, 12:10 AM

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krue · 04-29-2006, 12:53 AM

NIce buy! However I gotta tell ya'll no buying and selling except on the parts board.

**special-K** · 04-29-2006, 07:43 AM

The way I look at it is,it`s set-up with a great drivetrain and looks decent to drive as is.Can`t beat what you got for the price.The guy made it different/custom without ruining it.I usually don`t like the custom upholstery jobs I see in these trucks.And,this is no exception.But,I could live with it.Guys tend to go overboard with custom stitching,especially with the 2-tone thing.

68GenIII · 04-29-2006, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

The way I look at it is,it`s set-up with a great drivetrain and looks decent to drive as is.Can`t beat what you got for the price.The guy made it different/custom without ruining it.I usually don`t like the custom upholstery jobs I see in these trucks.And,this is no exception.But,I could live with it.Guys tend to go overboard with custom stitching,especially with the 2-tone thing.

I agree, the interior has got to be my least favorite part of the truck. I tend to look at the things I do like more then the things I dont. I like the bucket seats with the center console. One thing I have never done but have always wanted to is interior. Here my shot.

68C15 · 04-29-2006, 08:11 AM

nice looking truck. good buy IMO.
the only thing I have to criticize on is the placement of the PCM. behind the battery is a bad idea. ever hear of Chrysler Cancer? I would relocate it behind the firewall if possible.

68GenIII · 04-29-2006, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 68C15

nice looking truck. good buy IMO.
the only thing I have to criticize on is the placement of the PCM. behind the battery is a bad idea. ever hear of Chrysler Cancer? I would relocate it behind the firewall if possible.

Couldnt agree more. I am pretty sure I should be able to extend the harness enough to where I can get the pcm inside the cab.

*Medicanman71* · 04-29-2006, 09:42 AM

As long as you plan to paint it as said (and change the rims while you're at it)

TugOwar · 04-29-2006, 10:19 AM

Sweet rig man. Gratz on the purchase. Would love to see more pics when you get it home.

Question: 3:08 gears with a OD trans, isn't that overly high geared?

ChevyTough · 04-29-2006, 10:54 AM

No. My '86 came from the factory with the 700R4 and 3.08 gears.

04-28-2006, 09:39 PM	#1
68GenIII Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL Posts: 257	So what do you think is wrong with this truck? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MEWA%3AIT&rd=1 I hope nothing because I just bought it

04-28-2006, 09:45 PM	#2
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? I'll tell you exactly what's wrong with it. It's not sitting in my driveway... LOL Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

04-28-2006, 09:52 PM	#3
68GenIII Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL Posts: 257	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? The only thing that is suppose to be wrong with it is the AC needs hooked up, the cowl panel needs painted, and the front bumper needs replaced (dented). I dont like the color, wheels or interior so that is what I will be changing. Im not a real big stepside fan so I might slap a swb fleetside bed on it.

04-28-2006, 09:57 PM	#4
jbon64 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: sidney , illinois Posts: 312	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? at the risk of sounding like an ass......why dont you buy a truck with , a different color, different interior , different bed ??? seems you'd spend a butt load of money changing what you dont like when you could buy what you want for probably a bit cheaper in the long run .......just my .02 __________________ hey.....smell my finger 64 nova wagon , 63 nova convertible

04-28-2006, 10:32 PM	#6
68GenIII Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL Posts: 257	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? Thanks for the kind words guys. I actually just bought a clean rust free 68 that I am planning on putting a 6 litre motor, 4 wheel disk brakes, big wheels etc. I came across this truck after buying all of the stuff for mine I spoke about above. Added up what I have spent so far and pretty much decided I would be a fool for not hitting the buy it now, right now!! So I did. I figure an interior make over, some paint and some big billet wheels, and I have a pretty good investment. Not to mention I have something to look at to help me build my other truck. It certainly wont kill me to have something to cruise this summer to local car shows and swap meets either! Last edited by 68GenIII; 04-28-2006 at 10:34 PM.

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04-28-2006, 10:03 PM	#10
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04-28-2006, 10:08 PM	#11
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,418	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? You always have to do a little tweaking to make it yours... Looks like a good starting point. Fresh'en her up !!! I 'd love to tear into that baby! __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

04-28-2006, 10:13 PM	#12
67_CST Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 20	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? Looks like a really good buy for $5500. Congratulations (and let me know if you decide to sell it!)

04-28-2006, 10:17 PM	#13
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? good deal, the trucks pretty much good to go. nice interior/seats, even though i don't like the upholstery design.

04-28-2006, 11:12 PM	#14
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,418	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? 2 trucks are better than one!!! Just don't try to convince my wife of that! (I've tried) Also remember 3 trucks are better than 2 and so on. __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

04-28-2006, 11:14 PM	#15
oscareltemblo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Allen Park, MI Posts: 280	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? I seriously think it's a good buy the powertran alone is worth a good amount good buy!!! __________________ My Official build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=196844

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68GenIII Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL Posts: 257	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? *Edited by Moderator* Last edited by krue; 04-29-2006 at 12:54 AM.

04-29-2006, 12:53 AM	#18
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04-29-2006, 07:43 AM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? The way I look at it is,it`s set-up with a great drivetrain and looks decent to drive as is.Can`t beat what you got for the price.The guy made it different/custom without ruining it.I usually don`t like the custom upholstery jobs I see in these trucks.And,this is no exception.But,I could live with it.Guys tend to go overboard with custom stitching,especially with the 2-tone thing. __________________ "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 ~

04-29-2006, 08:11 AM	#21
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? nice looking truck. good buy IMO. the only thing I have to criticize on is the placement of the PCM. behind the battery is a bad idea. ever hear of Chrysler Cancer? I would relocate it behind the firewall if possible.

04-29-2006, 09:42 AM	#23
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04-29-2006, 10:19 AM	#24
TugOwar Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pleasanton, TX Posts: 1,723	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? Sweet rig man. Gratz on the purchase. Would love to see more pics when you get it home. Question: 3:08 gears with a OD trans, isn't that overly high geared?

04-29-2006, 10:54 AM	#25
ChevyTough Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 32	Re: So what do you think is wrong with this truck? No. My '86 came from the factory with the 700R4 and 3.08 gears. __________________ 72 Chevy C10 longbed 350/350 86 Chevy K10 short-stepside, daily driver 63 Galaxie 2 door sedan 260/3 speed - basket case 72 Chevy C10 longbed - parts (good box and A/C cab) 70 Chevy C10 longbed - parts (decent box) 66 El Camino 327/Powerglide (extreme rust) 61 Bel Air, no drivetrain, sittin' in the pasture 71 F250, 72 F150, 70 F100 - parts

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