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El Bombero · 11-19-2007, 04:43 PM

Well, I have had my Custom 20 since 05. In 04 I got done with a four year tour in the Navy as a Diesel engine/ Hydraulic systems mechanic (Aviation Support Equipment Technician) Basically I was a mechanic for all thoes vehicles you see driving around at the airport (tow tractors ect..) So in 05 I thought I would try keeping my mechanic skills sharp by buying an older vehicle. I would never imagine buyung anything but a chevy, so when I came across the C-20, I pulled the trigger. At first I was telling myself "I'm gonna have this thing like it rolled off the showroom floor, Original!" Maybe its the California in me, but that couldnt happen. So, with the help of my local shop, I put in a crate zz4 backed by a 700r4. I got the bed Line-x'ed, and one fateful day at work I came across a set of 8 lug 20"s that I just couldnt pass up. I have big plans for the old girl, and I dont know why it took me so long to find this site, but I am so glad that I did. I'm pretty sure you all are going to be hearing a lot of "rookie" type questions and things from me, so thanks in advance! I somehow thought that going from navy mechanic to "hot-rod" owner was going to be an easy transition, boy was i WRONG!!! One thing I do know, is that I dont know much, Im on a budget and doing one thing at a time, slow forward progress is still progress in my book! Glad to be here!

Here are some quick pics of my obsession!

shaneschevys · 11-19-2007, 05:01 PM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

L0WRIDE · 11-19-2007, 05:57 PM

to the boards

Cyclone44 · 11-19-2007, 08:07 PM

From Knoxville, Nice wheels and I like your truck....George

**1971K54X4** · 11-19-2007, 09:32 PM

to the board from Iowa.

Old Chevy Mech · 11-19-2007, 09:50 PM

From CT!

Frank

jsbgump · 11-20-2007, 01:04 AM

Welcome to the board from Texas

droppedgmc · 11-20-2007, 01:22 AM

welcome from WA

krue · 11-20-2007, 07:48 AM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi!

72BlckButy · 11-20-2007, 03:19 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

**Ron 586** · 11-21-2007, 01:53 AM

Welcome to the board from West Tennessee.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-23-2007, 10:16 AM

Welcome To The Board From Southern Oregon..

LOW DOUGH · 11-23-2007, 10:38 PM

Welcome from Texas. The wheels look good on there. Good offset and width

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-27-2007, 01:48 AM

From West TN

11-19-2007, 04:43 PM	#1
El Bombero Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fremont, Ca Posts: 40	First time owner in NorCal Well, I have had my Custom 20 since 05. In 04 I got done with a four year tour in the Navy as a Diesel engine/ Hydraulic systems mechanic (Aviation Support Equipment Technician) Basically I was a mechanic for all thoes vehicles you see driving around at the airport (tow tractors ect..) So in 05 I thought I would try keeping my mechanic skills sharp by buying an older vehicle. I would never imagine buyung anything but a chevy, so when I came across the C-20, I pulled the trigger. At first I was telling myself "I'm gonna have this thing like it rolled off the showroom floor, Original!" Maybe its the California in me, but that couldnt happen. So, with the help of my local shop, I put in a crate zz4 backed by a 700r4. I got the bed Line-x'ed, and one fateful day at work I came across a set of 8 lug 20"s that I just couldnt pass up. I have big plans for the old girl, and I dont know why it took me so long to find this site, but I am so glad that I did. I'm pretty sure you all are going to be hearing a lot of "rookie" type questions and things from me, so thanks in advance! I somehow thought that going from navy mechanic to "hot-rod" owner was going to be an easy transition, boy was i WRONG!!! One thing I do know, is that I dont know much, Im on a budget and doing one thing at a time, slow forward progress is still progress in my book! Glad to be here! Here are some quick pics of my obsession! __________________ They sure don't make 'em like that anymore

11-19-2007, 05:01 PM	#2
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome from FT Worth TX. __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

11-19-2007, 05:57 PM	#3
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: First time owner in NorCal to the boards __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

11-19-2007, 08:07 PM	#4
Cyclone44 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: K-town Posts: 4,029	Re: First time owner in NorCal From Knoxville, Nice wheels and I like your truck....George

11-19-2007, 09:32 PM	#5
1971K54X4 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Manchester, Iowa Posts: 1,493	Re: First time owner in NorCal to the board from Iowa. __________________ Korey 1955 Bel Air 2 door hardtop 1971 Blazer 4x4 1973 Z-28 Prostreet

11-19-2007, 09:50 PM	#6
Old Chevy Mech Keepin it runnin! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Deep River, CT Posts: 1,036	Re: First time owner in NorCal From CT! Frank __________________ 1970 K-5 4X4 Blazer 1970 K-20 4X4 Long Bed "Liberty Means Responsibility, that is why most men dread it"

11-20-2007, 01:04 AM	#7
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

11-20-2007, 01:22 AM	#8
droppedgmc Truck Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Arlington, WA Posts: 1,346	Re: First time owner in NorCal welcome from WA __________________ '85 swb

11-20-2007, 07:48 AM	#9
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-20-2007, 03:19 PM	#10
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: First time owner in NorCal to the board from Mid-MO!!! __________________ -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)

11-21-2007, 01:53 AM	#11
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome to the board from West Tennessee. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-23-2007, 10:16 AM	#12
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome To The Board From Southern Oregon.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-23-2007, 10:38 PM	#13
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: First time owner in NorCal Welcome from Texas. The wheels look good on there. Good offset and width

12-27-2007, 01:48 AM	#14
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: First time owner in NorCal From West TN __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T



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