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f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 07:40 PM

Here are the pics of the Cheyenne I bought in Kansas . It was a long drive home and gas mileage was bad to say the least . It was neat having people give me thumbs up all the way home . I have a few pics but since I am on dialup , I will post a few at a time . The truck has an awesome interior . I love the factory seat material . I looked it over and I am sure it is original paint and all interior is original . It has flaws but they are expected in a 35 year old truck . Here you go . These first pics were taken on the southern edge of Oklahoma . Beautiful scenery for a few miles .
Frank

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2008, 07:44 PM

That looks much better than the indoor pics. It may have some flaws, but doesn't appear to have many. You sucked up another time capsule Frank...

classic gmc · 04-12-2009, 03:54 PM

hi i want know if this car for sale pls send email for me
gmc78078@hotmail.com

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 07:47 PM

More .

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 07:53 PM

And more .

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 07:58 PM

Oops.

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 08:11 PM

Last ones for now . The pic of the seat makes it look dirty and faded . The fabric condition on the whole seat looks like the pic of the seatbelt closeup . My camera wont capture the entire seat with enough detail to show it real condition . This truck really is a time capsule to 1973 .
Frank

*78 Chevyrado* · 08-10-2008, 08:20 PM

It always amazes me when people are able to find trucks in that good a shape. Awesome Truck!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 08-10-2008, 08:22 PM

Sweet looking truck I like it. It looks like its in amazingly good condition.

Eyegore · 08-10-2008, 08:26 PM

Very nice, I only noticed the chip in the lower left windshield

as the only flaw.

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Eyegore

Very nice, I only noticed the chip in the lower left windshield

as the only flaw.

I took several shots out the front window and every one has that chip in it. Frank

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 08:37 PM

One surprise was the rear axle with Optional Axle Ratio ZN8 which one of the original papers shows 3.73 . I could have done with a 3.07 or so but that is how it was ordered . It also has a solid rubber rear window seal and it shows up on the SPID as Delete Rear Window M . On the window sticker it says Delete Rear Window Moulding . I thought that was odd .
Frank

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 08:48 PM

There is one thing my wife noticed . My wife works at Texas A & M University . I just bought a Burnt Orange and White truck with this badge on the dash . Can you say University of Texas .
Frank

S10Fan · 08-10-2008, 08:39 PM

Wow!

Nice truck!

I wouldn't change a thing.

Kind of ironic the original sale date was on August 10th, 35 years ago today.

**old Rusty C10** · 08-10-2008, 08:42 PM

frank im officially jealous that is another awesome truck and i want one lol best of luck with it

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2008, 10:31 PM

Frank the more I see the pics the more amazed I am. That condition of this truck is totally amazing.

You mentioned in another post about changing wheels. I think this truck need a set of the factory alloy wheels. I can't remember exactly the years that they were available, but I bet Jeff or Chris can.

I' don't want to clutter up your thread with a pic. Take a look here so you know what I'm talking about.-Link

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Frank the more I see the pics the more amazed I am. That condition of this truck is totally amazing.

You mentioned in another post about changing wheels. I think this truck need a set of the factory alloy wheels. I can't remember exactly the years that they were available, but I bet Jeff or Chris can.

I'll find a pic so you know what I'm talking about.

Ken , I think I know the wheels you are talking about . They were also used on late 80's Suburbans . I should be getting a set in a day or two . They are clearcoated satin finish but I will polish them . I thought about them for the black truck until I get something better. For this one , I have thought about a set of L-78 15's on the original wheels . The hubcaps are pitted and I will have to replace them if I can find a nice set . The truck is nice . The pics help it a little but it is nice . I am in awe of the interior . No cracks in the dash at all .It is weird reaching for a shoulder strap and it not being there . Lap belts only . The lack of drip rails is another weird sight for me . The other neat thing about it is that our school colors (Caldwell, Tx ) are burnt orange and white .

elwoods76 · 08-10-2008, 10:57 PM

That is a very sweet and clean rig!! Congrats on that find!

Richard D · 08-14-2008, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by f.monroe

The lack of drip rails is another weird sight for me.

Did you have any problems in the rain? I am considering shaving my drip rails.

Walts_restoration · 08-14-2008, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard D

Did you have any problems in the rain? I am considering shaving my drip rails.

My dads 73 came factory with no drip rails, we dont have any problems in the rain with it, daily driver at 196k all original right now, we bought it at 40k close to 20 years ago so i know it wasnt modified.

bigblock73 · 08-14-2008, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by f.monroe

It is weird reaching for a shoulder strap and it not being there . Lap belts only . The lack of drip rails is another weird sight for me .

Welcome to the 1973 club. If it rains, just open the door and wait a second before exiting. The rain will run off the roof and onto the ground instead of your lap leading people to believe you might have "issues".

I still say buy those NOS caps you were looking for and run the truck this way. It is so original and nice it almost is illegal. Funny I say this, I mod everything I own pretty much....yours seems to be the exception for me.

manimal · 08-10-2008, 10:53 PM

WOW! I turned 3 yrs old the day this truck was sold!!! Nice truck!
-Lance

f.monroe · 08-10-2008, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manimal

WOW! I turned 3 yrs old the day this truck was sold!!! Nice truck!
-Lance

Happy 38th Birthday !
Frank

manimal · 08-10-2008, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by f.monroe

Happy 38th Birthday !
Frank

Thanks Frank!
-Lance

mercman1951 · 08-11-2008, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manimal

WOW! I turned 3 yrs old the day this truck was sold!!! Nice truck!
-Lance

That truck was built 2 years before I was born...

08-10-2008, 07:40 PM	#1
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Here are the pics of the Cheyenne I bought in Kansas . It was a long drive home and gas mileage was bad to say the least . It was neat having people give me thumbs up all the way home . I have a few pics but since I am on dialup , I will post a few at a time . The truck has an awesome interior . I love the factory seat material . I looked it over and I am sure it is original paint and all interior is original . It has flaws but they are expected in a 35 year old truck . Here you go . These first pics were taken on the southern edge of Oklahoma . Beautiful scenery for a few miles . Frank Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-10-2008, 07:44 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 That looks much better than the indoor pics. It may have some flaws, but doesn't appear to have many. You sucked up another time capsule Frank... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

04-12-2009, 03:54 PM	#3
classic gmc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: QATAR 2022 Posts: 1	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 hi i want know if this car for sale pls send email for me gmc78078@hotmail.com

08-10-2008, 07:47 PM	#4
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 More . Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-10-2008, 07:53 PM	#5
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 And more . __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

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08-10-2008, 08:11 PM	#7
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Last ones for now . The pic of the seat makes it look dirty and faded . The fabric condition on the whole seat looks like the pic of the seatbelt closeup . My camera wont capture the entire seat with enough detail to show it real condition . This truck really is a time capsule to 1973 . Frank Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-10-2008, 08:20 PM	#8
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 It always amazes me when people are able to find trucks in that good a shape. Awesome Truck!

08-10-2008, 08:22 PM	#9
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Sweet looking truck I like it. It looks like its in amazingly good condition. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

08-10-2008, 08:26 PM	#10
Eyegore What Hump? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New River AZ Posts: 2,009	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Very nice, I only noticed the chip in the lower left windshield as the only flaw. __________________ Lil red 86 c-10 99 Sub 78 Camper Special w/ 454

08-10-2008, 08:37 PM	#12
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 One surprise was the rear axle with Optional Axle Ratio ZN8 which one of the original papers shows 3.73 . I could have done with a 3.07 or so but that is how it was ordered . It also has a solid rubber rear window seal and it shows up on the SPID as Delete Rear Window M . On the window sticker it says Delete Rear Window Moulding . I thought that was odd . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-10-2008, 08:48 PM	#13
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 There is one thing my wife noticed . My wife works at Texas A & M University . I just bought a Burnt Orange and White truck with this badge on the dash . Can you say University of Texas . Frank Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-10-2008, 08:39 PM	#14
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Wow! Nice truck! I wouldn't change a thing. Kind of ironic the original sale date was on August 10th, 35 years ago today. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

08-10-2008, 08:42 PM	#15
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08-10-2008, 10:31 PM	#16
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 Frank the more I see the pics the more amazed I am. That condition of this truck is totally amazing. You mentioned in another post about changing wheels. I think this truck need a set of the factory alloy wheels. I can't remember exactly the years that they were available, but I bet Jeff or Chris can. I' don't want to clutter up your thread with a pic. Take a look here so you know what I'm talking about.-Link __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 08-10-2008 at 10:33 PM.



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08-10-2008, 10:57 PM	#18
elwoods76 Just Cruizin Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pleasant Grove,Utah Posts: 154	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 That is a very sweet and clean rig!! Congrats on that find!

08-10-2008, 10:53 PM	#22
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: 1973 Cheyenne Super 10 WOW! I turned 3 yrs old the day this truck was sold!!! Nice truck! -Lance __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

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