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slugish · 01-18-2011, 11:12 PM

Has anyone seen the episode on history channel about a competition between a Toyoto , Dodge & a chevy square body across Alaska's rugged terrain . Well , guess who won

. Ithink they run reruns , so check it out it's very cool. Think all of you would really enjoy seeing this.

74chevy3/4 · 01-18-2011, 11:17 PM

saw that and its ford dodge and chevy

THE "10" SILVERADO · 01-18-2011, 11:20 PM

so far this is the only episode I have missed...to bad it seems like the best so far! Gotta watch it

TXRANGER · 01-18-2011, 11:36 PM

it was a cool episode. The Toyota was the truck the drivers had to drive when their truck broke down. The square body was rocking especially in the end when it drove down to the iceberg.

hotrod_991 · 01-19-2011, 12:31 AM

just finished watching that this evening. I was on my feet yelling at the TV like a loon when i say the square racing towards the end! Man I miss my 4x4. I told the wife that if the chevy drove back out after backing into the iceburg I was going to buy another 4x4 short bed. well....the seach begins

gchemist · 01-19-2011, 12:31 AM

Someone post the replay time!! I searched their site but didn't find anything rightway.

Nodak mack · 01-19-2011, 12:36 AM

watched it loved it loving my square body truck more and more even if she gives me trouble.. now just need to find a 4x4 type ... but heh I'm not complainin i always knew the bowtie would win. Ive driven fords driven dodges but Im all for the bowtie.

Zoerb · 01-19-2011, 12:48 AM

heres the link to the other post.

Has link to the video.

THE "10" SILVERADO · 01-19-2011, 12:57 AM

Zoerb...I just got done watching it on demand from History on demand.....(it says it was free but I bet there will be like an xtra $3 on the bill) and I loved it...I can't record on demand but it comes on in an hour (for me) on history channel so I set it to record....I love how all the other failed and the chevy pulled though with the hood flapping and still with the "camper"...best episode of anything I have watched in a good while

Zoerb · 01-19-2011, 01:04 AM

I have it on my DVR, so its been great watching it on the plasma.....

bmchevy1979 · 01-19-2011, 01:44 AM

Although I think they should have got trucks of equal year/working order I am glad Chevy did it

codydubb · 01-19-2011, 01:20 AM

What is this show called?

Fixwhataintbroke · 01-19-2011, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by codydubb

What is this show called?

Top Gear

GmtGmt · 01-19-2011, 02:05 AM

that was the most lame show i have watch in a long time
good the chevy won but what was the challange 3 diffrent era trucks i mean come on

buckshot_86 · 01-19-2011, 04:50 AM

They were all from a different era, but it seemed to me that each of the guys were driving the most popular, reliable trucks that Ford, Dodge, and GM had manufactured.

Those Fords from the seventies, sorry for the F word

, were just about indestructible. There are a lot of the 'ol f250's in my area still earning their keep!

The new dodge in 1994 was a lot different from any thing they had before, the new style probably helped, but i'm sure cummins had the most to do with the sudden increase in popularity. They are still the same as the any 'ol dodge in my eyes!

Nice to see the chevy come out on top! I know i'm branded but it's for a good reason, you can't beat an older GM!

gchemist · 01-19-2011, 04:15 AM

83 BABY!!! NP205 and probably a modified 350 with a 350TH tranny.

71veronica · 01-19-2011, 05:00 AM

I can't find it . Chevy all the way
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BigBlocksRule · 01-19-2011, 08:28 AM

I watched it on my DVR.
The Ford died due to a bad U-joint. That's BS, it's not a manufacturer specific part and can happen to anyone at any time.
I'm not pulling for the Ford, but the way it went out was bogus.
Now the Dodge, that was more up to character. The cheap built POS died several times and finally wouldn't restart. Should have pulled that junker out of the wilderness or burned it on the spot.
That little stepper kept on going, probably drove it all the way back to the starting point.

bmchevy1979 · 01-19-2011, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBlocksRule

The Ford died due to a bad U-joint. That's BS, it's not a manufacturer specific part and can happen to anyone at any time. I'm not pulling for the Ford, but the way it went out was bogus. That little stepper kept on going, probably drove it all the way back to the starting point.

I know of a few people that carry that part in there box on a constant basis and they could have gotten a lot better trucks for $3000

MalibuSSwagon · 01-19-2011, 10:37 PM

Yea that was a very BS failure for the Ford. The Dodge did epically fail tho I'm sure that could have been easily prevented as well.

BLE 'BURBAN · 01-19-2011, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmchevy1979

I know of a few people that carry that part in there box on a constant basis and they could have gotten a lot better trucks for $3000

Not up here. What you wouldn't give more than $800.00 for down south private parties up here ask for and most often get $25-$3200.00 for.

Greenlee · 01-19-2011, 11:08 PM

My dad used to have a Ford from that area and it seemed like any time moisture got any where near the engine bay it would stall out. I remember trying to dry out the distributor at the car wash after spraying the engine.

When I watched that Ford going toward the creek crossing with speed, I thought to myself "he's not going to make it" and sure enough he stalled it. It was a bummer about the u-joint, but I'm glad the chevy won. Especially since I am building a 4x4 stepside right now.

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jchav62 · 01-19-2011, 10:26 AM

I watched the show. The first time I ever tuned into Top Gear. I usually read the show description and say 'nah', but when the description said "America's Toughest Truck", I tuned in. I'm glad the old Chevy came out on top. Some things were pretty corny, but it was nice to see that stepper back down, hit the glacier and come back out...

I wonder what the outcome would be if they used three new trucks??

daytonagp4 · 01-19-2011, 12:08 PM

I agree with the BS about the ford, if he would have drove that thing smart and not yank on the throttle there he might have made it. I'm not a Ford guy at all but that was kind bs. And as far as the dodge, I own one and i think if that guy would have diven it a little smarter he may have mad it. And im glad to see the chevy make it all the way!!! I did enjoy the hood flopping hahah he used a bungy strap one time around it hahaha could have done a little better lol. Vert ramp camper FTW

Chlsnk · 01-19-2011, 07:36 PM

Made me proud!

01-18-2011, 11:12 PM	#1
slugish Slugish Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Earlysville, Va. Posts: 1,024	america's toughest truck Has anyone seen the episode on history channel about a competition between a Toyoto , Dodge & a chevy square body across Alaska's rugged terrain . Well , guess who won . Ithink they run reruns , so check it out it's very cool. Think all of you would really enjoy seeing this.

01-18-2011, 11:17 PM	#2
74chevy3/4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: duluth minnesota Posts: 38	Re: america's toughfest truck saw that and its ford dodge and chevy

01-18-2011, 11:20 PM	#3
THE "10" SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Marble Falls, TX Posts: 1,575	Re: america's toughfest truck so far this is the only episode I have missed...to bad it seems like the best so far! Gotta watch it __________________ Michael Re-starting the neglected '77...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=425464&page=9

01-18-2011, 11:36 PM	#4
TXRANGER Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mansfield, Texas Posts: 170	Re: america's toughfest truck it was a cool episode. The Toyota was the truck the drivers had to drive when their truck broke down. The square body was rocking especially in the end when it drove down to the iceberg.

01-19-2011, 12:31 AM	#5
hotrod_991 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Thibodaux, LA Posts: 479	Re: america's toughfest truck just finished watching that this evening. I was on my feet yelling at the TV like a loon when i say the square racing towards the end! Man I miss my 4x4. I told the wife that if the chevy drove back out after backing into the iceburg I was going to buy another 4x4 short bed. well....the seach begins __________________ "Buckle up I wanna try somethin!!" "of course it will hold!, I welded it!" 1977 c10 under knife for full rebuild, 5.3l 4l60e drive rain swap, replacement frame and green repaint

01-19-2011, 12:31 AM	#6
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: america's toughfest truck Someone post the replay time!! I searched their site but didn't find anything rightway. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

01-19-2011, 12:36 AM	#7
Nodak mack Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Deering north dakota. Posts: 28	Re: america's toughfest truck watched it loved it loving my square body truck more and more even if she gives me trouble.. now just need to find a 4x4 type ... but heh I'm not complainin i always knew the bowtie would win. Ive driven fords driven dodges but Im all for the bowtie. __________________ 1977 C-10 chevy silverado long box 454 th400 1969 Chevelle 4 door hard top 350LT 2 speed Powerglide 1955 Oldsmobile 88 hardtop Rocket 324 turbo hydromatic bowtie or die.

01-19-2011, 12:48 AM	#8
Zoerb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Wasilla Alaska Posts: 73	Re: america's toughfest truck heres the link to the other post. Has link to the video. __________________ 2017 Tahoe Premier - Daily '99 Silverado 2500 Wife's whip- 2020 Equinox Premier Last edited by Zoerb; 01-19-2011 at 12:48 AM.

01-19-2011, 12:57 AM	#9
THE "10" SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Marble Falls, TX Posts: 1,575	Re: america's toughfest truck Zoerb...I just got done watching it on demand from History on demand.....(it says it was free but I bet there will be like an xtra $3 on the bill) and I loved it...I can't record on demand but it comes on in an hour (for me) on history channel so I set it to record....I love how all the other failed and the chevy pulled though with the hood flapping and still with the "camper"...best episode of anything I have watched in a good while __________________ Michael Re-starting the neglected '77...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=425464&page=9

01-19-2011, 01:04 AM	#10
Zoerb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Wasilla Alaska Posts: 73	Re: america's toughfest truck I have it on my DVR, so its been great watching it on the plasma..... __________________ 2017 Tahoe Premier - Daily '99 Silverado 2500 Wife's whip- 2020 Equinox Premier

01-19-2011, 01:44 AM	#11
bmchevy1979 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 707	Re: america's toughest truck Although I think they should have got trucks of equal year/working order I am glad Chevy did it __________________ <Brandon> 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer 350sbc/SM465/NP205, dana44 front, corp 14bolt rear with 4.10s and a powertrax locker, custom rear bumper 400sbc in the works. 1981 GMC C1500 stepside 250i6, 3spd, 12bolt with 3.08s 2.5/4drop on 15x10 with 275/50r15 81 GMC C3500 cab-chassis dually with utility bed 350sbc, Sm465, 14bolt with 4.10s nv4500 getting ready to go in 1979 Chevrolet K5 R.I.P. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=434096 1976 Chevrolet C10 R.I.P. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=434195

01-19-2011, 01:20 AM	#12
codydubb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Preston Id Posts: 86	Re: america's toughest truck What is this show called? __________________ 1985 Chevy C10 350 .60 over iron eagle h-beam rods, sealed power high comp pistons, forged crank, vortec heads, edelbrock performer rpm vortec intake, roller rockers, .488 .510 cam 750 Demon Double Pumper, Longtube headers, Dual Flowmaster exhaust,Dual electric fans, Proform electric water pump. TCI 3500 Stall Converter th350 trans B&M shift kit 10 bolt 3.73 Detroit Locker

01-19-2011, 04:50 AM	#15
buckshot_86 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: High River, Alberta Posts: 41	Re: america's toughest truck They were all from a different era, but it seemed to me that each of the guys were driving the most popular, reliable trucks that Ford, Dodge, and GM had manufactured. Those Fords from the seventies, sorry for the F word, were just about indestructible. There are a lot of the 'ol f250's in my area still earning their keep! The new dodge in 1994 was a lot different from any thing they had before, the new style probably helped, but i'm sure cummins had the most to do with the sudden increase in popularity. They are still the same as the any 'ol dodge in my eyes! Nice to see the chevy come out on top! I know i'm branded but it's for a good reason, you can't beat an older GM!

01-19-2011, 04:15 AM	#16
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: america's toughest truck 83 BABY!!! NP205 and probably a modified 350 with a 350TH tranny. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

01-19-2011, 05:00 AM	#17
71veronica Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: pleasant grove, UT Posts: 399	Re: america's toughest truck I can't find it . Chevy all the way Posted via Mobile Device



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01-19-2011, 08:28 AM	#18
BigBlocksRule Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 2,047	Re: america's toughest truck I watched it on my DVR. The Ford died due to a bad U-joint. That's BS, it's not a manufacturer specific part and can happen to anyone at any time. I'm not pulling for the Ford, but the way it went out was bogus. Now the Dodge, that was more up to character. The cheap built POS died several times and finally wouldn't restart. Should have pulled that junker out of the wilderness or burned it on the spot. That little stepper kept on going, probably drove it all the way back to the starting point.

01-19-2011, 10:37 PM	#20
MalibuSSwagon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Weare,NH Posts: 1,592	Re: america's toughest truck Yea that was a very BS failure for the Ford. The Dodge did epically fail tho I'm sure that could have been easily prevented as well. __________________ Eric 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 1986 Chevrolet C10\|5.3L\|TKO600\|Shortbed\|Custom Deluxe 1983 Malibu Wagon\|TPI 305\|T5 5 speed\|3.73 non-posi

01-19-2011, 11:08 PM	#22
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: america's toughest truck My dad used to have a Ford from that area and it seemed like any time moisture got any where near the engine bay it would stall out. I remember trying to dry out the distributor at the car wash after spraying the engine. When I watched that Ford going toward the creek crossing with speed, I thought to myself "he's not going to make it" and sure enough he stalled it. It was a bummer about the u-joint, but I'm glad the chevy won. Especially since I am building a 4x4 stepside right now. Posted via Mobile Device

01-19-2011, 10:26 AM	#23
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: america's toughest truck I watched the show. The first time I ever tuned into Top Gear. I usually read the show description and say 'nah', but when the description said "America's Toughest Truck", I tuned in. I'm glad the old Chevy came out on top. Some things were pretty corny, but it was nice to see that stepper back down, hit the glacier and come back out... I wonder what the outcome would be if they used three new trucks?? __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

01-19-2011, 12:08 PM	#24
daytonagp4 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Haven, IN Posts: 171	Re: america's toughest truck I agree with the BS about the ford, if he would have drove that thing smart and not yank on the throttle there he might have made it. I'm not a Ford guy at all but that was kind bs. And as far as the dodge, I own one and i think if that guy would have diven it a little smarter he may have mad it. And im glad to see the chevy make it all the way!!! I did enjoy the hood flopping hahah he used a bungy strap one time around it hahaha could have done a little better lol. Vert ramp camper FTW

01-19-2011, 07:36 PM	#25
Chlsnk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas city Posts: 756	Re: america's toughest truck Made me proud! __________________ *My 84 short bed build up*** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68#post3481968

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