G'day from Down Under - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

aussiejohn · 07-28-2011, 04:46 AM

G'day,

I've just joined the site, as I want to learn more about my truck that I purchased (a '67 GMC pickup ) in March this year. I've been around the C3 Corvette Forum for several years and own a '74 coupe four speed. I'm fitting headers and some "bling" to the engine at the moment and have to fit a new exhaust system to connect to the headers.

The truck will also get some headers and some mild customising but it will have to wait until the Vette is finished. I'll be mainly looking at this website to get some ideas over the next few months.

I'm coming to LA in late October to visit Classic Industries to buy some parts for both vehicles and then go to the SEMA Show in Vegas. Then a trip to the Grand Canyon and up to 'Frisco to catch up with some Corvette friends before heading home mid November.

One mod. I want to do is get rid of those big round taillights and fit some more modern lights, even LEDs, that mount almost flush into the rear fenders, so I'll be looking at what others on here have done.

Cheers for now.

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

Lippyp · 07-28-2011, 10:24 AM

Welcome to the forum, from another foreigner!

**truckster** · 07-28-2011, 10:28 AM

Welcome!

Pictures are always appreciated.

Southcity · 07-28-2011, 10:39 AM

Welcome and like Truckster says, pics are always welcome. I used to own a 67 Chevy Stepside and one of the mods I used (and others have done before) is to use a pair of 64 Chevy Impala tailights, they mold into the rear fenders well and provide a good look that is still Chevy. Two on each side, as one set has the white reverse lens. A helpful link below:

http://www.lategreatchevy.com/chevy-...lete-1964.html

I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.

**Stocker** · 07-28-2011, 10:49 AM

Welcome to the board from N. California!

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-28-2011, 11:11 AM

Welcome from Washington. We will be working on a 72 stepside for a customer that has had Cadillac taillights frenched into the fenders. I will try to remember to post pictures as we go. We will be doing a lot of assembly and wiring on it using the parts that we sell. WES

jugernot · 07-28-2011, 05:16 PM

Welcome, You have found a great place for information regarding chevy truck. There is also a regional section with other Aussies and Kiwis. I'm an Aussie transplant living here is the US.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...play.php?f=185

aussiejohn · 07-29-2011, 01:29 AM

I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.[/QUOTE]

Southcity,

I have a good friend in Fremont, and was staying at the Motel 6 cnr. 880 and Mowry for a few weeks last month. What a pity I didn't know you then, we could have caught up for a brew or two. I'll be back there in mid November after attending the SEMA Show, so maybe then. Thanks for the link to the taillights, but I don't think that round ones will fit nicely. I want to blend or "french" them in to the fenders. So they need to be tall and narrow. I'll go out and have another look at the truck, you may well be right. Remember, I'm the newby.

aussiejohn · 07-29-2011, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by aussiejohn

I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.

Southcity,

I have a good friend in Fremont, and was staying at the Motel 6 cnr. 880 and Mowry for a few weeks last month. What a pity I didn't know you then, we could have caught up for a brew or two. I'll be back there in mid November after attending the SEMA Show, so maybe then. Thanks for the link to the taillights, but I don't think that round ones will fit nicely. I want to blend or "french" them in to the fenders. So they need to be tall and narrow. I'll go out and have another look at the truck, you may well be right. Remember, I'm the newby.[/QUOTE]

Forgot to say,

Regards from Down Under.

ChevLoRay · 07-31-2011, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Southcity

Welcome and like Truckster says, pics are always welcome. I used to own a 67 Chevy Stepside and one of the mods I used (and others have done before) is to use a pair of 64 Chevy Impala tailights, they mold into the rear fenders well and provide a good look that is still Chevy. Two on each side, as one set has the white reverse lens. A helpful link below:

http://www.lategreatchevy.com/chevy-...lete-1964.html

I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.

I was thinking this mod and saw your comment. I second the emotion.

CParnell · 07-28-2011, 11:19 AM

Welcome to the forums. Got any pictures of your truck?

**RenoKeene** · 07-28-2011, 12:30 PM

Welcome from Central Florida!
Lets see that 67.......

**LockDoc** · 07-28-2011, 02:02 PM

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.. from the Corn State. Lots of good info here and a bunch of great guys & gals...

LockDoc

VA72C10 · 07-29-2011, 01:57 AM

Welcome! Looking forward to seeing your truck and what your plans are...

tantrumpipeline · 07-29-2011, 02:04 AM

welcome aboard, looking forward to seeing your truck

Ray Rust · 07-29-2011, 04:14 AM

G'day Mate ,
there's a few of us Skippies lurking around here , I'm in Pakenham one mates in upper Pakenham another two in Berwick , and we all own chev pickups ( I've got three 69 / 65 and a 51 ), so just remember your not alone and welcome to the board ... Ray

as far as the indicators go ,pre 69 you don't have to change them for full rego

TONY2000 · 07-29-2011, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ray Rust

G'day Mate ,
there's a few of us Skippies lurking around here , I'm in Pakenham one mates in upper Pakenham another two in Berwick , and we all own chev pickups ( I've got three 69 / 65 and a 51 ), so just remember your not alone and welcome to the board ... Ray

as far as the indicators go ,pre 69 you don't have to change them for full rego

Hi I'm from England but now live in Frankston south in Victoria
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Andy4639 · 07-29-2011, 05:48 AM

Welcome to the board.

Sorry your going to spend all your time out west and miss all this heat and humitity out here on the East coast!

Ray Rust · 07-29-2011, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TONY2000

Hi I'm from England but now live in Frankston south in Victoria
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G'day Tony , good to hear from you , we do a sunday morning coffee and bull**** session on the 3rd Sun of the month , if your interested let me know ... always good to catch up .... Ray

aussiejohn · 07-29-2011, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Ray Rust

G'day Tony , good to hear from you , we do a sunday morning coffee and bull**** session on the 3rd Sun of the month , if your interested let me know ... always good to catch up .... Ray

Ray, Tony,

Looks like I've missed the third Sunday of July, but there's always August 21. However, I'm having a hernia op. on the 19th., so I'm pretty sure that I'm gonna be lying in bed for the next several days. September should be good though.

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

aussiejohn · 07-29-2011, 04:29 AM

Rusty,

Thanks, I know about the pre-'69 thing, but 99% of Aussie drivers ( 99.999%???) don't know about the red brake light indicators, and I don't want to be rear ended or T-boned just 'cause some bozo thought I was playing with the brake pedal when I was wanting to go left ( or right ).

What do you run on your trucks?

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

Ray Rust · 07-29-2011, 04:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aussiejohn

Rusty,

Thanks, I know about the pre-'69 thing, but 99% of Aussie drivers ( 99.999%???) don't know about the red brake light indicators, and I don't want to be rear ended or T-boned just 'cause some bozo thought I was playing with the brake pedal when I was wanting to go left ( or right ).

What do you run on your trucks?

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

John they are more worried about where the driver is , on the 51 I'm running all in one oval LED's ,an on the 69 I'm setting up 3 a side 4" round LED's ,, Ray

*stich626* · 07-29-2011, 07:08 PM

well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

jeffg1010 · 08-20-2011, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by stich626

well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

You are in Hingham, MA? That's crazy... for eight years, I have been working with a company in the Industrial Park on Derby St., BUT, I live in NC. I am up that way a lot though. I typically stay in Rockland when I am in town.

I always complain when I am up there that there isn't enough old cars running around. Good to see you are the exception.

TONY2000 · 07-30-2011, 04:15 AM

Took some time to try and clear up the wiring mess and see why the column was a little sloppy only to find out its mounted pretty poor and is not original, Fabrication required !

07-28-2011, 04:46 AM	#1
aussiejohn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Highett, Victoria Posts: 68	G'day from Down Under G'day, I've just joined the site, as I want to learn more about my truck that I purchased (a '67 GMC pickup ) in March this year. I've been around the C3 Corvette Forum for several years and own a '74 coupe four speed. I'm fitting headers and some "bling" to the engine at the moment and have to fit a new exhaust system to connect to the headers. The truck will also get some headers and some mild customising but it will have to wait until the Vette is finished. I'll be mainly looking at this website to get some ideas over the next few months. I'm coming to LA in late October to visit Classic Industries to buy some parts for both vehicles and then go to the SEMA Show in Vegas. Then a trip to the Grand Canyon and up to 'Frisco to catch up with some Corvette friends before heading home mid November. One mod. I want to do is get rid of those big round taillights and fit some more modern lights, even LEDs, that mount almost flush into the rear fenders, so I'll be looking at what others on here have done. Cheers for now. Regards from Down Under. aussiejohn

07-28-2011, 10:24 AM	#2
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome to the forum, from another foreigner! __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

07-28-2011, 10:28 AM	#3
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,881	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome! Pictures are always appreciated.

07-28-2011, 10:39 AM	#4
Southcity Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Redwood City, CA Posts: 1,174	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome and like Truckster says, pics are always welcome. I used to own a 67 Chevy Stepside and one of the mods I used (and others have done before) is to use a pair of 64 Chevy Impala tailights, they mold into the rear fenders well and provide a good look that is still Chevy. Two on each side, as one set has the white reverse lens. A helpful link below: http://www.lategreatchevy.com/chevy-...lete-1964.html I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds. __________________ 66 GMC Suburban Custom 66 Chevy K10 Suburban

07-28-2011, 10:49 AM	#5
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,586	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome to the board from N. California! __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

07-28-2011, 11:11 AM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome from Washington. We will be working on a 72 stepside for a customer that has had Cadillac taillights frenched into the fenders. I will try to remember to post pictures as we go. We will be doing a lot of assembly and wiring on it using the parts that we sell. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-28-2011, 05:16 PM	#7
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome, You have found a great place for information regarding chevy truck. There is also a regional section with other Aussies and Kiwis. I'm an Aussie transplant living here is the US. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...play.php?f=185 __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

07-29-2011, 01:29 AM	#8
aussiejohn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Highett, Victoria Posts: 68	Re: G'day from Down Under I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.[/QUOTE] Southcity, I have a good friend in Fremont, and was staying at the Motel 6 cnr. 880 and Mowry for a few weeks last month. What a pity I didn't know you then, we could have caught up for a brew or two. I'll be back there in mid November after attending the SEMA Show, so maybe then. Thanks for the link to the taillights, but I don't think that round ones will fit nicely. I want to blend or "french" them in to the fenders. So they need to be tall and narrow. I'll go out and have another look at the truck, you may well be right. Remember, I'm the newby.

07-28-2011, 11:19 AM	#11
CParnell Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Calgary, AB, Canada Posts: 156	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome to the forums. Got any pictures of your truck? __________________ 1968 GMC 910 Project Tommy 1974 Olds Cutlass

07-28-2011, 12:30 PM	#12
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,021	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome from Central Florida! Lets see that 67....... __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

07-28-2011, 02:02 PM	#13
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,402	Re: G'day from Down Under - .. from the Corn State. Lots of good info here and a bunch of great guys & gals... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

07-29-2011, 01:57 AM	#14
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07-29-2011, 02:04 AM	#15
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07-29-2011, 04:14 AM	#16
Ray Rust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: melbourne. AUSTRALIA Posts: 110	Re: G'day from Down Under G'day Mate , there's a few of us Skippies lurking around here , I'm in Pakenham one mates in upper Pakenham another two in Berwick , and we all own chev pickups ( I've got three 69 / 65 and a 51 ), so just remember your not alone and welcome to the board ... Ray as far as the indicators go ,pre 69 you don't have to change them for full rego

07-29-2011, 05:48 AM	#18
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: G'day from Down Under Welcome to the board. Sorry your going to spend all your time out west and miss all this heat and humitity out here on the East coast! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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07-29-2011, 04:29 AM	#21
aussiejohn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Highett, Victoria Posts: 68	Re: G'day from Down Under Rusty, Thanks, I know about the pre-'69 thing, but 99% of Aussie drivers ( 99.999%???) don't know about the red brake light indicators, and I don't want to be rear ended or T-boned just 'cause some bozo thought I was playing with the brake pedal when I was wanting to go left ( or right ). What do you run on your trucks? Regards from Down Under. aussiejohn

07-29-2011, 07:08 PM	#23
stich626 Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: hingham ma Posts: 1,721	Re: G'day from Down Under well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

07-30-2011, 04:15 AM	#25
TONY2000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Victoria Australia Posts: 15	Re: G'day from Down Under Took some time to try and clear up the wiring mess and see why the column was a little sloppy only to find out its mounted pretty poor and is not original, Fabrication required !

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