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10-09-2012, 08:40 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Baker City, OR
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Introduction
Hi, my name is Karl. I just bought a new old truck and I am hooked. I'm a recovering Pontiac fanatic as well.
Have no worries; I will not put a Pontiac motor in my truck nor a Chevy motor in my Pontiac. I had no idea why I fell in love with my 63 short stepside big window C10. Well, I've been lurking on the forum here and I have some ideas after learning about some of the unique features that Chevy didn't keep after 1963. Even so, my lil heart speeds up when I look at my new truck. I can't wait to start turning some wrenches after mining ideas and tips from the good folks here. I've already found a lot here that inspires me. Thanks! p.s. Just saw a nice 65 on craigslist here in Oregon for $1k: http://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/3327769888.html |
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10-09-2012, 10:39 PM
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Location: Corona, CA
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Re: Introduction
Welcome Karl. I like the color combo and how the bedwood compliments it too. Are those exhaust cut-outs on the bottom?
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10-09-2012, 10:52 PM
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Location: Baker City, OR
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The previous owner installed the roll pan and put in taillights from a 65 Mustang. I'm not married to them, so I'm open to suggestions. It's a 6 cylinder with a 4 speed. The motor is supposed to be fresh. I have no idea if it is at this point. I'm not sure how long before I dig into it. It came with a Painless wiring kit that is in the box. I'm leaning toward a 5.3 with a 5 speed manual. Ideas? |
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10-09-2012, 10:52 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: apple valley, ca
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Re: Introduction
Welcome, Karl! You've got a really nice truck to work with. You'll like this site....great people with all kinds of different projects.
My buddy's parents live in Baker. Starting to get cold there, yet?
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Check out my latest endeavor: https://roundsixpod.com My build threads: '55 Chevy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247512 '64 C-20: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527 |
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10-09-2012, 11:02 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Baker City, OR
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I seldom am up early. I did make it our early yesterday to go get this truck in Idaho. It was below freezing. I stopped for diesel and the attendant told it's been down to 20 degrees already. This is when I start dreaming about destinations south of here! |
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10-09-2012, 11:19 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
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Re: Introduction
Karl! Welcome to the board! Glad to have you here!
Nice truck, very nice truck.
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10-09-2012, 11:35 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Baker City, OR
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Re: Introduction
Thanks ... I'm getting the bug bad. I'm already thinking about what I will do after this one. Good grief.
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10-10-2012, 08:23 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Meridian, Idaho
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Re: Introduction
Welcome Karl, that's a nice looking truck. I was seeing that one for sale here in Idaho. Glad to see someone pick it up and continue on.
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10-10-2012, 08:37 AM
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1961 crewcab
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: missoula, mt
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Re: Introduction
hey throw a poncho in there!I put one in my wifes 63.
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60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955 |
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10-10-2012, 08:40 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: los angeles,ca
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Re: Introduction
Nice truck but id rip those taillights off and put the stockers back on!! Welcome
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10-10-2012, 08:56 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
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Re: Introduction
Welcome....one great looking truck there, and always glad to see more 63's. Looks like its off to a nice start already.
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1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer |
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10-10-2012, 09:28 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: North Plains Oregon
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Re: Introduction
You got yourself a great looking truck. I love the big window and step side. My truck was purchased new from the chevy dealer in LaGrande.
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10-10-2012, 10:11 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Surprise, AZ
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Re: Introduction
Welcome to the forum. That's a great looking truck to start with. You can't go wrong with an LS swap. They fit really nice and there's a lot of info here on the site to help you along. (see engine and drivetrain section, LSX sub- forum)
Keep us informed of your progress with pictures of course. We love pics!!
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10-10-2012, 03:42 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Baker City, OR
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