Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. |
|
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
08-03-2008, 02:02 PM | #26 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Valley Center KS
Posts: 3,524
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
The slowdown in the economy hasn't affected my build directly. If anything it has indirectly put pressure on me to speed up my build.....
Basically, we're looking to move to TX or KS (or that area) and have enough equity in our house to buy a house there cash; but since the housing market has slowed down, that has pushed our timeline out a while, so finishing the basement isn't as high of a priority. Then, I also talked my wife into opening up the floodgates to get the truck done by next May so we can go on hotrod power tour; but now we just found out she's pregnant and will be due in March, so I pretty much know I have to get done by then. Also because of the kiddy on the way I bought a jetta TDI (1st tank of diesel was 47.4mpg) and will be selling the corvette (no back seat) so the extra left over from the sell of the vette will be applied to the project truck.
__________________
Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index Last edited by Ackattack; 08-03-2008 at 02:03 PM. |
08-03-2008, 02:24 PM | #27 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Posts: 615
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
I did not put as much HP as I wanted but I am going fuel injected with a 4L80 transmission so I am hope I can get at least 20 mpg
|
08-03-2008, 02:32 PM | #28 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Georgia
Posts: 850
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Quote:
http://editorial.autos.msn.com/artic...newcarresearch Ok, I'll get back on topic now, just thought I would share that with you. |
|
08-03-2008, 02:40 PM | #29 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: South Florida
Posts: 11,375
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
The economy does not have an effect on my truck, I am fortunate that I drive a company demo (Toyota) and I get a new truck or car every 5k miles and I dont pay for gas. Thank God...the One that does take an effect is time to be able to continue to change, built and install....
__________________
Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild |
08-03-2008, 03:22 PM | #30 | |
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Terrell, TX
Posts: 1,967
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Quote:
Which EFI system are you getting?
__________________
Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps. |
|
08-03-2008, 03:29 PM | #31 |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: antreville, south carolina
Posts: 873
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Mine has been at a standstill for about two and a half months....Ive had to stop splurging cause of the gas lately but I was still working on the 327 till I left carolina...I didnt have a way to get it down here right now so its still up in south carolina along with the engine and parts..I plan to light the ground on fire with working on it when I get it home tho....Its a sickness..ill never stop lol
__________________
"Dixie Destroyer" 71 C10 LWB Fleet Future Blown Prostreet Monster |
08-04-2008, 12:48 AM | #32 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Washington
Posts: 316
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
It hasn't slowed my build down more. I have just been too busy with work, random things coming up on my car, the girlfriend, and working pit crew for my friend's dad on his 1991 BMW 325is.
__________________
1970 C10 - ECE 3.5/5 drop, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers, front discs http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=272458 2000 Buick Regal GS - Supercharged 3.8 V6 240hp, 1/4 mile 15 seconds |
08-04-2008, 11:09 AM | #33 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Idaho
Posts: 210
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Yep. My truck doesn't get driven anymore. Maybe once a month if that. Thinking about selling it.
__________________
72 C2500 LWB 402 Sierra Grande 05 Odyssey 08 Tundra |
08-04-2008, 01:14 PM | #34 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Hammond, WI
Posts: 1,817
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Yep, the economy has hit us pretty hard. I was transferred from Houston to the DFW area not too long ago. While there was a "cost of living" increase for me, my wife still hasn't found a job teaching yet. None of the school districts where we live are hiring, and she's looking at getting an office job, at a pay cut if anything else. We are having to get rid of her Jeep to at least save on some bills.
What I thought I was going to do with my project has been pretty much put on hold. Of course it's taking another turn again because of the economy, but still, with parts prices rising, and fuel costs rising too, it appears that there is almost no end in sight. Anyone need to buy any blood?
__________________
Mike 2001 Dakota R/T - Silver CC - 1 of 1671 •360 w/46RE •392 limited slip 1972 Chevy Suburban - Turquoise/Black 1969 Chevy C/10 - Blue LWB •350 w/ 700R4 •3.73 posi •PS PB A/C - SOLD Using your turn signal is not "giving information to the enemy" 67-72 FAQ Last edited by nightmare; 08-04-2008 at 01:15 PM. |
08-04-2008, 02:13 PM | #35 |
PROJECT 7DEUCE
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: GRANTS PASS OR
Posts: 21,606
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Not slowing me down yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I hope it dont..
__________________
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.. |
08-04-2008, 02:26 PM | #36 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA
Posts: 1,715
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
I have been restoring my Longhorn for over 8 years. I absolutely refuse to give it up or stop. Have thought about what I could do to ensure it fits into the ever changing world of gasoline vehicles, but haven't figured that one out yet. Yes, I have only driven my Longhorn 4 miles since I have owned it and towed it over 600 miles, but it really means allot to me. Parts are available and I love driving to go get them. My truck technically belongs to just about everyone here on the board because it has so much stuff from the fellow board members from over the years. I will never give up on here while I am able to turn a wrench. Cool Thread!!!!! I will still drive this thing even at 7 miles to the gallon.
__________________
Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! I need another truck like I need another hole in the head! I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE! |
08-04-2008, 04:30 PM | #37 |
Next project: 1970 K10
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524
Posts: 6,684
|
Re: Project Economy Slowdown
Nope, the only thing that has slowed me down is time. My personal economy is doing great, but I can't keep a leash on my time! I guess if I quit going camping so much I might have more time!
__________________
Bob 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 next project!! 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|