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krazy_texan · 10-16-2003, 08:11 PM

you can sell it to me i have wanted it since i first saw it my theory is to have 1 klunker and 1 nice one

kroodawg · 10-16-2003, 08:15 PM

Sell it let sombody fix it up and drive it.

**Palf70Step** · 10-16-2003, 09:40 PM

Although having more than one is kool, space and money would make me say sell the GMC..or whats left of it....and get the LongHorn rolling! Too bad you are not closer....My daughter could use a truck!!

weasel29gm · 10-16-2003, 11:20 PM

Better hang on to her awhile, see how the longhorn does first. Maybe you can store it at Fine's?

Longhorn Man · 10-16-2003, 11:22 PM

Wow...of all groups, i figured y'all would support the habit.
I would never sell my driver untill I knew the replacement (longhorn) was dead reliable. That is one thing the GMC has going for it, she's damn nead dependable as gravity.
I would love to keep it, but it needs a TOTAL rodo...every body panel is junk, the engine needs a good rebuild, (getting close to 100,000 hard driven miles, and close to single digit oil PSI at an idle) the whole suspention needs ripped out and replaced, the brakes are more like delayers, steering is a mere suggestion...
Well maybe I am being a bit rough on here here, but y'all get the idea.
But I must say, I have grown quite attached to the 'ole girl. We've been through quite a bit, yeah, I ran over allot of stuff in her. I think I'll be kicking myself in the tailpipe either way I go.
It'll either be "why didn't I sell this thing years ago"...or "Why the h*ll did I get rid of that truck?"
You know...damned if I do, damned if i don't.

Bowed · 10-17-2003, 12:38 AM

Sell.

BUXMAN66 · 10-17-2003, 01:37 AM

andy, there is plenty of these trucks here in the ohio area...at least there is here in the dayton area...get a "FOR SALE " sign put it in the local grocery parking lot and you'll get some calls. take your money and get the longhorn good and reliable....get those tools you been needin'....and a better truck will come along w/ better options and in better condition down the road.do one thing realllly well (one truck)and not half-a$$ both the trucks!! this is only my opinion of course....

O'l Buck · 10-17-2003, 01:45 AM

Sell it, I'm selling my 2wd for mostly the same reasons you have listed above (money for other things, and i'm tired of it sitting in the yard doing nothing........not that I have a lack of space here, I can park all the trucks I want on 80 acres.

neonlarry · 10-17-2003, 01:45 AM

I would wait until you drive the longhorn for a month or 2 before you decide. Personaly, I wouldnt sell it, but once you get the longhorn running, if the gmc doesnt seem interesting anymore, then sell it.

Longhorn Man · 10-18-2003, 12:08 AM

BUXMAN66, Kinda funny that in Dayton these trucks are all over, while just 60 or so miles east, (here) they are not seen all too often.
One thing, I have not seen an original Ohio truck that is any better off than mine, at least my trailing arms are rock solid, and my floor boards are still there and just shy of rock solid.
Even so, with the internet car sales these days, it would be almost moronic to start with a rust belt vehicle for a project onless it is something granny fresh or forgotten in a barn. (IMO)

View Poll Results: Keep the turd, or sell it?
Keep it and be a truck hord...	16	34.78%
Sell it... take the money and run.	30	65.22%
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10-16-2003, 08:11 PM	#26
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	you can sell it to me i have wanted it since i first saw it my theory is to have 1 klunker and 1 nice one __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

10-16-2003, 08:15 PM	#27
kroodawg Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Florida Posts: 42	Sell it let sombody fix it up and drive it. __________________ 1968 SWB CST

10-16-2003, 09:40 PM	#28
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Although having more than one is kool, space and money would make me say sell the GMC..or whats left of it....and get the LongHorn rolling! Too bad you are not closer....My daughter could use a truck!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-16-2003, 11:20 PM	#29
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,094	Better hang on to her awhile, see how the longhorn does first. Maybe you can store it at Fine's? __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

10-16-2003, 11:22 PM	#30
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Wow...of all groups, i figured y'all would support the habit. I would never sell my driver untill I knew the replacement (longhorn) was dead reliable. That is one thing the GMC has going for it, she's damn nead dependable as gravity. I would love to keep it, but it needs a TOTAL rodo...every body panel is junk, the engine needs a good rebuild, (getting close to 100,000 hard driven miles, and close to single digit oil PSI at an idle) the whole suspention needs ripped out and replaced, the brakes are more like delayers, steering is a mere suggestion... Well maybe I am being a bit rough on here here, but y'all get the idea. But I must say, I have grown quite attached to the 'ole girl. We've been through quite a bit, yeah, I ran over allot of stuff in her. I think I'll be kicking myself in the tailpipe either way I go. It'll either be "why didn't I sell this thing years ago"...or "Why the h*ll did I get rid of that truck?" You know...damned if I do, damned if i don't.

10-17-2003, 12:38 AM	#31
Bowed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: where it's hot Posts: 1,059	Sell.

10-17-2003, 01:37 AM	#32
BUXMAN66 go bucks! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: MIAMISBURG OHIO USA Posts: 803	andy, there is plenty of these trucks here in the ohio area...at least there is here in the dayton area...get a "FOR SALE " sign put it in the local grocery parking lot and you'll get some calls. take your money and get the longhorn good and reliable....get those tools you been needin'....and a better truck will come along w/ better options and in better condition down the road.do one thing realllly well (one truck)and not half-a$$ both the trucks!! this is only my opinion of course.... __________________ '68 swb 1/2t 350/350th '86 lngbd 3/4 TON parts getter '49 gmc 1/2 t 5 window 350/350th '96 gmc sonoma sle ext-cab. hey it's a 4cyl. 5 spd and good on gas y'know?

10-17-2003, 01:45 AM	#33
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	Sell it, I'm selling my 2wd for mostly the same reasons you have listed above (money for other things, and i'm tired of it sitting in the yard doing nothing........not that I have a lack of space here, I can park all the trucks I want on 80 acres. __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

10-17-2003, 01:45 AM	#34
neonlarry Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,746	I would wait until you drive the longhorn for a month or 2 before you decide. Personaly, I wouldnt sell it, but once you get the longhorn running, if the gmc doesnt seem interesting anymore, then sell it. __________________ 70 C/10 Light Red 350/TH350, HEI, Duals w/40 series Flows, 91 seat, LED taillights 99 Pontiac S/C GTP, SLP Ram Air hood, GMPP Konis & springs 95 Neon ACR, MP PCM, AFX UDP, 3.0 CAI

10-18-2003, 12:08 AM	#35
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	BUXMAN66, Kinda funny that in Dayton these trucks are all over, while just 60 or so miles east, (here) they are not seen all too often. One thing, I have not seen an original Ohio truck that is any better off than mine, at least my trailing arms are rock solid, and my floor boards are still there and just shy of rock solid. Even so, with the internet car sales these days, it would be almost moronic to start with a rust belt vehicle for a project onless it is something granny fresh or forgotten in a barn. (IMO)

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