Meet Homer

[swamp rat]

Great touch on the bed liner!

I got the sketch the other day, finally went to the post office, i try to avoid going this time of year .. Thank you!

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by swamp rat

Great touch on the bed liner!

I got the sketch the other day, finally went to the post office, i try to avoid going this time of year .. Thank you!

No problem. Sorry it took me so long. Hope it works for you.

[flashed]

Any updates on old Homer ?

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

Any updates on old Homer ?

Just finally got finished on my Chevelle and sold it last week. Started pecking away on Homer putting on the front grill trim and odd bits. Actually have him on a trailer now going to the nostalgia drag races/car show this morning. He's not a trailer queen by any means, I just don't trust him yet. I have never driven him more that a couple times around the block in my sub-division. Not to mention he has no working brake lights and stuff. I know he's not finished, but I really wanted to take him out there so I figured close enough to go. I think people (truck guys) are gonna dig him.

[flashed]

I hope you get some pics of old Homer at the show ,I too think people are gonna Dig Him .

[66-PMD-GMC]

Yeah Wayne. .. post pics buddy

[Drifters]

Hey Wayne looks like ol homer is coming along? Lookin good buddy..

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

I hope you get some pics of old Homer at the show ,I too think people are gonna Dig Him .

Yeah there were a few truck dudes who liked Old Homer today.

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

Yeah Wayne. .. post pics buddy

Here's a few pics for you guys.

Originally Posted by Drifters

Hey Wayne looks like ol homer is coming along? Lookin good buddy..

Thanks. Yeah he's finally moving forward again.
Thinking about selling him and doing something else for more of a daily driver.

You guys take it easy on my on the selling part. It's a flaw in my character. Not even finished yet and ready to move on.

[flashed]

He looks good in the wild ,dont remember those tail lights either .I dont have a problem with you selling old Homer as long as we can follow the next one.

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

He looks good in the wild ,dont remember those tail lights either .I dont have a problem with you selling old Homer as long as we can follow the next one.

Oh yeah. I have two "next ones". The 63 I want to take my time on and do an over the top build on. The 72 El Camino I just drug home Friday will be a quick driver project, but I will post progress in the "alternate tinkerings" thread.
Of course I am also wanting to finish my 67 Nova drag car. Too many projects, not enough time/money.

[Advanced Design]

Homer looks good out at the show Wayne. Please be sure to let us know about the next project as I would like to follow along too.

[66-PMD-GMC]

Originally Posted by cooperhw

Oh yeah. I have two "next ones". The 63 I want to take my time on and do an over the top build on. The 72 El Camino I just drug home Friday will be a quick driver project, but I will post progress in the "alternate tinkerings" thread.
Of course I am also wanting to finish my 67 Nova drag car. Too many projects, not enough time/money.

I understand. . sort of.... the build and flip thing.. that's just not me though.
I like to build them and enjoy them for an extended period of time.
That's me..
Your 63 is what I'm anxious to see.. hopefully you'll hang on to that one for a long while.. I'd love to do some shows with you in my 63..
I really need to get by there for a visit. . Working 60+ hours a week and at home too has me forgetting what day it is..
Stop by if you get a chance.. :-)

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

I understand. . sort of.... the build and flip thing.. that's just not me though.
I like to build them and enjoy them for an extended period of time.
That's me..
Your 63 is what I'm anxious to see.. hopefully you'll hang on to that one for a long while.. I'd love to do some shows with you in my 63..
I really need to get by there for a visit. . Working 60+ hours a week and at home too has me forgetting what day it is..
Stop by if you get a chance.. :-)

I'll try to stop by soon Chris.

[cooperhw]

Went out tonight to cruise ole Homer around under his own power for a change. Wanted to get some up to date pics so I thought I would share them with you.

[cooperhw]

few more,

[flashed]

Old Homer is really looking great . I would love to have that truck .

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

Old Homer is really looking great . I would love to have that truck .

Well, now's your chance. Homer is posted in the Phoenix Craig's. Type "1 Ton" & you'll see old Homer looking for his new home. I didn't v post it on this board as so many guys want to rip into anything for sale costing more than they paid.

[flashed]

I cant have it but I will look .

[flashed]

I checked out your list of craig ad ,love it and hope you get as much as you need out of it .Someone is gonna get a really cool truck ,I wish it could be me but Im broke after getting Nsane Hotrods to finish up my 72 .I cant wait to go to Tennessee this sunday to bring it home.

[Greenlee]

I hope you get what you are asking for it. Homer turned out real nice! You have vision. I have to admit, when you started the build I admired your work but had doubts about the way it would turn out. Now that you are done with it, I think it looks perfect!

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

I checked out your list of craig ad ,love it and hope you get as much as you need out of it .Someone is gonna get a really cool truck ,I wish it could be me but Im broke after getting Nsane Hotrods to finish up my 72 .I cant wait to go to Tennessee this sunday to bring it home.

Nice. I hear they do awesome work. Time to start enjoying that 72.

Originally Posted by Greenlee

I hope you get what you are asking for it. Homer turned out real nice! You have vision. I have to admit, when you started the build I admired your work but had doubts about the way it would turn out. Now that you are done with it, I think it looks perfect!

To be perfectly honest with you (guys on this board) I never plan to get my initial asking price. Usually you need to be ready to come off your number at least a couple grand. At least that has been my findings. So I price it a couple higher than I plan to sell for and let it start there. Another thing is a truck that is asking more than 10K will probably go to a guy "who does not build trucks". That leaves almost all of us out. That's ok. There's someone out there somewhere who wants a one of a kind dually on a 67-72 body style. I might end up driving Homer for the next year or so to the local shows while I jump on my next project.
Thanks for the comment on the "Vision". I also had serious doubts on the final outcome. In "my mind it looked cool". I had my initial rendering to keep me focused. I was just hoping it wasn't a brain aneurism or something causing this vision.

[flashed]

I dont build my own but I do have a vision for what I want for each of them and am involved from beginning to end and if I could afford it I would own that one .

[cooperhw]

Originally Posted by flashed

I dont build my own but I do have a vision for what I want for each of them and am involved from beginning to end and if I could afford it I would own that one .

Thanks Flashed. I really do appreciate that vote of confidence. I think we are the minority. Believe me when I say "I wish I didn't build my own" sometimes. I am getting too dang old for the beating on the body it takes.
As to old Homer. I think he will make someone a dang good old truck. If not, I will just drive the wheels off of him. about done dropping the coin on him, so that's a relief.
Anyhow, my friend, I do appreciate the kind words. I hope whoever ends up with him appreciates how special and unique he is.

[Advanced Design]

Wayne, Homer is an awesome truck...wife and I love the rendering! I think the most important part of the vision in your rendering is your big grin driving Homer.

Good luck with the sale! He will make someone a good truck.

[swamp rat]

Best of luck with the sale, i have enjoyed the build and learned a lot on the way. Not sure what is in the works next but i hope to find it and follow along.