Lost interest in my 69 SWB - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Ron · 08-20-2007, 12:56 AM

I've had this truck for 20 years. Over the years I had the Drop Shop in Portland shorten the frame. I found a cherry bed for it but never got t painted. I installed a crate 285 HP motor with a new factory 700R4. I dropped it with Early classis spindles. I converted it to 5 luge axles with front disc. I did all the hard work. It still needs wheels ans paint. Truck has no rust and has always been garaged since new.

The last few years I got involved in off roading. The C-10 took a back seat. I washed the dust off of it today and took it for a drive. It drives like a dream. I just don't have the time to finisher her. What to do?

ChevyDude · 08-20-2007, 01:03 AM

Sounds like you want to sell her...but are flirting with the board rules for posting for sale threads and not a subscribing member. If I'm wrong, sorry...but that's the way I interpeted your post.

Let me ask you...what do you think you want to do with her???

RyanG · 08-20-2007, 01:04 AM

If you don't want it sell it......But since you have had it for so long I would just pass it on in the family....but that is just me....

dave2953 · 08-20-2007, 01:18 AM

I think you should keep it. I only wish my truck looked like that. JMO but I'd think you'd regret it once it was gone.

Ron · 08-20-2007, 01:33 AM

Well, my kids have little interest in cars.

67-72 trucks have consumed most of my life, I've had many including a new one I bought in 72 when I got out of VietNam.

Just glad I have a shop big enough to keep her safe.

72armyswbtruck · 08-20-2007, 06:53 AM

If all it's doing is taking up space, keep it. She is super nice, and once you sell it you will almost always regret it.

**special-K** · 08-20-2007, 07:14 AM

You`ve lost interest,but...
That`s not to say you don`t like it anymore.right?You haven`t stopped liking 67-72s either,right?I`ve always had at least one in my drive since`73 when I bought an "OK"`72 from a Chevy dealer lot.When I think about it,I just can`t phathon not having one at this point.Just because your time is going into another direction,don`t take for granted how lucky you are to have that shorty willing and waiting in your building.As long as money`s not the issue,I`d let that thing be a time capsule in waiting.I`ve mostly been into 4wds,but want a cruiser like yours as well.Variety...the spice of life.

mtndewmaniac66 · 08-20-2007, 11:08 AM

My two cents worth.
I own a 1968 C10 with a 355HP 327. It is a dream to drive, and still fairly easy to work on. It took me a little over 8 years to finally buy one that wasn't thrashed or overpriced, I have had it for 4 years now. Time wise, no comparison, but it is still a part of the family.
I also own a couple jeeps, one is a 1965 CJ5A Tuxedo Park, a rare jeep, and the other is afabricated conversion of a Jeep truck, like that of the AEV Brute, or that of the Gladiator concept.
I have raced down the highway as well as rock crawled. Both are fun.
Time is my only enemy now, since I have a family of 8. I haven't burned out yet, just put priorities more forward.
I don't know if this was of any help, but at least it is a little something to take into consideration when you make your decision. Good luck.

panhandler62 · 08-20-2007, 11:12 AM

If you want to find a new home for it pay your $25 and list it on the sales board. I've no doubt it will sell quickly.

Personaly -- I would keep it if it wasn't crowding me out or something ... it's always good thing to have a clean, strong running truck around.

jkaylor68gmc · 08-20-2007, 11:50 AM

Sell it to me

jkaylor68gmc · 08-20-2007, 11:59 AM

Sell it, thats what I would do.

prg machine · 08-20-2007, 01:11 PM

Very simple solution, Drive it!!!

AlienYouth · 08-20-2007, 02:13 PM

lol kaylor

72BlckButy · 08-20-2007, 02:30 PM

Turn it into a DD, or keep it in the family. Don't let that truck go.... many guy's on the board, including myself, would love to have a truck like that in our driveways. (not even to mention a shop to keep it covered)

68caliRat · 08-20-2007, 04:25 PM

I only wish my 68 was that nice. It probably doesn't cost much to keep it,(registration and all) I'd keep it on the back burner. A truck that nice doesn't come along very often..

72highlander · 08-20-2007, 04:44 PM

when i was about 8 my dad bought a 50 model 5 window, by the time i was 11 we were done restoring at it. he would talk about selling it so i would either wash it or take it to my house when i got a house so he would either want to keep it or forget about it. he eventually gave it to me. if you want i could keep it at my place for a while! haha!

mexgrhd68 · 08-20-2007, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron

I've had this truck for 20 years. Over the years I had the Drop Shop in Portland shorten the frame. I found a cherry bed for it but never got t painted. I installed a crate 285 HP motor with a new factory 700R4. I dropped it with Early classis spindles. I converted it to 5 luge axles with front disc. I did all the hard work. It still needs wheels ans paint. Truck has no rust and has always been garaged since new.

The last few years I got involved in off roading. The C-10 took a back seat. I washed the dust off of it today and took it for a drive. It drives like a dream. I just don't have the time to finisher her. What to do?

Park it in my driveway next to my 68 shorty, just a thought.

67ChevyRedneck · 08-20-2007, 04:58 PM

I just don't see how you can lose interest in a sweet 69....

I vote to keep 'er, or give it to me

whatnow123 · 08-20-2007, 06:17 PM

Well, since this isn't a "for sale" post... ... It sounds like you already know what the plan is given the details you gave of the truck. Looks like an awesome start for a project in my eyes.

corn · 08-20-2007, 06:26 PM

Keep it, its got a gun rack!

That sure is a clean truck, you would miss it Im sure.

You have been here long enough to know the rules...

Rule #1... You can't sell a 67-72, you can only buy more...

retodd7711 · 08-20-2007, 09:15 PM

What should you do? take more pictures. that side/ rear end view is just a teaser.
post some more pics and maybe that will get you thinking, "You know that's a good looking old girl, I think I'll keep her awhile"

70c10 · 08-20-2007, 09:39 PM

I think you should trade me for mine!

I would love to finish that truck

weasel29gm · 08-20-2007, 10:14 PM

Here's my motto '' Easy to sell hard to replace'' I've had my over 20 yrs too!!! Could make a call and it would be gone tomorrow. But to replace would be hard, sure theres alot of good trucks around but price em' Sleep on it awhile!!!

A.P. · 08-20-2007, 10:27 PM

Keeper, I would.

powell72 · 08-21-2007, 01:21 AM

Why does it need to be finished right away? You've got the space to keep it, it's not eating any hay. Plus it's a very respectable looking truck to bomb around when you feel like it.

08-20-2007, 01:03 AM	#2
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Sounds like you want to sell her...but are flirting with the board rules for posting for sale threads and not a subscribing member. If I'm wrong, sorry...but that's the way I interpeted your post. Let me ask you...what do you think you want to do with her??? __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

08-20-2007, 01:04 AM	#3
RyanG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Gilbert, Az Posts: 180	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB If you don't want it sell it......But since you have had it for so long I would just pass it on in the family....but that is just me....

08-20-2007, 01:18 AM	#4
dave2953 Dave's not here, man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Winder, Georgia Posts: 2,000	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB I think you should keep it. I only wish my truck looked like that. JMO but I'd think you'd regret it once it was gone. __________________ - 2014 VW Jetta - 2015 VW Jetta - 1966 Ford F-250

08-20-2007, 01:33 AM	#5
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Well, my kids have little interest in cars. 67-72 trucks have consumed most of my life, I've had many including a new one I bought in 72 when I got out of VietNam. Just glad I have a shop big enough to keep her safe. __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

08-20-2007, 06:53 AM	#6
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB If all it's doing is taking up space, keep it. She is super nice, and once you sell it you will almost always regret it. __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

08-20-2007, 12:56 AM	#1
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	Lost interest in my 69 SWB I've had this truck for 20 years. Over the years I had the Drop Shop in Portland shorten the frame. I found a cherry bed for it but never got t painted. I installed a crate 285 HP motor with a new factory 700R4. I dropped it with Early classis spindles. I converted it to 5 luge axles with front disc. I did all the hard work. It still needs wheels ans paint. Truck has no rust and has always been garaged since new. The last few years I got involved in off roading. The C-10 took a back seat. I washed the dust off of it today and took it for a drive. It drives like a dream. I just don't have the time to finisher her. What to do? __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

08-20-2007, 07:14 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB You`ve lost interest,but... That`s not to say you don`t like it anymore.right?You haven`t stopped liking 67-72s either,right?I`ve always had at least one in my drive since`73 when I bought an "OK"`72 from a Chevy dealer lot.When I think about it,I just can`t phathon not having one at this point.Just because your time is going into another direction,don`t take for granted how lucky you are to have that shorty willing and waiting in your building.As long as money`s not the issue,I`d let that thing be a time capsule in waiting.I`ve mostly been into 4wds,but want a cruiser like yours as well.Variety...the spice of life. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

08-20-2007, 11:08 AM	#8
mtndewmaniac66 Do the Dew! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Vernal, Utah Posts: 191	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB My two cents worth. I own a 1968 C10 with a 355HP 327. It is a dream to drive, and still fairly easy to work on. It took me a little over 8 years to finally buy one that wasn't thrashed or overpriced, I have had it for 4 years now. Time wise, no comparison, but it is still a part of the family. I also own a couple jeeps, one is a 1965 CJ5A Tuxedo Park, a rare jeep, and the other is afabricated conversion of a Jeep truck, like that of the AEV Brute, or that of the Gladiator concept. I have raced down the highway as well as rock crawled. Both are fun. Time is my only enemy now, since I have a family of 8. I haven't burned out yet, just put priorities more forward. I don't know if this was of any help, but at least it is a little something to take into consideration when you make your decision. Good luck.

08-20-2007, 11:12 AM	#9
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,763	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB If you want to find a new home for it pay your $25 and list it on the sales board. I've no doubt it will sell quickly. Personaly -- I would keep it if it wasn't crowding me out or something ... it's always good thing to have a clean, strong running truck around. __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

08-20-2007, 11:50 AM	#10
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Sell it to me __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

08-20-2007, 11:59 AM	#11
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Sell it, thats what I would do. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

08-20-2007, 01:11 PM	#12
prg machine Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: oregon Posts: 1,069	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Very simple solution, Drive it!!!

08-20-2007, 02:13 PM	#13
AlienYouth Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Westminster, Maryland Posts: 411	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB lol kaylor __________________ Picturesss 71 C10 383/TH400 13.65 @ 99... 2.06 60' spinnin :/

08-20-2007, 02:30 PM	#14
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Turn it into a DD, or keep it in the family. Don't let that truck go.... many guy's on the board, including myself, would love to have a truck like that in our driveways. (not even to mention a shop to keep it covered) __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

08-20-2007, 04:25 PM	#15
68caliRat Need a bigger hammer.. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Escondido,CA. Posts: 280	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB I only wish my 68 was that nice. It probably doesn't cost much to keep it,(registration and all) I'd keep it on the back burner. A truck that nice doesn't come along very often.. __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 LWB fleetside Custom Camper 2018 Silverado High Country 2500HD Duramax 4X4



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08-20-2007, 04:44 PM	#16
72highlander Sophomore Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: brownwood, tx Posts: 927	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB when i was about 8 my dad bought a 50 model 5 window, by the time i was 11 we were done restoring at it. he would talk about selling it so i would either wash it or take it to my house when i got a house so he would either want to keep it or forget about it. he eventually gave it to me. if you want i could keep it at my place for a while! haha! __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Highlander SWB 1972 Custom Deluxe 3/4 2WD 60k miles these trucks don't need vacuum gauges cause they don't suck! two wrongs don't make a right, but three rights do make a left all i want is a little more than i'll ever get it's better to be judged by 12 than to be carried by 6

08-20-2007, 04:58 PM	#18
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB I just don't see how you can lose interest in a sweet 69.... I vote to keep 'er, or give it to me __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

08-20-2007, 06:17 PM	#19
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Well, since this isn't a "for sale" post... ... It sounds like you already know what the plan is given the details you gave of the truck. Looks like an awesome start for a project in my eyes. __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094 Last edited by whatnow123; 08-20-2007 at 06:19 PM.

08-20-2007, 06:26 PM	#20
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Keep it, its got a gun rack! That sure is a clean truck, you would miss it Im sure. You have been here long enough to know the rules... Rule #1... You can't sell a 67-72, you can only buy more...

08-20-2007, 09:15 PM	#21
retodd7711 chrome makes it go FASTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 2,884	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB What should you do? take more pictures. that side/ rear end view is just a teaser. post some more pics and maybe that will get you thinking, "You know that's a good looking old girl, I think I'll keep her awhile" __________________ She can't cook and she won't clean. But she looks good in a skirt and she brings me beer. She can stay for now. EDIT:: But she left me anyway, So forget her. 1962 GMC Stepside V6 4 speed My rolling resto thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=324226 My old farm truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3465005

08-20-2007, 09:39 PM	#22
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,856	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB I think you should trade me for mine! I would love to finish that truck __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

08-20-2007, 10:14 PM	#23
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,096	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Here's my motto '' Easy to sell hard to replace'' I've had my over 20 yrs too!!! Could make a call and it would be gone tomorrow. But to replace would be hard, sure theres alot of good trucks around but price em' Sleep on it awhile!!! __________________ 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.......

08-20-2007, 10:27 PM	#24
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Keeper, I would. __________________ 72 Chevy, SWB, 350engine, TH400

08-21-2007, 01:21 AM	#25
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Lost interest in my 69 SWB Why does it need to be finished right away? You've got the space to keep it, it's not eating any hay. Plus it's a very respectable looking truck to bomb around when you feel like it. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

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