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low'n slow · 04-21-2008, 03:11 AM

I have been looking for a 67-68 model for my son who is in Korea. I spotted this one today just 3 blocks from my house. Price seemed right after some negotiation, so he has a truck waiting for him when he gets back. Needs a couple of rockers, a cab corner and fender bucket. Also has 40 years of bumps and bruises It is a 1 owner, they bought it new in 68 with 8 miles on it. Has 38K on it now. I'm sure it is 238K. 6 cyl and 3 on the tree. Engine rebuilt 8-9 years ago. $750. I was feeling in a charitable mood, especially since it wasn't my money.

low'n slow · 04-21-2008, 03:13 AM

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Chevyholic · 04-21-2008, 03:15 AM

That's a great looking truck! Your Son should be thrilled!!

**lks dcvn** · 04-21-2008, 03:29 AM

Nice find and good price! Congrats

tcb-1 · 04-21-2008, 03:34 AM

nice rig. gotta keep those door signs intact!!!! your son should have lots of fun with it!

Ol'Rover · 04-21-2008, 03:47 AM

nice solid truck my friend. Should patch up the rockerpanel and drop it, would make one sick ratrod especially with the buisiness decal on the doors.

72BlckButy · 04-21-2008, 04:15 AM

Nice score, and addition to the family!

**72 Super** · 04-21-2008, 04:49 AM

Looks like a solid starting point. I'm sure your son will be very happy.

Ray

jayharrell · 04-21-2008, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by tcb-1

nice rig. gotta keep those door signs intact!!!! your son should have lots of fun with it!

I agree. Get it running great and leave it alone. Great find. Congrats.

**Hart_Rod** · 04-21-2008, 04:59 AM

Cool truck! What are the plans?

ed2552 · 04-21-2008, 05:02 AM

my $.02, keep the patina, restore the interior so it is comfortable and drive the heck out of it

Cyclone44 · 04-21-2008, 05:02 AM

I like it just like it is!!! Nice score

Brad · 04-21-2008, 05:50 AM

Wow. I'm really jealous- not only of the nice looking truck, but looking at those houses in the background I really miss being down in your part of the country and it's warm weather. We've got rain and freezing temps up here.

low'n slow · 04-21-2008, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Brad

Wow. I'm really jealous- not only of the nice looking truck, but looking at those houses in the background I really miss being down in your part of the country and it's warm weather. We've got rain and freezing temps up here.

That's why we are here. We grew up in Idaho and I have had enough of that weather.

low'n slow · 04-21-2008, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Cool truck! What are the plans?

New tires, drop it a little and enjoy it.

dieselarmy13 · 04-21-2008, 07:57 AM

Drop and Enjoy, indeed! That's all she needs. Wow, that kinda rimes.

67_C-30 · 04-21-2008, 08:42 AM

Nice truck! I really, really want one of those rear bumpers!! If you decide to change it please keep me in mind!!

lowrollin70gmc · 04-22-2008, 02:33 AM

Great truck, good price, and your son should be happy. Hey, if it's getting new tires there is a vital ritual that must be performed to ensure the old tires will come off smoothly...

Burnout!!! You or your son (when he returns) need to flex the torque of the six and granny gear and grab some clutch!

**El Jay** · 04-22-2008, 08:21 AM

It looks like a nice solid start.
Your son should be happy; ya done good.

BTW, around here, $750 would be considered a steal, simply because it runs.

low'n slow · 05-28-2008, 03:58 AM

Put in a cheapo ebay 3 speed shifter. You won't run it through the gears very fast, but it works a lot better than the jimmied up 3 on the tree. Found the original upholstery under 2 recovers. Shined it up a bit and dropped it with a hot wrench.

Yes I know half of you will say "way to keep it old school", and the other half will say it is not safe. To the first half, thanks, I like the old way on alot of things. I'm not much into billet stuff. For the other half of you, Thanks for keeping us in your prayers.

I picked up some Clifford headers and manifold for it last week. Just need to get a new carb.

Here are the before and after pictures.

yenko427 · 05-28-2008, 04:46 AM

Ok I see Texas Lic plates where did you find that one at? Most of the one I see around here have alot more rust then that. Great Find

67_C-30 · 05-28-2008, 04:54 AM

Looking great!! You should post your truck here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...na+trucks+shop

I've got a little something special planned for the shop trucks/patina/rat rod trucks, and I'm trying to get a lot of pics in one spot!

low'n slow · 05-28-2008, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by yenko427

Ok I see Texas Lic plates where did you find that one at?

Here in Las Cruces. Bought from the owner's son.

Longhorn Man · 05-28-2008, 05:50 AM

pretty cool 'ole truck.
Where is your son stationed in Korea? Whats he do?

low'n slow · 05-29-2008, 04:00 AM

He is in Osan and works on electronics for F-16s and some other aircraft.

He has a new job over there, not sure what it all entails.

04-21-2008, 03:11 AM	#1
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	new family member I have been looking for a 67-68 model for my son who is in Korea. I spotted this one today just 3 blocks from my house. Price seemed right after some negotiation, so he has a truck waiting for him when he gets back. Needs a couple of rockers, a cab corner and fender bucket. Also has 40 years of bumps and bruises It is a 1 owner, they bought it new in 68 with 8 miles on it. Has 38K on it now. I'm sure it is 238K. 6 cyl and 3 on the tree. Engine rebuilt 8-9 years ago. $750. I was feeling in a charitable mood, especially since it wasn't my money. Attached Images Last edited by low'n slow; 04-21-2008 at 03:16 AM.

04-21-2008, 03:13 AM	#2
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: new family member more Attached Images

04-21-2008, 03:15 AM	#3
Chevyholic Will it run today? Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 272	Re: new family member That's a great looking truck! Your Son should be thrilled!! __________________ Jaws, the 1971 Chevy Cheyenne Longbed. She's big, grey, and has an insatiable appetite!

04-21-2008, 03:29 AM	#4
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: new family member Nice find and good price! Congrats

04-21-2008, 03:34 AM	#5
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: new family member nice rig. gotta keep those door signs intact!!!! your son should have lots of fun with it! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

04-21-2008, 03:47 AM	#6
Ol'Rover Project: years too late. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Almonte,ON,Canada Posts: 550	Re: new family member nice solid truck my friend. Should patch up the rockerpanel and drop it, would make one sick ratrod especially with the buisiness decal on the doors. __________________ 1971 C10 Stepper LSX 5.3/4L60E 3.73 12bolt posi. Father Son Project. In Memory of Bruce C. Shorten. Rest easy Dad. Ill take it fryom here.

04-21-2008, 04:15 AM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: new family member Nice score, and addition to the family! __________________ -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)

04-21-2008, 04:49 AM	#8
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,685	Re: new family member Looks like a solid starting point. I'm sure your son will be very happy. Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White Last edited by 72 Super; 04-21-2008 at 04:51 AM.

04-21-2008, 04:59 AM	#10
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04-21-2008, 05:02 AM	#11
ed2552 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charles City IA Posts: 1,626	Re: new family member my $.02, keep the patina, restore the interior so it is comfortable and drive the heck out of it __________________ '67 C20, Under the Knife!, LWB, Eaton HO-52, Rear Coil Springs 72' GMC C2500, 350, TH400(?), Dana 60 '67 K10 4-spd., 305, SM465, Dana 44, 12 Bolt, RUST! '65 C60 292, 4 spd, 2 spd Rearend, 15' Grain Box, MINT! 09 Yukon Denali 82k Miles 6.2L/6A

04-21-2008, 05:02 AM	#12
Cyclone44 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: K-town Posts: 4,029	Re: new family member I like it just like it is!!! Nice score

04-21-2008, 05:50 AM	#13
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,672	Re: new family member Wow. I'm really jealous- not only of the nice looking truck, but looking at those houses in the background I really miss being down in your part of the country and it's warm weather. We've got rain and freezing temps up here. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten... Last edited by Brad; 04-21-2008 at 05:51 AM.

04-21-2008, 07:57 AM	#16
dieselarmy13 Phone's ringin Dude. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 1,426	Re: new family member Drop and Enjoy, indeed! That's all she needs. Wow, that kinda rimes. __________________ I pitty the fool with only two headlights!! 2003 SILVERADO SS--THE NEW GIRL 1972 GMC--THE OLD GIRL

04-21-2008, 08:42 AM	#17
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: new family member Nice truck! I really, really want one of those rear bumpers!! If you decide to change it please keep me in mind!! __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

04-22-2008, 02:33 AM	#18
lowrollin70gmc Too many projects Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fargo, ND land of the flat hills Posts: 1,147	Re: new family member Great truck, good price, and your son should be happy. Hey, if it's getting new tires there is a vital ritual that must be performed to ensure the old tires will come off smoothly... Burnout!!! You or your son (when he returns) need to flex the torque of the six and granny gear and grab some clutch! __________________ Andrew 84 GMC C1500 SWB 6.2 Diesel/700R4/3.42 "Grandpa's odd duck" 70 GMC C1500 LWB My first truck: shaved, bagged, and more: the lowrollin70gmc 68 K20 Suburban 12V Cummins/NV5600/NP205/D60/11.5AAM 3.73s "Dakota Cadillac" 63 Chevy II Nova Coupe 250 I6/T56/4.56s "Economy car" 53 Willys Wagon 350/NV4500/BW4401/HP D44/9inch “Winter Wagon” 30 Model A 16 Focus ST



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04-22-2008, 08:21 AM	#19
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: new family member It looks like a nice solid start. Your son should be happy; ya done good. BTW, around here, $750 would be considered a steal, simply because it runs. __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

05-28-2008, 03:58 AM	#20
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: new family member Put in a cheapo ebay 3 speed shifter. You won't run it through the gears very fast, but it works a lot better than the jimmied up 3 on the tree. Found the original upholstery under 2 recovers. Shined it up a bit and dropped it with a hot wrench. Yes I know half of you will say "way to keep it old school", and the other half will say it is not safe. To the first half, thanks, I like the old way on alot of things. I'm not much into billet stuff. For the other half of you, Thanks for keeping us in your prayers. I picked up some Clifford headers and manifold for it last week. Just need to get a new carb. Here are the before and after pictures. Attached Images

05-28-2008, 04:46 AM	#21
yenko427 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sweeny,Texas Posts: 96	Re: new family member Ok I see Texas Lic plates where did you find that one at? Most of the one I see around here have alot more rust then that. Great Find

05-28-2008, 04:54 AM	#22
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: new family member Looking great!! You should post your truck here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...na+trucks+shop I've got a little something special planned for the shop trucks/patina/rat rod trucks, and I'm trying to get a lot of pics in one spot! __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

05-28-2008, 05:50 AM	#24
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: new family member pretty cool 'ole truck. Where is your son stationed in Korea? Whats he do?

05-29-2008, 04:00 AM	#25
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: new family member He is in Osan and works on electronics for F-16s and some other aircraft. He has a new job over there, not sure what it all entails. Last edited by low'n slow; 05-29-2008 at 04:00 AM.

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