My Problem,, venting..... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

spudz · 09-15-2008, 02:56 PM

My problem isnt anything technical.....Its mental....I am a scaterbrain!!! I love cars and trucks so much that I am compulsive.......the trill of the hunt is so fun I cant seem to actually complete one of my trucks!... and I got a bunch!.... My 96 z71 I need to go thew the trans again, my 89 2500 has a bad motor, my 84 shortbed needs a bumper to bumper once over, my mud truck is just a couple of chassis, motors, transfer case, and sheetmetal...basicly a pile of parts....my 82 shorty is still unfinished.....my 84 long bed 4x4 I sold the 6.2 out of... I still havent put the new motor in....The only damn truck I got that I can drive is my 04 z71...... And you know what....Every spare second I get I am pulling in someones drive asking if that old truck is for sale....as if I dont have enough...... I need help......really....everyone tells me...just sell all the ones you dont want....problem is....I want em all..... Guess I just need to stop buying and start fixing....But when I hunt for a part I need, I always end up getting another project out of the deall...I tell myself that I will just use it for parts.....ha...if I realy meant that........lol.. Dont really have a point to this post...mods can delete it if they wish.....just wanted to vent as I really do have a problem lol....

**old Rusty C10** · 09-15-2008, 02:59 PM

well im not going to delete the thread im going to move it to general discussion.... id have the same disease but my wife would beat me with a frying pan if i did lol

**N2TRUX** · 09-15-2008, 03:06 PM

It's called automotive A.D.D. and it's quite common. Try to minimize the amount of projects you have. When you get bored with one, "focus" on another rather than "buying" another.

cdowns · 09-15-2008, 03:34 PM

i discovered that by having one project and working on that instead of having 5-10 projects with pipedreams that i got alot more done on the one

67ChevyRedneck · 09-15-2008, 04:39 PM

I have/had one project truck. I finished it. I drive it. It's more fun that way

But, I'm "dumb" enough to tear it back apart and put a fleet bed on it

larry may · 09-15-2008, 06:21 PM

I used to be like that for tools and firearms. Hard to stop until well there is no cure just gotta stop being compulsive. Unless ya have a plan to be like the boards Mr. Hanney (Green Acers)Teeitup Randy from the Mid west. Sell them parts. Use them dollars to finish the ones ya really need.

Sillyoldman · 09-15-2008, 11:35 PM

Hello my name is Silly, and Im a scatter brain too. I have a garage full on new parts, two vehicle in piles and still looking to drag something else home too.

Hoods69BadBowTie · 09-16-2008, 12:16 AM

Oh yea I know exactly what you mean I have the same problem I just find good deals and can't pass them up I just don't have all the room I need!

**LockDoc** · 09-16-2008, 07:31 AM

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I know the feeling... I just bought another one yesterday. I have finished a few but I have three projects in the works now.

It's more widespread than you think.

LockDoc

68C15 · 09-16-2008, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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I know the feeling... I just bought another one yesterday. I have finished a few but I have three projects in the works now.

It's more widespread than you think.

LockDoc

Leon's prblem is escalated due to him living 1/2 mile away from a junk yard.

I have the same problem but my truck acqusition is limited by budget and lack of space. I do have problem with other things though. I start remodeling a room in the house and get sidetracked by something else. I still have to finish the front entry. its only been 3 years.

the way I see it is you dont die until you are finished.

JayG · 09-16-2008, 08:41 AM

A lot of us have it! Finally got my diagnosis, " motor head with ADHD". The new medicine is helping. Haven't bought anything (vehicle) in a couple of years and am actually working on the stuff I already own! If I live along enough, I'll get something finished. I always GREATLY admire the guys who can get a vehicle, or anything for that matter, actually finished.

fastwillie 696969 · 09-16-2008, 12:38 PM

i been josing for a new project but medical bills just keep on piling up
so i guess i got the monkey off my back

selling my truck this weekend =sad

caminokid · 09-16-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

It's called automotive A.D.D. and it's quite common. Try to minimize the amount of projects you have. When you get bored with one, "focus" on another rather than "buying" another.

Thats what its called! I have been doing this for years. Got a driveway full now. At one point and time I had 22 cars and trucks.

spudz · 09-16-2008, 09:30 PM

Well....I got another one....BUT to my defense.....they spotted mine and knocked on my door...I said no but they insisted...I told them I had no money.....they said thats fine I just need it gone...give me $500..... Couldnt help it...rust free....350/400th... 4in superlift..........uhhhhhhh ugly terrible green paint should be gone within the month....should be an easy truck.. Plan is to flip this one... its actually too complete and solid for me to love it.. I don;t like em unless its 60% complete and full of rust...

09-15-2008, 02:56 PM	#1
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	My Problem,, venting..... My problem isnt anything technical.....Its mental....I am a scaterbrain!!! I love cars and trucks so much that I am compulsive.......the trill of the hunt is so fun I cant seem to actually complete one of my trucks!... and I got a bunch!.... My 96 z71 I need to go thew the trans again, my 89 2500 has a bad motor, my 84 shortbed needs a bumper to bumper once over, my mud truck is just a couple of chassis, motors, transfer case, and sheetmetal...basicly a pile of parts....my 82 shorty is still unfinished.....my 84 long bed 4x4 I sold the 6.2 out of... I still havent put the new motor in....The only damn truck I got that I can drive is my 04 z71...... And you know what....Every spare second I get I am pulling in someones drive asking if that old truck is for sale....as if I dont have enough...... I need help......really....everyone tells me...just sell all the ones you dont want....problem is....I want em all..... Guess I just need to stop buying and start fixing....But when I hunt for a part I need, I always end up getting another project out of the deall...I tell myself that I will just use it for parts.....ha...if I realy meant that........lol.. Dont really have a point to this post...mods can delete it if they wish.....just wanted to vent as I really do have a problem lol.... __________________ 2004 z71, 96 z71 on 38s, 88 Chevy k5 blazer, 4in lift. 84 swb project, 82 SWB project , 84 chevy 4x4 lwb project, 88 Jimmy beater/highschool ride. 79 c30. 99 tahoe 4x4 project. and a bunch of parts trucks..

09-15-2008, 02:59 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: My Problem,, venting..... well im not going to delete the thread im going to move it to general discussion.... id have the same disease but my wife would beat me with a frying pan if i did lol __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

09-15-2008, 03:06 PM	#3
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: My Problem,, venting..... It's called automotive A.D.D. and it's quite common. Try to minimize the amount of projects you have. When you get bored with one, "focus" on another rather than "buying" another. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-15-2008, 03:34 PM	#4
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: My Problem,, venting..... i discovered that by having one project and working on that instead of having 5-10 projects with pipedreams that i got alot more done on the one __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-15-2008, 04:39 PM	#5
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: My Problem,, venting..... I have/had one project truck. I finished it. I drive it. It's more fun that way But, I'm "dumb" enough to tear it back apart and put a fleet bed on it __________________ 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!

09-15-2008, 06:21 PM	#6
larry may Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: MISSOURI Posts: 3,256	Re: My Problem,, venting..... I used to be like that for tools and firearms. Hard to stop until well there is no cure just gotta stop being compulsive. Unless ya have a plan to be like the boards Mr. Hanney (Green Acers)Teeitup Randy from the Mid west. Sell them parts. Use them dollars to finish the ones ya really need. __________________ The biggest problem people have, is other people Thou shalt be cool and not hassle Be a site supporter. The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool inclines to the left." Ecclesiastes 10:2

09-15-2008, 11:35 PM	#7
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: My Problem,, venting..... Hello my name is Silly, and Im a scatter brain too. I have a garage full on new parts, two vehicle in piles and still looking to drag something else home too. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

09-16-2008, 12:16 AM	#8
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: My Problem,, venting..... Oh yea I know exactly what you mean I have the same problem I just find good deals and can't pass them up I just don't have all the room I need! __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

09-16-2008, 07:31 AM	#9
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,773	Re: My Problem,, venting..... - I know the feeling... I just bought another one yesterday. I have finished a few but I have three projects in the works now. It's more widespread than you think. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 09-16-2008 at 07:32 AM.

09-16-2008, 08:41 AM	#11
JayG Formerly ADHDCARGUY Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DUNCANVILLE, TX Posts: 1,213	Re: My Problem,, venting..... A lot of us have it! Finally got my diagnosis, " motor head with ADHD". The new medicine is helping. Haven't bought anything (vehicle) in a couple of years and am actually working on the stuff I already own! If I live along enough, I'll get something finished. I always GREATLY admire the guys who can get a vehicle, or anything for that matter, actually finished. __________________ Jay 67CHEVY SWB,355, built 700r, 5/7,9",posi 3.50,REAR BAGS,HOOSIERS, A/C. 54CHEVY - BURB, beginning construction(well, i gotta take it apart first!) 36FORD PU - WAITING 38CHEVY - 2DR SD,CHASSIS FINISHED 46CHEVY - BURB - waiting

09-16-2008, 12:38 PM	#12
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: My Problem,, venting..... i been josing for a new project but medical bills just keep on piling up so i guess i got the monkey off my back selling my truck this weekend =sad __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

09-16-2008, 09:30 PM	#14
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: My Problem,, venting..... Well....I got another one....BUT to my defense.....they spotted mine and knocked on my door...I said no but they insisted...I told them I had no money.....they said thats fine I just need it gone...give me $500..... Couldnt help it...rust free....350/400th... 4in superlift..........uhhhhhhh ugly terrible green paint should be gone within the month....should be an easy truck.. Plan is to flip this one... its actually too complete and solid for me to love it.. I don;t like em unless its 60% complete and full of rust... __________________ 2004 z71, 96 z71 on 38s, 88 Chevy k5 blazer, 4in lift. 84 swb project, 82 SWB project , 84 chevy 4x4 lwb project, 88 Jimmy beater/highschool ride. 79 c30. 99 tahoe 4x4 project. and a bunch of parts trucks..



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