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CG · 01-31-2009, 07:06 PM

I stopped at a gas station today and this truck was filling up. I went over to chat with him...I believe he said his name was Ray. He purchased it brand new. Its never been garaged. He drives it every day. He washes it, or at least rinses off every day. Its had one repaint. The damage to the front sounds like it was recent but he plans on getting it fixed soon. The rocker is showing signs of rust, but he is going to wait until its a little worse and have it replaced...hopefully on a weekend, because he uses it every day. Not the original engine, but the trans is...His secret to long life in an auto trans? Dont change the fluid, ever. He told me his truck has over 800,000 miles on it. I said 800,000 really? Yep...I drive it every day.

I asked him if he ever goes online...On what? With your computer do you ever go online? No, we dont have a computer.

Seemed like a pretty decent fella. He told me he also has a 65 Buick he purchased brand new. Also has a 54 Corvette. If he really does have them I bet they are really nice, because he has his pick up he drives every day.

bw4sale · 01-31-2009, 07:08 PM

Nice truck and a very cool story. Thanks for sharing.

pumpgas · 01-31-2009, 07:11 PM

That is cool to hear stories like those once in awhile. I wish I lived somewhere I could drive these trucks all year round with out risk of rusting out.

72armyswbtruck · 01-31-2009, 07:16 PM

Cool everyday Ray

sjarrett71 · 01-31-2009, 07:33 PM

Super sweet

**El Jay** · 01-31-2009, 07:40 PM

Sweet truck, great tale.
Thanks for putting that up.

**Stocker** · 01-31-2009, 09:14 PM

Nice! But now I want to see pics of his other two vehicles....

Kayotic · 01-31-2009, 10:49 PM

I like Ray.

Indyuke · 01-31-2009, 10:52 PM

I've seen him driving that truck around every once in a while in marysville and lake stevens. He probably thinks I'm a crazy feller to be staring like I do every time I pass him.

**Boog** · 01-31-2009, 11:03 PM

Well when you find a good one and you like it there just isn't a good reason to replace it. Attaboy "I don't have a computer" Ray.

**1970cstblazer** · 01-31-2009, 11:11 PM

It is just broken in. Should be good for another 40 years and 800,000 miles.

67ChevyRedneck · 01-31-2009, 11:20 PM

Very very cool! Good for him! It's even got the cool pinstriping!

Sport/Truck · 01-31-2009, 11:48 PM

Did you have to explain that was a cell phone and you were going to take a picture of his truck?

Ray sounds cool

s/t

thirdstreettito · 01-31-2009, 11:51 PM

Cool story! 800K? One one batch of fluid? He must have put something REALLY good in when he bought it.

Chevymann1968 · 01-31-2009, 11:56 PM

thats awsome!!!

big_al_71 · 01-31-2009, 11:59 PM

I know my self and I know I cant ever own something for that long....

thks for sharing.

**clay68c10** · 02-01-2009, 12:28 AM

Beyond cool.
I bet Ray would be a very interesting fella to talk to for a while.

*Puropedo* · 02-01-2009, 02:21 AM

I like the upper molding pinstriping,, I wonder if its factory, and if it is, maybe
GM decided afterwards to actually made a real upper molding for the71-72's

stllookn · 02-01-2009, 03:02 AM

Just too cool! Not sure how he managed to keep it that nice in this country. Ray must have some time on his hands!

sameyrasmea72 · 02-01-2009, 03:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puropedo

I like the upper molding pinstriping,, I wonder if its factory, and if it is, maybe
GM decided afterwards to actually made a real upper molding for the71-72's

They had that paint stripe in 72 too.

**oldiron** · 02-01-2009, 03:38 AM

I see that truck almost daily on my way to work. Always looks fresh.

68,69 K20 · 02-01-2009, 08:35 AM

Very cool....That many miles and it still looks that good...Thumbs up Ray!

**70cst** · 02-01-2009, 08:46 AM

Now you know why they say trucks are built like a rock!

C20-67_N_MO · 02-01-2009, 08:52 AM

WOW!

I don't give my daily driver a bath that often.

Great story thanks for sharing!

Longhorn Man · 02-01-2009, 11:16 AM

That is impressive, to say the least. I love seeing stories like this. My longhorn is the only vehicle I've hever had for more than 5 years, and I'm only going on 7 years.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puropedo

I like the upper molding pinstriping,, I wonder if its factory, and if it is, maybe
GM decided afterwards to actually made a real upper molding for the71-72's

that isn't the factory style pinstripe. IT was offered though.
The upper trim was introdusced in 69.

01-31-2009, 07:06 PM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,019	Every day Ray I stopped at a gas station today and this truck was filling up. I went over to chat with him...I believe he said his name was Ray. He purchased it brand new. Its never been garaged. He drives it every day. He washes it, or at least rinses off every day. Its had one repaint. The damage to the front sounds like it was recent but he plans on getting it fixed soon. The rocker is showing signs of rust, but he is going to wait until its a little worse and have it replaced...hopefully on a weekend, because he uses it every day. Not the original engine, but the trans is...His secret to long life in an auto trans? Dont change the fluid, ever. He told me his truck has over 800,000 miles on it. I said 800,000 really? Yep...I drive it every day. I asked him if he ever goes online...On what? With your computer do you ever go online? No, we dont have a computer. Seemed like a pretty decent fella. He told me he also has a 65 Buick he purchased brand new. Also has a 54 Corvette. If he really does have them I bet they are really nice, because he has his pick up he drives every day. Attached Images __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

01-31-2009, 07:08 PM	#2
bw4sale Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hendersonville, TN Posts: 1,528	Re: Every day Ray Nice truck and a very cool story. Thanks for sharing. __________________ BRENT -'68 Stepside Project -'98 Z71 Daily Driver -Enough extra parts to build another truck and a half

01-31-2009, 07:11 PM	#3
pumpgas Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: indiana Posts: 304	Re: Every day Ray That is cool to hear stories like those once in awhile. I wish I lived somewhere I could drive these trucks all year round with out risk of rusting out. __________________ 00' Z28 ("wifes" car) 92' Mustang w/sbc everything needs a little heart beat 87' GMC Sierra Classic Short Bed Fleet side almost stock 69' Chevy short step carbed 6.0 w/400th trans. Completed w/325 miles on it

01-31-2009, 07:16 PM	#4
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: Every day Ray Cool everyday Ray __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

01-31-2009, 07:33 PM	#5
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: Every day Ray Super sweet

01-31-2009, 07:40 PM	#6
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: Every day Ray Sweet truck, great tale. Thanks for putting that up. __________________ '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

01-31-2009, 09:14 PM	#7
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,722	Re: Every day Ray Nice! But now I want to see pics of his other two vehicles.... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

01-31-2009, 10:49 PM	#8
Kayotic Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 300	Re: Every day Ray I like Ray. __________________ Atlanta Craigslist Hurst Indy Pickup Truck 3-Speed Shifter - 5010016

01-31-2009, 10:52 PM	#9
Indyuke Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 623	Re: Every day Ray I've seen him driving that truck around every once in a while in marysville and lake stevens. He probably thinks I'm a crazy feller to be staring like I do every time I pass him.

01-31-2009, 11:03 PM	#10
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: Every day Ray Well when you find a good one and you like it there just isn't a good reason to replace it. Attaboy "I don't have a computer" Ray. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

01-31-2009, 11:11 PM	#11
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,827	Re: Every day Ray It is just broken in. Should be good for another 40 years and 800,000 miles. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

01-31-2009, 11:20 PM	#12
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Every day Ray Very very cool! Good for him! It's even got the cool pinstriping! __________________ 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!

01-31-2009, 11:48 PM	#13
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	Re: Every day Ray Did you have to explain that was a cell phone and you were going to take a picture of his truck? Ray sounds cool s/t __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

01-31-2009, 11:51 PM	#14
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Every day Ray Cool story! 800K? One one batch of fluid? He must have put something REALLY good in when he bought it. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

01-31-2009, 11:56 PM	#15
Chevymann1968 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Houma LA Posts: 193	Re: Every day Ray thats awsome!!! __________________ 1968 GMC Rebuilding Stage 2001 Camaro SS SOLD



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01-31-2009, 11:59 PM	#16
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Every day Ray I know my self and I know I cant ever own something for that long.... thks for sharing. __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

02-01-2009, 12:28 AM	#17
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,990	Re: Every day Ray Beyond cool. I bet Ray would be a very interesting fella to talk to for a while. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

02-01-2009, 02:21 AM	#18
Puropedo Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Prunedale California Posts: 782	Re: Every day Ray I like the upper molding pinstriping,, I wonder if its factory, and if it is, maybe GM decided afterwards to actually made a real upper molding for the71-72's

02-01-2009, 03:02 AM	#19
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Every day Ray Just too cool! Not sure how he managed to keep it that nice in this country. Ray must have some time on his hands! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

02-01-2009, 03:38 AM	#21
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Re: Every day Ray I see that truck almost daily on my way to work. Always looks fresh. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

02-01-2009, 08:35 AM	#22
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: Every day Ray Very cool....That many miles and it still looks that good...Thumbs up Ray! __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

02-01-2009, 08:46 AM	#23
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Every day Ray Now you know why they say trucks are built like a rock! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

02-01-2009, 08:52 AM	#24
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Every day Ray WOW! I don't give my daily driver a bath that often. Great story thanks for sharing! __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

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