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subtle71 · 10-04-2009, 12:35 AM

She's a beauty! If you ever have to replace the insert material for your seat, I have only found one place that carries any of that pattern (SMS Auto Fabrics out of Oregon). I can relate a bit to your truck. I inheritted my grandfather's 71 and paid for a replacement title just so the state would not shred/destroy the original one from March of 1971 when he bought it. My jaw dropped wide open when I saw the file of paperwork he kept on the truck. No window sticker or protecto-plate, but sales invoice and everything else.

As for the rain, these are real trucks and can take it!

SCOTI · 10-04-2009, 09:26 AM

Very nice truck. What are the plans?

**Palf70Step** · 10-04-2009, 10:12 AM

Beautiful truck!

big_al_71 · 10-04-2009, 01:16 PM

Nice original truck.....sooooo????
are you gonna make it a SWB?
c-notch it?
Cut the Dash?
lay it on 22's?

j/k

**SOON2BLAZE** · 10-04-2009, 02:08 PM

may I please borrow your time machine?

killer71 · 10-04-2009, 02:21 PM

what's the plan now?

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 10-04-2009, 02:46 PM

Very nice for sure..

SkullCandy · 10-04-2009, 02:46 PM

Very nice truck!

Zoomin · 10-04-2009, 04:20 PM

Pop the hood on that rascal and show us the engine compartment! That will be terrific for future reference.

What are your plans for it.

And I would be remiss if I didn't mention those holes are probably for a CB mic clip.

*highperf4x4* · 10-04-2009, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoomin

And I would be remiss if I didn't mention those holes are probably for a CB mic clip.

CUSHE63 · 10-04-2009, 07:33 PM

Wish my truck looked like that!!!!

rscam · 10-04-2009, 08:22 PM

That is great!! What a truck. When I see an original it makes me rethink all of what I have done to mine. I LOVE the leather key pouch. I bet that is 37 y.o. also. I would do just what your doing. keep up the maintenance on it and park it back in the garage. Maybe a car show here and there or a parade. But thats all.

**Joesjunk** · 10-04-2009, 08:34 PM

Nice looking truck!! Was the lower trim added? It should have trim around the taillights and on the tailgate too if it had any side trim. I like the paint stripe too.

72BlckButy · 10-04-2009, 09:56 PM

That is one beautiful original truck... nice buy!

*Puropedo* · 10-05-2009, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Nice original truck.....sooooo????
are you gonna make it a SWB?
c-notch it?
Cut the Dash?
lay it on 22's?

j/k

You only live once, IMPO, he should go for it! It is just like having a virgin girl and trying to save her for the (next one)

jbristo67 · 10-05-2009, 03:03 AM

Yeah but its a long bed.

Just kidding Jason.................guys these pictures dont do this truck justice. It is way nicer in person

jbristo67 · 10-05-2009, 03:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Nice original truck.....sooooo????
are you gonna make it a SWB?
c-notch it?
Cut the Dash?
lay it on 22's?

j/k

They were actually talking about putting it on a swb frame at one point believe it or not. I couldnt believe it

sameyrasmea72 · 10-05-2009, 08:35 PM

Thanks for all the comments everybody!!!!!!! Here is the story on the truck. A friend of my dad told us of a truck he knew about, so we checked the lead out and could not believe the condition of the truck. We met the owner of the truck who was a 87 year recently widowed lady who said we needed to deal with her son about the truck, so we met him and found out that they would sell the truck.

Turns out that his dad bought the truck brand new in 72 and that they also bought a brand new 72 Grand-prix big block (she still has the car by the way and it is a nice car too). Anyway, the truck did not sit its whole life, infact; it was used lightly until he died a couple of years ago. Even after that they keep the truck in excellent running condition. The good thing (for me or the next owner) is that they put most of their miles on the Pontiac and rarely used the truck.

They lady said that the truck has never spent one night out of the garage and even better than that, her husband always kept the truck in the garage during the day and would even put it back in even if he just ran to the store or something.

So we bought the truck and drove it home 70 miles with an ice cold AC to boot. The truck has absolutely ZERO rust but did need some expected freshening up. I am sure some of you have noticed that the truck is a custom deluxe but has carpet. The original rubber mat was torn and worn some so we decided to replace it with new carpet. Also, as Joesjunk mentioned, we did add new Mark-k lower trim. My dad and I agreed the truck would look much better with the trim, but decided that the factory paint stripe was way to cool to cover up with upper trim.

The truck is super nice and would be nearly impossible to replace it, but we simply can’t keep it because we have to many toys and unfinished projects going on right now, so more that likely it will be on the trucks for sale board and on ebay before to long………….Jason

weasel29gm · 10-05-2009, 08:42 PM

Nice gem!!!!

sameyrasmea72 · 10-06-2009, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbristo67

Yeah but its a long bed.

Not everyone can find a nice SWB like you.

**Joesjunk** · 10-06-2009, 10:02 PM

Great story! It looks very good with the trim and paint stripe.

jbristo67 · 10-07-2009, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sameyrasmea72

Not everyone can find a nice SWB like you.

Sure they can all they need is a sawzall and a welder

frankdatank01 · 10-07-2009, 12:15 AM

Awesome Truck! And I finally know what those two holes drilled into my dash were for (Cleverly covered up by a Dale Earnhardt #3 magnet by the PO)

BAGNDRAGIT · 10-07-2009, 01:35 AM

NICE TRUCK!!!

i see you even have the rare handicapped plate option

j/k

10-04-2009, 12:35 AM	#26
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS She's a beauty! If you ever have to replace the insert material for your seat, I have only found one place that carries any of that pattern (SMS Auto Fabrics out of Oregon). I can relate a bit to your truck. I inheritted my grandfather's 71 and paid for a replacement title just so the state would not shred/destroy the original one from March of 1971 when he bought it. My jaw dropped wide open when I saw the file of paperwork he kept on the truck. No window sticker or protecto-plate, but sales invoice and everything else. As for the rain, these are real trucks and can take it! __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

10-04-2009, 09:26 AM	#27
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,960	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Very nice truck. What are the plans? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

10-04-2009, 10:12 AM	#28
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,842	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Beautiful truck! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-04-2009, 01:16 PM	#29
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Nice original truck.....sooooo???? are you gonna make it a SWB? c-notch it? Cut the Dash? lay it on 22's? j/k __________________ 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

10-04-2009, 02:08 PM	#30
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS may I please borrow your time machine?

10-04-2009, 02:21 PM	#31
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS what's the plan now? __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

10-04-2009, 02:46 PM	#32
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Very nice for sure.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

10-04-2009, 02:46 PM	#33
SkullCandy Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 81	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Very nice truck! __________________ 1990 Dodge Ram D250 Cummins

10-04-2009, 04:20 PM	#34
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Pop the hood on that rascal and show us the engine compartment! That will be terrific for future reference. What are your plans for it. And I would be remiss if I didn't mention those holes are probably for a CB mic clip.

10-04-2009, 07:33 PM	#36
CUSHE63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Wayne Indiana Posts: 252	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Wish my truck looked like that!!!!

10-04-2009, 08:22 PM	#37
rscam Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Monroe,Georgia Posts: 313	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS That is great!! What a truck. When I see an original it makes me rethink all of what I have done to mine. I LOVE the leather key pouch. I bet that is 37 y.o. also. I would do just what your doing. keep up the maintenance on it and park it back in the garage. Maybe a car show here and there or a parade. But thats all.

10-04-2009, 08:34 PM	#38
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,697	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Nice looking truck!! Was the lower trim added? It should have trim around the taillights and on the tailgate too if it had any side trim. I like the paint stripe too. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

10-04-2009, 09:56 PM	#39
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS That is one beautiful original truck... nice buy! __________________ -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)

10-05-2009, 03:03 AM	#41
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Yeah but its a long bed. Just kidding Jason.................guys these pictures dont do this truck justice. It is way nicer in person __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

10-05-2009, 08:35 PM	#43
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Thanks for all the comments everybody!!!!!!! Here is the story on the truck. A friend of my dad told us of a truck he knew about, so we checked the lead out and could not believe the condition of the truck. We met the owner of the truck who was a 87 year recently widowed lady who said we needed to deal with her son about the truck, so we met him and found out that they would sell the truck. Turns out that his dad bought the truck brand new in 72 and that they also bought a brand new 72 Grand-prix big block (she still has the car by the way and it is a nice car too). Anyway, the truck did not sit its whole life, infact; it was used lightly until he died a couple of years ago. Even after that they keep the truck in excellent running condition. The good thing (for me or the next owner) is that they put most of their miles on the Pontiac and rarely used the truck. They lady said that the truck has never spent one night out of the garage and even better than that, her husband always kept the truck in the garage during the day and would even put it back in even if he just ran to the store or something. So we bought the truck and drove it home 70 miles with an ice cold AC to boot. The truck has absolutely ZERO rust but did need some expected freshening up. I am sure some of you have noticed that the truck is a custom deluxe but has carpet. The original rubber mat was torn and worn some so we decided to replace it with new carpet. Also, as Joesjunk mentioned, we did add new Mark-k lower trim. My dad and I agreed the truck would look much better with the trim, but decided that the factory paint stripe was way to cool to cover up with upper trim. The truck is super nice and would be nearly impossible to replace it, but we simply can’t keep it because we have to many toys and unfinished projects going on right now, so more that likely it will be on the trucks for sale board and on ebay before to long………….Jason __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd



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10-05-2009, 08:42 PM	#44
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,093	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Nice gem!!!! __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

10-06-2009, 10:02 PM	#46
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,697	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Great story! It looks very good with the trim and paint stripe. __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

10-07-2009, 12:15 AM	#48
frankdatank01 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 95	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS Awesome Truck! And I finally know what those two holes drilled into my dash were for (Cleverly covered up by a Dale Earnhardt #3 magnet by the PO)

10-07-2009, 01:35 AM	#49
BAGNDRAGIT Just Not Low Enough! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 525	Re: Ever wonder…… PICS NICE TRUCK!!! i see you even have the rare handicapped plate option j/k __________________ NEED ELECTRICAL HELP? ASK ME! 67-72 Full Wiring Diagrams Lots Of Info, TAKE A LOOK 1967 Chevy C-10 Shortbox Bagged 327 4spd Previous: 1971 Chevy C-10 Short Sep I6 Auto (Traded) 1973 Chevy C-20 THE REDNECK BATTLE TRUCK 2001 Chevy Silverado 2Dr 5.3L Shortbox. R.I.P. 1969 Volkswagen Bug This is my first meeting, I have a horsepower problem.

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