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mlarky · 12-25-2002, 02:22 AM

Hi Y'all,
I'm the new kid on the block. Hope I can come in here for advice and info.
I was GIVEN a 1972 Chevy 4X4. I got it for doing the restoration, paint and bodywork on a 78 Balzer for a friend. I got the truck and the motor ( 350) from the Blazer, for my efforts. The TH350, transfer case, both axles ( Dana ) , the brakes are already rebuilt. I got an extra cab( as the one on the truck is in so-so shape with dents and door sill rust), doors glass, new in the box weather striping and cab gaskets, and a custom built flatbed using diamond plate ( which I plan to sell or trade for a good condition short bed), it also has Power steering, power disc brakes, and factory A/C, new springs.
I think of it as a half-done jigsaw puzzle. I just need to paint it, ( soon as I decide on a color), put in the engine, etc. So naturally I am in search of info on the truck, and a message board just like this one. I plan to finish it and put it on the market. That's how I am getting paid for my work on the 78 Blazer I did. I won't agree to this kind of trade-out again...my garage is full of parts, mydriveway looks like a auto lot and I have the neighborhood association on my case now. From now on I only work on my own vehicles or famliy. But I digress... I look forward to learning and sharing info with y'all.
Michael and his free 72 SB 4X4

71k5 · 12-25-2002, 12:15 PM

Welcome!

amstaff · 12-25-2002, 12:33 PM

Hello from PA. Lets see some pics!
Merry Christmas!

busterwivell · 12-25-2002, 12:33 PM

Welcome from AZ! Keep plugging away, you'll make it a nice truck. Problem is, you'll fall in love with it and keep it!

71MoneyPit · 12-25-2002, 12:34 PM

welcome from southern oregon!

Cheesewagon · 12-25-2002, 12:56 PM

Hey a big welcome from Northern Ohio. I myself like the trading for parts or services done.

71402BB · 12-25-2002, 12:57 PM

Welcome from snowy Northern NH

*67/72junkie* · 12-25-2002, 01:26 PM

Free?Painting and restoring a truck is a job if done properly.Although for a truck junkie such as myself it is a labor of love.Good luck with your truck but beware,driving And working on these trucks is addictive!

**ThreeQuarter** · 12-25-2002, 03:31 PM

Welcome from "just up the road a ways."

Sounds like you've got a good project. And you've found the best resource for working on these trucks.

Ben

**old Rusty C10** · 12-25-2002, 03:34 PM

hi and welcome pull up a chair and start posting!

weasel29gm · 12-25-2002, 05:14 PM

Welcome from good ole' WVA, as the sayin' goes " If its free its for me'' Have fun and enjoy the ride!!!!!!

**Tim Christian** · 12-25-2002, 05:22 PM

A Big Tennessee Howdy-Do!!!!!!!!!!

Gordo · 12-25-2002, 05:45 PM

Welcome from Connecticut!

Bill72BB · 12-25-2002, 08:36 PM

WELCOME FROM SO CAL

*rayville body* · 12-25-2002, 09:08 PM

welcome from Louisiana

JHickson6 · 12-25-2002, 09:24 PM

welcome, it's addictive!!!!

Rod · 12-26-2002, 10:05 PM

Welcome

12-25-2002, 02:22 AM	#1
mlarky Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: San Antonio , Texas Posts: 4	New kid on the block... Hi Y'all, I'm the new kid on the block. Hope I can come in here for advice and info. I was GIVEN a 1972 Chevy 4X4. I got it for doing the restoration, paint and bodywork on a 78 Balzer for a friend. I got the truck and the motor ( 350) from the Blazer, for my efforts. The TH350, transfer case, both axles ( Dana ) , the brakes are already rebuilt. I got an extra cab( as the one on the truck is in so-so shape with dents and door sill rust), doors glass, new in the box weather striping and cab gaskets, and a custom built flatbed using diamond plate ( which I plan to sell or trade for a good condition short bed), it also has Power steering, power disc brakes, and factory A/C, new springs. I think of it as a half-done jigsaw puzzle. I just need to paint it, ( soon as I decide on a color), put in the engine, etc. So naturally I am in search of info on the truck, and a message board just like this one. I plan to finish it and put it on the market. That's how I am getting paid for my work on the 78 Blazer I did. I won't agree to this kind of trade-out again...my garage is full of parts, mydriveway looks like a auto lot and I have the neighborhood association on my case now. From now on I only work on my own vehicles or famliy. But I digress... I look forward to learning and sharing info with y'all. Michael and his free 72 SB 4X4

12-25-2002, 12:33 PM	#4
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	Welcome from AZ! Keep plugging away, you'll make it a nice truck. Problem is, you'll fall in love with it and keep it! __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

12-25-2002, 12:34 PM	#5
71MoneyPit MPG...hmm..more like GPM Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Medford, Oregon Posts: 339	welcome from southern oregon! __________________ (Looking for 67-72 shortwide or shortstep bed) 71 C-10, 500ci of tire shredding Caddy torque, th400, 12 bolt w/Powertrax Lock-Right. Bald Rear Tires 85 Toyota 4x4- 22r 4-banger, 5 speed, I can actually AFFORD to drive this one.

12-25-2002, 12:56 PM	#6
Cheesewagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Perrysburg, Ohio, USA Posts: 409	Hey a big welcome from Northern Ohio. I myself like the trading for parts or services done. __________________ '91 suburban 350 TBI - R 700 4 new daily driver '72 Cheyenne Super 49,000miles 350/350 frame up resto w/ matching numbers.

12-25-2002, 12:57 PM	#7
71402BB now thats a true COON DOG Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Franconia, NH Posts: 1,977	Welcome from snowy Northern NH __________________ current project 67 402BB stout th350 3.08's with a locker. Plan on tubs 18.5's out back! (thanks Burnsman!) 71 SWB Stepside, was a 250, now is a 402 Big Block with 4 speed and 3.73's ( was crushed by a tree, bed sold, motor pulled) was my first truck!... oh well... 72 LWB 4x4 350 4-speed 3.08's posi wearing army olive drab green (SOLD!) 68 BURB 50TH LOOKALIKE work in progress, soon to have 250-I6 with a 3-speed on the tree 4.11's and posi ( currently sitting in back yard tarped awaiting time, $$$, and lots of love!) 67 1 TON- work truck 396 sm 420 4-speed, flat bed 4.57 gears "big red" (my first landscape truck, very rusty and crusty! but still gets the job done when needed!)

12-25-2002, 12:15 PM	#2
71k5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Manchester, PA Posts: 138	Welcome!

12-25-2002, 12:33 PM	#3
amstaff Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: State College, PA Posts: 178	Hello from PA. Lets see some pics! Merry Christmas!

12-25-2002, 01:26 PM	#8
67/72junkie Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: NC Posts: 1,129	Free Free?Painting and restoring a truck is a job if done properly.Although for a truck junkie such as myself it is a labor of love.Good luck with your truck but beware,driving And working on these trucks is addictive!

12-25-2002, 03:31 PM	#9
ThreeQuarter Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Texan in Iowa Posts: 2,522	Welcome from "just up the road a ways." Sounds like you've got a good project. And you've found the best resource for working on these trucks. Ben __________________ Ben '68 Chevy C10 Custom LWB 327/TH400 2nd owner '16 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Dblcab 4wd 5.3

12-25-2002, 03:34 PM	#10
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,293	hi and welcome pull up a chair and start posting! __________________ 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!!

12-25-2002, 05:14 PM	#11
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,093	Welcome from good ole' WVA, as the sayin' goes " If its free its for me'' Have fun and enjoy the ride!!!!!! __________________ 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.......

12-25-2002, 05:22 PM	#12
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	A Big Tennessee Howdy-Do!!!!!!!!!!

12-25-2002, 05:45 PM	#13
Gordo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Killingworth, CT. USA Posts: 3,378	Welcome from Connecticut! __________________ 1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi (retired as of 4/22/03) 1998 S10 short bed 2002 S10 Blazer 1942 Oldsmobile 1958 Massey Harris Pony 1951 Wife Killingworth, Connecticut May those who love us, love us, any of those who do not love us, may God turn their hearts. And if God is unable to turn their hearts, may he turn their ankles so we may know them by their limping. A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist.

12-25-2002, 08:36 PM	#14
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	WELCOME FROM SO CAL __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

12-25-2002, 09:08 PM	#15
rayville body Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: rayville,LA Posts: 226	welcome from Louisiana



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12-25-2002, 09:24 PM	#16
JHickson6 I Love This Stuff! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 739	welcome, it's addictive!!!! __________________ My Rides 1967 C10 In Pieces for now 1985 Ford B700 SourPuss Bus - BIG BLUE 2003 Silverado CITY WORKER YELLOW!!

12-26-2002, 10:05 PM	#17
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	Welcome __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

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