Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 02:01 PM

It seems that my wife believes the grass is greener somewhere else, so that has left me with alot more free time to work on my project and has given me a name for my project. This one should be a very nice driver when completed.

72 SWB 4x4
Vortec 383 roller motor
Beefed 700R4
NP205
Stock axles, 3:73's, eaton posi rear
4" Skjacker softride
Mostly rust free body parts out of Cali.

Let me know what you think so far !!!

Guess I'll have to work on the pic size some !!!

Bishops Trucks · 09-25-2007, 02:06 PM

Looks nice what you have done so far. It's hard for me to say that I'm sorry to hear about your marriage going sour (been there, done that) but sometimes it's for the best. Just keep working on the truck, It keeps your mind busy on other things.

68GMC454 · 09-25-2007, 02:24 PM

looks like a great way to get over the divorce..been there done that...good luck with the truck..

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 02:26 PM

Lets see if these look better ???

Bishops Trucks · 09-25-2007, 02:29 PM

I like it! I like the frame rig you have. I think I will need to do that when I get back to my project.

*FormerMember* · 09-25-2007, 02:34 PM

Looking better Gary... if it's Divorce relief for you, what is it for me?

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 02:38 PM

Yeh That works pretty slick, a buddy & I made that rotisserie up to paint the frames, we have 4 project going all at the same time.

ChevyDude · 09-25-2007, 02:39 PM

Awesome!!! Time heals all! Nothing like a great project though! Wishing you the best from Colorado!

Alex

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 02:46 PM

GRENDEL - John hopefully the projects will keep you buisy enough to keep out of trouble and divorce court. At least she knows were to find you.

ChaseDale3and8 · 09-25-2007, 02:49 PM

Sorry to hear about your divorce. The same thing happened to me about 9 years ago. Best thing that ever happened to me! Id much rather keep my "mistress" anyway. At least you know she's not going anywhere unless you sell her!

That rotisserie setup that you have looks pretty slick. I need to make one of those myself for they day that I strip my old gal down to the framerails. I will be watching this build! I can't wait to see this one come together as I'm a 4x4 nut myself, and I absolutely love the 67-72 shortbeds! ...Joe

*FormerMember* · 09-25-2007, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChaseDale3and8

Sorry to hear about your divorce. The same thing happened to me about 9 years ago. Best thing that ever happened to me! Id much rather keep my "mistress" anyway. At least you know she's not going anywhere unless you sell her!

That rotisserie setup that you have looks pretty slick. I need to make one of those myself for they day that I strip my old gal down to the framerails. I will be watching this build! I can't wait to see this one come together as I'm a 4x4 nut myself, and I absolutely love the 67-72 shortbeds! ...Joe

The rotisserie really was pretty easy. I originally wanted to use engine stands, but Gary came up with the parts, so I welded them together.

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 03:00 PM

I'm a 4x4 nut myself, the only time I buy a 2wd is for the body parts to put on a 4x4.

The rotisserie was made up of scap pieces laying around, and it's ajustable for different frames, bolts right up were the springs go.

ChaseDale3and8 · 09-25-2007, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CUSTOM/10

I'm a 4x4 nut myself, the only time a buy a 2wd is for the body parts to put on a 4x4.

The rotisserie was made up of scap pieces laying around, and it's ajustable for different frames, bolts right up were the springs go.

Yeah I noticed that! I think that is a pretty slick way to do it! ...Joe

Frizzle Fry · 09-25-2007, 04:53 PM

on the divorce. Why do you think I turned a Burb into a Tahoe in 3 weeks and have been going non-stop ever since

Best thing that ever happened to me.

ColoradoK5 · 09-25-2007, 04:53 PM

2 bad about the "old lady". I think you will be pleanty busy with this nice project! Do you have any before pics?

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 05:19 PM

No real before pic's I stipped it down and started collecting everything I needed to put it back together.

**jaros44sr** · 09-25-2007, 05:24 PM

Nice work so far, I'll keep watching as I too like the looks of the 4X4 short beds, looked alot of years for one, but ended up with a Jimmy

Are your tow hooks correct? Mine face the other way and I used the forward upper holes, don't know I don't have a bumper on it yet???? J.

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 05:27 PM

Not sure witch way they go. I just put them on there for the Picture. A little

msgross · 09-25-2007, 05:41 PM

nice project, sorry to hear about the marriage... Goodluck

1969k10stepside · 09-25-2007, 06:20 PM

Nice project.I love SWB 4wds..since I own 2 of them myself.Those tow hooks are backwards,well for 69-72s they are.The 67-68 hooks were mounted that way originally though..
Sorry about the marriage.

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 06:53 PM

Thanks for all the comments !!! I'll get the tow hooks figured out when the time comes, long way to go !!! The divorce thing was a big surprize, but it realy started about 2-1/2 yrs ago when my wife was in a car accident and suffered head injuries. Some of you may remember a post I did back then Titled: "Prayers Needed" She recovered to about 85% but she was a different person and has a different outlook on life than the person I married. After 23 yrs and all we went through I never expected it. OH WELL life goes on. This project and Johns projects have kept me busy and real has helped keep me sane. ( At least I think I'm sane )

Gary

**jaros44sr** · 09-25-2007, 07:12 PM

Custom/10 how can you get anything done is such a messy unorganized shop?

Funny how life can throw a fastball at you like that, one day normal turn around and not so normal, sorry to hear about it and wish I could do something to help you out, just isn't fair... well good luck to you in the future, I am truly sorry for your current stuation J.

**CUSTOM/10** · 09-25-2007, 07:27 PM

Believe me it dosen't usually look that good !!!

manimal · 09-26-2007, 09:35 AM

Sorry to hear about the divorce. Been there done that while I was buildind my 1965 Mustang,but the ex-wifey got the mustang and I had to finish it for her! So, glad to see that you get to keep your project!
-Lance

*FormerMember* · 09-26-2007, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manimal

Sorry to hear about the divorce. Been there done that while I was buildind my 1965 Mustang,but the ex-wifey got the mustang and I had to finish it for her! So, glad to see that you get to keep your project!
-Lance

Well, right now it's my project. There is no way the future ex-Mrs. can touch this.

09-25-2007, 02:01 PM	#1
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) It seems that my wife believes the grass is greener somewhere else, so that has left me with alot more free time to work on my project and has given me a name for my project. This one should be a very nice driver when completed. 72 SWB 4x4 Vortec 383 roller motor Beefed 700R4 NP205 Stock axles, 3:73's, eaton posi rear 4" Skjacker softride Mostly rust free body parts out of Cali. Let me know what you think so far !!! Guess I'll have to work on the pic size some !!! Attached Images __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859 Last edited by CUSTOM/10; 10-18-2013 at 10:33 AM.

09-25-2007, 02:06 PM	#2
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Looks nice what you have done so far. It's hard for me to say that I'm sorry to hear about your marriage going sour (been there, done that) but sometimes it's for the best. Just keep working on the truck, It keeps your mind busy on other things. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

09-25-2007, 02:24 PM	#3
68GMC454 THE VILLIAGE IDIOT Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tooele, Utah Posts: 1,405	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) looks like a great way to get over the divorce..been there done that...good luck with the truck.. __________________ honestly honey,,i have no idea how that truck got here.

09-25-2007, 02:26 PM	#4
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Lets see if these look better ??? Attached Images __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859 Last edited by CUSTOM/10; 09-25-2007 at 10:27 PM.

09-25-2007, 02:29 PM	#5
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) I like it! I like the frame rig you have. I think I will need to do that when I get back to my project. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

09-25-2007, 02:34 PM	#6
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Looking better Gary... if it's Divorce relief for you, what is it for me?

09-25-2007, 02:38 PM	#7
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Yeh That works pretty slick, a buddy & I made that rotisserie up to paint the frames, we have 4 project going all at the same time. __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-25-2007, 02:39 PM	#8
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Awesome!!! Time heals all! Nothing like a great project though! Wishing you the best from Colorado! Alex __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

09-25-2007, 02:46 PM	#9
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) GRENDEL - John hopefully the projects will keep you buisy enough to keep out of trouble and divorce court. At least she knows were to find you. __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-25-2007, 02:49 PM	#10
ChaseDale3and8 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield Mo. Posts: 1,086	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Sorry to hear about your divorce. The same thing happened to me about 9 years ago. Best thing that ever happened to me! Id much rather keep my "mistress" anyway. At least you know she's not going anywhere unless you sell her! That rotisserie setup that you have looks pretty slick. I need to make one of those myself for they day that I strip my old gal down to the framerails. I will be watching this build! I can't wait to see this one come together as I'm a 4x4 nut myself, and I absolutely love the 67-72 shortbeds! ...Joe __________________ I'm not speedin'! I'm qualifyin'!

09-25-2007, 03:00 PM	#12
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) I'm a 4x4 nut myself, the only time I buy a 2wd is for the body parts to put on a 4x4. The rotisserie was made up of scap pieces laying around, and it's ajustable for different frames, bolts right up were the springs go. __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859 Last edited by CUSTOM/10; 09-25-2007 at 07:49 PM.

09-25-2007, 04:53 PM	#14
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) on the divorce. Why do you think I turned a Burb into a Tahoe in 3 weeks and have been going non-stop ever since Best thing that ever happened to me.

09-25-2007, 04:53 PM	#15
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) 2 bad about the "old lady". I think you will be pleanty busy with this nice project! Do you have any before pics?

09-25-2007, 05:19 PM	#16
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) No real before pic's I stipped it down and started collecting everything I needed to put it back together. __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-25-2007, 05:24 PM	#17
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,706	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Nice work so far, I'll keep watching as I too like the looks of the 4X4 short beds, looked alot of years for one, but ended up with a Jimmy Are your tow hooks correct? Mine face the other way and I used the forward upper holes, don't know I don't have a bumper on it yet???? J. __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim



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09-25-2007, 05:27 PM	#18
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Not sure witch way they go. I just put them on there for the Picture. A little __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-25-2007, 05:41 PM	#19
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) nice project, sorry to hear about the marriage... Goodluck __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

09-25-2007, 06:20 PM	#20
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Nice project.I love SWB 4wds..since I own 2 of them myself.Those tow hooks are backwards,well for 69-72s they are.The 67-68 hooks were mounted that way originally though.. Sorry about the marriage. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 09-25-2007 at 06:21 PM.

09-25-2007, 06:53 PM	#21
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Thanks for all the comments !!! I'll get the tow hooks figured out when the time comes, long way to go !!! The divorce thing was a big surprize, but it realy started about 2-1/2 yrs ago when my wife was in a car accident and suffered head injuries. Some of you may remember a post I did back then Titled: "Prayers Needed" She recovered to about 85% but she was a different person and has a different outlook on life than the person I married. After 23 yrs and all we went through I never expected it. OH WELL life goes on. This project and Johns projects have kept me busy and real has helped keep me sane. ( At least I think I'm sane ) Gary __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-25-2007, 07:12 PM	#22
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,706	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Custom/10 how can you get anything done is such a messy unorganized shop? Funny how life can throw a fastball at you like that, one day normal turn around and not so normal, sorry to hear about it and wish I could do something to help you out, just isn't fair... well good luck to you in the future, I am truly sorry for your current stuation J. __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

09-25-2007, 07:27 PM	#23
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,836	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Believe me it dosen't usually look that good !!! __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

09-26-2007, 09:35 AM	#24
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: Project; Divorce Therapy ( 72 SWB 4x4 ) Sorry to hear about the divorce. Been there done that while I was buildind my 1965 Mustang,but the ex-wifey got the mustang and I had to finish it for her! So, glad to see that you get to keep your project! -Lance __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

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