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theyammieguy · 11-21-2008, 11:14 PM

Fingers crossed, my truck should hopefully sell tomorrow.

Im looking at buying one of these two trucks.
I'm having a tough time deciding

I like the looks of the fleetside better but it doesnt have the parts on the engine that Im looking for

on the other hand the stepper has a lot of new parts but it has a saginaw and Im not sure I want a standard transmission. I live in Houston and traffic is horrible.

Then again over time Id like to build a 383 with 700r4.

AHHH, Im going to go crazy trying to decide. I just need to go look at them and see which one calls my name.

Here are the listings
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/917613463.html

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/925452781.html

dan42 · 11-21-2008, 11:18 PM

ACtually, the '68 is my choice - I like fleetsides.

Painter D · 11-21-2008, 11:24 PM

I'd go with the fleetside.

STOCKISH · 11-21-2008, 11:29 PM

I'd definately go with the fleetside.

theyammieguy · 11-21-2008, 11:48 PM

Yeah, Im leaning towards the fleetside also.

Plus it's cheaper and I can buy my ol lady a nice gift to get her mind off me selling my 01 GMC for an old truck. Lol

**GOPAPA** · 11-22-2008, 12:14 AM

I would have a problem also because the 68 does not have the 68 grille that I like so well and the 71 doesn't have the interior or disc brakes like a 72 has that I like so they sort of offset things in my mind in that respect .. but fleetsides are still more popular over all so the 68 I think would win me over.. Not much help is it ..LOL papa

nicolas72gmc · 11-22-2008, 01:00 AM

Get the fleetside.

**El Jay** · 11-22-2008, 01:21 AM

WTF, buy 'em both.

The kids don't need no inheritance.

hchad18 · 11-22-2008, 02:32 AM

Fleetside.

LeDevil · 11-22-2008, 03:19 AM

I'd say the Step bed something about it looks better to me then the fleetside

cdowns · 11-22-2008, 08:04 AM

the stepside appears to have alot more quality brand name stuff with better attention to detail in the build , the fleet looks to be a hacked paste and cut conglamoration of whatever with just a thrown together hacker delux treatment with a saturday afternoon backyard paintjob

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-22-2008, 08:33 AM

Neither, buy a Blazer

J/K either one for me.

**special-K** · 11-22-2008, 11:14 AM

First I saw the Fleetside and thought,"eh...so-so".Then,saw the Stepside and I`d no doubt want the Stepside.I think it`s a better truck overall for the money.Besides,the seller says,"Make offer",and the other guy says,"reduced again from $5,000".Definately,at least,a better description.But,that says alot.To me,if it`s between these two,it`s a no brainer.

big_al_71 · 11-22-2008, 11:37 AM

I cant believe I am saying this but I like the stepside better at least between this two choices. The stepside looks better on the picts, go look at both of them in person and see which one is better. I am a fleetside guy but that stepside actually looks good. Let us know how you make out.

hchad18 · 11-22-2008, 12:34 PM

The step-side does look nice. My only concern with the step-side is compression ratio. I'd look into seeing what compression ratio you'll have w/ .060 over, .125 pop ups and 76cc chamber heads. It might not be bad because of the large chamber heads. I'd hate to get something home and figure out I have to put octane boost and 91 octane in it. My other .02

Sinister · 11-22-2008, 01:18 PM

I'd be concerned about .060 over. I'd go with the fleetside.

72BlckButy · 11-22-2008, 01:41 PM

My vote is for the fleetside...

theyammieguy · 11-22-2008, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

My vote is for the fleetside...

Well I just sold my truck. Im going to look at the fleetside today.

It has a 350 with about 200 miles, th350 with the same miles.
Miled cam, edelbrock carb, aluminum intake, headers, billet distributor.
He's unsure of the gears but says it screams on the highway so Im assuming 3:73 or higher. Flowmaster exhaust.
No rust in the bed, only rust is in the rockers,
96 style bench seat.
Gauges don't work but he's installed aftermarket.
Fuel gauge works sometimes so I'll check the fuel sending unit.

Ohh and wife is not happy but who cares.

chrislehr · 11-22-2008, 07:39 PM

Id go fleet, but that clearly isnt a 68 front clip.

chrislehr · 11-22-2008, 07:39 PM

you should add a poll to the thread.

petey-pablo · 11-22-2008, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOPAPA

I would have a problem also because the 68 does not have the 68 grille that I like so well and the 71 doesn't have the interior or disc brakes like a 72 has that I like so they sort of offset things in my mind in that respect .. but fleetsides are still more popular over all so the 68 I think would win me over.. Not much help is it ..LOL papa

71 was the first year with disc brakes the 68 difenatly has no Disc brakes unless they put them on but its an easy fix I'd Vote fleetsides all the way 71-72 front grille in my opinion Looks good.. But If I would have a 68 I would put the 68 grille on it thats just me year specific... They are both Nice trucks Their both in the 67 through 72 ERA Chevy's ..................Chevy all the way At lease you anit selleing your 01 for a %Ord................... Keep up updated we will want more pictures of your new truck...........................

LuckyHenriksen · 11-22-2008, 08:38 PM

Fleeeeeeeeeeeeet. It looks really nice, in the pics at least

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-22-2008, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theyammieguy

Im going to look at the fleetside today.

Well ???

11-21-2008, 11:14 PM	#1
theyammieguy accepting donations Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: houston tx Posts: 521	Tough decision Fingers crossed, my truck should hopefully sell tomorrow. Im looking at buying one of these two trucks. I'm having a tough time deciding I like the looks of the fleetside better but it doesnt have the parts on the engine that Im looking for on the other hand the stepper has a lot of new parts but it has a saginaw and Im not sure I want a standard transmission. I live in Houston and traffic is horrible. Then again over time Id like to build a 383 with 700r4. AHHH, Im going to go crazy trying to decide. I just need to go look at them and see which one calls my name. Here are the listings http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/917613463.html http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/925452781.html __________________ 1999 Yamaha roadstar 1600 chop. (in progress.) See my builds here>http://s113.photobucket.com/albums/n238/nickrp_2006/ "Ya'll can go to hell, I'm going to Texas." David Crockett Last edited by theyammieguy; 11-21-2008 at 11:14 PM.

11-21-2008, 11:18 PM	#2
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: Tough decision ACtually, the '68 is my choice - I like fleetsides. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

11-21-2008, 11:24 PM	#3
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Tough decision I'd go with the fleetside. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

11-21-2008, 11:29 PM	#4
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Tough decision I'd definately go with the fleetside.

11-21-2008, 11:48 PM	#5
theyammieguy accepting donations Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: houston tx Posts: 521	Re: Tough decision Yeah, Im leaning towards the fleetside also. Plus it's cheaper and I can buy my ol lady a nice gift to get her mind off me selling my 01 GMC for an old truck. Lol __________________ 1999 Yamaha roadstar 1600 chop. (in progress.) See my builds here>http://s113.photobucket.com/albums/n238/nickrp_2006/ "Ya'll can go to hell, I'm going to Texas." David Crockett

11-22-2008, 12:14 AM	#6
GOPAPA Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,472	Re: Tough decision I would have a problem also because the 68 does not have the 68 grille that I like so well and the 71 doesn't have the interior or disc brakes like a 72 has that I like so they sort of offset things in my mind in that respect .. but fleetsides are still more popular over all so the 68 I think would win me over.. Not much help is it ..LOL papa __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

11-22-2008, 01:00 AM	#7
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	Re: Tough decision Get the fleetside. __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

11-22-2008, 01:21 AM	#8
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: Tough decision WTF, buy 'em both. The kids don't need no inheritance. __________________ '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

11-22-2008, 02:32 AM	#9
hchad18 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 372	Re: Tough decision Fleetside.

11-22-2008, 03:19 AM	#10
LeDevil A new C10 Addict! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Wa Posts: 105	Re: Tough decision I'd say the Step bed something about it looks better to me then the fleetside

11-22-2008, 08:04 AM	#11
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Tough decision the stepside appears to have alot more quality brand name stuff with better attention to detail in the build , the fleet looks to be a hacked paste and cut conglamoration of whatever with just a thrown together hacker delux treatment with a saturday afternoon backyard paintjob __________________ 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

11-22-2008, 08:33 AM	#12
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,476	Re: Tough decision Neither, buy a Blazer J/K either one for me. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-22-2008, 11:14 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Tough decision First I saw the Fleetside and thought,"eh...so-so".Then,saw the Stepside and I`d no doubt want the Stepside.I think it`s a better truck overall for the money.Besides,the seller says,"Make offer",and the other guy says,"reduced again from $5,000".Definately,at least,a better description.But,that says alot.To me,if it`s between these two,it`s a no brainer. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 11-22-2008 at 11:23 AM.

11-22-2008, 11:37 AM	#14
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Tough decision I cant believe I am saying this but I like the stepside better at least between this two choices. The stepside looks better on the picts, go look at both of them in person and see which one is better. I am a fleetside guy but that stepside actually looks good. Let us know how you make out. __________________ 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

11-22-2008, 12:34 PM	#15
hchad18 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 372	Re: Tough decision The step-side does look nice. My only concern with the step-side is compression ratio. I'd look into seeing what compression ratio you'll have w/ .060 over, .125 pop ups and 76cc chamber heads. It might not be bad because of the large chamber heads. I'd hate to get something home and figure out I have to put octane boost and 91 octane in it. My other .02



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11-22-2008, 01:18 PM	#16
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Tough decision I'd be concerned about .060 over. I'd go with the fleetside. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

11-22-2008, 01:41 PM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Tough decision My vote is for the fleetside... __________________ -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)

11-22-2008, 07:39 PM	#19
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: Tough decision Id go fleet, but that clearly isnt a 68 front clip.

11-22-2008, 07:39 PM	#20
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: Tough decision you should add a poll to the thread.

11-22-2008, 08:38 PM	#22
LuckyHenriksen Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sherwood Oregon Posts: 1,908	Re: Tough decision Fleeeeeeeeeeeeet. It looks really nice, in the pics at least __________________ 1968 Yenko Chevy LWB 6.0L/TH400 3/4 Drop Senior Project Build Thread Here

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