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08-26-2009, 11:06 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Denver, CO
Posts: 291
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New Member - New Truck
Hello all- I am a new member and the proud new owner of a 1972 c20. My previous classic vehicle experience comes from ownership of a 70 volkswagen beetle and a 72 mercedes benz 250. I also have spent some time under the hood of a 69 mustang and early 80's suburban.
I bought this baby from a friend's father who was the second owner. I spent a cool $2500 on her. She is a 350 with a mild rv cam, HEI, th350 tranny w/cooler and an add a spring in the rear. The paint was recently done and the body shows only a little of the normal rust one would expect to find in the cab corners. When I bought her two weeks ago she had been sitting dormant for about 3 years. The quadrajet had to go... I was not willing to spend the time and money on a 30+ year old carb when I could get a new edelbrock 600 performer matched with an intake for less than 500. Old worn carbs are a complaint I have from my ownership of the benz. That old girl had dual zentih with constant tuning problems. Needless to say, the upgrade made a world of difference. I also dumped some money into the interior. New dash pad, arm rests, door & window rubber, seat cover, heater cables, floor mat and glovebox. Now she looks as fresh as the motor. She also has a spray in bedliner and some other additions that I can't think of right now. I will post some additional photos as I continue to work on her. I am just glad to be back behind the wheel of a classic. 
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08-26-2009, 11:15 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Sacramento,California
Posts: 323
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Re: New Member - New Truck
 from sacramento calif. looks like a great truck have fun with it watch out they get addicting  .There's loads of info on this sight and great group of guys and gals who are willing to help. Soon this will be your second home. |
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08-26-2009, 11:17 PM
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Senior Member
 
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: New Madison, Ohio
Posts: 21,371
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Re: New Member - New Truck
and  from Ohio...Great lookin truck. Glad to have you as part of the internet 67-72 Chevy/GMC Truck family.
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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! |
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08-26-2009, 11:18 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Oakridge, Oregon
Posts: 138
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Re: New Member - New Truck
from oregon! very nice truck,you have found the best site to get the help and knowledge. good luck with your new ride.
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08-27-2009, 12:41 AM
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Tot Roddin'
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 24,461
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Re: New Member - New Truck
Welcome to the board, and nice buy!
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-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) |
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08-27-2009, 12:52 AM
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Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Greenville, SC
Posts: 23,090
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Re: New Member - New Truck
For $2,500 you did good... you did VERY good!
Congrats on the new toy!
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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! |
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08-27-2009, 02:59 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Naples, FL
Posts: 62
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Re: New Member - New Truck
Congratulations! 2500 is a sweet price tag. Very nice truck!
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08-27-2009, 09:11 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: CASA GRANDE AZ
Posts: 4,276
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Re: New Member - New Truck
Welcome nice truck
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08-27-2009, 10:13 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Cheboygan, MI
Posts: 998
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Re: New Member - New Truck
Welcome. Be sure and check the colorado section of the board. We're getting ready to have a get together/cruise next month.
What a great truck! Later, Tony
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Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer -- |
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08-27-2009, 11:07 AM
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Next project: 1970 K10
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524
Posts: 6,685
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Re: New Member - New Truck
Yeah, what Tony said! Welcome to the boards, you made a smoking deal!
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Bob 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 next project!! 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE |
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