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Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 04:58 PM

Unless something happens Im going to look at this truck tomorrow.

It a 68 1/2 ton its got a 350 with a rod knock. It originally came with a 327 and his brother put side pipes on it? he put the 350 in it and he when he re-did the ingnition he said he heard it knock a little so he lost all interest in it. I talked to him and he said the cab is pretty much rust free. He said someone put a Cadillac rearend in it? Not really sure why. I forgot to ask if its a leaf spring or a coil rear. Is it possible to go from a leaf springer to a coil?

**70cst** · 01-07-2010, 05:21 PM

What is he asking for it? Not to be nosey but curious. Looks like a nice truck from the pics. Good luck

Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 05:21 PM

He wants 1000 for it. Do you think its worth that?

hugger6933 · 01-07-2010, 05:52 PM

Yes it is worth a thousand[ in my mind] You say they noticed a knock when they worked on the dist? was it knocking before or just after? be sure the oil pump driveshaft is engauged if so, check the timing to see if it is close [ make sure there is no labor knock] That could cause some noise if it is way off. Jim

crapy67 · 01-07-2010, 06:01 PM

If you get the truck before you pull the motor be sure to check the flex plate bolts or the pressure plate bolts (if its a stick). If they are lose it will sound like a rod knock. Good luck it looks like a nice find.

71swb4x4 · 01-07-2010, 06:09 PM

Looks like it's been upgraded to five lugs, does it have discs?

Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 06:09 PM

Acuallyhave no idea what kind of tranny it has because i have a 3 speed laying around that I'm going to put in something. As far as the koror goes if I get it I'm probably going to pull the motor anyways and do a rebuild.

70 aquamarine · 01-07-2010, 06:26 PM

its worth a thousand for all the straight sheetmetal if nothing else put a create motor in it

67ChevyRedneck · 01-07-2010, 07:39 PM

I see odd looking "waves" in the paint in the fender and door bottoms. Given your location, I'd bring a magnet and check for large areas filled with bondo.

Looks like a pretty decent truck overall, pending how rust free it really is.

Jebb1978 · 01-07-2010, 07:52 PM

I say it's worth the money regardless. If it was so shot you had to part it you would surely make the money back and then some.

Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

Looks like it's been upgraded to five lugs, does it have discs?

Were 68s just 6 lug? As far as disc brakes go i have a 72 sitting out back that I planned to steal the brakes off of.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I see odd looking "waves" in the paint in the fender and door bottoms. Given your location, I'd bring a magnet and check for large areas filled with bondo.

Looks like a pretty decent truck overall, pending how rust free it really is.

Yeah I just realized that too. A magnet is probably a good idea.

fastom · 01-07-2010, 08:32 PM

Looks like rust inside the drip rail!

Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 09:27 PM

Yeah but try to find a truck around here that doesn't

71swb4x4 · 01-07-2010, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wideopenracing15

Were 68s just 6 lug?

Yes, 68's were 6 lug regardless of 2wd or 4wd.

Wideopenracing15 · 01-07-2010, 11:18 PM

Well i guess i learned something today. Did they have leaf springs?

Spray-Bomb · 01-08-2010, 12:30 AM

GMCs came with leafs & you could get coils as a option
Chevys came with coils & leafs as an option

I would only think its worth that if its not rusty

Wideopenracing15 · 01-08-2010, 12:51 AM

Or there is this one
http://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/1513310614.html

420am · 01-08-2010, 02:32 AM

the second one doesn't seem to be hiding anything.. the first one.. there IS bondo over rust there. No doubt about it. I'd personally go with a truck that gave me it's face value.. After tearing into a truck that looked straight to me to find a ton of crappy body work and filler.. I'd just as soon buy a truck that was bare metal opposed to one that looked straight with nice paint now.

Not to mention #2 is a shortbed

Wideopenracing15 · 01-08-2010, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 420am

the second one doesn't seem to be hiding anything.. the first one.. there IS bondo over rust there. No doubt about it. I'd personally go with a truck that gave me it's face value.. After tearing into a truck that looked straight to me to find a ton of crappy body work and filler.. I'd just as soon buy a truck that was bare metal opposed to one that looked straight with nice paint now.

Not to mention #2 is a shortbed

That's why I'm starting to lean to the shortbed. I just hope it's not sold.

I only see waves near the passenger side marker. Where are you guys talking about? I'm on my iPod and can't really tell.

Hottrucks · 01-08-2010, 10:00 AM

dam I wanted to see apic of the side pipes!!

67ChevyRedneck · 01-08-2010, 10:47 AM

Quote:

The bad- the body is rough ... the box would probably need replaced..the doors maybe are workable the passenger fender is bad the drivers is ok. The cab has some rust on the firewall and inside up by the top of the windshield.

Wow, finally, an honest seller! But... doesn't sound like a truck to buy though

If the blue one is indeed a bondo bucket... what are you looking for? A nice looking truck to roll around in, or something to restore? If you're just looking for something fun, I'd take a look at the blue one.

Worst case with the blue one... Crate engine, new front bumper, hood trim, and door handle... and ROLL in it. Even if it is full of bondo, it looks good. If you really want a restoration candidate, save your pennies and head out west

Wideopenracing15 · 01-08-2010, 01:42 PM

I just want a solid truck. I dont want one full of bondo, I go to high school so door dings and scratches are going to happen so im not scared to drive a truck in primer. Im actually thinking about going to look at that short bed. I REALLY want a shortbed. If its its as bad as it sounds I just walk away and plus, it cant be much worse than the one I drive now.

Wideopenracing15 · 01-08-2010, 03:05 PM

Is 1200 about what that shortbed is worth?

retodd7711 · 01-08-2010, 06:55 PM

That's a good looking Ironhead you got there.
1980?

292farmer · 01-08-2010, 09:32 PM

both look good id go for the short bed, but good luck with which ever one you choose!

01-07-2010, 04:58 PM	#1
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Unless something happens Im going to look at this truck tomorrow. It a 68 1/2 ton its got a 350 with a rod knock. It originally came with a 327 and his brother put side pipes on it? he put the 350 in it and he when he re-did the ingnition he said he heard it knock a little so he lost all interest in it. I talked to him and he said the cab is pretty much rust free. He said someone put a Cadillac rearend in it? Not really sure why. I forgot to ask if its a leaf spring or a coil rear. Is it possible to go from a leaf springer to a coil? Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 01-07-2010 at 05:00 PM.

01-07-2010, 05:21 PM	#3
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun He wants 1000 for it. Do you think its worth that?

01-07-2010, 05:52 PM	#4
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,263	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Yes it is worth a thousand[ in my mind] You say they noticed a knock when they worked on the dist? was it knocking before or just after? be sure the oil pump driveshaft is engauged if so, check the timing to see if it is close [ make sure there is no labor knock] That could cause some noise if it is way off. Jim

01-07-2010, 06:01 PM	#5
crapy67 White wall terror Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Croydon, Pa. Posts: 152	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun If you get the truck before you pull the motor be sure to check the flex plate bolts or the pressure plate bolts (if its a stick). If they are lose it will sound like a rod knock. Good luck it looks like a nice find.

01-07-2010, 06:09 PM	#6
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Looks like it's been upgraded to five lugs, does it have discs? __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

01-07-2010, 05:21 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun What is he asking for it? Not to be nosey but curious. Looks like a nice truck from the pics. Good luck __________________ 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!

01-07-2010, 06:26 PM	#8
70 aquamarine Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ord NE Posts: 48	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun its worth a thousand for all the straight sheetmetal if nothing else put a create motor in it

01-07-2010, 07:39 PM	#9
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun I see odd looking "waves" in the paint in the fender and door bottoms. Given your location, I'd bring a magnet and check for large areas filled with bondo. Looks like a pretty decent truck overall, pending how rust free it really is. __________________ 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!

01-07-2010, 07:52 PM	#10
Jebb1978 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,713	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun I say it's worth the money regardless. If it was so shot you had to part it you would surely make the money back and then some. __________________ 1959 GMC project

01-07-2010, 08:32 PM	#12
fastom That's right, it's Copper!! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Central California Posts: 558	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Looks like rust inside the drip rail! __________________ Tom: 1968 Chevy SWB ZZ383 W/700R4 Gen-II Compact Vintage Air System PPG paint, Mandarin Copper and Vanilla Shake. http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/fastom Stupid should hurt and eventually become fatal!

01-07-2010, 09:27 PM	#13
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Yeah but try to find a truck around here that doesn't

01-07-2010, 11:18 PM	#15
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Well i guess i learned something today. Did they have leaf springs?

01-08-2010, 12:30 AM	#16
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun GMCs came with leafs & you could get coils as a option Chevys came with coils & leafs as an option I would only think its worth that if its not rusty __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

01-08-2010, 12:51 AM	#17
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Or there is this one http://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/1513310614.html

01-08-2010, 02:32 AM	#18
420am Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 357	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun the second one doesn't seem to be hiding anything.. the first one.. there IS bondo over rust there. No doubt about it. I'd personally go with a truck that gave me it's face value.. After tearing into a truck that looked straight to me to find a ton of crappy body work and filler.. I'd just as soon buy a truck that was bare metal opposed to one that looked straight with nice paint now. Not to mention #2 is a shortbed __________________ 1972 Long Bed Cheyenne Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285282 Waste my bandwidth and listen to some great tunes >> http://www.radioxenu.com (Live Shows with yours truly every Friday) Last edited by 420am; 01-08-2010 at 02:35 AM.



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01-08-2010, 10:00 AM	#20
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01-08-2010, 01:42 PM	#22
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun I just want a solid truck. I dont want one full of bondo, I go to high school so door dings and scratches are going to happen so im not scared to drive a truck in primer. Im actually thinking about going to look at that short bed. I REALLY want a shortbed. If its its as bad as it sounds I just walk away and plus, it cant be much worse than the one I drive now. Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 01-08-2010 at 03:05 PM.

01-08-2010, 03:05 PM	#23
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun Is 1200 about what that shortbed is worth?

01-08-2010, 06:55 PM	#24
retodd7711 chrome makes it go FASTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 2,884	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun That's a good looking Ironhead you got there. 1980? __________________ She can't cook and she won't clean. But she looks good in a skirt and she brings me beer. She can stay for now. EDIT:: But she left me anyway, So forget her. 1962 GMC Stepside V6 4 speed My rolling resto thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=324226 My old farm truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3465005

01-08-2010, 09:32 PM	#25
292farmer Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: stoddard nh Posts: 693	Re: Hopefully a new truck for the young gun both look good id go for the short bed, but good luck with which ever one you choose!

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