Productive / Destructive Weekend - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

veinbar · 08-08-2011, 12:33 PM

My buddy crm318 and I towed and dismantled his 1978 Chevy SWB Sport Van. This was the death of a beautiful vehicle with a laundry list of great stories and memories tied to it. Some interesting finds along the way...

1978 Chevy SWB Sport Van - In it's prime...

The Tow...

The tear down...

The Engine Block... WTHeck?

Many salvageable parts...

We also kept the driveshaft, 10 bolt rear axle, 4 core radiator, and so much more. This thing sits as an empty shell that is going to be handed over to a scrap yard for metal.

SO SAD TO SEE IT GO...

88Jimmy4x4 · 08-08-2011, 12:52 PM

wow those girls are HOTT

what happened to the block?

veinbar · 08-08-2011, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

what happened to the block?

Texas Freezing temps and water only in the block/radiator. This block was a GM Goodwrench Crate 4 bolt main high nickel content block. Would have made a great core for other sbc builds. I'm glad this van wasn't mine, i would have been heartbroken. crm318 (owner) seems to be taking it well.

**old Rusty C10** · 08-08-2011, 02:52 PM

lol you could have rebuilt the ole shaggin wagon again!! i have many fond memories of the vans i had back in the day!

veinbar · 08-08-2011, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by old Rusty C10

lol you could have rebuilt the ole shaggin wagon again!! i have many fond memories of the vans i had back in the day!

This van had rust issues (floor rotted out) and many major items to rebuild. It was in need of... everything. It had a good run. I still have my '76 SWB Sport Van. I fully intend on keeping it on the road... Correction... I fully intend on getting it back on the road.

Jonboy · 08-08-2011, 04:23 PM

That van is sweet! It needs a heart shaped plexiglass window at the rear of the quarter panel, though.

Restrorob · 08-08-2011, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

It needs a heart shaped plexiglass window at the rear of the quarter panel, though.

Right On !!!

**Clyde65** · 08-08-2011, 04:38 PM

and the pop up vent on the rear roof, or maybe a roof wing! yea, that would be cool!

Restrorob · 08-08-2011, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Clyde65

maybe a roof wing! yea, that would be cool!

Now that would be RAD !!!

lilpoindexter · 08-08-2011, 08:37 PM

What year was the picture of the van in its "prime"? I'm trying to paint a mental picture of what those chicks would look like today.

gchemist · 08-08-2011, 09:31 PM

Are the background pictures of Austin? I think I recognize the first photo location.

80streetcoupe · 08-08-2011, 09:48 PM

Did you keep the sidepipes and are they for sale???

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by lilpoindexter

What year was the picture of the van in its "prime"? I'm trying to paint a mental picture of what those chicks would look like today.

They would look exactly as they do in the picture. That picture was only taken 2-3 years ago.

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by gchemist

Are the background pictures of Austin? I think I recognize the first photo location.

The picture with the women is in South Padre Texas for Spring Break, the others are in San Marcos, TX.

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 80streetcoupe

Did you keep the sidepipes and are they for sale???

I kept the sidepipes, yes.

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 09:38 AM

I'm sorry to post so many times today, but I wanted to let you know... The scrap yard only paid $263 for the van. Is that all my friend's dreams are worth? This whole process has made me want to restore my '76 even more. I can't imagine letting mine go like this.

Jonboy · 08-09-2011, 10:27 AM

You need to get the Shaggin' Wagon back on the road, pronto. Start with a "god Bless Johnny Cash" sticker, and go where that leads you. I know you have it in you.

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

You need to get the Shaggin' Wagon back on the road, pronto. Start with a "god Bless Johnny Cash" sticker, and go where that leads you. I know you have it in you.

This is one of the best motivational speeches I have ever received. I'll get started right away. Post pictures and updates here? Or are vans a huge offense on this forum?

68Timber · 08-09-2011, 10:54 AM

Love the vans.

Jonboy · 08-09-2011, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by veinbar

This is one of the best motivational speeches I have ever received. I'll get started right away. Post pictures and updates here? Or are vans a huge offense on this forum?

I'm not offended. I really want to see it. There are a few vans I see that really make me want one. If I did bring one home, I would have to sleep in it.

motornut · 08-09-2011, 11:57 AM

vans are cool
love to see them

veinbar · 08-09-2011, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

I'm not offended. I really want to see it. There are a few vans I see that really make me want one. If I did bring one home, I would have to sleep in it.

If I complete my van resto as I see it in my head, I would probably prefer to sleep in it... Although having a choice to do so is nice. LOL

08-08-2011, 12:33 PM	#1
veinbar Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 292	Productive / Destructive Weekend My buddy crm318 and I towed and dismantled his 1978 Chevy SWB Sport Van. This was the death of a beautiful vehicle with a laundry list of great stories and memories tied to it. Some interesting finds along the way... 1978 Chevy SWB Sport Van - In it's prime... The Tow... The tear down... The Engine Block... WTHeck? Many salvageable parts... We also kept the driveshaft, 10 bolt rear axle, 4 core radiator, and so much more. This thing sits as an empty shell that is going to be handed over to a scrap yard for metal. SO SAD TO SEE IT GO... __________________ 2008 Yamaha Zuma 50cc - Daily Driver 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza SWB; 357ci, TH400, 3.73 Posi - Daily Driver 1976 Chevrolet Sport Van SWB; 355ci, TH350, 2.73 Open - Rape Free 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S; 455ci, TH400, 2.73 Open - SOLD (but I still claim to own it from time to time)

08-08-2011, 12:52 PM	#2
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend wow those girls are HOTT what happened to the block? __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

08-08-2011, 02:52 PM	#4
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend lol you could have rebuilt the ole shaggin wagon again!! i have many fond memories of the vans i had back in the day! __________________ 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!!

08-08-2011, 04:23 PM	#6
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend That van is sweet! It needs a heart shaped plexiglass window at the rear of the quarter panel, though. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

08-08-2011, 04:38 PM	#8
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend and the pop up vent on the rear roof, or maybe a roof wing! yea, that would be cool! __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

08-08-2011, 08:37 PM	#10
lilpoindexter Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: los angeles Posts: 1,134	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend What year was the picture of the van in its "prime"? I'm trying to paint a mental picture of what those chicks would look like today.

08-08-2011, 09:31 PM	#11
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend Are the background pictures of Austin? I think I recognize the first photo location. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

08-08-2011, 09:48 PM	#12
80streetcoupe Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 91	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend Did you keep the sidepipes and are they for sale???

08-09-2011, 09:38 AM	#16
veinbar Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 292	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend I'm sorry to post so many times today, but I wanted to let you know... The scrap yard only paid $263 for the van. Is that all my friend's dreams are worth? This whole process has made me want to restore my '76 even more. I can't imagine letting mine go like this. __________________ 2008 Yamaha Zuma 50cc - Daily Driver 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza SWB; 357ci, TH400, 3.73 Posi - Daily Driver 1976 Chevrolet Sport Van SWB; 355ci, TH350, 2.73 Open - Rape Free 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S; 455ci, TH400, 2.73 Open - SOLD (but I still claim to own it from time to time)

08-09-2011, 10:27 AM	#17
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend You need to get the Shaggin' Wagon back on the road, pronto. Start with a "god Bless Johnny Cash" sticker, and go where that leads you. I know you have it in you. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

08-09-2011, 10:54 AM	#19
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend Love the vans. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

08-09-2011, 11:57 AM	#21
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Productive / Destructive Weekend vans are cool love to see them __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350



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