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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-20-2011, 09:50 PM

Good looking truck... Get it safe and enjoy driving it while you upgrade...

earlthegoat2 · 12-22-2011, 09:34 PM

Only 8 weeks of searching...

Some people have all the luck.

big_al_71 · 12-22-2011, 09:37 PM

Congrats on your find!!!
as already mentione ece 4/6 kit will do wonders for this trucks

MattPSU · 12-23-2011, 11:09 PM

Picked her up this afternoon. Here's a few pictures after I got home.

The PO had the original spare wheel and original tire which you can see in the third pic. He also included the complete AC system from another truck. You can see some of that in the bed with the spare.

What you can't see in the interior shot is the box of parts from what they had started to remove & restore. He also gave me new door panels, armrests, window fuzzies, dash pad, etc.

He's also put a piece of clear vinyl over the build sheet on the glove box door to protect it. Anyone see anything interesting on there? Can anyone tell me what "custom sport truck" consists of? Is that the same as it being a Cheyenne?

MattPSU · 12-23-2011, 11:19 PM

Some more pictures...

Engine compartment looks to be close to stock and in need of a good cleaning.

The side moldings from the bed & tailgate, along with the bed rails and tailgate cap.

The box of AC components scavenged from another truck by the PO. He told me he took everything. Hard for me to tell what's there and/or what missing. I'll dig into that later.

I've decided that my plan is going to be a 4/6 ECE drop based on MANY recommendations, 20's, and a 68 front clip from GMC Paul's. FYI - he emailed me a very thorough list of all the items I will need beyond his 68 body kit to complete that swap. Thanks Paul. It may take some time, but you'll get an order from me eventually.

That being said, I plan to sell the various items that I won't need to help fund my project including the moldings, fenders, hood, doors, etc. If you can give me any input on what these items may be worth, and/or if you're interested in anything, let me know. It may be a while, but that's the plan.

Thanks,
Matt

**Hart_Rod** · 12-24-2011, 12:17 AM

I don't know the value but I would be interested in the bedrails and tailgate protector when u figure out what you want for them.
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Midniteotto · 12-24-2011, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Midniteotto

Nice find, with that being said, I call dibbs on the grill!!!

or any other parts you may want to part with...

I'm interested in the inner grill outer grill shell and headlight rings, pending price...not sure of the going rate or even the close up condition, but I'm working on a driver and not a show truck and they look good from 10 ft...

Midniteotto · 12-24-2011, 12:38 AM

http://outintheshop.com/options.html

Thought you may find this interesting, they list "sport truck" as the same.

red69ss · 12-24-2011, 09:46 AM

truck looks solid Matt , one question though why are you selling the doors?

MattPSU · 12-26-2011, 10:16 PM

Hart Rod - I'll try to send you a PM tomorrow about the bed rails. I'm going to clean them up some to get a better idea of the shape that they're in.

Midniteotto - You've got the first chance at the grill. I'll try to clean it up an get some pics for you. I might need it a while, but when it comes off, I'll let you know. Thanks for the "sport truck" info. Much appreciated.

red69ss - The doors are going to need some work and GMC Pauls 68 body kit comes with doors. I would rather hang new sheet metal then attempt to save those doors. That's just me. I know a lot of people on this board won't like me trading old original sheet metal for new repo's, but I plan to drive this truck and I know how hard it is to keep rust from returning.

I also had a pretty funny moment today when my new neighbor (moving in today) knocked on the door and asked my wife if the truck was for sale. Unbelievably, she said no before I could even see who was at the door. He told me that he'd ask me again in 6 months if I haven't done anything with it.

**70cst** · 12-27-2011, 12:54 AM

on a nice find. Keep us updated on your new project.

red69ss · 12-27-2011, 10:42 AM

red69ss - The doors are going to need some work and GMC Pauls 68 body kit comes with doors. I would rather hang new sheet metal then attempt to save those doors. That's just me. I know a lot of people on this board won't like me trading old original sheet metal for new repo's, but I plan to drive this truck and I know how hard it is to keep rust from returning.

I was wondering if you thought the 72 doors wouldn't work. How bad are the doors that you have? are the bottums rusted out like most? its hard to find good doors around here.

Midniteotto · 12-27-2011, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by MattPSU

Midniteotto - You've got the first chance at the grill. I'll try to clean it up an get some pics for you. I might need it a while, but when it comes off, I'll let you know. Thanks for the "sport truck" info. Much appreciated.

No problem on the link, I'm in no hurry at this point on the grill, Thanks for the first shot at the grill, and look forward to seeing your build..

shawno72 · 12-27-2011, 03:18 PM

Maybe it's just me and correct me if I am wrong but the spid sheet looks to be new like a reproduction. All the spid sheets I have ever seen had a different font. Just curios. Still can't wait to see your progress and good luck.
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Midniteotto · 01-06-2012, 06:24 PM

I'm out on the grill, scored this one today and wasn't really trying, my max bid was $126.99

http://www.ebay.com/itm/250964030114...84.m1497.l2649

12-20-2011, 09:50 PM	#26
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Good looking truck... Get it safe and enjoy driving it while you upgrade... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-22-2011, 09:34 PM	#27
earlthegoat2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 104	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Only 8 weeks of searching... Some people have all the luck.

12-22-2011, 09:37 PM	#28
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Congrats on your find!!! as already mentione ece 4/6 kit will do wonders for this trucks __________________ 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

12-23-2011, 11:09 PM	#29
MattPSU Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lyman, SC Posts: 734	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Picked her up this afternoon. Here's a few pictures after I got home. The PO had the original spare wheel and original tire which you can see in the third pic. He also included the complete AC system from another truck. You can see some of that in the bed with the spare. What you can't see in the interior shot is the box of parts from what they had started to remove & restore. He also gave me new door panels, armrests, window fuzzies, dash pad, etc. He's also put a piece of clear vinyl over the build sheet on the glove box door to protect it. Anyone see anything interesting on there? Can anyone tell me what "custom sport truck" consists of? Is that the same as it being a Cheyenne? Attached Images

12-23-2011, 11:19 PM	#30
MattPSU Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lyman, SC Posts: 734	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Some more pictures... Engine compartment looks to be close to stock and in need of a good cleaning. The side moldings from the bed & tailgate, along with the bed rails and tailgate cap. The box of AC components scavenged from another truck by the PO. He told me he took everything. Hard for me to tell what's there and/or what missing. I'll dig into that later. I've decided that my plan is going to be a 4/6 ECE drop based on MANY recommendations, 20's, and a 68 front clip from GMC Paul's. FYI - he emailed me a very thorough list of all the items I will need beyond his 68 body kit to complete that swap. Thanks Paul. It may take some time, but you'll get an order from me eventually. That being said, I plan to sell the various items that I won't need to help fund my project including the moldings, fenders, hood, doors, etc. If you can give me any input on what these items may be worth, and/or if you're interested in anything, let me know. It may be a while, but that's the plan. Thanks, Matt Attached Images

12-24-2011, 12:17 AM	#31
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,856	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! I don't know the value but I would be interested in the bedrails and tailgate protector when u figure out what you want for them. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

12-24-2011, 12:38 AM	#33
Midniteotto Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Danville AL Posts: 121	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! http://outintheshop.com/options.html Thought you may find this interesting, they list "sport truck" as the same. Last edited by Midniteotto; 12-24-2011 at 12:39 AM. Reason: bad grammer...

12-24-2011, 09:46 AM	#34
red69ss Burnouts are therapeutic Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: lancaster, south carolina Posts: 852	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! truck looks solid Matt , one question though why are you selling the doors? __________________ 1969 CHEVELLE SS 1972 C10 ALMOST DAILY DRIVER 1968 C10 RUSTBUCKET (MISSION IMPOSSIBLE) 1972 PONTIAC LEMANS CONVERTIBLE (WIFE'S CAR) "My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met." - Rodney Dangerfield "The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has its limits." - Einstein

12-26-2011, 10:16 PM	#35
MattPSU Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lyman, SC Posts: 734	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Hart Rod - I'll try to send you a PM tomorrow about the bed rails. I'm going to clean them up some to get a better idea of the shape that they're in. Midniteotto - You've got the first chance at the grill. I'll try to clean it up an get some pics for you. I might need it a while, but when it comes off, I'll let you know. Thanks for the "sport truck" info. Much appreciated. red69ss - The doors are going to need some work and GMC Pauls 68 body kit comes with doors. I would rather hang new sheet metal then attempt to save those doors. That's just me. I know a lot of people on this board won't like me trading old original sheet metal for new repo's, but I plan to drive this truck and I know how hard it is to keep rust from returning. I also had a pretty funny moment today when my new neighbor (moving in today) knocked on the door and asked my wife if the truck was for sale. Unbelievably, she said no before I could even see who was at the door. He told me that he'd ask me again in 6 months if I haven't done anything with it.

12-27-2011, 12:54 AM	#36
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! on a nice find. Keep us updated on your new project. __________________ 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!

12-27-2011, 10:42 AM	#37
red69ss Burnouts are therapeutic Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: lancaster, south carolina Posts: 852	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! red69ss - The doors are going to need some work and GMC Pauls 68 body kit comes with doors. I would rather hang new sheet metal then attempt to save those doors. That's just me. I know a lot of people on this board won't like me trading old original sheet metal for new repo's, but I plan to drive this truck and I know how hard it is to keep rust from returning. I was wondering if you thought the 72 doors wouldn't work. How bad are the doors that you have? are the bottums rusted out like most? its hard to find good doors around here. __________________ 1969 CHEVELLE SS 1972 C10 ALMOST DAILY DRIVER 1968 C10 RUSTBUCKET (MISSION IMPOSSIBLE) 1972 PONTIAC LEMANS CONVERTIBLE (WIFE'S CAR) "My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met." - Rodney Dangerfield "The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has its limits." - Einstein

12-27-2011, 03:18 PM	#39
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! Maybe it's just me and correct me if I am wrong but the spid sheet looks to be new like a reproduction. All the spid sheets I have ever seen had a different font. Just curios. Still can't wait to see your progress and good luck. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

01-06-2012, 06:24 PM	#40
Midniteotto Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Danville AL Posts: 121	Re: Finally, a 72 for me! I'm out on the grill, scored this one today and wasn't really trying, my max bid was $126.99 http://www.ebay.com/itm/250964030114...84.m1497.l2649 __________________ SPID Decoder http://outintheshop.com/options.html BBC Engine Parts ID http://www.nastyz28.com/index.php?page=bigblockchevy



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