Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**LockDoc** · 05-05-2013, 12:57 PM

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I only had the 2004 Harley Sportster for 4 months and rode it 3 times, because the weather was so crappy. So this guy wants to sell his truck or trade it for a motorcycle. I called him, we exchanged pictures, and the rest is history. He originally wanted some boot but I told him the only way I would trade was straight across. Let's see who can tell why this is a "rare" truck...

The engine is new and hasn't been fired yet, trans is rebuilt, transfer case has been gone through, , front end rebuilt, frame was professionally done, blasted and painted with black Imiron paint, new 3" lift springs, new rockers and corners on an otherwise solid cab, nice bed with no wood in the floor, tach dash, & nice tailgate. Quite a few new parts came with the truck and receipts for all of the work done to it. (over $8000 in receipts not including bodywork & paint). Now all I have to do is put the jigsaw puzzle together...

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 05-05-2013, 12:58 PM

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More Pictures.

LockDoc

jhwkns · 05-05-2013, 01:15 PM

C30 4X4 Longhorn?

edit; K30

1972SUPERSB · 05-05-2013, 01:19 PM

I see it looks like a longhorn. What he said ^^ 4x4 k20 or k30?
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**Ol Blue K20** · 05-05-2013, 01:27 PM

longhorn 4x4 conversion
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**LockDoc** · 05-05-2013, 01:49 PM

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Ol Blue K20 actually hit the nail on the head. It's what I like to call a "fantasy truck", longhorn 4x4 conversion. The 4x4 frame was professionally lengthened 6 inches.... There were none of these built by GM.

LockDoc

CG · 05-05-2013, 02:01 PM

That truck has some real potential. Personally I hope you take those wheels and tires and put em back on the covered wagon they came off of.

You gonna finish it and sell, or keep?

**LockDoc** · 05-05-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

That truck has some real potential. Personally I hope you take those wheels and tires and put em back on the covered wagon they came off of.

You gonna finish it and sell, or keep?

Come on Mark, I always told my wife I was going to get up in the world and this is the only way I can do it...

.. As short as I am I will have to take the wheels and tires off and set it on the ground just to be able to work on it.

For now let's just say I'm going to finish it, 'cause I don't know.

LockDoc

Shyguy · 05-05-2013, 02:35 PM

Looks like a great truck.

Low Elco · 05-05-2013, 02:37 PM

I was gonna say, kinda shiny for Leon- Momma's not gonna wanna jump up into that!
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yuccales · 05-05-2013, 02:50 PM

That truck for the Sporty, I think you did great! That's going to be a nice project.

Zoomin · 05-05-2013, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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Ol Blue K20 actually hit the nail on the head. It's what I like to call a "fantasy truck", longhorn 4x4 conversion. The 4x4 frame was professionally lengthened 6 inches.... There were none of these built by GM.

LockDoc

I think this may be the only time I've read those words on this forum.

Congrats on the truck, Leon - that's going to be cool!!

**72restorationvirgin** · 05-05-2013, 03:09 PM

That thing is gonna be sweet IF you get it back together!! Haha. Nice trade
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domeier · 05-05-2013, 03:26 PM

It's beautiful... except for those, you know. Seriously, it looks brand new.

Is the rear driveshaft installed backwards?

1972RedNeck · 05-05-2013, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by domeier

Is the rear driveshaft installed backwards?

That was the first thing I saw after those hideous wheels.

rattle69 · 05-05-2013, 04:43 PM

Nice truck, and I don't think those wheels look that bad btw

cubber · 05-05-2013, 04:48 PM

Beautiful truck! I would run some white steelies with caps if I had it. Either way, it is and will be a real head turner. Congratulations!

ksbrktracer · 05-05-2013, 04:58 PM

Nice lookin project ...... And I like the wheels and tires personally .

Gokart Mozart · 05-05-2013, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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It's what I like to call a "fantasy truck",
LockDoc

Them auction shows call them phantom cars.

Those wheels should make you a good penny for some good looking ones, just find a Caprice with regular wheels.

sir_talk_alot · 05-05-2013, 06:18 PM

Hey i like the wheels gives it a classy new twist on it. You guys are to old fashioned to not like them. All in fun guys all in fun. Im young. Not everything has to be factory. And since this truck isnt a factory truck why not give it the shine it deserves. Id trade my truck for that in a heart beat. I want a k series.
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doubleb's69 · 05-05-2013, 06:40 PM

I'm sure I'll get to see it this weekend when I pick up the service manual from you. Looks great! Get cranking and you'll have it done for Good Guys.
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**LockDoc** · 05-05-2013, 06:48 PM

Thanks for all the compliments guys.

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Originally Posted by Low Elco

I was gonna say, kinda shiny for Leon- Momma's not gonna wanna jump up into that!

I told her I wanted to see her get into it with a dress on..

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Originally Posted by 72restorationvirgin

That thing is gonna be sweet IF you get it back together!! Haha. Nice trade

The guy I got it from asked if I could get it put back together and my wife said.."with his eyes closed"...

.. She knows me waaayy to well.

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Originally Posted by domeier

It's beautiful... except for those, you know. Seriously, it looks brand new.

Is the rear driveshaft installed backwards?

Yes it was, but not now. The steering column was in upside down also, and the heater box was put together wrong. I have all of that corrected now.

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I'm sure I'll get to see it this weekend when I pick up the service manual from you. Looks great! Get cranking and you'll have it done for Good Guys.

It will be here Bud. Not going to try for GoodGuys but I would like to get it done as soon as possible.

LockDoc

**Ron 586** · 05-05-2013, 07:47 PM

I think you hit a home run Leon. I'm an old fart (66) and I think the wheels look great. Can't wait to see it done.

motorcritter · 05-05-2013, 08:22 PM

Lots of potential. The wheels are definitely an acquires taste- I've seen too many of the 'donk' style cars around here and I am not impressed with that particular custom style. I had ideas of building a Longhorn 4X4, but it looks like a short wide 4X4 will be next on the agenda- after the '70 C10, the Corvette facelift, the '36 Plymouth resurrection and those damned '32 Fords.
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slammed1 · 05-05-2013, 09:29 PM

nice truck/project. I dont like the bigger wheels on the offroad trucks but yours looks ok,might look a little better with 17" wheels.Long bed lifted trucks are always a favorite of mine.

05-05-2013, 12:57 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,633	Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck - I only had the 2004 Harley Sportster for 4 months and rode it 3 times, because the weather was so crappy. So this guy wants to sell his truck or trade it for a motorcycle. I called him, we exchanged pictures, and the rest is history. He originally wanted some boot but I told him the only way I would trade was straight across. Let's see who can tell why this is a "rare" truck... The engine is new and hasn't been fired yet, trans is rebuilt, transfer case has been gone through, , front end rebuilt, frame was professionally done, blasted and painted with black Imiron paint, new 3" lift springs, new rockers and corners on an otherwise solid cab, nice bed with no wood in the floor, tach dash, & nice tailgate. Quite a few new parts came with the truck and receipts for all of the work done to it. (over $8000 in receipts not including bodywork & paint). Now all I have to do is put the jigsaw puzzle together... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-05-2013, 12:58 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,633	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck - More Pictures. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-05-2013, 01:15 PM	#3
jhwkns Registered Cruiser Join Date: May 2002 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,230	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck C30 4X4 Longhorn? edit; K30 __________________ I intend to live forever. So far, so good.

05-05-2013, 01:19 PM	#4
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck I see it looks like a longhorn. What he said ^^ 4x4 k20 or k30? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

05-05-2013, 01:27 PM	#5
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,242	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck longhorn 4x4 conversion Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

05-05-2013, 01:49 PM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,633	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck - Ol Blue K20 actually hit the nail on the head. It's what I like to call a "fantasy truck", longhorn 4x4 conversion. The 4x4 frame was professionally lengthened 6 inches.... There were none of these built by GM. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-05-2013, 02:01 PM	#7
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,985	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck That truck has some real potential. Personally I hope you take those wheels and tires and put em back on the covered wagon they came off of. You gonna finish it and sell, or keep? __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-05-2013, 02:35 PM	#9
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Looks like a great truck. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

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Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck I was gonna say, kinda shiny for Leon- Momma's not gonna wanna jump up into that! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

05-05-2013, 02:50 PM	#11
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,743	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck That truck for the Sporty, I think you did great! That's going to be a nice project.

05-05-2013, 03:09 PM	#13
72restorationvirgin Active Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Grand Rapids. MI Posts: 156	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck That thing is gonna be sweet IF you get it back together!! Haha. Nice trade Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 67 C20 283/4 Speed

05-05-2013, 03:26 PM	#14
domeier Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Jose, California Posts: 784	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck It's beautiful... except for those, you know. Seriously, it looks brand new. Is the rear driveshaft installed backwards?

05-05-2013, 04:43 PM	#16
rattle69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Puyallup WA Posts: 122	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Nice truck, and I don't think those wheels look that bad btw __________________ 70 lwb c-10

05-05-2013, 04:48 PM	#17
cubber Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Leanna, TN Posts: 2,061	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Beautiful truck! I would run some white steelies with caps if I had it. Either way, it is and will be a real head turner. Congratulations! __________________ =MATTHEW 69 Stepper...Stroked & Bagged GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN 2003 Chevrolet Z71 Ext. Cab 1995 Cavalier gas saver!

05-05-2013, 04:58 PM	#18
ksbrktracer TNT-MOTORSPORTS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: TULSA OKLAHOMA Posts: 2,692	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Nice lookin project ...... And I like the wheels and tires personally . Last edited by LockDoc; 08-25-2017 at 10:22 AM.



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05-05-2013, 06:18 PM	#20
sir_talk_alot Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mayflower,AR Posts: 802	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Hey i like the wheels gives it a classy new twist on it. You guys are to old fashioned to not like them. All in fun guys all in fun. Im young. Not everything has to be factory. And since this truck isnt a factory truck why not give it the shine it deserves. Id trade my truck for that in a heart beat. I want a k series. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Mike- '94 GMT 400 ext z71 3" body, 3 in rough country, hd mirrors, 20" motometals on 35s

05-05-2013, 06:40 PM	#21
doubleb's69 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 1,241	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck I'm sure I'll get to see it this weekend when I pick up the service manual from you. Looks great! Get cranking and you'll have it done for Good Guys. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Bud

05-05-2013, 07:47 PM	#23
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck I think you hit a home run Leon. I'm an old fart (66) and I think the wheels look great. Can't wait to see it done. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

05-05-2013, 08:22 PM	#24
motorcritter Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 350	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck Lots of potential. The wheels are definitely an acquires taste- I've seen too many of the 'donk' style cars around here and I am not impressed with that particular custom style. I had ideas of building a Longhorn 4X4, but it looks like a short wide 4X4 will be next on the agenda- after the '70 C10, the Corvette facelift, the '36 Plymouth resurrection and those damned '32 Fords. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ If 'that which does not kill me, makes me stronger', then I should be Superman by now!

05-05-2013, 09:29 PM	#25
slammed1 1972 Chevrolet SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: FT Smith AR Posts: 512	Re: Well, I Traded The Harley For A "RARE" Project Truck nice truck/project. I dont like the bigger wheels on the offroad trucks but yours looks ok,might look a little better with 17" wheels.Long bed lifted trucks are always a favorite of mine. __________________ My New thread with pics (not my build thread yet.) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post2573646 1972 Chevrolet 1/2 ton short wide bed,68 frt clip Project. 1980 Camaro Inherited when father passed,68K Miles 2003 Ford Mach1 FUN as Hell!! 2002 Dodge Ram 5-8 slam Rolling BillBoard (Gone not forgot) 2004 Dodge Ram HEMI 10" lifted on 37's and 2wd.

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