05-04-2015, 11:27 PM | #1 |
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My grandpa bought this from his uncle in the 70's and had it parked since 1996 in Nevada. Then he passed (RIP) almost exactly 1 year ago, and my grandma gave me the truck. I've rode in this truck since 3years old (now 32) and been hoping one day I could finally call it mine. Always loved the SWB but this is a LWB and I love it for totally different reasons.
It was one hell of a trip to dig the axels out of the dirt and bring it back home 300+ miles away. finally got the garage cleaned out and the girl backed in.... Now the project starts! to chop or not to chop, to patina or to primer out. SBC or BBC?! lol many years of reading and dreaming.. now the real work starts.. and I can honestly say im a little overwhelmed lol just got to figure out a starting point.. First project. check it out. let me know what you think.. later alligator. First day home... FARMTRUCK ANYONE? Camper off.. finally in the garage. the engine bay... TIRED 307 ... after a little scrubbing Interior Before then some more cleaning... |
05-04-2015, 11:36 PM | #2 |
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I am in a similar boat: I got my truck from my dad and he bought it new off the lot. It has been parked for 21 years, but in a garage. I am confident I can get it running by summer.
You realize you are going to have to renew or replace the gas tank and every inch of your fuel lines right? It's your truck but for me, I wouldn't change anything major. At one time I was all about chroming the truck but now I just want to keep it as close to original as I can. For now, I'd stick with fixing what you have to fix to get it road worthy: you'll have plenty to keep you busy just doing that. By the time it's on the road, you'll have a better idea what you want. |
05-04-2015, 11:39 PM | #3 |
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I love the whole trucks passed down thru family thing, sentamental value rules., i bought mine from my step dad.
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05-04-2015, 11:46 PM | #4 |
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I have a truck that my great grandfather bought brand new and my Grandfather owned it as well and now I have it
If I was you I would drop a 350 in it and wax it, put new tires on and drive Please do not chop it or do things that screw the look up, well I mean you can but then it would ruin things...just my opinion
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I got the custom bug on one shoulder and the sweet little "keep it original" on the other.. I think since its a LWB keeping it original is probably the best thing I can do for it? |
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I may one day move my tank but I refuse to put in an "in bed cap" in as it's a truck, not some show piece, and I'll be hauling in mine. I also have a tow hitch I have to look out for.... I would like some space behind the seat for a tool bag, rifle sock, etc. (It's WV and not CA....people carry guns here where ever they go). I do hope you keep it original as much as you can. Yes, you may want to get a new engine as rebuilds are expensive. If you had a 283 in yours I'd try to bum you out of it. |
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05-05-2015, 12:33 AM | #8 |
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did someone say BIG BLOCK??? yes please!! but don't touch that paint, it looks awesome...
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Your adventure began when you went and picked up the truck and brought it the 300 miles home. If your truck was mine I'd get her roadworthy, even with the original drivetrain if possible, and then drive the truck for a while and get to know her and you will soon figure out which direction you want to go with her. That truck even has factory air.
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Just clean her up and drive that beauty!
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Thats a nice start. I can't wait to see that path you take on this.
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Just take little bites at it. get her running (if you can). Make the brakes work.
Radiators, windshields, seats, and rust holes fixed are all nice things but make that truck where you can go out any time you want, fire it up, and drive to the stop sign and back. All the rest can come later. Once it can move around as needed you will define "YOUR" clear path of what you want for YOUR truck. If you notice not one of us has said "tear it down to the ground for that nut an bolt restoration". The reason is we have all seen too many young guys who do that and the trucks eventually get sold off as a failed project or parts and we try to steer folks away whenever we get the chance. JMO
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Polish that paint, paint the wheels white, slap on some wheel covers. Get her running , driving and stopping safely....then drive the freshly painted white wheels off of it! Nice truck and family history behind*it.
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Get to know her first, Then one step at a time. My avatar is what i finally came up with.
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Thanks for all the words of advice, very inspiring. I've read many other builds and first trucks on this forum (ive been a member for almost a year now, first time posting)
But there's something that feels way more inspirational when its YOUR truck. I've done belts, hoses, took radiator to shop to be flushed and cleaned up, plugs and been trying to work on the brakes.. So far it starts up and actually purrrrsssss.. but I think the transmission is gone has fluild but wont ever shift into gear. brakes are GONE. and I need some rubber badly. I found #'s on the block and they don't match the truck. my Gandma said that my gramps changed the engine at some point in the late 70's. looking up the numbers it looks like its a old 1970 307 out of like a Camaro or chevy car. I really want to get a nice fire breathing 350 and a smooth transmission (along with BRAKES) so I can enjoy it and not worry about getting stuck somewhere... Im going to continue to post pics, and hopefully start my very own "build" thread here in the following weeks. stay tuned. again thanks for all the words of wisdom my fellow GM BROS! |
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FACTORY AIR AND ALL!! It looks like all I need is the Compressor.. and it was definite adventure starter bringing her home! about killed us digging it out of the solid desert ground.. not to mention I had to drive 40mph 300miles home over DONNER SUMMIT.. lol otherwise I got really bad wobble/jack knife going. |
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How about pics of the SPID?
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Red Cloth trim I love it. Pantydropper cool as hell name dude and I couldn't agree more with some of the advice esp. about repairing the rust etc and as you work on it you'll refine your thinking (and budget!) on which direction you want to go. I'm still deciding myself but have settled pretty much on stock, except dropping in 400 block, front disc, suspension upgrade, air conditioning..list keeps growing but I kept gas tank behind seat POR15 did amazing job and looks new inside, will just fix door window regulators no electric etc..put in new front glass..trying to keep it clean..and see what wallet allows next. Oakdale, is that the redneck part of California?
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Hey, I just had breakfast at Ryder's in Oakdale, nice truck!!!
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wait i thought all californians were beach bums and hippies. i'm confused...
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