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Re: Looking for my Grandfathers 1971 GMC SIERRA
Yeah thats what I was thinking...Im just scared I will never see it again
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Re: Looking for my Grandfathers 1971 GMC SIERRA
Id help but all i can do from here is check craigslist and ebay which i assume you are doing
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Yeah, Im all the way in NC
I dont think its out of State honestly, the previous owner said its still in NC
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Hey man, I know others have mentioned finding a different swb that you can work on while you continue searching for your grandpas. Here's one I found on CL and it mentions guns as partial trades, maybe you could work something out with the guy.
http://winstonsalem.craigslist.org/cto/3527512289.html
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Re: Looking for my Grandfathers 1971 GMC SIERRA
Looks like a good start, start trading. Who knows maybe he might want your VW for a driver, never hurts to ask
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Yeah true, whats sad is that its not in my name :/ LOL
Its mine though
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Ah its a Stick Shift...I know how to drive one but I like Automatic trucks better though Thanks bro, though I appreciate it
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Well IMO if you want a 67-72 bad enough then you could learn how to drive a stick. Or put a th350 and a new steering column in it and put a patch in the floor. Chances are you're gonna have to work for it a little. I think trading would be your best option if you can convince your parents to let you trade the VW
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I know how to drive Stick ?..My Jettas a Stick Shift..I taught myself
I have tried, My Father says its not smart to go older in Cars
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Re: Looking for my Grandfathers 1971 GMC SIERRA
Friend of mine, had a 66 Chevy panel truck in his barn for years he never registered it. I was going to buy it make a work truck with it but couldn't get the cash. long story short. previous owner son contacted my friend, he was looking for it, his dad had passed away. he had memories with the ole truck. My friend sold it back to him. I think he even sold back for what he paid. The son is now restoring the truck. So there is a chance you'll find it. Somebody may have it parked in barn somewhere.
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Thanks Barry,Your kind words encourage me..I feel a little discouraged because of negative comments but I wont give up on this
I called the guy, he knew the owner but didnt buy it I just wish the New new owner would register it :/ Id like to fix it up...Im sure its fixed up now...As I heard it had a new gas tank etc I think it s been moved around a lot through owners We the Schrums are the Original Owners
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The Fastest way to reach $2,000 ?
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Ask for some overtime at your job? Or work a second job with the earnings going straight to the truck fund. Maybe sell a bunch of stuff on eBay. You sound like a young guy, so I'm sure you've got something of value. (electronics, etc) In my experience, if I want something, I make it happen.
Go for your goal, don't waste time arguing with folks on here. ![]() I admit, this is a tough crowd, but the reason some guys on here are ribbing you is because you have a goal, but you don't have a plan. Last year, I had to sell a whole pile of stuff to buy my Blazer (parts, tools, etc...) And I bought my Suburban in 2009 (unfinished) the month after I got layed off from a very good paying job. In fact, I was on unemployment. But I HAD to have it. My wife still brings up the story ...I sold my Jeep Commander to get rid of the payment and my wife and I decided I needed something that would "fit the family" but was good on gas. So, when I rolled in with an unfinished 40 year old gas suckin' Suburban (on Valentines Day-nonetheless), I was definitely in the doghouse. I didn't get any love on that Valentines Day ![]() So, my only advice...(if you want it) find a cheap truck in your budget. Like this one around Charlotte for $850 -this is a steal... http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/3524449191.html. Then, as you work on it, keep searching for your Grandpas truck, maybe you'll find it one day! But at least you'll have something to occupy you time and hone your skills in the meantime. Just watch how much arguing is taking place on here, the admins won't put up with it. They'll just lock the thread and your story won't get told. But, either way... I still hope you find that truck. Posted via Mobile Device
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Mister-B what have I done to get on your Blocked list.What have I done to get under your skin? and beat by leaving the Fourm
I will take your Advice, I just dont see what I have done to deserve such rude comments I dont dislike anyone on here Thank you for your advice man,I dont want to argue with no one on here,I can understand some of my posts maybe annoying at times and things but I just dont understand why people have an issue with me..I have no problem with anyone on here ?
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I really do not feel like rereading all of this. I have had two days of reports on folks in this thread. It is taking away from fixing the forum issues, and adding the areas members have requested. SO without going back through the he said she said, I will say
1. please review the site rules... if you do not like someone, or what they have to say, report the post. Talking junk about someone simply creates more issues. 2. If you are posting on a message board, expect others opinions in reply. They may or may not agree with you.. its life, if we all agreed it would be quite boring. 3. please review the site rules.... 4. If you have been around a while, take the time to teach the new folks and not run them off 5. review the site rules 6. If you are new, and have issues with several people, perhaps it is time to step back, reread what has transpired and learn from it. If there is a common cause in all the discontent, maybe posting styles need to be self evaluated. 7. be nice, play nice and post nice.. Im really swamped with stuff and don't care to spend another night till 2am with the same problems from the same folks. If that does happen, it likely won't end well for a few. Thanks and happy discussions to all. |
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Thank you Liz,I am going to read the Rules..Many people on here take me as a Kid who doesnt take things serious.I am a very serious person.As some think I am a punk..I am simply new to this site, still learning and am very determined to get my own truck and upload a Build Thread eventually..As to that, To everyone I apologize for coming off as a immature Teen..I am very mature when I want to be..So with that said I will learn and move on with my Life and take opinions more serious and grow into the community
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Welcome. We look forward to your upcoming build thread. And hopefully a reunion with your granddads old truck.
This is the best forum on the internet. You can learn a lot from us dummies.
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Thanks Jeff.I am going to take peoples advice and try and buy this 72 SWB in Belmont
Any suggestions on this truck Jeff? He says he has the motor etc out of them ? What would I need to do to put a regular bench on it ?
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Re: Looking for my Grandfathers 1971 GMC SIERRA
Ill tell you this, i drove all automatics before my current truck i knew how to drive a stick just never needed to, my truck is a 4 spd and ill tell you i love it its nothing like your jetta imho its alot easier in a truck with a spring loaded clutch, its not as touchy
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Yeah man the Jetta clutch is a lil tricky
I may go get this swb up in Belmont I just dont have a Trailer to pull it lol
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First let me make it clear that in no way do i mean this as any sort of personal attack take it for what its worth (keep in mind I'm not all that old a guy myself)
Go to school get an education do something with yourself/life your grandfather would be proud of! Then when its not a struggle to scrape up 2k then worry about the truck. Then either way find the truck or not you will have done something your granddad would be proud of. Just my .02 Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by flatblackratrod; 01-16-2013 at 01:48 AM. |
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Thanks man that is true
My family has PH.Ds from Chapel Hill under their belts..So I would like to work myself up as well Anyway http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/3524449191.html I want to get this 72 so bad
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I agree with the guy above me, but i know what its like to want something that bad, i bought my truck when i didnt have the money and it turned out ok but i got lucky
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Yeah I hear ya, Let me know what you think on the Link above
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