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lilpup69chevy · 09-19-2006, 02:03 AM

yeah i agree i like the way this story ends too, too bad i couldn't find my dads old 69, thats the reason why i am building this one in memory of my father, he passed in 2002 he sold his 69 swb right after i was born because of its gas drinking problem, i always said i was gonna fix up one just like it, my screename on here is the name of his old truck LIL PUP was painted on the front of the hood i believe it was

Bishops Trucks · 09-19-2006, 03:13 AM

Congrats. Great story and do it up right.

Draggn66 · 09-19-2006, 03:18 AM

Very Cool Story!

vtblazer · 09-19-2006, 06:39 AM

Just plain cool, congrats!

Enjoy the ride.

TruckinDaddy · 09-19-2006, 08:14 AM

Cool!

I have my grandpa's 68. It is a rusty old beater, but I laugh my butt off every time I take it out for a spin.

And welcome from Austin

BET68 · 09-19-2006, 09:16 AM

WELCOME TO THE BOARD,GREAT STORY,ENJOY EVERY DAY YOU WORK ON IT

Zumo · 09-19-2006, 09:58 AM

Awesome. I wish I have my Grandfathers truck.

EZ4U2C · 09-19-2006, 10:24 AM

Way to go..........................

70-Chevy · 09-19-2006, 03:21 PM

Congrats on that, great story. WE all know you'll put everything you have into it for you and your grandfather. Now get us some pics!

**Yukon Jack** · 09-19-2006, 05:50 PM

Congrats, that is too cool.

Oh, welcome to the board also.

ibyourhucklebery · 09-24-2006, 07:30 PM

Thanks for all the replies..

Click the linky for pics.

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2465239

I have already bought a crate 350 (4 bolt) and 700 trans (new)

New driveshaft and front discs are already on the way!

Yes, I know this is gonna cost a fortune, but this will be my daily driver...and I can't afford to break down everytime I drive.

This board rules

LowRodder · 09-24-2006, 07:38 PM

super cool cant wait too see pics, I just finished a project with my dad it's the 65 he had when I was 6. check it out under "Old Red"

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-24-2006, 07:41 PM

project1971 · 09-24-2006, 08:20 PM

Great find! Just proves to show ya it never hurts to call and ask!

09-19-2006, 02:03 AM	#26
lilpup69chevy 67-72 parts finder Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: southeast mo Posts: 788	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! yeah i agree i like the way this story ends too, too bad i couldn't find my dads old 69, thats the reason why i am building this one in memory of my father, he passed in 2002 he sold his 69 swb right after i was born because of its gas drinking problem, i always said i was gonna fix up one just like it, my screename on here is the name of his old truck LIL PUP was painted on the front of the hood i believe it was __________________ 1969 chevy shortstep 2wd (under construction) 1981 chevy scottsdale lwb 2wd (parts chaser) 2004 pontiac gto (daily driver) 2004 pontiac grand prix gt (the ol ladys car) 1985 chevy short wide 1970 chevy c10 lwb (another parts rig) 1969 gmc lwb (rainy day project) 1968 chevy lwb c10 250 I6 3 spd (soon to be swb)

09-19-2006, 03:13 AM	#27
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,730	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Congrats. Great story and do it up right. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

09-19-2006, 03:18 AM	#28
Draggn66 Wrenchin & Sandin!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Joliet, IL. Posts: 523	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Very Cool Story! __________________ Randy Shorewood, IL. My Favorite eBay Searches My Driver Restore Thread 1971 C10 Longbed 2005 Silverado Shortbed 2005 FXDWG

09-19-2006, 06:39 AM	#29
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Just plain cool, congrats! Enjoy the ride.

09-19-2006, 08:14 AM	#30
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Cool! I have my grandpa's 68. It is a rusty old beater, but I laugh my butt off every time I take it out for a spin. And welcome from Austin __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

09-19-2006, 09:16 AM	#31
BET68 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: BREVARD NC Posts: 156	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! WELCOME TO THE BOARD,GREAT STORY,ENJOY EVERY DAY YOU WORK ON IT __________________ NAMASTE B&E 1971 LONGHORN C-30 1969 LONGHORN C-20 1968 DUALLY 1970 STEP SIDE PROJECT 1972 CST C-20 1980 M-80 MALIBU FOR SALE 1974 NOVA FOR SALE:

09-19-2006, 09:58 AM	#32
Zumo Hot Rods For Life Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX Posts: 3,305	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Awesome. I wish I have my Grandfathers truck. __________________ 1968 C10 LWB **SOLD* Andy Viva Los Bicicletas! Los Muertos Custom Bicycles

09-19-2006, 10:24 AM	#33
EZ4U2C Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 257	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Way to go.......................... __________________ God loved me so much he gave me John 3:16 Buy American and bring our jobs back home. Trust what you believe in and believe in what you trust. Don't blame the gun, Blame the person who made you use it! _____________________________________________ 1970 swb 2002 Harley Davidson Road King Classic 2004 Dodge 4x4

09-19-2006, 03:21 PM	#34
70-Chevy -Chris Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Moyock, NC Posts: 622	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Congrats on that, great story. WE all know you'll put everything you have into it for you and your grandfather. Now get us some pics! __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 P/U, Shortbed, Fleetside - 5/7 drop, 496, TH400, 12 bolt. BUILD THREAD - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404481 2012 F250 Super Duty P/U - intake, exhaust, tuner, 4" lift with 35's 2017 Chevy Suburban (Wifes Car) - Fully Loaded & Stock "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." Ronald Reagan, President of the United States; 1985

09-19-2006, 05:50 PM	#35
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Congrats, that is too cool. Oh, welcome to the board also. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

09-24-2006, 07:30 PM	#36
ibyourhucklebery Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Magnolia,Texas Posts: 30	Re: PICS!! Thanks for all the replies.. Click the linky for pics. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2465239 I have already bought a crate 350 (4 bolt) and 700 trans (new) New driveshaft and front discs are already on the way! Yes, I know this is gonna cost a fortune, but this will be my daily driver...and I can't afford to break down everytime I drive. This board rules

09-24-2006, 07:38 PM	#37
LowRodder Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Fort Worth Tx Posts: 77	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! super cool cant wait too see pics, I just finished a project with my dad it's the 65 he had when I was 6. check it out under "Old Red"

09-24-2006, 07:41 PM	#38
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

09-24-2006, 08:20 PM	#39
project1971 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 605	Re: Your not gonna believe I found it! Great find! Just proves to show ya it never hurts to call and ask! __________________ 2008 Ford FX2 Screw 1971 C10 project in shop now! 2004 Pontiac Grandam (wifes) 2000 Cavalier z24 (gas saver)



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