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piecesparts · 07-24-2008, 07:31 AM

I have got $50.00 in mine and another 50 and another 50 and another 50 and another 50---get the picture? It is not the cost but what you want that is important.

My paint and body work was a good investment, so was the dollars spent on each and every engine that I put in the truck.

I quit counting at the point that I doubled my investment on the original truck purchase price.

Rooster's82 · 07-24-2008, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 79gmcsierragrande

I’m at $4103.22; I’m keeping a running tally. That’s just steering, tires and wheels, brakes, suspension, and some of the interior. I still have the engine, trany, interior, and paint to go. I don’t look at it as how much I’ve spent but how much I’ve saved, Have you looked at the price of new trucks lately?

Here's my before and now but there's not much changed. It's been on jackstands for two months now.

Yeah, i had planned on a running tally too...but the receipts piled up so fast i stopped...so i probably am probably under estimating at $2500, but it helps me keep spending. HA!

Some of my neighbors HATE me...I live in an apartment complex and i used to pull my truck up right in front of my garage...then people started whining about me blocking the drive (BS! my buddies dully could get past with no problems!) and i got a nasty gram from the front office. Now i have to park next to them and run two extension cords to get power when i need it. One good thing came of it, where i work now is under a big ass shade tree, so i no longer have a red neck. (or maybe i still do?)

smashingchuck · 07-24-2008, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by tvblazer78

If I put down how much I had in the blazer my wife will find out some how and she would kill me. Plus I do not want to know, I would kill my self if I add up everything.. Some things are just good to keep to your self.

Well said. I would be embarrassed to even say how much I have in mine after multiple engines, transmissions, and bodyshops doing more harm than good.

babyJay · 07-24-2008, 11:41 AM

$5K in the 87, about $3K in the 79, and about $1200 in the 72 project. Most of the 87 was the purchase price, it came with a BOSS V-plow, then I sunk 1500 into interior replacement, floor pans, etc. It still has hardly any reverse, a leaking intake gasket (coolant), and the body looks like hell. The 79 still needs a rear bumper, paint, and something other than the Street Avenger carb (on it) I can't get adjusted right. The 72, well, that's all on hold right now.

f.monroe · 07-24-2008, 12:17 PM

I have 4 old trucks right now . I paid good money for at least two of them and the other two still were not cheap . I have way too much invested . On the other hand , I could sell all four of mine and might possibly be able to buy a truck that is built to the level of quality of Ken's Black 77 .
Frank

jdurant · 07-24-2008, 01:43 PM

I don't think you can buy a truck of that level. You have to build a truck of that level.

gafiredog · 07-24-2008, 03:53 PM

i don't want to even think about it, and its still not running.

C-10volvo · 07-24-2008, 08:27 PM

I do not this this question should be asked nor answered.
However, you must put it into perspective. The entertainment and fun working and or driving them are well worth it.

Square84 · 07-24-2008, 11:53 PM

i'd say 10k total for all three at this point

87Lowrider · 07-25-2008, 11:41 PM

What an inspirational thread!

I'm fired up... I wanna go buy something for the lowrider! One day recently, I asked my wife of 25 years to take care of paying the bills. OOPs! - she saw all the receipts!

She's a good sport though. The only thing she said was, "You could be doing worse things with the money"! Time for some more over-time.

Kenny

**N2TRUX** · 07-25-2008, 11:50 PM

Mine=

Slonaker · 07-26-2008, 06:53 AM

I have spent probably double or triple what it is worth, and it still looks like just another old pickup...

Slonaker

84GMCdiesel · 07-26-2008, 09:17 AM

I paid 3495 for the truck with a blown head gasget, but the rest of the truck was a cream puff, quite rare for a rust belt truck. I have $5000 in the engine replacement and a bit in the extras I added. Mike

**N2TRUX** · 07-27-2008, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jdurant

I don't think you can buy a truck of that level. ....

Sure you can, for the right amount of $$$$....

Thanks for the compliments guys.

jdurant · 07-27-2008, 02:39 AM

Well all I've got is---CCCC.

Imagine C being a cent symbol. I can't believe thats not on a keyboard.

I know I just confused the hell out of everybody.

GMBowtie79 · 07-27-2008, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by jdurant

Well all I've got is---CCCC.

Imagine C being a cent symbol. I can't believe thats not on a keyboard.

I know I just confused the hell out of everybody.

I think it's $. to get the cents. So just do that over and over again. $.$.$.$. see we get it. lol

LONGHAIR · 07-27-2008, 04:07 PM

Double post

LONGHAIR · 07-27-2008, 04:09 PM

I am actually surprised that someone would ask something like that? Seriously, unless you would bring it up, displaying your bargin skills or something....why would someone ask that, expecting a real answer?

ocbaud · 07-28-2008, 12:47 AM

i have receipts for around $12k, so more than likely i have around $15k in parts/labor into my truck....

f.monroe · 07-28-2008, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Mine=

I figured it was a little more than that .
Frank

Pushrod226 · 07-29-2008, 01:51 AM

Well lets see, I bought it for a G, Put a bunch of money into the new motor and suspension rebiuld 8 years ago. Drove it for 2 years and sold it for $1500. Bought it back 4 months later for $500 same condition few more miles. Since then it got Lowered 6" up front 9" out back, new wheels and tires, exhaust, front clip, doors, floor pans, rockers, cab supports, body mounts, custom raised bed floor, tailgate, not to mention the stuff I have but haven't put on yet and all the hardware for everything to go on nicely.

No idea how much I've got in it, don't care. I enjoy drivin my junkie ol' truck. I know how much $ I'd let it go for. Hows that sound?

AceX · 07-29-2008, 05:42 AM

More than I care to know...

I've been dreaming about my engine bay for a while not and I think I pretty much have the picture of what I want. Problem is, it's probably going to cost me close to $10k. That's if I don't get a Dropmember either...

Then there's my stereo... Yeah, that beast... *sigh*

For those who are wondering, no, I do not have plans to bag the truck. Never have, never will.

Realistically, probably somewhere around $12k...

jrsmith_2010 · 07-29-2008, 05:19 PM

i have had my 79 for almost 2 years now, bought it for $450. and sence then it has empted my pockets from paycheck to paycheck. id say about $5000 or so money wise, and about 350 hours in it. still PLENTY of money and time to get it done! here she is stock and then what i got now

before

after

interior

my 20s i got, soon to be put on

07-24-2008, 07:31 AM	#26
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: How much you got in that thing? I have got $50.00 in mine and another 50 and another 50 and another 50 and another 50---get the picture? It is not the cost but what you want that is important. My paint and body work was a good investment, so was the dollars spent on each and every engine that I put in the truck. I quit counting at the point that I doubled my investment on the original truck purchase price. Last edited by piecesparts; 07-24-2008 at 07:32 AM.

07-24-2008, 11:41 AM	#29
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: How much you got in that thing? $5K in the 87, about $3K in the 79, and about $1200 in the 72 project. Most of the 87 was the purchase price, it came with a BOSS V-plow, then I sunk 1500 into interior replacement, floor pans, etc. It still has hardly any reverse, a leaking intake gasket (coolant), and the body looks like hell. The 79 still needs a rear bumper, paint, and something other than the Street Avenger carb (on it) I can't get adjusted right. The 72, well, that's all on hold right now. __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW

07-24-2008, 12:17 PM	#30
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: How much you got in that thing? I have 4 old trucks right now . I paid good money for at least two of them and the other two still were not cheap . I have way too much invested . On the other hand , I could sell all four of mine and might possibly be able to buy a truck that is built to the level of quality of Ken's Black 77 . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

07-24-2008, 01:43 PM	#31
jdurant Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 679	Re: How much you got in that thing? I don't think you can buy a truck of that level. You have to build a truck of that level. __________________ Joseph 87 Turbo Buick 92 5.0 Mustang coupe 87 GMC Sierra SWB 82 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd

07-24-2008, 03:53 PM	#32
gafiredog Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: metro Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 196	Re: How much you got in that thing? i don't want to even think about it, and its still not running. __________________ Art 1975 c-10 stepper 1978 single cab dually 1987 crewcab dually 1986 crewcab single wheel 1948 anglia- (the dixie twister super gas)

07-24-2008, 08:27 PM	#33
C-10volvo Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,028	Re: How much you got in that thing? I do not this this question should be asked nor answered. However, you must put it into perspective. The entertainment and fun working and or driving them are well worth it. __________________ Ken Morgan For fun: 1964 Volvo 122 For slow: 1984 Chevrolet C-10 For everything else: 1997 BMW M3

07-24-2008, 11:53 PM	#34
Square84 I don't think these pills work Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: burkburnett,Tx Posts: 626	Re: How much you got in that thing? i'd say 10k total for all three at this point Attached Images __________________ SQUARE84 90 SUBURBAN

07-25-2008, 11:41 PM	#35
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: How much you got in that thing? What an inspirational thread! I'm fired up... I wanna go buy something for the lowrider! One day recently, I asked my wife of 25 years to take care of paying the bills. OOPs! - she saw all the receipts! She's a good sport though. The only thing she said was, "You could be doing worse things with the money"! Time for some more over-time. Kenny __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-25-2008, 11:50 PM	#36
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: How much you got in that thing? Mine= __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-26-2008, 06:53 AM	#37
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Re: How much you got in that thing? I have spent probably double or triple what it is worth, and it still looks like just another old pickup... Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

07-26-2008, 09:17 AM	#38
84GMCdiesel Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kokomo, IN Posts: 7	Re: How much you got in that thing? I paid 3495 for the truck with a blown head gasget, but the rest of the truck was a cream puff, quite rare for a rust belt truck. I have $5000 in the engine replacement and a bit in the extras I added. Mike

07-27-2008, 02:39 AM	#40
jdurant Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 679	Re: How much you got in that thing? Well all I've got is---CCCC. Imagine C being a cent symbol. I can't believe thats not on a keyboard. I know I just confused the hell out of everybody. __________________ Joseph 87 Turbo Buick 92 5.0 Mustang coupe 87 GMC Sierra SWB 82 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd

07-27-2008, 04:07 PM	#42
LONGHAIR just can't cover up my redneck Join Date: May 2004 Location: Columbus OH Posts: 11,414	Re: How much you got in that thing? Double post Last edited by LONGHAIR; 07-27-2008 at 04:10 PM. Reason: double post

07-27-2008, 04:09 PM	#43
LONGHAIR just can't cover up my redneck Join Date: May 2004 Location: Columbus OH Posts: 11,414	Re: How much you got in that thing? I am actually surprised that someone would ask something like that? Seriously, unless you would bring it up, displaying your bargin skills or something....why would someone ask that, expecting a real answer?

07-28-2008, 12:47 AM	#44
ocbaud Garage Queen Material Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: USA Posts: 4,129	Re: How much you got in that thing? i have receipts for around $12k, so more than likely i have around $15k in parts/labor into my truck.... Last edited by ocbaud; 07-28-2008 at 12:47 AM.



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07-29-2008, 01:51 AM	#46
Pushrod226 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Joliet IL. Posts: 64	Re: How much you got in that thing? Well lets see, I bought it for a G, Put a bunch of money into the new motor and suspension rebiuld 8 years ago. Drove it for 2 years and sold it for $1500. Bought it back 4 months later for $500 same condition few more miles. Since then it got Lowered 6" up front 9" out back, new wheels and tires, exhaust, front clip, doors, floor pans, rockers, cab supports, body mounts, custom raised bed floor, tailgate, not to mention the stuff I have but haven't put on yet and all the hardware for everything to go on nicely. No idea how much I've got in it, don't care. I enjoy drivin my junkie ol' truck. I know how much $ I'd let it go for. Hows that sound?

07-29-2008, 05:42 AM	#47
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: How much you got in that thing? More than I care to know... I've been dreaming about my engine bay for a while not and I think I pretty much have the picture of what I want. Problem is, it's probably going to cost me close to $10k. That's if I don't get a Dropmember either... Then there's my stereo... Yeah, that beast... sigh For those who are wondering, no, I do not have plans to bag the truck. Never have, never will. Realistically, probably somewhere around $12k... __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum.

07-29-2008, 05:19 PM	#48
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: How much you got in that thing? i have had my 79 for almost 2 years now, bought it for $450. and sence then it has empted my pockets from paycheck to paycheck. id say about $5000 or so money wise, and about 350 hours in it. still PLENTY of money and time to get it done! here she is stock and then what i got now before after interior my 20s i got, soon to be put on

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