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f.monroe · 09-26-2010, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

And mine had them.

They would not have been factory on a 1973. I think they were mostly an option on 74's and were standard by 75. I like the look of the smooth cab on the early models.
The truck looks great Jeff. Nice work .I imagine the feeling of driving it for the first time in years will only be outdone by the feeling of all that torque on hand when you push the loud pedal.
Frank

KQQL IT · 09-26-2010, 08:06 PM

I don't know the history on the truck. As its a lien sale survivor.
Posted via Mobile Device

Restrorob · 09-26-2010, 08:46 PM

Lookin good Jeff !!!

Every time I see a pic of your truck I remember your burn-out till the tire slings apart vid, I still can't believe you did that with this nice truck....

joe231 · 09-26-2010, 08:55 PM

nice!!
those bumpers are SLICK!! (pun intended

)

Jonboy · 09-26-2010, 09:51 PM

Absolutely gorgeous, Jeff. My yellow '73 was pretty nice, and it doesn't even come close to yours. That will be magazine material when it is done.

*Stitch* · 09-26-2010, 09:53 PM

Man Jeff that looks good man...keep it up buddy...you'll be driving in no time...

85gmcguy · 09-26-2010, 10:14 PM

That is one nice looking truck! I love the minor mods (stake pockets, fuel door, etc). I borrowed (stole) your fuel door idea for my truck. (Thanks!)

dieselarmy13 · 09-26-2010, 10:19 PM

Nice!

TheWhiteElephant · 09-26-2010, 10:22 PM

Looks fantastic. I've never seen the '73 grille with the trim pieces like that. I'd love to find a grille for my '73 in good condition like that.

benoit454 · 09-26-2010, 11:06 PM

love it man, the stance, the color, the sport bumpers, the smooth no bolt head showing, all of it.

bigblock73 · 09-26-2010, 11:28 PM

Thanks everyone for all the positive feedback. I wasn't sure how most of the folks here would respond to it...it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

What yellow is that it photographs well

It is a custom blend, part Dodge Viper yellow and part Honda yellow

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Originally Posted by WigglesTheHoly

on the shaved door locks did you just put in a key-less entry or? What is the backup plan if they fail? Is there a switch under the hood? I think I'm going to steal your shaved bed pockets idea too that looks too sweet not to.

I am still not sure what I need to do there. I will likelt be posting a thread shortly on what I need, and should do. Regardless, guys do this all the time, so I am not re-inventing the wheel.

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Originally Posted by Restrorob

Every time I see a pic of your truck I remember your burn-out till the tire slings apart vid, I still can't believe you did that with this nice truck....

That was an expensive 30 seconds, and part of the reason I tore the truck down...so I could restore it, and fix the stuff I damaged doing the burn out contest (nuked posi, bent bed floor, bent bedside). It was fun though, glad you liked the video

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

Absolutely gorgeous, Jeff. My yellow '73 was pretty nice, and it doesn't even come close to yours. That will be magazine material when it is done.

A magazine feature would be super neat, just not sure it will ever happen...my truck isn't exactly folowing todays trends

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Originally Posted by 85gmcguy

That is one nice looking truck! I love the minor mods (stake pockets, fuel door, etc). I borrowed (stole) your fuel door idea for my truck. (Thanks!)

You didn't steal it, I put it out there and wrote the article so others could do the same if they chose. Have any pics of yours? Would love to see it.

Again, thanks everyone for the positive reception!

menace121978 · 09-26-2010, 11:48 PM

"old school" is where it all started buddy!! i love what your doing and where your going with it for sure

WigglesTheHoly · 09-26-2010, 11:49 PM

ok I haven't seen this burn our video link...anybody..link please.

bigblock73 · 09-26-2010, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by WigglesTheHoly

ok I haven't seen this burn our video link...anybody..link please.

http://www.73-87.com/videos/ONE_240x160_15fps.mpg

http://www.73-87.com/videos/TWO_240x160_15fps.mpg

Videos were taken at the '96 Car Craft Summer Nationals burn out contest. I won my rounds, that is until I blew up the RR tire...then I was DQ'd.

*Stitch* · 09-26-2010, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

"old school" is where it all started buddy!! i love what your doing and where your going with it for sure

x2

*Stitch* · 09-27-2010, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

http://www.73-87.com/videos/ONE_240x160_15fps.mpg

http://www.73-87.com/videos/TWO_240x160_15fps.mpg

Videos were taken at the '96 Car Craft Summer Nationals burn out contest. I won my rounds, that is until I blew up the RR tire...then I was DQ'd.

is that your mug driving...it's nice to put a face to the voice...

WigglesTheHoly · 09-27-2010, 12:02 AM

damn man you really know how to destroy a tire lol. I'm actually going to be in the cities for a short period of time in about a week and a half for the Zombie Pub Crawl.

SCOTI · 09-27-2010, 12:02 AM

Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Stitch

is that your mug driving...it's nice to put a face to the voice...

Keep in mind, that video is 14 yeard old..I am uglier now...lol

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by WigglesTheHoly

damn man you really know how to destroy a tire lol. I'm actually going to be in the cities for a short period of time in about a week and a half for the Zombie Pub Crawl.

Send me a PM when you get in town, maybe we can meet up.

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....

Hahah, I do have a pair of truck 8's and Van 7's in the garage...in case I want to go there again.

KQQL IT · 09-27-2010, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....

Old school 67ish short hub caps
and matching 67 chevelle mirrors with

KQQL IT · 09-27-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

It is a custom blend, part Dodge Viper yellow and part Honda yellow

thanks ive been leaning towards the 2009 Honda S2000 yellow

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

Old school 67ish short hub caps
and matching 67 chevelle mirrors with

Forgot to mention earlier the mirrors were omitted as well...nut I will be putting those you peak of on my 77 when I re-do it...might run the Rallys on it while I am at it.

EDIT: That is a nice yellow BTW, you should be happy with it...I would be.

68longhorn · 09-27-2010, 07:20 AM

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it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension

Just the way I like it! Great looking truck!

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09-26-2010, 08:55 PM	#29
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09-26-2010, 09:51 PM	#30
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09-26-2010, 09:53 PM	#31
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: 1st time out of the garage, and now with bumpers on! Man Jeff that looks good man...keep it up buddy...you'll be driving in no time...

09-26-2010, 10:14 PM	#32
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09-26-2010, 10:19 PM	#33
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09-26-2010, 10:22 PM	#34
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09-26-2010, 11:06 PM	#35
benoit454 Chris Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Monaville, WV Posts: 3,737	Re: 1st time out of the garage, and now with bumpers on! love it man, the stance, the color, the sport bumpers, the smooth no bolt head showing, all of it. __________________ Chris GIT R DONE!!!!!! Check out all our rides, http://www.cardomain.com/id/benwa454

09-26-2010, 11:48 PM	#37
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: 1st time out of the garage, and now with bumpers on! "old school" is where it all started buddy!! i love what your doing and where your going with it for sure __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-26-2010, 11:49 PM	#38
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09-27-2010, 12:02 AM	#42
WigglesTheHoly IT Guy/ Father/ Chevy lover Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hoisington, KS Posts: 568	Re: 1st time out of the garage, and now with bumpers on! damn man you really know how to destroy a tire lol. I'm actually going to be in the cities for a short period of time in about a week and a half for the Zombie Pub Crawl. __________________ 78 Chevy (Pictures) SOLD 79 Chevy LWB (pasture) 83 Chevy LWB (crushed rusted beyond repair) 02 TrailBlazer SOLD 03 VW Passat wagonSOLD 95 extended cab silveradoSOLD (still in family) 05 Crew Cab Silverado 5.3 (The Turd) WTB: 66 El camino Technology Specialist aspiring to be a gear head.

09-27-2010, 12:02 AM	#43
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