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**BIG ORANGE** · 07-09-2003, 11:39 PM

I havent had any problem except from that (texparts) that sells chrome parts on ebay but that kinds turn out ok. I'm like Teeitup it pisses me off when someone tells you that they want something and you go out and boxs it up and you wait acouple weeks only to get a PM that they changed there mind or something and you had 3 other folks wanting the same part but you where trying to do right buy the person that was 1st. I alway send out my parts the very same day I get a MO unless it's Sat.
I've sold alot on here but I've bought alot also and I would say all in all there's some great people on here.
Doc's 70 sub
Kingparts
Tim C.
Chris H.
nu-72
and I'm sure there's more!

Warbones · 07-10-2003, 01:26 AM

67c10step

I didn't do as good as you. I bought a steering wheel that was supposed to be free from cracks and the one I received was full of them. He did use you as a reference as I was thinking about buying a whole truck from him before receiving the steering wheel. That made up my mind.

SWINGSAX68 · 07-10-2003, 01:49 AM

Good pictures, detailed discription......and ask lots of questions......don't be afraid to bug anyone about an item.....and be prepared to be bugged if your selling.
Trading is a good thing as well......I've only sold and shipped one item, I have bought a few....but everything else has been trades.
I have to admit I've been a lame duck about things, but one way or another I at least try to finish all the deals I am interested in.
and sometimes things don't end up the way you planned.......it's part of life. But taking a chance on this board will usually have great results!!!!!

*boytoytrading* · 07-10-2003, 02:12 AM

It's not only those who sell, sometimes it's those who buy. Someone else said, these are 30+ year old part's, nothing is perfect, If you want new, or perfect, buy aftermarket, even that's not a guarentee. And, If you buy, dont expect it over night, some of us have "real job's", we do this for fun, on the side.
Most of all, Dont leave your beer behind when you visit other member's, and have fun playing with what most women won't, and that's playing with the boy's toy's, dirt, grease, and grime, That's my time.

**COBALT** · 07-10-2003, 02:15 AM

I think over time just reading the board you get a sense of who's straight and who's not. Don't let the desire of getting your hands on a part keep you from waiting and buying it from someone with a good reputation. Be willing to walk away from the deal.

**Bowtie468** · 07-10-2003, 11:00 AM

Well said, Cobalt !!

Warbones · 07-10-2003, 01:23 PM

30 + year old parts wasn't the problem. I wasn't asking for new. A few hairline cracks still wouldn't be crack free but I could understand it. But small chunks missing?! LOL I asked him to make sure on more then one occasion that it was crack free. I know I am buying 30+ year old parts but if your selling at least try and come close to what your offering and I am sure most of you do. No harm done I will end up with a hanging lamp when done. I am to fat to fit behind the steering wheel comfortably anyway.

Gotta71C20 · 07-10-2003, 01:24 PM

Never had a bad experience in all the time I've been lurking or since I joined. Everyone I've dealt with has been scrupulously honest. Only commercial dealings have been with Wes at Classic Heartbeat and he has been perfect. I send everyone I know or meet with one of our trucks to him. I think I'm in love with this board!!! Larry

teeitup · 07-10-2003, 04:32 PM

I'm like you Big Orange I was going to name some great members but I can't even tell you all that I've dealt with through the mail but I can tell you the ones I met in person, (I got a list)!!! Boytoy your beer is still here in the house, your lucky the wife is pregant or it would be gone!

This is a very addictive board, just ask my wife how much I'm on here!!!!!

bcountry · 07-10-2003, 08:56 PM

I bought and sold off items on this board. make sure you ask questions and if possible get pics. The only dumb question is the one that is not asked

**JIMs70GMC** · 07-10-2003, 09:08 PM

What every body else said, plus if possible talk on the phone. I've had excellent dealings with Donnie (Big Orange) and Jerry Moss on some heavy bulky items(core support and drums). I've also bought numerous smaller items and everything was as listed.

*dtlilly* · 07-10-2003, 10:47 PM

I've bought and sold on here too (mostly buy

) Only one bad dealing with a previously mentioned "X" member.

This is the best board on the net, and filled with a lot of great people and knowledge.

minibike · 07-10-2003, 10:55 PM

Steve's Truck Parts is top notch...

Longhorn Man · 07-10-2003, 11:30 PM

Hmmm, a lamp from a steering wheel...crazy enough...it ust might work.
Now I need to buy me another junk steering wheel.

yellowgmc · 07-10-2003, 11:54 PM

i've only bought parts here once but it was a good experience. i bought 2 bed mounts from jimkshortstep4x4. everything was perfect. i'd definately reccomend buying parts from him.

Billy G · 07-11-2003, 07:11 AM

Ive been cruisin' this board for a couple months now....reading, watching, ect....and have often wondered...."Who Is?" and "Who Isnt?"....I think I have a good idea of whom I'd order from...be they commercial or individual.
There is alot of useful information available here....as well as parts and accessories. All questions I have asked have been READILY answered...and I thank you all for those answers and ideas.
It's getting to that point that Im ready to start ordering parts....all I can say is....*as my FAMOUS last words*....IMA GONNA!!!!!

Keep up the good work, advise, help...and last but not least...PATIENCE with ME!!

Billy G

07-09-2003, 11:39 PM	#26
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,752	I havent had any problem except from that (texparts) that sells chrome parts on ebay but that kinds turn out ok. I'm like Teeitup it pisses me off when someone tells you that they want something and you go out and boxs it up and you wait acouple weeks only to get a PM that they changed there mind or something and you had 3 other folks wanting the same part but you where trying to do right buy the person that was 1st. I alway send out my parts the very same day I get a MO unless it's Sat. I've sold alot on here but I've bought alot also and I would say all in all there's some great people on here. Doc's 70 sub Kingparts Tim C. Chris H. nu-72 and I'm sure there's more! __________________ Things happen for a reason!

07-10-2003, 01:26 AM	#27
Warbones Navel Inspector Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wichita, Ks Posts: 1,373	67c10step I didn't do as good as you. I bought a steering wheel that was supposed to be free from cracks and the one I received was full of them. He did use you as a reference as I was thinking about buying a whole truck from him before receiving the steering wheel. That made up my mind. __________________ 1948 Chevy Aerosedan GONE! I think. 1984 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Coupe WANTED 1967 IMPALA 1967 CST C10 Long Bed with a 283

07-10-2003, 01:49 AM	#28
SWINGSAX68 Now the others dig........ Join Date: May 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,520	Good pictures, detailed discription......and ask lots of questions......don't be afraid to bug anyone about an item.....and be prepared to be bugged if your selling. Trading is a good thing as well......I've only sold and shipped one item, I have bought a few....but everything else has been trades. I have to admit I've been a lame duck about things, but one way or another I at least try to finish all the deals I am interested in. and sometimes things don't end up the way you planned.......it's part of life. But taking a chance on this board will usually have great results!!!!! __________________ 68 Chevy C10 Stepside Black Primer 78 GMC Longbed White 09 Chevy Silverado Shortbed Granite Blue *LOOKING FOR A 67 4 DOOR IMPALA!!!Just like Sam and Dean Winchester!! 'Cause Mustangs are for p^#$ and you can fit a body in the trunk of a 67 Impala* MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Texas State University-San Marcos, TX Certified Music Educator I hope Mom is up there watching and being my Guardian Angel "I've got a fever.....and the only prescription.....IS MORE COW BELL" -The Legendary: Bruce Dickenson "F#$@ 'em up!!!!!!" -The Legendary: Rogelio Escobar TRUCKY LINKS** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=457750 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=461184 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=472848 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417541 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477788

07-10-2003, 02:12 AM	#29
boytoytrading Account Suspended Join Date: May 2003 Location: Base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs Co Posts: 376	Buying, selling It's not only those who sell, sometimes it's those who buy. Someone else said, these are 30+ year old part's, nothing is perfect, If you want new, or perfect, buy aftermarket, even that's not a guarentee. And, If you buy, dont expect it over night, some of us have "real job's", we do this for fun, on the side. Most of all, Dont leave your beer behind when you visit other member's, and have fun playing with what most women won't, and that's playing with the boy's toy's, dirt, grease, and grime, That's my time.

07-10-2003, 02:15 AM	#30
COBALT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Seattle, WA, USA Posts: 5,817	I think over time just reading the board you get a sense of who's straight and who's not. Don't let the desire of getting your hands on a part keep you from waiting and buying it from someone with a good reputation. Be willing to walk away from the deal. __________________ '69 3/4 ton C20 2wd-350ci/TH400 '69 3/4 ton Custom 20 2wd-350ci/4sp Manual '99 2wd 5.7 Chevy Tahoe Seattle, WA.

07-10-2003, 11:00 AM	#31
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Well said, Cobalt !! __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

07-10-2003, 01:23 PM	#32
Warbones Navel Inspector Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wichita, Ks Posts: 1,373	30 + year old parts wasn't the problem. I wasn't asking for new. A few hairline cracks still wouldn't be crack free but I could understand it. But small chunks missing?! LOL I asked him to make sure on more then one occasion that it was crack free. I know I am buying 30+ year old parts but if your selling at least try and come close to what your offering and I am sure most of you do. No harm done I will end up with a hanging lamp when done. I am to fat to fit behind the steering wheel comfortably anyway. __________________ 1948 Chevy Aerosedan GONE! I think. 1984 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Coupe WANTED 1967 IMPALA 1967 CST C10 Long Bed with a 283

07-10-2003, 01:24 PM	#33
Gotta71C20 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Belfair, Wa. USA Posts: 80	Never had a bad experience in all the time I've been lurking or since I joined. Everyone I've dealt with has been scrupulously honest. Only commercial dealings have been with Wes at Classic Heartbeat and he has been perfect. I send everyone I know or meet with one of our trucks to him. I think I'm in love with this board!!! Larry

07-10-2003, 04:32 PM	#34
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	I'm like you Big Orange I was going to name some great members but I can't even tell you all that I've dealt with through the mail but I can tell you the ones I met in person, (I got a list)!!! Boytoy your beer is still here in the house, your lucky the wife is pregant or it would be gone! This is a very addictive board, just ask my wife how much I'm on here!!!!! __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure" Last edited by teeitup; 07-10-2003 at 10:32 PM.

07-10-2003, 08:56 PM	#35
bcountry Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: shepherdsville,ky,usa Posts: 111	I bought and sold off items on this board. make sure you ask questions and if possible get pics. The only dumb question is the one that is not asked __________________ 1970 chevy c-20 longbed stepside 1939 chevy 1/2 stepside 1999 chevy z-71 extended cab 1974 oldsmobile cutlass supreme

07-10-2003, 09:08 PM	#36
JIMs70GMC user # 2756 Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 4,612	What every body else said, plus if possible talk on the phone. I've had excellent dealings with Donnie (Big Orange) and Jerry Moss on some heavy bulky items(core support and drums). I've also bought numerous smaller items and everything was as listed. __________________ 1970 K25, 8' stepside bed 350/465/205 44 up front, 60 in the rear 4.10s rolling on 33" Dunlop MTs 1986 K5, 350/465/208 Dana 60/14 bolt from a cucv 36" Super Swampers TSL/SX 1983 K20 w/ CUCV axles, 350/700R4/208 sitting on 37" Goodyears 1986 M1031 6.2 diesel, TH400/NP205 locker in the rear and a LS in the front, all stock for now..... 1986 K30, 350/400/205 dana 60 and 14 bolt. I kept the drivetrain. Body/bad and chassis are gone. 1981 K30, 350/465/205 dana 60 and dually 14 bolt. Has a G80, and a flat bed. Going to replace the flat bed. 1985 K20, 350/400/208 10 bolt and SF 14 bolt. I wonder where I can find some 1 tons. Hmmmmm

07-10-2003, 10:47 PM	#37
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	I've bought and sold on here too (mostly buy ) Only one bad dealing with a previously mentioned "X" member. This is the best board on the net, and filled with a lot of great people and knowledge. Last edited by dtlilly; 07-10-2003 at 11:05 PM.

07-10-2003, 10:55 PM	#38
minibike Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 500	Steve's Truck Parts is top notch... __________________ 69 SWB LT1/4L60E www.classicplace.com

07-10-2003, 11:30 PM	#39
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Hmmm, a lamp from a steering wheel...crazy enough...it ust might work. Now I need to buy me another junk steering wheel.

07-10-2003, 11:54 PM	#40
yellowgmc Getting cabin fever?!?!?! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: chisholm, mn Posts: 1,679	i've only bought parts here once but it was a good experience. i bought 2 bed mounts from jimkshortstep4x4. everything was perfect. i'd definately reccomend buying parts from him. __________________ Member of the Discs Up Front Club 1972 GMC 1500 1994 F-150 XL 4x4 Tact is for people not whitty enough to be sarcastic



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07-11-2003, 07:11 AM	#41
Billy G Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Dayton, Tx (in Old River) Posts: 286	Ive been cruisin' this board for a couple months now....reading, watching, ect....and have often wondered...."Who Is?" and "Who Isnt?"....I think I have a good idea of whom I'd order from...be they commercial or individual. There is alot of useful information available here....as well as parts and accessories. All questions I have asked have been READILY answered...and I thank you all for those answers and ideas. It's getting to that point that Im ready to start ordering parts....all I can say is....as my FAMOUS last words....IMA GONNA!!!!! Keep up the good work, advise, help...and last but not least...PATIENCE with ME!! Billy G __________________ My FAMOUS LAST WORDS...."Ima Gonna!!" - 1970 GMC 1500 swb/step 250 I-6 3 spd - "The GEM" - 1976 Chev Scotsdale swb/step 350/350 - "The JEWEL" - 1982 Chev C-10 swb/step 250 I-6 3 spd - - 2001 Chev Silverado LT -

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