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ddsmith · 08-22-2003, 10:18 PM

It must be my turn. I'm Don Smith. I've been on the board for 2-3yrs. I was bought up in the Erie, Pa area and moved in my junior and senior year of high school. Joined the Navy while living in Wappinger Falls, NY. Nuclear trained and spent 9 yrs active duty riding submarines. Got married and had a girl while in the service. Worked at Electric Boat in Groton, CT as a Quality Assurance Specialist for 4 yrs as a civilian government employee. Decided I needed more challenging work so I got a job at a Nuclear Power Plant 30 minutes from where my Mother lives in Southern Maryland. My job now is to assure the safety of the public by operating the reactors properly. That took 1 1/2 years of additional full time training to recieve my license. Been here for 11 years. I'm 43 yrs old and have been married for 20 yrs. My daughter is 16 and just got her drivers license. I still haven't got her turned into a truck lover. The best I can do is El Camino/ Ranchero. I haven't lost hope yet. That's my life in a nutshell.

**BIG ORANGE** · 08-22-2003, 10:21 PM

Hello all, for those who dont know me my name is Donnie Snipes I'm 39 yrs old and work for Advance Auto Parts as a Inventory Manager,married for 11yrs this time.lol And have a 9 yr old son and 19 year old daugther from my prevs. marriage. I've been building and selling 67/72 Chevys and GMC trucks and parts for 9yrs and really enjoy it. Have 2 projects underway at this time a 69 swb Harley Davison truck and a 72 swb BB truck! And Project Orange on the back burner again,maybe next year! I live in Lancaster South Carolina born and raised!!!!!!

junkyardjohn · 08-22-2003, 10:22 PM

HI ..... I'M JOHN, LIVE IN NEVADA, BEEN DOING THESE TRUCKS FOR ABOUT 18 YEARS & YES ..... I'M AN ADMITTED "PARTS WHORE". I'M 45 YEARS OLD, RETIRED, & JUST PLAY WITH TRUCKS ALL THE TIME. I'M ONE OF THE FEW PEOPLE ON THIS BOARD THAT THINK THAT "LONGHORN" TRUCKS ARE 2 FEET TOO LONG, & OCHRE IS A BUTT UGLY COLOR.

hobby67stepside · 08-22-2003, 10:57 PM

I guess I'll add my stuff. I think I'm the oldest to add to this thread. I'm 55 and am a farmer in NW Iowa. I've been a street rodder for about 33 years. My first project was a '48 F-1. I wish I still had it. I've done many over the years. I'm married to my wife for soon to be 31 years. I have two daughters. The older one married and gave us a grandson just 6 weeks ago. I just decided to get into the '67-72 scene two years ago. I've been working on my short step '67 for about a year and a half. Got the drive train all installed after a total ground up rebuild. 454 with Muncie 4- speed. I have a lot of body work done (cab rebuilt - took lots of time and aftermarket patch panels). At the present time I am in the process of getting all my machinery ready for harvest.

weasel29gm · 08-22-2003, 11:51 PM

Howdy all, I'm Weasel (aka) as Mark. Most call me Weasel!! West Virginia born and raised. Work for a auto stamping plant for 7 yrs. Married 20 yrs. to Kathy, 3 kids. I'm 44 and have a 69 SWB for 17 yrs. Slowly gettin' it back together. Love these old trucks and very addicted to this forum board. I've meet over 30 members here and they are good folks to know.

SWINGSAX68 · 08-23-2003, 02:39 AM

Whats goin on, I'm Rogelio Escobar, but my freinds call me Roger. I'm from San Marcos/San Antonio, TX and I have always loved chevy trucks, since my dads 78 1 ton to my girlfreinds 63 stepside. I'm 23 and my 68 is my first vehicle EVER...had it for almost 2 years...have only driven it less than 6 months.....just a bad crankshaft. I always wanted to fix my dads 78 up and drive it.....I wanted it to be my truck when I got older, well....at least I have the motor in my 68 now

. There are great people on this board and without them I would not have gotten where I am right now. I am not a mechanic or body guy, but I do as much as I can, and if I can't I'm there watching and learning.

Chevy Wrench · 08-23-2003, 02:44 AM

My turn....
Hello, Im John, 33 years old. Live in Salt Lake City. Moved up here from Tucson, Az. a little over 2 years ago. Used to own a recording studio, now Im employed as an auto mechanic. I have basicaly 3 projects going. My 1940 Chevy truck, 1967 swb, and my ongoing, daily driven, beat to death 1994 Silverado ( actually, its not that beat) Yes, Iam obsessed with Chevy trucks. My girlfriend and I are expecting our first child in mid September, and I have a black lab named Pepper ( my first child) and, we are currantly in the process of buying our first home. In my opinion, this board is the best community I have ever been a part of. I have learned a lot, and hopefully have helped others as well. Hats off to everyone

*Phillip Johnson* · 08-23-2003, 04:24 AM

As the name says, Im Phil, Im at the wrong end of 49 and have 4 boys, one daughter, no grand kids (yet), only one son still home. Married for 27 years. I retired a few years back (medical) and now am trying to live the good life in Grants Pass Oregon. My first truck was a 1972 3/4 4x4 Cheyenne that I got NEW for making it out of High School. Owned it for 28 years until about 3 years ago and had a brain fart and got stupid and sold it. I sure miss that truck! ive had so many other 67-72 trucks, Blazers, Suburbans in the past 30 years, I couldn't begain to tell you how many. My daily driver "was" my 1980 Corvette until gas turned to gold. Now I use my Suzuki Samuri that I bought to tow behind my motorhome. 30+ mpg. What can I say. My latest project is a 71 3/4 Cheyenne 2wd. Wife is an RN, delivers babies and also teaches Nursing at the local college. Has a Masters and now is working on her PhD.
Soon I will get the "Doctor" name in front of mine! Retirement really sucked after the first 6 months. Doctor said "get a hobby or DIE" I have played with trucks ever since!
Own several Quarter Horses along with my German Shorthair dogs.
Been on the board for about 3 years.. Great job Josh! Im really not the a$$hole that a few have accused me of being!

krue · 08-23-2003, 06:08 AM

My name is Krue (howd ya'll guess) I am 32 years old, married for 5 years with 2 boys to scatter my tools. I was raised in South Mississippi, and after an 8 year sentence in the Navy riding submarines I am now back in South Mississippi. I have a 70 GMC swb stepside that I drive almost daily. It needs some work but I haven't managed to get off my butt and get started on it. I guess I am scared that if I take it apart it won't ever be put back together again!

c-tenkid · 08-23-2003, 05:07 PM

I'm John.Live in festus missouri.Work at KFC.Been doing it for 2 years.I am only 18.I still got a long way to go.

I have a 69lwb with a 350/3 speed.The motor is currently getting rebuilt.I am also going to start the body work this winter.Hopefully it wont turn into a frame off.I also have a 67 LWB I am thinking about getting rid of to get a shortbed s-10 to turn into a dragtruck.Something to play with so I don't have to tear my 69 up.I have had my 67 since the end of last december and I got my 69 sometime last spring.I haven't been into them long.I am hooked for life though.Hopefully one day my 69 will be as nice as what some of you guys have.

heyjoe · 08-23-2003, 06:08 PM

Where y'at!
I'm Joe, born, raised, and living in Metairie which is next door to New Orleans. Residing with my wife of 19 years, we have a son 18 and a daughter 14. I'm 53 years old and a painting contractor. I paint many houses in the New Orleans' Garden District.

I inherited my '67 C20 fleetside in 1982 from my dad who bought it brand spankin' new. It is my everyday work truck, it was his also.

Fortunate as hell to find this board (and a great bunch of folks) -- been most helpful in keeping the ol'67 going. Ol'67 is kinda beaten down but starts up everyday.

This thread makes for interesting reading.

heyjoe

**uncle** · 08-23-2003, 07:43 PM

Hey my name is Tim, I've watched this site for several years. I'm 42 no wife, no kids,no job. Been foolin with these trucks for about 12 years, and my yard shows it. Anyway I've had a computer for about a month now and hope to post some pictures and get rid of a few parts soon. Nice to meet YALL! P.S. I'm not even going to attempt to list all the trucks I own.

biglou55 · 08-23-2003, 10:05 PM

HI the name is lou Iam 53. I live in greenfield mass. i have been married for25 years to a saint named sherry.( for putting up with my b.s. and truck addiction. I am a full time carpenter for the state of mass. I also have a part time small engine repair business. I have been a grease monkey all my life. I own a 68 long fleetside out of cali. a 69 long step a 71 short step. all future projects. four kids still at home never enough time or money. not to many 67-72 truck nuts around here. maybe some day they will smarten up and comeover to the good life ( he he he.

Lucky59 · 08-23-2003, 11:34 PM

Hey, My name is Terry. I live in "Homefield" Saskatchewan Canada. I am 17 turning 18 December 25th. I have been married for 6 years, with 2 kids... HEHE. Actually not even a girlfriend at the moment, but it will come... Umm, I have been around cars and trucks since before I can remember. Same way with snowmobiling. I am currently working as a Junior service technician at the John Deere dealer in town. I am currently working on my 59 Chevy truck... It has been a long road... bout 5 years but it should be done this year... Depending on how things go. After the truck is done, I would really like to find a el camino, preferably a 70' but good luck with that one. Anyways, thats me in a nutshell.

BTW, you will see me sign my posts as Lucky at the end... its cause my last name is Lucky, Just to let you guys now... It isnt a self given nickname, hehe.

Lucky

orange72350 · 08-24-2003, 12:28 AM

Howdy Howdy
Names Dale Parkin, live in high level, alberta, canada, bout 3 hours from the territories border. Nearly 17, been at the 72 gmc longbed for about 2 years, bout it as a resto project for me and dad to do before i got the license, but said screw it and bought a skidoo. Recently started my apprenticship as a heavy equipment technician. take off for my first year of school in about 7 months time. Been trying to build up my 72 while still being able drive her nearly daily, but we all know how that goes. recently dropped in a built up rebuilt 350. Im heavy into motocross, preferably on 4 wheels. also really into drag racing snowmobiles, got a built up 2000 mxz 700. lotsa fun, winter and summer. thats about my life in a nutshell. Me in all my glory. take care
dale

72 CustomCamper · 08-24-2003, 12:52 AM

[QUOTE]Originally posted by No3Fan4Ever
recently bought the 70 GMC Longhorn to try to fill the void of selling a big block Chevelle SS about 23 yrs ago

Hey Tim. I could help you fill that void. I have a 72 Chevelle SS clone that I'm trying to sell. I'm not that far from you either.

Chuck

lux hauler · 08-24-2003, 12:58 AM

These threads are always interesting.
My name is Paris (no, I've never been there nor was I conceived there

) and live just west of Cleveland and have been in this area all my 33 years.
I'm not married and don't have any kids.....unless my dog (Shawna) counts as one.

I work as an assembler for Ford Motor Co. at a parts plant. Have been with the company for a little over 9 years......I thank God for a good job. Seriously!!!
I've had my fairly clean, unmolested '72 LWB truck a little over two years and still haven't made up my mind as to what I want to do with it.

One of these days I'll make up my mind.

I'd like to thank everyone involved in keeping this site up and running on a daily basis. It's been a good source of information. I just wish I could remember everything I've read.

*holds up the microphone* Who's next?

JayDubBlazer · 08-24-2003, 01:06 AM

My name is Wes, I was in the Army for four years as a Combat Engineer and a tour in Bosnia (Got to blow up alot of landmines). Presently I am a Senior in Industrial Engineering with a minor in Business at Iowa State University, or I would be a student except I am deployed in Kuwait with the Iowa National Guard right now. Hopefully will be back in time to go to school in the spring. Bought my first 72 blazer when I was 17 had it for 1 1/2 fun filled years buy parents conviced me to sell it when I left for the Army. Bought an Eddie Bauer Bronco, threw a rod on the way down to Ft. Hood (worst truck I have ever had). Bought my current blazer 2 years ago and have been addicted ever since.

c-tenkid · 08-24-2003, 02:02 AM

orange72350 your heavily into mx on 4-wheels huh.What kind of bike you got?

I have an 86trx250r.Right now the motor is out.I just got done putting all new bearing throughout the whole bike.New wheels and tires,850 dollars worth of crap.Now I have to get the motor done.I am planning on a 310 kit with a whole new bottom end.

Being 18 and working at KFC isn't helping pay for a 4-wheeler, and a truck.

smokekiki · 08-25-2003, 08:42 AM

My name,Mike 39 born and raised in Plowville Pa,anyone who has gone to maple grove dragstrip,plowville is where you turn off route 10.Now live in the West Chester Pa area with my wife of 10 years.Both of us are into trucks.She has a 72 blazer,and I have a 72 suburban and a 70 c10 longbed I bought at goodwill for $2oo when I was 16.Was an owner/operator till I lost my leg this year,wife is a controller for a local FORD dealer.Not sure how that happened seeing that she has a 69 chevelle that she bought when 20. On the lookout for a 70 chevelle convertible

VTKidder · 08-25-2003, 08:51 AM

Adam Kidder, 24, live in Cambridge VT. I've got my Bachelor's degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering; currently a mechanical engineer for IBM Microelectronics. 3 layoffs in 2 years = not too pumped about my job and security, but it buys parts for the truck for now!!!!

cheyguy · 08-25-2003, 12:51 PM

Hey! I'm Mike, 32, married for 7 years with 2 kids (Alex-5, Amanda-3). I've worked in the cable industry for 7 years, currently I'm a preventive mainteance technichian (I fix the problems the newer guys can't) in Murfreesboro, TN. I was raised in Nickerson, KS and came to Mid-Tenn to go to college, met my wife, and needless to say am still here.

I got my truck as a hand-me-down from Dad when I was 17. I never wanted to tell myself "I should have never sold that truck", so it sat back in Kansas while I did the college and newlywed thing. Now that I have a garage big enough to house her, I have FINALLY started the restro after 9 years.

This board is the GREATEST!! The knowledge I have/will learn is priceless. I don't post often, but read daily. Thanks everyone!

boraxman · 08-25-2003, 01:17 PM

Hi, my name is Dave and im a truckaholic. I live in California about 30 miles north of Los Angeles. Im 41 single and loving it! Im a Telecom Tech. for U.S. Borax. Proud owner of a 1970 Chevy shortbed hot rod.

toms68cst · 08-25-2003, 01:52 PM

My name is Tom (Duh!) 43 married with an 8 year old boy and a 7 year old girl.

I have worked for 19 years as an instrumentation/controls tech. for Johnson Controls Inc.

I've been in love with our series of trucks since I was a teenager. Our neighbors had a sharp red 3/4 ton 4X4 72 that they used for plowing. That was always my dream truck. I owned a green/white topped 69 Custom while I was in college and bought my white 68 about 6 years ago. My boy is already asking who gets the 68 after I croak. He's setting his sights on it!

Steven Sellers · 08-25-2003, 07:28 PM

<<<<<< is my name of course I grew up in Northwest TN and I have been in the Navy for 16+ years my first 12 was as an Instrumentman and now Im into communications, I get to drive M932's every day and couldnt be happier. BIG ORANGE sold me my truck and I am now trying to decide which way I wanna go with my restoration.

08-22-2003, 10:18 PM	#26
ddsmith Glowing since 1978 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Lusby,MD,USA Posts: 532	It must be my turn. I'm Don Smith. I've been on the board for 2-3yrs. I was bought up in the Erie, Pa area and moved in my junior and senior year of high school. Joined the Navy while living in Wappinger Falls, NY. Nuclear trained and spent 9 yrs active duty riding submarines. Got married and had a girl while in the service. Worked at Electric Boat in Groton, CT as a Quality Assurance Specialist for 4 yrs as a civilian government employee. Decided I needed more challenging work so I got a job at a Nuclear Power Plant 30 minutes from where my Mother lives in Southern Maryland. My job now is to assure the safety of the public by operating the reactors properly. That took 1 1/2 years of additional full time training to recieve my license. Been here for 11 years. I'm 43 yrs old and have been married for 20 yrs. My daughter is 16 and just got her drivers license. I still haven't got her turned into a truck lover. The best I can do is El Camino/ Ranchero. I haven't lost hope yet. That's my life in a nutshell. __________________ 66 Chevy C30 Stakebody Dump, PS,PB, 327cu in 71 Corvette Coupe 454 4 speed 69 Chevy C20 Custom Camper

08-22-2003, 10:21 PM	#27
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,752	Hello all, for those who dont know me my name is Donnie Snipes I'm 39 yrs old and work for Advance Auto Parts as a Inventory Manager,married for 11yrs this time.lol And have a 9 yr old son and 19 year old daugther from my prevs. marriage. I've been building and selling 67/72 Chevys and GMC trucks and parts for 9yrs and really enjoy it. Have 2 projects underway at this time a 69 swb Harley Davison truck and a 72 swb BB truck! And Project Orange on the back burner again,maybe next year! I live in Lancaster South Carolina born and raised!!!!!! __________________ Things happen for a reason!

08-22-2003, 10:22 PM	#28
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	HI ..... I'M JOHN, LIVE IN NEVADA, BEEN DOING THESE TRUCKS FOR ABOUT 18 YEARS & YES ..... I'M AN ADMITTED "PARTS WHORE". I'M 45 YEARS OLD, RETIRED, & JUST PLAY WITH TRUCKS ALL THE TIME. I'M ONE OF THE FEW PEOPLE ON THIS BOARD THAT THINK THAT "LONGHORN" TRUCKS ARE 2 FEET TOO LONG, & OCHRE IS A BUTT UGLY COLOR. __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

08-22-2003, 10:57 PM	#29
hobby67stepside Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: NW Iowa Posts: 952	I guess I'll add my stuff. I think I'm the oldest to add to this thread. I'm 55 and am a farmer in NW Iowa. I've been a street rodder for about 33 years. My first project was a '48 F-1. I wish I still had it. I've done many over the years. I'm married to my wife for soon to be 31 years. I have two daughters. The older one married and gave us a grandson just 6 weeks ago. I just decided to get into the '67-72 scene two years ago. I've been working on my short step '67 for about a year and a half. Got the drive train all installed after a total ground up rebuild. 454 with Muncie 4- speed. I have a lot of body work done (cab rebuilt - took lots of time and aftermarket patch panels). At the present time I am in the process of getting all my machinery ready for harvest. __________________ '05 2500 HD Silverado 6.0 liter '97 2500 4X4 454 eng '92 2500 4X4 350 eng '78 K20 4X4 400 eng '70 Boss 302 (owner for 27 years) '57 Ford shortbox 383 stroker TH350 tranny '23 T-bucket (built in '78) '02 Explorer '67 C-10 short step NW Iowa Last edited by hobby67stepside; 08-22-2003 at 11:00 PM.

08-22-2003, 11:51 PM	#30
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,092	Howdy all, I'm Weasel (aka) as Mark. Most call me Weasel!! West Virginia born and raised. Work for a auto stamping plant for 7 yrs. Married 20 yrs. to Kathy, 3 kids. I'm 44 and have a 69 SWB for 17 yrs. Slowly gettin' it back together. Love these old trucks and very addicted to this forum board. I've meet over 30 members here and they are good folks to know. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

08-23-2003, 02:39 AM	#31
SWINGSAX68 Now the others dig........ Join Date: May 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,520	Whats goin on, I'm Rogelio Escobar, but my freinds call me Roger. I'm from San Marcos/San Antonio, TX and I have always loved chevy trucks, since my dads 78 1 ton to my girlfreinds 63 stepside. I'm 23 and my 68 is my first vehicle EVER...had it for almost 2 years...have only driven it less than 6 months.....just a bad crankshaft. I always wanted to fix my dads 78 up and drive it.....I wanted it to be my truck when I got older, well....at least I have the motor in my 68 now . There are great people on this board and without them I would not have gotten where I am right now. I am not a mechanic or body guy, but I do as much as I can, and if I can't I'm there watching and learning. __________________ 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

08-23-2003, 02:44 AM	#32
Chevy Wrench former desert rat Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: salt lake city, utah Home of the 3 M's Mormons, methlabs and minivans Posts: 320	My turn.... Hello, Im John, 33 years old. Live in Salt Lake City. Moved up here from Tucson, Az. a little over 2 years ago. Used to own a recording studio, now Im employed as an auto mechanic. I have basicaly 3 projects going. My 1940 Chevy truck, 1967 swb, and my ongoing, daily driven, beat to death 1994 Silverado ( actually, its not that beat) Yes, Iam obsessed with Chevy trucks. My girlfriend and I are expecting our first child in mid September, and I have a black lab named Pepper ( my first child) and, we are currantly in the process of buying our first home. In my opinion, this board is the best community I have ever been a part of. I have learned a lot, and hopefully have helped others as well. Hats off to everyone __________________ 94 Chevy Silverado Ext cab 4/6 drop w/ 18's and 2500watt system (work truck). 67 Chevy swb under const. frame off custom, 20's, bagged and a large rat under the hood,and a 1940 Chevy truck under const.

08-23-2003, 04:24 AM	#33
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,580	As the name says, Im Phil, Im at the wrong end of 49 and have 4 boys, one daughter, no grand kids (yet), only one son still home. Married for 27 years. I retired a few years back (medical) and now am trying to live the good life in Grants Pass Oregon. My first truck was a 1972 3/4 4x4 Cheyenne that I got NEW for making it out of High School. Owned it for 28 years until about 3 years ago and had a brain fart and got stupid and sold it. I sure miss that truck! ive had so many other 67-72 trucks, Blazers, Suburbans in the past 30 years, I couldn't begain to tell you how many. My daily driver "was" my 1980 Corvette until gas turned to gold. Now I use my Suzuki Samuri that I bought to tow behind my motorhome. 30+ mpg. What can I say. My latest project is a 71 3/4 Cheyenne 2wd. Wife is an RN, delivers babies and also teaches Nursing at the local college. Has a Masters and now is working on her PhD. Soon I will get the "Doctor" name in front of mine! Retirement really sucked after the first 6 months. Doctor said "get a hobby or DIE" I have played with trucks ever since! Own several Quarter Horses along with my German Shorthair dogs. Been on the board for about 3 years.. Great job Josh! Im really not the a$$hole that a few have accused me of being! Last edited by Phillip Johnson; 08-23-2003 at 04:28 AM.

08-23-2003, 06:08 AM	#34
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	My name is Krue (howd ya'll guess) I am 32 years old, married for 5 years with 2 boys to scatter my tools. I was raised in South Mississippi, and after an 8 year sentence in the Navy riding submarines I am now back in South Mississippi. I have a 70 GMC swb stepside that I drive almost daily. It needs some work but I haven't managed to get off my butt and get started on it. I guess I am scared that if I take it apart it won't ever be put back together again! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

08-23-2003, 05:07 PM	#35
c-tenkid Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Festus mo Posts: 370	I'm John.Live in festus missouri.Work at KFC.Been doing it for 2 years.I am only 18.I still got a long way to go. I have a 69lwb with a 350/3 speed.The motor is currently getting rebuilt.I am also going to start the body work this winter.Hopefully it wont turn into a frame off.I also have a 67 LWB I am thinking about getting rid of to get a shortbed s-10 to turn into a dragtruck.Something to play with so I don't have to tear my 69 up.I have had my 67 since the end of last december and I got my 69 sometime last spring.I haven't been into them long.I am hooked for life though.Hopefully one day my 69 will be as nice as what some of you guys have. __________________ 69 c-10 lwb,Converted to 4x4,dana 44f,12blt,4 inch lift,vortec headed 355,th350/np203 34x10.50x15 swamper tsl's

08-23-2003, 06:08 PM	#36
heyjoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New Orleans area Posts: 198	Where y'at! I'm Joe, born, raised, and living in Metairie which is next door to New Orleans. Residing with my wife of 19 years, we have a son 18 and a daughter 14. I'm 53 years old and a painting contractor. I paint many houses in the New Orleans' Garden District. I inherited my '67 C20 fleetside in 1982 from my dad who bought it brand spankin' new. It is my everyday work truck, it was his also. Fortunate as hell to find this board (and a great bunch of folks) -- been most helpful in keeping the ol'67 going. Ol'67 is kinda beaten down but starts up everyday. This thread makes for interesting reading. heyjoe __________________ '67 C20 small window Fleetside - 250 inline 6 - 3 on the tree - heavy duty clutch, brakes, rear springs - 17.5 wheels w/bias ply tires - AM radio - heater.

08-23-2003, 07:43 PM	#37
uncle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conyers,Ga. Posts: 7,286	Hey my name is Tim, I've watched this site for several years. I'm 42 no wife, no kids,no job. Been foolin with these trucks for about 12 years, and my yard shows it. Anyway I've had a computer for about a month now and hope to post some pictures and get rid of a few parts soon. Nice to meet YALL! P.S. I'm not even going to attempt to list all the trucks I own.

08-23-2003, 10:05 PM	#38
biglou55 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Greenfield Mass. Posts: 551	HI the name is lou Iam 53. I live in greenfield mass. i have been married for25 years to a saint named sherry.( for putting up with my b.s. and truck addiction. I am a full time carpenter for the state of mass. I also have a part time small engine repair business. I have been a grease monkey all my life. I own a 68 long fleetside out of cali. a 69 long step a 71 short step. all future projects. four kids still at home never enough time or money. not to many 67-72 truck nuts around here. maybe some day they will smarten up and comeover to the good life ( he he he. __________________ Certifiably crazy person Last edited by biglou55; 08-23-2003 at 10:08 PM.

08-23-2003, 11:34 PM	#39
Lucky59 Do you feel Lucky...? Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 452	Hey, My name is Terry. I live in "Homefield" Saskatchewan Canada. I am 17 turning 18 December 25th. I have been married for 6 years, with 2 kids... HEHE. Actually not even a girlfriend at the moment, but it will come... Umm, I have been around cars and trucks since before I can remember. Same way with snowmobiling. I am currently working as a Junior service technician at the John Deere dealer in town. I am currently working on my 59 Chevy truck... It has been a long road... bout 5 years but it should be done this year... Depending on how things go. After the truck is done, I would really like to find a el camino, preferably a 70' but good luck with that one. Anyways, thats me in a nutshell. BTW, you will see me sign my posts as Lucky at the end... its cause my last name is Lucky, Just to let you guys now... It isnt a self given nickname, hehe. Lucky __________________ 1959 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 1969 Chevy Custom C/10 1991 S-10 Blazer Sport 2003 Dodge SX2.0 R/T 2001 Mountain Cat 800 LE

08-24-2003, 12:28 AM	#40
orange72350 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cold, Snowy High Level, Alberta Canada Eh Posts: 394	Howdy Howdy Names Dale Parkin, live in high level, alberta, canada, bout 3 hours from the territories border. Nearly 17, been at the 72 gmc longbed for about 2 years, bout it as a resto project for me and dad to do before i got the license, but said screw it and bought a skidoo. Recently started my apprenticship as a heavy equipment technician. take off for my first year of school in about 7 months time. Been trying to build up my 72 while still being able drive her nearly daily, but we all know how that goes. recently dropped in a built up rebuilt 350. Im heavy into motocross, preferably on 4 wheels. also really into drag racing snowmobiles, got a built up 2000 mxz 700. lotsa fun, winter and summer. thats about my life in a nutshell. Me in all my glory. take care dale __________________ 2003 yamaha raptor. Stock, but it still hauls!!!! 2000 skiddo mxz 700. Camoplast 1.5 inch track, jaws twin pipes, b+b can, custom built and weighted clutch, wiseco piston, high comp heads. its very fast. wow. 72 c-10 longbox. Bright Orange. Brand new 350, rv cam, performer intake, qjet, headers, 2 1/2 inch exhaust into hooker areo chamber mufflers. Body work coming soon. "dont let yer mind wander, its to little to go places by itself." "Forget the herse, cause i'll never die"-ACDC Back In Black "If It's To Loud, Yer Just Too Old" "I Love Anything Fast Enough To Do Something Stupid In" "Instant idiot, just add beer!!""



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08-24-2003, 12:52 AM	#41
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	[QUOTE]Originally posted by No3Fan4Ever recently bought the 70 GMC Longhorn to try to fill the void of selling a big block Chevelle SS about 23 yrs ago Hey Tim. I could help you fill that void. I have a 72 Chevelle SS clone that I'm trying to sell. I'm not that far from you either. Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

08-24-2003, 12:58 AM	#42
lux hauler Psycho-billy Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: about 40 miles west of Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 2,591	These threads are always interesting. My name is Paris (no, I've never been there nor was I conceived there ) and live just west of Cleveland and have been in this area all my 33 years. I'm not married and don't have any kids.....unless my dog (Shawna) counts as one. I work as an assembler for Ford Motor Co. at a parts plant. Have been with the company for a little over 9 years......I thank God for a good job. Seriously!!! I've had my fairly clean, unmolested '72 LWB truck a little over two years and still haven't made up my mind as to what I want to do with it. One of these days I'll make up my mind. I'd like to thank everyone involved in keeping this site up and running on a daily basis. It's been a good source of information. I just wish I could remember everything I've read. holds up the microphone Who's next? __________________ '72 C-10 350 w/Lunati Voodoo cam (207/213, .437/.454), Performer intake, 625 Road Demon Jr. and Hooker headers. Support your community, support yourself. Buy local, buy American (or Canadian).

08-24-2003, 01:06 AM	#43
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,885	My name is Wes, I was in the Army for four years as a Combat Engineer and a tour in Bosnia (Got to blow up alot of landmines). Presently I am a Senior in Industrial Engineering with a minor in Business at Iowa State University, or I would be a student except I am deployed in Kuwait with the Iowa National Guard right now. Hopefully will be back in time to go to school in the spring. Bought my first 72 blazer when I was 17 had it for 1 1/2 fun filled years buy parents conviced me to sell it when I left for the Army. Bought an Eddie Bauer Bronco, threw a rod on the way down to Ft. Hood (worst truck I have ever had). Bought my current blazer 2 years ago and have been addicted ever since. __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

08-24-2003, 02:02 AM	#44
c-tenkid Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Festus mo Posts: 370	orange72350 your heavily into mx on 4-wheels huh.What kind of bike you got? I have an 86trx250r.Right now the motor is out.I just got done putting all new bearing throughout the whole bike.New wheels and tires,850 dollars worth of crap.Now I have to get the motor done.I am planning on a 310 kit with a whole new bottom end. Being 18 and working at KFC isn't helping pay for a 4-wheeler, and a truck. Attached Images __________________ 69 c-10 lwb,Converted to 4x4,dana 44f,12blt,4 inch lift,vortec headed 355,th350/np203 34x10.50x15 swamper tsl's

08-25-2003, 08:42 AM	#45
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	My name,Mike 39 born and raised in Plowville Pa,anyone who has gone to maple grove dragstrip,plowville is where you turn off route 10.Now live in the West Chester Pa area with my wife of 10 years.Both of us are into trucks.She has a 72 blazer,and I have a 72 suburban and a 70 c10 longbed I bought at goodwill for $2oo when I was 16.Was an owner/operator till I lost my leg this year,wife is a controller for a local FORD dealer.Not sure how that happened seeing that she has a 69 chevelle that she bought when 20. On the lookout for a 70 chevelle convertible __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

08-25-2003, 08:51 AM	#46
VTKidder Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 996	Adam Kidder, 24, live in Cambridge VT. I've got my Bachelor's degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering; currently a mechanical engineer for IBM Microelectronics. 3 layoffs in 2 years = not too pumped about my job and security, but it buys parts for the truck for now!!!!

08-25-2003, 12:51 PM	#47
cheyguy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Manchester, TN Posts: 217	Hey! I'm Mike, 32, married for 7 years with 2 kids (Alex-5, Amanda-3). I've worked in the cable industry for 7 years, currently I'm a preventive mainteance technichian (I fix the problems the newer guys can't) in Murfreesboro, TN. I was raised in Nickerson, KS and came to Mid-Tenn to go to college, met my wife, and needless to say am still here. I got my truck as a hand-me-down from Dad when I was 17. I never wanted to tell myself "I should have never sold that truck", so it sat back in Kansas while I did the college and newlywed thing. Now that I have a garage big enough to house her, I have FINALLY started the restro after 9 years. This board is the GREATEST!! The knowledge I have/will learn is priceless. I don't post often, but read daily. Thanks everyone! __________________ '71 Cheyenne Super '80 Custom Deluxe '75 Blazer

08-25-2003, 01:17 PM	#48
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,921	Hi, my name is Dave and im a truckaholic. I live in California about 30 miles north of Los Angeles. Im 41 single and loving it! Im a Telecom Tech. for U.S. Borax. Proud owner of a 1970 Chevy shortbed hot rod.

08-25-2003, 01:52 PM	#49
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,282	My name is Tom (Duh!) 43 married with an 8 year old boy and a 7 year old girl. I have worked for 19 years as an instrumentation/controls tech. for Johnson Controls Inc. I've been in love with our series of trucks since I was a teenager. Our neighbors had a sharp red 3/4 ton 4X4 72 that they used for plowing. That was always my dream truck. I owned a green/white topped 69 Custom while I was in college and bought my white 68 about 6 years ago. My boy is already asking who gets the 68 after I croak. He's setting his sights on it! __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

08-25-2003, 07:28 PM	#50
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	<<<<<< is my name of course I grew up in Northwest TN and I have been in the Navy for 16+ years my first 12 was as an Instrumentman and now Im into communications, I get to drive M932's every day and couldnt be happier. BIG ORANGE sold me my truck and I am now trying to decide which way I wanna go with my restoration. __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

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