1970 VA Longbed Project - Page 28 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

VA72C10 · 02-07-2010, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by gcburdic

Any progress Jonathan....or are you still busy parting that other truck?!?!

busy with that, work, family things, and around 2' of snow over the last two weeks.

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Originally Posted by nuke1

Jonathan you change your mind like I do, man, talk about ever knowing what to do, i hate being in that boat, Where is some pics of that new swb you bought. I wanna see. I agree with you thou. sometimes it is just better to get something done and sell it to fund your next project. Just be sure that it is the one hat you will not regret selling. Other wise great build so far.

Thanks, I know I will regret it....unless I make alot selling it

This is good experience for me either way and I want something I can drive and not worry about and this truck is going to be too nice.

I'll take some pics of the shortbed roller frame when I get the other cab off it. Then I have to decide if I'm bagging it or leaving it as a 4.5/6 static drop. Probably going to set the cab on it and see how it looks and make my mind up. I think my cab needs to be on a bagged truck but also if I am selling it, a static drop might sell better

I'm cornfused

**lolife99** · 02-07-2010, 06:18 PM

You have done alot of WORK for a truck you seem to want to sell.
I guess I don't understand.
Usually I can't wait to drive and enjoy.
You seem to be a couple projects down the road already.
Is there something you don't like,... or just wish you had started something else.

I had thought of building my '86 swb.
I just put this truck on the backburner since I couldn't get "into" the truck build right now.
(too much money invested to try and sell it)
I have since changed direction to a 67-72 truck.

PHAT TONY · 02-07-2010, 09:43 PM

He posted previously that financial obligations/circumstances force the sale of this truck hopefully to net decent monies and allow for a BLAZER build(lol) in the future, as well as 16 other obsesions like the rest of us.

Slick67 · 02-07-2010, 11:15 PM

Looking great! Love that dash! Keep going bro!

VA72C10 · 02-08-2010, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

You have done alot of WORK for a truck you seem to want to sell.
I guess I don't understand.
Usually I can't wait to drive and enjoy.
You seem to be a couple projects down the road already.
Is there something you don't like,... or just wish you had started something else.

I had thought of building my '86 swb.
I just put this truck on the backburner since I couldn't get "into" the truck build right now.
(too much money invested to try and sell it)
I have since changed direction to a 67-72 truck.

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Originally Posted by PHAT TONY

He posted previously that financial obligations/circumstances force the sale of this truck hopefully to net decent monies and allow for a BLAZER build(lol) in the future, as well as 16 other obsesions like the rest of us.

That about sums it up. Hopefully I have done well enough buying quality parts at excellent prices, done as much as I can myself, and got excellent welding/fab work done at very affordable prices which will produce a true show-quality build for a reasonable price. And I might turn a slight profit or at least recoup my investment. I have learned a ton and enjoyed "most" of the project

so all will not be lost if I do sell it and just break even or even lose a bit.

About 1/2 way through I decided I would rather do a blazer as my show vehicle as I have two little ones and a wife that want to go to shows with me. I first thought two vehicles to the show would be okay, but that's a waste of gas and a long time to travel separate from each other. So, my next show vehicle will be a blazer. The bagged lonbged chassis and very nice longbed/cab I have that need a little work will go into a longbed build as soon as the soon-to-be shortbed build is completed and sold. That will be a basic shop-truck without as much attention to detail and me not being as picky with it as I want to use it for things like hauling lumber and mulch, etc. from time to time...

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Originally Posted by Slick67

Looking great! Love that dash! Keep going bro!

Thanks...looking forward to getting some work projects completed and picking up the rest of the shortbed parts/getting the others sold and shipped so I can get back to the build.

0331grunt · 02-08-2010, 11:32 AM

Good luck with your decision either way, Jonathan. You have a great looking projet there. Everything is very nice and great quality. You shouldn't have too much trouble selling it, especially to someone on the board who can see and appreciate all the time/money/thought you have put into it.

*Puropedo* · 02-08-2010, 12:49 PM

Great job Jonathan....Project looking good!

VA72C10 · 02-17-2010, 11:37 PM

Since that frame will hopefully be in Pop's Chop Shop this weekend, had to get the longbed frame buttoned up so we could move it out. So finally got the front end together. It was bittersweet. Finally got it done and it looks great, and now it's going to be put aside.....but I know I will eventually build a truck on that frame.....

First time tires have been on the front of my truck in months...

VA72C10 · 02-17-2010, 11:38 PM

And it's a roller!!!!

VA72C10 · 02-17-2010, 11:40 PM

sorry for the blurry last picture...
I know some of the bolts in the bag brackets are loose. Most of the front end is loose because I am going to blow it apart to get the airlines run for the bags when I get ready to work on putting this truck together...

mcbassin · 02-18-2010, 12:10 AM

Looking good Dawg! I'm glad to see you have a sense of direction. even if it does involve selling it when you get to that point. The new frame looks great!

ClifBlazer · 02-18-2010, 02:32 AM

do you have the cab done? frame looks gooood

long beds have a place to be worshiped now. lol

0331grunt · 02-18-2010, 09:32 AM

Looks good!

SCOTI · 02-18-2010, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

sorry for the blurry last picture...
I know some of the bolts in the bag brackets are loose. Most of the front end is loose because I am going to blow it apart to get the airlines run for the bags when I get ready to work on putting this truck together...

Are you swapping the bags to the swb frame?

VA72C10 · 02-18-2010, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Looking good Dawg! I'm glad to see you have a sense of direction. even if it does involve selling it when you get to that point. The new frame looks great!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by ClifBlazer

do you have the cab done? frame looks gooood

long beds have a place to be worshiped now. lol

Cab is 95% done

just need three tiny holes I decided to fill completed and ground down. I'll be staring at the frame for a while while I finish up the shortbed...

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Originally Posted by 0331grunt

Looks good!

Thanks man

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Are you swapping the bags to the swb frame?

No, it's got a 4.5/6 ECE drop on it and I'm going to leave it that way. Since I'm going to sell the truck when completed, I figured going with the most popular static drop is better than bagging it since not everyone will buy a bagged truck.

Plus, it's done already

pickup67man · 02-18-2010, 06:19 PM

I understand the need for more seats. I have one child and it is tight in a standard cab truck. The blazer will be fun, I am going a little longer with a suburban. I guess after having a longbed I need to stay with the long wheelbase.

VA72C10 · 02-18-2010, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pickup67man

I understand the need for more seats. I have one child and it is tight in a standard cab truck. The blazer will be fun, I am going a little longer with a suburban. I guess after having a longbed I need to stay with the long wheelbase.

I thought about a burb and may still own one someday. But I really like the "convertible" option of the blazer.

70k52wd · 02-18-2010, 10:16 PM

Short bed looks nice...

VA72C10 · 02-18-2010, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 70k52wd

Short bed looks nice...

Thanks...sooner I get this done and sold the sooner I can get looking for a blazer

SCOTI · 02-18-2010, 11:08 PM

I guess you'll need to change the thread title now

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70k52wd · 02-19-2010, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Thanks...sooner I get this done and sold the sooner I can get looking for a blazer

I'm catching up here.

The LB project is officially on hold, the shortie is being put together to be sold. Then a search begins for the Blazer. Right? And you are going to finish the LB when the time comes. To keep? And the Blazer, Right? If so, I like your thinking.
I may would tweek it and have the shortie with your custom cab.

Just trying to confuse you.

What are plans for shortie?

VA72C10 · 02-18-2010, 11:20 PM

Yep, have to have a moderator help me on that one

msgross · 02-19-2010, 12:14 AM

need help with the title?

eagleuh1 · 02-20-2010, 08:54 AM

What engine perches and mounts are these, year and model, thanks?

VA72C10 · 02-20-2010, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by eagleuh1

What engine perches and mounts are these, year and model, thanks?

They are 1972 Big block engine perches. They're actually for sale in another thread with all the big block brackets/pulleys....I'm running a 350/350 combo.

02-07-2010, 06:18 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project You have done alot of WORK for a truck you seem to want to sell. I guess I don't understand. Usually I can't wait to drive and enjoy. You seem to be a couple projects down the road already. Is there something you don't like,... or just wish you had started something else. I had thought of building my '86 swb. I just put this truck on the backburner since I couldn't get "into" the truck build right now. (too much money invested to try and sell it) I have since changed direction to a 67-72 truck. Last edited by lolife99; 02-07-2010 at 10:32 PM.

02-07-2010, 09:43 PM	#3
PHAT TONY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Red Deer ab canada Posts: 1,250	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project He posted previously that financial obligations/circumstances force the sale of this truck hopefully to net decent monies and allow for a BLAZER build(lol) in the future, as well as 16 other obsesions like the rest of us. __________________ 1972 factory 2 Wheel Drive Blazer-Sold 1972 K10 4X4-Sold 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne/10-Sold 1970 Chevrolet C/10-Sold 1968 GMC 4X4-Project 1968 Chevrolet C/10 Pro Street 1970 GMC 3/4 Ton-Parts 1997 2WD 2DR Yukon-Sweet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335664

02-07-2010, 11:15 PM	#4
Slick67 Sofa King Crazy!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,090	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Looking great! Love that dash! Keep going bro! __________________ You found the Tater. *My Blazer Build (New)* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654650 *My 67 Build* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335650 67 Chevy LWB big window a/c AKA TOTALLED BY A JACKASS. 1972 2wd Blazer "Porterbuilt and Sloshed"

02-08-2010, 11:32 AM	#6
0331grunt Now what?? Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Webbers Falls, OK Posts: 579	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Good luck with your decision either way, Jonathan. You have a great looking projet there. Everything is very nice and great quality. You shouldn't have too much trouble selling it, especially to someone on the board who can see and appreciate all the time/money/thought you have put into it. __________________ 69 Long Fleet - Project 06 Ram 1ton Cummins 4x4-DD 01 Tahoe- wifes "The quality of a persons life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor." ~ Vince Lombardi "A dream doesn't become reality through magic, it takes sweat, determination and hard work." ~ Colin Powell my, um, build USMC OIF Veteran SEMPER FI!

02-08-2010, 12:49 PM	#7
Puropedo Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Prunedale California Posts: 782	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Great job Jonathan....Project looking good!

02-17-2010, 11:37 PM	#8
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Since that frame will hopefully be in Pop's Chop Shop this weekend, had to get the longbed frame buttoned up so we could move it out. So finally got the front end together. It was bittersweet. Finally got it done and it looks great, and now it's going to be put aside.....but I know I will eventually build a truck on that frame..... First time tires have been on the front of my truck in months... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-17-2010, 11:38 PM	#9
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project And it's a roller!!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-17-2010, 11:40 PM	#10
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project sorry for the blurry last picture... I know some of the bolts in the bag brackets are loose. Most of the front end is loose because I am going to blow it apart to get the airlines run for the bags when I get ready to work on putting this truck together... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-18-2010, 12:10 AM	#11
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Looking good Dawg! I'm glad to see you have a sense of direction. even if it does involve selling it when you get to that point. The new frame looks great! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-18-2010, 02:32 AM	#12
ClifBlazer Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Lee Summit ,MO. Posts: 160	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project do you have the cab done? frame looks gooood long beds have a place to be worshiped now. lol

02-18-2010, 09:32 AM	#13
0331grunt Now what?? Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Webbers Falls, OK Posts: 579	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Looks good! __________________ 69 Long Fleet - Project 06 Ram 1ton Cummins 4x4-DD 01 Tahoe- wifes "The quality of a persons life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor." ~ Vince Lombardi "A dream doesn't become reality through magic, it takes sweat, determination and hard work." ~ Colin Powell my, um, build USMC OIF Veteran SEMPER FI!

02-18-2010, 06:19 PM	#16
pickup67man Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 337	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project I understand the need for more seats. I have one child and it is tight in a standard cab truck. The blazer will be fun, I am going a little longer with a suburban. I guess after having a longbed I need to stay with the long wheelbase. __________________ Travis 2005 K2500 Duramax (hauls the junk home) 1967 Chev C10 (hauls a$$) 1970 Suburban (Yukon XL 4 door) 1968 GMC 3/4 ton (sheetmetal only, chassis gone) 2005 Malibu (wife's car, still a Chevy) Project Family Hauler New Home for Chevys (Moved in and working)

02-18-2010, 10:16 PM	#18
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Short bed looks nice...

02-18-2010, 11:08 PM	#20
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,037	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project I guess you'll need to change the thread title now . __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

02-18-2010, 11:20 PM	#22
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Yep, have to have a moderator help me on that one __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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02-19-2010, 12:14 AM	#23
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project need help with the title? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-20-2010, 08:54 AM	#24
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project What engine perches and mounts are these, year and model, thanks?

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