Trucks Are Beautiful - Page 28 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

C10 - C90 Bill · 03-21-2016, 02:48 PM

Yeah, I guess the old East Coast is pretty different. When we would run over 13-6, we had to drive it very different. We had to dodge the Light Signals (swing out to the right or left so as not to drive right under them). The worst part was having people look at us a little strange, lol.

Another time I was riding shotgun with about a 13-6, 13-7 load and the driver quickly noticed the wires dancing. I had to get out and climb up on the load (Lumber) and hold the wires while he slowly drove away from them. I knew they were only Phone Wires though as the Electric Wires are higher.

I used to haul a full 3 units high on a flatbed and cross an old early 1900's bridge with a toll booth tunnel at the end of it. I think I cleared it by an inch or two. The Chains were another 1 Inch thick and I would wait for them to scrape the ceiling, but they never did.

Also anything 4 Ft or longer over the back end required a flag, which is still the norm today.

The good 'ol days, lol.

**davischevy** · 03-21-2016, 10:20 PM

KQQL IT that trailer is close to the ground. Have you ever been high centered? If not, your a better man than me.

About a month ago I loaded an excavator, and told the guy there "I will have to swing out wide to the left to keep from high centering." I jumped in the truck, went brain dead, and did exactly the opposite of what I intended. It took us about and hour to get it off that hump.

I shave the top off of high places on a regular basis. Did it today.

**allchevy58** · 03-22-2016, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

My ride

Nice, see your trucks here in Reno alot.

KQQL IT · 03-23-2016, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by davischevy

KQQL IT that trailer is close to the ground. Have you ever been high centered? If not, your a better man than me.

About a month ago I loaded an excavator, and told the guy there "I will have to swing out wide to the left to keep from high centering." I jumped in the truck, went brain dead, and did exactly the opposite of what I intended. It took us about and hour to get it off that hump.

I shave the top off of high places on a regular basis. Did it today.

My 1st week I did, haven't since. The stinger trailers act differently than a semi it turns and goes thru driveways pretty good.
When the stinger touches down at 65 the sparks are kinda cool.

KQQL IT · 03-23-2016, 02:34 AM

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Nice, see your trucks here in Reno alot.

We do a ton into Reno, Jim Tim and Eric run that fairly consistent. I'll get one a month maybe.

**allchevy58** · 03-23-2016, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

We do a ton into Reno, Jim Tim and Eric run that fairly consistent. I'll get one a month maybe.

Saw one of your trucks coming out of Carson City today. I drive truck for a local construction company up here.

KQQL IT · 03-23-2016, 11:42 PM

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Saw one of your trucks coming out of Carson City today. I drive truck for a local construction company up here.

We deliver Carson City, Reno and Fallon.
Mostly from the bay and some from long beach

**davischevy** · 04-12-2016, 09:28 PM

This was at the Midwest Street Rod Nationals in OKC last weekend. Photo by G. McDowell.

**davischevy** · 04-12-2016, 09:31 PM

This was in OKC too. Photo by G. McDowell

Average Joe · 04-12-2016, 09:43 PM

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This was in OKC too. Photo by G. McDowell

Cool trucks! Thanks for sharing.

alsriv2 · 04-21-2016, 11:29 AM

Here is a picture I found and thought I would share.
A GMC with a load of fresh Buicks.

Those 1960 LeSabre's are just too cool.

C10 - C90 Bill · 04-21-2016, 02:22 PM

Nice looking Tractor too.

**special-K** · 05-27-2016, 06:53 AM

Looks great in color. i thought everything was shades of grey back then

Here's a wimpy little dune buggy:

jumpsoffrock · 06-03-2016, 07:37 PM

Saw this Brigadier parked a ways out of of town, never have seen a Brigadier Rig before. I'll get better pictures next time I'm out there(next couple of weeks), but I'm pretty limited by perimeter fence.

RaceProMarketing · 06-23-2016, 04:39 PM

Sure do wish we had this one back. It's a '47 GMC I think (maybe someone could help with that). I remember riding in the back in a foldout chair. Thought it was cool when I was 8 ... and still do. Just wish we still had it.

streetrodchev · 06-23-2016, 04:52 PM

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junkmandan3 · 06-24-2016, 11:52 PM

Race-----Your hauler has the appearance of a '54/ early 55 GMC, possibly a 300 or 350 series. Push button door handles and wing vent windows put it newer than '52 , as well .

RaceProMarketing · 06-27-2016, 10:20 PM

Thanks JunkMan ... I've googled some of these old trucks, but haven't been able to narrow down the year.

KQQL IT · 06-29-2016, 01:18 AM

Few pics from Salem

**special-K** · 07-03-2016, 10:51 AM

Thanks for sharing. All nice trucks. That last KW conventional has the old hiway look

KQQL IT · 07-03-2016, 02:11 PM

Was really b!tchin, aero liner sleeper and trailer.
Few more.

Average Joe · 07-04-2016, 01:38 AM

Great pics and thanks for sharing KQQL IT!

**davischevy** · 07-04-2016, 12:54 PM

Thanks KQQL IT.

streetrodchev · 07-04-2016, 09:36 PM

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junkmandan3 · 07-04-2016, 10:25 PM

Looks like the Mack from Perrysburg, OH. Powered with 4-71T, 13 speed and air suspension .

03-21-2016, 02:48 PM	#676
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,082	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Yeah, I guess the old East Coast is pretty different. When we would run over 13-6, we had to drive it very different. We had to dodge the Light Signals (swing out to the right or left so as not to drive right under them). The worst part was having people look at us a little strange, lol. Another time I was riding shotgun with about a 13-6, 13-7 load and the driver quickly noticed the wires dancing. I had to get out and climb up on the load (Lumber) and hold the wires while he slowly drove away from them. I knew they were only Phone Wires though as the Electric Wires are higher. I used to haul a full 3 units high on a flatbed and cross an old early 1900's bridge with a toll booth tunnel at the end of it. I think I cleared it by an inch or two. The Chains were another 1 Inch thick and I would wait for them to scrape the ceiling, but they never did. Also anything 4 Ft or longer over the back end required a flag, which is still the norm today. The good 'ol days, lol. __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan

03-21-2016, 10:20 PM	#677
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,839	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful KQQL IT that trailer is close to the ground. Have you ever been high centered? If not, your a better man than me. About a month ago I loaded an excavator, and told the guy there "I will have to swing out wide to the left to keep from high centering." I jumped in the truck, went brain dead, and did exactly the opposite of what I intended. It took us about and hour to get it off that hump. I shave the top off of high places on a regular basis. Did it today. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

04-12-2016, 09:28 PM	#683
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,839	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful This was at the Midwest Street Rod Nationals in OKC last weekend. Photo by G. McDowell. Attached Images __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

04-12-2016, 09:31 PM	#684
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,839	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful This was in OKC too. Photo by G. McDowell Attached Images __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

04-21-2016, 11:29 AM	#686
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Here is a picture I found and thought I would share. A GMC with a load of fresh Buicks. Those 1960 LeSabre's are just too cool. Attached Images __________________ Alan 2012 Ram 3500 Dually Crew Cab 6.7 Cummins 2014 Palomino Columbus 340RK 5th wheel '69 Chevy C10 396BB

04-21-2016, 02:22 PM	#687
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,082	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Nice looking Tractor too. __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan

05-27-2016, 06:53 AM	#688
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Looks great in color. i thought everything was shades of grey back then Here's a wimpy little dune buggy: Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-03-2016, 07:37 PM	#689
jumpsoffrock Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: California Posts: 966	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Saw this Brigadier parked a ways out of of town, never have seen a Brigadier Rig before. I'll get better pictures next time I'm out there(next couple of weeks), but I'm pretty limited by perimeter fence. Attached Images

06-23-2016, 04:39 PM	#690
RaceProMarketing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lynchburg, TN Posts: 28	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Sure do wish we had this one back. It's a '47 GMC I think (maybe someone could help with that). I remember riding in the back in a foldout chair. Thought it was cool when I was 8 ... and still do. Just wish we still had it. Attached Images

06-23-2016, 04:52 PM	#691
streetrodchev Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Hustisford, WI Posts: 169	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful __________________ '46 GMC---355,TH400, 9" '66 K20---350, SM420, T221, D44, HO72, 4.56 '87 K30---tbi 350, TH400, NP205 twinstick, D60 powerlok, 14ff Detroit, 4.10

06-24-2016, 11:52 PM	#692
junkmandan3 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Northfield,Ohio Posts: 221	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Race-----Your hauler has the appearance of a '54/ early 55 GMC, possibly a 300 or 350 series. Push button door handles and wing vent windows put it newer than '52 , as well .

06-27-2016, 10:20 PM	#693
RaceProMarketing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lynchburg, TN Posts: 28	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Thanks JunkMan ... I've googled some of these old trucks, but haven't been able to narrow down the year.

06-29-2016, 01:18 AM	#694
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,238	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Few pics from Salem Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-03-2016, 10:51 AM	#695
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Thanks for sharing. All nice trucks. That last KW conventional has the old hiway look __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-03-2016, 02:11 PM	#696
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,238	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Was really b!tchin, aero liner sleeper and trailer. Few more. Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "



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07-04-2016, 01:38 AM	#697
Average Joe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 1,352	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Great pics and thanks for sharing KQQL IT! __________________ 1967 C10 Suburban 454/TH400/3.07's An Average Joe and His 'Burb: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=775843

07-04-2016, 12:54 PM	#698
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,839	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Thanks KQQL IT. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

07-04-2016, 09:36 PM	#699
streetrodchev Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Hustisford, WI Posts: 169	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful __________________ '46 GMC---355,TH400, 9" '66 K20---350, SM420, T221, D44, HO72, 4.56 '87 K30---tbi 350, TH400, NP205 twinstick, D60 powerlok, 14ff Detroit, 4.10

07-04-2016, 10:25 PM	#700
junkmandan3 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Northfield,Ohio Posts: 221	Re: Trucks Are Beautiful Looks like the Mack from Perrysburg, OH. Powered with 4-71T, 13 speed and air suspension .

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