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**DANTIP** · 01-24-2011, 02:28 PM

Here are a few "Big-Daddy" pics with vintage trucks.

longhorn396 · 01-24-2011, 02:57 PM

Nice save!!

VA72C10 · 01-24-2011, 04:20 PM

Cool truck. Looking forward to the restoration!

**RenoKeene** · 01-24-2011, 04:29 PM

Paper chase update. The Big Daddy thing is a dead-end. Just talked to the son, This truck spent most of it's life pulling campers and trailers from Gainesville "To the Mountains". His Dad did the modifications himself. He has mountians of paperwork on this thing....not found the title yet but "It's in there somewhere"

Vintage Windmills · 01-24-2011, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RenoKeene

Here's some pics and info on this rare beast:
This thing was built and modified for long hauls, has a semi truck saddle tank in the bed plumbed thru a semi truck fuel filter.
Goose neck ball is still mounted to the bed floor.
Big 6 lug steel wheels and huge tires.
3.07 Posi for highway driving.

Just doesn't sound like its setup too well for hauling. Thats geared pretty high and the big tires would hurt it even more. Also, its a 1/2 ton SWB without heavy springs- not what I'd pull a trailer with.

not saying it wasn't used for that, just not the best choice if it were.

Anyways, I cant wait to hear more of the story and see more pics! Awesome save. At least you have the SPID photographed should you need to remake it.

292farmer · 01-25-2011, 09:04 AM

wow that truck is nice btw think you need a new light

is that your garage? i had to work on my 86 k20 once in a 10x16 storage unit i rented did body and topend motor work. had to shimmy the truck closer to one side or another to get working on one side of the body work and never could close the door so always was cold but no wind!

**RenoKeene** · 01-25-2011, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 292farmer

wow that truck is nice btw think you need a new light

is that your garage? i had to work on my 86 k20 once in a 10x16 storage unit i rented did body and topend motor work. had to shimmy the truck closer to one side or another to get working on one side of the body work and never could close the door so always was cold but no wind!

Thats our race car trailer. We pulled the rear end out from under it IN THE TRAILER. Very tricky but we did it! You'll notice the light bulb is not broken

no moa · 01-25-2011, 10:04 AM

Why did you have to pull the rear end out of the truck?

**RenoKeene** · 01-25-2011, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by no moa

Why did you have to pull the rear end out of the truck?

Owner wanted to keep the posi. We took a 12 bolt with us to bolt to it but it was a coil spring unit and wouldn't work (my bad). Shoulda brought the Dana 60 with me off my Custom Camper. Had to winch it into the trailer then pull the rear. Amazing what you can do WHEN YOU HAVE TO!

no moa · 01-25-2011, 10:28 AM

ah i see. I know how you feel, it did the same thing to a Crown vic one night in a snow storm between the snow banks. Had to be done. Though i had a couple more inches of room. lol

**RenoKeene** · 01-26-2011, 02:55 PM

This is getting good...just got off the phone with Pat Mauldin, SR VP of Tom Nehl Truck in Jacksonville (the dealership that ordered this truck new). Just so happens that Mr. Mauldin was there in 1970! Wait...it gets better...Mr. Mauldin (Pat) knew Charlie Hughes (the Name on the Protectoplate...boy, I sure am glad I bought that..too bad about the glovebox door though

). Pat also remembers this truck...special order! Charlie loved horses and used this for pulling his horse trailers. Charlie worked for Commercial Carriers as a long haul semi driver...that's where the saddle tank and the fuel filter came from.
Pat is going to try to find all the info he can for us on this truck, said he'll contact the FACTORY (He's a SR VP remember) and see what he can get from them!
I told Pat when we get it done we could come up to the dealership and take some pictures with him and the truck...in front of the dealership of course.
The TRUCK GODS are smiling down upon me my friends!
Reno

VA72C10 · 01-26-2011, 03:13 PM

very cool....guess there is no chance of you finding/contacting the person with the glovebox door and buying it from them?

**RenoKeene** · 01-26-2011, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

very cool....guess there is no chance of you finding/contacting the person with the glovebox door and buying it from them?

The owner of the glovebox door is a future friend of mine

**'70_402** · 01-26-2011, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RenoKeene

The owner of the glovebox door is a future friend of mine

haha.. i love friendships like that... i bet he will too...

no moa · 01-26-2011, 03:53 PM

I hope he becomes friends enough to let u buy it back from him. Lol at least you know where it is.
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**too much stuff** · 01-28-2011, 04:19 PM

If you wish to see the glovebox door in unscribbled condition, you will follow my instructions. Step 1. You will have 72 hours to bring warmth to northern minnesota. That means no more snow! Once this task is complete, you will recieve further instructions...

no moa · 01-28-2011, 04:54 PM

holy crap, it that real? Is that the holy door? O its cold 2! lol

1956cameo · 01-28-2011, 06:20 PM

The plot thickens!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 01-28-2011, 10:55 PM

Dude if you have to send warm weather then hell will freese over before you see that door ...hahahhaaha

**RenoKeene** · 01-29-2011, 12:18 AM

1. Any glovebox door can pose as the "Holy Grail"
2. 40 below has negative effects on metal and paper
3. Relocate the aftermarket thermometer to the house, in 72 hours it should read 72 degrees unless it is defective

I will have to see the actual SPID before I release the gold shipment.
And be advised.....THE TRUCK GODS ARE WATCHING!
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**too much stuff** · 01-29-2011, 12:10 PM

Tick tock tick tock. Still snowing... If this continues, i wil be forced to black out one option everyday starting with the bucket seats...

1970 Bowtie · 01-29-2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff

Tick tock tick tock. Still snowing... If this continues, i wil be forced to black out one option everyday starting with the bucket seats...

This is good stuff

**RenoKeene** · 01-31-2011, 09:50 AM

I have assembled my S.P.I.D. Rescue Unit (Special Parts in Distress). You'll notice I have Ground, Sea and Air assets and the Penguin knows his way around the Great White North. I suggest you release the glovebox door before I "Open the Gates of Hell and let loose the Dogs of War"
Captain Keene

**RenoKeene** · 02-01-2011, 10:24 AM

Update from my Field Force: Ransom has beed paid and the SPID is in safe hands. Now if we can just get Mr. Quackers wings de-iced....

292farmer · 02-01-2011, 10:34 AM

OMG! you guys are a riot. did you actually get the correct spid back?!

01-24-2011, 02:28 PM	#51
DANTIP Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Posts: 1,888	Re: Saved a rare one! Here are a few "Big-Daddy" pics with vintage trucks. Attached Images

01-24-2011, 02:57 PM	#52
longhorn396 S.D.M.F. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Westport, In Posts: 639	Re: Saved a rare one! Nice save!! __________________ 1969 Chevy Longhorn 396/400 3/4 ton. 1991 Chevy Camaro RS 305/700r4 1978 Honda XL175 and XL350(the evil twin) 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14r drag bike-best e.t. 9.4@145 mph without nitrous 1971 BSA Thunderbolt 650cc

01-24-2011, 04:20 PM	#53
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Saved a rare one! Cool truck. Looking forward to the restoration! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-24-2011, 04:29 PM	#54
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Saved a rare one! Paper chase update. The Big Daddy thing is a dead-end. Just talked to the son, This truck spent most of it's life pulling campers and trailers from Gainesville "To the Mountains". His Dad did the modifications himself. He has mountians of paperwork on this thing....not found the title yet but "It's in there somewhere" __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

01-25-2011, 09:04 AM	#56
292farmer Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: stoddard nh Posts: 693	Re: Saved a rare one! wow that truck is nice btw think you need a new light is that your garage? i had to work on my 86 k20 once in a 10x16 storage unit i rented did body and topend motor work. had to shimmy the truck closer to one side or another to get working on one side of the body work and never could close the door so always was cold but no wind! __________________ 1972 gmc c25 292/sm465 dana 60 w/5.13s 1973 vw super beetle 1600cc/4spd(baja bug) 1974 chevy c60 351v6/np-540+2 speed eaton rear 2005 chevy cobalt 2.2l

01-25-2011, 10:04 AM	#58
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: Saved a rare one! Why did you have to pull the rear end out of the truck? __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

01-25-2011, 10:28 AM	#60
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: Saved a rare one! ah i see. I know how you feel, it did the same thing to a Crown vic one night in a snow storm between the snow banks. Had to be done. Though i had a couple more inches of room. lol __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

01-26-2011, 02:55 PM	#61
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Saved a rare one! UPDATE This is getting good...just got off the phone with Pat Mauldin, SR VP of Tom Nehl Truck in Jacksonville (the dealership that ordered this truck new). Just so happens that Mr. Mauldin was there in 1970! Wait...it gets better...Mr. Mauldin (Pat) knew Charlie Hughes (the Name on the Protectoplate...boy, I sure am glad I bought that..too bad about the glovebox door though ). Pat also remembers this truck...special order! Charlie loved horses and used this for pulling his horse trailers. Charlie worked for Commercial Carriers as a long haul semi driver...that's where the saddle tank and the fuel filter came from. Pat is going to try to find all the info he can for us on this truck, said he'll contact the FACTORY (He's a SR VP remember) and see what he can get from them! I told Pat when we get it done we could come up to the dealership and take some pictures with him and the truck...in front of the dealership of course. The TRUCK GODS are smiling down upon me my friends! Reno __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

01-26-2011, 03:13 PM	#62
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Saved a rare one! very cool....guess there is no chance of you finding/contacting the person with the glovebox door and buying it from them? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-26-2011, 03:53 PM	#65
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: Saved a rare one! I hope he becomes friends enough to let u buy it back from him. Lol at least you know where it is. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

01-28-2011, 04:19 PM	#66
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,787	Re: Saved a rare one! If you wish to see the glovebox door in unscribbled condition, you will follow my instructions. Step 1. You will have 72 hours to bring warmth to northern minnesota. That means no more snow! Once this task is complete, you will recieve further instructions... Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

01-28-2011, 04:54 PM	#67
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: Saved a rare one! holy crap, it that real? Is that the holy door? O its cold 2! lol __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

01-28-2011, 06:20 PM	#68
1956cameo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Angleton, TX Posts: 2,219	Re: Saved a rare one! The plot thickens! __________________ I don't always drive trucks; but when I do I prefer Chevy's. Stay driving my friends. '72 blazer 2wd build 67-72 Factory Big Block Registry

01-28-2011, 10:55 PM	#69
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Saved a rare one! Dude if you have to send warm weather then hell will freese over before you see that door ...hahahhaaha __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-29-2011, 12:18 AM	#70
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Saved a rare one! 1. Any glovebox door can pose as the "Holy Grail" 2. 40 below has negative effects on metal and paper 3. Relocate the aftermarket thermometer to the house, in 72 hours it should read 72 degrees unless it is defective I will have to see the actual SPID before I release the gold shipment. And be advised.....THE TRUCK GODS ARE WATCHING! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394



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01-29-2011, 12:10 PM	#71
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,787	Re: Saved a rare one! Tick tock tick tock. Still snowing... If this continues, i wil be forced to black out one option everyday starting with the bucket seats... __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

01-31-2011, 09:50 AM	#73
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Saved a rare one! I have assembled my S.P.I.D. Rescue Unit (Special Parts in Distress). You'll notice I have Ground, Sea and Air assets and the Penguin knows his way around the Great White North. I suggest you release the glovebox door before I "Open the Gates of Hell and let loose the Dogs of War" Captain Keene Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

02-01-2011, 10:24 AM	#74
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Saved a rare one! Update from my Field Force: Ransom has beed paid and the SPID is in safe hands. Now if we can just get Mr. Quackers wings de-iced.... __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

02-01-2011, 10:34 AM	#75
292farmer Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: stoddard nh Posts: 693	Re: Saved a rare one! OMG! you guys are a riot. did you actually get the correct spid back?! __________________ 1972 gmc c25 292/sm465 dana 60 w/5.13s 1973 vw super beetle 1600cc/4spd(baja bug) 1974 chevy c60 351v6/np-540+2 speed eaton rear 2005 chevy cobalt 2.2l Last edited by 292farmer; 02-01-2011 at 10:35 AM.

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