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**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-09-2022, 11:07 AM

Thanks for the info JT, very nice Joe

**JT_Trucks87** · 03-24-2022, 08:48 PM

Thanks to fellow member 1320 we have a correct seat cover in route for the 71! With pretty much every vendor having covers on back order it was a stroke of good luck to get one bought. Another piece to the puzzle checked off the list!

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-25-2022, 07:24 AM

That's great JT, can't wait to see the seat cover in there, I need to do mine eventually.

**JT_Trucks87** · 05-09-2022, 09:41 PM

Finally got around to getting the seat back in the truck with the help of some really good friends a few weeks ago. Then a nice Sunday cruise to round out a great Mother’s Day weekend.

LT7A · 05-11-2022, 12:10 AM

The truck looks great, and I like all three generations you have - a lot. if that was my place I think I would sleep out there. There are three beds after all, plus a borrowed one, what more could you want?

**JT_Trucks87** · 05-14-2022, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by LT7A

The truck looks great, and I like all three generations you have - a lot. if that was my place I think I would sleep out there. There are three beds after all, plus a borrowed one, what more could you want?

Thanks for the kind words. The shop is my favorite place to hangout. It will be air conditioned this summer for the first time so really looking forward to that!

**JT_Trucks87** · 09-23-2022, 02:40 PM

Don’t have a lot to update on but we did take the truck to c10s in the park in Waxahachie Texas and had an absolute blast. Got a set of new 285/75s on the freshly powered coated wheels on the truck just in time for the show!

**TxGary** · 09-23-2022, 04:10 PM

I was at the c10s in the park and got to meet JT and see this truck in person. That is an very nice looking truck.

**cst204x4** · 09-30-2022, 10:13 PM

Awesome truck!

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 10-01-2022, 09:36 AM

Yes, what he said ^^^^

regan wilson · 10-01-2022, 05:27 PM

That is one nice truck. Growing up and living in East Texas all my life. I'd bet that I have never seen more than a half a dozen K Model trucks.

**Louisvillekytruck** · 10-01-2022, 10:47 PM

Beautiful truck does it have any lift

**JT_Trucks87** · 10-08-2022, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Louisvillekytruck

Beautiful truck does it have any lift

The truck has a 2.5” skyjacker lift on it.

**Louisvillekytruck** · 10-08-2022, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JT_Trucks87

The truck has a 2.5” skyjacker lift on it.

Thank you

**JT_Trucks87** · 10-09-2022, 10:15 AM

1971 K20 Cheyenne, and 1987 V30 Silverado catching some sun last weekend.

**JT_Trucks87** · 03-06-2023, 12:24 AM

Sheesh this truck has come a long way!

**JT_Trucks87** · 12-11-2023, 10:46 AM

Ole 71 about to get an era correct 350 and a gear vendors overdrive this winter!

Sicklajoie · 12-11-2023, 05:48 PM

Good Lord, that is one beautiful truck!!

**JT_Trucks87** · 02-05-2024, 10:18 PM

Been making some slow progress on the motor swap. I have spent a lot of time here on the forum researching and trying to address all the little details that were not correct under the hood while I’m in here. Obviously I’m like everyone else and only want to do this once. When I get some time in the coming week I’m going to push the truck outside and power wash the engine bay. I’m somewhat concerned about destroying the grease pencil markings on the firewall. Still up in the air on what procedure would be best to retain all markings. Once power washed I am going to move onto paint. I have a whole bunch of items going out for powder coat this week. This is a long slow process especially when on a tight budget. But I truly believe it will be worth it in the end. Stay tuned more updates to come.

**JT_Trucks87** · 02-05-2024, 10:19 PM

Attachment 2333428More pictures

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-13-2024, 06:09 AM

Josh, I think as long as you don't use aggressive brake clean or any mineral spirits based cleaner, you should be ok with the chalk markings. Is going back to ram horns one of your changes? The gear vendors sure will make it nice to drive.

**jerry moss** · 02-22-2024, 01:57 PM

beautiful truck, sure makes me miss my 72 super 4x4.

**JT_Trucks87** · 02-24-2024, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Josh, I think as long as you don't use aggressive brake clean or any mineral spirits based cleaner, you should be ok with the chalk markings. Is going back to ram horns one of your changes? The gear vendors sure will make it nice to drive.

Yes sir it is getting an actual era correct 350 with ram horns and all the original fixins. I think the gear vendors will be awesome. Larry Davis did it on his 71 and he said it was a game changer!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 02-24-2024, 11:46 AM

Beautiful truck i love the subtle mods...

**JT_Trucks87** · 03-09-2024, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Beautiful truck i love the subtle mods...

Thank you sir! It’s a work in progress but we are slowly getting there. Trying to do the truck justice.

03-09-2022, 11:07 AM	#51
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Thanks for the info JT, very nice Joe __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

03-24-2022, 08:48 PM	#52
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Thanks to fellow member 1320 we have a correct seat cover in route for the 71! With pretty much every vendor having covers on back order it was a stroke of good luck to get one bought. Another piece to the puzzle checked off the list! __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

03-25-2022, 07:24 AM	#53
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 That's great JT, can't wait to see the seat cover in there, I need to do mine eventually. __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

05-09-2022, 09:41 PM	#54
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Finally got around to getting the seat back in the truck with the help of some really good friends a few weeks ago. Then a nice Sunday cruise to round out a great Mother’s Day weekend. Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

05-11-2022, 12:10 AM	#55
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,619	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 The truck looks great, and I like all three generations you have - a lot. if that was my place I think I would sleep out there. There are three beds after all, plus a borrowed one, what more could you want?

09-23-2022, 02:40 PM	#57
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Don’t have a lot to update on but we did take the truck to c10s in the park in Waxahachie Texas and had an absolute blast. Got a set of new 285/75s on the freshly powered coated wheels on the truck just in time for the show! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

09-23-2022, 04:10 PM	#58
TxGary Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Bowie, Texas 76230 Posts: 1,059	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 I was at the c10s in the park and got to meet JT and see this truck in person. That is an very nice looking truck. __________________ 71 C-10 SWB 1969 C-30 Custom Camper Motorhome Restoration in progress. 2020 Chevy 2500 Crew 4x4 LTZ Diesel 2024 Chevy Tahoe Z71 4X4 2015 Diamond C 22' HD car hauler Bowie, Texas 76230

09-30-2022, 10:13 PM	#59
cst204x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: corunna michigan Posts: 2,006	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Awesome truck! __________________ 1970 CST 4x4 collecting nos parts for this project 1972 cutlass owned since 1984 1972 cutlass conv 1970 Cutlass conv 1981 chevy shortbox 1986 grand national 2004 2500HD Crew Cab 66,000 miles

10-01-2022, 09:36 AM	#60
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Yes, what he said ^^^^ __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

10-01-2022, 05:27 PM	#61
regan wilson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tyler texas Posts: 1,538	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 That is one nice truck. Growing up and living in East Texas all my life. I'd bet that I have never seen more than a half a dozen K Model trucks. __________________ NHRA Super Street 469C It only runs 10.90 at 156 mph

10-01-2022, 10:47 PM	#62
Louisvillekytruck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Louisville ky Posts: 1,108	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Beautiful truck does it have any lift

10-09-2022, 10:15 AM	#65
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 1971 K20 Cheyenne, and 1987 V30 Silverado catching some sun last weekend. Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

03-06-2023, 12:24 AM	#66
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Sheesh this truck has come a long way! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

12-11-2023, 10:46 AM	#67
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Ole 71 about to get an era correct 350 and a gear vendors overdrive this winter! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

12-11-2023, 05:48 PM	#68
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,499	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Good Lord, that is one beautiful truck!! __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/



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02-05-2024, 10:18 PM	#69
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Been making some slow progress on the motor swap. I have spent a lot of time here on the forum researching and trying to address all the little details that were not correct under the hood while I’m in here. Obviously I’m like everyone else and only want to do this once. When I get some time in the coming week I’m going to push the truck outside and power wash the engine bay. I’m somewhat concerned about destroying the grease pencil markings on the firewall. Still up in the air on what procedure would be best to retain all markings. Once power washed I am going to move onto paint. I have a whole bunch of items going out for powder coat this week. This is a long slow process especially when on a tight budget. But I truly believe it will be worth it in the end. Stay tuned more updates to come. Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

02-05-2024, 10:19 PM	#70
JT_Trucks87 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 218	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Attachment 2333428More pictures Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k 1979 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic 3+3 454/4l80e 1971 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...92#post9355392

02-13-2024, 06:09 AM	#71
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Josh, I think as long as you don't use aggressive brake clean or any mineral spirits based cleaner, you should be ok with the chalk markings. Is going back to ram horns one of your changes? The gear vendors sure will make it nice to drive. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-22-2024, 01:57 PM	#72
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,935	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 beautiful truck, sure makes me miss my 72 super 4x4. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

02-24-2024, 11:46 AM	#74
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: 1971 Cheyenne K20 Beautiful truck i love the subtle mods... __________________ 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..

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