58 GMC Project

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Daniel U

I bought my mag off the newstand wrapped in plastic with the '09 calendar inside. Not sure if you'll get it that way in the mail though?

Will then it's off to the store I go to buy a few.

[Funeral]

I just read this entire thread, grats on the cover and your build is a serious inspiration for me on my new build. You deserve everything you get, enjoy your build man!!!

Oh and start another one ^_^ Start a 47 so I can follow in your footsteps. lol

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Funeral

I just read this entire thread, grats on the cover and your build is a serious inspiration for me on my new build. You deserve everything you get, enjoy your build man!!!

Oh and start another one ^_^ Start a 47 so I can follow in your footsteps. lol

Thanks man! I'm glade my build has inspired you!

[CAL 58 GMC]

I got my 2009 Classic Trucks magazine calendar. what can I say, I bought all of them off the self!

[Kim57]

Sweet.
Kim

[Kabwe]

That is one nice truck you have there. It deserves all the recognition its getting.

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Kim57

Sweet.
Kim

Thanks Kim!

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

That is one nice truck you have there. It deserves all the recognition its getting.

Thanks man! How your build been coming along?

[Kabwe]

Originally Posted by CAL 58 GMC

Thanks man! How your build been coming along?

Its coming along fine, thanks for asking. I finished the dash, smooth the cowl, and rear of the cab. Now if I can just stop making changes I could put her back together. Also I think I'm going make a engine change. I think I'm going to build a 383 stroker and back it with a 700r4.

[Tri5Nerd]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

Its coming along fine, thanks for asking. I finished the dash, smooth the cowl, and rear of the cab. Now if I can just stop making changes I could put her back together. Also I think I'm going make a engine change. I think I'm going to build a 383 stroker and back it with a 700r4.

I thought you were going with the 5.3L?
Are you looking for more power? You know that you'll be able to cruise better with the 4L60e which has over drive and all the latest technology.

Tri5

[Kabwe]

We continued in private to not take up Cal's thread.

[bensimmons_05]

I've followed this for a while, needless to say when I saw the classic truck issue with your truck on the front I got so excited the people on the isle would have thought I owned the truck. I finally have my project lined out. And As funny as it is (by chance) I am building a 55 chevy looking truck using a 58 GMC cab. I will soon start a thread for mine when I get a few more things lined out.

Anyway like many have said thanks for letting everyone on this message board be a part of this truck.

Ben

[CAL 58 GMC]

Having my truck in Classis Trucks was by far the coolist thing that has come out of my build along with sharing it with everyone here! I checked out your build and you might upset some of the four lighter GMC guys, but I like the idea of a single lighted Chevy front clip on a 58 GMC cab.......I wonder why that is? LOL.

[bensimmons_05]

I thought it was funny how that particular combination came about again. That GMC dash makes a good space for all of those camaro gauges though!

[Igotachevyor2]

congrats on the calender

[CAL 58 GMC]

Thanks Igotachevyor2!

[57ToyBox]

Congratulations on the 09 calender... I watched your newest video too, with your son driving the truck.. excellent job. I have to admit, I was expecting your son to put his foot in it. LOL Sounds great and looks great rolen down the road.

[87Lowrider]

Originally Posted by CAL 58 GMC

Thanks Igotachevyor2!

Cal, your truck is surely an inspiration for me to keep plugging away!


Kenny

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Diesel

Congratulations on the 09 calender... I watched your newest video too, with your son driving the truck.. excellent job. I have to admit, I was expecting your son to put his foot in it. LOL Sounds great and looks great rolen down the road.

Thanks Diesel!! My son didn't stomp on it cuase he knows I would kick his A** if he did.

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by 87Lowrider

Cal, your truck is surely an inspiration for me to keep plugging away!


Kenny

I'm glade to here it still inspirers guys to keep plugging away on their projects!! I remember there were time in my build that I thought it would never get finished and then I would read someone else’s thread and that helped me to keep on turning my wrenches and finish it up. So keep on plugging away and turning those wrenches and you’ll be cruising around your home town.

Dave

[02snoma]

Originally Posted by cal 58 gmc

thanks diesel!! My son didn't stomp on it cuase he knows i would kick his a** if he did.

and that's exactly why i didnt mash the gas peddal!!!!

[57ToyBox]

Originally Posted by 02snoma

and that's exactly why i didnt mash the gas peddal!!!!

Ha Ha Ha I hear LOL I've had my Dad's size tens come up behind me unexpectedly once or twice in my life time. No fun pissing off the old man LOL

Hey !!! Have you guys considered signing up as members of http://www.mypowerblock.com/

Once they learn about all of the attention and awards your truck has brought< I wouldn't be surprised if they invited you to bring the truck on the show.

It would be cool to see pictures of the truck with Courtney.

Check this. http://www.mypowerblock.com/group/ontheset

PM sent

[Sam59]

happy for you and your truck! got the calendar on my wall lol!

[Blitz]

What a thread!! I lost track of how long it took for me to get through this entire thread but...it was well worth it. That is such a nice ride. There are a few trucks in the Tri-five body that turn my head and this is probably #1. Going through the garage I found some truck magazines 11 years old (and older) that I saved all these years. I've been looking at them off and on for the last few days and I would have to say that from what I've paid attention to, your truck has set the standard for my personal tastes and every truck of this bodystyle will be compared to it. I'm HOPING to build a 67/68 someday and just reading your thread has accelerated my knowledge of what it'll take to get to where I want to be. Although you're afraid to scratch it, don't be afraid to ENJOY it. There are a lot of folks that would like to be in your shoes and you seem to be a genuinely kind, humble and friendly person. Keep that up. Yeah, take it to the shows but every now and then take it to the park or just out for a little cruise. You never know who you've inspired to build one. Kids young and old alike will appreciate what that truck means and could mean if they had one of their own. I think that's what makes part of this truck so special to the rest of us. It's been a pleasure reading, watching, learning and laughing along the way of this thread. It was an experience in itself. If you ever get the itch to bring 'er out to GoodGuys Fort Worth (TX), I'll be sure to bring a towel so I don't drool over the paint. I've caught the last two shows since being stationed out here and I have to say...Texas LOVES their trucks!! Haha. Later Cal.

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Sam59

happy for you and your truck! got the calendar on my wall lol!

Thanks Sam!