WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BMERDOC · 07-30-2011, 03:22 PM

Finally drove the 67 today!! Bought it on May 12th and only spent what I had to spend to get it running and road worthy. Today I did my final flight checks, topped off the gear box and rolled out! Drove up to the school by my house, back down my road, past the house and around the block. WOOO HOOOO!! I felt like celebratin with a beer but I don't have any! My childhood friend is comin' over after work and followin me to the gas station and around to make sure nothins goin wrong I can't see. I'll post pics then!!! WOOO HOOOO!!!

Frkypunk70 · 07-30-2011, 03:34 PM

Congrats !!! I'll never forget that feeling of driving it for the first time. Neither will you

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BMERDOC · 07-30-2011, 03:48 PM

Thanks! I keep watching the clock waitin' for my buddy to get here!! BTW, I haven't studied it yet but does anyone know if I can shorten the throw on my shifter? Its one of those floor conversions. Is it like a Hurst where I can adjust the end stops?

oldblue1968chevy · 07-30-2011, 03:59 PM

sounds good but we need pictures

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 06:13 PM

Ok. Rule #1 Dont ask some one who doesnt know how to take pictures to take pictures. We got back from my first semi long distance test drive and my buddy only had a few crappy pics but he did have a four minute movie that was to big to easily email or text!
Ok, so for the pics I do have: The first is of me fuelin up for the first time. No more gas cans! And no I didn't install a digital sign on the roof of my truck (refer to rule #1)`Second, first stop at a red light (refer to rule #1). Third, our first chore together!
It did very well but it definately rides like a dump truck and I gotta do somethin with the three speed.

VA72C10 · 07-31-2011, 06:24 PM

congrats!!!

lil hoodlum · 07-31-2011, 06:27 PM

Hey BMERDOC congrats and ya done a good job. I have been following along with all of your posts and you have accomplished alot in a short amount of time. Good job. I bet you are still all grins for finally getting it back on the road after all of the hard work.

Again congrats,

Keith

dan42 · 07-31-2011, 06:41 PM

Fun to get it going - congrats! Careful, though, they turn into money pits very fast.

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 06:42 PM

Thanks Guys!! Most of my time has been consumed waiting on other ppl. Had I not had to wait Ida been drivin a few weeks ago. The first drives have been a blast!! I've already gotten waves, head nods, stares and was stopped at Lowe's to talk about my truck. WOOO HOOO!!!

flashed · 07-31-2011, 07:13 PM

Congrats ,looks like fun. Wish mine was back from the body shop but Im trying to be patient. Take her for a spin for me while youre at it.

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 08:15 PM

Just busted an Orthodox Jew in my yard takin pics of my truck with a super expensive camera! Went outside and introduced myself. A very nice guy, Dave. Gave him my email and he'll be sendin me the pics soon. Can't wait for that!!

VA72C10 · 07-31-2011, 08:20 PM

cool! High res pics

fast50ranger · 07-31-2011, 08:23 PM

Congratulations!! Happy motoring!!!!!

yellow70 · 07-31-2011, 08:40 PM

Nice !!!

RustyBucket · 07-31-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BMERDOC

Just busted an Orthodox Jew in my yard takin pics of my truck with a super expensive camera! Went outside and introduced myself. A very nice guy, Dave. Gave him my email and he'll be sendin me the pics soon. Can't wait for that!!

COOL!!, Kosher pictures

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 09:00 PM

Who woulda thunk a guy in black dress pants, dress shoes, a white long sleeve and a beard woulda been trespassin to grab pics of an old truck?!?! There is no other way for life to tell you that you have something cool!

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 10:14 PM

Took her to dinner tonight. 7-11 big bites!! Guess what? No b*itchin!! If it keeps goin this way I may change the oil!

hjewell2 · 07-31-2011, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by flashed

Congrats ,looks like fun. Wish mine was back from the body shop but Im trying to be patient. Take her for a spin for me while youre at it.

Your not a kiddin I have been waiting for my truck to get done since may of this year, Not much to do on it neither mostly box work and one door repair then new paint. SUMMER IS ALMOST GONE!!!!!

**Boog** · 07-31-2011, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BMERDOC

Ok. Rule #1 Dont ask some one who doesnt know how to take pictures to take pictures. We got back from my first semi long distance test drive and my buddy only had a few crappy pics but he did have a four minute movie that was to big to easily email or text!
Ok, so for the pics I do have: The first is of me fuelin up for the first time. No more gas cans! And no I didn't install a digital sign on the roof of my truck (refer to rule #1)`Second, first stop at a red light (refer to rule #1). Third, our first chore together!
It did very well but it definately rides like a dump truck and I gotta do somethin with the three speed.

You look as tickled with that truck as I was with my first one 40 yrs ago.

BMERDOC · 07-31-2011, 10:38 PM

Boog, its unreal!! I am so happy I'm almost crazy. I am having the time of my life. More pics to cooommee!!!

**70cst** · 08-01-2011, 01:22 AM

BMERDOC ... The maiden flight is always the best

BMERDOC · 08-01-2011, 07:56 PM

A day at the spa!! Got the oil changed, scrubbed all the glass, cleaned the motor twice, removed the wood bed slats so the bed doesn't sound like a giant tamboreen. Did a lot of stuff and the guys were all over it! Biggest recomendations? Drop it and add wheels and leave it.

BMERDOC · 08-01-2011, 07:58 PM

My new friend Dave emailed me some pics.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-01-2011, 08:28 PM

Very cool! Congrats on getting it running and drivable once again!

litew8 · 08-01-2011, 11:09 PM

ahhh, she's so happy she's shedding tears (oil) of joy all over yer drive!

nice ride!

07-30-2011, 03:34 PM	#2
Frkypunk70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Scranton,Pa Posts: 423	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Congrats !!! I'll never forget that feeling of driving it for the first time. Neither will you Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car. "

07-30-2011, 03:48 PM	#3
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Thanks! I keep watching the clock waitin' for my buddy to get here!! BTW, I haven't studied it yet but does anyone know if I can shorten the throw on my shifter? Its one of those floor conversions. Is it like a Hurst where I can adjust the end stops? __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-30-2011, 03:59 PM	#4
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07-31-2011, 06:13 PM	#5
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Ok. Rule #1 Dont ask some one who doesnt know how to take pictures to take pictures. We got back from my first semi long distance test drive and my buddy only had a few crappy pics but he did have a four minute movie that was to big to easily email or text! Ok, so for the pics I do have: The first is of me fuelin up for the first time. No more gas cans! And no I didn't install a digital sign on the roof of my truck (refer to rule #1)`Second, first stop at a red light (refer to rule #1). Third, our first chore together! It did very well but it definately rides like a dump truck and I gotta do somethin with the three speed. Attached Images __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-31-2011, 06:24 PM	#6
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07-30-2011, 03:22 PM	#1
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Finally drove the 67 today!! Bought it on May 12th and only spent what I had to spend to get it running and road worthy. Today I did my final flight checks, topped off the gear box and rolled out! Drove up to the school by my house, back down my road, past the house and around the block. WOOO HOOOO!! I felt like celebratin with a beer but I don't have any! My childhood friend is comin' over after work and followin me to the gas station and around to make sure nothins goin wrong I can't see. I'll post pics then!!! WOOO HOOOO!!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-31-2011, 06:27 PM	#7
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,729	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Hey BMERDOC congrats and ya done a good job. I have been following along with all of your posts and you have accomplished alot in a short amount of time. Good job. I bet you are still all grins for finally getting it back on the road after all of the hard work. Again congrats, Keith

07-31-2011, 06:41 PM	#8
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Fun to get it going - congrats! Careful, though, they turn into money pits very fast. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

07-31-2011, 06:42 PM	#9
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Thanks Guys!! Most of my time has been consumed waiting on other ppl. Had I not had to wait Ida been drivin a few weeks ago. The first drives have been a blast!! I've already gotten waves, head nods, stares and was stopped at Lowe's to talk about my truck. WOOO HOOO!!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-31-2011, 07:13 PM	#10
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Congrats ,looks like fun. Wish mine was back from the body shop but Im trying to be patient. Take her for a spin for me while youre at it.

07-31-2011, 08:15 PM	#11
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Just busted an Orthodox Jew in my yard takin pics of my truck with a super expensive camera! Went outside and introduced myself. A very nice guy, Dave. Gave him my email and he'll be sendin me the pics soon. Can't wait for that!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-31-2011, 08:20 PM	#12
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! cool! High res pics __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-31-2011, 08:23 PM	#13
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07-31-2011, 09:00 PM	#16
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Who woulda thunk a guy in black dress pants, dress shoes, a white long sleeve and a beard woulda been trespassin to grab pics of an old truck?!?! There is no other way for life to tell you that you have something cool! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!



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07-31-2011, 10:14 PM	#17
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Took her to dinner tonight. 7-11 big bites!! Guess what? No b*itchin!! If it keeps goin this way I may change the oil! Attached Images __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

07-31-2011, 10:38 PM	#20
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! Boog, its unreal!! I am so happy I'm almost crazy. I am having the time of my life. More pics to cooommee!!! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

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08-01-2011, 07:56 PM	#22
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! A day at the spa!! Got the oil changed, scrubbed all the glass, cleaned the motor twice, removed the wood bed slats so the bed doesn't sound like a giant tamboreen. Did a lot of stuff and the guys were all over it! Biggest recomendations? Drop it and add wheels and leave it. Attached Images __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-01-2011, 07:58 PM	#23
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: WoooHooo!!! First Time Drive!!! My new friend Dave emailed me some pics. Attached Images __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

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