"Oaky" Farm Fresh '73 Short Step

[RDrancher]

So, did you get a chance to install the cam before the sale? Interested in how you liked the selection.

And congrats on the little one!

[rusty76]

Congrats on the baby!

[dragonball98312]

Congrats man! Now that its moved on any regrets in selling? I know id miss my truck way too much

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by LiveAnimals

Thats good to hear. These rug rats will make their dads do some things we woulda never imagined but its worth it.

Ain't that the truth!

Congrats on the little one, we look forward to another build.

Thanks! I've already picked up another truck. One of a different variety but should be slick, though modest. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=701632

Originally Posted by burger

Hey Robbie!

Congrats on the new baby!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by flashed

Wait ,when did the baby come ?

Millie was born 2/4/16. I'm going to bring her up your way soon! Can't pass on her meeting a good guy such as yourself.

Originally Posted by RDrancher

So, did you get a chance to install the cam before the sale? Interested in how you liked the selection.

And congrats on the little one!

I did not. Ended up just deciding to move the truck as it sat. And thank you! She's awesome!

Originally Posted by rusty76

Congrats on the baby!

Thank you!

Originally Posted by dragonball98312

Congrats man! Now that its moved on any regrets in selling? I know id miss my truck way too much

Once i make up my mind, I find I'm typically fairly at peace with my decision. Plus, I've already landed another truck, though it's a little newer. I'm pumped about it. Here's the build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=701632

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by Chaplain

Refresh my memory about what you're planning to do with maintaining the patina...other than the paint cleaning you've already done. I'm planning to keep my patina/rust but even with keeping the rusted area there is a part of me that wants to polish out the paint.

It'll likely stay the way it is. Honestly, it's in rougher shape than the pictures show. I need to replace a door, hood and fender so I'll likely paint it all Catalina blue with white top in the future. But that's a ways off. So for now, it'll stay "multicolored."

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by Chaplain

Hmm... I too need several replacement body parts (i.e., both fenders, at least one door, both rockers, cab corners...). However, I have no plans to do any body work. Inside and under the hood will be pristine. The rest will be farm truck style.

That's my immediate plan for sure. Keep it washed with with a good wash and get the drivetrain and suspension/brakes in tip top shape. Then I'll likely revamp the interior and drive it for a while until I can save up enough for paint/body.

Do you have any good pics of your truck, Chaplain?

[68Timber]

Originally Posted by Chaplain

Uh oh, I see you, like Gregski, are calling me out about starting a build thread. I've been taking pictures as I go but I must confess I'm a little averse internet exposure.

No need for selfies, just the truck will do. I talked to a painter about clear coating my 85, he said he could prep it and spray it in a few days for $500. Flatten the clear down enough to look good over the original camo. I think I'm going to try it. Robbie, Oaky is looking good!

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by Chaplain

Uh oh, I see you, like Gregski, are calling me out about starting a build thread. I've been taking pictures as I go but I must confess I'm a little averse internet exposure.

No build thread necessary. Just a few pics now and then.

Originally Posted by BRUISER

No need for selfies, just the truck will do. I talked to a painter about clear coating my 85, he said he could prep it and spray it in a few days for $500. Flatten the clear down enough to look good over the original camo. I think I'm going to try it. Robbie, Oaky is looking good!

Thanks much! I've for some good things planned throughout the end of the year.

Originally Posted by Chaplain

Yessir...I agree. No selfies and Oaky is coming along in deed.

Thanks, chaplain!

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by BRUISER

Are you selling it?

Originally Posted by flashed

I saw it on clist too .

Originally Posted by Chaplain

What...

I've had it on CL off-and-on for a few months. It's up now but I'm not sure what I'll do. My wife is having a baby in January or early February so I could make use of some extra room. But honestly, who knows.

I can never make up my mind.