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missinfishin10 · 06-09-2010, 08:38 AM

We'll I have gotten started on my project but still don't have it at the house. At least its under a "Big Shade Tree".

Attached Pics are before I started.... I know how we all like pics. I will post more later this week when I get her home.

What are my chances of finding a Right Front Fender and a Drivers Door in the original Dark Olive and White Two Tone? I want to keep that patina... at least till I can afford to paint it. I'll need a front bumper and a Steering Wheel also... and lots of other You guys got anything laying around?

Terrific Forum Here you all! I am.... well... addicted to it!!!
Seems like a great bunch of Classic Truck Enthusiasts just helping each other out.
Thanks in Advance!
Jeff

**too much stuff** · 06-09-2010, 08:53 AM

Welcome, looks like a good truck you have to start with. Eric

missinfishin10 · 06-09-2010, 09:41 AM

Thanks Eric!
It was a good find! $300.00 North Georgia truck with a little rust. Quarter Size hole in Drivers Rocker, Cab Corners have a bit too. Bed is Solid, Floors are Solid. Just A low budget project driver. The Engine and Tranny are out of truck due to an engine thrust bearing issue. Trans was rebuilt by AMMCO in 2004. (Have Documents...) Been sitting since late 2005. I am wondering if an issue with the Torque Converter caused the Trust Bearing to fail? Anyone... chime in? Can someone check the Converter to see if it caused the problem?
Advice? Comments? always welcome...
Looking forward to getting her on the road.

Thanks! Jeff

06-09-2010, 08:38 AM	#1
missinfishin10 Amazed Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Dahlonega Georgia Posts: 486	71 Low Budget GMC Project We'll I have gotten started on my project but still don't have it at the house. At least its under a "Big Shade Tree". Attached Pics are before I started.... I know how we all like pics. I will post more later this week when I get her home. What are my chances of finding a Right Front Fender and a Drivers Door in the original Dark Olive and White Two Tone? I want to keep that patina... at least till I can afford to paint it. I'll need a front bumper and a Steering Wheel also... and lots of other You guys got anything laying around? Terrific Forum Here you all! I am.... well... addicted to it!!! Seems like a great bunch of Classic Truck Enthusiasts just helping each other out. Thanks in Advance! Jeff Attached Images Last edited by missinfishin10; 06-09-2010 at 08:48 AM. Reason: attach photos

06-09-2010, 08:53 AM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,737	Re: 71 Low Budget GMC Project Welcome, looks like a good truck you have to start with. Eric __________________ 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

06-09-2010, 09:41 AM	#3
missinfishin10 Amazed Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Dahlonega Georgia Posts: 486	Re: 71 Low Budget GMC Project Thanks Eric! It was a good find! $300.00 North Georgia truck with a little rust. Quarter Size hole in Drivers Rocker, Cab Corners have a bit too. Bed is Solid, Floors are Solid. Just A low budget project driver. The Engine and Tranny are out of truck due to an engine thrust bearing issue. Trans was rebuilt by AMMCO in 2004. (Have Documents...) Been sitting since late 2005. I am wondering if an issue with the Torque Converter caused the Trust Bearing to fail? Anyone... chime in? Can someone check the Converter to see if it caused the problem? Advice? Comments? always welcome... Looking forward to getting her on the road. Thanks! Jeff



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