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WB72 · 10-17-2005, 02:41 PM

This weekend I went to my first swap meet. I picked up a bunch of stuff to build my motor.

Fresh Vortec Heads with new valves 2.02, 1.6. and roller rockers, Edelbrock intake, HEI Dist, 8.8mm wires, factory valve covers, and all the Valve train parts, a 2pc timing cover and a mint Outer grill surround.

I spent $650 Canadian, I think I did OK, what do you think?

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-17-2005, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by WB72

I spent $650 Canadian, I think I did OK, what do you think?

Hmmmm, seems high to me, oh wait you said Canadian, what's that in US $'s

WB72 · 10-17-2005, 03:31 PM

$520 US

Even if it is high, it would take me a long time for me to find all of that stuff at a better deal. I'm still happy.

Primered_69 · 10-17-2005, 03:51 PM

That is a pretty good deal. I hope in ttwo weeks to get as lucky with the swap meet in town

Derrickbwg · 10-17-2005, 03:53 PM

The new grill piece is almost $500 us alone, I think you did pretty good

70rs/ss · 10-17-2005, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by WB72

This weekend I went to my first swap meet. I picked up a bunch of stuff to build my motor.

Fresh Vortec Heads with new valves 2.02, 1.6. and roller rockers, Edelbrock intake, HEI Dist, 8.8mm wires, factory valve covers, and all the Valve train parts, a 2pc timing cover and a mint Outer grill surround.

I spent $650 Canadian, I think I did OK, what do you think?

I believe you made a heck of a deal, as the vortec heads alone go for 5 bills and all the extra valve train components are gravy, and we haven't even gotten to the grill surround. Wait a minute, you got taken, so I'll give you the $550US or so and take it all off of your hands!! Just kidding, you made a smoking deal!

Mike

70c10swb · 10-17-2005, 06:59 PM

you made out good. My experience with swap meets are that they are either goldmines or total bombs. looks like you hit the goldmine

*FormerMember* · 10-17-2005, 07:05 PM

Smoking deal. I heard I missed a good one this last week.

muddpile · 10-17-2005, 07:26 PM

You did awesome! I went to a swap meet this weekend and came home with an old model kit and a tin sign for the garage wall. My truck may not look any better, but my garage is getting pretty fancy.

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-17-2005, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Derrickbwg

The new grill piece is almost $500 us alone, I think you did pretty good

Hell I missed that one, YES you did well

kelsfine69 · 10-17-2005, 07:35 PM

Smokin deals........Can you sleep at night??

weasel29gm · 10-17-2005, 07:35 PM

Swap meets!!!!!!! The only way to shop!!!!!!!!!!

WB72 · 10-18-2005, 09:42 AM

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kelsfine69 Smokin deals........Can you sleep at night??

Of coarse I can't, I just keep thinking of the ones that got away.

I did miss out on some better deals, Being a swap meet virgin, I didn't buy right away when I seen some things, I wanted to see the hole show first.

Funny thing though, the wife is OK with it? Did anyone see any bright lights come by and take the real woman that I married and leave this one?

I can't wait for the next one.

*FormerMember* · 10-18-2005, 09:45 AM

Oh, you are so hooked now...

Just wait, you'll be buying your wife a project next!

this is what my wife is gearing up for... she wants a 50's Vette.

70rs/ss · 10-18-2005, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by grendel

Oh, you are so hooked now...

Just wait, you'll be buying your wife a project next!

this is what my wife is gearing up for... she wants a 50's Vette.

I do not think you'll find one of those at the swap meet! I saw a nice one at a car show that Boyd Coddington built years ago. I posted picts, I think in the Blazer message board about hot cars Boyd.... anyways if you want to see what you might be in for check it out, and good luck. I too am on a quest, does anyone out there know where I might find a nice 67 chevelle!? they too are going for stupid money on evilbay.

*FormerMember* · 10-18-2005, 11:36 AM

heh, is this for the wife or you?

I know of a few nice ones pretty cheap in California. Might cost and arm and a leg to ship though.

10-17-2005, 02:41 PM	#1
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	I'm so happy... This weekend I went to my first swap meet. I picked up a bunch of stuff to build my motor. Fresh Vortec Heads with new valves 2.02, 1.6. and roller rockers, Edelbrock intake, HEI Dist, 8.8mm wires, factory valve covers, and all the Valve train parts, a 2pc timing cover and a mint Outer grill surround. I spent $650 Canadian, I think I did OK, what do you think? __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA

10-17-2005, 03:31 PM	#3
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	Re: I'm so happy... $520 US Even if it is high, it would take me a long time for me to find all of that stuff at a better deal. I'm still happy. __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA

10-17-2005, 03:51 PM	#4
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Re: I'm so happy... That is a pretty good deal. I hope in ttwo weeks to get as lucky with the swap meet in town __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

10-17-2005, 03:53 PM	#5
Derrickbwg Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lexington KY Posts: 64	Re: I'm so happy... The new grill piece is almost $500 us alone, I think you did pretty good __________________ 1971 Chevy swb Chevy trucks and import cars

10-17-2005, 06:59 PM	#7
70c10swb no brain no headache Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cape Cod MA Posts: 567	Re: I'm so happy... you made out good. My experience with swap meets are that they are either goldmines or total bombs. looks like you hit the goldmine __________________ 1996 GMC Sierra z71 1970 SWB 2wd (project)

10-17-2005, 07:05 PM	#8
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: I'm so happy... Smoking deal. I heard I missed a good one this last week.

10-17-2005, 07:26 PM	#9
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: I'm so happy... You did awesome! I went to a swap meet this weekend and came home with an old model kit and a tin sign for the garage wall. My truck may not look any better, but my garage is getting pretty fancy. __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

10-17-2005, 07:35 PM	#11
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Re: I'm so happy... Smokin deals........Can you sleep at night?? __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

10-17-2005, 07:35 PM	#12
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,097	Re: I'm so happy... Swap meets!!!!!!! The only way to shop!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

10-18-2005, 09:45 AM	#14
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: I'm so happy... Oh, you are so hooked now... Just wait, you'll be buying your wife a project next! this is what my wife is gearing up for... she wants a 50's Vette.

10-18-2005, 11:36 AM	#16
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: I'm so happy... heh, is this for the wife or you? I know of a few nice ones pretty cheap in California. Might cost and arm and a leg to ship though.



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