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Old 10-25-2006, 11:26 PM   #1
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my 79 gmc.. what do u think?

so whats up guys im new to the forum... i just got a new project its a 79 gmc and i was just sharring the pics with everone and wondering what you all thought.. and I know it need alot but ive done way more with way less. and it will be a really fun toy when its done....
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Old 10-25-2006, 11:29 PM   #2
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Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! My brother used to live in Thomasville, he works for Flowers bakery, he used to live in the trailer park next to that huge estate (the company's owners place I think).
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Old 10-25-2006, 11:35 PM   #3
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wow welcome and nice start! did you do it so far or is that how you got it? Looks like it has the hood crease that alot of these trucks gett. if you did it looks great so far and looks like you put some time in. if not some one did one heck of a start for you. is it on bags?
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Old 10-25-2006, 11:47 PM   #4
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welcome.
I was driving through thomasville 2 weeks ago, going to Moultrie...
small world.
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Old 10-26-2006, 07:49 AM   #5
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Re: my 79 gmc.. what do u think?

well i got the truck like it sits. and yes its bagged. but the only thing im really not going to have to re do is the shaving on the bed. the body work was done right. it has a straight 6 in it with a 3 speed but i already have a 350 with an automatice tranny thats going in it. and im going to change the front end over to a 81-87 front clip. but ill keep posting pics as i progresse. and if there is anyone out there that knows where a 81-87 chevy is that i can get cheap let me know. all i want off of it is the cab and front clip.
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Old 10-26-2006, 09:45 AM   #6
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Welcome to the forum sittininttown It looks like you picked up a great start to a killer truck. Post more pics when you can.

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Old 10-26-2006, 10:51 AM   #7
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sorry i didnt know about the wanted rules... i see that now i guess i should have read before hand... sorry again.
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Old 10-26-2006, 08:24 PM   #8
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No problem bro...
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Old 10-26-2006, 08:52 PM   #9
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Welcome to the Board! Once you get her lowered you should have a real sweet ride!!! ;^) You will be hard pressed to find a more friendly and helpful place on the internet.

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Old 10-27-2006, 12:53 AM   #10
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I belive switching to the newer front clip will involve some cowle work but am not 100% on that as i know some mods need to be done to switch back to the older front clip. Also being a 81 to 87 owner i know a comon mod is a 87 to 91 suberban or blazer front clip as they are alittle diffrent and require a diffrent rad support and grill and headlights but it is pretty comen to find them and it would be worth doing that now if you like them better. Just a suggestion though eather way it will be a killer truck when finished

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Old 10-27-2006, 09:58 PM   #11
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Looks like a good project...

Care to share pics of the bag setup and frame mods.
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Old 10-28-2006, 10:06 PM   #12
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If He gets it any lower Itll be in China.....instead of Jawja...........Nice truck........ I myself like the 73-80 front end on it ...............I like how my 85 front clip looks also.....you just dont see as many 73-80s as you used to
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Old 11-08-2006, 09:10 AM   #13
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Re: my 79 gmc.. what do u think?

so guys i got a built 350 with auto tranny last week so... the project is about to begin. im looking into getting a new cab for it because the floor pans are kinda "not there" so unless im going to be flintstoning it that has to happen first. but i did pick up me a new welder this weekend so im iching to get started. but ill post up progress pics for those who are interested.
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Old 11-08-2006, 10:09 AM   #14
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Looks like a good project you got there.
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Old 11-09-2006, 07:34 PM   #15
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Looks pricey ($$$), but cool!

I'm saving up for some light bodywork on mine. All it takes is the $$$...

Keep up the good work!
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Old 11-10-2006, 03:12 AM   #16
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Damn, that is 1 bad ass project u got there. Glad to hear u got a 350 lined up for it. Are u putting a TH350 behind it or a 700r4? Can't wait to see some progress pics. Ohh yeah welcome to the best board around from MT.
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Old 11-10-2006, 09:13 AM   #17
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hey I was wondering what company sales a bed cover for the 79 chevys, I want to go with a flush one but i cant seem to find one.
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Old 11-10-2006, 12:04 PM   #18
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looks like a good start..i get dewey eyed over 79's.
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Old 11-11-2006, 02:06 AM   #19
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looks like a good start..i get dewey eyed over 79's.
I love the 80 model year, especially mine, but 79 was the epitome of the entire model run.
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hey guys im going to replace the cab on my 79 and i was wondering if i can use a cab off of a 81-87 model and will my fenders and hood bolt up? now it doesnt have to be a direct bolt up just close... im not scared of a lil cutting or a lot of cutting....
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hey I was wondering what company sales a bed cover for the 79 chevys, I want to go with a flush one but i cant seem to find one.
Checker Products (www.checkerpro.com) make a flush-mounted tonneau.

Gaylords (www.gaylordslids.com)make a quality tonneau.

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