I want this so bad but?

[jr2]

I know I know.. it's a 64 but?

The wife gave me the go ahead to buy this as a daily driver but I have so many projects on my plate that I just can't make myself do it.. It's almost everything I want, shorty, Big back window, Custom cab~


It's a 4 speed though with a 283. Not cut out for commuting. I'd like to drop in at least a 4speed OD but I dont' have the time.. It'll sell someone else will love it.

[xtreme80]

If I had the cash it would be HARD to pass up on that.

But I agree, that ain't a good daily. Get a newer impala or something for a daily, it'll be more reliable, better fuel economy, etc.

[boatpuller]

jr,iv'e told you how i feel about that beautiful orange 78 your fixing up and going to sell.i'd drive that daily with a big smile that is a good lookin 64 though.but man, i sure hate to see you part with that 78.

[tyjoja]

four speed overdrive? I'm all ears

[swb85]

Awesome looking truck! I'd daily drive it in a heartbeat.

[Jonboy]

Originally Posted by swb85

Awesome looking truck! I'd daily drive it in a heartbeat.

Me too. If I had the Ok from mama, that would be even easier. I was given a pretty decent 65 Suburban, and that was paying too much......

[Srubydo1986]

that exactly like my grate grandfathers truck, but it burgandy and white.

Sadly tho it been sitting in the wood for more then 20 years body is great as well as floor but the wood bed is gone one day i plan to fix it no matter what it takes it must run again.

And i agree that truck would be hard to pass up. You said the 4 speed and 283 isnt good for commuting but for me that makes life great i love manual.

[jr2]

Thanks for the kudos Ben...

Originally Posted by boatpuller

jr,iv'e told you how i feel about that beautiful orange 78 your fixing up and going to sell.i'd drive that daily with a big smile that is a good lookin 64 though.but man, i sure hate to see you part with that 78.

I know I know.. but stepsides aren't my cup of tea. That's mainly the reason I built the stepside was that fact that I don't really prefer them. Makes it easier for me to part with it.

That 64 is still for sale and I even found a good 700r4 for $500 but time is not on my side lately. I am bustin my butt to get rid of the 78 so I can start on my other projects I want to keep... Believe me it's VERY tempting especially with everyones input on the truck! But these projects take precedence on the build list:
1967 Nova

1931 Chevy 3 window Coupe

And my 43 Ford


And BTW, I didn't mean to be rude about the truck if anyone is interested it's on Craigs list in Seattle.

[69BBsuburban]

Originally Posted by xtreme80

But I agree, that ain't a good daily. Get a newer impala or something for a daily, it'll be more reliable, better fuel economy, etc.

HuH???
That'd be a PERFECT daily....you can't get much more reliable that a 283!!!!
But then again.....ALL I drive are OLD cars..........

jr2---what are yer plans for the '31 Chevy???? I started building a '30 Chevy coupe a few years ago.....sold it to build my Model A..........

[jr2]

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

HuH???
That'd be a PERFECT daily....you can't get much more reliable that a 283!!!!
But then again.....ALL I drive are OLD cars..........

jr2---what are yer plans for the '31 Chevy???? I started building a '30 Chevy coupe a few years ago.....sold it to build my Model A..........

Healthy CHOP
9" rear with Big fatties
Ditchin the leafs for a Straight axle up front runnin pie plates
HEALTHY Powerplant
Caged & reinforced
Nuttin fancy just fast!
(Got any parts from your 30 left?)
A lot like this( yeah It's an "A" but you get the idea)

[69BBsuburban]

Good idea! WHOA is right!!
hahaha!!!

Here's mine....it's a *cough* Ford, but has a Chevy motor...he he he.

[jr2]

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

Good idea! WHOA is right!!
hahaha!!!

Here's mine....it's a *cough* Ford, but has a Chevy motor...he he he.

GREAT lookin ride Josh! You make it to HotRodaRama yet? Unfinished Nationals? This is one of my buddies rides that went to unfinished last year-A 32 Chevy

[69BBsuburban]

I saw that there ....Unfinished was my 1st show with my truck.....on a trailer (wasn't drivable at the time), will be at a few shows this summer around Wa.....got a calander photoshoot next month!!!!

Last year was the only year I didn't go to HotRodaRama......I may go this year, the guys that put the show on are....uh....shady....

[71chevylowrider]

Go ahead & buy that truck & I'll take that 67 Nova off your hands, I want one to build up for my wife to drive & paint it to match my truck. I think they'd look so good togethr in my driveway.

[boxrodz]

jr2 -
Sounds like you have a game plan. But, that 64 sure looks nice and clean.

I've seen some very clean and modded Nova's, especially the two-tone one that got alot of recognition a couple of years ago.

Your 31' couple looks straight except for rusted out bottom.
I saw a '34 tudor that had a mean chop and a blown, big-block where the bug catcher extended pass the roof line and it was running zoomies. If it was ever driven on the streets, all the driver would see through the mailslot would be chrome. When the owner fired it up, it could make some serious NOISE and Turbulence, aside from all that power.

[jr2]

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

I saw that there ....Unfinished was my 1st show with my truck.....on a trailer (wasn't drivable at the time), will be at a few shows this summer around Wa.....got a calander photoshoot next month!!!!

Last year was the only year I didn't go to HotRodaRama......I may go this year, the guys that put the show on are....uh....shady....

"Shady".. That's not the 1/2 of it......

Well congrats on the photo shoot. Beautiful ride you got there... (gonna ask this guessing you are but?) You ever been on the H.A.M.B.?

I found a shot of yer pickup there form last year! Nice!!
"This khaki '30-31 Ford pickup is channeled about four inches, and probably has a Z'd rear frame section. The trouble maker girl on the side emulates what may have been on a World War II bomber-and those are bombs lined up on the door behind her for the amount of direct hits."

[boxrodz]

Josh -
Cool looking hot rod.

[69BBsuburban]

Originally Posted by jr2

Well congrats on the photo shoot. Beautiful ride you got there... (gonna ask this guessing you are but?) You ever been on the H.A.M.B.?

I found a shot of yer pickup there form last year! Nice!!
"This khaki '30-31 Ford pickup is channeled about four inches, and probably has a Z'd rear frame section. The trouble maker girl on the side emulates what may have been on a World War II bomber-and those are bombs lined up on the door behind her for the amount of direct hits."

Hahahaha! I love the description.......also got WWII aircraft gauges and 1 1/2T blackout lights front and rear, diesel military SW tach, and cut down 6x6 seats....

Yes, I'm over at the HAMB as well, although lately it seems a guy can't express his opinion as much as before without it being taken out of context, so I quit posting and just read.

[jr2]

Originally Posted by boxrodz

jr2 -
Sounds like you have a game plan. But, that 64 sure looks nice and clean.

I've seen some very clean and modded Nova's, especially the two-tone one that got alot of recognition a couple of years ago.

Your 31' couple looks straight except for rusted out bottom.
I saw a '34 tudor that had a mean chop and a blown, big-block where the bug catcher extended pass the roof line and it was running zoomies. If it was ever driven on the streets, all the driver would see through the mailslot would be chrome. When the owner fired it up, it could make some serious NOISE and Turbulence, aside from all that power.

I have to pass on the 64.. Just wanted to vent my inopportune moment here for symapthy from you guys

I think I know the Nova you are talking about. There are a bunch of 2 tone jobbies but this is the best in my opinion:
Roy Pigfords 66 (Highly customized/modified I might ad too!)


My 31 is actually a pretty "straight " car but yes your right it's got a little ( haha) rust down around the bottom. It's ok I can fix it. I got nuttin but time. I like to be different in anyting I build so the 31 CHEVY fits me just fine. I like the A's and such but I like different stuff mostly. You just hardly ever see the older Chevy's anymore.

If you read through this thread you will see what mine will look like once I chop it. DeSoto Chop (it's a DeSoto but same body really) That thing looks so mean!

The 31 is the car I have dreamed about building since I was a wee lad!!!

[jr2]

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

Hahahaha! I love the description.......also got WWII aircraft gauges and 1 1/2T blackout lights front and rear, diesel military SW tach, and cut down 6x6 seats....

Yes, I'm over at the HAMB as well, although lately it seems a guy can't express his opinion as much as before without it being taken out of context, so I quit posting and just read.

I agree on the HAMB comments. It's like if you ain't in with the ole' boy crowd your out! I just lurk for now too. They don't like my Chevy much either

I did notice those blackout lights.. Pretty cool stuff. You did a damn fine job there.

Sending ya a PM...

[69BBsuburban]

Yeah man....that'b be cool...I take it all the WOOD in the body is still good? All the wood in mine was toast....
Were getting a little sidetracked here aren't we?? haha!......I love this stuff.....

Here it is after chopping the top........sorry, no parts left over....



And my truck when I started...

[jr2]

Haha!! I don't think sidetracked is the word for it!

I swear I remember that picture from the HAMB. I remember your flames on the wall. My wood is completely gone! I am going to replace it all with 1x1 tubing. The replacement wood is way too much$$$.

Is that a dirt bike I see to the right!! Oh man!! read my PM I sent to ya.

[Srubydo1986]

o man do i need a coupe

[bigblock73]

Josh, you have a nicle collection of rides.

Since this thread is already hijacked, I don't feel so bad asking this.

Care to share pics of your '68 Charger (my all time favorite vehicle!)??

I hang at the HAMB too, but I just lurk as well...I think I have like 10 post. Lots of people over there are downrite rude and inconsiderate! If you don't own a '66 or older, you suck and shouldn't be over there. Whatever.

[jr2]

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Josh, you have a nicle collection of rides.

Since this thread is already hijacked, I don't feel so bad asking this.

Care to share pics of your '68 Charger (my all time favorite vehicle!)??

I hang at the HAMB too, but I just lurk as well...I think I have like 10 post. Lots of people over there are downrite rude and inconsiderate! If you don't own a '66 or older, you suck and shouldn't be over there. Whatever.

JACKED?? It's my thread

Yeah Josh share em up... I said it was ok

The HAMB is very knowledgable but you have to have thick skin to hang there. I only have a few posts myself and I've been a memeber since, ohh, like 98??