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Brock · 08-10-2007, 07:57 PM

Hey all...this is my first post so be gentle.

Just bought a 68 stepside (off ebay) I've decided on color (canary yellow, black trim) and all that stuff (JDM racing seats, 327, 700r4 just out of $$$ to proceed right now. Haven't figure out what to do about painting the inside of the bed (wood will eventually be replaced)...Same as the truck, black, Black up to the rim, black to include the top railing????? Any ideas?

Anyway, I'm wanting a model / diecast / matchbox / hotwheel...of a 68 stepside anybody know where I might find something?

PanelDeland · 08-10-2007, 09:45 PM

Die cast are available at some Target or Wallmart stores.You just kind of have to look at all the "Hot Wheels" to find them.There are others in the same area by other names.Sizes range from 1:87 or so up to 1:18 ,Some can be found at swap meets also.There is a model kit of a 72 (1/24 scale)but I have'nt seen a 67-71 yet.

lamar · 08-10-2007, 10:01 PM

Lets see some pics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

*ksjh1316* · 08-10-2007, 10:06 PM

Sorry I need to see it please

**Stocker** · 08-10-2007, 10:18 PM

Congrats on your new truck, and welcome to the very best board on the 'net -- bar none!!

Now about those pics......

Brock · 08-10-2007, 10:34 PM

Oh trust me it ain't pretty... but I'm working on it. The good thing is the only thing rusted out is the passenger side rocker, small rust hole in the corner of passenger door, and INSIDE the cab up front (how'd that get there?), I've already got it sanded , body-filled, sanded, primered, sanded, half-way primer-sealed

How in the heck do ya get pictures on this thing? I've got a few from the ebay ad

You guys are gonna love this...I bought this truck as replacement for the truck I currently drive everyday...a 2005 F-150 (It was part of a Truck/boat package I couldn't pass up)

sleepyboy · 08-10-2007, 11:07 PM

My "rust free" truck came off EVIL BAY from New Jersey..I was P.O.'d that it was almost a full cab redo, but, hey, I didn't care, I had my '69. Three years later and a few bags of money, I am well on my way to recovery and the truck of my dreams..Just don't ask my wife about the recovery part though. She will say my Chevy truck fever may need professional help or an exorcism in the near future..Welcome to the obsession.

*ksjh1316* · 08-10-2007, 11:12 PM

For you to post pics it would be easy to post the link to the auction you bought the truck from and we can check it out there. Sounds like you have a good start though.

08-10-2007, 07:57 PM	#1
Brock upgrading to an older model Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, KY Posts: 346	newbie lookin' for advice Hey all...this is my first post so be gentle. Just bought a 68 stepside (off ebay) I've decided on color (canary yellow, black trim) and all that stuff (JDM racing seats, 327, 700r4 just out of $$$ to proceed right now. Haven't figure out what to do about painting the inside of the bed (wood will eventually be replaced)...Same as the truck, black, Black up to the rim, black to include the top railing????? Any ideas? Anyway, I'm wanting a model / diecast / matchbox / hotwheel...of a 68 stepside anybody know where I might find something?

08-10-2007, 09:45 PM	#2
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: newbie lookin' for advice Die cast are available at some Target or Wallmart stores.You just kind of have to look at all the "Hot Wheels" to find them.There are others in the same area by other names.Sizes range from 1:87 or so up to 1:18 ,Some can be found at swap meets also.There is a model kit of a 72 (1/24 scale)but I have'nt seen a 67-71 yet. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-10-2007, 10:01 PM	#3
lamar Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Covington,Ga Posts: 453	Re: newbie lookin' for advice Lets see some pics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 72 C-10

08-10-2007, 10:06 PM	#4
ksjh1316 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,599	Re: newbie lookin' for advice Sorry I need to see it please

08-10-2007, 10:18 PM	#5
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,722	Re: newbie lookin' for advice Congrats on your new truck, and welcome to the very best board on the 'net -- bar none!! Now about those pics...... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

08-10-2007, 10:34 PM	#6
Brock upgrading to an older model Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, KY Posts: 346	Re: newbie lookin' for advice Oh trust me it ain't pretty... but I'm working on it. The good thing is the only thing rusted out is the passenger side rocker, small rust hole in the corner of passenger door, and INSIDE the cab up front (how'd that get there?), I've already got it sanded , body-filled, sanded, primered, sanded, half-way primer-sealed How in the heck do ya get pictures on this thing? I've got a few from the ebay ad You guys are gonna love this...I bought this truck as replacement for the truck I currently drive everyday...a 2005 F-150 (It was part of a Truck/boat package I couldn't pass up)

08-10-2007, 11:07 PM	#7
sleepyboy '69 Step Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Marion, Texas Posts: 722	Re: newbie lookin' for advice My "rust free" truck came off EVIL BAY from New Jersey..I was P.O.'d that it was almost a full cab redo, but, hey, I didn't care, I had my '69. Three years later and a few bags of money, I am well on my way to recovery and the truck of my dreams..Just don't ask my wife about the recovery part though. She will say my Chevy truck fever may need professional help or an exorcism in the near future..Welcome to the obsession. __________________ It's my truck, and Yes, I CUT the dash, so what??

08-10-2007, 11:12 PM	#8
ksjh1316 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,599	Re: newbie lookin' for advice For you to post pics it would be easy to post the link to the auction you bought the truck from and we can check it out there. Sounds like you have a good start though.



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