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whutdidyousay · 02-15-2009, 01:09 PM

Hey everyone, Just stopping in to sat hi and introduce myself.

I'm Eric... From Forest Grove, OR.... I like Chevy's, But not the newer crap.

I drive a '89 Suburban with 3/4 ton axles and 34" tires as my family rig. I love this truck. When I got it in December 2008 it had a 10 bolt front & rear ends with 3.42 gears.... Now it has a 3/4 ton Dana 44 in the front and a 14 bolt FF in the rear. I was told 4.10's, but haven't checked yet. Also went from 32"-34" tires.

I also just bought a '70 C-10 2wd rust bucket with a 6 cylinder and TH350 trans for a work truck. I've always wanted a truck this body style... even though it's a beater just watch what happens in the next 6 months. Not gunna be a show stopper, but a solid trustworthy work truck.

I'll figure out if I can post pics later.......

I have alot of wrenching experience, but not professional. I have worked alot for people on the side. I am one of those shadetree guys in a way. I do make sure to research every project as much as I can. I try to get all the info I can and not just listen to my friend who "made it work". I like to get it done right. That's why I'm here. All of my projects have turned out well so far... From shoe string dime store primered "restored" trucks to full blown really nice possibly show quality daily drivers.

My projects that will be coming up will mostly be for the '70... Just doing the very least to get it reliable and safe... I don't care about the rust, but a cheepo body job may be in order. I will soon be replacing the th350 that is in it and rebuilding one for the first time. I will also completely rewire it with a newer style fuse box and heavy duty wires. I've already designed my own harness, just gotta work out the the small details. Otherwise ,I'm just gunna keep her running. Well maybe a mild 350 conversion in the future.

DREAMS OF A 67 · 02-15-2009, 02:44 PM

FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!!

shaneschevys · 02-15-2009, 02:48 PM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

Sixtyninewest · 02-15-2009, 03:00 PM

My Name is Steve Kelly, I am 31 and live in Lake Stevens Washington. I currently have a 71 GMC C-10 pickup. I had a similar truck 10 years ago so I am chasing my youth. I am getting ready to pickup a 71 Burb this week and am selling the GMC.

My first question is I can't figure out how to post an ad in the for sale section.... Any help?

jsbgump · 02-15-2009, 03:20 PM

Welcome to the board from Texas

72BlckButy · 02-15-2009, 08:59 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more.

whutdidyousay · 02-15-2009, 09:51 PM

Thank you all for the warm welcome. I've been a member of some good forums in the past. I've recieved invaluable advice and a great sense of community. I hope to see the same from here.

Cyclone44 · 02-15-2009, 10:06 PM

from Knoxville Tn.....

sswitzke · 02-16-2009, 12:07 AM

Welcome from Southwest Mo.

TimE · 02-16-2009, 07:31 AM

from south Alabama!

krue · 02-21-2009, 11:46 PM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi!

02-15-2009, 01:09 PM	#1
whutdidyousay Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Forest Grove, OR Posts: 10	We all have to be Newbies sometime! Hey everyone, Just stopping in to sat hi and introduce myself. I'm Eric... From Forest Grove, OR.... I like Chevy's, But not the newer crap. I drive a '89 Suburban with 3/4 ton axles and 34" tires as my family rig. I love this truck. When I got it in December 2008 it had a 10 bolt front & rear ends with 3.42 gears.... Now it has a 3/4 ton Dana 44 in the front and a 14 bolt FF in the rear. I was told 4.10's, but haven't checked yet. Also went from 32"-34" tires. I also just bought a '70 C-10 2wd rust bucket with a 6 cylinder and TH350 trans for a work truck. I've always wanted a truck this body style... even though it's a beater just watch what happens in the next 6 months. Not gunna be a show stopper, but a solid trustworthy work truck. I'll figure out if I can post pics later....... I have alot of wrenching experience, but not professional. I have worked alot for people on the side. I am one of those shadetree guys in a way. I do make sure to research every project as much as I can. I try to get all the info I can and not just listen to my friend who "made it work". I like to get it done right. That's why I'm here. All of my projects have turned out well so far... From shoe string dime store primered "restored" trucks to full blown really nice possibly show quality daily drivers. My projects that will be coming up will mostly be for the '70... Just doing the very least to get it reliable and safe... I don't care about the rust, but a cheepo body job may be in order. I will soon be replacing the th350 that is in it and rebuilding one for the first time. I will also completely rewire it with a newer style fuse box and heavy duty wires. I've already designed my own harness, just gotta work out the the small details. Otherwise ,I'm just gunna keep her running. Well maybe a mild 350 conversion in the future.

02-15-2009, 02:44 PM	#2
DREAMS OF A 67 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: knoxville TN Posts: 1,950	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!! __________________ Joe

02-15-2009, 02:48 PM	#3
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! Welcome from FT Worth TX. __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

02-15-2009, 03:00 PM	#4
Sixtyninewest Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lake Stevens Washington Posts: 4	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! My Name is Steve Kelly, I am 31 and live in Lake Stevens Washington. I currently have a 71 GMC C-10 pickup. I had a similar truck 10 years ago so I am chasing my youth. I am getting ready to pickup a 71 Burb this week and am selling the GMC. My first question is I can't figure out how to post an ad in the for sale section.... Any help?

02-15-2009, 03:20 PM	#5
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

02-15-2009, 08:59 PM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! to the board from Mid-MO!!! You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-15-2009, 09:51 PM	#7
whutdidyousay Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Forest Grove, OR Posts: 10	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! Thank you all for the warm welcome. I've been a member of some good forums in the past. I've recieved invaluable advice and a great sense of community. I hope to see the same from here.

02-15-2009, 10:06 PM	#8
Cyclone44 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: K-town Posts: 4,029	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! from Knoxville Tn.....

02-16-2009, 12:07 AM	#9
sswitzke Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Buffalo, MO Posts: 589	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! Welcome from Southwest Mo.

02-16-2009, 07:31 AM	#10
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! from south Alabama! __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

02-21-2009, 11:46 PM	#11
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: We all have to be Newbies sometime! Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"



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