New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Genuine GM · 05-14-2009, 08:51 PM

Hello, to everyone here. I am new to the site and have only been lurking a couple of days while my registration was completed.

I suppose I should tell something about me. First, some of you may remember my username from CT between 2001-2004. I used to be a regular on there with a 78 C10. Since then I have got married, had a son, bought a house and land and changed jobs. Now my son is 3 and loves to help dad, so I decided to bring the ole' 78 home from my dads house. He had been using it as a parts chaser so it was driven, but stored outside. The minor repair/rebuild I thought I would find turned bad when I noticed the bed was rotted out and the windshield had been leaking leaving me a floor of swiss cheese. I already needed a L/H front fender, hood and both doors add to that the 700R4 is going out and I have a stout engine, built rearend and a frame. My wife, who is a car girl, told me to get a loan and buy a different truck.

I am not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, so the next morn, I applied and got a 3K loan. That was Friday, Monday I bought a straight 65 SWB fleetside. Mechanically it needs work and it is in Krylon primer, but body damage and rust are minimal given the age. I work in aviation and have a paint crew at work. They all said they could cut me a GOOD deal on getting it arrow straight and in DP-90 primer. I am going to rob my 78 of all the good parts and put them on the 65.

But first I must fix the rats nest of wiring and the rigged tilt column install. My goal is to have it those to done, lowered and in DP90 by the Goodguys show in September. That is a tall order given I have a loan to pay off ASAP as well.

I have owned 9 74-81 model trucks so I can be help with that model. This is my first truck older than 74, so I am in the dark on it, but it is simple for sure.

I am 30 years old, live in a once little town called Keller outside of Fort Worth as I mentioned above I have a wonderful wife and a 3 year old son. We are trying for baby #2 at present. I am the Chief Inspector at a company that modifies helicopters for law enforcement and emergency medical use.

Thanks for having me. Look forward to learning about my 65 and helping someone learn about the 74-87 models as well.

C. J. Daniel

DWright · 05-14-2009, 09:11 PM

post some pics of your new ride soon, i'm sure everyone would enjoy them.

TimE · 05-14-2009, 09:28 PM

Alan's Classic · 05-14-2009, 09:41 PM

You'll love it here. There are alot of great people here. Post up some pics so we can see.

hewlett2002000 · 05-14-2009, 09:49 PM

Welcome from fort worth, tx. Let me know if you ever need any help, i live right down the road. my specialty is wiring but im good with everything but paint. lol cant wait to see pics.
John

SCOTI · 05-14-2009, 10:00 PM

Welcome back. I'm over in the east Dallas/Garland area.

**Captainfab** · 05-15-2009, 12:21 AM

Welcome to the board

Sounds like you already have a donor truck for your '65. Should be no problem getting it driving by Sept.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 05-15-2009, 10:03 AM

You need to post pictures before someone dose this to you. And Welcome. I also have a 65 Short Fleet

protrash64 · 05-15-2009, 11:26 AM

from AZ......you should have no problem adapting to this series of truck as they are a simpler version of the later years, IMO. Plus all of your 70's parts are practically a bolt-on. Looking forward to seeing your projects.

MacAttack · 05-15-2009, 11:49 AM

Welcome - From The West Coast

As you can see - it doesn't take long for them to begin circling.....

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Originally Posted by DWright

post some pics of your new ride soon, i'm sure everyone would enjoy them.

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Post up some pics so we can see.

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Originally Posted by hewlett2002000

lol cant wait to see pics.

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

You need to post pictures before someone does this to you.

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Originally Posted by protrash64

Looking forward to seeing your projects.

Mac.

**ChiefRocka** · 05-15-2009, 12:01 PM

Always nice to see returning customers.....

Welcome !!

So cool to get the kids involved too....good for you !!!

My 4 yr old girl wants flames on the my truck....

Let's see some pics !!

Genuine GM · 05-15-2009, 01:27 PM

Here are some pics taken the morning after I got it. I already have a better tailgate and Monday I am ripping out the column and all the wiring. The only major rust spot is about the size of a tennis ball under the drivers feet. There are a couple of dents in the bed, but nothing to bad.

It has a stock 305/TH350 out of a mid 80's truck. It is a slug, I bet it wouldn't break 15's in the 1/4. My old 78 (Long bed) ran 13.10's. That engine in this truck should make 12's.

I think I did alright for $2700.00

MacAttack · 05-15-2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Genuine GM

I think I did alright for $2700.00

Yes you did.

Mac.

**Corts60** · 05-15-2009, 03:12 PM

WOW! That is very straight. Welcome from Astoria, OR.

05-14-2009, 08:51 PM	#1
Genuine GM Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Unincorporated County, TX Posts: 172	New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Hello, to everyone here. I am new to the site and have only been lurking a couple of days while my registration was completed. I suppose I should tell something about me. First, some of you may remember my username from CT between 2001-2004. I used to be a regular on there with a 78 C10. Since then I have got married, had a son, bought a house and land and changed jobs. Now my son is 3 and loves to help dad, so I decided to bring the ole' 78 home from my dads house. He had been using it as a parts chaser so it was driven, but stored outside. The minor repair/rebuild I thought I would find turned bad when I noticed the bed was rotted out and the windshield had been leaking leaving me a floor of swiss cheese. I already needed a L/H front fender, hood and both doors add to that the 700R4 is going out and I have a stout engine, built rearend and a frame. My wife, who is a car girl, told me to get a loan and buy a different truck. I am not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, so the next morn, I applied and got a 3K loan. That was Friday, Monday I bought a straight 65 SWB fleetside. Mechanically it needs work and it is in Krylon primer, but body damage and rust are minimal given the age. I work in aviation and have a paint crew at work. They all said they could cut me a GOOD deal on getting it arrow straight and in DP-90 primer. I am going to rob my 78 of all the good parts and put them on the 65. But first I must fix the rats nest of wiring and the rigged tilt column install. My goal is to have it those to done, lowered and in DP90 by the Goodguys show in September. That is a tall order given I have a loan to pay off ASAP as well. I have owned 9 74-81 model trucks so I can be help with that model. This is my first truck older than 74, so I am in the dark on it, but it is simple for sure. I am 30 years old, live in a once little town called Keller outside of Fort Worth as I mentioned above I have a wonderful wife and a 3 year old son. We are trying for baby #2 at present. I am the Chief Inspector at a company that modifies helicopters for law enforcement and emergency medical use. Thanks for having me. Look forward to learning about my 65 and helping someone learn about the 74-87 models as well. C. J. Daniel Last edited by Genuine GM; 05-14-2009 at 08:53 PM.

05-14-2009, 09:28 PM	#3
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

05-14-2009, 09:41 PM	#4
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area You'll love it here. There are alot of great people here. Post up some pics so we can see. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

05-14-2009, 09:49 PM	#5
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Welcome from fort worth, tx. Let me know if you ever need any help, i live right down the road. my specialty is wiring but im good with everything but paint. lol cant wait to see pics. John __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

05-14-2009, 10:00 PM	#6
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Welcome back. I'm over in the east Dallas/Garland area. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-14-2009, 09:11 PM	#2
DWright Shlong Bed Club Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Milford, VA Posts: 220	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area post some pics of your new ride soon, i'm sure everyone would enjoy them.

05-15-2009, 12:21 AM	#7
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Welcome to the board Sounds like you already have a donor truck for your '65. Should be no problem getting it driving by Sept. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-15-2009, 10:03 AM	#8
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,782	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area You need to post pictures before someone dose this to you. And Welcome. I also have a 65 Short Fleet __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536 Last edited by Chevy Fleetside; 05-15-2009 at 10:04 AM.

05-15-2009, 11:26 AM	#9
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area from AZ......you should have no problem adapting to this series of truck as they are a simpler version of the later years, IMO. Plus all of your 70's parts are practically a bolt-on. Looking forward to seeing your projects. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

05-15-2009, 12:01 PM	#11
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Always nice to see returning customers..... Welcome !! So cool to get the kids involved too....good for you !!! My 4 yr old girl wants flames on the my truck.... Let's see some pics !! __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

05-15-2009, 01:27 PM	#12
Genuine GM Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Unincorporated County, TX Posts: 172	Re: New guy with a 65, also posted in New Member Area Here are some pics taken the morning after I got it. I already have a better tailgate and Monday I am ripping out the column and all the wiring. The only major rust spot is about the size of a tennis ball under the drivers feet. There are a couple of dents in the bed, but nothing to bad. It has a stock 305/TH350 out of a mid 80's truck. It is a slug, I bet it wouldn't break 15's in the 1/4. My old 78 (Long bed) ran 13.10's. That engine in this truck should make 12's. I think I did alright for $2700.00 Attached Images __________________ Don't let my username fool you, I have become brand blind. Cool is cool, period. 1965 C-10 - "Whipping Post" 1958 Biscayne - "Ruby" 1961 IH Scout 80 - "Gaucho" (My wife's new project) 1938 Chevy - unstarted project.

05-15-2009, 03:12 PM	#14
Corts60 Just here to tinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Holland, MI Posts: 3,697	WOW! That is very straight. Welcome from Astoria, OR. __________________ 78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 73 Chevy C20(Daily)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=852767 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(sold)



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