Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**BAD4X4** · 09-12-2009, 10:31 PM

Got the new flat bed on her finally. Still have lots to finish on the bed, the headache rack and etc.

70stroker · 09-12-2009, 10:36 PM

Nice man looks great.

GMCMAX · 09-12-2009, 11:27 PM

Lookin good

bigbadchev72 · 09-12-2009, 11:44 PM

Nice truck! Love it, You take that thing out wheeling? Any good spots near you?

**BAD4X4** · 09-12-2009, 11:50 PM

Thanx guys. She doesnt go out much anymore lil too much $$$$ in shinny stuff under that cowl hood. I bought this truck from the original owner. I have been in love with it since I first saw it at 5 years old. My daughter at age 8 insists it's hers and wants it to be her first car.

trendkill · 09-13-2009, 12:40 AM

This may be a dumb question but how do you do that? Did you make the flatbed or is it a kit?

myoldchevytruck · 09-13-2009, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by BAD4X4

Thanx guys. She doesnt go out much anymore lil too much $$$$ in shinny stuff under that cowl hood. I bought this truck from the original owner. I have been in love with it since I first saw it at 5 years old. My daughter at age 8 insists it's hers and wants it to be her first car.

Great Looking Flatbed. Isn't amazing how today's youth just love the old trucks. That's awesome, I hope you keep it around long enough for her to drive it. If she (or you, haha) can afford the gas in the next 7-8 years when she starts driving, it'll definitely be on of the strongest and safest trucks on the road. No telling what vehicles will be like then.

Terakilla · 09-13-2009, 07:44 AM

Would look better on a dualy, single tire look a little week. But hey I can't dis it, pretty mean lookin regardless.

Rob H. · 09-13-2009, 08:22 AM

Nice looking truck, it always amazes me some of the old trucks that show up from Oregon and Washington state, makes me want to come back out that way just to see trucks!

**BAD4X4** · 09-13-2009, 10:57 AM

I bought the flat bed from a buddy that had it on a 1965 chevy pickup. His dad had it put on by the dealer in 65. Guys I don't think the 450 HP Big Block will be in Ol'Blue when shelby is 16. Maybe a 250 or 292 straight 6!!!!

BLAZERMAN · 09-13-2009, 02:12 PM

Love it just the way it is! wouldn't change a thing!!

**BAD4X4** · 04-06-2013, 12:11 PM

lil update photo of ol' Blue for you guys

BLAZERMAN · 04-06-2013, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BAD4X4

lil update photo of ol' Blue for you guys

Guess you didn't read my post above?? Looks Great, love the factory flatbed
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**BAD4X4** · 04-06-2013, 12:29 PM

Sorry Rob alot has changed in almost 4 years with ol blue. This truck and I have been through a lot together. LOL Someone local tried to buy it last summer for a lot of $$$$ and I turned them down. Call me crazy. I'm working on putting a fleetside bed back on it.

Iron Hauler · 04-07-2013, 10:24 AM

Looks good with that flatbed but probably worth more with a fleet bed.

**special-K** · 04-07-2013, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Iron Hauler

Looks good with that flatbed but probably worth more with a fleetside bed...

...to some,and if you ever decided to sell. But some may prefer the rarity and uniqueness of the factory flatbed over a dime a dozed pickup bed. No matter cuz it sounds like you ain't a sellin' and you're a wantin' a p/u bed. Looks great!

72BlckButy · 04-07-2013, 01:26 PM

Love old blue.
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ole dollor · 04-07-2013, 01:41 PM

it does look good as a flat bed....nice bed.

**special-K** · 04-07-2013, 10:40 PM

I'd say it looks strong...not weak at all. GM gave the right width to suit a single wheel. They are as proportionate with single rear as the beds that came on dual rears.

**BAD4X4** · 04-07-2013, 11:33 PM

It would take ALOT OF DOUGH to let ol blue go. She is part of the family. Like one of the kids, evean cost me as much.

09-12-2009, 10:31 PM	#1
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Got the new flat bed on her finally. Still have lots to finish on the bed, the headache rack and etc. Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

09-12-2009, 10:36 PM	#2
70stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pittsburg kansas Posts: 894	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Nice man looks great. __________________ 70 GMC build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613130

09-12-2009, 11:27 PM	#3
GMCMAX Active Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lower Mid-East Ca. Posts: 326	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Lookin good __________________ Never try to teach a pig to sing; it wastes your time and annoys the pig! Gets More Chicks My lugnuts require more torque than your honda makes! 68 GMC, 4X4 conversion w/73 k20 running gear and springs, 350 4spd, 4.10's, D44 powerlok front, 14BFF govlock rear, 33" tires, lifted 4".

09-12-2009, 11:44 PM	#4
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Nice truck! Love it, You take that thing out wheeling? Any good spots near you? __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

09-12-2009, 11:50 PM	#5
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Thanx guys. She doesnt go out much anymore lil too much $$$$ in shinny stuff under that cowl hood. I bought this truck from the original owner. I have been in love with it since I first saw it at 5 years old. My daughter at age 8 insists it's hers and wants it to be her first car. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

09-13-2009, 12:40 AM	#6
trendkill Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ft. Worth, Tx 76135 Posts: 64	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! This may be a dumb question but how do you do that? Did you make the flatbed or is it a kit?

09-13-2009, 07:44 AM	#8
Terakilla Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ft Stockton Texas Posts: 90	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Would look better on a dualy, single tire look a little week. But hey I can't dis it, pretty mean lookin regardless.

09-13-2009, 08:22 AM	#9
Rob H. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Petersville KY Posts: 673	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Nice looking truck, it always amazes me some of the old trucks that show up from Oregon and Washington state, makes me want to come back out that way just to see trucks! __________________ Rob 72 C/10 (under reconstruction)(destruction ? LOL) 48 Willys CJ2A 1952 Super "A" Farmall (Grandfather's)

09-13-2009, 10:57 AM	#10
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! I bought the flat bed from a buddy that had it on a 1965 chevy pickup. His dad had it put on by the dealer in 65. Guys I don't think the 450 HP Big Block will be in Ol'Blue when shelby is 16. Maybe a 250 or 292 straight 6!!!! __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

09-13-2009, 02:12 PM	#11
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Love it just the way it is! wouldn't change a thing!! __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

04-06-2013, 12:11 PM	#12
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! lil update photo of ol' Blue for you guys Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

04-06-2013, 12:29 PM	#14
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Sorry Rob alot has changed in almost 4 years with ol blue. This truck and I have been through a lot together. LOL Someone local tried to buy it last summer for a lot of $$$$ and I turned them down. Call me crazy. I'm working on putting a fleetside bed back on it. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

04-07-2013, 10:24 AM	#15
Iron Hauler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Shenandoah Iowa Posts: 186	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Looks good with that flatbed but probably worth more with a fleet bed.

04-07-2013, 01:26 PM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! Love old blue. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -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)

04-07-2013, 01:41 PM	#18
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! it does look good as a flat bed....nice bed.



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04-07-2013, 10:40 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! I'd say it looks strong...not weak at all. GM gave the right width to suit a single wheel. They are as proportionate with single rear as the beds that came on dual rears. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-07-2013, 11:33 PM	#20
BAD4X4 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: La pine Oregon Posts: 1,668	Re: Ol' Blue got a new bed!!! It would take ALOT OF DOUGH to let ol blue go. She is part of the family. Like one of the kids, evean cost me as much. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne K-30 6"lift {502 PROJECT} 1972 Cheyenne K-30 8"lift 454 450hp {Ol'Blue} 1972 Cheyenne K-20 Custom Stretch 6" lift 454 1972 Custom Deluxe K-20 4" lift 2007 GMC Crew Cab Diesel 6"lift {The Tow Rig 2017 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 6.7 6"lift (Wife's) 1977 El Camino SS Grandpa baught new 1986 K-30 Crew Cab 502 1955 Chevy 2-Door gasser 454 550hp{project} 1956 Chevy Bel-Air 2-Door hardtop 572 700hp 1979 Ford F-350 All Original 4x4 (Wife's)

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