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Gene · 02-06-2003, 05:20 PM

I know this is a stupid question but I have to ask. A guy at work has a 12 bolt posi-trac differential(for scottri) w/ 3:73 gears and he is wanting to trade for a holley 650 spread bore carb. that I told him I bought off of E-bay for 50 bucks and it needs a rebuild. Now I know that the posi rear is worth way more than 50 bucks so here's my problem. Should I offer him more because I feel guilty, or should I take it and run even knowing that he is aware that the Holley needs work and his differential (for scottri)is perfect? I know this because he used to work at a transmission shop and he put new clutches in it and it came out of his personal truck.

He says that he really just wants a 650 spread bore because he has a factory aluminum intake and doesnt want to run a quadrajet. I have made trades before that I knew I was giving away too much but because I really wanted the items I was willing to give more, so it's ok to be on the other end right?

I have really been wanting a 3:73 posi because mine is a 3:08 posi right now.

Happy now Scottri?:p

crazy longhorn · 02-06-2003, 05:38 PM

if everybody is happy with thetrade.....I say do it! if he had to buy a new spreadbore, it would set him back about $350-400.....crazyL

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 02-06-2003, 05:57 PM

Buy him a beer and make the trade

cableguy0 · 02-06-2003, 06:00 PM

i agree take him out to the bar treat him for a night then trade. hell give him a hand with the carb rebuild if he wants. i think the probbaly just knows how much they are new has searched for a long time and couldnt find one. though the rear is worth more cash if he doesnt need it it might only be worth 50 bucks to him

1974ChevyC10 · 02-06-2003, 06:02 PM

i say go for it man-take the trade

Gene · 02-06-2003, 06:03 PM

A beer? If you guys only knew this dude

I would spend a hell of alot more than 50 bucks on beer if we worked it out like that:p Thanks for the reassurance though, I already had my mind made up before I started this thread I just needed to hear it from some fellow truckers!

Scottri · 02-06-2003, 06:39 PM

I'm a little worried when you say his "rear is perfect"

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Scott

Dean23 · 02-06-2003, 06:41 PM

If you are going to feel guilty give him the carb and I'll take the posi.....pretty simple then every time you lay down the rubber you wont be reminded of the posi.

Gene · 02-06-2003, 06:42 PM

HA HA HA.....Theres always got to be a smarta$$ in the bunch huh Scotti? LMAO I should read my posts closer from now on!!

da-burb · 02-06-2003, 06:45 PM

Just so you don't feel so guilty, I will offer you $50 for the 3.07 posi and I will promise to carry some of your guilt on my shoulders.

Gene · 02-06-2003, 06:47 PM

50 bucks and all the beer "I" can drink?:p you'd better take out a loan!

Scottri · 02-06-2003, 07:06 PM

Gene, Ya can't float those big curve balls over the plate and not expect me to take a swing! Take the posi! I've kicked my own perfect rear many times over missed deals like that.

jays68yak · 02-06-2003, 07:15 PM

Buy him a rebuild kit and throw that in too. It will make you feel a little bit better. And prob cheaper then getting him drunk at the bar.

Purs · 02-06-2003, 09:08 PM

are you sure the posi rear end is in good condition? I've most often found that if it sounds to good to be true, it usually is.... just my .02

Myride · 02-06-2003, 09:27 PM

do it

Gene · 02-07-2003, 08:40 AM

Well Purs, I havent actually seen it, but I work with the guy and he is very honest. The fact that he used to rebuild them for a living also makes me feel better.

Purs · 02-07-2003, 09:09 AM

sorry, didn't know you knew the guy personally and he was trustworthy. In that case, I'd offer the rebuild kit and make the deal. Good find.

bigjimzlll · 02-07-2003, 10:08 AM

I dont know...as soon as you make the deal..you know hes going to find 6 new spreadbores laying in a box on the side of the street,or find a perfect one for 75 bucks. if hes a friend...just tell him of your concern..its not worth the headache or bad karma. He may very well be getting the better deal, and if you voice your concerns about screwing him, it will drop the bad karma ball in his lap

02-06-2003, 05:20 PM	#1
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Is this a good trade? I know this is a stupid question but I have to ask. A guy at work has a 12 bolt posi-trac differential(for scottri) w/ 3:73 gears and he is wanting to trade for a holley 650 spread bore carb. that I told him I bought off of E-bay for 50 bucks and it needs a rebuild. Now I know that the posi rear is worth way more than 50 bucks so here's my problem. Should I offer him more because I feel guilty, or should I take it and run even knowing that he is aware that the Holley needs work and his differential (for scottri)is perfect? I know this because he used to work at a transmission shop and he put new clutches in it and it came out of his personal truck. He says that he really just wants a 650 spread bore because he has a factory aluminum intake and doesnt want to run a quadrajet. I have made trades before that I knew I was giving away too much but because I really wanted the items I was willing to give more, so it's ok to be on the other end right? I have really been wanting a 3:73 posi because mine is a 3:08 posi right now. Happy now Scottri?:p __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!! Last edited by Gene; 02-06-2003 at 06:45 PM.

02-06-2003, 05:38 PM	#2
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	if everybody is happy with thetrade.....I say do it! if he had to buy a new spreadbore, it would set him back about $350-400.....crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

02-06-2003, 05:57 PM	#3
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,092	Buy him a beer and make the trade __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

02-06-2003, 06:00 PM	#4
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	i agree take him out to the bar treat him for a night then trade. hell give him a hand with the carb rebuild if he wants. i think the probbaly just knows how much they are new has searched for a long time and couldnt find one. though the rear is worth more cash if he doesnt need it it might only be worth 50 bucks to him __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

02-06-2003, 06:02 PM	#5
1974ChevyC10 Overworked and Underlaid Join Date: May 2002 Location: Flagstaff,Arizona Posts: 1,279	i say go for it man-take the trade __________________ I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford The Beast-1978 C10 LWB Red-1978 C10 LWB (Uncle Mike)Michael Henry Millett 11/5/1957 to 03/08/2012 Gone but will never be forgotten-RIP (Uncle Chuck)Charles Manning Gulbronsen Sr 1956-2012 Taken from us to soon but you will live on in our hearts-RIP

02-06-2003, 06:03 PM	#6
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	A beer? If you guys only knew this dude I would spend a hell of alot more than 50 bucks on beer if we worked it out like that:p Thanks for the reassurance though, I already had my mind made up before I started this thread I just needed to hear it from some fellow truckers! __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

02-06-2003, 06:39 PM	#7
Scottri Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Beaverton Oregon USA Posts: 338	I'm a little worried when you say his "rear is perfect" . Scott __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 Ton Long Bed Fleetside 350, 4 speed manual, P/S, P/B, Edelbrock 1406 Carb Beaverton / Portland Oregon

02-06-2003, 06:41 PM	#8
Dean23 68cst_ss490 Join Date: May 2001 Location: edmonton,canada Posts: 1,363	If you are going to feel guilty give him the carb and I'll take the posi.....pretty simple then every time you lay down the rubber you wont be reminded of the posi. __________________ Dean edmonton,canada a winter wonderland 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche LT cold air intake, performance exhaust, Comp cams cam, jba shorty ceramic headers. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3090973

02-06-2003, 06:42 PM	#9
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	HA HA HA.....Theres always got to be a smarta$$ in the bunch huh Scotti? LMAO I should read my posts closer from now on!! __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

02-06-2003, 06:45 PM	#10
da-burb "Ochre Ogre" Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Springfield, MN Posts: 3,558	Just so you don't feel so guilty, I will offer you $50 for the 3.07 posi and I will promise to carry some of your guilt on my shoulders. __________________ Bowtie Truck Stop Inc. Mid-West GM Truck Restoration Parts Supplier Your Key Parts, Auto Metal Direct, Dynacorn, and Goodmark dealer. like us @ www.facebook.com/BowtieTruckStop 1971 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1971 K-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 K-20 Suburban (Yellow- that just aint right!) Springfield, Minnesota 56087

02-06-2003, 06:47 PM	#11
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	50 bucks and all the beer "I" can drink?:p you'd better take out a loan! __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

02-06-2003, 07:06 PM	#12
Scottri Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Beaverton Oregon USA Posts: 338	Gene, Ya can't float those big curve balls over the plate and not expect me to take a swing! Take the posi! I've kicked my own perfect rear many times over missed deals like that. __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 Ton Long Bed Fleetside 350, 4 speed manual, P/S, P/B, Edelbrock 1406 Carb Beaverton / Portland Oregon

02-06-2003, 07:15 PM	#13
jays68yak Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Gilroy, CA Posts: 1,454	Buy him a rebuild kit and throw that in too. It will make you feel a little bit better. And prob cheaper then getting him drunk at the bar. __________________ 1969 Chevy Project SWB Fleet, 20s, 5.3, t56, in the weeds. 1970 Chevy Truck cab on a 1979 Jimmy frame-8.1 liter 496 bbc/sm465/np203-jeds doubler-np205/d60/14bff Welded/42 tsls on recentered H1s 1998 Chevy Crew Cab K3500 SAS'd with hpd60, links and swayaway coilovers. 8.1l vortec DD/towrig "I like long walks, especially when they are taken by people who annoy me. "

02-06-2003, 09:08 PM	#14
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	are you sure the posi rear end is in good condition? I've most often found that if it sounds to good to be true, it usually is.... just my .02 __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

02-06-2003, 09:27 PM	#15
Myride Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 292	do it



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02-07-2003, 08:40 AM	#16
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Well Purs, I havent actually seen it, but I work with the guy and he is very honest. The fact that he used to rebuild them for a living also makes me feel better. __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

02-07-2003, 09:09 AM	#17
Purs Got Big Block? Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: West Texas Posts: 1,510	sorry, didn't know you knew the guy personally and he was trustworthy. In that case, I'd offer the rebuild kit and make the deal. Good find. __________________ "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted."

02-07-2003, 10:08 AM	#18
bigjimzlll Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Redding,CA...USA Posts: 4,736	I dont know...as soon as you make the deal..you know hes going to find 6 new spreadbores laying in a box on the side of the street,or find a perfect one for 75 bucks. if hes a friend...just tell him of your concern..its not worth the headache or bad karma. He may very well be getting the better deal, and if you voice your concerns about screwing him, it will drop the bad karma ball in his lap __________________ It's called "drag racing" if they called it "tic..tic..WHAM!..BANG! F*&K!!!", they'd have to keep the magazines under the counter with the other men's publications click the clicky to join the site.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php 67 lwb..first hotrod in 25 years..540 best ET is 9.45 @ 141.44 Anderson,CA

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