My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Grumpy old man** · 12-31-2013, 07:14 PM

Well... after being shut down I upped the membership fee and want to ask for opinions again . should I or shouldn't I part this truck out ? This is not a sale ad I am asking opinions only !!!! I bought a 1969 GMC to scrap for parts and once it was home I am having second thoughts and am asking what would you do ? it's a 1969 GMC 3/4 ton 350 4 speed truck in decent shape . Should I part it out for my 2 '67 builds or should I sell/trade it in one piece ? http://

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**LockDoc** · 12-31-2013, 07:41 PM

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I'll say what I said in your other thread.

It looks like a pretty decent truck for TN but I wouldn't have a lot of problems sacrificing it to complete a couple of other projects...

Just my 2¢ worth.

LockDoc

**jocko** · 12-31-2013, 08:03 PM

Touch call - figure out what parts you'd sell and how much you'd ask, then total it up. Ask that +$250 for the whole truck and see if you can save yourself the labor and make the same money by having someone drive it off/tow it away in one piece. If no takers, then part it. Parting it is a good bit of work and the hassle of advertising, etc, all takes your time. Better than scrapping though - and I bet someone would buy that truck. Do the math, I'm betting with the rarity of GMC stuff, you might actually make more $ by parting it.

prairewolf · 12-31-2013, 08:03 PM

... Sell it as is in one piece keep the hubcaps/wheelcovers. ... unless you are under 50yrs old, and have all kinds of extra time, to take stuff apart and post pictures of it and Wait. ........ nice enough truck, it should sell again. imo.

I just turned 50 and I see how fast the clock turns now. I am getting so decisive it is funny....

life and stock hubcaps are good.

BigRed76 · 12-31-2013, 10:50 PM

If it were mine I'd keep it. Gotta have at least one to drive while working on other projects.

flashed · 12-31-2013, 10:57 PM

Its too nice to part out .

ole dollor · 12-31-2013, 11:06 PM

looks like a pretty solid truck. put it line to fix up. GMC are cool, keep it.

**leddzepp** · 12-31-2013, 11:24 PM

Part it out and focus on the other projects.

67ChevyRedneck · 12-31-2013, 11:39 PM

What is it that you need from it? Cab? A fender? Bed? Just small pieces?

Unfortunately, it's just an old long bed at this point. There's no cool original patina paint, it's a long bed, it's a 6 lug manual drum brake, non power steering, no A/C truck, it's a little haggard and rough...

You were bragging about snatching up trucks super cheap a while ago, so I'm guessing you got this one for a song. Some of the panels are a little beat up, cab needs work, long beds themselves (the bed) don't really sell for a whole lot... there really isn't much value in the frame or suspension, this one may be worth throwing it back on Craigslist and see what happens.

Lee H · 12-31-2013, 11:40 PM

Part it out.

trac209 · 01-01-2014, 03:16 AM

Well In my neck of the woods that's a 3000 plus dollar truck. So I might be biased in saying it's definitely a fixable driver. Making a decision on a truck like that is a problem I wish I had lol.

**Grumpy old man** · 01-01-2014, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

What is it that you need from it? Cab? A fender? Bed? Just small pieces?

Unfortunately, it's just an old long bed at this point. There's no cool original patina paint, it's a long bed, it's a 6 lug manual drum brake, non power steering, no A/C truck, it's a little haggard and rough...

You were bragging about snatching up trucks super cheap a while ago, so I'm guessing you got this one for a song. Some of the panels are a little beat up, cab needs work, long beds themselves (the bed) don't really sell for a whole lot... there really isn't much value in the frame or suspension, this one may be worth throwing it back on Craigslist and see what happens.

Well... I wasn't bragging about finding a few cheap trucks and I hope most didn't take it that way ... I saw it as guys who gave up on projects and I helped them out with Christmas cash for their families .

Everybody won !, They got what they needed and so did I

Mathew21 · 01-01-2014, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trac209

Well In my neck of the woods that's a 3000 plus dollar truck. So I might be biased in saying it's definitely a fixable driver. Making a decision on a truck like that is a problem I wish I had lol.

I was gonna make the same kind of statement. Here in Michigan that looks to nice to part out.

NobleSix · 01-01-2014, 10:51 AM

i agree with the " put it in line to be fixed" comment. but then again, did any of you fellas see tll74's thread about winter time trucks? those pictures are what i imagine my yard is going to look like eventually. i have enough space, i keep lying to myself. i could cram in a few more! but if time or health is at all a factor, part her out and sell her. id rather see something i started come to a finish, than a rolling monument of wasted time and missed opportunities.

me personally, id keep it, part it out to further the progress on the projects i have undertaken, and then decide if i still want to keep it or just sell the remainder. i pretty much did this after i found the 67. i got her for a screaming deal, $100 and 2 packs of marb 100's. took off what parts i needed and was still left with about 90% of a decent truck, so i kept her, and if i had come across that gmc of yours, id keep it as well.

just my humble opinion. have a safe and happy happy happy 2014 everyone!!

Cordless57 · 01-01-2014, 10:53 AM

Put a limit on the number of hours and dollars you can put into that truck. Fix it to your budget of time and $$, then sell it. A seat cover, a dash cover of some sort.

A thorough cleanup. A tuneup.

List it.

Then, if it sells as a driver, you and someone else both win. If it doesn't sell, part it out quickly in large chunks to pay for your other projects.

Just MHO

**lolife99** · 01-01-2014, 11:48 AM

I'm interested in the radio delete plate if you decide to part it out.

**ho70** · 01-01-2014, 01:43 PM

Try sellin it first and if you don't get what you want-part it out

Lattimer · 01-01-2014, 02:12 PM

Personally, I hate to see anything that isn't a total disaster get parted out. If its good enough to make back into a driver, I'd sell it rather than part it.

**Grumpy old man** · 01-01-2014, 05:27 PM

Well... I've decided to Clean it up some more new plugs and clean the carb and give it a new dash pad and reupholster the seat in black vinyl ( I've been sewing custom upholstery for 35 years ), And if it sells before I start needing parts off of it good ! and if not you just can't pass up parts in your own driveway !

flashed · 01-01-2014, 08:01 PM

Glad another one is being saved for now anyway.

Tinkermc · 01-01-2014, 09:41 PM

If you part it please PM me about complete grill including hood and eyebrows TIA

**davischevy** · 01-02-2014, 12:02 AM

I think you should sell the tailgate to me. So it will get better gas mileage, of course.

In The Ten Ring · 01-02-2014, 08:39 AM

Fix it up.

Man I wish my truck was a manual in the floor.

NobleSix · 01-02-2014, 09:34 AM

another one fights the rust! very nice truck(s) grumpy.

67 chevelle · 01-02-2014, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashed

Its too nice to part out .

I agree

12-31-2013, 07:14 PM	#1
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Well... after being shut down I upped the membership fee and want to ask for opinions again . should I or shouldn't I part this truck out ? This is not a sale ad I am asking opinions only !!!! I bought a 1969 GMC to scrap for parts and once it was home I am having second thoughts and am asking what would you do ? it's a 1969 GMC 3/4 ton 350 4 speed truck in decent shape . Should I part it out for my 2 '67 builds or should I sell/trade it in one piece ? http://http://http://http://

12-31-2013, 07:41 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,771	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? - I'll say what I said in your other thread. It looks like a pretty decent truck for TN but I wouldn't have a lot of problems sacrificing it to complete a couple of other projects... Just my 2¢ worth. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 12-31-2013 at 09:30 PM.

12-31-2013, 08:03 PM	#3
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Touch call - figure out what parts you'd sell and how much you'd ask, then total it up. Ask that +$250 for the whole truck and see if you can save yourself the labor and make the same money by having someone drive it off/tow it away in one piece. If no takers, then part it. Parting it is a good bit of work and the hassle of advertising, etc, all takes your time. Better than scrapping though - and I bet someone would buy that truck. Do the math, I'm betting with the rarity of GMC stuff, you might actually make more $ by parting it.

12-31-2013, 08:03 PM	#4
prairewolf Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: south dakota Posts: 1,895	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? ... Sell it as is in one piece keep the hubcaps/wheelcovers. ... unless you are under 50yrs old, and have all kinds of extra time, to take stuff apart and post pictures of it and Wait. ........ nice enough truck, it should sell again. imo. I just turned 50 and I see how fast the clock turns now. I am getting so decisive it is funny.... life and stock hubcaps are good. __________________ eat,work,spend,sleep,repeat.

12-31-2013, 10:50 PM	#5
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? If it were mine I'd keep it. Gotta have at least one to drive while working on other projects. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

12-31-2013, 10:57 PM	#6
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Its too nice to part out .

12-31-2013, 11:06 PM	#7
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? looks like a pretty solid truck. put it line to fix up. GMC are cool, keep it.

12-31-2013, 11:24 PM	#8
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Part it out and focus on the other projects. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

12-31-2013, 11:39 PM	#9
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? What is it that you need from it? Cab? A fender? Bed? Just small pieces? Unfortunately, it's just an old long bed at this point. There's no cool original patina paint, it's a long bed, it's a 6 lug manual drum brake, non power steering, no A/C truck, it's a little haggard and rough... You were bragging about snatching up trucks super cheap a while ago, so I'm guessing you got this one for a song. Some of the panels are a little beat up, cab needs work, long beds themselves (the bed) don't really sell for a whole lot... there really isn't much value in the frame or suspension, this one may be worth throwing it back on Craigslist and see what happens. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

12-31-2013, 11:40 PM	#10
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Part it out. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

01-01-2014, 03:16 AM	#11
trac209 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: winnipeg Posts: 1,107	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Well In my neck of the woods that's a 3000 plus dollar truck. So I might be biased in saying it's definitely a fixable driver. Making a decision on a truck like that is a problem I wish I had lol.

01-01-2014, 10:51 AM	#14
NobleSix Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: spokane washington Posts: 56	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? i agree with the " put it in line to be fixed" comment. but then again, did any of you fellas see tll74's thread about winter time trucks? those pictures are what i imagine my yard is going to look like eventually. i have enough space, i keep lying to myself. i could cram in a few more! but if time or health is at all a factor, part her out and sell her. id rather see something i started come to a finish, than a rolling monument of wasted time and missed opportunities. me personally, id keep it, part it out to further the progress on the projects i have undertaken, and then decide if i still want to keep it or just sell the remainder. i pretty much did this after i found the 67. i got her for a screaming deal, $100 and 2 packs of marb 100's. took off what parts i needed and was still left with about 90% of a decent truck, so i kept her, and if i had come across that gmc of yours, id keep it as well. just my humble opinion. have a safe and happy happy happy 2014 everyone!! __________________ '69 c10 longbed granny 4spd 292 "Behemoth" '67 c10 longbed granny 4spd 292 "Burzum" some pictures of my work in progresshttp://photobucket.com/zaeea R.I.P. Corey "Flattus Maximus" Smoot 11/3/11 You will be missed. Your sound lives on.

01-01-2014, 10:53 AM	#15
Cordless57 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 83	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Put a limit on the number of hours and dollars you can put into that truck. Fix it to your budget of time and $$, then sell it. A seat cover, a dash cover of some sort. A thorough cleanup. A tuneup. List it. Then, if it sells as a driver, you and someone else both win. If it doesn't sell, part it out quickly in large chunks to pay for your other projects. Just MHO

01-01-2014, 11:48 AM	#16
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? I'm interested in the radio delete plate if you decide to part it out. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

01-01-2014, 01:43 PM	#17
ho70 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Winnipeg, Mb Posts: 1,115	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Try sellin it first and if you don't get what you want-part it out



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01-01-2014, 02:12 PM	#18
Lattimer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Mickleton, NJ Posts: 1,776	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Personally, I hate to see anything that isn't a total disaster get parted out. If its good enough to make back into a driver, I'd sell it rather than part it. __________________ Shawn 1970 Chevy C-10 SWB, 350, TKO 600 5 speed My build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559881

01-01-2014, 05:27 PM	#19
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Well... I've decided to Clean it up some more new plugs and clean the carb and give it a new dash pad and reupholster the seat in black vinyl ( I've been sewing custom upholstery for 35 years ), And if it sells before I start needing parts off of it good ! and if not you just can't pass up parts in your own driveway !

01-01-2014, 08:01 PM	#20
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Glad another one is being saved for now anyway.

01-01-2014, 09:41 PM	#21
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? If you part it please PM me about complete grill including hood and eyebrows TIA

01-02-2014, 12:02 AM	#22
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,860	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? I think you should sell the tailgate to me. So it will get better gas mileage, of course.

01-02-2014, 08:39 AM	#23
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,427	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? Fix it up. Man I wish my truck was a manual in the floor.

01-02-2014, 09:34 AM	#24
NobleSix Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: spokane washington Posts: 56	Re: My Dilema ,Should I or shouldn't I part it out ? another one fights the rust! very nice truck(s) grumpy. __________________ '69 c10 longbed granny 4spd 292 "Behemoth" '67 c10 longbed granny 4spd 292 "Burzum" some pictures of my work in progresshttp://photobucket.com/zaeea R.I.P. Corey "Flattus Maximus" Smoot 11/3/11 You will be missed. Your sound lives on.

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