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stateamind · 07-20-2003, 11:50 PM

Just wondering what you guys do when you start to lose interest in working on your truck. I get so frustrated at times when I look at my projects. Sometimes I think I'd rather just give it all away and take a loss. But, then I think to myself "all the money, all the time" topped with the fact that I started messing with these old trucks simply because I loved making the old new again. And never leave out the fact that Old Chevy trucks just plain Rock!!

But seriously, just wanted to know what keeps everyone going when you feel burned out and it all seems to be going nowhere?

mtdave2 · 07-20-2003, 11:54 PM

i just stop for a while.

miket · 07-21-2003, 12:02 AM

I am sort of there now...sometimes you gotta back off....

pissonNOS · 07-21-2003, 12:25 AM

i buy a truck magazine and look at the endless possibilityes

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-21-2003, 12:36 AM

Magizne's this board is a great motivator for me!!!!! When I get really burned out I work on something else....

Alexis · 07-21-2003, 12:52 AM

Put down the tools and look through mags and do something else to get my mind of it then next thing you know I'm back at it with the will instead of the frustration. it's all part of the game but the end product will be worth it.

Ron · 07-21-2003, 12:59 AM

I got burnt out on my frame-off 67, it sat in the shop for 8 years and I hardly touched it. I finally started working on it a few months ago. I drove it for the first time last week. Driving it has remotivated me. Sometimes you need a break from the trucks, you'll feel better about them later.

MAC67 · 07-21-2003, 01:15 AM

i always have my friends to push me along,, i think my biggest pucs is the competition between me , my brother, and my cousins, umm brother in laws,, pretty much whoever shows up at the family reunion,, i would suggest hangin out with guys that share youre passion,,

casey · 07-21-2003, 01:33 AM

Take a break, thats a good idea cause you don't want to start rushing either, I kepted some pics on the wall, and last but not least set your goals a little smaller,like just work on smaller tasks, when I was block sanding I'd get real borded with it, so I'd leave it, and when I came back to it I'd have a fresh attitude, the weird thing about restoring a vehicle for me was I use to like just drive them, but now I'm kind of hooked on restoring them, hang in there it took me 3yrs to do mine

krazy_texan · 07-21-2003, 02:25 AM

i build cars on the 1/25 scale when i get burnt out on mine but being 19 i dont have that much money to spend on it unless i have to have it to keep it on the road since i have to put my education first.

dmurphy68 · 07-21-2003, 05:24 AM

I jump back and forth from my 70 panel and my 68 truck. There is always something to be done on either of them. almost done with the body on my driver so dont know what I will do then. lol
Darren

bobs409 · 07-21-2003, 07:51 AM

I just watch a good movie.

Everyone gets burned out once in a while. I have 6 oldies im working on so it's not always easy. Take a break when you need one. One thing I learned is that if your not in the mood, the work won't come out right. (especially body work)

Here in Pa, with no heated garage, I only get about 1/2 of the year to really get to work on my vehicles. (without freezing) When winter comes, I hibernate and build up steam for the following year.

jay-dawg · 07-21-2003, 12:25 PM

ditto on the mags and the board. I also go to as much of the classic car cruises that I can here. That really gets my motor running.

jay

JHickson6 · 07-21-2003, 12:33 PM

When I loose interest it usually only ever lasts until the next Sunday Night, cruise night around here, I see some nice trucks and then i see some civic or other piece of crap. Oh yeah did i mention I HATE RICE ROCKETS and I HATE RICE ROCKETS!!

My Boy's Toy · 07-21-2003, 01:01 PM

I think of it the other way around , I work on mine when I'm Burned out & frustrated with my job , work for an hour or so & feel more relaxed , It's jest how you look at it!

Dean23 · 07-21-2003, 01:07 PM

I just usually take a break from it for a few days or even a week. But going to local cruise nights gets me goin again. Listening to all the hp's and seeing the beautiful restos, keeps me goin.

**john** · 07-21-2003, 06:11 PM

Look at 69 1/2 sixpack bees post. That should motivate anyone

**seacrow** · 07-21-2003, 08:38 PM

I am currently getting burned out. I am not even doing a lot of the work and I am burned out. The guy that is painting it for me was supposed to be done two weeks ago. So I have been pumped about making some real progress and it just doesn't happen the way you want or expect.

1971 Cheyenne · 07-21-2003, 09:31 PM

It looks like his pic hosting page is down right now, but Piston's red '72 is what does it for me!

SVTScott · 07-21-2003, 11:46 PM

Guys I can tell ya from personall experience that you will find times when you feel overwhelmed and times that youll fell on top of the game! never. I mean never give up the dream! cause if you do! all you will be left with is I wonder what could of been!

I just gave up my pride and joy! ( LOVED my Old Blazer more that The Lightning) now all i get to say is I wish i had her to do it all again!!

So if ya feel down about a project .....think of it this way.....will i have this chance again! and what can she really be!!
Just ask Piston! he'll tell ya! JUST DO IT! and be happy with the knowlege you will get from it! mistakes happen only you can say if they where worth it!!

Scott

72MARIO · 07-22-2003, 12:27 AM

Wreck you Daily Driver.

that will give Ya A BREAK !

krue · 07-22-2003, 12:30 AM

New name Scott?

cojnit · 07-22-2003, 01:46 AM

I go to the link in my sig!!!

SVTScott · 07-23-2003, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by krue
New name Scott?

yep all my old stuff was deleted as well as my name!....???

Scott

SVTScott · 07-23-2003, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 72MARIO
Wreck you Daily Driver.

that will give Ya A BREAK !

Iguess I should expect that here just because im driving a ford right now! (if thats what ya meant)
My truck is no slouch (00' Lightning) and by no means stock!

I still love the 67-72 Chevy as much as any and will relive my dreams! but for now I have an 11 sec. truck that is fun!
I will get another Blazer! and be happy again (it goes back to my youth!) I LOVE these trucks! and will make her bigger and badder than most!!

Scott

cause I drive a ford! LOL!

07-20-2003, 11:50 PM	#1
stateamind And you call that a what? Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dickson, TN Posts: 171	Lost Interest? Just wondering what you guys do when you start to lose interest in working on your truck. I get so frustrated at times when I look at my projects. Sometimes I think I'd rather just give it all away and take a loss. But, then I think to myself "all the money, all the time" topped with the fact that I started messing with these old trucks simply because I loved making the old new again. And never leave out the fact that Old Chevy trucks just plain Rock!! But seriously, just wanted to know what keeps everyone going when you feel burned out and it all seems to be going nowhere?

07-20-2003, 11:54 PM	#2
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,521	i just stop for a while. __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

07-21-2003, 12:02 AM	#3
miket Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,466	I am sort of there now...sometimes you gotta back off.... __________________ FocuzTech Performance Evergreen Protective Coatings Gatorhyde...the best kept secret in spray in bed lining & protection

07-21-2003, 12:25 AM	#4
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	i buy a truck magazine and look at the endless possibilityes __________________ 69 GMC bagged

07-21-2003, 12:36 AM	#5
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Magizne's this board is a great motivator for me!!!!! When I get really burned out I work on something else.... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-21-2003, 12:52 AM	#6
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,874	Put down the tools and look through mags and do something else to get my mind of it then next thing you know I'm back at it with the will instead of the frustration. it's all part of the game but the end product will be worth it.

07-21-2003, 12:59 AM	#7
Ron Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Zillah Wa. USA Posts: 394	I got burnt out on my frame-off 67, it sat in the shop for 8 years and I hardly touched it. I finally started working on it a few months ago. I drove it for the first time last week. Driving it has remotivated me. Sometimes you need a break from the trucks, you'll feel better about them later. __________________ '69 SWB '76 International "Terra" "Hooked on holiday beer"

07-21-2003, 01:15 AM	#8
MAC67 " SHOW ME" Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: shelbyville illinois Posts: 2,624	i always have my friends to push me along,, i think my biggest pucs is the competition between me , my brother, and my cousins, umm brother in laws,, pretty much whoever shows up at the family reunion,, i would suggest hangin out with guys that share youre passion,,

07-21-2003, 01:33 AM	#9
casey Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 2,048	Take a break, thats a good idea cause you don't want to start rushing either, I kepted some pics on the wall, and last but not least set your goals a little smaller,like just work on smaller tasks, when I was block sanding I'd get real borded with it, so I'd leave it, and when I came back to it I'd have a fresh attitude, the weird thing about restoring a vehicle for me was I use to like just drive them, but now I'm kind of hooked on restoring them, hang in there it took me 3yrs to do mine

07-21-2003, 02:25 AM	#10
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	i build cars on the 1/25 scale when i get burnt out on mine but being 19 i dont have that much money to spend on it unless i have to have it to keep it on the road since i have to put my education first. __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

07-21-2003, 05:24 AM	#11
dmurphy68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Middletown ohio Posts: 1,058	I jump back and forth from my 70 panel and my 68 truck. There is always something to be done on either of them. almost done with the body on my driver so dont know what I will do then. lol Darren __________________ The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference. When firearms go, all goes, we need them every hour. - George Washington No free man shall be debarred the use of arms - Thomas Jefferson Later Darren http://www.myspace.com/dmurphy68

07-21-2003, 07:51 AM	#12
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	I just watch a good movie. Everyone gets burned out once in a while. I have 6 oldies im working on so it's not always easy. Take a break when you need one. One thing I learned is that if your not in the mood, the work won't come out right. (especially body work) Here in Pa, with no heated garage, I only get about 1/2 of the year to really get to work on my vehicles. (without freezing) When winter comes, I hibernate and build up steam for the following year. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

07-21-2003, 12:25 PM	#13
jay-dawg chevelito Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Honolulu, HI USA Posts: 1,609	ditto on the mags and the board. I also go to as much of the classic car cruises that I can here. That really gets my motor running. jay __________________ New deadline...when my son can drive. Aloha from Honolulu, HI

07-21-2003, 12:33 PM	#14
JHickson6 I Love This Stuff! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 739	When I loose interest it usually only ever lasts until the next Sunday Night, cruise night around here, I see some nice trucks and then i see some civic or other piece of crap. Oh yeah did i mention I HATE RICE ROCKETS and I HATE RICE ROCKETS!! __________________ My Rides 1967 C10 In Pieces for now 1985 Ford B700 SourPuss Bus - BIG BLUE 2003 Silverado CITY WORKER YELLOW!!

07-21-2003, 01:01 PM	#15
My Boy's Toy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: West Unity, OH, USA Posts: 235	I think of it the other way around , I work on mine when I'm Burned out & frustrated with my job , work for an hour or so & feel more relaxed , It's jest how you look at it!



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07-21-2003, 01:07 PM	#16
Dean23 68cst_ss490 Join Date: May 2001 Location: edmonton,canada Posts: 1,363	I just usually take a break from it for a few days or even a week. But going to local cruise nights gets me goin again. Listening to all the hp's and seeing the beautiful restos, keeps me goin. __________________ 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

07-21-2003, 06:11 PM	#17
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Look at 69 1/2 sixpack bees post. That should motivate anyone __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

07-21-2003, 08:38 PM	#18
seacrow Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Bradenton, Florida Posts: 366	I am currently getting burned out. I am not even doing a lot of the work and I am burned out. The guy that is painting it for me was supposed to be done two weeks ago. So I have been pumped about making some real progress and it just doesn't happen the way you want or expect. __________________ 71 GMC Custom. 350, 4bbl., auto. Restored in memory of my grandfather. 2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty CC King Ranch, moonroof, heated captains chairs, 6.4 PowerStroke. 2007 Suzuki Hayabusa, all black 1985 Mustang GT T-top, 5 spd. 54K orig miles.

07-21-2003, 09:31 PM	#19
1971 Cheyenne Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bellevue, WA Posts: 1,480	It looks like his pic hosting page is down right now, but Piston's red '72 is what does it for me! __________________ Brian Pal 1971 Cheyenne 10 454/th400-Undergoing a full frame off resto. 1972 Chevy short/step 2wd, 350/th350 1983 M1009 CUCV Military K5 Blazer 1981 Dodge 1 ton 4x4 dually flatbed

07-21-2003, 11:46 PM	#20
SVTScott Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 5	Guys I can tell ya from personall experience that you will find times when you feel overwhelmed and times that youll fell on top of the game! never. I mean never give up the dream! cause if you do! all you will be left with is I wonder what could of been! I just gave up my pride and joy! ( LOVED my Old Blazer more that The Lightning) now all i get to say is I wish i had her to do it all again!! So if ya feel down about a project .....think of it this way.....will i have this chance again! and what can she really be!! Just ask Piston! he'll tell ya! JUST DO IT! and be happy with the knowlege you will get from it! mistakes happen only you can say if they where worth it!! Scott __________________ 11 second beast! Mods....all of them! looking for 10's I miss my old Blazer! 2wd K5

07-22-2003, 12:27 AM	#21
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,051	Wreck you Daily Driver. that will give Ya A BREAK ! __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

07-22-2003, 12:30 AM	#22
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	New name Scott? __________________ "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"

07-22-2003, 01:46 AM	#23
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