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GA, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:28:56 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GingerKid]
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Good story. In on one (damn, missed it)… love that freakin model truck. Teenage buddy and his dad had a baby blue restored, tubbed out bed with I think 18” Mickey T’s on the rear, and a nitrous switch.
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:29:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 68Ford: Let's restore it. It will be quick and easy. Famous last words.  Congrats and good luck, OP.  So true, my avatar gif is a testament to the insanity!  |
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:32:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By denverdan: Glad I’m not the only one that noticed that. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By denverdan: Originally Posted By FightingHellfish: No way you are 13 in that pic. Looks more like 40. Seriously.  Glad I’m not the only one that noticed that. Maybe he got held back a few grades 
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:41:33 PM EDT
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OP.....
Start a real thread over in the general cars/bikes. This thread will probably be archived in a week, and 20-30 pages back. Take pics of your progress....and then post those pics. Do your research.......thousands of those trucks have be restored....resto-modded.....and all-out race custom. So tons of info out there just waiting for guys like you to come along and read it. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:45:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kentucky_smith: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/92324/4AA55B86-3F2A-40E6-8670-9D21A4A15C4F_jpe-2235046.JPGI've had this one about 10 years now. Replaced the oil burning 307 for a stout 355. 72 is peak pickup. that is really nice. dam. |
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Posted: 1/9/2022 10:49:11 PM EDT
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Subscribing because I've got a 1972 K-5 Blazer CST I've had for 21 years and haven't restored yet.
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Posted: 1/9/2022 11:07:58 PM EDT
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OST
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Posted: 1/10/2022 12:23:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By evo7011: Nope, its going to be a Honda K20 with a Turbo  
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Posted: 1/10/2022 12:26:18 AM EDT
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Nice OP. I have a similar thread going on in the Cars and Bikes forum.
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USA
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Posted: 1/10/2022 12:40:10 AM EDT
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You did it! You got it and are going for it! Bravo OP. Can’t wait to see how she turns out!
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Posted: 1/10/2022 12:43:31 AM EDT
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I am so jealous I have an LS3/6L80 sitting in my garage wrapped in plastic like a dead hooker waiting to find a truck like OPs or a square body to drop it in.
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Posted: 1/10/2022 12:59:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kentucky_smith: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/92324/4AA55B86-3F2A-40E6-8670-9D21A4A15C4F_jpe-2235046.JPGI've had this one about 10 years now. Replaced the oil burning 307 for a stout 355. 72 is peak pickup. The ‘67 to ‘72 series Chevys were definitely the pinnacle as far as solid truck that were simple and easy to work on and maintain. Not to mention the best looking trucks ever, in my opinion. |
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Posted: 1/10/2022 5:17:15 PM EDT
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Ordered bed bolts, a bed floor patch, and a windshield gasket today
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Posted: 1/11/2022 6:06:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Into_the_Void]
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I'm already thinking colors....
Satin dark grey with NO fucking metal flake White Flame bright AF red |
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Posted: 1/12/2022 12:32:28 PM EDT
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Still trying to thrash out logistics with my brother lol
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Posted: 1/12/2022 1:40:16 PM EDT
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Hurry up we need more pics.
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Posted: 1/13/2022 5:08:35 PM EDT
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Okay, we have a plan after a few beers last night...
Truck is staying with him, bed is staying here. I ordered all the parts that require welding last night. When they arrive, we take it to our dad's shop and thrash all weekend welding and cutting. Then it comes here to be finished. I had zero idea how much he had already done. Fully rebuilt small block, intake, 4 barrel, headers, etc. Totally rebuilt the rear. All new brake lines. New aluminum rad. $4k worth of stuff from LMC already put on. The list goes on and on. I gave him $4k even though he wanted less. He really wanted me to have this truck Then I proceeded to order $1500 of stuff from LMC. Now I'm poor. |
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Posted: 1/13/2022 5:08:55 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/13/2022 5:16:44 PM EDT
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I really really need help finding rear drum backer plates for this thing. 12 bolt rear. Think the drums are 11".
I can find backing plates for everything except this |
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Posted: 1/13/2022 5:19:20 PM EDT
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One of my all time favorite models. I'm jealous. Looking forward to the build
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Posted: 1/13/2022 5:22:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dhmjr40: One of my all time favorite models. I'm jealous. Looking forward to the build You can help see your dreams come true by buying me a rear disc conversion kit
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Posted: 1/13/2022 9:44:09 PM EDT
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Rocker panels aren't rusted out?
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Posted: 1/14/2022 6:35:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Nooobie: Rocker panels aren't rusted out? Rockers, corners, floor, etc |
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Posted: 1/14/2022 7:07:19 AM EDT
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OST this fantastic thread, SDMF_Rebel.
In my childhood, I had neighbors with a 63 C10 stepside that I thought would be really cool to drop a 350 into and do a Corvette grandsport paint job on. They sold that truck when they moved and I have no idea where it ended up. Certainly I think you're going to have a lot of success with this truck and I look forward to reading about it. |
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Posted: 1/14/2022 7:13:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4ger: OST this fantastic thread, SDMF_Rebel. In my childhood, I had neighbors with a 63 C10 stepside that I thought would be really cool to drop a 350 into and do a Corvette grandsport paint job on. They sold that truck when they moved and I have no idea where it ended up. Certainly I think you're going to have a lot of success with this truck and I look forward to reading about it. Always a gentlemen 
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Posted: 1/14/2022 7:52:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Always a gentlemen Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Originally Posted By M4ger: OST this fantastic thread, SDMF_Rebel. In my childhood, I had neighbors with a 63 C10 stepside that I thought would be really cool to drop a 350 into and do a Corvette grandsport paint job on. They sold that truck when they moved and I have no idea where it ended up. Certainly I think you're going to have a lot of success with this truck and I look forward to reading about it. Always a gentlemen Danke! |
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Posted: 1/15/2022 11:44:00 AM EDT
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Check out this 72 K10 that sold at Mecum this week
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Posted: 1/15/2022 12:03:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I really really need help finding rear drum backer plates for this thing. 12 bolt rear. Think the drums are 11". I can find backing plates for everything except this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php |
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Posted: 1/15/2022 1:45:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Thealien: Are you a member here? Paying members can place want to buy ads. Anyone can buy from paying members. I have been a member for many years and have brought lots of parts through many of the members. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Thealien: Originally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I really really need help finding rear drum backer plates for this thing. 12 bolt rear. Think the drums are 11". I can find backing plates for everything except this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php I decided the cost to totally replace the drums is only a tiny less than going disc in the rear |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 1:29:11 PM EDT
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And my brother just bought a 67 c30
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Posted: 1/17/2022 7:52:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I decided the cost to totally replace the drums is only a tiny less than going disc in the rear Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Originally Posted By Thealien: Originally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I really really need help finding rear drum backer plates for this thing. 12 bolt rear. Think the drums are 11". I can find backing plates for everything except this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php I decided the cost to totally replace the drums is only a tiny less than going disc in the rear |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 7:56:37 PM EDT
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This one sold for $70k this past weekend in Orlando. It's all original with low miles.
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Posted: 1/21/2022 5:28:52 PM EDT
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I fucking hate sanding
Still waiting for a load of body panels |
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Posted: 1/23/2022 5:32:27 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/23/2022 9:14:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I hate everything https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220123_161557_jpg-2251909.JPG You'll love it when you're done though. |
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Posted: 1/24/2022 8:08:15 PM EDT
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FM, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2022 8:35:48 PM EDT
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I'm in on all things 1972.
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Posted: 1/24/2022 8:59:30 PM EDT
[Last Edit: brass]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Parts parts and more parts https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183233_jpg-2253310.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183239_jpg-2253311.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183245_jpg-2253312.JPG Which bits are going to be original? Did you try to source any from a junk yard (body, suspension, or driveline components)? The replacement new plated parts are wonderful to work with at least. To find parts, saerch around the interchange site that has all the junkyards in the US saved some with photos to get the missing bits you need. Car-Part.com They actually have a pretty good selection for body panels, grills, wheels, etc for the C 10 How many different colors has the truck been, looks like at least 2 so far (yellow and red, maybe black bu that could be primer)? |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2022 9:06:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I really really need help finding rear drum backer plates for this thing. 12 bolt rear. Think the drums are 11". I can find backing plates for everything except this I’ve got a set on a 72 GMC frame and rear axle. You can prob find an entire axle easier than the backing plates. |
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Posted: 1/25/2022 8:18:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By brass: Which bits are going to be original? Did you try to source any from a junk yard (body, suspension, or driveline components)? The replacement new plated parts are wonderful to work with at least. To find parts, saerch around the interchange site that has all the junkyards in the US saved some with photos to get the missing bits you need. Car-Part.com They actually have a pretty good selection for body panels, grills, wheels, etc for the C 10 How many different colors has the truck been, looks like at least 2 so far (yellow and red, maybe black bu that could be primer)? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By brass: Originally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Parts parts and more parts https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183233_jpg-2253310.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183239_jpg-2253311.JPGhttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/220444/20220124_183245_jpg-2253312.JPG Which bits are going to be original? Did you try to source any from a junk yard (body, suspension, or driveline components)? The replacement new plated parts are wonderful to work with at least. To find parts, saerch around the interchange site that has all the junkyards in the US saved some with photos to get the missing bits you need. Car-Part.com They actually have a pretty good selection for body panels, grills, wheels, etc for the C 10 How many different colors has the truck been, looks like at least 2 so far (yellow and red, maybe black bu that could be primer)? Not much will be original. The front fenders are toast. Door bottoms will get cut out. Rockers, floor, and corners have already gotten done. Roof drip edge needs to get done. Drives bed wheel arch is getting cut out. Chassis is still solid. Engine was yanked. Trans is original, so is the rear. The cab was only ever red. The bed was maroon with yellow underneath. Yellow was the original. |
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Posted: 1/25/2022 8:44:05 AM EDT
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Throw a pair of bedsides on it.
Tuned in! My 55 was in way worse shape than that. Pic for inspiration. 
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Posted: 1/25/2022 4:32:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By daveo: Throw a pair of bedsides on it. Tuned in! My 55 was in way worse shape than that. Pic for inspiration. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/160435/4B827D53-EB4C-4639-A14B-DE36D9241D1F-2253757.jpg I'm not worried about the bed at all lol. It'll be done this weekend. My brother may not know it yet, but I fully intend to work nonstop with him starting Friday night and ending Sunday. It'll be lots of beer, coffee, pizza, and likely toilet paper. |
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Posted: 1/28/2022 3:56:59 PM EDT
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Harbor freight wire wheels are the worst thing known to man. I am now a porcupine. That is all
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Posted: 1/28/2022 10:01:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Harbor freight wire wheels are the worst thing known to man. I am now a porcupine. That is all That's too much. Perfect. Probably not. |
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Posted: 1/28/2022 10:39:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: Harbor freight wire wheels are the worst thing known to man. I am now a porcupine. That is all The bench grinder flat ones or the angle grinder cups or angle grinder flat ones? Anything that is going to be spinning a few thousand RPM I tend to not get the cheapest option available else end up crying a whole lot from going cheap once. |
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Posted: 1/28/2022 10:57:16 PM EDT
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Try going to your local air gas or welding supply store and buy a few strip disks. They fit on a small grinder and work way better than a wire wheel to remove paint from metal without removing metal. They look like a sponge or a scotchbrite with grit in it, but last a long time.
Or just Google strip disk. |
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Posted: 1/28/2022 11:14:05 PM EDT
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Had a 73 with a lot of 68 parts, 283 with a 3 on the tree, loved that truck
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Posted: 1/29/2022 1:28:43 AM EDT
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Posted: 1/29/2022 1:30:15 AM EDT
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