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Title: Get to know fellow 73-87ChevyTrucks.com members!(NO Replies)
Post by: Kevin108 on June 02, 2002, 11:51:00 PM
If everybody could kinda follow suit with introducing themselves I think it would bring us all together as more of a community.  I moved here from an S-10 board where everybody was pretty much on a first name basis despite the user names and planned trail rides and wrenching weekends together and chatted on MSN Messenger.  I think it would be awesome for this board to be like that.  If you agree, then post a reply to this thread telling a little about yourself like your name, your age, married or single, if you have any kids, where you live, what kind of vehicles you have, and your user name on MSN, Yahoo, or the like.  :)     I guess I'll start it off...

87 Silverado 4x4 Longbed Pickup
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Post by: Kevin108 on June 02, 2002, 11:55:00 PM
I'm Kevin.  I'm 21 and single, no kids.  I'm about 30 mins from Va Beach, 15 mins from Norfolk, VA.  I do construction (of the home remodeling and maintenance nature) and related things.  I just sold my 85 S-10 4x4 w/ a 3.4L and 700R4 w/ HD torque converter and TransGo shift kit, etc. for my 87 Silverado.  I've got a 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 convertible I'm going to start restoring once I have the extra money.  I like to go to bars, play pool, go to the beach, and work on my truck.  Anybody in the vicinity, I'd really like to get a group of fullsizes together for a trail ride.  You can e-mail me through the link in my sig or PM me through the board.  On Yahoo! I'm kevinx108 and you can find me on MSN with KevinX108@hotmail.com

87 Silverado 4x4 Longbed Pickup
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Post by: Blazin on June 03, 2002, 08:17:00 AM
If I remember correctly we did this back on the old board, but it sounds like a good idea to me. My name is Harold, I am 32 years old, I live in New Hampshaa, about 40 miles from weirs beach made famous for motorcycle week 76th year in two weeks. The Loudon Classic motorcycle race is also held at the same time. Mt Washington is approx. 70 miles north of my home.  I am not married but not single my girlfriend and I have been together for a little over three years, she has a 14 year old daughter. I have a lab husky who is my best freind and she has a choua (Taco Bell dog) who is cool as heck. I live in the small town I grew up in and probably will till I'm old and gray. I'm an autobody tech. by trade have been for almost 15 years. I have done stints as a heavy truck mech. assistant/ oil/ propane truck driver/ gas/ oil tech. assistant. I have been known to bang nails, for a living, and be a novice electrician. Pretty much a jack of all trades. I lend a buddy of mine and his father a hand on there pro stock roundy round cars from time to time and have helped another kid a few years with a four cylinder enduro car. I enjoy playing pool, down hill skiing, canoeing, walking in the woods, action movies, but most of all 4wheelin my 81 K5 350/ TH350 and cruising my 55 chevy. At current time I have to many vehicles according to my girl. A 78 K20 350 standard, a 86 K20 same combo, a 84 K10 305 standard, (all three of these have plows) plus the forementioned K5 and 55, and last but not least a slew of parts and parts rigs.

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Post by: 7680GMC on June 03, 2002, 09:33:00 AM
Hey everybody.  My name is David and I'm 19.  I have a 1980 GMC 1/2 ton.  I live all over, considering I'm in school and work.  I'm from WA, I go to school in MI and I work with Harley-Davidson, so right now, I'm Kansas City, MO.  I'm originally an import tuner, so I'm sorta new at this truck scene.  Im not out of the import scene.  I was tinkering with a 93 civic hatchback, but that got totaled in MI.  Now I am also playing with my 96 eclipse.  But right now, most of my energy is going towards the truck.

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Post by: jmmpz on June 03, 2002, 12:37:00 PM
Hi.
i'm jean-michel, I live in france (normandy) I'm 39 years old, married, have a nice daughter of 3 months, and a nice wife (marie-pierre) of 29 years.
I own a blazer k5 of 1984, 6.2l V8 diesel.:)

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Post by: 81chevy on June 03, 2002, 06:32:00 PM
Hi my name is Luke,  I'm 22,  married with a 3 year old and a newborn due this month June 18.  Born and raised a farm boy  Manitoba, Canada. I currently have a 82 scotsdale,  81 heavy half , a 79 chev, 88 tbird turbocoupe(I know it's a ford the wife loves it).  I'm a steel worker,  just started my first restoration,  the 82 scotsdale.  I have lots of questions if any one has the time and patience.  MSN messenger- Luke (sled_head_440@hotmail.com)  Yahoo pager-Sled_head_440@yahoo.com.      

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Post by: VileZambonie on June 03, 2002, 10:25:00 PM
Hey good idea Kev, now try and remember everyones name :lol
My name is Dell, I live in Conneticut (connetisuck). I am an ASE MasterTech and am 27. I am going to school for Mechanical Engineering, and am engaged, no kids. I Started out with my first Chevy truck, 1980 C-10 400 SB Th400 and dumped all my money into a lost cause. Stupid kid :lol  I then graduated that one to a 74 GMC 454, and an 84 K-10 and a 79 stepside c-10 and an 84 K5 Blazer, and then an 87 K5 Blazer and an 88 K5 Blazer, so now you know why I am here :)  I spend most of my free time riding ATV's. What can I say, I'd rather get my quads muddy than my trucks. I am also a musician and have played music for 14 years. So enough out of me already? Nice to meet you all... :D  

~Captain's Log~

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Post by: 84 silverado on June 04, 2002, 05:29:00 AM
OK, my turn. I'm Bill from Pensacola Florida. I'm a 43 year old ASE master tech working as a tech at a local chevy dealer. I'm also a licensed A&P mechanic(aircraft technician) and an Air Force reservist with the Hurricane Hunters. I'm married(very) and have a son who's almost 10. I ride my CBR1000 when I have time, fish offshore when I'm not riding or working, and somewhere in between I build race motors with a buddy of mine. We're currently doing a 69 camaro to run the 10.5" tire class and are shooting for the world record(1/8 mile) of 4.79. It's a true challenge. My truck is still in the building process and hope to be driving soon. It's a 84 silverado that's run abut 100 miles in the two years I've had it. The new motor's in a crate at work, the new rockers are in the front floor, the new doors are still laying in the shed.... I'll finish it when I have time. I need it soon because I hate taking my new Tahoe to the boat............

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Post by: scrant on June 04, 2002, 03:11:00 PM
now meeeee..

my name is anthony monceaux "yes its cajun"
born and raised in lake charles la. now residing in baton rouge "red stick" louisiana which is the capital of the state..
im 29 till july 4th. I am employed as a graphics designer for a screenprinted apparel company..t-shirts, hats etc. Im married with no kids unless the dang cat counts, hahaha. i drive a 94 yj wrangler for my daily driver...in the process of purchasing an 81 lwb c10 from a friend..Also recieving a Zcar that is on a friends property when he bought it, which will eventually sport a 350-bowtie motor.
my wife drives a 2002 nissan altima "bought new on saturday"
its my way of getting what i want...new car for the wife...hot rod truck for the hubby! i enjoy loud live music in small venues, so we go to new orleans regularly to see the nice shows...New orleans is only 45 min away..."still cant believe people save money to take vacations there for mardi gras"  anyway thats about it for me...i also enjoy goin to drag races "new complex 40min from da house! they have a lot of cool events there saw the wrma regionals there like 2 months ago "superbike" races....go army of darkness racing! i also enjoy working on my house fixin it up makin stuff and tinkerin on cars and trucks...

nice meeting everyone...
keep on truckin
anthony :rockin

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Post by: mtw on June 04, 2002, 05:22:00 PM
I am not a registered member, so I am not worthy to tell about myself.  I am but a lowly guest.

Something went terribly wrong when I tried to register.  Now the system thinks my user name is taken and won't allow me to register under mtw.  I sure wish I were a member.

Mike

P.S. I have a 1983 K10 Silverado Longbed in (near) showroom condition.  It has almost every factory available option on it.  I still always find things to tinker with and fix (or improve).  I have a whole bunch of projects to tackle.  I have a whole stereo system to install with CD player, Amps, Subs and the like.  It is all in a big box right now.  I enjoy riding my XR400R and playing Quake III Arena in my spare time.  I am 32, married, two kids, a parrot, and an AutoCAD expert and a computer tech.  I work for an engineering firm as a CAD Manager/Senior Designer.  My other rides are a brand new loaded Nissan Maxima GLE, a '95 Cavalier, and a Honda Rancher 4-wheeler :-)

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Post by: Mikes79K5Blazer on June 04, 2002, 10:29:00 PM
Hi my name is mike I am 24 years old and married.I live in phoenix, AZ. where I am an assistant plant manager in a manufacturing plant for air moving equipment.I own a 79 K5 blazer it has a 350,four barrel holley,intake,exhaust,headers, th400,shift kit,and a posi rearend with 3.73 gears. it also has an 87 front clip and dash.

Looking forward to talking to you

Mike

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Post by: 80scottsdale on June 05, 2002, 03:38:00 PM
Name's Aaron.  i live in Rock Springs, WY.  17 years old, and i have a 1980 c10 scotty.  ill get some pics on here soon.  nothin big done to it yet except for a bad sound system, just small stuff like maintainence, dual exhaust, etc.  no rust or major body damage, and my dad and i are gonna paint in within a year hopefully. someday gonna drop a crate engine in to replace the 305.  still runs great after 130,000 miles.  i love these trucks!

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Post by: 83CHEVY on June 06, 2002, 12:34:00 AM
OK man I registered already.  Now I am 83CHEVY instead of that guest mtw.

My name is Mike.  I am 32.  I live in South East Idaho.  I still ride the Honda XR400R, restore my truck, and play Quake III online for hobbies.

I work for an engineering firm as a CAD Manager/Senior Designer.  I am the resident AutoCAD expert.  I am also a computer tech.

I still have the '83 K10 Silverado Longbed in (near) showroom condition.  It has the stock 305 which I plan to upgrade to a GM Performance HT 383 soon.  Performance mods include a beefed up 700R4, Flowmaster 3" dia exhaust, high perf HEI, and soon to have Hedman headers with true dual exhaust.  I have gone completely through my truck.  The only thing that is not new is that darn motor.  It still runs like new though, so it's hard to just change it for no good reason.  I also plan on installing a very cool stereo system this summer.  I already have all the stuff - just need time.

I am married to the most beautiful woman in the world with two of the cutest kids you ever saw.

My other rides are a brand new Nissan Maxima, '95 Cavalier, Honda XR400R dirt bike, and Honda Rancher 4-wheeler.

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Post by: 81crewcab on June 06, 2002, 03:50:00 AM
My name is Chris, I live in PA's Amish country between Philly and Carlisle. I'm 33 and married with twin two 2 1/2 year old girls who we adopted from VietNam at age 6 mo. I do estimating and design work for a small HVAC company up in the coal region. I also help with HVAC installations and service geothermal heat pumps.

My truck is an 81 Crew Cab C20 Custom Deluxe with a 350, TH400, 14 bolt ff. I bought it last month with 72,000 original miles on it for $2,700.

I spend what free time I have with my daughters which can be pretty intense (glad we didn't ask for triplets :) . I'm a leader with the Boy Scout troop I original attended as a boy. I enjoy motor cycle riding, camping, hiking, canoeing, backpacking, ....

When I'm not in my work van or driving the twins in our Windstar (lousy head gasket blowing minivan) I'm riding my GS850 Suzuki.

The Crew Cab is prefect for me. It has room for my family and a ton of diapers. It has enough ground clearance for rutted mountain roads but not so much that the scouts have an excuse not to hike into camp. The vinyl floor is easy to clean and I'm not worried messing up the steel rims.

I'm going to leave it stock for now. I need to buy a house before I can justify putting any money into the truck. Preferably a house with a really big garage. :)

P.S. I also have an International Scout 800 with a V8, 4 spd, twin stick transfer case, posi Dana 44, non assisted brakes and steering, not running and no floors. Hoping to have it on the road before the twins are ready to learn how to drive.

Chris
 

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Post by: Russell on June 06, 2002, 08:20:00 AM
I own a 1984 silverado that is seafoam green. Stock 305 th350 3.08 gears out back. Its fully loaded a and a good ride. I'm going to upgrade to 134a for a.c. then find a 3.73 posi, 700r4 and run the 305 till it blows up.I will then put in a GM crate 350. I work for txu in Glen Rose Texas. I have worked on cars and trucks all my life but I have a degree in electronics. I have been hapily married for 10 yaers now.I used to own a 1969 but they are heavy and uncomfortable 73-87 is the best!

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Post by: 80scottsdale on June 06, 2002, 10:47:00 PM
hey mike, what all does your stereo consist of?

i have 2 10" MTX thunder 6000 subs running off of a 400watt interfire amp, MTX tweeters, pioneer 6x9's, and two new blaupunkt 3 1/2's in the dash all running off the blaupunkt deck.    

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Post by: 83CHEVY on June 07, 2002, 12:31:00 AM
Well Mr. 80scottsdale, I have a JVC Digifine CD player that plays MP3's on CD-R's and CD-RW's.  It has a brushed aluminum finish to blend well with my trucks interior trim.  It also has a VOLUME KNOB that is very nice (I hate volume buttons).

I've got 3-1/2" Infinity 2 ways for the dash, Infinity separates for the Q-Forms in the kick panels, Infintity 5-1/4" for the 4x10 cab corner spots, (2) JL Audio 8" subs, and a Precision Power 5 channel amp to power it all.  The front channels will run at 2-ohms, the rears at 4 ohms (for soundstage) and the subs will run in parallel to get 2-ohms on the mono channel for them.

I just have to figure out how to mount the subs so I can still store stuff and maybe put a rifle behind the seat still.  I also have to figure out how to mount that big ol' amp under the seat.

I will have a lot of custom fab pieces for this system.  It should look great when I am done.  I am also putting in an Alpine security system with keyless entry.  I have designed some custom circuitry to make the horns honk when the alarm sounds (but not on chirps).  It will be cool.

Mike

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Post by: 80scottsdale on June 07, 2002, 05:25:00 PM
sounds pretty sweet.  should sound really good.  i like the rotary volume control too...thats what i have.  plus i have the "thummer" (or something like that) remote that mounts on the steering wheel.  its pretty nice.  

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Post by: two77scottsdales on June 07, 2002, 06:41:00 PM
hello, i'm Dan a.k.a. two77scottsdales, i'm 20 and i  live in minniapolis, minnesota where i was born and ive also live in arizona for5 years.im single. ive been  turning wrenches for a long time with my dad ,friends and work. Ive had many jobs...parts store, mechanic, tire tech, right now Im a manager of a quick lube but i just got my cdl and i start my new job in a week(driving a tanker) I have 2 77 chevy scottsdales I have a 2wd and 4wd. 77 chevy scottsdales has been my dream truck for as long as i can remember(now its a 2002 k2500hd 8.1l)so i bought my 4wd when i was 16 it was a basket case when i bought it so i rebuilt it and it now has a 4in lift 35 super swampers 350/350 4brl .but my mom has 200 acers and its sitting in her woods right now stuck. my step dad got his jeep suck and broke his wench trying to pull it out. my buddies k5 blazer got stuck and we tried to fit a tractor down the trail but its a old hiking trail 8ft at the widest spot and is nothing but mud.ill what till june june theres less rain to get it out.my 2wd 77 scottsdale i bought 1 1/2 years ago fform a old guy from NC its in pretty goodshape just rusted cab corners and fenders and im going to rebuld it this winter(Harold, im going to need your help with this one.....NO BONDO!!)and i just bought a new toy a suzuki gsxr600 my first motorcycle so we'll see how it goes
my email is...thedan863@yahoo.com

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Post by: EdelBrock350 on June 07, 2002, 06:45:00 PM
I guess i can go next...my name is jon...18 years old......live near KC,MO....not married....don't even have a gf at the monent..i do construction work and am currently buying parts to bring back my 1973 c-10 350/350......replacing or cleaning everything on it....the engine is where i'm spending most of the money on parts.....oh well.....only the best.

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Post by: ChevyGuy on June 11, 2002, 11:27:00 AM
My name is Mark, im 18 and im from a crappy town called Liberty Hill, TX but stuck in Waco, TX for school at TSTC to become a Computer Maintenance Tech.... should have went for automotive. I own a 76 chevy cheyenne long bed that has been in the family since it was new. I fixed it up over 3 years ago.... im never trusting Sherman Williams automotive paint again. So I was in the process of redoing door jams before the rest of the truck so its partially primered inside and no interior and I just put headers on it. Its power plant is a 350 .060 bus motor with a 280H Comp Cam, Edelbrock intake and valve covers, soon to be Comp Mag roller tips, it has 487 casting heads, 600 cfm Holley, Mallory Comp 9000 dist., and a TH400 which replaced the original granny which is sitting out back behind my dads shop. I Repainted it a factory 79 color which was charcoal metallic gray and it was from the factory black. I have to much stuff to list. I wish I was driving it but had to many tickets when i drove when i wrecked my stupid little Beretta. Cars and trucks is mostly what i know besides computers.  

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Post by: boredstroked on June 12, 2002, 04:55:00 AM
My names Tom. Im a registerd member since a while ago, but I forgot my user name and password :)
I live in Mesa AZ, am 20 years old and single, and own 2 chevy trucks. One is a 78 shortbed stepside with a vortec headed 383, muncie M20 four speed manual tranny and 5" drop [among many other things] The other is a 79 shortbed fleetside with a brand new vortec 350, th350 tranny, complete KICKER sterio and a small 2" drop in front [waiting on other drop components] Both trucks use flowmasters.
I also drive a honda accord V6!!!

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Post by: compsmith2001 on June 12, 2002, 09:05:00 PM
Hello, My name is Lance Smith. I live in Chemung, NY. I purchased an 81 Scottsdale in May of 2001 and love it. I prefer the older trucks because they have more character.
I owned a 92 S-10 for over 7 years and still miss it. It was the best running vehicle I ever had. The guy I sold it to is still driving it with over 150,000 miles on it.

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Post by: Blu85silverado on June 13, 2002, 01:19:00 AM
Hi I'm Mark from Sauk City WI. 25 min. from Madison. I'm 19 and am enroled in MATC(madison area tech college). I work at an area Ford dealer(JOB SECERITY) For  a year now. Not married no kids.  I drive an 85 lwd C-10 Silverado nice. minor rust for wisconsin only looks good at night . beacause you cant see the rust and dings and scrathes on the two year old $350 paint job. 305/700r4/2.73:1 . Big plans 300hp small block and modern five gear with a 3.73:1 rear, repainted professionaly. mpg SUCKS but who cares I love to drive. put almost 50k miles on in two years only left the state once. grate truck for $1400 purchase price with 92k miles on it.  

       More info or pics email me at
       markie_fatboyslim@hotmail.com

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Post by: 80scottsdale on June 16, 2002, 05:32:00 PM
bondo is good unless you abuse it

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Post by: cowboy778 on June 17, 2002, 08:56:00 PM
Just thought I would tell you all about me. I am 28 and a college student. I did 7 years in the military and then had enough. I now work for Harley Davidson in KC MO as an IS Intern. I have a 73 Chevy K20. I took the block out Saturday to have dunked and new freeze plugs and cam bearings. My truck right now is about 6 different colors. I am getting ready to sand down the engine compartment and start painting there. She eventually will have a 383 stroker in her. She stands 7'2" with 6" suspension lift 1" add a leaves and 3"body lift going to take the body lift off and get bigger tires. She has 35's now going to 44's. Well if you want to know more e-mail me.E-Mail

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Post by: k20arctic911 on July 06, 2002, 10:37:00 AM
I have a 79 Chevy that is currently missing the front and back glass and sitting in the body shop for the third week.  I miss my toy.

It is also missing the bed since it was all rusted out.  I took it off so I could work on the frame.  I painted most of it black and did some detailing in Chevy orange.

I am painting it the factory metallic grey color that came in 79.

I have a 2" lift on my 3/4 ton 4x4 w/ a rebuilt 350.

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Post by: lumpyokc on July 07, 2002, 01:26:00 AM
hello My name I Mark but everyone calls me lumpy im a Union Sheetmetal worker in Oklahoma City i have 3 kids and i own a 1987 chevy SWB its red and white im wanting to post pics on here but i cant see how to do it will someone please tell me how??   thanks Lump

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Post by: Jim on July 08, 2002, 12:12:00 PM
Hey guys,
My name is Jim (duh).  I'm 41 and married with  twin 7 yr old boys.  We live in Tallmadge (northeast) Ohio (yeah, about 1/2 mile from Summit Racing).  I have a '77 C-20 and a '78 C-30 crew cab dually.  I also have a '65 mustang fastback and a Honda Civic race car (I'm not really to one brand).  I'm an ex-NIASE (pre ASE) certified Master Technician, and am now a mechanical engineer.  I'm always needing to do something on these old trucks, so I'm thankful for this forum.  Nice to meet you all.
Jim

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Post by: JIM on July 08, 2002, 12:18:00 PM
Sorry, that should have read "I'm not really loyal to just one brand"

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Post by: Blazin on July 14, 2002, 11:52:00 PM
Hey Jim ever heard of Arcanum Ohio? I have a budy that grew up there. I went home with him once, nice part of the country. reminds me of Vermont without the mountains.

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Post by: JIM on July 15, 2002, 07:16:00 AM
Can't say I have heard of that town.  What part of Ohio is it in?

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Post by: Blazin on July 15, 2002, 11:13:00 PM
North West, Not to far from Greenville mabey 40 miles or so. Ive only been there that one time. That was 16 years ago!

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Post by: 79SilveradoK30 on July 23, 2002, 10:08:00 PM
Well, I'm Eric, from Isanti, Minnesota. I'm going into into high-school in a couple months. My pride and joy is a beat-up 1979 Silverado K30 4WD, that's loaded with options and a few custom aftermarket parts. Hoping to restore it soon.

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Post by: cpegasus on July 24, 2002, 08:57:00 AM
HI all I'm Carol I live in Spokane WA work in a machine shop running CNCs not married not single have a 7 yr old son (who thinks moms truck is cool) my 77 K10 is my everyday driver and one of my projects ( in the last month or 2 it has gotten headers and duel exhaust a new cd stereo with woofer a split bench seat out of a 98 z71 and a whole bunch of other lil things like gaskets and brakes because it sat for 3 yrs before I got it) when I have time I ride a 79 honda goldwing also have a 78 El Camino a 88 s10 blazer and a 79 280zx (my other halfs project) we fish hunt and are working on putting a new house on 20 acers oh and play on the computer allot

nice to meet all of you
Carol

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Post by: cpegasus on July 24, 2002, 08:58:00 AM
oh yes Im cpegasus on yahoo as well
Carol

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Post by: 79BONANZA on August 15, 2002, 05:59:00 AM
Hi, my name is Jim and I'm currently living in San Antonio.  I'm originally from the Ozark's in southern Missouri.  I'm 34 years old and married with a 14 year old son who will be getting  chevy of his own in a couple of years.  I traveled alot early on (Joined the Marines after high school for 8 years) and finally settled down here.  I work part time in a childrens hospital to pay the bills, and do light contruction work on the side to buy cool toys with.  My latest cool toy being my 1979 Bonanza, bought a couple of months ago for $800 as a work truck and the more I work the more I restore it.  Just dropped a rebuilt 350 into it with headers and flowmasters, 600cfm edelbrock, and the aluminum performer intake.  Just finished all of the body work on it and waiting on my next couple of side jobs so I can paint it.  Did the body work myself, so I need to pick a light color (haha) Any suggestions?

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Post by: dang on August 15, 2002, 12:52:00 PM
Dan here. 26 years old. I live close to St. Louis and I am currently in school for mass communications. I own a 79 2wd Blazer. Its been lowered 2" all around. Great truck. Most reliable auto I have ever had. Getting ready to put a 350 in it and get rid of the slow 305. I also own a vw jetta that runs on veggie oil. Someday, I would like to put a diesel in my Blazer to run that on grease as well. So much to do, so little time (and money).

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Post by: NEMESIS81 on August 15, 2002, 06:21:00 PM
whats up my name is miguel mata and im 22 yrs old. not married yet but i might as well be. my friends and i started a truck club called Nemesis Truck Club which is for Chevys only! im from chandler, az and i have an 81 scottsdale pickup thats on 18inch budnik pentacles and bagged. it has a 350 with a few goodies like an edelbrock manifold and carb. i also have an 84 blazer 4x4 that i just ripped the stock 305 out of cause it just didnt have enough balls to it so im putting in a 350. i herculined the whole interior floor and put new seats in. im planning on installing a 4 inch lift on it and squeezing some 35's in.

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Post by: Blazin on August 15, 2002, 10:20:00 PM
How do you like the Herculiner? That stuff is cool. "Squezing" I have a 3" lift in my 81 Blazer and run 35"s No prob. The tires mashed the sheet metal out of the way just enough.

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Post by: fanman on August 18, 2002, 06:04:00 PM
My name is Ryan, and I live in Michigan (Auburn to be specific). I'm a 15 year old student and work at a bar washing dishes. I own a 1983 C10 with a 250 straight six and a 3 speed manual. I also own a 1977 Trans-Am...but that's a whole other thread.

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Post by: 79350pu on August 18, 2002, 11:50:00 PM
Hi. I'm Rick from Southern Cal, in Leucadia, to be more specific. I'm married and have a teenage son, so I get a little help on my trucks. I have two trucks - a '79 K10, just rebuilt the 350, and an '80 K30 dually single cab, that someday I might restore.  Well, I can't lie - I also have an '85 Ford dually that I tow our fifth wheel with.  The one I like the best is the K10. I'm restoring that one now. My other ride is a '90 300ZX and a longboard for the Leucadia surf. Oh yeah, Tom, I noticed you're with the Hurricane Hunters; I was a flight electrician on the Constellation for the Navy. I don't know what kind of planes you have now. This is a good board and a lot of good people on it - we rule!  I appreciate all the info being shared.  Rick.

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Post by: shushok on August 23, 2002, 09:40:00 PM
Hi my name is Garrett I live in southern GA. Im 38 and A   master tech transmission builer for Chrysler (can I use that word here ? ) I have  A 75 chevy SWB half ton  thats A factory 454 truck its original unrestored but A dailey driver  A total restoration will be started this winter Ive been collecting parts for months nice too meet the rest of you!  

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Post by: 82ChevySWB4X4 on August 31, 2002, 11:53:00 AM
My name is Don.  I'm 39 and live in Bentonville, Arkansas, in the extreme NW corner of the state.  We are the people who brought you Wal-Mart.

I build houses, Frame and Trim, for all those Wal-Mart Executives.  Please shop at Wal-Mart often.  :)

I own, as you have probably guessed by now, an 82 Chevy Scottsdale SWB 4X4 that I have had for years.  When I started the truck up the 1st time, it disappeared in a cloud of smoke.  (A lady nearby actually thought it was on fire and called the fire department)  I drove it home and jerked out the 305 that was in it.  I had a 383 that I was going to put in a stock car, but ended up toning it down and put it in the truck instead.

This truck is my primary work vehicle.  It's loaded down with tools and pulls a trailer every day.  I'm not sure the trailer will even detach, anymore...

One of these days I plan on doing a frame up restoration, if I can just get that darned trailer unhooked...

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Post by: LOHRTBT on September 21, 2002, 08:49:00 AM
Hey guys, like I stated previously, I just remembered my password to login! haha pretty good huh!?
My name is Dave and I live in OKC. I am married with one child and currently work for the electric company in customer service. I spend most of my time washing my truck or my wife's car, detailing or playin around the house doing the usual stuff you know. :)

I plan on being around here a lot more now that I can post. haha  Just had a lot going on in my life lately. Glad to see we have so many new members and a couple of okc'ers as well. :)

1986 Chevy SWB
LOHRTBT
(http:// http://images.cardomain.com/installs/202000-202999/202247_45_full.jpg)
- 4/6 Drop
- Custom Paint
- 20x8.5 Centerline Lexi IV's
- Shaved Handles,Locks, Rail, Emblems, Tailgate, Cargo, Bumpers, Inner Doors, etc.
- GM Crate 350 Deluxe
- New 700R4 with stage II shift kit
- All Tweed Interior
- Custom sound system
- Full Phantom Billet Grille
- CheckMate Hard Tonneau Color Matched
- APC White Faced Gauges

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Post by: phaon1 on September 21, 2002, 11:41:00 AM
Hi.  My name is Chris and I am originally from Dodgeville Wisconsin.  I am now a music teacher in Alma Center Wisconsin and spend my weekends with my girlfriend at UW-Platteville where she is also studying to be a music teacher.
My truck is a 1981 GMC K10.  I have a HOT cammed chevy zz4 crate engine (400hp) with a built 700R4 tranny and 4.11 posi's front and rear.

Chris

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Post by: 85c10Guy on September 26, 2002, 03:33:00 PM
My name's Clayton, I'm from central KY (45 min. from Louisville). My truck is a bone stock 1985 c10, 305 with a 350 tranny, it's faded red right now it's needs some cosmetic work. One day it will be complete, five star cragar wheels, 4:10 posi, built 350 bored .30 over, etc. etc. etc.

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Post by: rolson1039 on September 27, 2002, 08:21:00 PM
Im a new  person on this list. My name is Bob and i live in the big apple (NYC). My truck is a 1976 Chevy C10 longbed  with a standard three on the tree  and a six cylinder. Its an old farm truck and it was purchased so my son (chris) age 15 and i have something to restore and play with, and for the time being to  help with an upcoming remodel and move of residences
My other vehicles include a 1999 Ford Ranger and a 2002 Chevrolet Venture minivan  Im 37 years old and i have a 14 year old daughter too
I can be reached at ROlson1039@aol.com

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Post by: 85C10 on October 02, 2002, 03:58:00 PM
my name is Ian. I am from Hillsborough, NJ. I have a 1985 chevy custom deluxe 10 with a 305, TH350 trans, heavy duty suspension, and the 6 ft bed.

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Post by: JMB on June 16, 2003, 12:51:00 AM
hey,my names Johnny, my trucks an 85 GMC 2wd swb,its got a well seasoned 305 but still runs good,its dropped 3/5 with springs (bad idea)and a flip kit and still running stock ralleys..im 28 married and employed in conway arkansas as a forklift operator,iv got tons of qwestions for anyone willing to listen..and lots of plans for my truck..hope to be around here for a wile..later

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Post by: Sierra4x4 on June 16, 2003, 12:44:00 PM
Dont know how i missed the post but better late than never? Im Nick Savage, 22, from Kentucky. Been married since december 21st, no kids, not even in the works! Very small quiet town here. Im a manager at a fast food restraunt (yeah it sucks but at least im one of the bosses) I own a 79 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton, 4 Spd manual with the bulldog gear, np 205 t-case, wore out 4 in lift, 35 in thornbirds. The engine is a rebuilt 350, ive got an Edelbrock performer intake i still gotta install. She needs paint and some rust is comming through the rear fenders, but for a 79 with the original metal thats pretty good! the interior was completely re-upholstered by the previous owner in lavendar tweed, and a deep purple vinyl dash, custom 6x9 enclosures in the cab corners and custom speakers in the doors. I just put in a X-plod cd player, and plan on putting my 12's in as soon as i get a box. Hopefully this truck will get a new paint job, and run some 38 in tires, or i may buy another truck since this one is so clean inside... I also play drums in a metal band, ride my 2000 425 Polaris 4x4 that loves to pull out my buddies yamaha, i fish almost daily. nice site!

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Post by: 79TXcamperspecial on June 16, 2003, 01:41:00 PM
My name is Jeff. I am an attorney in Houston and am married with a three month old, so my time out in the garage working on the truck has recently been cut in half. But I plan on rebounding soon.

I joined this group when I bought a '79 3/4 ton in January of this year. I appreciate all the help and advice, though as time goes on, I feel like I know less and less. Hopefully that will change. I have always been drawn to these trucks since I first learned to drive at age 9 on the truck at my grandfather's ranch--a '78 Silverado Big 10.  

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Post by: bass60 on June 17, 2003, 09:55:00 PM
My name is Don as you can see from my sig that I like fast bassboats and tournament fish :D  I bought my 87 GMC stepside new in Texas I've moved back home to Pekin Illinois 10yrs ago. I've got a new 350 target motor and a rebuild trans. I've lower it 3/5 spindles and flip kit and have started re-doing the interior. I'm planning to order carpet from chevy-duty. I'll be looking for bucket seats real soon.
I think these ezboards are the best thing sence sliced bread. :rollin :rollin  

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Post by: smokin77 on June 17, 2003, 11:33:00 PM
Hi, my name is Anthony. I'm 18, live in Torrington,CT. I just graduated from a tech school where I was in the Electronics program. I've been around cars my whole life. Between my dad and I we have a 64(i think)K20, a 74C20, a 76K20, a 77K10 w/400SB, a 83C10, an 84K10, a 86C10, a 64 MG Midget,my dads daily driver-98K2500 Silverado, my moms daily driver-2002 Trailblazer. I can't forget my daily driver-85K10 350-700R4, mint condition with the stock style 2 tone- Silver Met. and Red paint, its got headers and true duels, a brand new Dixie Horn, DIN style headunit with 600W amp, 2 12" subs, 2 6x9's, and the stock 3.5's.
I love ATVs and dirtbikes, I  have a 86CR125, I had a Quadsport 230 and a Quadrunner 4WD.
I'm starting my first full time job June 30th for Wittman Robotics.  After I save some $ I'm putting in a 6" lift (in my 85), I plan on building up an engine, a SB 400 I have, and Im gonna have a 700R4 built for the truck

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Post by: oscarone on June 18, 2003, 01:12:00 AM
Hey, I'm Brent.  32 and Married.  I live in CA.  I am an Aircraft Maintenance Tech.  and build/restore Mustangs.  P-51 that is, not Ford.  My daily driver is a '77 Silvarado K10 with:7" lift, 35" BFG's on rock crawler steel wheels, 383 stroker w/Eddelbrock top end and MSD HEI and Multi spark ign.  Headers and flowmaster exhaust.  I had a custom paint job until about a year ago when other drivers began taking turns running into while I was parked.  So, my truck is now blue, black, and grey.  I just started the body work this week, so, before to long it should be...green.

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Post by: spicystep on June 18, 2003, 03:35:00 AM
Hello to all readers,
My name is George, I live in San Jose,CA..(Northern Calif..San Francisco BAY AREA..)
Married with children (3):D ...well I did have a 1974 stepside that I had fixed up...I have couple of pic's, but
can't figure out how to attach them here...(HELP..:lol )
my other cars were a 1966 chevy Impala(2dr)lowered as well...a 1965 impala (2dr)....1987 chevy s-10...lowered
with DEARCHED Leafsprings and cut springs in front...92
Pontiac GrandAM, now a days...can't seem to fit 3 kids and a wife in a truck..:lol ..so....(forgive me guys..)it's a MINIVAN..!:p  but keeping my eyes open for another a stepside, probably in the 80's years...or a 2wd blazer (full size)we can't really do much engine mod. here because of all the SMOG requirements, so we just do all the rest of the stuff...I work as engineering Tech...or Design Drafting on CAD..anyways.. nice to chat with all of you....or...just read about all of you...:D  

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Post by: CW Senn on June 18, 2003, 05:58:00 PM
Well jeeze, I may be the old fart of the list.  Name is Carroll (male) and I'm 55, married, three kids, three grands with a fourth on the way, live in Columbia, SC.

I have a very cherry red/white '87 FS Blazer 305 Auto 4X4 that has been restored and a white '90 FS Jimmy 350 Auto 4X4 which was a work truck model and is in the process of being restored.  The '87 was a local truck from SC and the '90 came from Oklahoma.  Neither has a speck of rust (eat your hearts out Yanks..HA!) although the OK truck has all the rubber parts mostly dried out and needing replaced.

I am retired from a career as a Television Engineer.  My trucks work for a living, taking me surf fishing on the shores of the Outer Banks of North Carolina several times a year.  The 80-91 FS Blazer/Jimmy is the best sand crawler ever made.

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Post by: zams1983 on June 19, 2003, 12:28:00 AM
the name is Andy 20 I am years old. I work for a  chevy dealer in northeast ohio. I am single no kidswhich is good i am planning on going to college in 2 next fall. My hobbies are parties and 4 wheeler riding.    

    my rides are 95 chevy beretta ,91 s10 with a 79 350, and a 81 chevy k10 with a 305  and my import truck 90 mitsubishi pickup truck i know the import is a disgrace but it still runs so ill keep it until it dies  

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Post by: yellow76 on June 20, 2003, 12:29:00 AM
Hi there, OK I have been reading this board for months now and just finnaly got around to registering. Not much to say.
Best hobby I have ever found is wrenching on my 76 stepside.
I bought it 9 months ago. I will post a pic when I can figure out how. Heavily under constuction. 6 grand in parts now and going strong. (till the wife finds out)
Love the site. Just kind of wish more folks came around here.
Guess maybe there is a lot of them like me to busy to register and just want to read for the good info.

76 stepside 2wd
GMPP 350/350
basicly a big money pit, but a lot of fun.

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Post by: shortylys on June 23, 2003, 05:12:00 PM
hey all... my name is Alyssa , im 19 and i live in cali... and i have a 76 scotty. not married, no kids... single for now.... screen name is the same for aim and yahoo

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Post by: FULLBORE CUSTOM on June 24, 2003, 07:34:00 PM
Hey everyone My Name is Cale and I am 17 almost 18.  I live in Northern Maine, Caribou to be exact, I live about 15 miles from the Canada Border.  I have worked at a stinky old redemption center for 3 years now and i have been sinking all of my cash into my first car and 83 el camino which i have entered in many local car shows and trophied in all of them.  
I have gotten tired of the camino and i am going to use it as a daily summer driver.  
I have already graduated and in September I will be heading to Wyoming Technicle Institute.  I'm taking their Automotive class as well as buissness management and High performance engines and chassis fabication class.
When i get back i will begin building my 84 c10 the only problem is all i have is a cab and nose.  i'm looking for a 2wd frame and fleetside short bed box.  I plan to Air Bag it, Big Block power, full hand made dash and interior, and tucking 22's.  I hope to get lots of ideas and hints from everyone.  Looking forward to talking to you all.:hat  

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Post by: FULLBORE CUSTOM on June 24, 2003, 07:37:00 PM
Hey everyone My Name is Cale and I am 17 almost 18.  I live in Northern Maine, Caribou to be exact, I live about 15 miles from the Canada Border.  I have worked at a stinky old redemption center for 3 years now and i have been sinking all of my cash into my first car and 83 el camino which i have entered in many local car shows and trophied in all of them.  
I have gotten tired of the camino and i am going to use it as a daily summer driver.  
I have already graduated and in September I will be heading to Wyoming Technicle Institute.  I'm taking their Automotive class as well as buissness management and High performance engines and chassis fabication class.
When i get back i will begin building my 84 c10 the only problem is all i have is a cab and nose.  i'm looking for a 2wd frame and fleetside short bed box.  I plan to Air Bag it, Big Block power, full hand made dash and interior, and tucking 22's.  I hope to get lots of ideas and hints from everyone.  Looking forward to talking to you all.

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Post by: Chevy Joe on July 08, 2003, 02:28:00 PM
New here...

Hi guys. I'm new here, thought I would introduce myself
(and my truck hehe)

My name is Joe, I am 33, and live in Independence Missouri.

Thanks to your VIN info, I can also tell you a little about my
new project.

CCL146J

Chevrolet (C), Conventional Cab (C), with a 350 4 bbl. V8 (L), 10 series (1), pick-up (4), built in 1976 (6), assembled in Janesville, WI (J)


Hope to chat with you all soon!

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Post by: 80HULK on July 17, 2003, 10:00:00 PM
hey.... my name is charlie.. i live in central louisiana... i am 18 years old..... i  am a freshman in college i drive an 80 gmc..... with many many mods... i origioannly bought it when i was 15.... ever since it has been a project... lowered 3 1/2 in front and 3 in rear.... checker pro slim top bed cover....frenched in roll pan, post holes , gas tank door...(moved to fuel cell in rear ) billit grille cowl hood converted headlights to H4 setup.... killer sound system ... aluminum rims ... and clear tailights.... along with a beefy 350 pushin near 400 hp...  ( not too bad for first car  )  lol... i have pics feel free to e-mail me prophetcnf@yahoo.com... or i have yahoo messnager and AIM  my screen name is prophetcnf for the both of em... i would be glad to hear from anyone and love to see other rides.......    >D  

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Post by: Chevy Joe on July 18, 2003, 01:08:00 AM
Nice to meet you Charlie!

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Post by: RSBAD454 on July 18, 2003, 01:43:00 PM
My name is Ryan, im 30 from California......between Yosemite and San Francisco. Im and Electronics Systems Tech for www.aerojet.com. and i also have a custom shop for motor swaps and custom fab work on Dumbmestics and imports. I have one Son who will also be a gear head. I own a 1986 Buick T Type Regal/ Grand National 11.88 at 118 on street tires smoking the tires almost to mid track, 1981 Chevy silverado short bed with a 433 BB :evil   , a 1989 Honda Integra i love to rev the B16A VTec to 8200 RPM and run high 14's at the track. Life is too short to sweat the small stuff......enjoy yourself now cause you never know when it will end. My hobbies include: water and snow skiing, riding dirt bikes and wave runners, working out, drag racing, working on cars, hiking and mountain biking, hittin some clubs now and then.

Toys are my game

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Post by: Chevy Joe on July 19, 2003, 04:37:00 PM
Hey Ryan.
Nice to meet you!

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Post by: oldskewl79 on August 05, 2003, 11:52:00 AM
OK..here goes. I'm Jason, 31 and live in Jacksonville, FL. Been restoring a '79 Chevrolet for the past 2 years (spent about a year on the body) and it hits the paint booth in 4 weeks. By the end of October it should finish up like this: Dropped 5/7, rolling on 22" Boyd Dictators, SSBC full disc setup, 421 sbc, TH400. Once it's back from the paint shop I'll post some pics. I'm also a member of a sportruck club here in Jax... www.rcst.com. stop by if you have the time.  

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Post by: bagged81 on August 06, 2003, 05:20:00 PM
Hi, my name is Jeff.........and...........I have.....an addiction. :(      I come to Chevy truck forums to feed that addiction.  I just stopped by to see what was going on.  I am 23 and live in east Tennessee.

I have a 1981 Silverado standard cab, 2 wheel drive, short bed.  I have some stuff done to it, ie air bags, wheels, custom paint and I am in the middle of restoring the interior.

Pic 1- images.snapfish.com/33834...%3A9nu0mrj
Pic 2- images.snapfish.com/33834...B387nu0mrj

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Post by: cimfth on August 20, 2003, 08:02:00 PM
Hi my name is AJ I am 19 yrs old and I live in the state of West Virginia (not western Virginia). I had a mint 79K20 that I rolled twice my junior year of high school. I decided to redo it and it is now titled as a 78. I am a sophmore in college majoring in Forest Resource Managment.  In my spare time I like to hunt fish and ride my 80 Yamaha IT 425. (Like a YZ). Anyhow I think this is a great site with a lot of cool people

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Post by: silveradude on September 02, 2003, 09:00:00 AM
I'm in Nova Scotia

My buddies and I have 7 of these trucks, quite a mixture.. 1/2 tons and 3/4 tons, 2 and 4 wheel drives, etc..

great trucks! love em!

 

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Post by: DnStClr on September 05, 2003, 03:41:00 PM
H'lo all. My name is Don and I am an old guy too at 55.I live in middle Tennessee near Columbia. I just bought an 87 Chevy C10. It's primered and has an 86 carb'd 350 motor with Edelbrock carb and intake.It looks like the tranny is a TH400. It slips.Especially in Reverse. it has a rusty dual exhaust system with glasspaks. There's no radio. The interior is torn blue vinyl and most guage lights are inop. As a matter of fact, most of the guages are also inop! I don't know how fast i'm going or how much gas I have.The air conditioning clutch is frozen up, the fan shroud is MIA, the headlights are misaligned, and the shocks and tires are worn out. I have no door key.:D
I really like this truck. But it needs a little work. :lol               I also drive a 2002 Chevy Duramax in my spare time. It hauls my 30.5 foot fifth wheel '5'er.  I'm a grandpa and it's a good life!
I know where Tallmadge Ohio is. Right next to Akron :smokin  
.Seeya.

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Post by: aprostocetus on September 11, 2003, 03:07:00 PM
Newby here. My name is Ron and I'm from western Virginia(not West Virginia). I just bought a 77 1/2 ton longbed pickup with a 350 crate engine, 6" spring lift and 3" body lift. I'm44 yrs. old so it can be a challenge just getting in the dang thing much less workiing on it! But it does need some work so I may be picking you all's brains in the future.

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Post by: Schinny2 on September 11, 2003, 04:36:00 PM
HI, I'm a newbie too

I have the following trucks

1-1981 k30, 1 ton  4x4 ,454, 400 tranny , 205 transfer case, dana 60 front, 14 bolt full floater rear ,3.73 gears

1-1983 k30 , 1 ton 4x4 ,454, dually, 4speed ,205 transfer case ,dana 60 front , 14 bolt full floater rear ,4.11 gears

1-1983 k20 3/4 ton ,4x4, 350, 4 seed, 208 transfer case , dana 44 front ,14 bolt full floater rear ,4.11 gears ( axles out of a 78 3/4 ton )

2- 1996 s-10 blazer 4 doors 4x4 4.3 (mom's rigs)

1- wife and one great 19 month son

We live in Wisconsin by the Mississippi River

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Post by: ozbob on September 15, 2003, 01:30:00 AM
Hi,
 I'm Bob and own a 79 single cab C-30 dually with a 454. I'm 54 years old and I live in Australia though I am originally from Massachusetts and moved here way back in 1971 after discovering this place while on R&R from Vietnam... (USMC) I imported the truck from California and needless to say the biggest part of my rebuilding project was converting the truck to right hand drive...!!! I'm still working on it and still have a way to go before it's running but I'm enjoying every bit of it except for the time frame involved in getting parts sent down here from the States..!!  I also ride a Harley FLH Dresser and my wife rides a Sportster....

Cheers everyone..

Bob

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Post by: PigOfEden on September 23, 2003, 11:11:00 PM
Hi
  My name is Larry and I'm 16. My uncle just gave me his 1979 Cheyenne. I from the bay area. I hope to learn many things from u guys, i dont have much experience with cars. Anyways the truck runs great but i will probably soon ask about how to fix the rust spots and other things.

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Post by: HARLEY696969 on September 24, 2003, 11:57:00 PM
Hello everyone. They call me Joe. I am a big, hairy biker type. I have a 1984 3/4 ton chevy with a 454,came with a 350. I also have a 1990 Harley, FLHS and totally custom. I also have a nice 4x4 truck pushing 3 horse power. It's a nitro burning radio control and the engine in it cost me $400.00,very fast. I got a 1/8th scale serpent too with the same engine but on-road. I am a big time golfer. I get the look like yeah, you golf, golf like crap but I lettered in high school and got MVP. I can drive the ball as long as tiger, maybe longer and shoot in the upper 70's,low 80's if I suck. I use to be a street racer back in the late 70's,early 80's. My last 2 project's were a 1979 camaro with a 383 and my baby, a VW rabbit with a built 350. The rabbit had a camaro sub frame up front and all home made rear frame section right down to the ladder bar's. It was made into a 2 seat and the stoke front end was bolted together and braced with tubing then rode on bearing's for a ultra smooth tilt. I sold them both right after I got my Harley,the 2nd one. Before the chevy truck I have now, I had a ford f100 with a very built 390. I put 36 hour's of port work just in the head's. For a ford, the truck was super fast. I sold it then needed a truck and got this chevy and love it. I love the fact that chevy made most body part's bolt on,I am talking bed side's.So, that's me. Golf, riding harley and the truck. If time is there I play with the nitro's. I am 42 year's old too. Live in Indiana,lucky me. I hate the weather we have and soon want to move someplace it's warm most of the year. A man can dream can't he. Nise to meet you all and You might end up seeing more of me here.

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Post by: gearhead on September 28, 2003, 10:30:00 PM
Hey all: If I saw this thread first I wouldn't have posted my question of "current projects" in the general question section. My name is Scott, (freinds call me Scotty) I'm a 35 year old metal fabricator who's married to a great woman and have two awesome kids. I live in Ontario, 1 hr from Toronto. My current project is an '87 R-10 shorty with plans for a 383 5 spd. I've just finished boxing the frame and re-assembling the supension. I'm shooting for a subtle, clean look.
  I'm currently trying to get all the metal work finished on the cab so I can put it back on the frame. The truck was likely too rough for most to tackle, but I wanted to have a challenge for my first project, with the intention of gained experience for my next project, (hopefully a 30's or 40's car)
   Other hobbies include; fishing, camping canoeing and playing guitar. I'm also on the "hotrodders.com" site as Gearhead Forever. My E-mail is atkinsonfour@sympatico.ca. Drop me a line any time. (put '73-87 chevy trucks in the subject heading, I don't open unfamilliar e-mail) I'm also going to check into the chat section periodically, maybe I'll hook up with some of you one of these days...

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Post by: chevanonymous on October 09, 2003, 09:55:00 PM
i guess i should do the intro, since this is my first visit to this site....here goes.
my name is mike.  i am a resident of south dakota, but i am currently living in colorado.  i'll be back home in about two weeks.
i have an 83 chevy shortbox 4x4, a 75 longbed 4x4, and an 87 3/4 ton suburban 4x4. the 83 is the nicest one, and it is all stock, with the exception of the engine (350 vs. 305), and an inline transmission cooler.  the 75 has a 327 from a 69 camaro, a 4 inch lift, and 33" tires.  The suburban is the craziest one i guess.  it has a 6" lift, 37" hmmwv tires (16.5), and a rebuilt 350 with the factory throttle body. if that doesn't sound crazy, i guess having the top chopped off behind the rear doors might.  i plan on adding a full cage, and bigger tires to it though.
i came here to get some info and anything else that might be useful.
i also plan on selling the 75 silverado too, so if anyone's interested.

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Post by: 87kodiak on October 23, 2003, 09:18:00 PM
My name is John, I am from Central pennsylvania.  I am 17, senior in high school with a 87 chevy kodiak. Noone seems to know what a kodiak is.  Its a 1/2 ton SWB 2wd truck.  It has ground effects, bucket seats, wood trim int., 350 c.i. eng.  I havent learned how to put pictures on here yet with my scanner but when i do ill have a picture on here for everyone to see it. Nice to meet you all on here

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Post by: kojack929 on December 03, 2003, 12:02:00 PM
names jorge from hialeah fl.
got an 87 suburban used to be my grand fathers love to truck  but i gotta sell it... aking 2000$  obo
305-321-3203  i_vega@bellsouth.net

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Post by: Fast68 on December 03, 2003, 05:32:00 PM
im fast68chevy from josh's 67-72chevytrucks.com forum
25 year old bachelor still looking for new work since being laid off from manufacturing job. currently have an 83 K20 all original under 100k miles, have had billions of 67-83 trucks in the past nine years, but that doesnt happen anymore, just have a bunch of parts now in the building
i recognize some of you here, how are ya all ?

-Randy

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Post by: dopey454 on December 08, 2003, 12:05:00 AM
I'm Rocky, married, 36. I've been in the Navy for fifteen years now. I purchased a 1976 c30 c&c, former wrecker, in 1987 for basically a decent chassis. I obtained a rebuildable 454 in 91 while stationed in VA.  Purchased a 1973 c10 lb 454/400 running parts truck and a 1981 C10 no mtr/ trans in 1992 in Louisiana while ship was in Avondale Shipyard. I went to Recruiting duty in 94 where I got a hold of a 159" wb C&C on 19.5 tires, former Ryder truck. Needles to say all these trucks were used for parts to form one almost complete truck currently known as Jethrow. I have driven down a quarter mile at the Super Chevy Show in Pamona 99, best time 17.8. Also done some truck pulling in Southern Cal.

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Post by: old rusty c10 on December 10, 2003, 04:10:00 PM
Hi all
Im Bob  some of you may remember me cause i used to be a member here a long time ago but i forgot my password and decided to use the name i use on other forums i belong to. Looks like alot has changed here and alot more traffic than used to be here and thats great!  I own a 1986 C 10 custom deluxe that is my all around work horse pretty much for local stuff, a 1976 c10  custom deluxe that will be my son's  ( im restoring  it and thanks to CaptKaos im pretty well getting through all the bugs despite the fact that the snow has kept me from working on it for like a week or two) and i have a couple of other trucks that i use  my daily driver is a 1999 Ford ranger that  despite the fact its a ford  does very well and  is beaten up on a regular basis and a 1997 caravan thats  really my parents car, and is a constant source of anger and grief ( thinking of getting a tow truck for  it). Im 38  my son is 16 my daughter is 15 and im happily divorced , although that may be changing. Im a self employed general contractor and i live in  Old Bridge NJ and  always am looking for something to do on my trucks and all. Im an avid fisherman and love football and baseball. Anyway i hope that this board  becomes agreat source for us to share information and congrats Capt on the new ownership!

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Post by: K8JWT on December 15, 2003, 06:36:00 AM
I am new here so here we go.

My name is Jacob Tennant and my screen name on here is my Amateur Radio callsign. I am 37 years old, married, one daughter. I live in Granville,WV a suburb of Morgantown,WV-Home of the WVU Mountaineers.

Work wise I am a state certified School Bus Operator for Special Needs students, yea the "Short Bus".

My truck is still basically stock 1987 R-10 longbed with a 4.3L TBI V6, Turbo 400 tranny, rust everywhere. Hope to be replacing the bed soon as well as removing the rust.

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Post by: Txstruck on December 15, 2003, 06:36:00 PM
Hi, My name is Steve, Im from Dallas, Texas and I drive an 86 K30 4x4 Diesel 1&1/4 ton. Im a Tech Analyst for SBC, Im divirced with a 8yr old daughter and Im 30 yrs old. :\   Needin to get the tranny rebuilt (TH400). Know of any reliable shops in the Dallas area?

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Post by: ammmotroop on December 17, 2003, 10:19:00 PM
Hi. My name is Neal originally from Los Angeles CA and transplanted to North Dakota by the Air Force. I am 20 years old and am new to the older chevy truck seen but am enjoying it so far. My '85 K10 began as a beater to get me to and from work so my wife could drive our '98 Durango but i am now in the process of fixing it up a bit. Partly because i am tired of it dying at work but mostly because i love custom trucks. My last truck was a '00 S10 that was featured in the August 2002 issue of Sportruck Magazine but i sold it last year. I have also owned a '92 GMC Sierra and a '95 Brondco. I am looking forward to  assisting and getting assistance from the board.

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Post by: stepside454 on December 19, 2003, 04:41:00 PM
Hi everyone Im John, Im originally from Minnesnowta, moved to Missouri in 89. I live about a 1/2 hour south of St.louis.
Im married with 2 kids, both girls. I'm 37.
 Im a self employed service tecnician in the vending industry. I run around the area in my Astro van repairing full line vending equipment. Sheryl Crow wrote a song with me in the very first line of the song.
   My toy is a 75 GMC C-15 shortbed stepside. Its a factory 454  automatic A.C. truck. Its been lowered ,has a nice stance. the engine is a mostly stock 454 with a real mild cam, Performer intake, 770Holley, Sanderson shorty headers etc.. I really enjoy these ol short bed Chevys. Im really enjoying this group. John

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Post by: skeeter84 on December 22, 2003, 07:41:00 PM
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Hi my name is Toby, I'm 20 live in Guthrie, Oklahoma. I own two trucks. I have a 76 and an 84 both 2 wheel drive and long beds. I love to drive, but that is second only to my girlfriend(who I love more than anything). I love trucks and I love to check out and mod them. The one thing that I like the most is seein them ridin the rails(frame). Other than those two things I work as a maintenance man at FES in Stillwater, home of the OSU Cowboys.  

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Post by: 78chevstepside on December 24, 2003, 07:09:00 PM
hi my name is jay iam 43  live in vancouver, washington. Iam a field construction boilermaker  # 500 portland ,oregon  member for 24 years. married  with 2 kids,   son 21  goes to u-dub( thats were all my money goes) and a 24 year old daughter(will you ever move out?). I have a 78 stepside c-10 truck custom deluxe. Have owned this truck since 1980.  I bought it when i was eighteen. It originally had a 6 banger three-on-the-tree.  Now the 78 has a 4/6 drop c-notch frame 355 4bolt  wolverine 280 cam 1406, performer intake, headers ,flowmasters, turbo 350 with a shift kit 2000 stall converter, finished oakbed, oak console , 90s full size seat . for everyday driver I have a 02 silverado 1500 extended cab lt shortbed  5.3 automatic  loaded.  My wife has a 02 blazer extreme 4.3 5 speed.  All of these are black in color.

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Post by: ratblock on December 30, 2003, 12:37:00 AM
Hi im david and live in ravenna michigan. Im 35 single with no kids.I am a heavy equipment operator.I have three trucks. A 77 swb with six inch skyjacker lift and 35 inch swampers. IT has a 468 big block 4L80E trans np205 transfer case dana 60 front with 4:10 gears and a power-lock differential. It has a 14 bolt floater in rear with 4wheel disc brakes and a detroit locker. I also have a 77 lwb 3/4 ton  i use it to plow my driveway in the winter. My other truck is a 2001 HD with 8.1 and alison trans. I also have a 71 Blazer with 4 inch lift 35 inch swampers. It has a 383 stroker with th350 trans and np205 transfer case. Dana 60 rear with power lock and dana 44HD front with trac-lock and 4:10 gears  

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Post by: 77 Stepside Morph on January 03, 2004, 08:49:00 PM
I just joined the group and thought that I would introduce myself.  My name is John and I am 39,  live in Lebanon, Ohio am married and have 2 daughters.  I am an engineer in the Smiconductor Industry and I enjoy wrenching on the trucks and cars in my spare time.  I recently bought a '77 Black 4WD SB Stepside like one that I had 20 years ago,  except this one has the bed from a '90 Stepside.  Other bowtie trucks include a '96 Extended Cab Black 4x4, '72 Suburban and a '73 BB Crew Cab.  We also have a '57 Pontiac Chieftain with a 455 and a pair of 4-Speed '69 Grand Prixs.  I am learning a lot by reading the boards here.  There is an impressive knowledge base here that I plan on tapping into!

John

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Post by: bigberm on January 04, 2004, 01:12:00 PM
Hi,my name is Randy.Im 44 years old ,married with two older kids,I love that.I live in Elkford BC which is awesome 4+4 country.I have an 83 chev 4+4 which has been restored and is great.I hope to be chatting with you guys very soon.I'm am so happy to be back into a chevy truck,my last truck was scarificed for a house but now I'm back.Thanks and its nice to meet you guys.

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Post by: leathalc10 on January 07, 2004, 03:34:00 PM
Hey my name is eric hutson im 18 still in school and i live in new jersey it all started last year when i bought i 87 chevy silverado c-10 red with a worked 350 and nice flowmaster exhaust i worked on this truck adding small things here and there including a sub amp stereo and all the good stuff. Before christmas i wrecked my truck in a rear end accident and the insurance company claimed it totaled. I now have a 86 c-10 wit a worked 350 runs 13's and i am very happy of thi truck and im glad i found a site where i can get all the help i need thanks guys.....

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Post by: DCRANER on January 13, 2004, 02:47:00 PM
My name is Doug Craner and I have an 86 GMC shortbed.  It is lowered 2", Billet wheels, Fiberglass Cowl Hood, %%WORD15%C0 Small Block, Turbo 400, and 3.73 Posi Rear.  Truck has been completely restored to stock look.

Working on B&M floor shifter and March Pulley kit, getting ready for Street & Drags this spring.

Thanks.

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Post by: Wendell on January 14, 2004, 02:17:00 PM
Howdy. I just bought an 18 GMC Sierra 4x4, started looking around the net for info, found this site, and joined. I describe my truck as a "bowtie Jimmy" since it has a Chevy grill. I've heard of them coming off the assembly line that way, but don't knew but that someone swapped grills somewhere along the way.

My name is Wendell, I'm 56, I live in Carson City, Nevada, I'm married, have two cats, and root for the University of Oklahoma where I went to school. Presently I'm a librarian. I thought that would be a good job to have while trying to figure out what to do when I grow up. Previously I've been a horseshoer, a log truck driver, a cowboy, a wheat cutter, an oil field worker, a radio announcer, and only IRS knows what else.

This is my third GM truck. Previously I've owned a '36 and a '65 Chevies. The truck is in pretty good shape, but there are a few things I want to do to it so you'll no doubt see me asking questions.

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Post by: aprice on January 15, 2004, 08:13:00 PM
Hello,

my name is adam. I'm from St Croix falls WI, which is about an hours drive from St Paul MN. I'm 18 and single and planning to get my cld next month. I have a 76/73 chevy 3/4 to on a balzer frame which i'm working on as a mudder (body engine and frame are from 76 the rest is 73). my daily driver is a 1991 F-250 4x4 or my 1989 Grand Am which has proven to be unstopable in these Wisconsin winters lol.

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Post by: CC Chevy on January 23, 2004, 07:11:00 PM
Hey! My name is Robert. I've been posting on the CT & Classic Chevy boards for awhile. I live in central Oklahoma with my wife and 5 yo daughter. I drive an 87 SWB Silverado with a 350 TBI and a 700R4 tranny. It's my daily driver and getting close to rolling over 200,000 miles. It's mostly stock with a few minor upgrades. Anyway, just say "hey". :hat  

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Post by: 77 K30 Crew Cab Dually on January 29, 2004, 02:55:00 PM
My name is Dave. I am engaged. No kids. I am currently a Marine stationed aboard Camp Lejeune North Carolina. Currently I have 2 GM 1 ton Crew Cab Duallies. 1 is a 77, and the other is a 86. I also have an 84 Chevy 3/4 ton 4wd diesel truck that I plan on gutting for all parts for my other projects. Besides my hobby of working on GM Pickups with other friends, I am into: weightlifting, playing on my computer, reading automotive technical books and manuals, going on long vehicle recovery adventures, my fiance of 2 years, and many other hobbies. I use MSN messenger. I would like to link up with others of the same vehicle intrests. My hotmail address and MSN screename is: Davidus2001@hotmail.com  

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Post by: desertrattical on January 29, 2004, 09:52:00 PM
Well I am also new to this site so I will give a quick run down about myself. I am 33, live in Safford, AZ., married, 2 girls and I am always offroading one way or another. I just bought a 79 chevy, shortbed 4x4 with a 6" lift and a 383. This is my second chevy p/u but I have never been to mechanically inclined. That just means I will be on here often picking everyones brain. I am usually out on the quads or in the sandrail and enjoy them a bunch. But I needed a truck to hall everything and wanted one that I can still crawl under the hood and work on. See ya all around  :rollin  

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Post by: Dizzy on February 06, 2004, 04:50:00 AM
mmmkay lets see here..
been leaching info from here for a while now, but i just registered to ask a question.
I'm 22, California, proud and frustrated owner of a '78 GMC Sierra Grande Longbed 2wd w/ a 69 Chevelle SS 396 BBC and Th400, non functional fuel gauge; oil, trans, p. steering, and rear diff leaks, numerous vacuum leaks, and a 2" lift (I bought it that way).

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Post by: ccb on February 06, 2004, 01:56:00 PM
Hi all,
I'm Craig from Mesa, AZ Some what new to the club.
I'm 48 marred 2 sons. I'm a Independent project manager for the automated equipment industry. Spending a good deal of my youth in Idaho, California, Colorado. I guess you could say I'm a jack of all trades a master of none. I would say my Passion would be fabricating. From dune buggies, drive shaft tube holder traction bars, to trailer etc. I like making my own part Just to be different from everyone else. I'm real close to AIM Industries If anyone has any question about there part from there web site, let me know. I have 4 project I'm working on
A 1980 Chevy Citation X-11, 3 Iveco trucks and my latest a 1980 Chevy Silverado 1 Ton. I hope some day to turn this in to a full time Job.
Again thanks to all who have helped in answering my question.

Craig

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Post by: 74 454 on February 12, 2004, 02:50:00 PM
hey all,
my name is ken, and i am a confirmed mod-aholic. oops, wrong
forum. i live and work in the phoenix area. for work i am an
accounts receivable manager for a local tire & wheel whole-
saler. my 4 wheels of choice for the last 10 years is a 1974 3/4 ton chevrolet pick up. it is a custom deluxe, and like my user name implies, it has a 454 engine and turbo 400 transmission. it is not perfect by any stretch, but i get a lot of positive feed back. we go to local shows and cruises, like the pavillions in scottsdale with it. judging by some of the other replies, i'm a motorcycle addict as well. current weapon of choice: 2002 Kawasaki ZRX1200.
i took a couple pictures last weekend, when i pick them up ( no digital camera, so i have them put on a disk) i'll post one. i appreciate automobiles as well, but i have not owned one since my last camaro, almost 18 years ago!
see you on the road.

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Post by: greyghost78 on February 19, 2004, 11:19:00 PM
:hat  my name is barney im from Waco TX i owe a78 chevy p.u &a 56 chevy belair right now im working on my p.u im putting a84 front end on it thats how i learn this forum anyway i have learned alot from the members here already  

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Post by: txaggie99 on February 24, 2004, 05:58:00 PM
Name's DeeAnn, the only girl I've seen on this site so far. Have a '78 1/2 ton Big 10 w/454bb, T400 tranny, and Edelbrock 750cfm carb. Wanted one for years and finally got it. If you read my other post, you already know that my pride and joy was all but ruined in two back-to-back hurricanes over a year ago. Now I spend my free time (and lots of hard-earned money) putting my truck back together and learning as I go along. Never worked on cars before. Dad never did and husband doesn't, so I'm on my own.

Other than my truck, I'm an Aggie, taught for a few years, now going back for Master's in Architecture--go figure! No kids, but love my pets as much as most love their children.

If you get a chance, read about my truck troubles on the other message I posted and let me know if you have any ideas. I'm completely out, as are most people I've talked to about the truck. Glad to know I've got a new resource here.

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Post by: Chevynut on March 03, 2004, 09:07:00 AM
Hello - my name is Michel.  I'm married to my Beautiful Wife and we have three children.  I'm in North Texas.  I work for a local Fire Dept.  I have a '73 Truck that has tons of history behind it.  My Dad and I picked up this Truck in Dec. '72.  It served the family well for many years.  Then developed a slipping transmission and was put in a barn for a while.  So far all I've done is install tires, wheels, fuel pump and carb.  I still need to get the tranny rebuilt and do a brake job.  I can hardly wait to get this classic back on the road. :rollin  

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Post by: BigStick63 on March 11, 2004, 10:33:00 AM
Hi, my name is Bryan, I'm from Marietta, Ohio.  I'm 40 years old (soon to be 41).  I'm married, have two girls, ages 3 and 7 months.  I own an 85 Scottsdale 4x4 with a crate 350 and a 650cfm(I think) Edelbrock carb.  The power windows and a/c still work!  I originally bought the truck because I needed a work truck while I was building my house, not sure I wanna build another house, but it was a great learning experience (I had help from a real builder so I wouldn't mess anything up:D )  I was going to get rid of the truck after the house was done, but I've needed it every so often for some chores so I decided to keep it.  I've kind of fallen in love with the truck anyway.  I'm originally a suburbs boy but have found that living in the sticks like a country boy is my true fit.  Even my family members joke around and say that they always knew the country was my element.

I'm currently going to college full time, when I get time, I help my father in law out with his business.  

The other vehicles we own are a 97 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, and yes I do take it off road, that's the first thing I did when I bought it.  I took it down a real rough logging road when it had just started raining.  People thought I was nuts, but I told them "that's what four wheel drive is for!".  Also have a 93 VW Passat (it's a mileage thing) and have an 82 GoldWing.  I spend most of the time in the summer cutting grass (3.5) acres.  In the winter I spend most of my free time pulling friends and family members out of ditches on these country roads:lol  

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Post by: chevyjr73 on March 12, 2004, 10:47:00 AM
hey whats up? my name is sam i am 30 yrs. old and live in chesapeake, virginia. i have a super clean 86 chevy silverado 1/2 ton 2 wheel drive with a 350, 600 cfm edelbrock performer carburetor, chrome air cleaner, dual exhaust with flowmaster muffler and an accel supercoil. i have installed a custom stereo cd player with 2 12's behind the seat and amp. i am a mechanic and love working on cars and trucks.[mail]chevyjr73@hotmail.com[/mail]

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Post by: Boxdin on March 20, 2004, 11:14:00 AM
Great to find like Chevy Truck Nuts.. Im Rick, 51 now (geez) just got 88 Crew Cab Dually w 454 TBI Turbo400.. looking to visit son and family w 2 Grandkids in NC, other son in Cincy in School.. Looking for 5th wheel in 28 to 30 ft range. Lucky to find this cherry truck w only 83k miles red all over, matches my red 88 Fiero Formula, red auto trailer, red restored 77 Dodge short van (I was van converter in NM for 25 yrs). Other fun rides include 98 Cherokee 2 dr for wife and my daily driver is a 93 5.0 TBird I was lucky to get w 41k miles. Here in NM, we can haul small trailer behind 5th wheel, I plan to put Honda CT70, a 4 wheeler and hopefully a jet-ski all in one smaller trailer so fun can be had no matter where or when !!

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Post by: Pushrod on March 20, 2004, 03:43:00 PM
Hey all, I'm Dan, and I live in Joliet IL. I have a 77 Stepside and a 81 Malibu coupe. I'm 26 and single but have a really great girl that I would be absolutly stupid to deny.
I've been lurking around here for a while and finally decided to jump in on this great forum.
I'm gonna be goin back to school this fall so I'm gonna have to waste all the money I can on my truck before I'm broke due to school :rolleyes  :lol
People Know me as Pushrod on a number of other MB's, Great to see ya'll here!!

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Post by: 86 4x4 on March 24, 2004, 09:16:00 AM
well I guess it is my turn. My name is Dwayne and I'm from Nova Scotia, Canada.I am curently building an 86 3/4 ton GMC, it has a 305 4spd 205 right now. I have a 350 4 bolt that I am going to rebuild for it. I'm 28 and have a girlfriend that i live with.I'm a steelworker ,working on building bridges.this site is good and i've benn learning a lot from reading all of your replies.Hope to talk to you all in the future.

Happy motoring

          Dwayne

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Post by: gastdoc on March 27, 2004, 01:45:00 AM
Hello everyone: My name is Dave,married,2 kids,live in Ontario Canada,I work in radiator and gas tank shop,I've 90% restored an 1987 Chevy silverado 1/2 ton 4/4 long bed, 1970 350 4 bolt approx 300hp,new body bumper to bumper from gm,trans 700r4,4:10 gears,4" susp lift,33" tires,installing a factor a/c system this year and hopefully then I can finish the interior.

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Post by: akffetsa on April 01, 2004, 04:26:00 PM
Hey, everyone.  I'm Aaron from Canton, Michigan.  I am 21 this sunday, am going to school for mechanical engineering, and play in a couple bands.  My current truck-of-choice is a 1978 C10 Silverado that I bought last summer (to replace a ford...)  I've got a '30-over 350 in it, with a 3/4 cam, forged pistons and crank, aluminum intake, 650cfm holley 4160, 4 core aluminum radiator, Walker longtube headers breathing through dual glasspacks, lots of engine chrome, a 2500rpm stall, BUILT t-350 with a B&M shift kit, NASCAR truck shocks, 3/4 ton rear springs, 4 new B&F A/T's, new windshield/rear glass, new driver door (jap door, but it works), and just re-painted in original colors (seafoam green and hunter green).  Hahaha, the interior:  all original and falling apart, smells like smoke, too.  Stereo: am/fm CASSETTE with one speaker in the passenger door and two behind the bench, hahaha.  But I dont really care; I didnt put all that time and money into my ENGINE to listen to a radio...if you know what I mean.
Thanks!    

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Post by: 87 fixer upper on April 04, 2004, 04:19:00 PM
name is juan i am a debt collerctor /loan processor for home
loans.. on my free time i like to mingle with the girls in my 87
gmc p/u. i am 18. living in las vegas.aka sin city 8)  i also like
to go to las vegas speed way and drag....:rolleyes  

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Post by: Cheekster96 on April 04, 2004, 05:54:00 PM
Hello all!
sounds like a perfect title for a newbie.
My name is Lee and i live up in Central Maine.  I am on my second GM pickup.  my other one was a 87 1/2 ton 4x4 GMC which i just replaced with a 1987 3/4 ton 4x4 pickup.  wanted something a bit bigger to haul the boat and the old 305 wasnt cutting it.  The 350, TH400 and 4.10 gears make a heck of a difference (gas gauge too..lol).  the 305, 3.08 gears and 700R4 tranny sucked..
i also have a 96 Z28 with a 383 motor i built and on my second upgrade of the tranny.  next summer, putting in a T56.
havent had this truck for two weeks yet and i already have purchased the Edelbrock intake/cam/lifters package and a new bigger Holly throttle body.:eek
I have cabin fever big time.  cant wait to hit the lakes again and do some fishing.  doesnt even matter if i catch anything..just ready to hit it!
anyways.  looks like a great board.  i ll post often..
thanks.
Lee
96Z 383

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Post by: slimsi99 on June 21, 2005, 11:00:00 PM
What's going on...My name is Brett age 26 married with 2 kids. I am from Kansas City, KS. I sell aftermarket parts to bring in the money. I am looking around to find a community where I can talk to people about these trucks, ask questions, hopefully answer a few and learn more about them. I have a '86 Chevy C10, lowered with a roll pan. The computer has been eliminated, 350 mall block fully carburated, electric fans, HD radiator and a TH350 with a shift kit, other performance soon to come. It was damaged on the passenger side, fender, door and bedside and needs new cab corners, when I bought last year, but other than that it's pretty straight. I plan on fixing the body, shaving a little bit and give it a two tone, black on top and red on bottom. I look forward to discussing this stuff with you all. Thanks for being here!

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Post by: 77 K30 Crew Cab Dually on June 25, 2005, 02:42:00 PM
Hi; My name is Dave. I'm 26 and I just got out of the Marine Corps this april after about 8 years of service. I was stationed in North Carolina and now reside in a little town called New Holland in Pennsylvania. I'm a single man with no kids that will probably be single for years to come due to my inability to tolerate women that try to manipulate and control. LOL.... :)  Anyway; I used to have a 77 C30 Crew Cab dually which had a dump truck 366 big block, sm 465, and a 4.10 geared dana 70 rear. I had a 86 k30 Crew Cab Dually with a hd350, sm465, NP205, 4.10 Geared dana 70 rear and dana 60 front. I had a 70 custom camper 20 with a 350 engine/375 tranny. And I've had my slough of cars to from a 67 Grand Prix with a 400 pontiac engine/Turbo 400 tranny, 85 Regal with 231v6/Metric 200 transmission, 83 grand prix with 350 chevy/350 tranny, 84 Grand Wagoneer with 360amc/torqueflight727 tranny, 89 rally sport camaro with 305tbi/turbo 700r4, 89 GTA Trans Am with HO350TPI/Turbo 700R4. Now I have a 84 Mistique Red Trans Am with 305LG4(Being evicted soon!) with heavily modified 700r4 tranny. I also have a 85 GMC 2wd 3/4 ton suburban with a HD 350 and turbo 400 tranny. I plan on converting it to 4wd in the next 6 months.

I am open for chat. My Yahoo Screenname is: Davidmb1978



Respectfully,
Dave

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Post by: SlapFish on July 01, 2005, 12:27:00 PM
Hi my name is Andy.  I'm a youngin' at 16 years old.  I've got a 1985 Chevy 1/2 ton.  Within a week or so it'll be huggar orange with some savvy flat-black designs similar to those famous "c" shapes  on the side of muscle cars.  If you haven't already noticed I'm a huge muscle car guy.  My dad and I also worked on and own a 1980 Pontiac Trans Am.  It's canary yellow with camel tan interior.  My truck is a constant work-in-progrss and we'll be doing lots of cool things to it, including but not limited to: glasspacks and angled rear side exit tips, a subwoofer box with two 12" subs, 32" tires, spray on bed liner, and more.  Hope you guys are able to offer lots of advice and help!

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Post by: Ziptar on July 03, 2005, 09:42:00 AM
Name is Kevin.  I just brought home an 85 2WD 1/2 Ton. Read all about it here. for $800 I couldn't pass it up. Just moved into a new place that needs lots of landscaping so it will be for runs to the dump, Lowe's and the landscape suppply lot.

I am 38, married to the best woman ever, and father to 5 and 8 year old daughters. I am a programmer by trade grease monkey for fun. Before getting into IT I worked at wrecking yars in Massacheusets, Oregon, and Florida in the late 80's to mid 90's I live on the west coast of Florida about 40 miles south of Sarasota.

I am partial to diesels. I have a 2003 VW TDI that I have converted to run on used cooking oil, the kit is out at the moment but, I'll be putting a new one in in a month or so.. Would like a pickup to do the same.  I commute about 900 miles a week, so I like cars that run free used cooking oil and get good MPG.

I used to be a VW Diesel nut, but they are getting to darn expensive, and are useless for any real hauling. Recently entered the GM world, I used to own a 63 GMC Pickup years ago that I paid $50 for, and since have taken a liking to the 73-87 pickups. I find the older 80's GM diesels that were so shunned fascinating.

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Post by: 87R10 on July 06, 2005, 04:05:00 AM
Hi my name is Larry; currently serving in Iraq but due back home (Valparaiso FL) in early Sept.  You guest it in the military going on 20 yrs, soon to retire I hope.  I spend alot of my time tinkering with old chevy trucks but have recently narrowed it down to just two, 66 C10 framed off w/402BB/400 turbo w/3K stall all original except drivetrain and a new purchase of a 87 Chevy R10 Silverado w/17K original miles that my wife is making a road trip to pick up as I'm typing this so now I have to wait another 60 days before I can drive it.  

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Post by: outlawd81 on July 27, 2005, 04:00:00 AM
ok, this looks like a good place to start, and "hello" to all you chevy people! Yes a "newbie" so guess I've got some catching up to do.  

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Post by: 76GreenBeast on July 28, 2005, 12:12:00 AM
Hello, I'm Nick and I've been a chevy guy all my life (although the direction GM is taking now is starting to aggrevate me).  I've got a 76 K10 Std Cab LWB with a 350/4bbl, and TH350 trans.  It was my (late) grandfather's truck so its kind of a family heirloom.  Its got a full-time X-fer case and 66K original miles (although the rings are shot so it burns oil on long trips).  Runs like a top, all sheet metal was replaced except the roof (bed is off a '84 model).  I also have a '98 K1500 Z71, ext. cab SB with 104K, and a 02 SS Camaro with 20K.  I'm engaged, no kids (yet).  Look forward to the conversations and all that jazz.  Later.....  

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Post by: Bill87 on August 23, 2005, 12:14:00 PM
Hi my name is Bill if form Cincinnati, I'm 47 years old and started turning wrenches on engines w/ points-plugs-condensers, not to mention 4 wheel drum brakes.  My kids are grown and gone - but they keep comming back.
I'm currently rebuilding a '87 GMC 1/2 ton.  In retrospect I should have started with a pre '77, but I'm old and stubborn. I'm determend to build a good daily driver that will pull my 5,000# camper with the best big block.  

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Post by: Wriggs86 on October 13, 2005, 02:07:00 PM
My name is Pete.  I live in Ontario Canada.  I'm in Law Enforcement, married with two kids.  I'm new to the restoration hobby and have minimal automotive experience so this forum will be helpful sinc most of you guys have a wealth of experience.

I just bought an 1986 Silverado C-10 in good shape.  It is completely original and was babied by the last owner.  I'm looking to do a full personal restoration to make the truck mine.

Look forward to drawing from your experience.

Wriggs

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Post by: shortbox85 on October 24, 2005, 09:03:00 PM
hey im eric form greensburg pa, and i got an 85 silverado c10 with every factory option, but sadly i got a 305 in it, its got 150,000 miles on it and there is no rust, its a solid machine, the engine is tired but it runs. if any one has any information on pollution on it please help me. i need that for inspection but hopefully someone out there knows how i can keep my truck legal  

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Post by: PimpinSmurf on November 17, 2005, 11:45:00 PM
Hidy Ho! My name is Robert I live in Gurley, AL small town of about 1000. I am 19 years old dropped out of HS when I was 17 and went to work in HVAC I have been doing that for going on 2 1/2 years now. I started out into imports I had a 1991 Nissan 240sx fastback I totaled that car out (Hit four trees..) then I got into the offroad scene have a 1989 Ford F-150 4x4 it does well offroad. Now I have a 1980 Chevy C10.....  

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Post by: adamrx7 on December 05, 2005, 08:13:00 PM
Hello I'm Adam from St.Louis Missouri. I just recived a 1973 GMC Sierra Grande with a blown motor for trade on some machine work. The body is in good shap and will be gettig better as time progresses. I'm building a 305 for it as I type due to thats what it had in it, I dont know how the 305 got in there sense the VIN says it came with a 3504b. I work at www.strokerkits.com so I got a deal on machine work and this motor will last along time. I'll make a post later of my progress, anyways HI everyone!!!!!
img.photobucket.com/album...3300_1.jpg

Adam
93 RX-7 and
89 Colt(4g63)

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Post by: Bucks87silver on December 15, 2005, 09:53:00 AM
I'm Ben, 58 (old fart), from central OH and I just finished restoring my 87 1/2ton 4x4 Silverado over the past year. I'm the 3rd owner and found this baby locally. A little rust but the interior is absolute cherry. With only 77k miles, I yanked the original 305 and replaced it with a 4 bolt 350. This truck was purchased with a 7.5 ft Western plow dealer installed. I took my time removing almost everything except the cab to clean, prime and repaint. I cut out the minor rust and welded in new panels and then gave it a new two tone paint job. Doing all the work myself in my garage and now have a super truck. Hoping I can figure out how the heck to post some pictures and share ideas with y'all.

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Post by: Bucks87silver on December 15, 2005, 10:11:00 AM
www.myspace.com/bucks87chevy

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Post by: dragmine on December 16, 2005, 08:13:00 PM
Hello. my name is Jim.I live in Nova Scotia Canada.I work Search & Rescue for the Coast Guard.I have a 78 short wide and a 85 long. I show and drag the 78 @ 13.89 100 mph. The 85 is a good beater.new to site. And hope to get better at this typing stuff. Oh and the 78 is in the gallery. But alot of changes since then. cheers.

Edited by: dragmine at: 12/17/05 1:54 pm
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Post by: LarryC on December 23, 2005, 10:47:00 AM
My name is Larry, and I live in suburban Boston. Work in the computer consulting field.

I have a 74 C-10 Chevy, 2wd, longbed, 350, auto. Truck has 54K original miles. I am the 3rd owner (10 years), following my Dad's owning it for about 20 years. Most of it's life has been spent at a second home in northern Vermont, in a garage for almost all winters. Last Fall it got new floors, cab mounts, doors and a cab paint job (original black). Still needs quarters on the bed (rusted around bottoms and wheel wells.

I have it down in Boston this winter to do all the things I never have a chance to do when it is in VT. Just put all new fuel lines, fuel pump, water pump (it was the original), belts, hoses, trans lines, plugs, wires, dist. cap.rotor, valve cover gaskets, bulbs in the dash (I was down to one working!) and rebuilt the 2BBL carb. Going to do valve stem seals and shocks this winter and clean and paint as much of the frame, etc. as I can get to without removing cab and bed. Did a full body-off resto to a 66 Corvette a couple of years ago and my wife would kill me if she thought I was getting into a full resto on this! This is a driver truck.

It is a great truck and lots of sentimental value since my Dad owned it for so long.  

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Post by: 81ChevyCheyenne on December 27, 2005, 02:09:00 PM
Hello, I'm proud new owner of a 1981 Chevy Cheyenne Pickup. I only know a few things. It was purchased new by my Great Uncle and he was over 70 when he got it. Just passed and I was able to pick this SWB V6 3 speed up for $2500. It only has 35700 miles and everyone claims this is for real! I have two poor photos my mother took and her word on the rest. Yes, I took it sight unseen. Hope to enjoy it as a project with 15 yr old son. I'm really going to be looking for advice on the ends and outs of this truck.... I have no ego here so, if you have words of wisdom please feel free to send me any you can. I will be picking up truck Jan 2006.

Thanks,

Neal

PS. Any ideas on towing? It runs but afraid to push it 700 miles straight from Texas to Georgia.[img noborder]http://c:[/img]

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Post by: bigred on January 03, 2006, 04:02:00 PM
I'm Jason and I'm 23 yrs old from east, Tennessee. I have a bright red 2wd swb 87 Silverado that my dad bought new. It has the original 5.0 305 T.B.I engine, 700R4 trans. and factory paint. The interior is black and has had a few minor mods including: bench recovered in tweed with red inserts, a bowtie rear view mirror, billet pedals, pioneer Cd player with a Kenwood amp and MTX speakers and a tach added in the ash-tray area. The truck has a spray on bedliner, Weld Draglite II wheels, dual exhaust with Flowmaster 40 mufflers. I also have a 2wd, lwb, black 85 custom deluxe. Its a good solid truck that I bought for $300. The engine ran but was pretty much blowed up. My dad and I built an old motor we had out of a
Nova and put it in. I has a slightly bigger cam with an Edelbrock inake and headers with flowmaster 40's.

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Post by: 73 SUPER 10 on January 05, 2006, 06:40:00 AM
My name is James and I live in Atlanta. I have a 13 yr old daughter and am single. Just bought a 1973 cheyenne. Its really rough but I love it anyway. I appreciate any help or advice I receive.  

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Post by: 123 pugsy on January 11, 2006, 07:55:00 PM
My name is Jari.I'm a married guy from Markham,On.(5 minutes north of Toronto) and I have a 2-1/2 week old baby girl. My family and friends call me Pugsy.I'm a custom stainless steel sheet metal fabricator by trade.I have a small fab shop in Toronto and specialize in custom restaurant equipment.I'm currently working on a frame off 1976 long box 2WD.I started when the fuel price went nuts(Yeah it happened up here too) so I decided to keep the 283 it came with.I've got a 700r4 and 3.40 gears.So it should be not too quick,but hopefully quite reliable...............

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Post by: CASEPOWER on January 16, 2006, 12:40:00 PM
I am Jonathan W from Cameron, NC. I am 34 and a magazine editor for two world wide distributed antique tractor magazines. I am also a super antique tractor puller, a self taught machinist, I do aluminum foundry work in my shop building custom parts, and I use to have a wrecker service, where I used nothing but 73 to 87 chevy trucks. I still have a 1982 C-30 chevy rollback with over 500,000 miles that I haul tractors on. I am currently building my "Dream Truck" a 1982 suburban/ 1978 C-60 integrated together. My website is
www.oldpowerpride.net

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Post by: apollotwo on January 20, 2006, 09:01:00 PM
Hi, my name is Morgan and live in MN.  I've got a '78 1/2 ton lwb, 2wd.  I've been in the landscaping biz for several years.  Been checking out the board for a while and finally decided to join.  Looks like lots of great info here with nice people and minimal flames unlike some other boards I've seen.  I look forward to my time here:D  

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Post by: dragmine on January 21, 2006, 11:08:00 AM
hey Kevin. Dragmine here. Cannot get e-z to work for me No live chat or nothing.I am not getting something right.Need help thanks. Jim

Edited by: dragmine at: 2/24/06 1:27 pm
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Post by: 81ShotTCheV on January 30, 2006, 12:28:00 AM
Well looks like it is my turn.

Hi to all.  My name is David.  Right now I have a carrer with O'Reillys Auto Parts.  I'm not married but in a commiitted relationship with my girl Cherish.  We have had 2 wonderful children.  My daughter, Makiah Grace, is a year and a half and my son, Keegan Jace, is 8 months old.  We live in Wichita Falls, Texas.  I have finally owned my first full size chevrolet pickup.  It is 1981 Chevrolet SWB.  The power plant is a 350 that has a MSD ignition 6AL box, blaster 2 coil, and a MSD Distributor.  It breathes from a K&N Air Filter.  The sound comes from Hooker Headers with 3 inch pipe to a pair of Flowmaster 40 Series Delta Flows that are dumped right betore the rear axle.  The stance has changed from stock to a 4/6 drop.  The works are soon in for a full air bag suspension.  I plan on doing a 383 stroker kit also.  Well I hope to chat with everyone soon.  Also if there is an one located near me that wanna get a car and truck club going get in touch with me.   My yahoo name is ShorT81CheV feel free to add me.

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Post by: ChevyDrivr on February 03, 2006, 12:30:00 PM
hey yall, im justin. im 18 years old, single, in college.  i was born about 10 min outside richmond, va, but currently go to school in towson, md.  i hope to be the future owner of a lucky 73-87 pickup. i plan on putting 6-8" on it and 35 or 36" tires.  this will be my first 4x4 build, so im countin on yall to help me when i get stuck. thanks a lot and remember: ford engines are decent, dodges are good, but theres nothing like a chevy 454, underneath your hood.

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Post by: tommy2bits on February 18, 2006, 03:52:00 PM
I am Thomas, I have owned a few Stepsides and shortbeds all from 69-79 in the past. I prefer the 73-79 models with a 73-74 grill. I just sold my Toyota 4x4 to get a Stepside that has a 6 cylinder, I was suprised when I actually found what I was looking for, one that was in terrible condition that ran, for cheap that I could fix up. I need a daily driver that is good on gas and I has an iniine 6 before and it ran super, so I knew what kind of power I could expect out of it. Here's my gallery that is updated each time I get something done to it.

www.grossepointegothic.com/79Stepside/

Thomas  

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Post by: weaver1947 on February 20, 2006, 04:39:00 PM
Hey everybody...My name is Dave and I bought an 86 GMC 2500 Crew about 2 months ago for $400 and have since put $5500 into a new powertrain. I am a self-employed long haul driver that runs from NC to ID and back. I will be moving home to Winston-Salem in April and I look forward to getting to know you folks.

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Post by: lokmotion85 on February 20, 2006, 09:27:00 PM
HI,Im Toby from ohio,35,married 15yrs,child on the way,work aspalt,road const.love trucks,currantly have 5 complete trucks,85 chev c/10 sb 454/400 on 20's w/airride tubular control arms midnight bluew/ silver met.flamesw/prizmetic dust in flames custom int.w/ plenty of billet alum.,81chev lb c20 402bb/400/14bolt fullfloat/3:73detroit locker black,tow rig,84 chev lb k/20 350/400/208/10bolt corp/14bolt full float 3:73 black silverado,83GMC,sb k/10 350/350/205/10&12bolt3:73currantly getting new body& a78GMC 2wd jimmey w/full removable top project305/350 4now,getting a348wb/400 chev or 455pontiac?&78 crew cab need new body,plus couple cars,member of car club Ntheweeds.com

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Post by: cruppert77 on February 22, 2006, 07:42:00 PM
I'm Chris, I'm 35, married with a one year old. I am a carpenter in north Texas. I've be visiting this site since I bought my 77 step side last year. I really appreciate the help and advise from this site. I haven't had to work on cars much since I was 18, but I've always been interested. Now my 77 is just for cruising, not to get me back and forth to work. Much more fun.

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Post by: Texas82 on February 24, 2006, 10:40:00 PM
Hey guys my name is James. I'm a 27 year old mechanic, husband, and father of a three year old boy.(Got lucky the first time!!!) I was driving a 82 shortwide until felt it necessary to take every bolt out of it, and start over.  I'm sure I'm the first one right. I reside in the Texas panhandle, where there's no rust and unfortunatley no rain. I look forward to sharing info with everyone.

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Post by: Z28 c10 on February 26, 2006, 04:29:00 PM
Hello all, my name's Jason, and I've got an '81 c10 shortbed. It was bought about 5 months ago from a local Dodge dealer for $500, the guy traded it in for a new Homo Ram, ooops I mean Hemi. Anyways, so far I've redone some of the interior, ran the numbers on the engine and it's a 1970 Z28-350 L-48
rebuilt the th350 and installed a 1500 stall converter,redid the exhaust with 3" pipes and stainless flowthrough magnaflows with dumps,and slapped in a 3.73 gearset. I've also got a new comp cam with .480 lift thats been sitting in my closet since Christmas that I haven't had the time to put in yet, can't wait.[img noborder]http://[/img]

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Post by: prjctk10 on March 04, 2006, 10:37:00 PM
I guess i'm the newest addict to these pages. My name is Lee I'm 32 yrs old. I have 3  wonderful kids. My daily driver is a 94 S-10 blazer. I just sold my 90' gmc sub.w/ a 5.7, a 6'' lift,& 35'' bfg's to get my newest toy an 85' K10 short bed silverado w/ a 4'' lift & 33's. My new money pit!! The girlfriend says she don't care what I do to it but it has to have some camo. Ummm...... O.K.! (her favorite color is realtree hardwoods HD green! How cool is that!?!)

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Post by: srxvmaxsx on March 06, 2006, 08:28:00 PM
hello newbie here, my name is mark i live in upstate N.Y., not married but been with girlfreind for 6 YEARSSSS. i have a 13 year old son, his name is brandon. an 2 min. pinchers dogs, rainy and dallas. love to snowmobile, i have had several cars and trucks,i am a construction worker(asphalt) highway. over the winter of 06/07 i will start my first frame off restoration of a 79 short box.

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Post by: S10XtremeSR on March 12, 2006, 01:04:00 AM
Hey new here. Name's Mike, 26 yrs old, girlfriend of 3 years, no kids. Live near Pittsburgh PA. I own a 83 Custom Deluxe and just bought a 82 to fix it up with. Also have a Y2K s-10 Xtreme and 01 ZR2. More of an S-10 guy but love my fullsize.

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Post by: IUFAN87 on March 12, 2006, 02:32:00 PM
Hello, My name is Dave I am 37. I live in Southwestern Indiana with my wife of 11 years and 4 kids ages 2,4,5 and 9. I worked as an Automotive Technician for 5 years then at a dicount auto parts store for 3 years until my wife talked me into becoming a stay at home Dad. Which I have done for the last 4 years and love it. My big boy toys include a 1967 Oldsmobile 4-4-2, a 1987 Buick Grand National, and just recently a 1985 Chevy Silverado 4x4.  

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Post by: DUAL FLOWMASTERS on March 14, 2006, 01:13:00 PM
hey im t.f.n.g, im 32 from the los angeles/orange county areas, i have a 69 camaro and an 84 z28, and a 75 shortbed, i got it for 500 bucks, straight body, no motor, i junked my 75 longbed, but snatched the 350 4 bolt main out of it before they took it, that motor ill be dropping in my 69 camaro, and i have another crate 350 that i dropped in my shortbed,   and with my shortbed, i plan on slamming it with the belltech drop kit, and swapping a 91 front clip on it, and mabey some TTII'S,  and possibly some ss badges..

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Post by: 1980cdeluxe on April 01, 2006, 08:00:00 PM
Well, thought I would introduce myself too considering I'm new. Name's Allen, 17 yrs old, living in Virginia. I own a 1980 Custom Deluxe 4x4 with a pretty good body, also a 2" Add-a-Leaf with 33's. TH400, with a 350 in it. Absolutely love these trucks, since I was a kid and my dad and brother owned them. (My dad a 1979, and my brother a 1978, and now my brother-in-law a 1973). Considering pictures after I get the fenders on!

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Post by: big10 on April 01, 2006, 10:30:00 PM
Just wanting to introduce myself. My name is Josh and I live in Marysville, WA, I am 28 years old, I love long walks on the beach and spending time listening to women talk about crap like sewing, makeup and hair. For those of you who are dense, I am just kidding!

I have a 1978 C-10 Big 10 with 392,000 miles, I just rebuilt the motor and the th350. I ended up with a 383 stroker with all forged goodies - flat top pistons and a performance cam and crank, and the th350 got a shift kit and some extra clutch packs - I think?

I just had the truck lowered today. They used a 5/6 belltech kit and we are putting wheels on this next week.

Before all this other stuff, the truck recieved new front fenders in '91 along with new rear quarter panels and a new dashpad as well as a new paint job. About 2 years ago we had the seat reapolstered and I put in new carpet as well.

My grandfather bought the truck brand new in 1978, and when he passed my father got the truck in 1994, then my dad passed in 2003 and now the truck is mine.

Future plans are to repaint the vehicle a black pearl, getting rid of all the trim on the sides and redoing the interior black as well. Right now the truck has the factory 2-tone red-white-red with all of the crome bits and pieces.







Josh:rollin    

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Post by: viperman75 on April 01, 2006, 10:44:00 PM
I am new.  I just picked up a mint 86 Chevy short/wide.  I am from Texas.  It has a 305 and is red. This will be my sons truck and we are going to make a project out of it.  I will be dumping big $$$ into this project so wish me luck becuase I am going to ask alot of Questions.

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Post by: 83c10 on April 06, 2006, 08:54:00 PM
Hey im Bob, I live in northern California. Im 19 years old. I drive a 1999 Chevy Silverado Z71, but my pride and joy is my 83 Chevy C10 pickup, bought it not running from my grandparents since then I have lowered it, put a 300hp crate motor in it, which i have just upgraded with heads and cam, and exhaust. 4:11 gears out back with an eaton posi, and a B&M ratchet shifter on a built 700r4 with a 2500 stall. If i am not workin on that i am makin my money to put into that by doing drywall. Or ridin my 00 yz426f. I love to do anyrthing that scares me, or gets my adrenaline rushing.  

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Post by: thirstycanadian on April 07, 2006, 08:11:00 PM
Well, this seems like as good a place to start as any.  

I'm pretty new to all this.  I'm 22, have been a fan of these trucks for years.  Paying for university has put off buying a truck until now, so I bought two this spring.  One is an 85-ish Chevy 4X4 that is bits and pieces of everything, lots of good parts to salvage and sell.  The other is an 85 GM K-35, regular cab, single rear wheel, 454, 4 spd manual.  

It is nice to see that there are lots of people out there with a similar appreciation for great trucks.

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Post by: Krazyasslunatic on April 11, 2006, 11:36:00 PM
My names david, im brand new to this site. I just purchased a 76 long bed 4x2 with a 350 for only $325. Its runs fine but need a little work to make it dependable. I live in southwestern oklahoma

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Post by: mrcustom on April 30, 2006, 07:13:00 PM
Hi Guys
My name is Mike. I am married and have two post teen boys.I live in Barrie Ontario.Canada.My truck is an 86 chev 3/4 ton K .I'm a disabled army mechanic so I can answer some questions acurately.My truck is the first I've Chev I've owned and is a perpetual project.

:D Glad to be on Board

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Post by: AzChevy86 on May 02, 2006, 07:03:00 PM
I figure its about time to introduce myself - been a member for 2 months. I'm 36, Mom to 3, stepmom to another 3, I live in Glendale, AZ, working fulltime for church org., and engaged to 21-years Army veteran who is currently deployed to Iraq. About 2 months ago, I purchased a 1986 Chevy 4x4. This has been my dream truck for the longest time, since I grew up in the 80's. Now the fun part is modifying the truck to make heads turn. It'll be interesting since all I know is how to change the oil, tires, air filters, and drive a truck! What would be really awesome is while my fiance's overseas, to have a total overhaul on the truck and present it to him for all he's done for me, our kids and our country! Of course, I'll be borrowing it from time to time.
Thanks and hope to visit this forum from time to time.

AzChevy86

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Post by: Z28 c10 on May 02, 2006, 07:19:00 PM
Hey, we've got a lady on board Welcome aboard AZChevy'86Geat idea to hook the man up with the gift of a sweet ride, I'm sure that everyone here along with myself greatly appreciates his and all of our troops' hard work and sacrifices.
       
          HOME OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE

 JayTater

 Z28 C10

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Post by: 75 C20 on May 24, 2006, 07:58:00 PM
Hey, I'm Nate from southeastern Indiana. I'm 15 yrs old and last year I purchased a 1975 Custom Deluxe 20 for $1700 at local farm machinery show auction.  It has a 350 with a granny 4 speed manual transmission. It has very little rust, which is unusual here in Indiana. It has only 60,000 miles on it—still got the original tires on it….the one back one seems to be wearing off awful fast if u kno wat I mean   :lol   :rollin It's 61 Grecian bronze, which I like because it’s the only truck I’ve seen around here that is that color. It was completely stock and original when I got it. Since then I’ve put headers, new edelbrock car, alum. Intake and dual exhaust. Some year when I am out of school I would like to fix the little amount of rust it has and cherry it out but that takes a lot of time and $- 2 things I don’t have. I am currently working on painting the rims that it has white again because they were kinda rusty and dirty. Another 7 months and I’ll have my license so that will be nice to actually have it be legal for me to drive my truck on the road, but at least this way it should be all good to go once I have my license.

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Post by: 78Ryd4Paw on June 08, 2006, 11:34:00 PM
My name is Frank. I live in the Old Dominion. From reading other posts it appears I  have kids older than most of the people that use this cool site. I have 2 daughters and 2 grandsons and a 1 granddaughter. Been married almost 33 years to my high school sweetheart. I work in a paper mill but spend most of my spare time (when not with my grandkids) playing good old rock and roll in a local band. The rest of the time I work on my 78 C10 short bed. I have had it for several years but just now starting to tear it down and rebuild it. I enjoy reading all the posts and have found a lot a very useful stuff from you very talented and experienced truck builder/lovers. Thanks for all the good stuff.

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Post by: pig rig on July 26, 2006, 02:01:00 PM
how you doing? my name is matt, I live in washington (the state) about half way between seattle and the canadan border. I'm an Iron worker. I have at present 7 81-87(88)   pick ups and alot of parts. My big truck fetish is crew cabs. (now you know where the name pig rig comes from) I've got an 85 1 ton thats droped with air bags in the works. Then I have a 88 crew cab that I've changed to half ton and droped it thats almost ready for paint  and last I have a 88 1 ton dually   then I have four  half tons 3 of them are parts trucks

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Post by: JCampbell1180 on August 01, 2006, 06:13:00 PM
Hi.  The names Jason.  25 years old.  I live in SoCal.  I'm married, three kids.  I work in the heavy construction industry.

I had a few square bodys in my day.  Slamed C-30 crew cab duallys are my true loves.  Have one, on the lookout for another.  

Past rides, huh?  Well, I'll keep this relevant.  I had a dumped 79 swb, 350/350 on 15" ralleys.  

I also have a slamed 87 C-30 crew cab.  I've had it since high school.  Blown 454 (blown as in blown-up, not supercharged).  Thinking about unloading it.  Thought about rebuilding the motor, but it's a rusted out, stripped truck.  Not very family freindly anymore.

88 3/4 ton Suburban.  Stock suspension on 33's for now.  4 inch lift on 35's is in the works.  Super clean.  I'm the second owner.

Currently looking for a CLEAN 87-91 crew cab dually.

Any of you guys with C-30 duallys, check out www.duallyscene.com.  That's where Pig Rig and Myself hail from.  Good group of guys over there.  Tell em PigRig and JCam sent ya.

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Post by: pcmcobra on August 03, 2006, 10:35:00 PM
I'm John
35 y/o Married w/ 3 kids. 2 to pick  girls and one boy. I live in NW Florida.
Actually, I am hoping to pick up my 86 Silverado this weekend, if not, then next. Getting it from a guy in Georgia. I am pumped. I have not owned this body style before, but have wanted one for a long time. I don't plan on doing mych to it right now. But I do have plans for it. Hopefully kep it long enough to give it to my boy one day. If he'll have it.
Well, glad to have found this oard, look forward to it.

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Post by: dads86shorty on August 08, 2006, 03:09:00 PM
Hello, My name's Frank. I'm 44 and live in Riverside CA. I have a 86 Silverado I purchased from my Dad . Before this I had an Black 85 I purchased new but it was stolen in 94. I replaced it with a Red 87 similar to my Dad's.  I regret trading that pick-up for a 97. This is a great site and It will be helpful in the future as I plan on keeping the truck I have now.  www.cardomain.com/ride/2429515/1

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Post by: 454CDX on August 10, 2006, 01:09:00 AM
My name is Luis I live in Arkansas, I am 21 years old I go to college right now. I just bought a 84 C10 swb it has a 350, I am getting it all cleaned up first then start to fix the engine up then put new paint , right now I lowered and put 2, 12 MTX subs, pioneers in the front and back, old pioneer cd player. Hoping to completly restore it and make a show truck.

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Post by: samseye on August 10, 2006, 08:56:00 PM
I am David.  I live in Cincinnati.  I am 37, married and 1 daughter.
I have an 84 shortbed c10 custom that I just dropped a 454 Big Block in and recently bought and 85 Silverado with a 307.
Probably will sell the 84 custom once I have gone thru the Silverado.

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Post by: Nikodemus on August 11, 2006, 12:59:00 AM
My name is Nick I'm originally from Canada but moved to Washington state a couple years back. I have a 1977 C-10 Stepside that I picked up a few months ago for cheap. It's been nothing but trouble since I got it but it looks real nice in my driveway haha. Can follow this link (www.cardomain.com/ride/2393497) for some picks and the story of my truck. Currently fighting with the TH350 Transmission booo~...and my wife about all the money I have already and plan to put into it.  

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Post by: 82koolfull on August 14, 2006, 05:24:00 PM
hello fellow truckers...my name is Kris from Denver. I'm single and have 2 kids. Just scored a 2wd 82 swb c-10. It's pretty clean with a 350 motor and 700r tranny. Front is dropped, need to lower rear more. Great site!!! be kool... 8)  

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Post by: Supertrucker on September 20, 2006, 01:14:00 PM
Hey all, just joined from Minnesota. I'm here to find restoration information and maintenance tips for my 1986 Chev K20 Scottsdale.  It was purchased new by my Dad and served as his construction pickup for close to 16 years. It was in wreck about 5 years ago where it was t-boned in the drivers' door, which caved in the door, b pillar, cab corner, box side, and front fender. The cab was also pushed over. This was all straightened, however the cab is still crooked, the door doesn't fit right and all the paint is peeling, chipping, and the body filler is cracking. I need help.

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Post by: curly86 400 on September 24, 2006, 03:28:00 PM
:rollin  Hello from southen Ky, I am Jeff aand I'm 43 and married 19 years. I just recently got a sweet 86 Silverado shortie for $800. I had a 71 c-10 sold it for $500.I am in the process of putting a  400 sb in it and get it painted

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Post by: azscottsdale on September 25, 2006, 11:32:00 PM
Hi.  I am Frank, a longtime chevy man.  ('54.'65,'69,.)  I have owned this 78 Scottsdale 3/4T since '97.  I bought it from an older couple who only drove it across the country a few times and twice on Sundays.  They were good to it and I've been good to it also.  I am looking forward to lurking around and picking up some tech tips, or other insights on gadgets or doohickeys.  thanks

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Post by: 73 SUPER 10 on October 04, 2006, 09:23:00 AM
Hi. I'm James from Atlanta GA. I am 36 yrs old and have 1 daughter. I own a 73 cheyenne with a factory 454. I am a technician at the local auto shop. This is my first big block and I am still learning the truck. I love this board.:D  

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Post by: LOWDRAG on October 16, 2006, 08:12:00 PM
Whats going on? I'm Mike. I have a 1975 Silverado Stepside K10. Too many mods to list right now. Its my baby, but I love beatin the @#%$ out of her on the trail, fixing her, and doing it all over again. Don't misunderstand me, she's no beater. She's got the looks that kill too. I just make sure she's taken care of when we gwt off the trail. I am a 34yr old Army Sgt in Ft. Lewis, WA. I have been happilly married for 12 years and have two great childeren. I just returned from my second tour in Iraq and found this site. This is great.  

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Post by: 73c20 on October 25, 2006, 06:43:00 PM
Hey, I'm Jordan White, 18, originally from Anoka, MN but currently going to school at Michigan Tech University. I own a 1973 C20 Pickup with the 350/400 combo. It doesn't look pretty when you first see it, but it sounds awesome due to the glasspack muffler adorning the chassis. So far I've added a floorshift, a tachometer, dual under-dash LED light bars, and I painted the bumpers and grille white, as well as dual white racing stripes..the truck is currently dark blue. Future plans include rebuilding the engine and tranny, new long tube headers, a straight pipe exhaust with stacks, 2" loift blocks in the rear, new wheels/tires, and a new paintjob.

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Post by: baddogg73gmc on October 29, 2006, 06:03:00 PM
:hat   Hi all, IM Joe from Taunton, Ma. Im 27,  w/ a 9yo son. Im currently working on my 73 gmc sierra grande. I still have alot of body work to do. I just put in a sbc that has 10,000 miles on it. It sounds great with open headders8)   Its going to be painted flat black. Im trying to go for the old school hot rod look. I work for a rigging company. See ya around

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Post by: chevelleman67 on November 04, 2006, 11:24:00 PM
Hello to all  ! my name is Steve I live in Auburn ,Ga I'm 44 married 17 yrs 3 kids  2 grand kids  love cars , motorcycles  , love to bowl. what a great site !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Post by: kimin69 on November 08, 2006, 01:51:00 PM
Hey everyone!
My name is Ben from southern cali. and we are the ones that came out with the one piece door glass conversion kit for the 73-87 Chevy truck bodies.
When I was a kid my dad had a 75 long bed and back in the day it wan't against the law to ride in the bed. That was cool for me, but then the law changed. So I bought a 78 about 1 year ago and hopefully it will be ready for the SEMA show in Vegas for 2007.
I've been in the automotive glass industry since I could remember. My dad had pretty much been a glass man for over thirty years. I naturally followed with a little friction of course from the ol man, but dad's will be dad's.
We are going aggresive on designing and creating kits for the older vehicles that have vent windows.
You will all be noticing in the next coming months what I am talking about.
                  Our website is onepieceproducts.com
Thanks !!

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Post by: chuck4shore on November 09, 2006, 08:30:00 PM
hi
i got a 73 long bed step side any idea how many were made
[mail]chuck4shore@yahoo.com[/mail]

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Post by: dhill3443 on November 24, 2006, 11:08:00 AM
Hello, I hope I've done this right since this is new to me. I'm from North Carolina on the southeast side. I have a 85 Chevy C10 with 305/th350. I bought the truck in desire need of attention. It was being left to die and covered with weeds for burial. I use to be guess to this site but decided to join. I agree with the messenger and enjoy reading what everyone says. I don't like to argue so that won't happen. I like to enjoy what we can do with the Chevy's and show the rest of the world. I'm disabled and can't draw disability but that don't stop me. I love mechanicing and talking mechanics. I love camping so if you're get near me and want to go camping, let me know and my family would love for you to be there. We camp with 4 other families all over NC and SC and have a blast. Thanks for letting me join.

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Post by: gmctruckss on December 10, 2006, 02:44:00 PM
My name's Ryan, i live in Ontario, Canada and i own an '87 sierra, lowered 3 inches in the front and 4 in the rear, its got a 350 from a 1995 fullsize chevy and a 700R4 tranny form a s-10 blazer. Everything except paint was done by me or my dad. I take it to shows as often as possible more pics can be seen here: [link=http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2176994]www.cardomain.com/ride/2176994[/link]

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Post by: yunggun27909 on December 11, 2006, 01:26:00 AM
Hi my name is Jay I'm 35 and an idiot when it comes to working on trucks. (I've done a brake job or two....changed oil...and have to go one cylinder at a time to do spark plugs and wires or I will screw it all up....)
I bought a 77 Chevy shortbed for my 4 year old... he tells everyone it's his heavy chevy..(I used to own a '78 c20 with a utility bed) I play music write poetry and get trucks stuck in the mud.
I'm from Aydlett NC....that's reeeal close to the Outer Banks.  

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Post by: LBHGTI on December 25, 2006, 07:34:00 PM
My name is Pat, 26 years old from Los Angeles.  I've been a mechanic since I learned to drive and for the last 4 years I've been working for a brake parts manufacturer, running the caliper rebuilding department and the technical support department.  I just joined this board after picking up a 73 C20 to tow the racecar in the larger trailer I hope I'll be able to get soon.  After I limped the truck home, I yanked the motor and trans, went through the 350 and bored it .030 over w/ flat top pistons, a Lunati 270/280* cam, headers, and new everything, including all stainless steel hardware.  All the brackets, pan, valve covers, and timing cover were send out to get cad plated.  I ditched the TH350 which needed help and built a TH400 for it.  Just got it back up and running yesterday.  

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Post by: occupant272 on December 31, 2006, 09:16:00 PM
My name is Alan and I'm a caraholic.  (Hi, Alan!)  I'm 28 years old, live in Fort Worth, Texas, and I'm married with SIX children.  14, 12, and 7 year old stepdaughters, a 5-year old stepson, a 13-month old terror-boy, and one more coming in March.

My wife and I own a 1984 Suburban K20, yellow and white, with tan 9-passenger vinyl interior.  We paid $900 for it and it's the first vehicle we've been able to own with more than 6-passenger seating.  Finally, we don't have to take 2 cars everywhere!  I also have a 1989 Chevy Celebrity with a blown head gasket and I'll be working on it as soon as I figure out how to get it in the garage up the hill.  If I push it with the high-riding Suburban, I'll bust out the taillights or something.

My wife is Amy and she's 32.  Which means she's old(er than me).  We have been married for about 2 years and she's 32.  Did I mention my wife is 4 years older than me?

(That age thing should have me sleeping in the garage long enough to fix my Celebrity on overnights.)

In my spare time I search the internet for easy ways to fix all the problems my vehicles have.  I also search eBay for anything I can use (filters, plugs, spare parts, owner's manuals to cars I don't own, etc)

I work for RJ Reynolds tobacco (for the next 4 hours) and my wife is my immediate superior.  (Probably because she's OLDER than me)  Thanks to a policy change, I can't be subordinate to her anymore (although I'm sure it won't change ANYTHING at home) so I'll be looking for work.  Rumor has it that she'll have me take over our eBay store and the increased number of items I'll put up and sell will replace the $1500 or so I make a month.  And if we get busy enough, it'll be even more.  Time to build a shed in the backyard to house all this stuff we're selling!  And we need shelves in the garage...and a new computer...and...and...this Suburban is going to be very busy hauling stuff!

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Post by: 79ChevyK20Guy on January 16, 2007, 01:53:00 AM
Hey everyone, I am Brian I live in Ohio. I am 21 years old I am married and have a 1 year old little boy. I drive a 1979 Chevy K20 pick-up truck that I have been working on since I was 15 years old and it still isn't done. My wife hates it and tells me to get rid of it on a daily basis but you know how it is. My email address is soc_sports@hotmail.com and sometimes you can catch me on MSN messenger.

Here is my truck. I am in the process currently of rebuilding a fleetside bed for it so my time is spent for a while. I have a good helper most of the time though when his mom lets him come out to the shop with me. Hopefully one day this will be his truck.



So far all that has been done to it is I have rebuilt the engine. It is a 400 sbc with around 500+ horsepower. I just finished the transmission less than a month ago and the engine has a fresh rebuild and was installed a little over a week ago. The last engine was also a 400 sbc the was built by a guy who worked for Southwest 4X4 and it was cranking over 600 horsepower so he said (had bad luck with transmissions so he could have been right). The truck has a full floating Dana 70 rear end and a Dana 60 front with 4.11 gears. I am planning on putting a 4 in skyjacker or rough country suspension lift on it sometime in the near future and doing some extensive body work to it. If the wife doesn't sell it before then. If anyone has any suggestions for this truck feel free to let me know. Body work is all kinda new to me so any help would greatly be appreciated. I've got about 14 years before I have to worry about my son driving it so untill then I will have some fun with it.


Brian

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Post by: 75ChevDrvr on January 24, 2007, 07:38:00 PM
Hi!  My name is Allen.  I'm in Chandler, AZ.  I think I found this forum long ago when it wasn't as active and just happened across it again.  My truck is a modified 1975 C10 that has been in my family longer than I have.  My parents bought it in 1977 a couple of months before I was born.  It has been just about everywhere across the U.S.  I've done a few things to it.  What you can't see is the Edelbrock multi-port EFI system under the hood and the built 700R4 backing up the stock block.  

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Post by: cjtimp on January 27, 2007, 08:17:00 AM
My name is Tim, and I am from East Texas. I am 42 married and have 4 wondereful children. My truck is an 82 C10 SWB,I bought a few years back from a friend of mine who was going through one of those "I'm broke and gotta sell something to pay the bills" moments. The body is straight, needs paint, but is LOADED with potential. Has a 305H engine, 350 "lockup" trans, new windshield, fairly new interior, ect....I have big plans for it, and intend to drive it fairly often. Right now it gets driven on weekends as I have a "company truck" for commuting back and forth to the job. I have really enjoyed this board so far and every one seems cool and helpful! I have used the tech pages and archives fairly often. Most notably bypassing the ESC module. Thanks for all the helpful tips and nice to meet everyone!

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Post by: warlok1469 on January 29, 2007, 07:27:00 PM
I'm Jay. been looking for a site like this for a while and even better, my ezboard membership from hondachopper.com worked. How easy is that:D   I'm in AZ. Got a 1976 K-10, 350, TH350 (till I put in the 700r4 in my garage), 4" skyjacker, 33" BFG MT, etc......... Always in progress!!!

If you kill a man, you're a murderer.....kill many, and you're a conquerer..... kill them all,..... YOU'RE A God!!

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Post by: y2k on February 07, 2007, 10:13:00 AM
Looks like there's a couple older than me but overall a bunch of youngster here.:lol        
I'm Dean,50 years old married with two sons 19 & 21.
21yo has a '76 350/350 4:10 geared 4X4 with 12" of lift and 38.5 swampers on it.
Mine in a '78 GMC High Sierra with a 454/400 and 4:56 gears.
My 454 has a mild cam,Edelbrock Performer intake,headers and a rebuilt electric choke big  Quadrajet from a Caddy 500 engine.
The 400 turbo is all beefed up from the flexplate on back.
I'll be geting her out of the shop tomorrow with a lift kit so I can install my new aluminum wheels and 12.5/36/16 Swamper TSL radials.
Also just had a new heater core installed,new ball joints,new u-joints on the front axel and new brakes up front so she ought to drive out real nice.
It's a good solid truck but I have a new left front fender,inner fender and battery tray to hang (rust from battery) and then she'll get new paint to match my jetboat.
Regards all..........Dean from Yacolt,Wa.








Paint will match this (bleck yellow but oh well love the boat)






My other addictions........



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Post by: 76CrewCab4x4 on February 23, 2007, 10:29:00 PM
Hi, name's Tom, 50 yrs of life, married w/ children in Mesa, Arizona.  I work and play in the playground equipment industry for City parks, Schools, Home Owner Associations and anyone else who has need of just about any product found at your local Park.  

I decided to restore my 76 Chevy Crew Cab 3/4 Ton 4x4 Custom Deluxe that was our family truck since 1988 but became a work truck for my install crew.  It served the crew well but now has cosmetic neglect and wear and tear on exterior & interior.    Other than looks, it runs great.  Has a 350 cid, Edelbrock 650, auto transmission, (350 I think).  

Have found the postings here most beneficial since locating this web site just last week.

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Post by: BILTUP on March 05, 2007, 10:14:00 PM
Hey all, been here for a few weeks reading up.  I am 28 and live in lloydminster, saskatchewan canada.   I am an Instrument tech at a husky upgrader/cogen./ethanol plant here in lloyd.  I have recently purchased a 1980 chev 3/4ton silverado camper special (350 eng./auto/14boltff).  It is going to be getting a 6'' lift from tuff country and off road design.  Tires will be 35'' S.S. thornbirds.

Pics:

www.putfile.com/biltit/images/88655

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Post by: timberghstt on March 07, 2007, 11:29:00 AM
Hey folks, I'm Jimmy Nelson from Georgia currently living in Heard Co. GA pop. 11,200! saaaalute! I'm 41, been enslaved, er I mean sentenced to, um I mean married to my darling wife for 10 years. I have no kids of my own but am blessed with 3 wonderfull stepdemons, er kids. I love huntin' fishin' 'wheelin' campin' guitar pickin' outdoor cookin' and all sorts of other stuff that ends in "in' "  Last week I bought a 1977 Chevy 4x4 pickup. Here's the lowdown on the "Big Red Ridge Runner" as it is now, as it was when I bought it:

1977 Chevy 4x4 pickup
LWB
stock SB 350 engine w/4 bbl quadrabog
stock exhaust man.
TH350 tranny
ain't washed the grease off the xfer case to get any #'s on it.
locking hubs
3" suspension lift (cheap block setup for now)
3" body lift (looks a lot better than I thought it would) My Documents\My Pictures\The Big Red Ridge Runner" style="border:0;"/>

My Documents\My Pictures\The Big Red Ridge Runner" style="border:0;"/>

The vin however told me that this was originally a 2WD truck heavy half with a 454 eng! weird!

cya!
Jimbo

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Post by: timberghstt on March 07, 2007, 11:50:00 AM
will try pics again, If this don't work will wait till somebody set me straight on how to add pics to post ;)

Jimbo





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Post by: ridinhi on March 30, 2007, 06:39:00 AM
Hey, just stumbled across this board.

I'm 36, from Graham NC, wife, 2 boys 10 & 12, 2 dogs, 2 cats, a lizard. Drive a truck for a local carrier. Spend all of my time working on something.

Recently picked up an 84 Silverado daily-driver that I'm planning to restore a little at a time. I'll put up a pic once I get it off the jack-stands.

Here's my baby, 05 Dyna WideGlide.

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Post by: 83GMCK15 on April 01, 2007, 09:20:00 PM
Name is Jacob reside in Syracuse NY. 32yrs young. Married and first kid on the way. Just picked up my first GMC driver/project. Have been working with fords for years but always had a thing for those 80's short bed GM's. I am a realtor and work for one of the fed-up companies driving truck. I am an avid harley fan and am looking forward to having another truck project. Truck is an 83 GMC K-10 350ci, TH350 manual valve body/shift kit, 6" lift, 35's, High Sierra pkg. No rust, a few small dents. Front end conversion to later model 4 head light. Needs lots of little things. Somebody put a lot of money and time into it but didn't finish and I am picking up the pieces. Rock auto is an excellent and cheap source for a lot of stuff in these fyi. This site has already saved me a solid $100 in parts and hours of frustration so thanks! Will get some pics of the truck and the harley up here as soon as I figure out how. Can't wait to get this thing out on a trail this summer looking forward to getting to know you guys.

Jacob

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Post by: 79GMCSC on April 10, 2007, 01:10:00 AM
Hello my name is Charles Affolter, I'm 28, Married with 3 boys and another baby on the way. I work for Basin Electric at Antelope Valley Station (Coal fired power plant) As a mechanic. I live in Hazen ND and I enjoy collecting antiques (gas, vehicle, signs, those sort of things) I own a 75 chevy, my first truck, a lot of parts trucks, but my main interest is a 1979 Gmc stepside short box four wheel drive that has the Street Coupe option. The only thing about it is that it doesn't have the hood emblem or the original paint. I'm hoping that someone out there has a street coupe also so I can maybe get some measurements or other information on the stripes so I can possibly have them reproduced. I plan on going back original on as much as I can. The paint is not a problem the hood emblem, body stripes and color matching (dye) might be though.... anyway hello everyone, and I look forward to being a part of this site. <p></p><i></i>

Update, been a while, I have since found a couple of NOS hood ornaments, I have a set of stripe/decals that have been reproduced from originals, I have the interior color and the seat has been redone. I have collected basically all NOS parts for the rebuild. I have yet to find a NOS drivers side rear fender with the square fuel door, I have a NOS drivers side but it has no fuel door. I now just have to find the time to work on the truck....
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Post by: yttaf on April 12, 2007, 04:02:33 PM
Hi, I'm Cory I'm from Iowa. I am 30 years old, will be 31 in 2 days on the 14th. I am happily married to my wife of 10 years & have 3 kids(all girls) 10, 7, & 5!!! I work in a Lime stone mill, we crush limestone mainly for feed industry. My current project is a 1981 Chevy 1/2 ton short box 2wd, replacing rockers & cab corners, shaving the drip rails, door handles, mirrors, etc. then I'll be finishing the body work & painting a hot rod black & lowering the truck with a 5/6 drop, then eventually baggin & draggin. My other projects are my dream cars, I have a 1957 Chevy Bel Air 4 door sedan that needs the floors & rockers replaced, & I have a 1957 Chevy 210 2 door sedan & a 1957 Chevy 3200 pickup which needs some work also. Oh & my daily driver is a 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager & my wifes car is a 2006 Kia Sportage.
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Post by: red4wd on April 12, 2007, 09:36:56 PM
Hey everybody, I am Nathan I'm from Northeast Arkansas, about 45 miles north of Memphis, TN.  I am 38 been married for 12 years this summer and have 2 girls 6 and 2.  I am currently rebuilding my 83 K10 with donations from an 89 K5.  I have swapped in the 350 fuel injection engine which is stock except for a performer intake and power pulleys.  It has 16x10 wheels and 285/75-16 tires.  I am using a seat from a 94 silverado, the grille and headlights from the blazer and she will be red on top and black from the body line down.  So it will be kind of a Johnny Cash special but I guess that is fitting since he is from here.
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Post by: Uno99 on April 13, 2007, 11:40:53 AM
Hello all, I am 27 years old and live Appleton, Wi.  Ive been working at a Wi Based Cellular Carrier called "Einstein Wireless" for the past 3 years. Last May I picked up my fathers 81 GMC High Sierra after selling my 1999 Pontiac T/A. THAT WAS A SAD DAY.....I had to have something to tinker on my and my pops gave me a deal on the truck.  I came over from fullsizechevy.com. I look forward to learning from the 73-87 GODS. Check out my cardomain in my sig for more pics.
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Post by: Pumpkin King on April 18, 2007, 05:41:43 PM
Hello! I'm Jim, I live about 30 minutes east of Cincinnati. Married, 4 kids, 3 of which are grown and on their own. I just got a 74 Chevy C-10, 350 w/ 63000 actual miles. It was a 3 on the tree, now it's a 3 on the floor. The body looks like heck, but runs great and floor boards and frame are in excellent shape. Looking to do alot to this truck, including updating to power brakes, HEI, and a 5 speed, plus endless amonts of new body parts, fenders, doors etc. Thanks all.
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Post by: CHawk on April 20, 2007, 10:47:27 AM
What's going on everybody!  Brand new to the site this morning!  Actually been surfing it for about two days now but just registered.  My name is Chris and I've been in Colorado Springs since '94, Southern Oregon before that.  I'm married to a wonderful woman and we have one little guy.  I'm 33 and work in the telecommunictaions field.  I bought a black '85 K10 in '93 (has it been that long???) and best I can tell I'm the third owner.  I owned a '76 Toyota 2wd before that and used to joke in high school that my friend's Datsun B210 car could go futher off road than my Toy...and I wasn't lying!  Used to off road (minor stuff) all the time in the Chevy!  Then...it died  :'(  I used the truck for my job and the 305 lost a cylinder one day heading up to Denver.  Shortly thereafter, the company I was with shut down and my kid was born.  Suddenly the Chevy could no longer remain a priority and went into hibernation in my garage and driveway.  It became known by my family as the flower pot after my wife stored potted plants in the bed of it  >:(.  Well, finally reached a point where I can start working on it again!  Body is in good shape...no major rust.  Could use some new paint.  Interior, aside from being faded, is good.  I've got a 350 to drop in it and am also hunting for an 87-newer 700R4 to install or use as a core to rebuild.  Mine was already rebuilt once but I was never happy with it.

Great site guys...great posts and tons of info.  Nice to meet you all!

Chris
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Post by: Lon on May 06, 2007, 10:15:16 PM
My name is Lon Hammett. I just registered tonight but I have been looking around the site for a while. I'm 29, married and I have a 5 year old daughter,and live in Hazel Green Alabama.  I have done everything from repair electric motors, rental equipment and fitness equipment. I took a summer off and went to welding school, but never pursued a career as a welder. I now repair copiers and I and hope I have finally found my "Door into Summer". I have always wanted  a Chevy truck because my grandad always had one. His first was a 75-77 I'm not sure of the year, and his second was an 87. I learned to drive in the 87. I also own a 53 F*rd F-100, an Astro van that is my daily driver, and my wife drives a custom 99 S10. I have always been a gearhead, I have no other interests. I dont hunt fish or watch sports, if it isnt mechanized and loud I have no interest in it.
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Post by: Stoneyh on July 29, 2007, 08:47:11 AM
Hello everyone! Very new to this so just hang with me.  My name is Stoney Henson, 26 , from Athens, TX.
I own an 83 GMC short/wide, and in the process of restoring and painting. Don't have any pics yet but they will be soon on the way.  I am single, have no kids, and work in Houston(Humble), TX.
Feel free to send any info on what make my job a little easier on the body and painting process.
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Post by: GT1000000 on August 22, 2007, 08:55:09 PM
Hey Gang, Name's Gus Tate, Born in The Big Apple,Ex-Air Force SP, ASE Master, Currently 46 and counting, Switching to Bodytech,  Very Happily Married{26 years} to my childhood Sweetheart, On my 3rd Mortgage, No Kids, Currently residing in the closest city to the U.S.,Miami,Fl., Moving Soon...as I can sell my Castle...To where we belong, The Smokie Mountains, yeehaa...Owned this ol' heap since after Hurricane Andrew{1993},Bought it at auction and it was Love at first sight...87 Silverado,two-toned silver/blue with gobs of chrome, 4x4, 5.7L TBI, 8-lug, Longbed, with all the bells and whistles,90,000 miles on the clock,rusty water in the rad, frayed belts,I dont know what in the oil, exhaust manifold cracked,water pump? squeelin, bald 33.50x12.5X16.5's on all fours, steering? what steering?,and a soft KNOCking sound emanating through the other noises, but it was PURFECT!!! So I plopped down my Benjamins and took delivery of my pride and joy. Been a long haul since then, and a few things have changed,but the ol' hauler is still goin strong after a shave,repaint and re-crate,engine that is...got rid of the chrome,shaved the drip rails,door handles and locks,put in remote door poppers,semi custom interior, Spray-on bedliner,AM/FM/satellite/MP3-10 CD remote changer,2 amp 400 watt,12 speaker system,Energy Suspension Polyurethane bushings,boots,spring eyes,motor and trans mounts, GM Heavy duty front brakes, Hellwig rear sway bar, freshly re-built TH400, GM 4bolt 335 HP crate motor, MSD Distributor, Holley TBI Dominator Intake, Hypertech Chip,Hooker Headers, Dual exhaust with dual Hi Flow Cats and a cross over,New Rad,pumps and pulleys,and belts, and hoses, and then I covered it all in a custom mixed Sherwin Williams Blue Acrylic with custom yellow,red, and orange Flames and stripes, covered in about two coats of clear with iridescent pearl and an additional four coats of clear acrylic,and,and...Well you get the picture. In case you don't,I'll be happy to share some pics as soon as I figure out how and where...
 That was almost 8 years ago and it is time for the second reincarnation...
I am currently in the process of repairing a leaky head gasket or cracked head{still havent taken it apart},by replacing with a few new goodies... Gonna rip out the old CCC/TBI system and replace with new Heads,cam,intake,carb,ignition,roller rockers...just a little off the top...Gotta catch up on some rust and leaks and then some fresh color...
 Next time I'm gonna save my Pennies for a ZZ572, Hmmmm, Maybe an 8-71 Weiand Blower with twin Dominators, Oh yeah and I really like those one piece window kits!::)
 Well I guess I rambled on long enough, Hope I didn't bore U to death...
 A few final thoughts...Keep America Beautiful, Buy more Chevy Trucks,Vote for Ron Paul 2008




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Post by: Bitzer! on September 10, 2007, 03:33:04 PM
Evening all! :) :)    Very new to this as I've just bought my first truck and to makes things worse I'm the wrong side of the big pond in England-UK!!  If I ask silly questions please dont take the wee or be offended, I'm just learning!

Me- a young 36, divorced, no kids but looking to start soon with my new partner  ;)

I enjoy most motorsport and recently retired from the UK full contact banger racing scene and needed to get my teeth into a new challenge hence the truck.

from all accounts its a GMC king cab lwb pick-up. 7.4 at the moment but looking to build something with a blower and put it on the semi-drag strip aiming for a 15second 1/4 mile. Not sure exactly what model I have as it got re-registered over here on a "Q" plate which means they're unsure of build date!
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Post by: Fordeatinz71 on November 10, 2007, 08:22:52 PM
Hey all, i'm Josh from Mobile, Alabama.  i'm currently living in Hooks, Texas (right outside of Texarkana), i'm 24 years old and married with 4 kids (one is mine, doesn't live with me, 3 are my step children...i haven't been THAT busy, lol).  i just got out of the Army after 7 years and one overseas deployment (to Iraq) and i'm glad to be moving on with my life.  my hobbies are off-roading, working on pretty much any car out there and just hanging out with friends (man, i do lead a lame life, huh?)

my truck is a 1983 GMC K1500 Sierra shortbed.  she only has 77k original miles (i am the 3rd owner) and was an engineering oversight.  the reason i say that is her drivetrain...a 305, 700R4 and 2.73 gears!  i'm gonna guess the same "engineer" that thought the side-saddle fuel tanks was a good idea approved that combo too, lol.  but nonetheless, i love her and plan on fixing her faults and modifying her to suit my tastes/needs (but she WON'T be hacked up)

this is my 11th C/K and i love 'em to death.  in the past i've had the following...

-1979 Chevy C10 SWB Custom Deluxe (305, Th350, 2.76 gears...stop sign for a floorboard...fun truck!)
-1979 Chevy K30 LWB SRW Silverado (468, SM465, NP205, 4.10 gears...11" lift, 44" tires, locked front and rear...mint condition, FULLY loaded)
-1976 Chevy C10 SWB Silverado (350, Th350, 3.08 gears...some mods...ate 5.0's for breakfast)
-1975 Chevy K10 LWB Custom Deluxe (350, Th350, NP203, 3.08 gears...rough lookin but fun)
-1979 Chevy C10 LWB Custom Deluxe (327 from 63 Vette with Camel Hump heads, 3-on-the-tree, no power steering/power brakes, REALLY FUN)
-1974 Chevy C10 SWB Cheyenne Super (350, Th350, 3.73 gears...pretty truck...too bad it was broke more than it ran)
-1978 Chevy K20 SWB Custom Deluxe (originally a K10, 454, SM465, NP205, 14b rear, D44 front...11" lift, 38" tires)
-1987 Chevy K10 LWB (262, 700R4, no gears...parts truck, lol)
-1986 Chevy K5 Blazer (wanted one so bad, bought this one in shambles...never got it together)
-1976 GMC K25 SSWB (super short wheelbase, it was on a Blazer frame, was just a cab and flatbed...D44 F, 14b R, 350, Th350, NP205...)



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Post by: jonkmbll89 on December 02, 2007, 08:19:53 PM
Hi, my name is Jon from Houston. I am 28, married with a 5 year old son and 2 year old daughter.I am a machinist in the oil field industry for the past 9 years. I love watching action movies the best but will watch pertty much anything. I have a 85 short bed with a 350. It has been lowered and a new silver paint job. The interior has been all redone in black and silver. I also have a 81 El Camino that I will restore when the kids get a little older.
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Post by: HAULIN IT on January 13, 2008, 10:32:45 PM
HELLO! Newest new guy here. My name is Lorne, I'm 39 & I've been playing with GM trucks nearly all of my life it seems. I live in Beaver Falls PA. I have been married for 20 years, my wife is into vehicles also, so that helps! I'm a co-owner of an autobody shop, so I'll help out best I can with related questions. I have 3 (& MANY parts/truck hulks) 73-87's at this time, a ratty '78 4wd shortbed,a '78 4wd longbed (resto-mod project)455 Olds,th350/gear drive case,3.40 gears & my wife's '86 2wd shortbed 455 Olds,700r4 trans 12 bolt 3.40 rear. Looks to be a great site for info, Thanks to all, Talk to you later, Lorne
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Post by: muddnutz on January 16, 2008, 09:26:49 PM
 I'm Brian 38 years old from Canton Georgia .I have 3 children ages 12-9-4. I have a '86 k-10 blue that I got from my dad who baught it new in 10-85. 203,000 on body 60 on motor/trans. It needs a paintjob it looks like my dad took it to earl scheib some years ago. But the body is straight as an arrow and rust free.no dents or digs anywhere. I also have a 97 tahoe 4x4  fully loaded with 150,000 miles. 8)
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Post by: PrchJrkr on February 01, 2008, 10:14:38 AM
I'm Brad from Southern MD. Married 21 yrs, daughter 18, son 9. My driver is a 1987 LWB 350/700R4 Silverado I got from the original owner. It's got 270K on the original engine, and on it's 3rd trans due to the OO trailering horses.

My project is a 1976 K-10 SWB 350/TH-350. Original engine was a 400. I believe the OO still has it stored somewhere, but I haven't checked it out. I remember when he bought it new. That's when my interest switched to the square body trucks. I've acquired a 350 4-bolt. I tend to like the 350s because parts are easier to find, not to mention cheaper. Original fleetside bed was rusted away, as the 2nd owner was a commercial fisherman and hauled live crabs in it. I located a SWB stepside bed from the same period to replace it. I've finally gathered all the sheet metal to start the restore. Most of the patch panels came from 73-87chevytrucks.com when they were just starting out. Yes, I've been collecting parts THAT long.
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Post by: zieg85 on February 01, 2008, 06:53:21 PM
Joined back in July... 45 years young, married going on 21 years, 2 boys 14 and 17.  Live in NW Indiana and love Chevy/GMC trucks.  I have had a bunch of these 73-87's over the years as well as a 64, 65, 69 and two 72's.  Just sold some of my projects so I can concentrate on one when the weather breaks.  I picked up a 1986 C-10 Custom Deluxe with no options at all.  Nice straight Tennessee truck with very little rust and 70K original on the clock.  My weekend driver is my 85 C-20 Scottsdale in my avatar.  I started as a mechanic and switched to the paint field.  Best forum ever!!!
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Post by: JRConnieK10 on February 01, 2008, 07:14:53 PM
Hi my name is J.R. 41 years old from Wilmington,Oh. Married to an awsome wife and business partener We are in the bailbond business and do fugetive recovery together. 5 children, 4 boys 22,15,11,& 10 and a daughter 18 my grandaughter is 3 1/2. I have a few projects  my 85 k10 I've had for 22 years and the 83 k10 we're building for my 15 year old also an 86 k5 that is a project for my 22 year old but he don't get much time to work on it. I love the site alot of great info and alot of helpful people willing to share thoughts and ideas I always look forward to see whats new and whos working on what. Keep up the great work.
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Post by: choptop on February 01, 2008, 09:32:43 PM
Hello all, my name is Kelly. I am 34 and my wife and i have been married for 14 years and she is aChevy pickup nut. She is one of a kind and I have a 3 year old daughter who claimed my 76 Choptop Chevy as her own the day I got it. I have been under the hoods of cars of all type since I was 11, and have been taught by many old time racers, and still learn more everyday. I am self employed ,and I built and repair electronic control systems for industrial engine. Square bodies rule, but I have 22 vehicles total ranging from 1939 to 2004. Its an addiction I can't shake. My weekend cruiser is an 86 GMC Extended Cab

1976 Chevy SWB ( Prostreet Project)
1976 Chevy SNB  ( 4 inch Chop & dropped)
1977 Chevy C20 Silverado
1979 Chevy C10 LWB
1981 Chevy C20 ( Wifes truck. 540 hp 468cid, just need to finish body and paint)
1986 Extended Cab C10
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Post by: Mr. Lee K30 on February 04, 2008, 12:45:40 AM
My name is Lee and I'm from Oregon (near Portland).  I'm 23 and working full-time as a machinist for my day job.  Recently I bought a 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab 3+3 and its my first Chevy truck.  Can't wait to really get goin on it as it was a family-owned and bought (original paperwork in the glove box) thats mostly stock and has a HUGE amount of potential  ;D
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Post by: bmaier on April 05, 2008, 03:21:46 PM
Hey everyone, my name is Brandon, 20 years old, and i'm from Grand Forks, North Dakota. I have an amazing and very supportive girfriend, no children, no pets. I own a '79 K10 Bonanza, SWB, 350/350 combo with a NP203, 4" lift with 32's I drive on everyday and 35's I use for mudding and whatnot. This is my first chevy pickup I have ever owned, it used to be my dads until i bought it from him almost 2 years ago now. I've grown up in a family of Chevy/GMC supporters. I used to drive an '87 S-10 blazer, then a '94 talon and now my '79 K10. We also have an old C50 on our farm that I have to drive every weekend which is fun. I love this site, there is a lot of useful information that I have found and I'm still looking and people have been very helpful in the questions I have had about my own pickup. Well, if anyone is every in my area let me know, there aren't too many of us around here to hang out with that have Chevy's. My MSN is bmaier21@hotmail.com.
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Post by: hotrod24 on April 05, 2008, 04:05:55 PM
My name is Dusty,  I have been married for almost 1 year, no kids yet. I have 3 dogs and 2 cats, and only 1 of them lives outside.I live in North Carolina up in the boonies.I own a 78 chevy pickup, that I am going to restore from the ground up.I love Chevy's, my wife isnt as much as a fan, as I am, but....  she is supportive.I also have a black 78 grand prix that I am going to start restoring after I am finished with the pickup.

my yim hotrod22dls@yahoo.com
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Post by: dueprocess on April 06, 2008, 04:34:37 PM
Hey guy and gals!!!!!!! Well i am a member of Fullsizechevy.com as many of you are too, same user name here as on that forum also!
  Well i am 29yrs old and married with 2 kids and we live in Blue Water Bay/niceville,FL. But we are both from TEXAS and will be moving back(Dallas/Ft Worth area) in about 4yrs for good!!!  My wife is Shannon/Son 4yrs: Braden/ Daughter 13yrs: Raine.
We are both active duty Air Force, she has 16yrs in and i have 10 1/2yrs.
  My garage consists of 1999Yukon/1983 C10 1/2ton Custom Classic w~6.2L Diesel V8/ 2007 CBR1000RR(black)/2008 Jetta(wifes)......
  My hobbies consist of Trucks,motorcycles,nitro RC's and few electrics for the son, car shows, anything that meets new people and makes lots of friends!!!
  I don't claim to know too too much in the truck world but can generally get by. I am always open to suggestions and can take constructive criticism!!! My family is pretty big and joking around and being a smarty pants is also welcome!!!!!!!! Hope to meet some of you guys and become a learner and helper in this forum!!!!!!!!
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Post by: gerardo0367 on April 06, 2008, 07:48:48 PM
Hi My name is Gerardo I'm 40 father of 5 and grandfather of 2 so far. Yes grandfather i live in Dayton NV about 30 miles south of Reno NV. I have a 79 Chevy K 5 blazer that i got for a steal.  Runs great, a little rusty.  Spent it's life in the Sierra for many winters.  Already installed a 700r4 from a 86.   I'll post some pics later of that project.  I also just picked up a 79 GMC shortbed stepside less motor.  My plan is to get rid of the stepside and replaced it with a fleetside.  I'll post some of that project soon also.  And if 2 projects weren't 1 too many, i also have a 64 GMC truck shortbed that I'm also working on.  Well that's all for now looking forward to chat with or exchange ideas with you all thanks.  Gerardo
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Post by: aedcustoms on April 29, 2008, 07:11:52 PM
How's it going? I have been bitten by the bug and just purchased an '81 SWB and hope to fix it up with the help of this forum. I am an Engineer that travels a lot but will be changing jobs later this year to dedicate some time to my toys. ;D
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Post by: Just-speed on May 02, 2008, 07:49:20 PM
Ok well like the first post I have too moved from the S-10 world to the full size life. I'm 29 and have been wrenching for as long as I can remember. my last money pit was an 87 ext cab S-10 that I converted about 6 years ago to a 420hp small block with a list it of mods that would take me allnight to list. After doing a burnout in second gear about three months ago with 8000lbs on a trailer behind me and destroying my entire drivetrain including riping the floor wide open with flying metal I retired the truck to thejunk yard and went on the look for an 73-87 full size. I found one about 3 weeks ago. A sweet 84 silverado that was 100% stock. (was) This thing had everything inlcluding factory A/C that worked. The body is awesome. Power windows and locks work. 4x4 works. came stock with quad shocks etc. Very nice truck.  I have since replaced stock 305 with  healthy 350 I built and replaced stock 700r4 witn one my good friend friend built for me which includes racing servo, extra clutch packs, manual valve body and 3500 stall 10inch converter. I have changed thegears to 4.56 and replaced the rubber with 35 12.50's. Lifted it 2 inches and will keep plugging along til I have it where I want it. I love the truck. Already mounted new Hot Rod Air A/C compresser and now working on finding new shocks and getting brakes to work correct.  I look forward to learning from you guys.   

I will post often and thanks for having me.
Just-speed
(mike)
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Post by: craazy22 on May 27, 2008, 10:37:03 PM
hello guys,  my name is Martin.  I live in houston, tx.  I am married, 25 years old, and have a 6 year old son,  1 year old dauther.  I love Chevy trucks.  I own 4 trucks. 02 chevy silverado, 85 k5 blazer 4x4, 83 silverado long bed, 81 silverado stepside.  they are all street legal and in perfect running condition.  I like going fishing and off-roading.  I also enjoy racing with my stepside.  my family is pretty patient with me and supporting.  I hope I can meet some people from Texas.
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Post by: rhrobert on August 24, 2008, 07:53:49 PM
Hey y'all, I'm Bob. 43, married, 2  kids (17 and 7) and I live in beautiful northern Wisconsin.
Have several projects...restoring a 47 Plymouth Deluxe, 1981 Honda CB900C, and my newest addition, a 1981 GMC 2500 High Sierra Camper Special. Runs better than my newer cars, power everything, cruise, trailer brakes...I'm lovin' it.
Great forums, lots of great info here
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Post by: Bowtie4004x4 on August 27, 2008, 07:54:54 PM
 Hello from Missouri, I kinda skipped over this and went right for picture posting and giving my opinions ::)

 My name is Jim, I have my outstandingly understanding wife and three kids, and a Roxie (mut, but she's smart as a whip)
 I tend to go from all out to nothing when it comes to working on vehicles, my wife says I'm obsessed at the moment with my trucks. In a couple months that will probably change..hehe
 I worked with a feller for several years and he took in everything from weedeaters to Bulldozers. I've personally re-built many tractor engines, and automotive type engines. I have a block when it comes to performance re-builds tho as I have done zero. I'm 42 years old and been working off and on for the Auto Industry in some form or another since I was 16.
  My latest projects are a '78 chevy 3/4 fleetside frame off rebuild, I hope to dive into some form of performance upgrade for the 406. Still able to run on pump gas but barely :) I also have a '80 chevy 3/4 fleetside that is basically junk, the frame has been repaired (rust) and it's in sad shape, but good for stump jumping  ;D
  Just bought a 2008 Brute Force 650 4x4 kawasaki 4 wheeler, I think I'm too old for it, or maybe too young.. we will see, it's name says the story it is a horse.
 So far I have really enjoyed the forum and the info therein. Look foreward to being here and meeting you all.
 
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Post by: gztoyz on September 18, 2008, 12:47:36 PM
hello. my name is roger. im married i have 3 kids 2 boys and 1 girl. i have a 77 short box with a 500hp 350 th400 and 10 bolt w/373 gears. its alot of fun and i hope to start working on the rest soon. im in the army and live in fayetteville nc. my wife has a few toys also (2000 firehawk 1of 13, 99 yukon) i also have another project car (80 camaro). we are both board members of all american muscle car club. we like to drag race alot and go to car shows.im really glad to finally get my pickup and work on it. ill have pics as soon as my wife helps me out with the computer lol. hope to see some of yall around.
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Post by: bigkountry on October 15, 2008, 01:06:30 PM
Been on here for a while and just came across this so I thought I would share.

My name is Dirk, I am 30 years old and I reside in Kentucky. I have a very understanding wife and a 4 year old son with another boy on the way. Family comes first with me and it seems that my truck will never be done but there are other priorities in my life greater than my truck.

I am a floor supervisor and have been with the same company for going on 10 years. I also work part time at my in-laws chicken farm to help out during the busy season and maintenence.

I have an 81 K10 Scottsdale SWB (aka Big Ugly) that I have had since I was around 17-18. Lifted 4" with 35X12.50's, TH350 and a built 400 with all the goodies.

I have many plans in store for her and I know that one day I can sit back and see what I have built.

I'm glad to be a part of this community, good folks here!
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Post by: tusk on November 07, 2008, 08:45:41 AM
just joined a few days ago,since i bought a 77 shortbed
 
name is Keith,I'm 36 yo,i live in Wilmington NC,i try not to work, but i do have a job,just to get paid

my hobbies are mustangs ,guns and 4x4's(jeeps),i go to the beach arbor 4 out of 7 days during the summer,we can drive on our beach here

i do fab work for the company i work for so i can do a little something with a welder,i was in the auto repair business for 18 years,so i know my way around a car
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Post by: ssblu502 on November 25, 2008, 06:54:32 PM
Hello everyone,
     My name is Tony I am in the US Army and live in Colorado Springs, CO. I am 28, married w/4 kids. I love 73-87 Chevy's. I currently own a 1984 SWB/350 and a 1974 SWB/427, Despite all the kids-Ha Ha JK. I will post some pics soon. By the way I have used this site for alot of help before becoming a member. Thanks.
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Post by: 87GMC2WD on November 25, 2008, 07:40:34 PM
hey guys,
My name is Kyle, i am 18 and been a member since i was 16, i live in plymouth mass. i work at a garage in town and love workin on cars(mostly my own though). i like to ride dirt bikes, play drums, work on cars, snowboard, and hanging around with freinds. I have a 87 LWB r1500 which has sentimental value from my grandfather and i used to have an 84 K20. i just started the tear down of my 87 after driving it for two years and doin little stuff. now  its time for the real fun work. trying to decide which direction i want to go in with a motor and body, but its too early  on to reall start worring about that.
well theres a quick little summary of me,
hope i can be a help to someone on here
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Post by: 98RACING on November 27, 2008, 06:50:44 PM
HELLO, Just found the site , My name is Brad. I,m a ASE tech at a GM dealership .And I have a 1973 GMC truck , I,m going to buy up the body parts this winter and start work in the spring. I,m a FORD man at heart but  my grandpaw give me this truck and I,m going to fix it up.
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Post by: Leevon on November 29, 2008, 01:42:06 AM
My name is Leevon, yes you heard me right, like the song but with two E's. If you find out why my parents named me that well then please let me know :D.  I am 28 years old, married with a 3 year old son named Tanner and I live in Arkansas, grew up in Missouri, Kansas, and lived in Miami, Fl for 5 years.  For a living I am a project manager for a large general contractor and I work too much.  When I'm not at church, work or being a husband and father I am in the garage or on web forums like this.  I am a certified truck nut and nobody that is in my circle really understands  :-\ but of course that's where you guys come in.  One good thing about having this addiction is that friends and coworkers think I have some magical power over automobiles.  I have a 2008 Silverado, 2002 Tahoe, 1987 Silverado, and 1971 Cheyenne and I like them low and short.   I enjoy working on them when I want to, not when I have to.   
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Post by: vinman1029 on December 05, 2008, 03:29:37 PM
Hi, I'm Vince.I live outside Akron,OH.I'm 43 single and live with my cat RUG.I just sold my f-150 and am done with fords.I've had about two dozen 74-87 chev and gmc trucks(and a couple burbs) since I was 15.I have put together about 12 frome the frame up.All were 4-wheel drive and longbeds.I currently am looking for a new project,but finding these is getting harder and harder.Have had a bad taste in my mouth since gm came out with the 1988 models.Sure wish I would have kept my 87.Will be on frequently from now on hoping to give help and get it,Thanks.
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Post by: infamouschevy on December 29, 2008, 09:33:41 PM
hello to all the Chevy fans couldn't ever see myself buying or driving a ford my name is Gustavo but Gus will work  i own a 85 c 10 recently added flow masters and sum 26" wheels all original except for those two things need a dashboard though so sum help would be appreciated. im form fort worth TX, also have a 2007 chevy tahoe work in the oilfield. hope to get in touch with everyone
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Post by: 82TARDIS on January 21, 2009, 12:11:55 AM
Hello All...My name's Jerod...

I drive an '82 C10 Scottsdale LWB that I bought for $100 from the daughter of a deceased beekeeper (really).  It had 77k miles when I bought it, still had the window sticker in the glove box.  He documented every single oil change and bit of maintenance since it was new.  Really a great find.  Replaced a few vacuum lines and the battery when I bought it, and now the little 250 straight six runs like a top.  I'm up to 89k now, with no issues at all.

I've lifted it 2 inches front and rear with HD 3/4 ton coils up front and blocks in the back, just because it was SO long and low.  Now it sits more like a 3/4 ton, which suits me.  When I bought it, it had 205s on the stock rallys  :D, and I've since replaced them with 235x75x15s.  After the lift, it really needs 31s.

I'm planning on replacing the rear "farm" bumper with a chrome sport bumper and cleaning up the interior (replacing the dashpad, seat cover, etc) and then it will be done, I think.

Really just came here looking for answers to certain little questions I had, and got tired of lurking...
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Post by: Slade on January 28, 2009, 07:47:06 PM
Hello all, my name is Jerry and I live in McAlester Oklahoma. I am 39 and have been married almost 20 years. My daily driver is a 74 LWB C10 that was purchased new by my Grandfather and handed down through my Father to me. I have owned many 73-87 Chevy and GMC trucks, Blazers, Jimmys, and Suburbans over the years and am currently thinking of adding a 85 Chevy LWB to my collection. I work in the retail parts trade and have been an ASE certified parts pro for more than 10 years. I look forward to sharing lots of great info with you all.
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Post by: oldyeller on January 29, 2009, 10:13:30 PM
Hi y'all.  My name is Amy.  Kelly and I have been married for almost 13 years.  We have a 4, almost 5-year-old daughter named Michaela.  We have 3 dogs, Chica, Samantha and Bandit, as well as 2 cats, Tiny and Big Block.  Had a wolf named Trapper, but had to put him down after 12 good years.  We live in Gardendale Texas and probably always will.

We have lots of vehicles, 22 or 23 at last count.  My truck is an 81 chevy 3/4 ton that I claimed when we got married.  Also have a 76 chevy 1/2 ton stepside that my daughter has claimed.  Have another 76 chevy 1/2 ton that is a short bed.  Our most recent purchases are the 85 chevy extended cab, 86 GMC extended cab and 86 Chevy extended crew cab dually.  I guess you can say we have went crazy with the extended cabs, but when you find them and can get such a good deal on them, why not.  We are hoping to have the extended cabs ready to take to one of the local car shows in May.  Our other daily drivers are 2001 Chevy extended cab, 2000 pontiac ws6 firebird, 2004 chevy suburban, 2001 chevy crewcab dually and 2008 chevy extended cab.  Out of all the vehicles that we have, we pay insurance and registration on 11 of them.  There is no chance of us not having anything to drive. ;D

Enjoy car shows, camping and concerts.  We support a lot of the local Christian rock bands.  Kelly is the youth director at our church, so we spend a lot of time with the youth.  We spend more time with them then we do our own family.  Really enjoy these great trucks.  This site is awesome.  Thanks to some of you guys, now I want to do a frame off restoration on one of our trucks. 
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Post by: hilton850 on February 02, 2009, 06:42:05 PM
Hello all, just found this site a week ago and everyone seems so friendly and knowledgable I had to join.

My name is Jesse, I'm 28 and married with a wicked cool 8 month old son, two dogs that think they're people and a turtle.  I'm a full time plant operator at a power plant and a part time farmer on the family farm (I'm 4th generation).  I wound up with a truck that my grandfather bought brand new for the farm...a 1984 GMC sierra 2500 4x4.  The only options he got were 4-wheel drive and the 350 M code engine, it's a 4 speed and had an AM radio when I got it.  He added a 9' snow plow later which I also have.  I drove it for a number of years through high school and college before I had to have something better on fuel, then I used it for plowing snow and some local truck pulling competitions and showed the newer trucks a thing or two (I want to put "Hemi eater" on the back window).  Sad to say now it's not running and needs a ton of body work and a little mechanical work to be road worthy again, but I'll be tackling that as time and money allow.  There is so much good tech on here I feel like I can tackle the project and it doesn't seem so overwhelming.  You guys have given my "want to" back....now I really WANT TO get the old girl going again. 
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Post by: Dust on February 06, 2009, 06:51:18 PM
My name is Dustin. I have 3 Daughters. Married. I'm 33 yrs old. I live in Martinez, Ca. I got out of racing and into hot rods. I currently own a 2001 chevy tahoe on 22's, A 2001 chevy silverado flamed out. And a 77 chevy Blazer project and have owned many other hot rods. I love going to car & Truck shows with my family. I started my girls working on cars when they were old enough to walk. So hopefully when it's time we will have a few more truck projects around the time they start driving. This is a great forum Keep up the good work. :
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Post by: Maintenanceman on February 09, 2009, 09:19:42 AM
Ok guys Im new around here and I was just wondering how old everyone was and what you do for a living? Ill start:

Age: 20
Occupation: Maintenance Technician





Ben
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Post by: Tony_SS on February 09, 2009, 09:26:35 AM
Soon to be 35. I own a company doing custom t-shirt designs and other graphic design.
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Post by: Maintenanceman on February 09, 2009, 09:27:15 AM
Sweet keep em comin guys!
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Post by: frogman68 on February 09, 2009, 09:44:12 AM
Age :Ancient :) nah the big 40 (and feel every bit of it)

Job Pc Support tech which really doesnt cover it, I am the jack of all trades in the office if its broke its brought to me :) it is not unusual to fix the coffee pot or toaster but have fixed eye glasses in the past :)
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Post by: levisjohnson on February 09, 2009, 09:52:09 AM
28
Loan Officer
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Post by: mp76k10 on February 09, 2009, 09:53:28 AM
39, casualty insurance claim manager
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Post by: Maintenanceman on February 09, 2009, 10:06:55 AM
Age :Ancient :) nah the big 40 (and feel every bit of it)

Job Pc Support tech which really doesnt cover it, I am the jack of all trades in the office if its broke its brought to me :) it is not unusual to fix the coffee pot or toaster but have fixed eye glasses in the past :)

I work maintenance in a factory and Ive been know to fix eyeglasses before as well
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Post by: oldyeller on February 09, 2009, 10:36:13 AM
31.  I do the book keeping for our business.  Also own a website that sales AMSoil. 
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Post by: dumbucket1 on February 09, 2009, 10:40:49 AM
I think this may have been done before but I'm 29 and I'm a local truck driver. Dumpbuckets at that
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Post by: murraygmc on February 09, 2009, 10:56:45 AM
28 working for the man
explosive handler
 im keeping the war fighter in business
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Post by: ccz145a on February 09, 2009, 11:19:21 AM
I am 46. I am a software engineer working for a very large engineering/construction/procurement contractor.
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Post by: FresnoK5er on February 09, 2009, 11:20:39 AM
I'm 37 and manage a warehouse.....part time gigolo also. :o ;D
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Post by: Jay2D2 on February 09, 2009, 11:21:19 AM
Soon to be 26 and Auto Parts Specialist.. at least thats what my card says
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Post by: Lt.Del on February 09, 2009, 11:36:30 AM
40 yrs old and been a deputy at the local sheriff's office since i was 23, sgt since i was 28.  Eagerly awaiting retirement age  ;D so i can play with my many websites all the time, as well as play with my trucks. www.delbridge.net
 
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Post by: 80stepsideguy on February 09, 2009, 11:37:49 AM
35   Night shift military parts/aircraft painter .

thanks
pat
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Post by: cubicdollars on February 09, 2009, 12:05:01 PM
36 years old, I am the night shift manager over production at Cessna Aircraft. We build the Citation Mustang



Thanks
Dan
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Post by: KoolerSL2 on February 09, 2009, 12:36:24 PM
26 a Asst. Manager of a Food Giant Store.
Also Owner and only employee of West TN Wrench Workz.
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Post by: ratdawger on February 09, 2009, 01:07:03 PM
I'm 45, and I work as a night shift maintenance technician in a food  processing plant.
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Post by: Maintenanceman on February 09, 2009, 01:31:02 PM
^^^I know the feeling brother. I work 2nd shift too
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Post by: bfofish on February 09, 2009, 02:09:14 PM
I am 37 yrs.old and I am a truck driver for an independant plumbing&heating wholesale house goin' on 10 yrs. now.
I was an OTR driver for a # of years,been to 45 out of 48 states and Canada.



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I am the night shift manager over production at Cessna Aircraft. We build the Citation Mustang

Hey cibicdollars,how long have you been there? You might have meet my older brother,he worked for Cessna in California and I know he went to KC a time or two.His name is Jim Fisher,he left Cessna quite a few years ago and went to Gulfstream.

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Post by: Bitzer! on February 09, 2009, 02:18:16 PM

Hi

I'm 38 and in the UK

I work for Sims / Metalmanagement as a transport manager / fleet compliance

Many hours and many miles travelled
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Post by: Captkaos on February 09, 2009, 02:38:21 PM
There is a whole post on everyone on here: (everyone that has posted..)
http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/smforum/index.php?topic=5221.0
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Post by: Maintenanceman on February 09, 2009, 02:40:57 PM
My bad....missed that one....
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Post by: choptop on February 09, 2009, 08:34:35 PM
35, Industrial Engine electronics and power generation tech. Self employed and loving it. Youth Director as second job ( not a really a job, I enjoy it)
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Post by: ssgoodman on February 09, 2009, 09:24:02 PM
28. Fulltime Corporate travel agent/Fulltime Student (history, prelaw minor) and part time father.
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Post by: Unofficial on February 09, 2009, 09:49:17 PM
Hey, I'm Aaron and I'm 17 years old. I was a paper boy for 5 years, and now I make my money by serving tables at a local restaurant that recently expanded.I spend A LOT of that money on my truck  ;D I have a 1987 R10 with a bored over 350 TBI that I'm constantly working on. I love this site; it has a lot of useful information and experienced people that can help out. I do good in school, and I guess I'm considered a "good kid." I plan to be a wind energy technician in the future, so maybe I should stop dumping money into my truck and start saving for college. :D
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Post by: Unofficial on February 09, 2009, 09:50:23 PM
I posted in the bigger thread like this, but I'm 17 and I wait on tables at a local restaurant.
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Post by: 69byrd on February 09, 2009, 09:55:31 PM
30
Full time student after being laid off from my job of 10 years.
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Post by: 808SS on February 09, 2009, 10:02:14 PM
31, GOVT contractor Maintenance Technician jake of all trades master in none
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Post by: campcrf on February 09, 2009, 10:13:35 PM
I am 32 in a week.... I am a performance/hotrod partsman aswell jay2d2....   
  And oldyeller: I use amsoil in everything I own except for my c10... (still too new of an engine)
    Anyone wants parts in the west let me know.... and in the east let jay2d2...lol
        And also.... the decal/ print guy.... I could have some work for you... sorry i cant remember who posted that....   
                              Cheers everyone
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Post by: Blazin on February 09, 2009, 10:52:10 PM
Will be 39 in April, I am a body man by trade, and self employed. I also am a self employed handy man, framing, finish carpentry, minor electrician work, ceramic tile, etc. I also work a few days a week for a buddy turning wrenches on anything from Toyota's to Peterbilt's. In the winter months I plow 35 to 40 driveways per storm for my self.
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Post by: zieg85 on February 09, 2009, 11:25:24 PM
46 Technical Service Representive for a Coatings company 24 years
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Post by: Irish_Alley on February 10, 2009, 12:01:38 AM
going to be 25 in may, correctional officer on the 2400x0800 for a couple years now. before that i worked at a nursery for plants as a maintenance man, junk yard dog, autozone and a trapper
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Post by: smitty77 on February 10, 2009, 07:34:40 AM
I'm 31 and a civil engineer.  I work for a road maintenance and construction company as a quality assurance engineer testing everything we produce.  There's only 2 of us to cover 5 asphalt plants, a quarry, and field operations in 3 states (MA, CT, & RI), so we have plenty to do.  When things get busy, I've even been pressed into service running asphalt plants, bucket loaders, and portable mixing trailers.  We serve all of New England, so the scenery is always changing.  This will be my 8th year with the company, and I must say they treat us pretty well.  I also have the best boss in the world, which makes life a whole lot easier.
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Post by: GP3624 on February 10, 2009, 08:11:10 AM
43, Transport Deputy / Detention Deputy here in sunny Florida.
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Post by: JRConnieK10 on February 10, 2009, 08:27:36 AM
I'm 42, my wife and I run a bailbond business covering about 17 counties in Ohio. And anywhere else we need to go. Full time father of 5. and Pappy to 1.
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Post by: 73c10Shorty on February 10, 2009, 09:32:31 AM
I'm 29 years old and I am an IT Security Engineer. I've been working in IT since right out of high school... unfortunately that's all I know other than music. My love of music is actually what got me started in computers. Once I found out that I could plug my guitar into my computer, record 8 digital audio tracks (back then that was a lot), mix them down to 1, and burn my own CD right from my bedroom I was hooked. In terms of mechanics... I have a lot to learn. But so far I'm enjoying every minute of the journey.
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Post by: The dream on February 13, 2009, 10:30:43 AM
Hello People, I'm Ozsckah 29 years my truck is a 1978 Chevy C20 3/4 ton 4x4 long bed its my first project and i will appreciate any helpfull info cause I'm a mechanic newbie. looking forward to meeting a nice helpfull community.
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Post by: heyharris1 on March 23, 2009, 10:03:48 PM
hello, my name is jim im 39 yrs old, married with 2 kids. have a 2006 mustang, 1993 chevy van, and now a 1986 c30 truck. live in vancouver washington and work at warn ind. new to the truck world and great to meet you all
jim
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Post by: 82rock on March 27, 2009, 02:50:48 PM
howdy yall, i am 28 years old, married with 3 great kids. been in the navy for 8 years ( diesel tech )my truck has been a project for the last 3 years now, i dont think it will ever get done. i also have a 01 cummins 
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Post by: joedapper on April 09, 2009, 09:38:48 AM
Greetings,

29, IT/Web support from northern Illinois, now living in central Illinois. Ive got a beautiful wife and a demon 1.5 year old son.  Our current vehicles are her 04 Subaru forester and my 80 Datsun Z, which is impractical now.  I'll be picking up my 85 Chevy 3/4 ton Sunday(4/12), pics will be up that same day.  Plans are to run her as is till the engine or tranny cant keep up then sell the dana 60s out from under it and get a different toy.
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Post by: CoggedBelt75 on April 17, 2009, 10:18:54 AM
Hi all. A more formal introduction. My name is Joe, 54, work for a local irrigation district and married to the greatest gal for 31 years. A son, daughter, 4 granddaughters, 1 grandson, and a '75 C10 with the Pro Street treatment. Happened upon her 8 years ago with a 377 and 100 shot of nitrous and everything almost as she sits now.  With a few personal touches, was content doing the car show scene and driving to cruise-ins, but mainly just my daily driver. Then, years of wisdom kicked in and thought to myself "why pay 15-30 dollars for some one to look at my ride for a stinkin' trophy or plaque!!" Can go to Walmart or Braums and attract more people for nothing. ;D Been wanting a blower since I was 18, so the since everything in life has fell into place, the wife and I had a cussin' and discussion session. I like to think I won since I sarted building a 383 with all the best of the best components in the short block.  Knowing this wouldn't be for the strip and horsepower would not be an issue, went with a roots blower instead of a twin screw or centrifugal. I mentioned my wife is the greatest gal earlier, here is why. While talking going the blown route, I had every catalog know to the subject and came across a setup with an enderle bugcatcher on top of a blower. Seeing as this cost 2x what the blower cost, you can imagine what kind of words looks I had to endure. Of course I didn't go down without a fight. In other words, I whined louder than any blower. Well, the blower came in and i told her we need to order the carbs next. She said " can you wait a month?" I was fixin' to have a temper tantrum a 2 year old would be proud of. Then she said "For the fuel injection!!" Since I didn't build the truck, I did build the engine and if someone asks who built it, I can say "Tina did!!!!"  Now, if I can only figure out how to get a Gear Vendor 8)
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Post by: JohnnyMac333 on May 06, 2009, 04:50:02 PM
Hi there. I've wandered into this site many times googling images and today I finally decided to join. Some mighty nice lookin trucks in here! I'm John, 23 in Houston TX, here with my beautiful wife and our wonderful 8 month son Jacob. Growing up I always liked the squarebodies but I was never much of a gearhead or a mechanic or much inclinated towards vehicles of any kind until I started working as a machinist and now I can't get enough of it. I guess once you start spending hours working on parts it's only natural to wanna see what all your sweat was put towards! Right now all my sweat is being poured into my 1980 Custom Deluxe. I bought it back in December for $1,500 and am still waiting on the title to get back from the courthouse. Anyone had any experience with a bonded title? It aint a lot of fun.

Anyway, bonded title and all I still think I got a pretty good deal.  It's got some starting issues that I'm still playing with and nothin on the dash works except the left turn signal, but when she runs she runs good and there is very little rust to speak of, even if it's got the most pitiful paint on it I've ever seen. The motor is a 5.7L 350 that was pulled out of a later something cuz it's got centerbolt valve covers. Not sure if the trans came with the truck or the motor but it's a 3 speed auto. Edelbrock carb and I just put an Elite series air cleaner on it last weekend that I can't help but drool over. Even my wife admitted that it was pretty!

Mostly so far it's been just basic maintenance; oil change, plugs, new battery/cables, transmission fluid/filter/pan gasket, one radiator hose (still need to do the lower), and then I had to get 4 new tires after one dry-rotted all the way through, and that wasn't cheap. My big accomplishment right now is that I got the windshield wipers to work again on Monday! Someone forgot to ground a wire... I think performance parts are just gonna wait until I pull the motor completely for the rebuild. I'm pretty sure that if I took the valve covers off to replace them with chrome I'd wanna adjust the valves, and I'm sure that while adjusting the valves I'd decide they were dirty and wanna clean them, and if the valves are dirty what do the cyclinders look like... So right now I'm gonna be focusing on re-upholstering the interior which is pretty beat up by now.

Hope to have some pictures up soon! Nice to meet ya'll!
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Post by: scooter18155 on June 01, 2009, 07:27:30 PM
hello im new here havent posted much just doin alot of reading lately but im scott 32 years old from ilion ny. i am a cnc operator at remington arms. i have 3 pickups i plan on building into one. my final truck will be 3/4 ton 79 chevy 3 inch body lift 4 inch susp lift, 14 bolt rear end with dana 44 front with 4:56 gears, 454 motor, th400 tranny, i have new fenders new radiator support new fiberglass cowl ind hood.  my yahoo sn is scooter18155 and i use that @yahoo.com for email feel free to say hi just mention the forum so i know ya aint some bot or something thanx.
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Post by: cowboy63645 on June 07, 2009, 10:24:58 PM
I am 25 years old, and my name is Mark.  I have been a farmer all my life, but have also been a machinist, worked in sales, and I am married and am a father of 3.  Live in Fredericktown, MO have have lived here for about 5 years after meeting my wife at a rodeo I was riding at (I am a previous bull rider and steer wrestler, but will be a cowboy till the day I die)
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Post by: POWER DIVIDER on June 24, 2009, 08:54:44 PM
Just found this site and think its pretty awesome! My name is John and I live in a suburb of Denver, CO. I'm 38, never been married and don't have any kids. I've been a truckdriver for 15 years now with the last 3 of those as an instructor. Most of our clients are new hires in the oilfield industry and lately working with community colleges in and out of the state. It's not really a school but more like corporate training, that has slowed down a lot since there's not much drilling going on. The last 3 months I've been haulin freight but I think things are lookin up. I currently have a 77 Silverado and a 78 Scottsdale both are 4 wheel drive, but gotta get rid of the Silverado. I've always loved these trucks and doubt I'll ever own a newer truck. I also own a 04 Bonneville that I can't wait to get rid of so I can make room for a 70 Skylark or somethin like that. I've yet to get the 78 out on a trail but right now it needs a fuel pump :( I look forward to using the discussion boards, I think I could spend hours on here. A special thanks to those who make this site possible and all their hard work. You guys rock!
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Post by: truckjunky on June 29, 2009, 08:56:06 PM
 Hello everybody. My name is Rey and i live her in hot San Antonio, Texas. I'm 39 and have 8 kids and one grandson. I own an 86 1 ton dually 454 w/ 400 trans that i'm working on, it's my daily driver. ;D I'm self employed and do anything to make an honest dollar. 8)
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Post by: Reinovator on July 19, 2009, 11:57:06 PM
How do, New guy here I'd been looking for info ' web searching or stumbling as the case my be' and ran across this forum and it looked like a little more polite and informative with out the negative banter so I think, which some time hurts, I'll give you all a try.
 please bare with me as I'm a little slow with some things and my be redundant in my questions.

 Here's a little a bout me I've been in the automotive industry in one for or another since 1977, Mechanic. Partsman dealership, dodge & toyota.also retail, Auto-zone, Pep boys and Napa. I'm also an I-CAR certified Frame-man.
 I also have construction experience residential and commercial.
Yes I'm getting old but I still love my cars and trucks
 
I have owned over 50 cars 20 trucks an 15 motorcycles
most have been GM products my specialty was Olds after my first love a 1969 Hurst Olds 3 years( never let a teenager that drinks own a classic, sober now 20years) darn I miss that power.
I have three trucks now a 1977 GMC 1/2 ton 350 auto 2x4, a 1980 Chey one ton 4X4 dully w/ utility bed and a 1988 GMC 1/2 ton Suburban
I also own a a 1991 chev caprice classic for project parts, and a 1987 sububran project body.
a 1989 SHO the wifes family car and a 1977 Titan dodge class A money pit restoration great drive train p. poor wiring and redoing interior,on going may never be done but keeps from getting in trouble between jobs and low on money or wating for custom parts for my latest project!
 
A 1977 GMC Panel Wagon, Truck or what ever you want to call it. having to make most of the parts
I will post Pics when I figure out how.

 Looking forward to sharing as much  of my knowledge as I can and gaining more. ;D
   
 
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Post by: meslt592 on July 24, 2009, 03:56:26 PM
Hi, my name is Mike. I live in Wichita, KS. I'm married 17 yrs. (I like it that way) 3 kiddos 16,14,13.
Which is how I ended up here.
 We bought a 1973 Chevy C10 swb to be a project/ driver for the 16 yr. old. I found out by the VIN that this was originally a 454 truck with factory tach & gage pkg. Right now it has a SBC in it. I'll get the code to find out what motor it is.  I'm not sure if I want to go all original. Does a 16 yr. old really need a 454?
So, I work in the aircraft industry. Those of you that know Wichita find that as no big surprise. I help build the Boeing 737 fuselage that once finished, is shipped by rail car to Washington State. It's quite a sight to see.
I'm hoping to find out as much as I can about our little project '73. If you all have any info that might help me trace down everything about this truck it will be greatly appreciated.
                                    Mike
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Post by: 305chevy c-10 on August 01, 2009, 09:07:37 AM
hi chevy boys .......i'm james 34 yrs old  from Ga ....married ,2 kids and works for walmart distribution ..i have a 2004 dodge on 26's and my baby a 85 c-10 custom deluxe with a 305 2wd that i,m trying to restore ..outside i have polished bed rails,grab bars chrome rear step bumper and primed grey body ...inside i have new 4x10 3 way speakers ,mtx 2ch amp and 1 memphis 12 in a ported sub box gonna add some kick panel pods that i seen on this site . i have put a posi rear end in or limited slip (still have questions about that ), headers dual 2.5 flowmasters,billet grill and and clear headlights i also have the following parts that i have not installed because i want to find out if these upgrades are worth the time with noticeable torque or power gains ......i prefer torque ...pro comps hei distr,edelbrock 2701 intake ,holley 600 carb ,10mm procomp wires,edelbrock carb spacer plate,edel vavle covers,polished water pump,timming cover,crank pulley,watepump pulley ,alt pulley and fan ,spectre cold air kit ..New direction.Sold all the above parts ...am now in the process of building a 383 roller motor with EQ (vortec style )heads  :THE  BUILD ..1990 #638 2 bolt main 1 pc RMS  block 350 bored .030 ,eagle steel 3.75 crank ,pioneer flexplate,pro street ext 400  balancer ,EQ vortec heads with procomp guide plates ,.550 lift springs ,1.94/1.5 vavles ,1.5 roller rockers,melling hv oil pump ,5.7 procomp rods (ibeam),rpm air gap high rise dual plane intake,dished pistons ,750 dbl pumper holley carb,procomp main stud kit ,custom  grind 268 dur roller cam with 490 lift ,holley electric fuel ,with a 2000 stall and 3.42 gear running a 32" tire.For weekend driving no track time ,just a bad ass street truck
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Post by: pressurized808 on August 17, 2009, 04:56:45 PM
Aloha ! My name is  Jun ,and i live all the way over here in hawaii on the island of Maui.Im 35,single and have no kids .I got a 85 silverado 4x4 longbed . Id like to give props to the owner of this site,this  site rocks and im glad I bumped into it.
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Post by: hosscatt on September 23, 2009, 02:44:25 AM
HI MY NAME IS LARRY MCKINNEY  I LIVE IN THE VALLEY OF THE SUN PHX AZ. MY WIFE AND I HAVE LIVED HERE FOR 25 YEARS BEEN MARRIED FOR 25 YEARS, NO KIDS JUST OUR TOYS. 1985 SILVERADO WE ARE SECOND OWNERS BROUGHT FROM OUR NEIGH IN 1991. ALSO 78 T/A BROUGHT LAST YEAR. THE TRUCK HAS 210000 MILES MY FOURTH ENGINE GOING IN NEXT WEEK. 350 CRATE. TRUCK HAD V6-[WHEN WE BROUGHT IT 80000 MILES PUT NEW V6 IN BROUGHT AT BARGAIN 500.00 NOT HAPPY WITH ENGINE AFTER 40000 MILES, REPLACED WITH USED 350 4 YEARS AGO, BLEW ENGINE 6 WEEKS AGO.  T/A HAVE PUT ABOUT 10000 DOLLA  IN RUNS GOOD STILL NEEDS PAINT. IM 57 YEARS OLD WIFE ONLY 50. THE TRUCK HAS ORIG. PAINT STILL LOOKS GOOD WHEN DETAILED BOTH ARE AZ VEN.  MY EMAIL IS karlamckinney@msn.com   MY USER NAME IS HOSS CATT
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Post by: JOKER on October 15, 2009, 11:58:19 PM
Hello,  My name is David. I am 36 years old, I am married with 3 kids. I live in Ocala,Fl. I am still tring to figure out how to change my profile. LOL.
   This my very first complete truck rebuild. I am trying to rebuild a dream truck, an only having nightmares..lol. I have already been reading the forums here and love the knowledge an advice.. Look forward to chating with everyone.
     Thanks.
              David
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Post by: truckin82 on October 20, 2009, 08:05:11 PM
Hello everyone.  :) my name is Tyler. i just turned 15 on the 17th. for my birthday i got an '84 silverado 4x4 with a 4" lift. i dont know all the specs right now but this truck has not been just handed over to me. It will be a project for my dad and i to work on. we started working yesterday and we got the hood, front fenders, and grille taken off. today we took off the alternator and alt. brackets, and the air conditoner compressor and brackets, fan and radiator. i will be posting pics on here of our progress soon. thanks and ill probably have questions. im learning new things every day and im very proud to own this truck  ;)
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Post by: 1980c10 on October 21, 2009, 09:20:53 PM
I'm 30 yrs old have a 7 yr old girl, married and make my living as a maintenance manager for 180 rental units on 38 properties. I handle all work orders and manage all sub contractors. my pride and joy is my '80 c10 swb 2wd about 2 weeks left to a complete restoration. my other truck is a 97 4x4 f-150, swb wasn't on purpose;the deal was too good to turn down and it is just a work truck. my other car is an '01 mazda protege, never get less than 34 mpg and it is a 5-speed, not the coolest thing on the road but it is one of the cheapest.
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Post by: HAZARDOUSDUTY on October 26, 2009, 09:06:29 AM
Hi everyone my name is Ted, I'm 46 years young and have just retired from the Army after 28 years of service, I loved it so much now I work as a govt. employee for the Army here at lovely Ft. Leonard Wood (aka "Ft. Lost in the woods, Mo.) My vehicles include a 2006 2500 4x4 Dodge Quad cab Pick up (my hauling truck),1979 Chevy 4x4 (show truck), 1976 Chevy 4x4 short bed (resto phase, in pieces in my garage), 1962 Chevy original 4x4 (just bought for my next project), and a 2005 Jeep Wrangler (my play toy). Well I'm sure I will have alot of questions on here about my projects and by the looks of it there are alot of you on here that have alot of experience.
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Post by: 81junkyardspecial on November 10, 2009, 08:38:06 PM
Hi im Joe im 23 i live in St. Stephen, SC i work as a heavy equipment operator my truck is a 1981 Chevy silverado
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Post by: uglyjeep on November 15, 2009, 11:11:17 PM
Hi all! My name is Alton, I'm 22, and I just acquired my first Chevy, a 78 k30 crew cab dually. My GF and I live in Lancaster, CA and have no children. I'm a para-educator at a preschool and I also teach science at an elementary school after-school program. I'm going to fix the truck up with a 6.2 diesel and run it on humvee 37s and 12 bolt double beadlocks. It's main purpose will be my daily driver and a tow rig for my other toys (currently a vw 'glass buggy and a 66 Jeep CJ6). It will also serve for general camping duty.
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Post by: keyapaha13 on November 18, 2009, 10:05:54 PM
My name is John.  I am an experienced 60 years young and have always lived with the reality that the difference between men and boys is the size of their toys.  My toys and interests very, I am employed by my Tribe, the Rosebud Sioux Tribe (South Central South Dakota).  I work with the administration of a rural water project, Mni Wiconi Project, our portion that is funded at around $100,000,000.00.  Building a water system has been a real trip.

I am currently building a 1985 Chevy C70 Pickup TRUCK.  I started with a decommissioned fire rescue truck, with 18,859 original miles.  The fire department sold it on Ebay because the engine failed and the transmission was having problems, appears it was run hard and put away wet.  My plan was to put a 73-87 pickup box over the rear axle, add some aftermarket dually fenders, then fill the gap between the back of the cab to the front of the box, approximately 68 inches with the front of two other boxes to make it look like a pickup TRUCK.  I emphasize TRUCK because the box will have to be lifted about 7 inches to match up body lines.  The bed will be head high, I'm 5' 8", off the ground.  The bed will be about 14 feet long...thus pickup TRUCK!  A different engine is in the process of complete overhaul.  I am replacing the 85 427 smog pump engine with a pre-smog tall deck 427 and replaced the transmission with another 4spd Allison with a PTO hydraulic pump.  It came with steel headers and the new engine will sport a Edelbrock 750 CFM carb and intake and old school ignition, something I understand.   As I figure out how to add pictures I will post the progress of my latest toy and some of my other play things.

Photos posted @ http://www.motortopia.com/vehicles/view/p/cars/v/18895/i/jws_pickup_truck
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Post by: ChopperDave on November 23, 2009, 03:01:50 AM
Hi, my name is Chopper Dave, I live in the Yakima Valley of Washington State. I am 53 going on 19, my kids are grown and on their own, drive Semi for a paycheck and build, own, ride/drive, Harleys, Hot Rods, various other cool toys... 8)
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Post by: gim_bob on November 24, 2009, 11:03:21 AM
My name is Jason, I just moved to Phoenix AZ from Houston TX. Im 22 Years old, single and fixing to buy (if everything goes accordingly) my first Chevy truck. It is a 1974 Custom step side. Ive always wanted a 73-79 step side, my dad had one when i was a child, it was a 1976 Chevy scottsdale, he had to get rid of it, and ever since then, Ive wanted one of my own. Really looking forward to hearing everyone's input about the trucks!!
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Post by: tomedwil on November 26, 2009, 12:44:18 AM
My name is Tom I live in Florence Oregon I'm married with 3 kids. I am 38 and a maintenance worker at Peace Harbor Hospital. I enjoy Huntimg fishing dirt biking boating and my new toy a 78 Gmc short wide.I have had several 4 wheelers over the years and still have a 99 excuse me for this but the first and only dodge I will ever own peicer dodge ram. We have a big weekend and car show here every year called Rhody days my 78 has a 350 with a built turbo 350 behind it i plan to lower it and keep it some what of a rat rod and show it and run it in the cruise.I will add pics as soon as I can get one of my kids to stick around long enough to do it for me.
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Post by: Thermonuclear on December 27, 2009, 07:47:45 PM
Hello! My names Blake and I'm 18 y/o from Oklahoma. I have a 1974 C10 that I'm "learning the ropes" on how to work on cars/trucks from my dad. We put in a 350 bored out to 410. Recently after working 6 months got the tranny fixed to drive it. ^^
Slow project since I'm in school  and about to head to college. Hope this forum can help me ^^
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Post by: C10-1978 on January 01, 2010, 10:34:51 PM
Howdy from DFW, TX

Helping keep my father-in-laws 1978 running.

Originally had a Diesel but was removed & an '83 350 Gas Engine was installed in its place.  Now the brake lens are oxidized and have been replaced.  Horn not working, none found so hope the wiring diagrams I found here will help.

More work to follow.

Jeff
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Post by: Ricoh on February 01, 2010, 04:50:44 PM
Hi I'm Rick from Ottawa Ontario Canada. I am 58 yrs old and I am building a 1980 Chev fleetside shortbox. So far it is lowered 4 & 5, Has a 350 with Camel hump 300 HP heads, headers, Flowmaster, 4 speed ( Maybe changing to a 700 R4) , Shaving the body and filling in back lights. Interior is coming along in the basement as it is really cold up here. It's an ongoing project but I'm having fun. Hope to get more ideas and suppliers from here.

Rick
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Post by: rddrappo on February 12, 2010, 09:25:18 AM
Hi, I'm Robert from Coalinga, CA.  My current project is a '77 K20.  I'm a tilesetter during the day and in my free time I ride my Harley and play in the mud in my truck.
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Post by: mitch sonsteng on February 12, 2010, 10:16:32 PM
Hi there! My name is Joe and i am from Illinois. I am the owner of a 1973 Chevy custom 10 4x4 with a 350, that my dad and I are restoring. I am still in school so it is a long process but it is coming along slowly but surely. I really enjoy working on it and have learned a lot.
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Post by: 79k30guy on February 14, 2010, 08:16:56 PM
Hello All!  I'm Nick From Petaluma, CA (35 min north of San Francisco) I come from a chevy family..  My dad and brothers are all chevy guys..  I'm 27, no kids and not married. I live together with my girlfriend, my twin brother and his family -he's on here as knightrider 84. I'm a union crane operator and have been for 7 years..  I really enjoy my job, although construction is so slow right now..   :'(  In good weather i can be found riding my 2007 Victory Vegas or at a lake wakeboarding.  the rest of my free time is monopolized by wrenching, detailing, or just tinkering with my K30
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Post by: OneBad87V30 on March 06, 2010, 10:56:36 PM
Hello to all.  I just registered. My name is Scott.  I live in frozen tundra of NE PA.  Almost a year ago I picked a 87 GMC SRW one ton 4x4 with TBI 454, TH400, 205 and 4.10's.  I've always liked the older Chevy trucks and the color combo of mine is actually what I would haven chosen had I been able to buy one new back then.  It needs some work but is a blast to drive.  I am looking to eventually use it to tow to the racetrack once I get my car together and pick up a trailer.  After checking this site out for about an hour I decided to register because it looks pretty cool.  Thanks.  ;D
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Post by: slammed79 on March 13, 2010, 12:45:45 AM
I'm Donnie, I currently reside in Tempe AZ. Ive had around 11 of these trucks over the last ten years and built 4 at my now defunct Genocide Pneumatics in Mesa. Since I'm confined to an apartment I don't  get much chance to wrench on my 74 lwb, and my 79 swb that is my namesake is now in Apache Junction getting cannibalized so that others can carry on a few more miles.
My 74 is slated to get dropped next month, as long as I can find a place to do it... I really miss having a Shop.

D
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Post by: someday on March 17, 2010, 10:04:37 PM
 ;D HI I'm Jim I'm 37 and  i live in eastern OR. 2 kids one dog 3 cats had a fish once. I have a 79 c10 swb its not my favorite truck but its was my dads so its growing on me. I have a 55 Chevy truck that's my love. but the 79 is starting to be fun too. I'm lowering it 5-7 is what u guys call it. cpp arms and springs belltech spindles. caltrac bars and m/t pro street tires .396 big block i like the pro street look plus i race...my goal is to go 12's.in a 4150 pound truck. i know, don't laugh guys i said, goal. thanks for all the great posts and info on the form guys i don''t know anything about these trucks. I'm trying to get it done for my dad. r.i.p dad i love you and miss you every day....
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Post by: Edz280zx on March 18, 2010, 03:48:38 PM
'Ello...Ed Snider.... Macks Creek, Missouri.  34 years of age and going on 18.  Have alot of projects including a 74 swb with an LM7 5.3 and an 81 Datsun 280zx getting a built 350.  Between these two, the job, and family...I don't have too much spare time! LOL
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Post by: bake74 on May 17, 2010, 08:57:14 PM
  Hello everyone.  Very new to this site.  Just bought a 74 k10 stepside that I plan on doing a frame off resto on.  This is one of 2 vehicles that I have always wanted but never owned.  Now I am down to one.
  My name is Tom and I am 43 yrs old, married with 2 children.  19 yr old son and 15 yr old daughter.  I live in Sacramento CA. and work in the environmental area.  No I don't make up all those stupid laws, I am a srv manager for a company that sells and services the machines that the government makes you have to be compliant.  I look forward to this build since it has been awhile since my last one, and look forward to getting to know all of you great guys and gals out there.
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Post by: topp on May 17, 2010, 09:07:57 PM
Hey I'm Todd.

My '87 K5 is my second Blazer in the past 20 years.
I owned an '86 about 20 years ago.  Loved it and missed it so I got my '87 in January of this year.

Some minor things I want to do to it, and then use it for some weekend off roading and plowing when the snow rolls thru....
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Post by: Rutt Roe on June 14, 2010, 04:09:14 PM
I'm Eric, and I've got a bachelor's in kicking @$$ and taking names  ;D Nah I just bought this 82 Chevy. Looking forward to getting know some you guys on here. Truck is gonna be used for muddin mostly. Talk soon

Eric
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Post by: chevy99 on June 14, 2010, 07:04:35 PM
Hello guys new to this site but not to great with computers. I live here in misery (missouri). I have two Chevy's 79 c-10 78 bigten 2wds. Restoring the 79 and driving the 78. Married 10 years and have two girls boy do i have my hands full!
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Post by: 1981 ss chevy on June 14, 2010, 09:32:35 PM
Hey all, My name is Aaron in 19 i live in North Bend NE, about 45 min from Omaha have no kids....that i know of  ;D lol and i own a 1981 stepside.  I graduated from highschool in may and now ill be going to college in the fall for welding. I cant wait!
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Post by: bobcooter on June 16, 2010, 09:43:20 PM
My name is Robert. I am 49. I live in Arnaudville, La. I am originally from Alabama and have lived in La for the last 14 years. Married a great little Cajun Gal (my second wife) and I'm here to stay. I have worked in the offshore oil and gas production industry for almost 30 years now. 27 of those years going offshore every week. Now I have an office job and don't have to go offshore anymore.
 My truck is a 79 Scottsdale C-20 LWB with a 350 and TH-400 and 3.73 rearend. I drive it daily. I paid $750.00 for it and have started redoing everything on it. It was in pretty good shape body wise although it had been hit a little bit in the right front corner. So far I have rebuilt the engine, cleaned and painted the engine bay, redid the AC ,(very important in South Louisiana) with the help of the guys in here, repaired all of the rust in the cab and floors and rebuilt the front end. I also swapped the 79 headlight trim to 78 headlight trim. Plus new radiator, wiper moter and starter. Repainted the bumpers and headache rack plus new tires. I recently purchased a 700R4 but I think it's going to have to wait until cooler weather before I swap the TH400 out. The funny thing about these is that there is so much work to do before anyone ever sees anything you've done. Mine still looks pretty sad. A new interior and paint and body work are in the near future.
 This is a great site and thanks for letting me be a part of it.
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Post by: pondwater on June 30, 2010, 07:45:02 AM
Howdy!  My name is Cory.  I'm from Bedford, In.  I bought a 79 k20 back in March.  Its a heap of rust.  I'm mainly going to use it to haul wood, but I am also going to slowly work on restoring it.  I've already found a wealth of info on this forum.  Better than any other forums so far.

Thanks!
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Post by: cwtint on July 02, 2010, 04:05:55 PM
My name is charlie i live about 45 miles from houston, tx. i drive an 86 chevy silverado it has a 305. i am getting ready to drop a tbi 350 from an 87 with a 700R4. i am married have one daughter shes 5. and i own a window tinting and car audio shop.
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Post by: SeanK10 on August 07, 2010, 04:03:25 PM
Hey Everyone! im Sean, 17 From Troy,ohio. about 15 mins north of Dayton. 45 mins West of Columbus. im Definately New to this forum, and somewhat new to dealing with older trucks. About a year ago i purchased my first.A 79 K10, short bed. 9in. Lift 38.5 in. tires Since buying the truck ive realized alot done wrong. Also the trans has gone bad so im somewhat stuck at the moment. im trying my hardest to fix it up, atleast to the best of my knowledge. I Deffinately would like any possible help. i do have two very helpful grandfathers but their knowledge is still limited. Anyways Thanks everyone   Ps. i just saw (No Replies) in the title, and the only way i saw to post was Reply so hopefully im not in the wrong
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Post by: Monkeyman73 on August 11, 2010, 10:00:45 PM
Whats up everyone ! my name is Mark i live in the Bay Area and I just bought a 1973 C10 Short bed with a 350 and just happy to have another Chevy, My last truck was a 1949 stepside. Glad to be here and looking forward to learning and sharing in the community..
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Post by: tjserpico@hotmail.com on August 15, 2010, 06:03:06 PM
hello everyone. i have been a 73-87 truck lover for years. i just bought a cab chassis 1 ton. 4 x4 ,4 spd  454. dual wheels.i plan to put a nice flatbed on it. it will not be used for work. just a nice restored truck. i have done several restorations . i used to work part time in a bodyshop, basically to learn restoration. i do my own welding, painting ,mechanical and bodywork.i would like to lift my truck 2 to 2 1/2 in. if anyone has any suggestions let me know. i  know i can get a lot of info here, i hope i can give some also thanks.
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Post by: denny06 on August 21, 2010, 10:38:27 AM
Hi everyone. I'm new.....I'm also Canadian. I am from Edmonton Alberta area and what can I say...I love everything about the older chev/gm trucks. I own a few. I am a certified auto tech and work at local gm dealership so if you have any  tech questions hit me up. I have been happily married for 14 years and blessed with twin 12 year old boys. I am currently working on a early 87 shortbox bigblock project and I find all you fabrication articles very helpful. Anyway, I figured I would introduce myself.
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Post by: 454ss on August 21, 2010, 05:09:40 PM
I am Jay. Live in Texas but grew up in Ohio. Looking for my ideal 1973-87 shortbed. I would have had it this month if I hadn't had to pay a $650 bill but there are others out there. I like to add factory options to my vehicles that it didn't have or never could have had.

I currently have a 1991 S10 Blazer 4x4 that is my winter driver and a 1995 Olds Silhouette set to receive a Supercharged 3800 V6. Both have been retrofitted with options like Homelink, retained accessory power, factory alarm, factory CD and express down windows.

My 1973-87 will end up being a black shortbed fleetside with a 350 TPI, black or dark gray interior, 1973-74 front end (my favorite), all the usual options such as A/C, tilt, cruise, power windows, power locks and intermittent wipers. However my truck will have more than most 2011 trucks using GM parts, such as:

CD
tach and gauges from a big truck with a vacuum gauge
electric speedo with trip
overhead console with map lights and Homelink
newer "key in and headlights on" chime module with automatic locks - doors will lock at 9 MPH -
power side mirrors - hopefully I can fit some that are heated, auto dimming with turn signal and possibly power folding
keyless entry with alarm
automatic climate control with outside temp
auto-dimming rear view mirror
Syclone/Typhoon steering wheel
retained accessory power
rear defogger
express down windows

And pretty much anything else I can come up with. :D

8) 8) 8)
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Post by: chet on August 25, 2010, 10:31:03 AM
hello everyone my name is chet. i live in tampa florida have a wife and four kids and i'm 41. i currently work at advanceauto parts warehouse and life is good. I just bought my son's silverado 4x4 full size only after he wore the crap out of it and couldn't fix it anymore. i'll post some picks of it when i find my  camera but i'll tell ya now it's not a pretty truck. thanks for having me and thanks for all the help in the near future.  ;)
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Post by: Old77 on August 25, 2010, 11:00:22 AM
I've been on here for a couple of weeks now but just now saw this thread so here it goes! :)

I'm about to turn 33. I'm married with two boys (3 and 1 year old). I've loved cars and trucks my entire life. My favorite car that I'd like to own at some point is a 1970 Chevelle. My favorite truck is the 73-80 Chevy/GMC trucks. I just love the front ends but when it comes down to it I like all the square bodies from 73-87. I have a '77 Scottsdale C-10 that my dad and I have restored/modded to our liking. It's really become a member of the family as both of my boys absolutely love going for rides in the truck with me and it's really something that I enjoy doing. I'm sure at some point they'll be out there helping me wrench on it as well. I'm sure I'll eventually pass it on to them once I'm too old and they have families of their own. The truck looks stock for the most part but has been pretty heavily modified in ways that most casual observers don't really recognize which I love. Feel free to take a look at my build thread that is in my signature. It shows most of the details of the bodywork and stuff.
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Post by: lkc2cool1987 on September 22, 2010, 05:57:42 PM
I am copeland my first name is john which is pretty common so all my buddies call me copeland. And I am new to the forum but not the truck./20100922
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Post by: project85 on October 30, 2010, 09:25:41 PM
Hi guys, my name is bill. I live in southern NH. I'm 29, married 3yrs and have a 1yr old daughter. Just bought an 85 c-10 deluxe. I've had abunch of other vehicles before. I just recently sound my 69 camaro I had for the last 9 years. I didn't make it 2 weeks and needed something else to tinker with and I spotted my new truck. Got some future plans for it, but want to get it inspected first. I know ill be talking to you guys abunch in the future.

C-ya
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Post by: Slooby on November 02, 2010, 07:01:25 PM
Hi, my name is Tristan, currently live in Chesapeake, VA, I'm 25, single, no kids that I'm am aware of.  Just recently got my 12th GM truck since I've been driving, I'm a all around car junkie.  I've owned a total of 34 vehicles since I've been driving, I've been thru domestic's cars and truck and imports and have decided to go back to where I started which is back to trucks.  I have a 2007 Silverado that is my daily and just aquired a 1986 GMC High Sierra 2wd with a solid built 350 which I will be giving to my father for Christmas, I plan on finding another 73-87 for my next build and will start the build thread as soon as I find it.  Talk to you all soon.
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Post by: hank1976 on November 09, 2010, 05:13:21 PM
My names hank i work till the from when the sun comes up till it goes down im 21 and a 4x4 enthusiast i have a 1976 Chevy k20 married to a 5spd twin turbo cummins :)  new to this forum thing im restoring another 1976 chevy k20 i want to put  duramax in this one tho
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Post by: MrChev on November 17, 2010, 01:26:04 PM
Hello, I´m Fred from the Stockholm area in Sweden. I recently bought a 1977 c20. It´s rusted out in the usual areas, such as floor boards and front fenders. I´m planning to fix the truck up little by little, starting out with the worst rust damage. The truck will be used for hauling stuff, including my 1978 camaro when I go bracket racing. I also own a 1971 Corvette.
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Post by: bigbelly on November 18, 2010, 10:09:01 PM
Hey everybody I'm Brian married with 3 kids. I'm working on a 77 stepside long bed from the frame up, airbags, axel flip kit, wood bed ect. Die hard CHEVY MAN. My goal is to get done in the next 2yrs, SLAMIT, PAINT IT, PIMP IT, & pass it on to my son  :) :)
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Post by: chevytruknut on November 21, 2010, 12:02:23 AM
Hi, my name is Tony I live in southern Illinois, I have been a mechanic for about 20 years and a gearhead from birth. I have a wonderful  wife and two wonderful girls. I'm 44 years old, my pastimes are tinkerin on old trucks, old cars and motocross bikes and going to my girls ballgames, they play volleyball, my oldest plays in college my younger in high school. My project and daily driver right now is a 1987 silverado long bed 350 TBI with a worn out 700R4. My list of previously owned vehicles is a long one so here goes
1970 olds cutlass
1968 charger R/T 440 3.23 rear, top end...endless
1972 duster
1969 ply satellite
1987 monte carlo SS
1977 chevy LB 400 small block
1978 chevy LB 305
1980 chevy stepside 350
1986 silverado modified 350 700R
1987 GMC sierra LB 305
1986 mustang GT
1987 silverado 305 TBI 400 turbo
1985 Chevy scottsdale GM crate 350 400 turbo 3.42 rear EVERYTHING on this truck was restored to like new
1987 silverado LB 350 TBI
whew!
So there it is, a peek into the exciting life of me. Seriously I am looking forward to talking to people on the site .Thanks for your time
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Post by: BigRuss on January 15, 2011, 07:40:37 PM
Hi, I'm Reece from Fayetteville NC. I drive an 81 Custom Deluxe with the anemic 305. Working on doing an over haul of the suspension and drive train before tackling the body and interior.
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Post by: Big Katz on January 19, 2011, 10:35:48 AM
Hello, I'm Joe from Soldotna Alaska. I too am a Chevy freak. I'm 35 and married with two kids. I grew up as a heavy equipment mechanic (since I was 12) and have been a millwright in the industrial equipment field for 15 or so years. I have all ways been a Chevy guy. I love to work on them as a relaxing Hobby. I'm starting to get a collection of vehicles. Fortunately my vehicles are at my shop a couple of miles from the house so the wife doesn't have to see how many there are or if a new "Jem" has been brought home! Here is a list of my toys.
74 Suburban K-20 350/TH350/NP203 Pretty rough shape. Will be parting out this summer.
78 Truck K-20 402/TH350/NP205 6" lift 35's. My trail and firewood truck. Some rust and dents.
82 Truck K-20 500 Cadillac/TH350/NP205 33" tires Nice body, fading paint. My first Chevy. A blast to drive
85 Truck K-20 472 Cadillac/TH400/NP208 6" lift 35" tires Hit a moose. Needs a new front clip. and need to get rid of the God awful red interior.
86 K-10 Stepside 305/A-833/NP208 Currently in my shop restoring the body and interior. Hope to be completed by March.
87 Blazer K-10 350/700R4/NP208 4" lift 33" tires Will be getting painted, 35" tires, and limited slip front end/posi rear end this summer. Will be for launching the boat off the beach into the ocean.
88 Suburban K-10 TBI 350/700R4/NP208 8' Meyer plow. On a quite night you can hear it rust!
61 Ford Fairlane 500. 298?/cruise-o-matic. 75,000 original miles. I know it is the "F" word, but it is the car we drove off in when we were married and just a cool old car. Great condition, but the clear coat is starting to peel.
06 Sierra 2500 HD Dirty Max/Allison 6 Spd. CC/SB PPE Hot+ programmer, cat delete. A tire eating beast. I love driving it!

I hope they come up for a cure for my illness. These trucks are eating up all of my money, and my wifes patience!
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Post by: farmerchris on January 31, 2011, 12:43:47 PM
Hi my name is Chris,I own a 1973 stepside 4x4 which sit on a 78 running gear.Owned this truck for a number of years and used it like a truck.Now I'm trying to fix what has happen to it by my years of use.Built 350 .040 over , cam and headers,eldebrock manifold with a Holley carb.350th built up tranny,now to get the body work  and rust repair done to this truck,Rather do the mechanical work,but need to be done,lol :)
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Post by: mattyp on February 06, 2011, 09:30:02 AM
Hey I'm Matt,
I live in Bowmanville Ontario (kinda near Toronto) I'm 29 not married and no kids,,,,well none that i know about anyways (fingers crossed!) Im a licensed gas fitter as well as an elevator mechanic. I rip dirtbikes and kiss hot babes in my spare time. I used to be into the muscle car street racing scene but now they're cracking down very hard on it, so im back into wheelin.
My msn is matt_peshal@hotmail.com
Thanks
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Post by: Huber872 on March 20, 2011, 07:31:52 PM
Hey everyone! I'm Christian, 18 years old and single with no kids. I currently live in Winnemucca, NV but I'm from Los Angeles, CA. Currently for my daily driver I have a 99 Ford Ranger XLT with a long travel kit and stuffing 33s. For my toy I recently traded off my 99 Silverado for an 86 GMC K20 longbed which obviously brought me to this site lol I also ride motocross professionally but I'm out with an injury at the moment, I shattered my right ankle and it is seriously putting a damper on getting my new toy trail ready! haha
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Post by: MT-headed1 on April 04, 2011, 12:59:52 AM
Hello everyone, my name is Dylan Smith. Im 22 years old. I live in Bozeman Montana. I am originally from Billings, and also grew up on a farm in the NE corner of the state. I have an 83 silverado that was originally my fathers that he passed down to me. Its the first thing i learned to drive when i was 12. Although its no longer my primary vehicle it still gets quite a bit of time on the road, especially in the winter when the car cant push through the snow. My truck has been an ongoing project since ive owned it, and i have put money in it whenever i can afford it. The truck is in pretty good shape but shows some wear after spending alot of its life on dirt backroads. Hoping to replace the tired old 305 this summer with a new crate 350, and to address a rust issue behind my rear drivers side tire.
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Post by: gregcars on April 12, 2011, 09:12:34 AM
I'm 50, married 2 kids ,3 grandkids, work at Snap-on Tools 34 yrs now, am the paint tech. of the powder coat line for the tool boxes. I love painting / workin on anything that needs fixing up and been restorin cars and trucks and if you count building models as a kid 45 yrs. I own everything from a pair of 69 camaro's to a 82 crewcab car hauler. Thanks
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Post by: pedigo78 on May 05, 2011, 08:06:15 PM
Hello everyone, my name is Bryan Pedigo. I am a Sgt in the Marine Corps stationed in VA. I have a 85 Chevy K20 with a 454 and TH350 with a NP205. It is sitting on 10.5 14 bolt rear and a GM 10 up front with a set of 38.5x16x16.5 TSL. It has about 7 inches of lift 4 suspension and 3 body. I just got the truck and plan on finishing it up. I am a mechanic in the Marine Corps but HMMWV, LVS, 7 TON, and MRAP are way different than an 85 Chevy. The body of the truck is actually a C10 but sitting ona K20 frame.
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Post by: GMCcowboy on May 06, 2011, 12:42:29 AM
Names Adam I live in Davie FL. Never customized a vehicle before but want to bring this one back and further always wanted an old chevy and landed a good deal on this GMC K1500 w/ 350. its got the good 4 speed tranny with a granny. it also has the good transfer case. it was going to be used as a trash truck so I rescued it. I hope to learn alot and welcome suggestions. I am just a back yard mechanic and would love good advice. I dont think I will ever have to find another truck cause this one treats me right and dosnt need a computer to fix it.
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Post by: 73k5 on May 06, 2011, 05:58:18 PM
Larry Here Im a squarebody guy.... Im Old and married with 2 kids.. I live on the Mississippi Gulf Coast..

My hobbys are beer, Crown and Dr.Pepper, my 95 Cobra and my 73 Blazer I just picked up..

Heres a few pics of what Ive built and have...

Not a real good pic but heres one of the Blazer


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89 Suburban I built


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84 c-10 I built

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85 C-10 I built


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95 Cobra imBuilding



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Post by: moore4me on September 22, 2011, 11:10:35 AM
Hey All,
My name is Kyle and Im glad to finally be a member. you see i have used this site countless times for research, but was never able to post anything myself. Im married with two kids. I currently have a 1986 GMC 3+3 1-Ton 4x4 with 454,TH400,NP205,D60,D70(with locker), 4"lift and a flat bed as my tow rig. But my pation lies with my "Brown Baby" it is a 1980 C/K20 Scottsdale. I purchased it from the original owner with 55,000 miles. I have since installed a dodge kingpin D60 in the front with crossover and custom shock towers, locker into my 14FF, rear disc conversion, custom leaf packs and shackles yielding about 4.5" lift (im about to reconfigure my entire suspension), I converted it from the SM465 to a home built TH350 (which is soon to be upgraded aswell). the interior is gutted at the moment and will continue to be untill i can afford new guages, seat, and carpet kit. I also have to install my custom heater and defroster units, custom dash and door panels (my first attempt at apolstry), and new hurst shifter. My Brown Baby has 1000s of hours of custom fabrication in her and 10's of 1000's yet to go.
Thanks for having me!,
Kyle
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Post by: LTZ C20 on October 21, 2011, 08:22:56 PM
Hey everybody! Ok, so I am new and would like to learn how things work around here. My name is Kevin, I'm 18 and I live in the central valley of California. I am a huge gear head and I love all Chevy's. Chevy trucks are my passion and I'm not afraid to say I'm country and proud of it. I joined the forum because I have seen ya'll a lot when I go searching for truck info. I have had my Chevy for about a year and a half and sometimes I really don't know what to do when I have a project going, so I joined to learn and make friends with a love for Chevrolet. So that's about me, this next part is about my truck. I have a 1979 Chevy Cheyenne C20 Camper Special. It has a stock SB350 with a 600 Edelbrock Performer Series carb. It has TH350 Auto trans and 4:10 gears in the axle. It's a standard cab, long bed. It has a heater and a/c, manual locks and windows (with I am hoping to soon change when I can). I also have a descent sound system, I have Rockford Fosgate speakers, Lighting audio amp and Dual radio (I am also hoping to build and all Fosgate system with one of those radios that look like the stock ones but do all the cool stuff). I since I have had my truck, I have doubled the value and am very slowly working on restoring it while also using it as my only transportation. So that's me, who I am and what I got. Hope to soon meet ya'll!
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Post by: mgoad1971 on October 23, 2011, 07:34:29 AM
Hello all from Houston Texas!!
I'm Marcus and I got my first 1980 C-10 and just won 2nd place in my division yesterday.
I also own a 1979 Z28. These are my 2 babies. I'm looking to purchase all new brakes (complete set) due to leakage which ruined my new paint job in the wheel well!
I look forward to being a productive and helpful memeber to this site as well as an inquisitive one. I have several questions for the experts here but am willing to share what I know as well.
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Post by: jackjeckel757 on October 23, 2011, 10:35:48 AM
Whats happenin' people? My name is Brent, I'm 35, married and have 3 daughters. I'm originally from Manchester New Hampshire but moved to the Hampton Roads area in Virginia 5 years ago, lived in Virginia Beach for a year (way too crowded) and now currently living in Portsmouth, VA. For work I have been a sheet metal mechanic doing commercial and residential HVAC for 10 years now. I own a '04 Chevy Monte Carlo LS and a '77 Chevy C10 which is in the process of being rebuilt.
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Post by: tom anderson on December 11, 2011, 11:30:21 AM
my name is tom i,am from illinois i have a 1978 cheyenne 4x4 k20 that i,m redoing it has a injected 454, 400 trans
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Post by: turbotalon1g on December 27, 2011, 09:53:32 AM
Hi, my name is Aaron I am from the UK, but currently live in Blaine MN. I am an x-ray tech.

I have an mid 11 sec eagle talon and I joined this site to help my friend and I restore and modify his '75 C10 silverado RCSB.
Plans are for a 5.3, 4L80E and maybe boost after the first year.

My friend (owner of the truck) wants the it to handle and stop also.
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Post by: 1979C20 on December 27, 2011, 05:42:54 PM
Im Kyle, 18 I live in Mesa, AZ and just moved out of my parents house into a house with my friend since junior high and my Girlfriend. My 79 C20 is a constant project.
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Post by: 79chevyobsession on January 10, 2012, 07:21:12 PM
Im Billy. I am from southwest Minnesota but I am currently stationed at Fort Hood, TX. I have been in the army for just over 2 years and I have just over 2 years to go. I am married and have two boys (5 and 2). I have a 79 K10 back home that is a project for me and my oldest when we get back up there. I am looking at getting another K10 as soon as I either sell my Jeep or get taxes back. I would love to find someone in the area to wrench with as i dont have a garage(on post housing). feel free to find me on facebook at Billy Johnson. picture is of my oldest with his trophy. or email at  johnson-billy@hotmail.com, and put chevyobsession in the title so I know its not a scammer or a virus.
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Post by: OmegaJ1 on February 21, 2012, 03:56:16 AM
Hello all,
  My name is Jacky, 31 years old, and despite the spelling I am a male...Originally, from a small town called Stonyford in Northern California, but am now stationed in Jacksonville, Ar, just north of Little Rock where I fly C-130s.  Married with 3 kids--2 boys and a girl.  Enjoy spending time with the kids, gardening, and sitting on my porch drinkin a beer with nothing to do.

  IMy truck is a 77 C10 Stepside, 2WD, with a 350.  Previous owner lowered the truck 3-4" and I like the lowrider look.  Other than that, the only mod is an Edelbrock intake...planning on a matching edelbrock carb, and Dakota Digital dash when I get home in April '12.  Looking forward to absorbing/sharing as much knowledge about this square-bodies as possible.
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Post by: robruckus on March 19, 2012, 03:05:12 PM
Hi Everyone,
  I'm Rob, I'm a tattooist from Cleveland, Ohio.  My wife, a body piercing specialist,  has an '82 Chevy C20 Custom Deluxe with a 350 4bbl.  I bought it for her to replace her first car which i killed, a '94 Cavalier that she drove for 16 years.  We saw the truck, she fell in love, and for $500 i couldn't say no.  It's our new project, and I'm here to enjoy all the helpful tech info. 
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Post by: Farm boy on May 14, 2012, 07:14:55 AM
Hellow my name is Ethan. I am 16, I live on a farm in Ohio, and love playing airsoft. I have a Chevy K10 with a 350 with Holley carb, and headers. It also has a TH350 trany, and 33" tires. I've been having quite a few problems with the truck, and that's why I'm hear :D

It looks like I will have a very good time here.
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Post by: demonbuick on May 15, 2012, 06:24:11 AM
Hey I'm Ivan. I'm currently 24, no kids. I just bought a 78 Scottsdale 2WD off my dad that had been sitting for about 15 years. Ifigured it would bee a good street truck project. My email is demonbuick@gmail.com, yahoo islindsey@yahoo.com (this email address is virus ridden but the messenger is fine), that's also my msn account.
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Post by: NintendoKD on July 20, 2012, 07:53:02 PM
Kevin, wife, kid, military career, own a 75 c-10 "scottsdale" longbed and many more cars/vehicles.  I live in 29 palms, CA and hate it here.  I just can't wait to leave.  I love to jabber with old timers about car stuff, and you can often find me hob knobbin at local car clubs locations. 8)
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Post by: JGibson on September 21, 2013, 11:42:00 PM
My name is Jessie. I live in TN. Married (20 Years), 4 kids, 2 Grand Kids, Daughters are: Ashley 24, Jesseca 18, Sons are: Hunter 16, Matthew 13, Grandkids are: Romeo 4 & Reyna 2. Just recently traded a 1992 GMC 1500 Ext cab for a 1986 C10 for my oldest son. He fell in love with it when he first saw it so I had to get it for him. We plan to restore this truck together as a father/son project. I also plan to buy another one (Not necessarily the same year but same body style) so we can have matching trucks (thats the plan anyway).

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Post by: Boonie on September 22, 2013, 09:57:04 AM
Hi, Im Brent.  I live in El Dorado, KS.  42 years old, single, and have a son in college.  Have a 74 GMC  that I haven't really started to do much to yet, but lots of future plans for it.  Just waiting on the room to work on it.  Also starting to buy and rebuild old cars and trucks along with a buddy from work to resell to people that will appreciate them.  Think Gas Monkey on a restricted budget. Lol
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Post by: heavy78 on October 01, 2013, 05:15:30 AM
hello i am 24 from washington, got my truck in 2008. 78 3/4 ton, full time 4 wheel drive, small block, th400, 14 bolt and a dana 44. had 78,000 when i got it dont believe its rolled over... now its at 96,000 , just put a little lift on and some 35s... small blocks gettin tired and shes gettin more and more rust every winter... just bot a little 2wd commuter pick up so i hope to tear into my 78 soon and fix all the rust

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Post by: Hollywood1606 on October 28, 2013, 02:17:52 PM
Hello all!  Name is Braden.  I'm a male, 28 and originally from Ohio but have lived in Wilmington, NC for the past 5 years or so.  I work as a private security contractor overseas so I spend a lot of time away from home.  I'm not married but have been with my girl for almost two years and we have 2 dogs (purebred doberman and purebred Rottweiler) that are basically my children.  I own a 2009 BMW M3 6spd with leather interior.  2 dogs and leather do not mix well so earlier this March I picked up my 1977 C10 Chevy Scottsdale.  I found it on Craigslist for sale and initially brought it home as a daily driver/dog hauler to save my leather in my car.  Since then it has become my main focus.  They body has been completely restored and painted, a lot of replacement parts have been added, and it is currently in the shop getting some engine work done.  I can do a full post on it once I get more info, the seller only was able to tell me that it has a 350 out of a different vehicle and there has been some work done to it ie a roller rocker cam, rocker arm setup, exhaust and headers.  That was pretty much all I got out of him, but the price was right so I jumped on it.  I'm learning as I go so I fully intend on picking a lot of your brains on here in the coming months!  I also have an 09 CBR600RR that I seldom ride because I am away from home so much.  I'll get a few photos up on here as well and if anyone has any questions or input feel free to give me a shout.  Glad to be a new member! 
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Post by: ChevyJoe on November 05, 2013, 05:45:25 PM
Hey everyone, Joe from Ellington, CT here. 18 Years old, now own 2 squarebodies, a 77 K20 Flatbed plow truck and 1983 C10 Stepside DD. Plow truck is a major rust bucket but runs good and came with 7.5' Fisher, 350sbc, not sure which tranny, NP203 transfer case that works somewhat, 10 bolt front 14 rear, 120k? 83 has a 350 .030 over 280 comp cam, flat black, TH350 trans, 10 bolt rear with Gov-Lock locker, daily driver for the past 2+ years, had it since I was 14 when it had the I6.
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Post by: DCustom on December 05, 2013, 09:46:12 PM
Name is Jeff..Married with two girls....1984 SWB 2wd
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Post by: ftsibley on December 25, 2013, 07:13:00 AM
Name is Taylor 39 years old for another 2 months. From Mississippi have 86 k5 built To go through the delta gumbo ht383 motor th350 4:10 with Detroit locker.  84 k10 406 sbc th350 and in process of installing 4:10 and Detroit locker. This one is street only way too nice to dirty up. I run a bank for a living hunt in the winter golf and lake in the summer. Married no kids but lots of pets. I'm an Lsu fan wife is Alabama fan. Figure if we survived last few football seasons we can survive anything.
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Post by: kinada on December 30, 2013, 10:01:16 AM
Hi. I'm Adam, 40 years old, married with 4 kids (number 5 due in 3 months) and I'm from England, UK. That's the little island over the water where it rains almost all the time!

I have an 81 C10 swb 2wd with a 454 motor. I had a 92 Chevy 454SS a few years back, blew a load of cash on it fitting a supercharger and other stuff and consequently sold it to ride motorcycles around tracks. Regretted selling it ever since so bought this old squarebody! I work in classic car shipping so getting her over here was not a problem.

American cars are still a rare sight in England unless you live near a US base. It makes no sense to drive them here. Gas prices are high, road tax is expensive and the roads too small.
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Post by: rick.zabriskie on March 08, 2014, 07:59:25 PM
My name is rick, I'm 24 years old, born and raised in Las Vegas, nv now living in caliente, nv which is about 190 miles away from Vegas. I had an 86 gmc a couple of years ago but it broke down on me. Was going to fix it but I bought an 84 Chevy k10 short box that I'm trying to finish. It's lowered with fresh paint job good looking rims with a 5.7 350 and th350 trans.


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Post by: Sheepdawg58 on July 23, 2014, 07:27:05 AM
Well it's been a very long time since I've done the whole forum thing but here it goes

My name is Michael. I'm originally from flora MS, but I just recently moved to the Mankato, MN area with my beautiful fiancé and will be getting married in about a month.

I've worked on, built, raced, and loved these square body trucks all my life and I'm currently building/restoring my dad's ole 81 Chevy k10 that he passed down to me. I don't remember how to post pics again so I'll do that all later. I'll make a build thread and love showing off all the work I do... Hope to make some new friends and get to enjoy my ole Chevy with y'all...
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Post by: Skinner on July 30, 2014, 09:52:48 PM
Hello.  My name is Steve.  I live in Central Texas.  Currently working in Afghanistan.  Just picked up a '74 lwb and will definitely need a lot of questions answered as I try to tackle this project.  Current plan is to get her road worthy (almost there), and go from there. 
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Post by: 78BIG-TEN on August 25, 2014, 01:42:17 PM
Hi all.My name is David,I'm 62,been married since 72.We had two kids,a girl now 35 and a boy who would be 37 but passed 8 years ago.My truck I special ordered in 78.A Siverado Big Ten that I have done a frame off resto with some minor mods.Glad to be here.
David

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Post by: jdubya85c10 on September 13, 2014, 07:25:35 PM
Names John, just joined site I'm 28 married two kids. USMC airframe and hydraulic helo mechanic veteran and gear head since about 6. First truck was a 85 silverado 4x4 1 owner had 305 700r swapped in 350 4bolt bored 30 over with dish pistons mild cam headers & 3 in exhaust truck avenger carb and stage 2 shift kit. Just picked up new ride 85 c10 short box with a built 350 needs lots of interior work a Lil paint and some mechanical tweakin. Hunting down parts for the past month has been fun. Came here for inspiration. Already converted to electric fan hei kit 42000 volt coil. Billet pulleys, b&m floor shift. Came lowered about 2 or 3 inches with original ralleys and all rings. It's a new fun project can't wait to get it deeper in the making.
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Post by: coy.mcelheney on November 01, 2014, 04:42:27 PM
Hello all,Not new to 73-87 Chevy trucks. From Durham,NC .Currently have a 1979 GMC Jimmy,1985 K-10 and a 1983 C-10.Joined to learn as much as I could about the last real Chevy truck.
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Post by: Willieb on January 01, 2015, 06:30:00 AM
Willie here, I just turned 56 wow that was quick it seems like I just bought my first Chevy yesterday in 1975! It was a 64' 256 4 door. I've had several 4x4's over the years Z71 GMC's mostly, but this 79'K10 SWB step side I got delivered here to Central Florida from Northern California yesterday will be the first one that I will be hands on restoring. I have so many questions right now I don't know where to start, but It looks like I joined the right forum from the posts I've read so thanks in advance for all the help that you hopefully will provide, and maybe in time I can return the favor. thanx Willie
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Post by: mannystruck on January 01, 2015, 08:55:11 AM
Hi Willie!  New here, too, and also in Central Florida!  I'm in no man's land between Ocala and Tampa.

Husband and I bought a 1982 Chevy C20 almost 4 years ago and have been nursing it back to health excruciatingly slow.   Poor thing needs a lot of lovin'.  I found this site back when we got the truck, but life has a way of interfering.   Looking forward to being in the company of other Chevy truck enthusiasts and picking all y'all's brains!
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Post by: Tazman on January 01, 2015, 05:20:38 PM
Hi I am Joe, I am a grandfather and a proud veteran. I have owned several square body trucks just love them. My current and last is an 87 Silverado which I am the second owner of. It runs great for having just over 200 k miles on it .I do most of my own repairs and this site as helped tremendously. I hope to get it painted someday but was recently forced to retire so I have a lower paying job, so the repaint will be put on the back burner. This was a very good idea, I would like to hear from more of the members in the Arizona area.

Thanks,
Joe
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Post by: empire848 on January 22, 2015, 01:04:38 PM
Hey I'm Isaac, I'm new to the whole forum thing and figured I would give it a go. I own an 85 silverado that was my dads truck since I was 4 years old and it's seen good times as well as bad times lol. he handed it down to me and I'm currently in the restoration process, would really like to do alot of the work myself, which brought me here hoping to connect and gain some knowledge from members that have been around the block with these trucks while hoping to make some friends. I live in NYC and have only seen about 5 C10 pickups in this city so I figured why not branch out.

Thanks,
Isaac
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Post by: philo_beddoe on March 20, 2015, 10:32:49 AM
From Western, MA, family man, devoted to the Lord, saved by grace!  I just sold a f-350 diesel for 8k and bought a 1977 Bonanza-20, I guess it's a C-20 1/2 ton. It's really mint, a "barn find".  Oh well, I am slowly tinkering with it until it looks like it did in 1977.  I have not owned a chevy since the early 90's. It's good to be back!
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Post by: mk_tacticalranch on June 24, 2015, 07:14:36 PM
Hello, my name is Mellisa.  Im 32, married with a 14 yr old son.  Live in Northern Idaho. I own my own business training and breeding draft horses.  My baby is a 1987 K20 lifted suburban.  I do all my own work and I love it!  Always Looking for pre-87 3/4 ton suburbans, blazers and 3/4 ton crew cab pick-ups to buy. No major projects planned for the future.  Maybe a swap my 350 for a 454...
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Post by: scorpion on June 24, 2015, 11:42:04 PM
Matt here from south Denver Colorado.  At the age of 16 my friends dad had a 1978 LWB with a 400/400/208/44f/14r.  There was something about it that I really liked.  At one point his dad offered to sell it to me but when I came up with the money he backed out.  Never got over it. 

5 years ago I sold a business (off road aftermarket manufacturing) and sold all of my toys (jeeps - yeah, I know ;).  While surfing Craigslist I ran across a '74 LWB that caught my attention.  The PO had dropped in a 454/465/203/10f/14r and left most of the rest of it alone...it was a perfect starting point to build the one truck I always wanted.  I purchased it for $2200 and drove it home 1 1/2 hours from Colorado Springs at 55mph (factory tires, 4:10's) in 80mph traffic and loved every second of it.

The day after I drove it home I started collecting parts and the slow process of the build - I'm nearing 5 years now.  14b was replaced with a factory 14 CUCV with 4.56 and Detroit.  10b front replaced with a D60.  The sm465 was replaced with a 4L80E and 203 replaced with the less common passengers side drop np241.  The factory 3/4T lift was ditched in favor of more flexible 1/2T springs while growing to ~6-inches to clear 35's.  Factory heads were ditched and replaced with the Vortec 7400 heads, Performer RPM intake, and Fast EFI that now breath through large tube headers, 3-inch exhaust, an X-pipe, and flow master 40's.  Saddle tanks have been replaced with a 30 gal rear mounted Suburban tank to make room for running 2010 Silverado seats and a center console (the cool one with three cup holders).

The shelves in the garage shelves are still packed (aka lots of work left) with interior and exterior parts awaiting install (aka my time).  The persistent saving and selective purchasing of parts has had its ups and downs but the end is in sight.  When I look at it I dream of it being done and can't wait for it to be.  My friends, neighbors, and family don't get it and my wife has had her moments agreeing with them...as a favor to all of them I plan on being buried in it so none of them will ever have to "get it".  :)
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Post by: 86HighSierra on June 28, 2015, 08:16:03 PM
Hi all, Justin here from Wichita, Kansas. I have a 1986 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton 4x4. Its in pieces now. Im 31, have 3 kids and married. Am a union electrician by trade. I bought this truck from my brother when i was 17 years old. It was my first vehicle and these were the only trucks we were allowed to park in dads driveway.
The truck is a sierra classic with a 6" lift, front i used springs and rear is a 4" shackle flip kit with super shackles and 2" lift springs. Just scored a set of slotted mag wheels wrapped with 35" 12.50 15" tires.
I am in the middle of my build, when i get more time and become more comfortable talking and posting on here
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Post by: travisr1988 on June 28, 2015, 09:30:17 PM
Hello, I'm Travis, 26 out of north Austin area, Tx. I always liked the round light squares, my first was a 1979 silverado c20, 350/400/4.10 14b. My current truck is a 1977 custom deluxe c10 350/350/3.42 12b stepside, the motor is fresh .030 over, lunati cam, vortec heads, qjet, headers, etc. I am engaged with 1 child; a 1 year old boy; who will eventually inherent my '77. I am a tire and battery technician by trade, and I enjoy spending time with my family, working on my truck, playing games, and pool (although I don't do much of the latter anymore).
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Post by: bowmank10 on June 28, 2015, 09:37:05 PM
Hey guys, My name is Kaden and I live in Hick Town, USA (aka Fairchild, WI) -population 500. I am soon to be 16 and have spent the last year and a half of my time (and money) bringing a rare 1980 shortbed k10 Silverado with factory A/C and tach , back from the dead. Check out my build thread for more info on the truck. Thanks,
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Post by: kholting on June 29, 2015, 09:48:47 AM
My name is Kholtin just recently got on this forum. This is the first foray I have been on. I'm 21 in a couple days live in CA I'm from Wyoming only here for the marine corps got two years left and going back to Wyoming. I'm married with no kids. I have a 81 Chevy Scottsdale with an 82 350. Currently rebuilding it. I am a diesel Mech for the marines but i have always worked on vehicles before the corps and that is what I will do when I get out. I think that's about it for me pretty simple


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Post by: diesel71805 on June 30, 2015, 06:23:11 PM
Hi name is Shawn, I'm 35 live in brasher falls Ny. I'm restoring a 79 C-10 has a goodwrench 350 4 bolt with a 700 trans . Summit racing headers.

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Post by: oz bowtie on July 22, 2015, 09:21:30 AM
Hi my name is jimmy from cronulla sydney  i own a 1980 c30 right hand drive table top extended tray used as  transporter its a sbc 350 with a turbo 400 auto truck is fully engineered runs on lpg/propane with twin tanks was assembled in australia
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Post by: Trixie13 on July 29, 2015, 03:53:07 PM
Well, my name is Miranda and I hail from the outskirts of a tiny town in South Central Texas.  I came into ownership of a 1974 Chevy C10 Frankenbeater and named him after a friend who passed on 4 years ago, Chadd.  It's a great truck, but it's also quite the frankenbeater, and often leaves me scratching my head. 

I am married and we have a small farm with three Catahoula Leopard dogs and a rat terrier and two cats.  I was hoping to have goats or chickens this year, but work and this mess with losing one truck and inheriting another has put a damper on those plans.

When I'm not working on my truck, I like to cook, love photography (I am even starting a small business with my photography, which specializes in mostly cars, trucks and bikes.  trixie13.weebly.com), and spending time at the lake, fishing with the love of my life.

I will likely have a lot of dumb questions about this crazy truck, so y'all bear with me!  Those of us who knew my friend who died are convinced that he's haunting the truck, considering the hijinks I've been through.
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Post by: TruckinWithSasquatch on August 22, 2015, 12:38:08 PM
What's up yall?
My name is Alex and I am 23 from Central NC and just purchased my first truck ever. It's a 1977 C10 Custom Deluxe. She's full of rust all along the passenger side front fender to rear bumper but I tell you what she is so much fun to drive and just needs a little tlc and I think she'll be around for a while. I hope to one day in the next few years restore her to her former glory or do a fast and loud Street Racer (against all my friends hopes and wishes-they're all mudders). I can't wait to get started on some minor stuff and can't wait to get started. Anyone else in the Raleigh/Wake Forest Area have a similar truck? I'd love to get together with a few fellow square body brothers and see what you've got going on with your truck. Thanks all!!
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Post by: Rest-o-Man on October 28, 2015, 09:05:46 PM
Hello, my name is Art, I live up here in Muskoka Ontario  Canada. I work at at local welding shop, been licenced for around thirty years now. My wife and I have own our home now for around six years.  I`ve built my own shop, Started playing with garden tractor pulling for a few years at the local fair grounds. I have a 81 GMC 2500 350 gas two wheel,  In the past 4 years I`ve done a frame off rotisorrie  restoration. shorter rear dually rear end I put in, reinforst the rear, and alot of other stuff.and its flat black. I`ll post some picture soon.
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Post by: Buck1978 on November 12, 2015, 12:03:21 AM
Hi Everyone!!
 I am Chad and I live in Grande Prairie Alberta Canada I am married no children yet. I have worked in the oil and gas industry for 15 yrs and currently working in a natural gas processing plant.    My project currently is my old high school truck, a 1986 Chevy Silverado 2wd fleet side.  I sold it in the fall of 98 and found it again a year ago while surfing a buy sell sight looking at what an old 86 chevy was selling for. I sold it for $5000 bucks and bought it back for $5000 worn out I regretted selling her since the day old sold her. 
My daily driver is a 99 Jeep Cherokee Xj that I bought new in 99. My driveway truck is a 2015 chevy 2500 high country duramax till the jeep quits.  This is my first major undertaking on a restoration.  The truck has had all the body work done and I am currently working on getting the wiring hooked back up and the new 12 bolt rear end in.   I have partially installed a fresh interior, had my old buckets recovered I replaced the headliner, carpet and dash pad. As well  I installed the one piece glass in the doors, which turned our good.  Replacing the old 10 bolt with a fresh 12 bolt and a eatonposi and 3:73 gears. While working or the rearend I installed a DJM lowering kit with full replacement front end dropping it 3inches  and a 4 inch in the rear. In the front I have a new 383 stoker  and a new set of dart aluminum heads fueled with a new 750 quick fuel carb and all the other nice stuff.  I have a new flex a light with duel cooling fans and rad to install.  I joined looking for some help with a couple wiring issues.  Thanks all!!
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Post by: Symptom on November 20, 2015, 07:40:56 AM
Well here you go.. Im Tommy. Doing my first truck restro kinda. im 42 married 1 daughter and 4 step kidos. a very loving and understanding wife (for the most part) lol. tons and tons of questions been answered by reading in this forum so i finally joined. I work at Toyota building sienna minivans. and Dj. so when i got the free time. or make the free time im messing with the restro. Ready to start chiming in my 2 cents and getting so good answers lol. Talk to everyone soon and thanks for accepting me in here.
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Post by: BusClown on November 20, 2015, 07:46:59 AM
Hello Everyone!  I live in northwest Florida with my wife and best friend Linda. We have a 1985 Chevy Silverado 2wd fleet side and been working on having a 383 Stroker built for the last 15 months and it's back in the shop. We also redid the interior and repainted the whole truck but We're just having Bad Luck.
 Hopefully now that I joined this truck forum my luck will change... ;).
Thanks For Having Us
 Jack
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Post by: Sully 3 on November 28, 2015, 03:27:53 PM
Hi folks I'm Sully 3 my Mom and Dad gave me a strange name Sully 3. No My name is Kevin Sullivan I grew up in Boston and moved to Flordia in 89. My main ride is a 83 Chevy step side with a 250 I love that truck. We got this 84-85 Midas RV its a Chevy P30 with a 454 due to medical co-pays we lost our house so now its Judy, Rigby the tux Lab and our daughter said no way don't blame her. More to come but 12 back operations don;t let me sit long
Kevin,  Kev.  Sull,  Sully
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Post by: Jr. on December 03, 2015, 09:29:16 PM
Hello! My name is Milton and I live in Antioch, CA which is in S.F. Bay Area. I'm approaching 43 on the 12th (Lord willing). I've been building motors (that's why I go by Motormouth454) since I was 15 and I love it!!! My current project is a 1973 C10 Stepside with a 454 from the factory.  9:1 compression, .540 Summit Racing camshaft, Professional Products Cyclone 2 Intake , 781 oval ports, HEI, Flowtech Headers, Flowtech Afterburners mufflers, factory 12 bolt 3.23 posi, & th400. (Waiting for the arrival of SMI Racing  Stage II 800 CMF Quadrajet in 2-3 weeks.) Will be installing (most of these parts are stacked in the garage)a Summit Racing 2500 stall converter, modifying tranny valve body, adding transcooler and  deeper pan. (Truck  breaksloose @25 mph without the carb and stall converter.) Maybe 100 - 150 shot of laughing gas to top it off.  I'd like to become a site supporter but can't seem to figure out how to access it.

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Post by: philo_beddoe on December 10, 2015, 08:51:27 AM
Greetings, I probably should have posted here months ago. The name is Dave, I live in MA (no where near Boston). I have always been a Chevy guy. First vehicle was a 1970 chevelle, then a 79 camaro z28. I bought a ford f-350 a couple years ago, restored it and sold it for a good amount, then I bought a 1977 Bonanza the same day and never looked back. I often ask dumb questions on this site just for fun, i can pull a motor rebuild it and put it back in...but then i'll ask questions on how to install a rear bumper-  that's just how it is. You'll see on the bottom of my post a bible verse, so, yes I am a Christian and God's word is my final authority for all living and life matters. My truck is one of my hobbies, not my idol, although if I could park it in my living room i would, haha. I work for the U.S. Govt. I am a federal officer with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, kind of like a game warden except with agriculture (plants/animals). My office is in Tolland, CT, 10 min. up the road from Vile, and yes I do brag about that, lol. Anyway, March 2016 will be one year of being a 73-87 member. This is a great family oriented site, glad to be here. My next big project/purchase is a k series, i need a 4x4 for the rough winters here in new england. I just restored (not a frame off) my 77 Bonanza and would love to be able to garage for the winter after I paint it...except I just need a garage. Oh yeah, i'm married with two kids, fun-fun..
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Post by: JasonD45 on January 28, 2016, 06:06:36 PM
Hey all, I'm new here. I have an 87 Silverado long bed, with an 8 inch lift. I'm married with one baby, from Long Island New York. I also have a 2008 trailblazer ss, 2005 magnum r/t, and a car I don't like. My name is Jason, or Jay.  I'll post a picture of my truck once I figure out how!
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Post by: Gunnz133 on March 05, 2016, 12:22:01 PM
Hello all, I'm just stopping in to introduce myself. My name is Jeremy, I go by Gunnz the nickname I earned in the military. I am 35 live in NE Georgia, small town of Hartwell about 45 mins north of Athens and 2 hours N of Atlanta. I work as a troubleshooter, read as maintenance, for Michelin North America. I've turned wrenches since I was 14 and enjoy fixing things. I have 2 daughters 7 and 14, twice divorced. Certified on Gas, Diesel, and alternative fuel engines. I'm newish to the older full size trucks. I just purchased a 79 C-30 454  3 speed auto. Looking to make some upgrades to her. I also own a 86 full size Bronco 302 auto trans, a 66 C-10, and my daily gas saver a 09 Jetta S.
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Post by: Burkhalter on April 12, 2016, 12:52:07 PM
Hello I'm Seth I am about 20 minutes to the south west of Medford. I am 23 not married and don't have kids. I just started dating a girl that lives two and a half hours away in Anderson. I grew up hunting, fishing, camping and going on short term missions trips. I am a follower of Jesus Christ which is my savior. I joined this forum about 3 months ago. I know enough to work on my own personal vehicles and make it look like I know what I'm talking about. Many of the kids I hangout with call me Ron Swanson. At the fire station they call me belt buckle. For me to consider camping to be camping you need to hike in a good 3 miles. Then you can look for a stream or mountain lake to put your pole in and setup your tent. I have an 85 K10 with a 361 and sm 465. My grandfather bought it new. Once he hit 100,000 miles he pulled the 300 out and built the 361 that's in it with my dad. Right now it has 490,300 miles on it. I recently pulled the motor to reseal the oil pan and look at the lower end to see how it was doing and I figured I might as well replace the oil pump while I was in there. My email is burkhalter.1992@gmail.com (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160412/d7ae5192931320367fc0f12c9aa21ed5.jpg)
Oh and my 3 favorite foods are sushi, cheese and crackers and burgers. If you're ever in town there's a little burger joint called Jaspers. Get the bushranger. The patty is made from camel, which is probably some of the best meat you will ever taste. Followed by cow and then kangaroo.
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Post by: Jspeed1987 on December 06, 2016, 08:01:44 AM
Hello everyone my name is John 29 years live about 15miles north of dayton TX. I'm married and we have 3 kids daughter 8, two sons 5 & 3. My daily driver in 1998 Chevy K 1500. My project is a 1979 Chevy C 10 short will base fleet side  I figured this fourum would be a great place to keep my project keep moving little bit at a time I'm always open to advice or suggestions

Thanks
For having me
John
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Post by: kddestefanis on January 21, 2017, 08:22:20 PM
Hey guys,

Just stopping in to introduce myself. My name is Kyle, I'm 27 years old and live in Florida. I just purchased my first square body Chevy this past week. Its a 1983 Chevy C10 with a ZZ4 350 crate motor. Learning as I go with this truck. I picked it up in Georgia and drove it about 600 miles to get it home, stopping in different towns along the way to break the trip up. Its been a great truck so far. Looking forward to getting to know you all and and most of all learning from you.
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Post by: bjwx2 on February 04, 2017, 05:10:11 PM
Hi all,
Name is Bob, just started restoring 1985 S-10 Std cab, looking forward to maybe finding some good advice
and hard to find parts here.
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Post by: Fourxbob on February 04, 2017, 06:57:40 PM
Just another Bob here. Bought my '84 GMC high sierra K1500 back in 2003, put her through the ringer. Now motor is out of an '85 chevy who knows what. It's a 305 for sure. Tranny is a 350 turbo with a shift kit from a 77-79 and transfer case is an np203 from the same year. Its sat in the yard for over 7 years and just got it goin again. Needs alot of work. Wife totaled the car a month ago so I had no choice but to start driving it.
 Rebuilt the quadrajet carburetor. New feul pump, wheelbearings, seals, axle bearings,  all new ujoints. Having trouble with the centering yoke on the front driveshaft. Got some leads on here that I still need to check out. Just installed a new thermostat and water pump today. Got to foolin around with my timing without using my timing light. Bad mistake. Guess I'll be doing that tomorrow.
Good luck with your projects. I know I need. Lol

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Post by: Watson210 on February 21, 2017, 10:22:17 PM
Hey all! Name is Tim. I'm 24 years old. I work for an IT company out of Pittsburgh, PA. Just got my 86 K10 back in November 2016. Got a 350, 350 turbo trans, rough country 6" lift kit, sitting on Bart Super Truckers and 33's. Just put on Hooker 2453HKR headers, plugs & wires, and working on the rest of the exhaust this weekend.
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Post by: dbolen3 on March 06, 2017, 10:52:09 PM
Hello everyone my name is David and I live in Conway, SC near Myrtle Beach. I just moved here about a year ago because the wife was tired of the cold and wanted to be near the water so I said let's go. I travel for my job installing optical equipment that makes eyeglasses and go all over the US. I am not home much but try to keep up with the site as much as I can because I am up late every night.

I am originally from Roanoke, VA and have owned 3 square bodies and presently have a 1987 R10 2wd long bed with a 305 and dual tanks. I bought it over 6 years ago and have been fixing it up slowly as money allows. I have replaced all the suspension parts and had the tranny rebuilt with new 343 gears in the rear and she runs good with 170,000 miles on the original motor. It is my daily driver and will take it anywhere.

I look forward to talking with everyone and will be glad to help when I can with what I know and have come across while working on my truck.


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Post by: BlazerNerd97 on March 07, 2017, 01:22:41 PM
Hello everyone! My name is Symon Bootsma. I live in a small town called Newberry Springs about 30 minutes East of Barstow, California between the I-15 and I-40 freeways. I currently am still going to college working on getting my Business Degree. I'm almost 20 years old, only a couple months off. I spend my summer working on the family farm, however, this coming summer I am going to try and get a job again working for the well-drilling company I worked for when I was 17.

I currently own three square body trucks because they are my whole life. They consist of a 1975 C10 Cheyenne, a 1983 C30 C&C Sierra, and a 1990 Silverado Blazer. I am looking to invest in two other squares (a 1984 M1009 CUCV and a 1976 K30 dually). I was for sure going to invest in a 1976 K20, but I found I my brother bought it while I was gone...I'll get it off of him. He knows I love square bodies. I'm hoping to learn a lot here ant to be able to expand my knowledge on these vehicles as I do not know too terribly much about them.
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Post by: Al-Haqq on March 28, 2017, 04:43:13 PM
Hello everyone I'm D. And I'm new to the group. Ive been reading a lot of the messages in the forums, and have learned a lot, but have way more questions. I own a 1986 Chevy C10 2wd, with a 350 in it. I bought it 2yrs ago for $800, and have done nothing to it but drive the heck out of if. Lately I've come to grips that since I'm not in a position to buy a new truck, I should fix the one I have.
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Post by: GotIPA on March 29, 2017, 08:59:40 AM
Hi All,

I'm Amanda from Idaho and I know nothing about trucks! Yep, 35 and no kids. Since high school I've dreamt about owning an early Bronco and have been a big fan of loud trucks and fast cars. In recent years I've decided it's time I learn how engines work. So I recently made the leap and I've got a 1975 Chevy Cheyenne K20 that needs a lot of work but she drives strong. She's got a bit of rust and she isn't very pretty but to me she's perfect. I've been doing lots of reading on here and it's inspiring! Seeing as how none of the gauges work I figure I will start there and eventually get myself welding (borrowing the roommates welder) to patch some rust areas around the wheels. And after some tinkering I hope to get a decent, cheap paint job on her. I plan on using her as a truck and mountain vehicle.


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Post by: 2dudes1wrench on April 15, 2017, 11:33:57 PM
Zach, 25, Married 1 kid.

My '83 c10 was my first truck and has been in the family since 2001. My friend CJ and I recently started a Youtube channel called "2dudes1wrench" we are recording the entire build of the pick up. I'm happy to finally join this form and learn from all of you!
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Post by: whiskey101 on July 10, 2017, 08:11:23 PM
Hi my name is Chris.i live in the south and my truck is a 1983 k10 with 98k original miles.restoring it little by little.Suspension was modified but eng, trans, and axles all original.

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Post by: jstatic77 on July 26, 2017, 10:45:38 AM
Woohoo! I am in...
My name is Joe from San Diego, I am 39. i work as estimator for glazing contractor and i take night classes. I recently picked up a 75' scottsdale. My first vehicle when i got outta highschool was a 1981 silverado that i sold 10 years ago and wish i never did.
but hey i got a 75 now.  :)

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Post by: frankentruck79 on July 31, 2017, 11:26:27 PM
Jay

Live in the STL area (Illinois side)
I'm a programmer working in iOS and android development.
Bought a 74 Chevy k10
https://frankenchevy.wordpress.com

Is the blog following my build.


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Post by: 79ScottsdaleGuy on August 14, 2017, 07:10:21 PM
My name is Johnny, 30 years old, about 20 minutes south of Fort Smith Arkansas. Former GM certified tech, however not master tech, and ASE certified tech.  I have a 1979 C-10 Scottsdale restoration project to give back to the old man.  This was his favorite truck he had ever owned and he had bought it brand new off the showroom floor in 1979 when he got back stateside from the U.S. Military service.  He later sold the truck to help pay for a newer vehicle for some of us kids.  After much discussion, i went to great lengths to track the truck back down in Fort Worth Texas, where I was able to make an offer and re-acquire ownership.  The body was still rust free, but had new dents, and the original 305 had spun several rod bearings.  Removed the 305, built a performance 350, I rebuilt trans, am looking for 3.73 posi for twelve bolt to drop in, and am working on finishing interior and then off to body shop for work and paint.   I am probably going to rebuild the original 305 as well and keep it on the side in case I ever want to return truck to matching numbers.  I have a few pics in members ride page if interested. Welcome all new members and as always, this page forum group is awesome and extremely knowledgeable.  Special thanks for letting me be apart of it.


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Post by: BobBastion on September 15, 2017, 01:22:53 PM
Hey Y'all, guess where I'm from. Yep, the south. I'm 53 years old with 2 kids, wifey, a dog and 2 cats (not mine). I live just across the line from Tennessee in Georgia but I can literally throw a rock into Chattanooga. I have an 80 model c-10 that I have been driving since 95 and a recently acquired 82 Silverado which is why I joined this board.
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Post by: adam.smith2676 on September 16, 2017, 08:18:11 AM
Hey guys I'm Adam, 23 years old and I live in south west Louisiana. Recently bought a 78 c10 stepside to restore because I've always dreamed of having a classic vehicle. I've learned a ton from this forum already but I'm sure there's plenty more I'll need to know!


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Post by: juggernaut6625 on October 11, 2017, 12:43:43 AM
Hey,
 My names Hunter 27 single with a newborn. I'm from just north of New Orleans. I just bought a 83 GMC SWB Stepside after my 2016 GMC Sierra got squashed by an 18 wheeler. I figured i would get something solid and sturdy which is easy to work on. I have plenty of questions and I'm sure y'all will be plenty of help.
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Post by: seahawktweak on October 15, 2017, 12:06:33 PM
Hello, everyone.  My name is Chris.  I am 43, retired Navy and live in Virginia Beach, VA.  I have my Dads old 78 Sierra Classic LWB  with a 350/TH350. 


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Post by: durtylmm on November 28, 2017, 02:25:37 PM
hi all my name is Dillon i'm 26, I've been dating my girlfriend for five months now ( we have been best friends for over a year now before dating) and we have no kids, i live in south Jordan UT ( my truck and other vehicles are at my dads shop in highland UT).i currently have a 2008 Chevy duramax that i have been building ( aiming for 700hp and around 1500ftlbs of torque ) as my daily driver/weekend warrior, a 77 Chevy c30 dually which is my project, i plan on bagging it and possibly swapping in a duramax motor and Allison trans, this is my first full on custom project so if any one has any tips the dont mind sharing to a new comer fell free to shoot them my way, i will greatly appreciate it. when i'm not working on those two i'm trying to get my dad motivated to work on his 1960 ford f100 factory 4 door or our 77 Monte carlo. i am a production line mechanic for a medical company in salt lake city. i like to do anything outdoors or that has to do with motors.
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Post by: PBritty on December 04, 2017, 02:13:36 PM
Hello,

My name is Patrick (PBritty to some of my friends).  I am 48 and I have always wanted a 1986 SB Silverado so this year my son, who is 14, came to me with one that was 90% done and 60K miles so I bought it.  Then we bought one off a farmer for cheap and we are re-building it.

I learned how to paint and do body work in high school - we were blessed with a technical school.  Everything else I just figure out ;>}. 

So far we have replaced the entire brake system, vent windows, ripped out the interior and have everything to go back in once we take care of some rust.

Cheers!!
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Post by: Mjfreuland on June 02, 2018, 07:15:53 PM
Hey guys, I'm Michael Reuland. 27 years old, married for 8 years, and one 2 year old named Jack. Just bought my first 1974 c10 short bed step side. Running project. Super excited to get on this page and learn as much as possible about this truck. Gotta a lot to do to it, but looking forward to it.
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Post by: Frozenoak on June 19, 2018, 11:01:58 AM
Good morning,

My name is Dale, and I'm a truckaholic ;)  I started going by Frozenoak back in my CB Radio days and have carried it with me through my D&D days, into online Gaming and Social Media.  I live in Southern California and work 40 some miles away in South Orange County.  I work for a medical device company as an engineering technician.  I was raised in the southeast corner of Colorado until 9, then the Ozark Mountains of Oklahoma until I graduated High School.  The first car I bought was a pickup truck, thanks to a song by Joe Diffy, and I went away to the Marine Corps.  After I got out, I stayed in Southern California.  Some of my other hobbies include Ham Radio, Backpacking, Hot Air Ballooning, and Motorcycles.

The missus gave me a 1974 Chevy Cheyenne Super for my birthday about a month ago.  It's a Project Truck, that runs, so it'll have to take a back seat to the CB750 Cafe Racer project motorcycle that is currently not running.  First thing I did was put new "better" rims (15X8) and tires (31X10.5 All Terrain) on her.  Then I had to rebuild the Fuel Line from the fuel pump to the carb.  She runs great now but there's rust in the tank so that's next.  Also debating moving the filler neck so that I can fill up like a normal person.  She has a lot of body rust in the typical spots so I've also been pricing patch panels but that'll have to wait, and the 383 upgrade, and the leather interior, and the...

Regards,
Dale
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Post by: cheves on June 26, 2018, 08:45:52 AM
Hello
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Post by: talan1979 on July 23, 2018, 09:04:28 PM
hi there im talan just bought a 1976 camper special c30 dually im new at this year of vehicle but already i have learned alot about it any tips on the fuel tank valve positions would be really helpfull
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Post by: ShogunK20 on July 24, 2018, 06:49:20 AM
Hello everyone,  hail from Kentucky. 46 with a set of twins. Have a project 83 K20 I'm working on. Career cop with 20 years under my belt.

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Post by: GrandpaCMC on August 08, 2018, 09:11:51 AM
Hello everyone, I'm Steve we live in North Carolina and have gained some acreage in the hills of the Blue Ridge. As such my wife decided we'd go back to our childhood, so we bought a 73 C20 that's in pretty good shape but has a rise of around 6" which doesn't sound bad until you climb in out a few times.  But none of us have any ideas that if you own a  73 4 x 4 is not going to keep you or your neighborhood repairman under the dash, hood, or just underneath (great advantage of a 6" rise) to my wife that's me.
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Post by: TBPC1 on August 10, 2018, 01:39:02 PM
hi, im dave, just joined the forum. ive always been a chevy guy. i had a 84 chevy stepside years ago, and my project restoration is a 1975 gmc jimmy which is the reason why im on here. unfortinatly i currently reside in the buffalo new york area, but after this restoration project is finnished i plan on moving to either WV or Virginia
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Post by: GrandpaCMC on August 11, 2018, 05:45:17 PM
slight change its a K20, its got an old beat up old 7pin trailer light plug on the bumper but it has never been wired in. So the next project wiring in a brake box a new plug for the trailers.
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Post by: K-10 red on September 06, 2018, 09:23:11 AM
Hello I'm Pete from North ga. near Helen . Got a 1985 K10 all original third owner. I check forums every day since I retired last year.
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Post by: heahoehn on September 07, 2018, 07:37:26 AM
I probably don't live near anyone here in Indiana, but I'm Heather. 26. Met my husband in metal and wood shop when we were 15. 2 BEAUTIFUL baby girls! And I have wanted a 1978 Chevrolet Silverado since I was 9. I don't know what got into my head, but nothing else would do the trick. I shared that with my dad who supported me saving for one, so I started collecting change like crazy (I was 9 and our cash flow was pretty minimal lol.) My uncle, Paul Gene, who passed a couple of years ago loved rebuilding old cars and trucks! He caught wind of what I was doing and bought me a change sorter and roller so taking my money to savings would be easier. I love my dad and my Uncle so much and I'm sad I can't share this with him, but I hope he can see me from where he is. August 6th, my husband surprised me with this beauty and I didn't pick up as much experience as I would have hoped from my dad and my uncle but I still loved working with them so much! I'm hoping for A LOT of help from you guys as I move forward. I look forward to seeing everyone's trucks and progress and I'm beyond excited to be a part of this group! Meet my beauty, Imelda Gene!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180907/dfe97446786390e5215ca892fcd321ff.jpg)

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Post by: JohnnyPopper on September 10, 2018, 01:42:42 PM
Nice suggestion! My name is John, I live in San Diego (don't hate-Procreate!) I'm 58, married, 3 grown children, 5 grandchildren.

I've been wrenching since I was a boy helping my dad on his projects.

Johnny Popper is what my auto shop teacher used to call the single cylinder farm engines with the big cast iron flywheels. I found one in Washington State and restored it, name just stuck.

I have had probably too many chevy's to count, used to flip cars and trucks for spending money. Right now I have 1978 K10 Stepside 350/4BBL/TH350/NP203 Barn find 2 years ago. Just had to clean it up. I bought it to flip...

Found a 1980 C 10 350/4BBL/TH350 Stepside in the mountains near here, will be bringing her home this week to start restoration. She's mechanically sound, just cosmetically ugly.

I'll post pic's as we go along. Cheers!!!
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Post by: Andrew1989 on December 12, 2018, 11:49:37 PM
Hello. New to the forum, and figured I should do an introduction.

My name is Andrew. I’m a soldier located out of Nashville, TN.

I own a 1977 C10, 1998 K1500, and an 87 s10 4x4.

Avid hunter, shooter, hot rodder, and traditional male.




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Post by: Burkhalter on February 05, 2019, 02:01:53 AM
Figure I should reintroduce myself, It's been almost 2 years since I posted. I'm Seth, I live in southern Oregon, just had my first wedding anniversary in September and we are expecting our first child in July. I have an 85 K10 with 350/sm465/np205 and an 04 explorer. Like fishing, hunting and would say that your not camping unless you have hiked in about a mile.
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Post by: Manswame on April 16, 2019, 12:47:22 AM
Hey all,

Just got my "first" chevy pickup and I'm excited to get her built. Stole her away for $500 and drove her away! Its been hit or miss since then. So far I've had to replace the starter, some fuel lines and the heater core but now I'm struggling with a vacuum leak of sorts. I won't go into too much detail here but come find me complaining about it on the boards.

As for me I'm an airplane mechanic by trade and vehicle mechanic by hobby. I've dabbled in it all and there's not too much I can't understand with a little explanation. I have some advice to give and a lot I need. See you in the forum!

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Post by: Mpiersd on May 21, 2019, 06:31:29 AM
Howdy all.  David here, 46 years old and looking for my first square body.  My grandfather had a 85(?) Scottsdale when I was growing up, standard cab long bed, 305 with the 700r4.
I'm looking for a Crew Cab, SRW, long bed, 4x4.  Something to take hunting, drive the beach in OBX and still have room for the kids so we don't always have to take the wife's Jeep.
I'm currently in Yorktown, VA but split my time between here and eastern Kansas.
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Post by: MGerdau on May 17, 2020, 08:26:04 PM
Hi, I'm Mike, I live in Central Oregon with my Wife, a black lab named Dodger, my 97 year old Mom (next door), and my Wife's weird (in a nice way) uncle.  I'm 68 retired from the Marine Corps in 1993, worked for the Forest Service for a couple of years, then the County DA's Office for 10 years, and then had my own Private Investigation and Security Firm for 10 years.  I've been wrenching on cars, motorcycles, and small engines since I was eight.  After Vietnam I obtained my AS in Import Automotive Mechanics, worked for a Datsun Dealership and realized I didn't like the time constraints of working for a boss, so I went back on active duty with the Marine Corps.  My wife and I have a mixed family, she has a daughter and three sons and I have a son and daughter.  We have a 1937 Harley Servicar, 1955 F350, 1964 Falcon Ranchero, 1969 VW Squareback, 1985 Chevy 4x4 Pickup, 2009 Dodge Charger, and a 2019 Subaru Outback.
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Post by: gardwadt on May 29, 2020, 11:48:10 AM
Hello everyone. I am from Utah with a recently purchased 78 Chevy C10 with a 454 and a TH350 from my son in-law. Hoping to get a lot of good info and help from this forum.
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Post by: BADGE73 on June 15, 2020, 06:49:34 PM
Howdy Folks, my name is Zack and I live out in Eastern Washington. Never been into trucks, it's always been cars for me and Ford, so what brought be here!? Well see my grandpa passed away and left me his 1973 Cheyenne C20 Camper Special and now that it sits in my driveway, I can't help but find myself getting overly obsessed with everything about it's square body and who can resist a V8! He was the original owner and I intend on bringing her back to life as original as the day it rolled off the Freemont assembly line. Looking forward to meeting you all and seeing what you are all working on!
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Post by: AlfaKartinez on February 22, 2021, 01:33:02 AM
Hi everyone, my name is David, I am 29 years old and from the state of New York.I will be glad to communicate and appreciate your advice.
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Post by: 82scottsdalec10 on June 02, 2021, 09:52:00 PM
Hey fellow square body lovers. New to the forum here. Im 41 years living in the south central ky area. Have 4 amazing kids (almost 16 year old twins, 10 year old and 4 year daughters). I currently own a Frankenstein 82 c10. I say that cause the cab is 82 with mid 80s doors, 90 suburban front end, hood i dont know the year. Bed is from a 77 stepside with a narrowed el camino rear bumper and a g20 front van bumper all on a mid 70s frame and next month its getting a cutdown c20 chassis. Truck is eventually gonna be bagged. Have owned several squarebody area trucks. A 86 gmc high sierra, 85 jmc jimmy, 85 c10 and a 75 crewcab.
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Post by: TIREKIKR on June 21, 2021, 06:16:37 PM
Hey from Colorado!  Have owned many pre-72's, but just scored this cool body-off resto 1974 C10. Super excited to get in on the fun you've all been having with these!  383 Stroker, AT, Vintage Air.  Gotta figure out where all the square-body folks are meeting up here in the Mile High state.  Hope to catch up with some of you out there.  - Thx, Rick

PS: It hasn't yet been back on the road, as I have some kinks to work out first.  Will be looking to the forum for help. 
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Post by: Bobbyball on August 26, 2021, 02:33:39 AM
 Hi Everybody,
yeah, I´m new here too,   I´m Bobby, just turned 57 years old and fulfilled a lifelong dream by buying a 76 C10 V8 350 Custom Deluxe. I live in Germany, about 25 miles north of Frankfurt.
i was stationed here with the British Army back in the day and just stayed here when everybody else left.
Now, owning this baby and getting parts shipped to Germany is going to be expensive but really worthwhile for me, hope you natives are friendly and don´t bite, cos I´m going to be needing some good advice as I go along.  really happy to be here ...   
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Post by: 1980K20 on August 28, 2021, 05:07:14 PM
Hi everybody, I've been building a 1980 K20 4x4. Build posting is on the member ride section but just saw this thread.

I'm 58, living in western Washington with wife, two high schoolers and dogs up in the foot hills.  Kids are not at all interested in turning wrenches so I've got a few friends who help out. Bought the 1980 to be a donor chassis and drive train for my 1952 International pickup, the truck I learned to drive on and saved from the family farm. Recovered the '52 three years ago and acquired the k20 in the fall. Spent 1.5 years fixing up the mechanical, but by then had decided I'd electrify the' 52.  So I'm finishing up the '80. Unfortunately I hadn't chosen that good a body and ended up with total overhaul. Will get it finished (are they ever finished??) this fall or winter.

Look forward to continuing discussions with others.

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