Just was rearended... 1975 Jimmy RIP

[VileZambonie]

Why'd you ask fitz though? This is Mike Phillips truck.

[beastie_3]

I dont know what happened. Was reading one of Mikes posts but must have looked at the wrong name. Sorry Mike!

[Mike Phillips]

***Update***

Had my 1975 Jimmy appraised today by T Willhite from Auto Appraisal Network.  

http://www.autoappraisalnetwork.com/

From what I observed he did a very thorough job of inspecting my truck inside and out.  I supplied him with a list of all the modifications which included links to websites where you could either get more information on the component or check the price.  I also supplied him with copies of as many receipts as I could assemble plus a copy of my Bill of Sale

I gave him print-outs of 6 Jimmy's or Blazers that sold on eBay or AutoTraderClassics.com that were "comparable" to mine or comparable with my notes that show how they were different, usually the differences were no big block or the truck didn't have 3/4 ton running gear, or no rear disc brakes, etc.

He said he would send me my appraisal within about a week.

Charge was $295.00

If you have a classic car or truck, I would recommend getting a professional appraisal performed and if you don't already, create a file with all your receipts and documentation for your investments or modifications.

[Captkaos]

Keep us informed!

[fitz]

Fitz, any updates? I tried searching, didnt find anything new.

Just had to go check on my truck, all is well.
Hopefully Mike gets his $$ soon to start on his next project.

[k5blazerfan]

here is a rough estimate, regarding a 1/2 ton running gear and a 454 this might give you a ballpark figure on what to expect after you figure in the upgrades prolly can tag on another 10 grand

[Lt.Del]

If you have a classic car or truck, I would recommend getting a professional appraisal performed and if you don't already, create a file with all your receipts and documentation for your investments or modifications.

great advice Mike.  That's not something we think about often because it always happens to the "other" guy.  Well, you never know.

Fitz, I'm glad your truck is fine.  LOL

[choptop]

Here's one to add to your list of considerations if interested>
http://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/1597246699.html

[k5blazerfan]

mike take a look at this.... its a pricing guide for a 76 jimmy with the 1/2 ton running gear and a 454... i dunno give ya something to give ya an estimate   http://www.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0&l=1&w=22&p=1&f=5014&y=1976&m=1071&d=80&c=10&o=3663~3664&vi=92337&z=82009&da=-1

[Captkaos]

Funny that is listed since you could never get a BBC in a Blazer...

[Mike Phillips]

Here's one to add to your list of considerations if interested>
http://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/1597246699.html

That looks like a good start to me...

Just in the waiting mode right now.  The Appraiser sent his appraisal in today not sure how long it will take from here forward.  I'll call him tomorrow and ask him.

Thanks for the link...

[Mike Phillips]

mike take a look at this.... its a pricing guide for a 76 jimmy with the 1/2 ton running gear and a 454... i dunno give ya something to give ya an estimate   http://www.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0&l=1&w=22&p=1&f=5014&y=1976&m=1071&d=80&c=10&o=3663~3664&vi=92337&z=82009&da=-1

Thanks!

I'm pretty sure the classic car appraiser would know about this site and page but I"m going to send it to him tomorrow anyways.

I like the values presented, they seem "Real World"

[Mike Phillips]

I called my Insurance Rep today and asked them to give me the mileage off the Odometer as it was recorded right after I got the Jimmy running and the exhaust hooked up to be quiet and legal, that was in a day of getting the engine fired up, timed and ready to drive.

Compared it to the mileage on the Odometer as of yesterday and I have approximately 4000 miles on EVERYTHING, that is the engine, carb, headers, transmission rebuild, and so on and so on.

I've changed the oil a total of 4 times since firing up the motor and will change it again this weekend.  (Cheap insurance).

I also called my classic car appraiser and informed him of this today also as I didn't have this data when he was here on Monday, February 22nd

[Mike Phillips]

Found out from a friend that's a claims adjuster that here in Florida, if the Insurance company totals my truck, and that's what they're doing as of the last time I talked to them, if I accept their offer to settle then a tow truck will come get my truck and haul it away to ? I don't know where?

But at some point in time it will go up for auction and if I want it back I'll have to bid for it and win. 

My friend has a 1971 or 1972 Chevy 4x4 1/2 ton Stepside shorty that he's been saving for I think he said 10 or 15 years.  He said it's complete and rust free and he would sell it to me.

At this point I'm open to a cool project truck to build, it doesn't have to be a Blazer but that would be best since everything I have will bolt right in.  If I could pick a truck I would like to find a 1957 Chevy 4x4, 3/4 ton long bed stepside if they were ever built.  That would be pretty cool.  That or a 1971 or 1972 Chevy 3/4 ton LWB 4x4

I want to go with 44" tires and for this reason I want something longer than a Blazer or 1/2 ton truck for a divorced Transmission/Transfercase set-up for the ability to drop the T-case a little to help with drive-line angles.

Kind of wouldn't mind getting rid of the NP208/700R4 system and just go with a Short Shaft Turbo 400 and a NP205 or maybe an Atlas.

Just some random thoughts... a 1957 Monster Truck in black with a fresh Pirate Flag would be pretty cool, oh yeah...

10" or 12" I-Beam Bumpers for sure this time and an appraisal after it's running, ASAP

[Lt.Del]

if I accept their offer to settle then a tow truck will come get my truck and haul it away to ? I don't know where?

everything's negotiable.   Don't accept unless.....(whatever).
You are in the driver's seat.