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68gmsee · 08-06-2008, 10:45 AM

What would you do next? I was asked that the other day and didn't really have an answer.

I've been tinkering with my two trucks for a long time. I suspect I'll be too old to do any work on them before they're completely finished.

But, if I ever do finish them, I'm sure I'll have to find another old truck or car to tinker with in my spare time. Just can't picture myself sitting around admiring my work.

gcburdic · 08-06-2008, 10:49 AM

I am already thinking of doing a 72 short fleet two tone......just gotta convince the wifey and find the space to do it locally!!!!!!

chevy72blu · 08-06-2008, 10:55 AM

400" 68 Firebird and a BBC 71 Chevelle have been dreams of mine since I was probably 7 or 8...

And of course, a budget "rat rod" 67-68 GNC LWB. Bags, C-notch, satin black, pinstripes, saddle blanket seat, old busted piston as the shifter, caddy tails, red/lime green steelies with white walls, 50's era dash grafted in... Im gonna go nuts with the thing.

.... One day

67_C-30 · 08-06-2008, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chevy72blu

400" 68 Firebird and a BBC 71 Chevelle have been dreams of mine since I was probably 7 or 8...

I like the way you think! I have '67 Firebird 400 4 speed, factory A/C car that I hope to be able to get to one day. I always said I'd never do another car, but I would love to do that one. I also have a '71 1/2 Pontiac GT-37, but since I found the Firebird, it has become my Poncho of choice.

sick69 · 08-07-2008, 06:21 AM

I would like MY next project, after finishing this one and the two boys projects, to be an early 30's sedan.

Something like this?

With later model vette running gear, complete factory fuel injection. I don't know beyond that. The possibilities are endless at this point considering it's probably 10-12 years out.

Frank

Dingfodgy · 08-06-2008, 11:20 AM

.......the wife has always wanted a 69/70 Mustang Fastback. Out of all the Blue Oval pony cars these are the best looking IMHO. However, Papa has always wanted to roll in a early 60's sled- Like either a '60-62 Impala / Bonneville or a '62-'64 Continental (Ragtop preferred of course). Being as I'm a good 4-5 years from being relatively "done" with the SWB I have time to ponder this. Who knows- maybe I'll build that rally car I've always wanted and do the Rally America thing

ChevLoRay · 08-06-2008, 12:07 PM

....I'll be a lot older, the way it's been going.

Geeze, if I was younger (and when I was) I would want to build a '65-67 Mustang. Got a lot of memories of those. But wait, there's more!!! Another '54 Ford 2-Dr and another '56 Mercury Monterey 2-dr HT; another '66 Dart GT V-8; a '56 Chevy SWB pickup; another '67 Firebird Sprint HT; and my wife wants her '93 Camry SE back.

PanelDeland · 08-06-2008, 10:52 AM

A neglected project.I think I would start one that would never be finished.I enjoy driving mine so much while upgrading that I would probably start another then neglect it.

**SOON2BLAZE** · 08-06-2008, 12:24 PM

build a 4wd!!!! Either a 60's International travelette or a 70 blazer

Ackattack · 08-06-2008, 12:28 PM

My wife wants an old Nova, but then her uncle has a 442 that has been sitting in his driveway since I met my wife that I might be able to "keep in the family".

But then again, I sold my Jeep when I started on this 68, and that was a lot of fun, so maybe I'll get another jeep to tinker and play with.

**Palf70Step** · 08-06-2008, 12:32 PM

If I ever finish mine, I'll work on one with my son. Noty sure what that will be yet, and more than likely mine will never really be done. I just hope mine is driveable before I jump in to help my son with one. (I got about 5 years

)

Bowtiefreak · 08-06-2008, 12:42 PM

Probably work on paying my mortgage off!! Ha Ha

FRENCHBLUE72 · 08-06-2008, 12:37 PM

Id start on a ride for my 8 year old son..

estig70 · 08-06-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Id start on a ride for my 8 year old son..

that's what I'm talking about, even though my son is only 4, he'll probably be old enough to drive it when I do finish it. Built it with my dad, probably finish rebuilding it with my son.

sick69 · 08-06-2008, 12:43 PM

My boys have already started planning on my next projects. They are both into the older trucks so that means I have about 5 years to finish mine. Good thing is they are a couple years apart so I won't be trying to do 2 at once.

My oldest son isn't sure what he wants yet but the younest loves the 67-72 chevy trucks so he's kinda leaning to those.

Frank

samwise68 · 08-06-2008, 12:58 PM

They're never really done. Mine still needs quite a bit of work, and would be considered "in progress" by most folks. But, I enjoy driving it too much to tear it down again.

So, that leaves but one option - start another project! I'm thinking a car this time around. I've always liked the first and second gen. Chevy II's. So has my dad. So, another father/son project may take off. But, that has to wait until I make sure I can afford my next two years of college and such.

I'm thinking a two door, satin black, red rims, with chrome center smoothies. maybe a slight rake? minimal interior, black seats, maybe diamond plate door panels. That sort of bare bones idea.

Engine could be anything from a hot, hot six, like a 250 or shoehorn a 292 in it, with a cam, headers, and 3x1 intake. Or a fast spinning small block - 302? 283? 327? Or even a bastardization brand big block shoved in there, like a 455.

But, then again, those are just ideas. bwahah.

-Sam.

Ol'Rover · 08-06-2008, 01:19 PM

Projects are never finished. they just keep going....and going....you keep adding to them or changing them.

silverhog01 · 08-06-2008, 02:28 PM

ummmmmmm always wanted a 70 canarie yeller conv. chevelle bb

yet w/ the morage and the trk i cant afford... ill keep dreaming!!

Number98 · 08-06-2008, 03:13 PM

No worries….. I have 2 more candidates lined up in the shop now!(and in the process of adding another)

68gmsee · 08-06-2008, 03:37 PM

I just retired about a year ago so I have a little more time to tinker these days. I've been working on my 2 trucks off and on for 10-15 years but only one is driveable now.

Someone mentioned that you're really never done with them, and that's probably true. But, you can get to a point where there's nothing other than wash, wax and polish them. That would be boring to me. If I ever finish and still have some years in me, I would like to try to start a 70 Chevelle or 70 Nova build.

Chevyman680063 · 08-06-2008, 03:53 PM

Well whenever I do get through with the 2 I have I'd like to get a '69 Camaro, early 70's Camaro, '37 or '38 Chevy 5 window coupe, '34 Chevy Sedan, 55-57 Bel Air, '58 Impala, '59 Impala, '62 Impala, '69 Chevelle, 70-72 Monte Carlo, early 30's Chevy Pickup, late 30's Chevy Pickup, 41-46 Chevy Pickup, 47-53 Chevy Pickup, 55-57 Chevy Pickup, 73-74 Chevy Pickup, 81-87 Chevy Pickup, 68-72 Nova, '69 GTO Judge, '59 Caddillac (made to look like Ecto1 from Ghostbusters), '69 Charger (the General Lee, YEEHAW

), '67 Mustang Fastback converted to GT500E (Eleanor from Gone In 60 Seconds remake). WHEW!!!! Guess I better go buy some lotto tickets.

Blue'72 · 08-06-2008, 04:16 PM

I'm done with restoring cars and trucks when I'm finished with mine!! Well, after I'm done helping my brother with his!!! Unless I can somehow end up with the 66 Chevelle from down the street.. But that would be it for me!!!! Or if a decent 67-72 Chevy truck should fall into my lap..NO! I can't do it! I'm done! 'Course I've said that a couple times in the past too......... I would like to get some more wood working tools and start another hobby and just enjoy my 72. That's what I've been thinking for some time now.

Ol'Rover · 08-06-2008, 04:41 PM

mwahahaha....you will never be done playing with your toys...seriously...once you got the bug you cant stop.

heavy71chevy · 08-06-2008, 04:45 PM

itll never be completly done...and prolly broke to match lol

beautimus · 08-06-2008, 04:52 PM

i've built a few cars, (fixed up, i should say) a 68 gto, a 70 camaro,a trans am or 2 etc. helped on my dads 33 ford truck, his 48 chevy truck, his 55 chevy truck, etc and my brothers 37 dodge coupe, another brothers 55 bel air, several buddies projects, and stuff, but next, if this truck ever gets finished, i want to build my own car. not a kit car, not a resto, a totally ground up, hand built, one off, sports car. i want to hand build the frame and all of the sheet metal myself, as well as wiring, paint upholstery, brakes, suspension, fuel injection system, i want to fabricate it all. myself. nobody but me. and no one sees it untill i drive it. but i will probably have to wait untill i retire, to start it. right now i am lucky to get any time to spend on the truck. ( if your gonna dream,.. dream big !!!)

08-06-2008, 10:45 AM	#1
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	When you finally finish your project.... What would you do next? I was asked that the other day and didn't really have an answer. I've been tinkering with my two trucks for a long time. I suspect I'll be too old to do any work on them before they're completely finished. But, if I ever do finish them, I'm sure I'll have to find another old truck or car to tinker with in my spare time. Just can't picture myself sitting around admiring my work.

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gcburdic Restoration Virgin! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 8,299	Re: When you finally finish your project.... I am already thinking of doing a 72 short fleet two tone......just gotta convince the wifey and find the space to do it locally!!!!!! __________________ Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present

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chevy72blu Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,189	Re: When you finally finish your project.... 400" 68 Firebird and a BBC 71 Chevelle have been dreams of mine since I was probably 7 or 8... And of course, a budget "rat rod" 67-68 GNC LWB. Bags, C-notch, satin black, pinstripes, saddle blanket seat, old busted piston as the shifter, caddy tails, red/lime green steelies with white walls, 50's era dash grafted in... Im gonna go nuts with the thing. .... One day __________________ RIP EastSideLowLife '72 C20 SWB convert. 5 lug, LS1/4l60e

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sick69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: colorado springs colorado Posts: 737	Re: When you finally finish your project.... I would like MY next project, after finishing this one and the two boys projects, to be an early 30's sedan. Something like this? With later model vette running gear, complete factory fuel injection. I don't know beyond that. The possibilities are endless at this point considering it's probably 10-12 years out. Frank __________________ 70 chevy lwb c10 454/th400 and a 9" rearend suicide doors, marker light fuel fill, 4" cowl , mini tub Last edited by sick69; 08-07-2008 at 06:28 AM.

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Dingfodgy Lemme show you something!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St.Helens, OR. Posts: 876	Re: When you finally finish your project.... .......the wife has always wanted a 69/70 Mustang Fastback. Out of all the Blue Oval pony cars these are the best looking IMHO. However, Papa has always wanted to roll in a early 60's sled- Like either a '60-62 Impala / Bonneville or a '62-'64 Continental (Ragtop preferred of course). Being as I'm a good 4-5 years from being relatively "done" with the SWB I have time to ponder this. Who knows- maybe I'll build that rally car I've always wanted and do the Rally America thing __________________ '67 CST-10 LWB ("Crusty") SOLD '67 GMC SWB ("Murdock") 2000 K1500 Suburban ("Betty") '95 BMW 325i ("Joy")

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ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: When you finally finish your project.... ....I'll be a lot older, the way it's been going. Geeze, if I was younger (and when I was) I would want to build a '65-67 Mustang. Got a lot of memories of those. But wait, there's more!!! Another '54 Ford 2-Dr and another '56 Mercury Monterey 2-dr HT; another '66 Dart GT V-8; a '56 Chevy SWB pickup; another '67 Firebird Sprint HT; and my wife wants her '93 Camry SE back. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

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FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: When you finally finish your project.... Id start on a ride for my 8 year old son.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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sick69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: colorado springs colorado Posts: 737	Re: When you finally finish your project.... My boys have already started planning on my next projects. They are both into the older trucks so that means I have about 5 years to finish mine. Good thing is they are a couple years apart so I won't be trying to do 2 at once. My oldest son isn't sure what he wants yet but the younest loves the 67-72 chevy trucks so he's kinda leaning to those. Frank __________________ 70 chevy lwb c10 454/th400 and a 9" rearend suicide doors, marker light fuel fill, 4" cowl , mini tub

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08-06-2008, 03:37 PM	#20
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: When you finally finish your project.... I just retired about a year ago so I have a little more time to tinker these days. I've been working on my 2 trucks off and on for 10-15 years but only one is driveable now. Someone mentioned that you're really never done with them, and that's probably true. But, you can get to a point where there's nothing other than wash, wax and polish them. That would be boring to me. If I ever finish and still have some years in me, I would like to try to start a 70 Chevelle or 70 Nova build.

08-06-2008, 03:53 PM	#21
Chevyman680063 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 850	Re: When you finally finish your project.... Well whenever I do get through with the 2 I have I'd like to get a '69 Camaro, early 70's Camaro, '37 or '38 Chevy 5 window coupe, '34 Chevy Sedan, 55-57 Bel Air, '58 Impala, '59 Impala, '62 Impala, '69 Chevelle, 70-72 Monte Carlo, early 30's Chevy Pickup, late 30's Chevy Pickup, 41-46 Chevy Pickup, 47-53 Chevy Pickup, 55-57 Chevy Pickup, 73-74 Chevy Pickup, 81-87 Chevy Pickup, 68-72 Nova, '69 GTO Judge, '59 Caddillac (made to look like Ecto1 from Ghostbusters), '69 Charger (the General Lee, YEEHAW), '67 Mustang Fastback converted to GT500E (Eleanor from Gone In 60 Seconds remake). WHEW!!!! Guess I better go buy some lotto tickets.

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Blue'72 Skinned knuckles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Longview, Washington Posts: 1,126	Re: When you finally finish your project.... I'm done with restoring cars and trucks when I'm finished with mine!! Well, after I'm done helping my brother with his!!! Unless I can somehow end up with the 66 Chevelle from down the street.. But that would be it for me!!!! Or if a decent 67-72 Chevy truck should fall into my lap..NO! I can't do it! I'm done! 'Course I've said that a couple times in the past too......... I would like to get some more wood working tools and start another hobby and just enjoy my 72. That's what I've been thinking for some time now. __________________ '72 C-10 longbox soon to be short step! '72 Chevelle (sold in January) '07 Sebring '01 Ranger (I've gotta long commute..) If you try to fail, and succeed, which have you done? My build thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=276904

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Ol'Rover Project: years too late. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Almonte,ON,Canada Posts: 550	Re: When you finally finish your project.... mwahahaha....you will never be done playing with your toys...seriously...once you got the bug you cant stop. __________________ 1971 C10 Stepper LSX 5.3/4L60E 3.73 12bolt posi. Father Son Project. In Memory of Bruce C. Shorten. Rest easy Dad. Ill take it fryom here.

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heavy71chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: antreville, south carolina Posts: 873	Re: When you finally finish your project.... itll never be completly done...and prolly broke to match lol __________________ "Dixie Destroyer" 71 C10 LWB Fleet Future Blown Prostreet Monster

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beautimus Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: woodstock, alabama, usa Posts: 938	Re: When you finally finish your project.... i've built a few cars, (fixed up, i should say) a 68 gto, a 70 camaro,a trans am or 2 etc. helped on my dads 33 ford truck, his 48 chevy truck, his 55 chevy truck, etc and my brothers 37 dodge coupe, another brothers 55 bel air, several buddies projects, and stuff, but next, if this truck ever gets finished, i want to build my own car. not a kit car, not a resto, a totally ground up, hand built, one off, sports car. i want to hand build the frame and all of the sheet metal myself, as well as wiring, paint upholstery, brakes, suspension, fuel injection system, i want to fabricate it all. myself. nobody but me. and no one sees it untill i drive it. but i will probably have to wait untill i retire, to start it. right now i am lucky to get any time to spend on the truck. ( if your gonna dream,.. dream big !!!) __________________ i survived cancer and kidney stones, but my kids are killing me.

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