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powell72 · 07-20-2014, 10:32 PM

The weather was so nice last night I decided to go for a short cruise, and found a photo spot. The truck has been running for about a month now and it's good getting some seat time in. There were times I wanted to set this thing on fire, but it was worth it. One of my best friends helped me out a couple times a week with it for the past few months, many thanks to him.

BlackedOut67shorty · 07-20-2014, 11:03 PM

I love the stance you got there.

tommys72 · 07-21-2014, 12:02 AM

Digging the whole truck! Wheels look great

**lolife99** · 07-21-2014, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by tommys72

Digging the whole truck! Wheels look great

X2.
The wheels fit it perfectly.

**special-K** · 07-21-2014, 08:50 AM

Yup,everything about it. You did it again! And I know you drive them. Good move with the chrome reverses,nice touch. Speaking of nice touches,steering wheel. That's a blue '60s (Chevy) car wheel,right?

bigguy69 · 07-21-2014, 09:03 AM

Nice!

powell72 · 07-21-2014, 12:17 PM

Thanks guys, the truck isn't finished but good enough for the rest of the summer until I recharge my batteries. I think I have the dual carbs dialed, the thing runs like a champ.

Tim, the wheel is an old blue three spoke metal flake wheel. I picked it up off eBay. It's not a Superior 500, but I think it may be a late 60's Grant from my research.

**special-K** · 07-22-2014, 11:32 AM

That's a perfect touch for that era mild custom vibe you have going on. That's what I have going with my '67 project,only nowhere near as far along as yours. I can't wait to just get it drivable. What are your plans with paint?

(...dual carbs,ay? Hmmm,just might reconsider...)

powell72 · 07-22-2014, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

That's a perfect touch for that era mild custom vibe you have going on. That's what I have going with my '67 project,only nowhere near as far along as yours. I can't wait to just get it drivable. What are your plans with paint?

(...dual carbs,ay? Hmmm,just might reconsider...)

I had my painter look at the truck, he's convinced he can do a faux-tina job on the bed that'll match the rest of the truck. Plans for that are this winter around the first of the year. Also going with 3.42's and a posi this winter. The truck has 4.11's now and it's just too much gear on the interstate.

I can't wait to see yours all together.

**michael bustamante** · 07-22-2014, 12:12 PM

Yup great dtance setup. What size tires are you running? They fill in the wheelwells well

powell72 · 07-22-2014, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by michael bustamante

Yup great dtance setup. What size tires are you running? They fill in the wheelwells well

Thanks! The fronts are 225/70's and the rears are 275/60's. The fronts are less than a 1/2" shorter than the rears, plus they're narrower than the 245/60's I usually run, so they don't bounce around in the ruts on some of our roads out here.

C/10 King · 07-22-2014, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackedOut67shorty

I love the stance you got there.

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Originally Posted by tommys72

Digging the whole truck! Wheels look great

X200, on both statements! Nice driver!

Socalwrencher · 07-22-2014, 03:21 PM

really clean truck

Mr Chevorlet · 07-22-2014, 04:06 PM

looking real good, great pic.

67anthony · 07-22-2014, 05:17 PM

Super fine !!

**special-K** · 07-22-2014, 06:20 PM

I was hoping you'd say that on the paint. I tell you,3.42s are great for these days. Tolerable for hiway while keeping the grunt. Then,if you add overdrive they are ideal for that,too.

79azc10 · 07-22-2014, 06:25 PM

Truck looks great

mx289 · 07-22-2014, 07:12 PM

First pic does it.

VERY cool truck.

**Boog** · 07-22-2014, 08:23 PM

The truck is looking real good Chris. That's the look.
My first set of custom wheels were chromed reverse many, many years ago. I've always loved them. They are so "period correct" as they say.

Malamute · 07-22-2014, 11:13 PM

Looks great, I'll be on the lookout for you around town!

powell72 · 07-23-2014, 12:49 PM

I really appreciate the kind words guys. It's funny, I always have people who aren't into old vehicles ask me when I'm going to put wheels on it!

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Originally Posted by special-K

Then,if you add overdrive they are ideal for that,too.

And my truck has a 5-speed in it, so it's begging for a gear swap!

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Originally Posted by Malamute

Looks great, I'll be on the lookout for you around town!

Will do, I'll be at the Longmont cruise night this Sat, you planning on going?

Malamute · 07-23-2014, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by powell72

I really appreciate the kind words guys. It's funny, I always have people who aren't into old vehicles ask me when I'm going to put wheels on it!

And my truck has a 5-speed in it, so it's begging for a gear swap!

Will do, I'll be at the Longmont cruise night this Sat, you planning on going?

I didn't realize there was one, I've been so busy lately. Family is heading out of town and I'm solo so yes, I'll be there. I'll look for you, I'd love to pick your brain on a few things and check out your ride.

**Elliot949** · 07-27-2014, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by powell72

I really appreciate the kind words guys. It's funny, I always have people who aren't into old vehicles ask me when I'm going to put wheels on it!

And my truck has a 5-speed in it, so it's begging for a gear swap!

Will do, I'll be at the Longmont cruise night this Sat, you planning on going?

Hey Chris... what gear are you running now... I am pulling a set out of my truck in a week or so... I can let you know what they are when I get them out... I am sure they are not Posi though...

tommys72 · 07-23-2014, 01:12 PM

I dont think you could put any wheels on the truck that would look any better. .they look flat out perfect onthere...

HSRACER · 07-23-2014, 03:44 PM

Looks like a great truck. Glad it didn't burn!

07-20-2014, 10:32 PM	#1
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Got the 67 out yesterday The weather was so nice last night I decided to go for a short cruise, and found a photo spot. The truck has been running for about a month now and it's good getting some seat time in. There were times I wanted to set this thing on fire, but it was worth it. One of my best friends helped me out a couple times a week with it for the past few months, many thanks to him. Attached Images __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

07-20-2014, 11:03 PM	#2
BlackedOut67shorty Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: error 404 location not found Posts: 816	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday I love the stance you got there. __________________ 1995 s10 blazer 4.3 1967 c10 350/350 fleet short 1993 s10 blazer 4.3l 4l60 RIP 6/20/14 2000 mercury sable Thats a how I roll

07-21-2014, 12:02 AM	#3
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,076	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Digging the whole truck! Wheels look great __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

07-21-2014, 08:50 AM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Yup,everything about it. You did it again! And I know you drive them. Good move with the chrome reverses,nice touch. Speaking of nice touches,steering wheel. That's a blue '60s (Chevy) car wheel,right? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-21-2014, 09:03 AM	#6
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Nice! __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

07-21-2014, 12:17 PM	#7
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Thanks guys, the truck isn't finished but good enough for the rest of the summer until I recharge my batteries. I think I have the dual carbs dialed, the thing runs like a champ. Tim, the wheel is an old blue three spoke metal flake wheel. I picked it up off eBay. It's not a Superior 500, but I think it may be a late 60's Grant from my research. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

07-22-2014, 11:32 AM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday That's a perfect touch for that era mild custom vibe you have going on. That's what I have going with my '67 project,only nowhere near as far along as yours. I can't wait to just get it drivable. What are your plans with paint? (...dual carbs,ay? Hmmm,just might reconsider...) __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-22-2014, 12:12 PM	#10
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,863	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Yup great dtance setup. What size tires are you running? They fill in the wheelwells well __________________ 1967custom

07-22-2014, 03:21 PM	#13
Socalwrencher Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Rio Rancho NM Posts: 11	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday really clean truck

07-22-2014, 04:06 PM	#14
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday looking real good, great pic. __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

07-22-2014, 05:17 PM	#15
67anthony Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: mississippi Posts: 444	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Super fine !!

07-22-2014, 06:20 PM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday I was hoping you'd say that on the paint. I tell you,3.42s are great for these days. Tolerable for hiway while keeping the grunt. Then,if you add overdrive they are ideal for that,too. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-22-2014, 06:25 PM	#17
79azc10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Tucson az Posts: 171	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Truck looks great

07-22-2014, 07:12 PM	#18
mx289 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: wall,nj Posts: 865	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday First pic does it. VERY cool truck. __________________ Tom 71 K2500 71 K5 Jimmy

07-22-2014, 08:23 PM	#19
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,543	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday The truck is looking real good Chris. That's the look. My first set of custom wheels were chromed reverse many, many years ago. I've always loved them. They are so "period correct" as they say. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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07-22-2014, 11:13 PM	#20
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Looks great, I'll be on the lookout for you around town!

07-23-2014, 01:12 PM	#24
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,076	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday I dont think you could put any wheels on the truck that would look any better. .they look flat out perfect onthere... __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

07-23-2014, 03:44 PM	#25
HSRACER Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Katy TX Posts: 1,268	Re: Got the 67 out yesterday Looks like a great truck. Glad it didn't burn! __________________ HSRACER Slammed 53 5 window Blown/Bagged 54 Pickup Patinaed 67 LS stepside Supercharged 67 Nova Bagged 69 Suburban Turbo'ed 5.3 LS

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