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08-12-2009, 09:12 AM | #1 |
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Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Well fellas...after selling the 'Chief' I was really down...everytime I walked into the shop...there was a vacancy...so something had to be done !!
Here's the story: I called the guy up who had that $1500 '63m on CL...he still had it. So I made a plan to go pick it up yesterday around lunch time. It was located near Watsonville...a small town called Freedom...about an 70-80 mile round trip. Turns out, he and his pops own a used car lot, so I was told to meet him there, so I did. When I got there, I waited for about 15 mins, then he shows up. "Follow me, the truck is at the body shop!"...ok so I did. About 10 miles later, we leave pavement, and I'm bouncing around in my super-duty, with my trailer behind me (with fresh rubber on it)along this farm road....Bodyshop ?? Anyway, after passing many fields, cows, bulls, etc... We come upon what looks like where Vin Diesal would be stripping cars...A bunch of crap, and a group of Mexican guys beating on cars...AKA The BODY SHOP !!! At this point, I was like...I'M GONNA GET JACKED BACK HERE !!! - - It was just an area where these guys were painting cars...in the middle of no where, working in dirt, with make-shift tarps everywhere....Turns out, they were all hella cool. - - So, I parked the F@rd, and we walked another...200 or so feet to the open grave...I mean where the truck was..."Here's the truck..." At first glance, your like "What the ?" Your always excited, and expect something super cool....So I start checking it out: - - - - Grills a little dingy, but work-able I thought... - - - - The cab trims looked good, and theres the steering wheel I always wanted: - - Optioned with two visors, and a mirror: - - Here's the only crappy part....some ghetto 'popcorn' welding on the floor. The rockers look good though, but the floor was wasted...especially the R/S...the rubber floor was intact, and tucked under the threshold plate..so this must of trapped moisture for years... -
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08-12-2009, 09:33 AM | #2 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
So at this point, I started messing with him...."$1500 ??"
The kid did not know anything about this truck..so I was like "Man thats a lot of work to repair this floor....it runs right you said ?" "yeap, let me get some gas and a jumper battery..." Hooked up the battery, and nothing...so I drove my truck back there and jumped it. It did start right away, and sounded really good....6 cyl, powerglide...BTW. The column is loose, so I gently moved it to R and boom major reverse pressure...cool...into D...nothing...the linkage was binding, so at this point not sure if tranny is bad or not. "Man the tranny is shot!!" By this time, I knew this truck was gonna be mine..I was excited. I told him...ok "$500 ?" "Well, I think my pops wants at least $800"....I then said..."It's cool man, thanks for your time...." "Hold on, let me call him!"....he countered with $650.... SO WE CAME TO AN AGGREEMENT OF $600!! So, I loaded it up: - - - - - - After loading it, I noticed this thing had brand new exhaust...from the engine, down to a new Flow, then split out the sides..kinda where the Chief had his (or her) pipes... - - I also noticed, that someone had just recently lowered it using new coils...I was wondering what the shiny black things were among the rusty undercarriage...the fronts are blue...Manufacture ?? - - - - - - - The guy was really helpfull back at his dealership. This truck was originally donated to a Kars-4-Kids type of thing, so they picked it up at an aution...but never did anything with it. Being the pink was stamped with his dealer stamp, he had to print out all the DMV paperwork for me. I even had to initial and sign this long a$$ form as if I was buying a new car from him....He took care of everything, and gave we a folder for the DMV. He even gave me a 3 month temp sticker for the window if I needed it. - - I stopped half way home to check my straps.
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John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-13-2009 at 03:49 AM. |
08-12-2009, 09:34 AM | #3 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Ok now I have to get back on mind again. When is the next meet? I should have one of my trucks going by then, if I don't sell the one I just picked up.
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08-12-2009, 09:35 AM | #4 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
John,
congrats, I know your stoked and I'm glad you didn't get jacked.
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08-12-2009, 09:38 AM | #5 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
awesome!!!
that is a great score. love the price ...did you keep the hood from the chief? cause that looks like the worst part of this one. |
08-12-2009, 09:41 AM | #6 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Alright, back in the saddle again.
That place sounds more scary than making a trip to see Steve the Repo Man!!!!!! Were you armed? Were they armed? How about some pics of the motor dude? I have the HVLP painter ready to squirt some of your signature flatz paint. Just give me a shout to borrow it. |
08-12-2009, 09:43 AM | #7 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
The rear bumps are about 3/4" away from the axle...anyone know what this drop is ??
- - - Pic from SubWay....Am I excited to what ?? - - - Made it back to the shop safely...that trailer tracks so nice.... - - The gate is almost perfect !!! - - The cab-sails are next to perfect..the R/S is the only dinged one: - - - - another bad spot...not supposed to have this in CA !!! - - Should we start a new club ?? - -
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08-12-2009, 09:48 AM | #8 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
and already lowered the right way... think it is a cpp 2/4?
time to trim the bumpstops for sure... Last edited by jonzcustomshop; 08-12-2009 at 09:48 AM. |
08-12-2009, 09:51 AM | #9 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
- - Here she is...parked inside: - - - The above pic is like dejavu...the exact same spot and apperance of the Chief when I got it.... - When I called the wife and said that I got him down from $1500 to $600, she was like "RIGHT ON !!!!" (not because I got a 63' CC for 600, but the fact that I didn't spend too much...figures !! ) - - I was able to sell the Chief...pay some debts...which put me in the "zone"....and score this too ! I think I did good...What you guys think ?!?! One more thing....Keep it SCHLONG...or......
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John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-12-2009 at 09:52 AM. |
08-12-2009, 09:55 AM | #10 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
keep it long....
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08-12-2009, 09:56 AM | #11 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Congrats Rocka.
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08-12-2009, 09:57 AM | #12 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Great find, laughed at your picture of yourself at the top of the thread!
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It has the larger deluze heater...man I hate that thing...the chief was just a tinnie-weanie plate !! Quote:
I know man...that not my style..here we use a TORCH !!!
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08-12-2009, 10:04 AM | #15 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Well Chief looks like we will both be starting new bbw projects!!
Congrats nice score
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08-12-2009, 10:04 AM | #16 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
I was able to sell the Chief...pay some debts...which put me in the "zone"....and score this too !
SERENDIPITY! I think I did good...What you guys think ?!?! I think you did outstanding. Eddie is gonna do a doubletake when he sees Chief II rolling the streets of SJ...... One more thing....Keep it SCHLONG...or......[/QUOTE] That's right brother, be a man and drive a SCHLONG..... |
08-12-2009, 10:14 AM | #17 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Congrats on a great deal and great story!!
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08-12-2009, 10:14 AM | #18 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Awesome score!! congrats, now you need a name for this project, can't wait to see what you are going to do with it.
Definitely schlong, there is just no other way to roll.................
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08-12-2009, 10:22 AM | #19 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Geez, John, the only one that got jacked was the dealer! Great job on getting that price down, that's a heck of a deal. Oh, and one more vote to keep her long.
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08-12-2009, 10:34 AM | #20 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Sweet score!
I think all you schlong bed guys are trying to compensate for something else.. j/k Last edited by Bazooka; 08-12-2009 at 10:35 AM. |
08-12-2009, 10:49 AM | #21 |
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When you find a house you like, give me a ring or PM and I will go look at it with you. A 2nd pair of eyes is always better. I also kinda know what to look for. I remember looking at a fixed up house with my brother and found so many violations and I know all the work was done without permits or even right for that matter.
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08-12-2009, 10:50 AM | #22 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
SCORE!!!!
The stars aligned for this one...you just can beat the deal you worked for this...nice! |
08-12-2009, 10:57 AM | #23 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
sweet deal man. i just picked up a 63 also with a piston in the side of the block. it has a new head and exhaust. the kid i bought it from had an after market header and intake he is trying to sell let me know if your interested and i'll get a hold of him and see what he wants for it.
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08-12-2009, 11:26 AM | #24 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
Rock on. Nothing like getting what you want and man you theif. hahaha talk about cutting down the price and getting a Big Back Window to boot.
Ok, whatcha going to call this one. You already had a Cheif so is this one going to be a Sqaw? Hahahaha Inside joke with my wife because shes native american. Last edited by kizer; 08-12-2009 at 01:15 PM. |
08-12-2009, 11:33 AM | #25 |
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Re: Just scored the replacement.....63 custom cab, bbw !!!
The rear spring look like mine with the same space from axel to snubber. I used a 5" drop spring. I cant see the track bar that well but i used the cpp track bar set up that bolts to the bottom of the passenger trailing arm. Hmmmmm went back and looked at the first set of pics, is that a stock track bar???? Does not look to be adjustable....
great score and it looks like you could have a little money making adventure going. But if you go through it again just get 2 of them so you can keep one lol. Last edited by apachedaddy; 08-12-2009 at 11:35 AM. |
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