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TDS-MN · 09-14-2009, 10:53 AM

Hey All,

Just found the site a couple days ago, and looked like a good source of information. Thought I'd join on.

Name's Tom, live in the suburbs of Minneapolis. Have a 1985 Chevy K-10, owned it since '98. Got it from my uncle, who was the original owner.

Has the 305 V8 with a Quadrajet carb. 700r4 auto trans, 3:08 gears. Put a custom cat-back muffler/pipe set on it a few years ago, but not much else for modifications. Always seem to be fighting something just to keep it going, which takes prioroty over modifications sadly. Don't get to take it off-pavement very much, but keep hoping for opportunities. Use it to pull my snowmobiles around when my wife and I go riding in the wintertime.

Had to replace the rotted-away inner and outer front fenders. Still should replace the radiator core support if I get enough motivation. Been looking into paint options, since the 3 years of running around in primer has really taken it's toll on those front fenders, they look pretty bad, but at least solid!

Have a few other vehicles as well, a 97 Olds Cutlass, a 94 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, and a 84 Buick Regal T-Type. Like to wrench on stuff, but enjoy it more when it's not an emergency-type situation, more fun when you can take your time and maybe enjoy a cold beverage or two!

70cstjr · 09-15-2009, 09:44 AM

from ohio

Its great to have u join one of the best boards around..you gotta nice looking truck there and it seems to have a great owner as well..make sure you take full advantage of the board and its resources..also check out the 73-87 board located here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/forumdisplay.php?f=4 there is lots of great info and people who love to help

72BlckButy · 09-15-2009, 03:10 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more.

TDS-MN · 09-15-2009, 04:07 PM

Thanks for all of the greetings. Looking forward to seeing you all around the forums. Upcoming truck projects for me are likely to be some rust patching/repair, and I seriously considering a D.I.Y. paintjob, on the cheap.

Undoubtedly, there will be other things along the way, keeping these old trucks going seems to require a certain amount of dedication and stubborn-ness, LOL!!!

It's always nice to stumble across some more people that have the experience and knowledge to hel you thru the various tasks that come up. Looking forward to sharing what I know, as well.

09-14-2009, 10:53 AM	#1
TDS-MN Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mpls, MN USA Posts: 151	Hello from Minnesota Hey All, Just found the site a couple days ago, and looked like a good source of information. Thought I'd join on. Name's Tom, live in the suburbs of Minneapolis. Have a 1985 Chevy K-10, owned it since '98. Got it from my uncle, who was the original owner. Has the 305 V8 with a Quadrajet carb. 700r4 auto trans, 3:08 gears. Put a custom cat-back muffler/pipe set on it a few years ago, but not much else for modifications. Always seem to be fighting something just to keep it going, which takes prioroty over modifications sadly. Don't get to take it off-pavement very much, but keep hoping for opportunities. Use it to pull my snowmobiles around when my wife and I go riding in the wintertime. Had to replace the rotted-away inner and outer front fenders. Still should replace the radiator core support if I get enough motivation. Been looking into paint options, since the 3 years of running around in primer has really taken it's toll on those front fenders, they look pretty bad, but at least solid! Have a few other vehicles as well, a 97 Olds Cutlass, a 94 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, and a 84 Buick Regal T-Type. Like to wrench on stuff, but enjoy it more when it's not an emergency-type situation, more fun when you can take your time and maybe enjoy a cold beverage or two!

09-15-2009, 09:44 AM	#2
70cstjr Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: laura, ohio Posts: 935	Re: Hello from Minnesota from ohio Its great to have u join one of the best boards around..you gotta nice looking truck there and it seems to have a great owner as well..make sure you take full advantage of the board and its resources..also check out the 73-87 board located here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/forumdisplay.php?f=4 there is lots of great info and people who love to help __________________ PROJECT CIRCUIT RIDER

09-15-2009, 03:10 PM	#3
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Hello from Minnesota to the board from Mid-MO!!! You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

09-15-2009, 04:07 PM	#4
TDS-MN Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mpls, MN USA Posts: 151	Re: Hello from Minnesota Thanks for all of the greetings. Looking forward to seeing you all around the forums. Upcoming truck projects for me are likely to be some rust patching/repair, and I seriously considering a D.I.Y. paintjob, on the cheap. Undoubtedly, there will be other things along the way, keeping these old trucks going seems to require a certain amount of dedication and stubborn-ness, LOL!!! It's always nice to stumble across some more people that have the experience and knowledge to hel you thru the various tasks that come up. Looking forward to sharing what I know, as well.

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