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Old 09-26-2010, 07:48 PM   #1
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Re: 1st time out of the garage, and now with bumpers on!
Even this old fart likes it Jeff. Shore is Purdy! very tastefully done.
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Old 09-26-2010, 11:28 PM   #2
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Thanks everyone for all the positive feedback. I wasn't sure how most of the folks here would respond to it...it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.

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What yellow is that it photographs well
It is a custom blend, part Dodge Viper yellow and part Honda yellow

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on the shaved door locks did you just put in a key-less entry or? What is the backup plan if they fail? Is there a switch under the hood? I think I'm going to steal your shaved bed pockets idea too that looks too sweet not to.
I am still not sure what I need to do there. I will likelt be posting a thread shortly on what I need, and should do. Regardless, guys do this all the time, so I am not re-inventing the wheel.

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Every time I see a pic of your truck I remember your burn-out till the tire slings apart vid, I still can't believe you did that with this nice truck....
That was an expensive 30 seconds, and part of the reason I tore the truck down...so I could restore it, and fix the stuff I damaged doing the burn out contest (nuked posi, bent bed floor, bent bedside). It was fun though, glad you liked the video

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Absolutely gorgeous, Jeff. My yellow '73 was pretty nice, and it doesn't even come close to yours. That will be magazine material when it is done.
A magazine feature would be super neat, just not sure it will ever happen...my truck isn't exactly folowing todays trends

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That is one nice looking truck! I love the minor mods (stake pockets, fuel door, etc). I borrowed (stole) your fuel door idea for my truck. (Thanks!)
You didn't steal it, I put it out there and wrote the article so others could do the same if they chose. Have any pics of yours? Would love to see it.



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Old 09-27-2010, 12:11 AM   #3
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It is a custom blend, part Dodge Viper yellow and part Honda yellow
thanks ive been leaning towards the 2009 Honda S2000 yellow
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......it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.
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Thanks everyone for all the positive feedback. I wasn't sure how most of the folks here would respond to it...it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.
and I like the way you think!
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..it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.
And this is why this truck kicks ass
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Thanks everyone for all the positive feedback. I wasn't sure how most of the folks here would respond to it...it doesn't have a LS engine, 20 inch wheels or air suspension...just an old school truck with lots of custom, yet simple touches. It is built for me, and I am happy with it so far.


It is a custom blend, part Dodge Viper yellow and part Honda yellow


I am still not sure what I need to do there. I will likelt be posting a thread shortly on what I need, and should do. Regardless, guys do this all the time, so I am not re-inventing the wheel.


That was an expensive 30 seconds, and part of the reason I tore the truck down...so I could restore it, and fix the stuff I damaged doing the burn out contest (nuked posi, bent bed floor, bent bedside). It was fun though, glad you liked the video


A magazine feature would be super neat, just not sure it will ever happen...my truck isn't exactly folowing todays trends


You didn't steal it, I put it out there and wrote the article so others could do the same if they chose. Have any pics of yours? Would love to see it.



Again, thanks everyone for the positive reception!
Would like to see more info about the newer style gas door please.
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Old 01-03-2011, 01:22 AM   #8
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Fuel door info can be found here

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Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....
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Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....
Hahah, I do have a pair of truck 8's and Van 7's in the garage...in case I want to go there again.
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Ya know, a set of Ralleys would really help w/that 'old school' look....
Old school 67ish short hub caps
and matching 67 chevelle mirrors with
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Old school 67ish short hub caps
and matching 67 chevelle mirrors with
Forgot to mention earlier the mirrors were omitted as well...nut I will be putting those you peak of on my 77 when I re-do it...might run the Rallys on it while I am at it.

EDIT: That is a nice yellow BTW, you should be happy with it...I would be.
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Old 09-26-2010, 08:06 PM   #13
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I don't know the history on the truck. As its a lien sale survivor.
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Lookin good Jeff !!!

Every time I see a pic of your truck I remember your burn-out till the tire slings apart vid, I still can't believe you did that with this nice truck....
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nice!!
those bumpers are SLICK!! (pun intended )
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Absolutely gorgeous, Jeff. My yellow '73 was pretty nice, and it doesn't even come close to yours. That will be magazine material when it is done.
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Man Jeff that looks good man...keep it up buddy...you'll be driving in no time...
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That is one nice looking truck! I love the minor mods (stake pockets, fuel door, etc). I borrowed (stole) your fuel door idea for my truck. (Thanks!)
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Looks fantastic. I've never seen the '73 grille with the trim pieces like that. I'd love to find a grille for my '73 in good condition like that.
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love it man, the stance, the color, the sport bumpers, the smooth no bolt head showing, all of it.
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"old school" is where it all started buddy!! i love what your doing and where your going with it for sure
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ok I haven't seen this burn our video link...anybody..link please.
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ok I haven't seen this burn our video link...anybody..link please.
http://www.73-87.com/videos/ONE_240x160_15fps.mpg

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