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Navy Mechanic · 11-30-2010, 11:12 AM

Hi. I'm a veteran of car/truck forums but new to the 67-72 forums. My current truck, a 67 SWB Fleetside, is the most recent in a long line of GM Trucks I've built and/or owned:

78 LWB GMC (my first project over 25 years ago)
84 Chevy Short Wide (should've never sold it!)
67 SWB Stepside (Small window, lowered, built 350)
03 Trailblazer (just gave it to my Daughter)
03 Silverado 2500 HD (current daily driver)

Recently threw in the towel on a very intensive (and expensive) 77 Camaro project. Three cross country transfers in two years put a fork in this project. The wife and I wanted back in a drivable project and I think we've got a great starter here...but already have a long "To do" list! Look forward to discussion, advice, opinions, etc.

1ATony · 11-30-2010, 05:07 PM

welcome to the site

***Liz*** · 12-01-2010, 12:11 AM

welcome to the site

BP68 · 12-14-2010, 10:53 AM

Nice truck. Need more info and pics.

**scotts62** · 12-14-2010, 08:20 PM

Hey nice truck!! Welcome from OKC!!

Indian113 · 12-14-2010, 08:30 PM

First of all,Thanks for your service! Nice looking truck, very nice paint-motor is top notch
Welcome to the board

Navy Mechanic · 12-15-2010, 03:12 PM

Thank you all. The sight has already been very helpful. Haven't had the truck long...learning more every time crawl under it or turn a wrench on her.

A Mechanic out of Arizona did the motor swap and a local guy applied the current paint job. I'm having a blast driving her and have ordered some classic style wheels and a front & rear suspension kit to replace the current set up. I'll share photo's when the new wheels are on!

**Clyde65** · 12-15-2010, 03:20 PM

Welcome from Texas! Nice truck! doesnt look like it needs anything, but I know looks deceive, dont they?

Navy Mechanic · 12-15-2010, 03:55 PM

Thanks Clyde.

I'm a misplaced Texan...Houston's home when the Navy's through with me!

**Clyde65** · 12-15-2010, 05:31 PM

Well come on home when you can! Texas misses you!.
At least your sprucing up the place while your there...every state should have at least 1 Texan!

Ok guys, dont shoot me...

11-30-2010, 11:12 AM	#1
Navy Mechanic Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Richmond, TX. Posts: 127	Another new guy checking in... Hi. I'm a veteran of car/truck forums but new to the 67-72 forums. My current truck, a 67 SWB Fleetside, is the most recent in a long line of GM Trucks I've built and/or owned: 78 LWB GMC (my first project over 25 years ago) 84 Chevy Short Wide (should've never sold it!) 67 SWB Stepside (Small window, lowered, built 350) 03 Trailblazer (just gave it to my Daughter) 03 Silverado 2500 HD (current daily driver) Recently threw in the towel on a very intensive (and expensive) 77 Camaro project. Three cross country transfers in two years put a fork in this project. The wife and I wanted back in a drivable project and I think we've got a great starter here...but already have a long "To do" list! Look forward to discussion, advice, opinions, etc. Attached Images

11-30-2010, 05:07 PM	#2
1ATony Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Pepperell,Mass Posts: 724	Re: Another new guy checking in... welcome to the site

12-01-2010, 12:11 AM	#3
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,793	Re: Another new guy checking in... welcome to the site

12-14-2010, 10:53 AM	#4
BP68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Olive Branch, MS Posts: 824	Re: Another new guy checking in... Nice truck. Need more info and pics. __________________ 68 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 06 Chevy Ext Cab Fleetside 03 Grand Prix GTP My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=269999

12-14-2010, 08:20 PM	#5
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,243	Re: Another new guy checking in... Hey nice truck!! Welcome from OKC!! __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

12-14-2010, 08:30 PM	#6
Indian113 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Monroe,Iowa Posts: 4,370	Re: Another new guy checking in... First of all,Thanks for your service! Nice looking truck, very nice paint-motor is top notch Welcome to the board

12-15-2010, 03:12 PM	#7
Navy Mechanic Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Richmond, TX. Posts: 127	Re: Another new guy checking in... Thank you all. The sight has already been very helpful. Haven't had the truck long...learning more every time crawl under it or turn a wrench on her. A Mechanic out of Arizona did the motor swap and a local guy applied the current paint job. I'm having a blast driving her and have ordered some classic style wheels and a front & rear suspension kit to replace the current set up. I'll share photo's when the new wheels are on! __________________ *"Once a Chief, always a Chief!" MCPO (ret)* 03 2500HD- 'Daily driver' 67 Short Fleet- 'Drivable project!' 11 Malibu LTZ- 'The Wife's ride'

12-15-2010, 03:20 PM	#8
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	Re: Another new guy checking in... Welcome from Texas! Nice truck! doesnt look like it needs anything, but I know looks deceive, dont they? __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

12-15-2010, 03:55 PM	#9
Navy Mechanic Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Richmond, TX. Posts: 127	Re: Another new guy checking in... Thanks Clyde. I'm a misplaced Texan...Houston's home when the Navy's through with me! __________________ *"Once a Chief, always a Chief!" MCPO (ret)* 03 2500HD- 'Daily driver' 67 Short Fleet- 'Drivable project!' 11 Malibu LTZ- 'The Wife's ride'

12-15-2010, 05:31 PM	#10
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	Re: Another new guy checking in... Well come on home when you can! Texas misses you!. At least your sprucing up the place while your there...every state should have at least 1 Texan! Ok guys, dont shoot me... __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*



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