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**RenoKeene** · 04-01-2013, 08:20 AM

Comming to a garage near me (as soon as I clear out a spot).

**WIDESIDE72** · 04-01-2013, 08:29 AM

Cool! You don't see many swb Sierra grandes. Especially BB trucks. Any clue to what cor the "special paint" was? It doesn't look like much is left!
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**RenoKeene** · 04-01-2013, 08:34 AM

70 Chevelle Black Cherry. I have the entire history on this one, going to be something special. It will be a slow build for a while as I'm working on a couple others also.

**CC69Rat** · 04-01-2013, 08:48 AM

Yep, rare bird right there brother. I'll be watching for the build on it. What are your plans for it?

no moa · 04-01-2013, 08:52 AM

Sweet. Since i've put the kybosh to mine, i'll be watching this closely. For something to do. lol

yuccales · 04-01-2013, 08:54 AM

That truck has some goodies!

bruceman1968 · 04-01-2013, 09:57 AM

Nice truck Reno, Does Charlie have a build sheet also?

midniteblues · 04-01-2013, 10:58 AM

charlie is gonna be one sic dude with a list like that

black cherry paint

**RenoKeene** · 04-01-2013, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Yep, rare bird right there brother. I'll be watching for the build on it. What are your plans for it?

4/6 static with front disks (like mine), stock paint scheme, add a tilt (cause we have a nice one) and maybe steelies and the factory full wheel covers.

I think I have all the pieces now including correct date coded 402, buckets, console, a/c stuff, etc. I only use the best parts I can get for these but it shows.

Going to need a set of NOS or close wheel covers ($$$$$$)

**RenoKeene** · 04-01-2013, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by bruceman1968

Nice truck Reno, Does Charlie have a build sheet also?

No but I have the org title now along with the Potecto plate, spid, VIN plate and door sticker. I also have the salesman's phone number that ordered this truck new, he remembers it well. Charlie Hughes was his runnin buddy.

Leroy-B1 · 04-01-2013, 06:22 PM

Way cool truck and story.....mo pics please
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**MusicMan70** · 04-01-2013, 07:03 PM

Ah, The elusive GMC SG SB with the big Block! Congratulations.

**med.bronze** · 04-01-2013, 07:22 PM

Love the 4/6 drop idea with the full wheel covers. That's what I'm doing with mine, really love that look.
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rambler · 04-01-2013, 07:31 PM

subscribed... for more pics.

black_sheep454 · 04-01-2013, 07:58 PM

Can't wait
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**jocko** · 04-01-2013, 08:23 PM

oh my - black cherry spec paint... Caramba, that's too cool.

**RenoKeene** · 04-02-2013, 08:23 AM

Pics when we picked it up.....
Those are heat relief vents in the hood ,Chevy right front fender and aftermarket roof lights.

Tropical Snowstorm · 04-15-2014, 04:50 PM

Any updates?

**RenoKeene** · 06-26-2015, 02:14 PM

Its been a while but here is a little update.
Metal work on the cab is done and looks perfect
Fenders and hood are the nicest OEM I have ever seen
Bedsides are flawless OEM
Buckets and console are also the best unrestored set I've seen
Tilt wheel is perfect
Frame is restored with 4" drop leafs (there was NO vin stamped on it!)
Rear-end posi is restored
Engine and TH400 still need gone through but are both correct date codes

I don't have my portable hard drive with me today so I'll post up some pics next week.
This is going to be one beautiful truck!

**FL71C10** · 06-26-2015, 03:48 PM

Sounds like you are chipping away, Brad!

WarMonger · 06-26-2015, 04:38 PM

we need some current pics to look at.

GASoline71 · 06-26-2015, 05:06 PM

Sweet... looks like there was some epic rust in that truck.

Would love to see some pics of the work. Gives me inspiration and hope for my rotted out rockers and floorboards.

Gary

**WIDESIDE72** · 06-27-2015, 05:58 PM

More photos please!!!

bruceman1968 · 06-27-2015, 06:16 PM

Reno, can't wait to see it when it's done. Your going to paint it the original Chevelle color right? That's a gorgeous color and the fact that you can document it as the original color is really cool. That's going to make it a special truck for sure!

**derotoreut** · 06-27-2015, 07:30 PM

Along for the ride on this one. Way cool.

04-01-2013, 08:20 AM	#1
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,034	'Charlie' Comming to a garage near me (as soon as I clear out a spot). Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

04-01-2013, 08:29 AM	#2
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 'Charlie' Cool! You don't see many swb Sierra grandes. Especially BB trucks. Any clue to what cor the "special paint" was? It doesn't look like much is left! Posted via Mobile Device

04-01-2013, 08:34 AM	#3
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,034	Re: 'Charlie' 70 Chevelle Black Cherry. I have the entire history on this one, going to be something special. It will be a slow build for a while as I'm working on a couple others also. __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

04-01-2013, 08:48 AM	#4
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,214	Re: 'Charlie' Yep, rare bird right there brother. I'll be watching for the build on it. What are your plans for it? __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-01-2013, 08:52 AM	#5
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: 'Charlie' Sweet. Since i've put the kybosh to mine, i'll be watching this closely. For something to do. lol __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

04-01-2013, 08:54 AM	#6
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,782	Re: 'Charlie' That truck has some goodies!

04-01-2013, 09:57 AM	#7
bruceman1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 1,549	Re: 'Charlie' Nice truck Reno, Does Charlie have a build sheet also? __________________ CHEVY/GMC VIN DECODERS

04-01-2013, 10:58 AM	#8
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: 'Charlie' charlie is gonna be one sic dude with a list like that black cherry paint __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

04-01-2013, 06:22 PM	#11
Leroy-B1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mars Hill, NC Posts: 1,995	Re: 'Charlie' Way cool truck and story.....mo pics please Posted via Mobile Device

04-01-2013, 07:03 PM	#12
MusicMan70 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: 'Charlie' Ah, The elusive GMC SG SB with the big Block! Congratulations. __________________ MusicMan70 1961 GMC Suburban

04-01-2013, 07:22 PM	#13
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: 'Charlie' Love the 4/6 drop idea with the full wheel covers. That's what I'm doing with mine, really love that look. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

04-01-2013, 07:31 PM	#14
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: 'Charlie' subscribed... for more pics. __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

04-01-2013, 07:58 PM	#15
black_sheep454 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Lebanon, Mo. Posts: 1,315	Re: 'Charlie' Can't wait Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1968 chevy lwb, getting ready to join forces with the 70 gmc 1970 gmc swb, getting ready to be a 68 chevy swb 1971 gmc lwb 2500 2wd Sierra Grande 1988 chevy 1-ton crew cab 2wd waiting for a 12v cummins

04-01-2013, 08:23 PM	#16
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,976	Re: 'Charlie' oh my - black cherry spec paint... Caramba, that's too cool.

04-02-2013, 08:23 AM	#17
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,034	Re: 'Charlie' Pics when we picked it up..... Those are heat relief vents in the hood ,Chevy right front fender and aftermarket roof lights. Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394



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04-15-2014, 04:50 PM	#18
Tropical Snowstorm Lurky lurky Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 553	Re: 'Charlie' Any updates? __________________ Current slooooow build 1972 Cheyenne Super 1972 C10, sold thread 1970 Camaro RS Family Heirloom

06-26-2015, 02:14 PM	#19
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,034	Re: 'Charlie' Its been a while but here is a little update. Metal work on the cab is done and looks perfect Fenders and hood are the nicest OEM I have ever seen Bedsides are flawless OEM Buckets and console are also the best unrestored set I've seen Tilt wheel is perfect Frame is restored with 4" drop leafs (there was NO vin stamped on it!) Rear-end posi is restored Engine and TH400 still need gone through but are both correct date codes I don't have my portable hard drive with me today so I'll post up some pics next week. This is going to be one beautiful truck! __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

06-26-2015, 03:48 PM	#20
FL71C10 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,509	Re: 'Charlie' Sounds like you are chipping away, Brad! __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

06-26-2015, 04:38 PM	#21
WarMonger Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Ventura, CA Posts: 818	Re: 'Charlie' we need some current pics to look at. __________________ ..................... ____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1970 C20 -_--_--_- ______ _--_--_- /___\|__\____ -_--_-_ \|_(0)\|__\|_(0)] 1972 K5

06-27-2015, 05:58 PM	#23
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 'Charlie' More photos please!!!

06-27-2015, 06:16 PM	#24
bruceman1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 1,549	Re: 'Charlie' Reno, can't wait to see it when it's done. Your going to paint it the original Chevelle color right? That's a gorgeous color and the fact that you can document it as the original color is really cool. That's going to make it a special truck for sure! __________________ CHEVY/GMC VIN DECODERS

06-27-2015, 07:30 PM	#25
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: 'Charlie' Along for the ride on this one. Way cool. __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

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