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Flamethrower78 02-24-2010 04:09 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
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Originally Posted by BIG KRIS (Post 3821976)
Flamethrower what's your suspension and wheel setup? Nice truck!

Thanks for the compliments guys. i really appreciate it. its just your standard (budget drop) 3 inch spindles in the front and wacked off some coils. the back is flipped and lowering blocks. wheels r 20x7 coys up front with 225-35s and backs r 20x10s with 275-40s. its funny ,this truck has been painted for about 7 years now and ive gotten more compliments on the paint in the last week than all the years before just because of the wheels.lol. im really happy with how it looks and rides at this point. tires are a bit small for me in front but im doing some research for a taller tire. ive been told the 225-35 is the ONLY tire that will fit that rim. i refuse to believe it .

watahyahknow 02-24-2010 06:37 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
i found out early in my years of owning a driverslicence and cars that wheels make a car look better more then anything else
paint a truck matt black and its just a matt black truck put some coys under there and the truck is a potentional hot rod

realy like the flames you done on that truck btw there verry whell proportioned ....... i seen a couple where they dont get the licks right they look to fat or lobsided for some reason , the ones on youre truck look great

Flamethrower78 02-24-2010 07:00 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
MAN. it sure is nice to chat with NICE people. i appreciate all the comments. My local forum here in town is full of "world class truck builders" that would never tell you that youve done a good job on something or give u props for a nice vehicle. I just think i might have found a forum that has down to earth people. i have a feeling that ill b spending alot of time chatting with u all. thanks!!!

JohnC 02-24-2010 07:04 PM

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This forum is like a family. We have a broad range of members. The majority of us are average builders, and enthusiasts like yourself. We have some professional guys, and also have some guys, like all of us at one time, just getting into the hobby that don't know too much. So we've been there. Glad to know you found a new home, and from all of us here Welcome! ;)

joe231 02-24-2010 07:09 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
Yeah, what John said ;)
:welcoem:

John, what's the matter?
Can't decide on an avatar? :rolleyes: :lol:

JohnC 02-24-2010 09:26 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
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Originally Posted by joe231 (Post 3822748)
Yeah, what John said ;)
:welcoem:

John, what's the matter?
Can't decide on an avatar? :rolleyes: :lol:

:lol: No, I finally decided on the motor shot. I figured seeing it there would motivate me more to get busy! :lol:

Coondog1981 02-24-2010 10:01 PM

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Here's a pic of my 81 :gmc2:

JohnC 02-24-2010 10:14 PM

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That's sharp coondog. Welcome to the boards.

What are the stats on the truck? Suspension, engine, interior, history...

BGRAFX 02-24-2010 10:50 PM

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Does anyone else agree with me that these trucks look best with all 4 headlights on at one time?!?!?!?!? Nice Truck Coondog. I used to have a coonhound dog and I was born in 1981. LOL

Smoke_Dog 02-24-2010 10:50 PM

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Looks nice!!! What have u done to it?
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Originally Posted by Coondog1981 (Post 3823161)
Here's a pic of my 81 :gmc2:


Coondog1981 02-24-2010 10:58 PM

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This truck is a 1981 GMC, I bought this truck from a family friend with 55,000 miles on the factory straight 6. I installed a freshly rebuilt 350 with a mild cam, Headers, 2 1/4 inch pipes with stage 2 flow masters and a 350 Transmission. 3 inch DJM drop spindle for the front, DJM 5 inch axle flip kit in the rear, 15 inch rally wheels, beauty rings and centers wrapped in 275/60/R15 Cooper Cobra G/T's. I plan on painting this truck very soon.

joe231 02-24-2010 10:59 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
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Originally Posted by JohnC (Post 3823049)
:lol: No, I finally decided on the motor shot. I figured seeing it there would motivate me more to get busy! :lol:

:lol:
I can't argue with that!
Git-R-Done!!!
;)

Coondog1981 02-24-2010 10:59 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
LoL, and yes I do coonhunt! Love this site! I also want to say I have gone threw every page of this thread and all these trucks are awesome!!!

Smoke_Dog 02-25-2010 09:08 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
Well, I'm up the road in Valdosta!!!! If u guys r haveing any events over there give me a email

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Originally Posted by Coondog1981 (Post 3823353)
This truck is a 1981 GMC, I bought this truck from a family friend with 55,000 miles on the factory straight 6. I installed a freshly rebuilt 350 with a mild cam, Headers, 2 1/4 inch pipes with stage 2 flow masters and a 350 Transmission. 3 inch DJM drop spindle for the front, DJM 5 inch axle flip kit in the rear, 15 inch rally wheels, beauty rings and centers wrapped in 275/60/R15 Cooper Cobra G/T's. I plan on painting this truck very soon.


86swb 02-25-2010 09:59 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
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Originally Posted by BGRAFX (Post 3823322)
Does anyone else agree with me that these trucks look best with all 4 headlights on at one time?!?!?!?!? Nice Truck Coondog. I used to have a coonhound dog and I was born in 1981. LOL

Yes, they do look great with both headlights on at one time but other drivers do not think so when you are in town driving down main street trying to look cool.:lol: Good looking truck and welcome to the board

BIG KRIS 02-25-2010 10:08 AM

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They should make 20&22 inch rallys that would be dope.

CHEESE 02-25-2010 11:14 AM

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I believe you can get 20 inch camaro rallys from wheel vintiques!! They are billet and look sik!

BIG KRIS 02-25-2010 11:17 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
No shiggy for real never new that. Cheese they will fit our truks?

67chevy77 02-25-2010 01:08 PM

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My buddies truck he drives everyday. its got a 4 inch lift with 35s

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CHEESE 02-25-2010 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by big kris (Post 3824162)
no shiggy for real never new that. Cheese they will fit our truks?

they come in a 5 on 5 pattern!

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watahyahknow 02-25-2010 05:41 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
the price whill make you run for the hills though

CHEESE 02-25-2010 05:43 PM

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Yup!! They are $$$$!

Coondog1981 02-25-2010 08:41 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds
 
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Originally Posted by Smoke_Dog (Post 3823942)
Well, I'm up the road in Valdosta!!!! If u guys r haveing any events over there give me a email

Will do Smoke Dog! Im very familiar with Valdosta because Im originally from Thomasville GA so I pass right threw Valdosta when I visit home.

Smoke_Dog 02-26-2010 03:45 PM

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Copy that!

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Originally Posted by Coondog1981 (Post 3825183)
Will do Smoke Dog! Im very familiar with Valdosta because Im originally from Thomasville GA so I pass right threw Valdosta when I visit home.


74project 02-26-2010 05:21 PM

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this is mine..


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