What does the future hold - For these trucks

[Chevyland]

-Everyone has there own truck
-It’s America
-So they can do what they want with it

This site leans more towards originals
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Instagram leans more towards modifying

My favorite is probably a nice
Stock c10 longbed
I just like how they drive

I started this thread kind of to get the discussion off the
‘Facebook Marketplace finds’ thread

When I posted this truck that I modified

Everyone has an opinion
Let’s here it
And
See if we can keep it a ‘friendly’ conversation
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[LagunaGlide]

You've got my attention. I like the way it sits, and those seats are pretty nice. Tell me more

[Warrens69GMC]

First, lets start a thread about your glove box door wall...........

[Chevyland]

Ok
Warren
Now that, that’s out of the way
Maybe you can focus on the conversation

[jessemthompson]

Good looking truck. I like the stance with the wheel/tire combo.

[72 tigger]

I want to see the short toolbox door

[Chevyland]

What baffles me
Is
That modified red and white truck
Will bring as much money
As that original (real) Blue Super Shortbed
Against the wall

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by Chevyland

What baffles me
Is
That modified red and white truck
Will bring as much money
As that original (real) Blue Super Shortbed
Against the wall

Do you know Shawn Parsons in Creswell, OR? He is C10flipper on Instagram. This red and white truck looks very close to one he did which converted a long bed C20 to a short C10.

When all the nice long 1/2 tons are gone, what's the option. Soon you will see more or this as the supply runs out.

Myself, I am a C20 long bed guy but would own a K20 if affordable, which they are not any more.

These guys doing these conversions from long to short, c20 to c10 and LS swaps are getting $10K -$15K. The truck is still patina or rotted, whatever you prefer to call it. scratched glass, ripped seats, no finish work at all.

My prayer is that the younger guys getting into these trucks do them justice and keep them going, long after we are gone. The probability is low but at least we can hope that our generation will help those young guys grow some interest.

I believe it is stronger now than even 5 years ago. Facebook has probably 100 different Chevy truck related pages to choose from.

I am very old school but have to understand the age of LS is here and its not going away. Embrace it or not.

[Chevyland]

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Do you know Shawn Parsons in Creswell, OR? He is C10flipper on Instagram. This red and white truck looks very close to one he did which converted a long bed C20 to a short C10.

When all the nice long 1/2 tons are gone, what's the option. Soon you will see more or this as the supply runs out.

Myself, I am a C20 long bed guy but would own a K20 if affordable, which they are not any more.

These guys doing these conversions from long to short, c20 to c10 and LS swaps are getting $10K -$15K. The truck is still patina or rotted, whatever you prefer to call it. scratched glass, ripped seats, no finish work at all.

My prayer is that the younger guys getting into these trucks do them justice and keep them going, long after we are gone. The probability is low but at least we can hope that our generation will help those young guys grow some interest.

I believe it is stronger now than even 5 years ago. Facebook has probably 100 different Chevy truck related pages to choose from.

I am very old school but have to understand the age of LS is here and its not going away. Embrace it or not.

Wow, Junction City
Years ago we had property at the end Of High Pass Rd.
Developed a vineyard, though we would eventually move up there
But never did. Ended up selling the property.
Yes,
I do know Shawn
I actually bought the truck from him to save it, a while back
Since I’m always playing with these trucks, I decided to have him
‘Chop and Drop’ it. As he says
One thing leads to another
Through several discussions and trade deals
He ended up getting the truck back
As it should be....
I was really in the mood of selling off trucks
And he has the market those buyers
I also still really like stock, original trucks.
But I get less bent out of shape when people do their mods
I do however question how a built truck like that
Can command close the the same money as an original
‘To each his own’


Just think of how many trucks we lost in the good old days
When so many were parted out ! (Not by me)
If I Posted all the spids of those glove boxes on the wall
It would make you cry

[Overdriven]

Originally Posted by Chevyland

I do however question how a built truck like that
Can command close the the same money as an original
‘To each his own’

Our truck world is basically the opposite of what the vette world was 20 years ago. I have no idea what vette world is like now but 20 years ago originality or at least not being modified was king for value. Modified vettes, unless built tastefully by a renowned shop never got near recouping their investment.

These days there are a lot of people turning to our trucks because they are priced out of the muscle car market, even wagons can be really pricey and few want 4 doors. These people probably read magazines that espouse the greatness of their advertisers products for lowering, disc brakes, overdrive, fuel injection etc. These would be muscle car buyers want cool, grandpa’s bone stock truck doesn’t always meet that definition. So modified trucks end up being popular and worth a bit o cash.

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by Chevyland

Wow, Junction City
Years ago we had property at the end Of High Pass Rd.
Developed a vineyard, though we would eventually move up there
But never did. Ended up selling the property.
Yes,
I do know Shawn
I actually bought the truck from him to save it, a while back
Since I’m always playing with these trucks, I decided to have him
‘Chop and Drop’ it. As he says
One thing leads to another
Through several discussions and trade deals
He ended up getting the truck back
As it should be....
I was really in the mood of selling off trucks
And he has the market those buyers
I also still really like stock, original trucks.
But I get less bent out of shape when people do their mods
I do however question how a built truck like that
Can command close the the same money as an original
‘To each his own’


Just think of how many trucks we lost in the good old days
When so many were parted out ! (Not by me)
If I Posted all the spids of those glove boxes on the wall
It would make you cry

I have heard (by Mr Barton) it was the gb door collection that sets the bar. It is a small world. I am one of the in the middle guys. I not a fan of 100 pure bone stock and not a fan of the LS conversions in these trucks but this is the world we live in and everyone has their idea of what they think is cool. I do not like herd behavior. I think a person should set up their truck the way they like it and not worry about what the masses think.

Shawn is a great guy. I see him about once a month or so.

Keep on truckin there sir. I love your collection.

Tiom

[57taskforce]

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Do you know Shawn Parsons in Creswell, OR? He is C10flipper on Instagram. This red and white truck looks very close to one he did which converted a long bed C20 to a short C10.

When all the nice long 1/2 tons are gone, what's the option. Soon you will see more or this as the supply runs out.

Myself, I am a C20 long bed guy but would own a K20 if affordable, which they are not any more.

These guys doing these conversions from long to short, c20 to c10 and LS swaps are getting $10K -$15K. The truck is still patina or rotted, whatever you prefer to call it. scratched glass, ripped seats, no finish work at all.

My prayer is that the younger guys getting into these trucks do them justice and keep them going, long after we are gone. The probability is low but at least we can hope that our generation will help those young guys grow some interest.

I believe it is stronger now than even 5 years ago. Facebook has probably 100 different Chevy truck related pages to choose from.

I am very old school but have to understand the age of LS is here and its not going away. Embrace it or not.

At 31 I’m sure I’m once of the younger ones here. I’m doing my best to keep them going and I know there are others around my age who still have interest in them. It’ll be interesting to See how things are in 10-20 years+.

[CG]

My opinion ... I dont care what anyone does to their trucks.

[70STOVEBOLT]

I don’t get why everyone lowers them. They do look good but stock height looks better IMO

[Warrens69GMC]

I can see a lot of these trucks getting upgraded engines and transmissions. My truck is a original 307, M3 that was converted to a T400. It was good at the time, just not now.

I found a 4.8, 4l60e with 130K on it for $900! add a 1991 blazer tank between the rear rails and for less than $1500 could upgrade the whole powerplant!!

You could also do a ZZ4 short block and newer heads to outperform the original 350 in these trucks.

[lux]

I always say, just build what you want to drive.

[flashed]

I guess Im guilty of all options , I have a 72 longbed 4x4 that is completey stock and Dead , I killed the original 350 , have another one for it .
I have a stock looking 72 shortbed with BuddyBuckets , 350 , Vintage Air , was a plain Jane truck originally , had been hotrodded before me .
Have a 79 Big 10 Bonanza with 60k miles , all original , except I put 15x8 steelies with DoggyDishes instead of the factory Rallies , still have those .
Im building a 70 shorty stepper , keeping what original paint and patina it has , all rust has been repaired and paint blended to match , cut and buffed , no clearcoat . This one will have drop spindles and drop springs , 15x8 steelies rear , 15x6 fronts , DoggyDish caps , LS Drivetrain from a wrecked 04 Avalanch , Boyd Welding rear mount tank , new bed wood , blue houndstooth BuddyBucket seats , blue Poly Vinyl flooring and Vintage Air .
My next one after the 70 will be a Factory shortbed 65 Bellsouth service body truck , not sure what that build will look like yet.

[HO455]

If we're talking the future. I predict we will be seeing electric conversions. I had a conversation a while ago with a guy who walked past me and my Burban about how he would love to make it electric powered. Lots of room for battery banks for extra long range coupled with what he felt are decent aerodynamics made him excited about converting a 67-68 Suburban.

[Chevyland]

Originally Posted by HO455

If we're talking the future. I predict we will be seeing electric conversions. I had a conversation a while ago with a guy who walked past me and my Burban about how he would love to make it electric powered. Lots of room for battery banks for extra long range coupled with what he felt are decent aerodynamics made him excited about converting a 67-68 Suburban.

Hmm
I guess it is already happening


https://www.google.com/amp/s/insidee...nversions/amp/

[Richard]

Originally Posted by HO455

If we're talking the future. I predict we will be seeing electric conversions. I had a conversation a while ago with a guy who walked past me and my Burban about how he would love to make it electric powered. Lots of room for battery banks for extra long range coupled with what he felt are decent aerodynamics made him excited about converting a 67-68 Suburban.

As much as certain people want it the technology is still not there. Without government subsidies it does not make sense. With the subsides it barely makes sense. They invested in this is the only reason the subsides exist.

[HO455]

Originally Posted by Richard

As much as certain people want it the technology is still not there. Without government subsidies it does not make sense. With the subsides it barely makes sense. They invested in this is the only reason the subsides exist.

I am afraid I don't understand your statement. The technology is here. There were folks throwing electric motors and 8-D batteries in Pintos and Vegas the 1970's. Today people are wrecking thousands of Teslas and Prious' every day. It's way better technology and easy to get.
Ten years ago (pre- hybrid car) I was at the local drag strip and saw 30 plus converted electric vehicles racing. I'd wager that today there would be 3 times that many converted vehicles there. If you do an interweb search for how to make and electric car you will have several days of reading.
I am pretty sure there are no subsidies for the folks who modify a vehicle to replace the IC engine with an electrical motor.

[tutone]

Based on the past, the future is bright. Only if you already own one. You want a bargain, you better know how to fix rust. The "future buyer",needs to know how to spot a faked trim level truck. Especially since there is lots of money difference in base vs super. The "future seller", well he's in good shape. Long beds are bringing short bed prices from 5 years ago. Hardly anybody dislikes the 67-72 body style, no matter their taste in vehicles. I say they are a good investment now, fun to drive, and easy to sell. Also, as far as the market price, they are still, at entry level, about the " cheapest" vehicle to buy into the market. There's my 02$

[dagnabbitt]

Originally Posted by HO455

I am afraid I don't understand your statement. The technology is here. There were folks throwing electric motors and 8-D batteries in Pintos and Vegas the 1970's. Today people are wrecking thousands of Teslas and Prious' every day. It's way better technology and easy to get.
Ten years ago (pre- hybrid car) I was at the local drag strip and saw 30 plus converted electric vehicles racing. I'd wager that today there would be 3 times that many converted vehicles there. If you do an interweb search for how to make and electric car you will have several days of reading.
I am pretty sure there are no subsidies for the folks who modify a vehicle to replace the IC engine with an electrical motor.

I've always thought that if someone invented an electric drop-in small block it might actually save the hobby. And if you don't like electric, hey, more gas for the rest of us.

[Richard]

Originally Posted by HO455

I am afraid I don't understand your statement. The technology is here. There were folks throwing electric motors and 8-D batteries in Pintos and Vegas the 1970's. Today people are wrecking thousands of Teslas and Prious' every day. It's way better technology and easy to get.
Ten years ago (pre- hybrid car) I was at the local drag strip and saw 30 plus converted electric vehicles racing. I'd wager that today there would be 3 times that many converted vehicles there. If you do an interweb search for how to make and electric car you will have several days of reading.
I am pretty sure there are no subsidies for the folks who modify a vehicle to replace the IC engine with an electrical motor.

Forgot I posted here. Do not really want to start a debate as I feel this is not the place. Not saying this is not a cool idea. Lots of power, instant torque on demand. But the cost would be more than my extravagant LSA. Guessing I would have to fill 1/2 to 3/4 of the bed with battery's to gain the range of my 31 gal tank. Consider the weight of the battery's. Charging is not free. Battery's have a life expectancy and are expensive. Sorry, I feel this is not a viable option right now except for a short range small car. JMHO
I like stock and modified trucks. It is yours, do what you want. Anyone think that people in 2070 will be restoring 2020 trucks like the folks here do? Guessing that will not be an option.

[70c10-08]

Originally Posted by HO455

If we're talking the future. I predict we will be seeing electric conversions. I had a conversation a while ago with a guy who walked past me and my Burban about how he would love to make it electric powered. Lots of room for battery banks for extra long range coupled with what he felt are decent aerodynamics made him excited about converting a 67-68 Suburban.

I agree with the seeing electric conversions on these trucks in the future and, it seems like everybody wants a clean shortbed with all the amenities AC, LS engine, tilt wheel ect. and wants them to handle like a vette or, fast and easy, to each his own. I'm 30 and I don't mind still working with the old points style ignition, manual steering and no air conditioning. I'm sure glad I got into these when I did lol. The 67-72's I believe will always have a big cult following hey, the 48-54's once were the classic truck to have and, and the squares were old vehicles you couldn't give away. There's a truck for pretty much any taste, concourse resto stock longbeds to heavily modified shortys with Toyota 2JZ engines in them. Only time will tell what the future holds, I believe they'll be extremely popular for a while