Son's 68 c10 Short Bed

[MDPotter]

Originally Posted by Camaroguy

Probably the most important part, stop stressing out so much when I let him drive it.

As far as learning, honestly, since I did another one of these about 3 years ago, things went relatively smoothly. However, I regret not buying a shorter steering column. Also, it ended up being a WAY nicer truck than I intended and I spent A LOT more money than I expected.

One day when I have kids I'll understand the stress of seeing my kid driving. The time and money invested in the truck just adds stress I'm sure, but also a proportionate add in pride I would hope.

And yes, I know what you mean. I started out just thinking about leaving the body as-is and redoing the chassis and now look what I've done. But even when I've tried to save a few bucks and buy a less expensive part, I usually ended up regretting it.

[Camaroguy]

Originally Posted by MDPotter

One day when I have kids I'll understand the stress of seeing my kid driving. The time and money invested in the truck just adds stress I'm sure, but also a proportionate add in pride I would hope.

And yes, I know what you mean. I started out just thinking about leaving the body as-is and redoing the chassis and now look what I've done. But even when I've tried to save a few bucks and buy a less expensive part, I usually ended up regretting it.

Nothing can prepare you for turning them loose in this world. Also, there's nothing you can do about it but hope and pray that you've prepared them for it.

You're right about the less expensive parts. This is especially important when referencing fuel lines. Just buy the good stuff. I learned that one for sure.

[KevinK7]

Originally Posted by Camaroguy

Nothing can prepare you for turning them loose in this world. ...

Congrats on the 'journey', ...and I say this partly for the project of the truck itself (Wow, ...amazing) but also for the lessons and experience you've conveyed to your son, ...priceless.
He's got to be one really happy kid to be driving that truck, MORESO since you got him involved building it, ...(aka respect). It's one thing to have these 'toys', but when you go through the process of building them, ...you learn to appreciate the effort and sacrifices it takes to own them. The parking lot photo says it all, he worked hard on that truck and parked it away from everything to protect it. Good for him, ...great for you to have built this truck with your son, and in the process as best you can, prepare him for life ahead.

[Camaroguy]

Originally Posted by KevinK7

Congrats on the 'journey', ...and I say this partly for the project of the truck itself (Wow, ...amazing) but also for the lessons and experience you've conveyed to your son, ...priceless.
He's got to be one really happy kid to be driving that truck, MORESO since you got him involved building it, ...(aka respect). It's one thing to have these 'toys', but when you go through the process of building them, ...you learn to appreciate the effort and sacrifices it takes to own them. The parking lot photo says it all, he worked hard on that truck and parked it away from everything to protect it. Good for him, ...great for you to have built this truck with your son, and in the process as best you can, prepare him for life ahead.

All true words. Thank you for saying them.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by KevinK7

Congrats on the 'journey', ...and I say this partly for the project of the truck itself (Wow, ...amazing) but also for the lessons and experience you've conveyed to your son, ...priceless.
He's got to be one really happy kid to be driving that truck, MORESO since you got him involved building it, ...(aka respect). It's one thing to have these 'toys', but when you go through the process of building them, ...you learn to appreciate the effort and sacrifices it takes to own them. The parking lot photo says it all, he worked hard on that truck and parked it away from everything to protect it. Good for him, ...great for you to have built this truck with your son, and in the process as best you can, prepare him for life ahead.

Agreed!

I'll add..... Get that thing 'secured' ASAP. Alarm. Kill switch. Tracking device. Kids love to drive them & hang out w/their friends. Sometimes they get so involved in what they're doing they don't consider the security of things.

[Camaroguy]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Agreed!

I'll add..... Get that thing 'secured' ASAP. Alarm. Kill switch. Tracking device. Kids love to drive them & hang out w/their friends. Sometimes they get so involved in what they're doing they don't consider the security of things.

I hear ya and we should be good in that regard.

My brother had a 67 Camaro Convertible stolen when we were just a little older than my son. It was recovered a few days later but it was a lesson learned.