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killer71 · 11-06-2007, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

already been said but this does suck. Any details on the jacking that can be shared and possibly help? Hopefully something turns up for the good...

Good luck guys....

Nothing that can be shared right now...

68GMCCustom · 11-06-2007, 06:12 PM

Very sorry to hear of your loss... and hope that you get satisfaction (or something close)!

sixty8c10 · 01-04-2008, 04:37 AM

Any news on the truck? I'll keep a look out around the Ft. Polk area.

timcos · 01-04-2008, 06:07 AM

I can hardly believe that. What can we learn...How can we protect these precious beauties.

meathead95 · 01-04-2008, 09:02 AM

i never did hear, where was it stolen from?

nvrsatisfied · 01-04-2008, 10:59 AM

I have been surfing this site getting all the great info i can of these types of engine swaps.....read all 18 pages and damn near starting crying when i got to the HORRIBLE news....is there any up dates....please tell there is good news!

slammed1 · 01-05-2008, 12:49 AM

nvrsatisfied,same here,just read all the pages and was waiting for the last few pages to show the awesome truck done only to see the theft of the truck posted...........WTF?!?!?!?

From someone who has had a vehicle stolen,I can truly empathize with both of you for the loss..........Killer your truck is/was an awesome work of art,and 68stepsides work is an art form as well.

All I can say now is that I hope the bastards get whats coming to them,as they are the scum of the earth,bottom feeding **** taking from others things that mean so much.

DAMN!!

Ol'Rover · 01-05-2008, 07:11 AM

my god, killer was a very nice truck, I was just skimming the site and saw this...my heart sank, sorry for your loss , i hope you get it back. Of course you will.

(ps. saw the wiring pic's im scared to hook up my 305 now.)

lofly'a · 01-05-2008, 07:46 PM

i just read the whole post beginning to end and my heart sank for you. if you get it back please let the board know as i'm sure more than one of us will take a bat (or worse) to whomever we would catch with this truck. we do know what it looks like top to bottom even if it has been altered cosmetically. damn i hate thieves, damn them.

killer71 · 01-06-2008, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lofly'a

i just read the whole post beginning to end and my heart sank for you. if you get it back please let the board know as i'm sure more than one of us will take a bat (or worse) to whomever we would catch with this truck. we do know what it looks like top to bottom even if it has been altered cosmetically. damn i hate thieves, damn them.

DON'T WORRY, YOU GUYS WILL BE THE FIRST TO KNOW!

DavesRide · 01-06-2008, 04:20 PM

Hey Killer71,
I get regular email from the original post about the install. I often wondered about the eaze of stealing from these trucks as they did not address this much back then when they were built. Not from you, but rather GM, as well as other makes.
I can say one thing about this site. Things need to be kept secret ie. Addresses, plate numbers, ect. I am not blaming honest to GOD friends here for anything like that but rather the thief who doesn't care and will only be stolen from himself in the long run.
One very good thing I would like to add. If anyone is gonna see Killer again, it might just be a member here with an eye for detail. I could only hope for that. Luckily it was only parts and pieces and not flesh and blood. I don't mean that to desensatize your loss but rather show appreciation for your love of your truck.
Sincerely, David.

killer71 · 01-06-2008, 04:24 PM

Thanks David, and i agree with you!

BigSky71 · 01-08-2008, 09:11 AM

The feeling of getting ripped off is the worst thing I have ever felt, so my heart goes out to you man big time, big time.

I have enjoyed this thread very much, especially since I am an ex-Okie living in the NW now.

I hope the ending is good.

timcos · 01-10-2008, 04:01 AM

Where did the pics go?

68 short step · 01-10-2008, 08:32 AM

pics should all be back....LMK if everyone works, or doesnt

franky69c10 · 02-14-2008, 12:02 PM

hope u find it

oteixeira · 04-02-2008, 08:34 PM

This truck was what I was aspiring to. I am still going to build mine, but I hate that this happened, and would guess if we haven't heard yet, it's not going to be found. I really hope it was appraised and properly insured. I think I will leave mine ugly, then no one will bother with me.

Orlando

killer71 · 04-02-2008, 10:31 PM

Insured yes...but not properly, heck i barely had it a week....but a lesson was learned! Killer isn't gonna hold a candle to my next build up so if you liked the Killer build just hang around!

HarrolLS1 · 04-03-2008, 06:09 AM

Thats the spirit... can't wait to see it finished. I too was crushed when Killer was taken.

Richard8971 · 04-05-2008, 08:01 AM

Damn dude. I still hope you get her back. I the older I get the more I hate people. Now I understand why old guys are grumpy, they have seen thier share of crap happen to innocent people.

Keep us posted please!

Don

FarmTruk · 05-02-2008, 01:31 AM

Wow...just...wow....I just checked up on the build progress after being away for a few months, and did NOT expect it to take this kind of turn.

Killer, I hated to read about the bad news.

Best o' luck to you on your next project. If it's anything close to the build that Killer 5.3L was, it'll be awesome. Keep the head up

mfarmer · 05-08-2008, 05:38 AM

Watching out for it in the central Tx area, sorry for your loss.

72truckman · 05-09-2008, 02:24 AM

Nice Truck!

What A/C kit did you use? Do you like it and does it blow cold? Also, how does the stock 5.3 AC Compressor fit in the frame?

killer71 · 05-09-2008, 03:01 AM

It's All In The Thread Somewhere...it'll Just Take A Few Minutes To Find!

Jtrux · 09-18-2008, 12:30 PM

I just read the whole build, wtf, that sucks big time.

11-06-2007, 06:12 PM	#427
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: Killers 5.3L install Very sorry to hear of your loss... and hope that you get satisfaction (or something close)! __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

01-04-2008, 04:37 AM	#428
sixty8c10 MY EX DRIVES A BROOM Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Herington, KS Posts: 869	Re: Killers 5.3L install Any news on the truck? I'll keep a look out around the Ft. Polk area. __________________ They say nobody's perfect. I'm a nobody, so I must be perfect. Building Nemo -1968 C10 Long Bed FRED -1947 KB-2 International

01-04-2008, 06:07 AM	#429
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: Killers 5.3L install I can hardly believe that. What can we learn...How can we protect these precious beauties. __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

01-04-2008, 09:02 AM	#430
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,446	Re: Killers 5.3L install i never did hear, where was it stolen from? __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

01-04-2008, 10:59 AM	#431
nvrsatisfied Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: oklahoma Posts: 441	Re: Killers 5.3L install I have been surfing this site getting all the great info i can of these types of engine swaps.....read all 18 pages and damn near starting crying when i got to the HORRIBLE news....is there any up dates....please tell there is good news! __________________ Lug Nuts Classic Rides. (Bodywork, small fab, and Restorations) Perry, Ok. We're just two guys, trying our best. 72 cheyenne super https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=811512 55 chevy truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=840174

01-05-2008, 12:49 AM	#432
slammed1 1972 Chevrolet SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: FT Smith AR Posts: 512	Re: Killers 5.3L install nvrsatisfied,same here,just read all the pages and was waiting for the last few pages to show the awesome truck done only to see the theft of the truck posted...........WTF?!?!?!? From someone who has had a vehicle stolen,I can truly empathize with both of you for the loss..........Killer your truck is/was an awesome work of art,and 68stepsides work is an art form as well. All I can say now is that I hope the bastards get whats coming to them,as they are the scum of the earth,bottom feeding **** taking from others things that mean so much. DAMN!! __________________ My New thread with pics (not my build thread yet.) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post2573646 1972 Chevrolet 1/2 ton short wide bed,68 frt clip Project. 1980 Camaro Inherited when father passed,68K Miles 2003 Ford Mach1 FUN as Hell!! 2002 Dodge Ram 5-8 slam Rolling BillBoard (Gone not forgot) 2004 Dodge Ram HEMI 10" lifted on 37's and 2wd.

01-05-2008, 07:11 AM	#433
Ol'Rover Project: years too late. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Almonte,ON,Canada Posts: 550	Re: Killers 5.3L install my god, killer was a very nice truck, I was just skimming the site and saw this...my heart sank, sorry for your loss , i hope you get it back. Of course you will. (ps. saw the wiring pic's im scared to hook up my 305 now.) __________________ 1971 C10 Stepper LSX 5.3/4L60E 3.73 12bolt posi. Father Son Project. In Memory of Bruce C. Shorten. Rest easy Dad. Ill take it fryom here.

01-05-2008, 07:46 PM	#434
lofly'a Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Alexandria, LA 71301 Posts: 1,451	Re: Killers 5.3L install i just read the whole post beginning to end and my heart sank for you. if you get it back please let the board know as i'm sure more than one of us will take a bat (or worse) to whomever we would catch with this truck. we do know what it looks like top to bottom even if it has been altered cosmetically. damn i hate thieves, damn them. __________________ -02 avalanche (daily driver) -66 gto ragtop 389/400 (garage queen, hand-me-down from dad) -72 Tribute Trans Am (6.0LS/T56 6-speed) in progress -2003 YUKON (Wife's) -71 gmc swb fleet (current project, gonna shave everything, bags, stuff w/ 20's, gen III powertrain) -48 3100 SWB - 12/31/23 LONG TERM Project

01-06-2008, 04:20 PM	#436
DavesRide Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Garageless, Missouri Posts: 408	Re: Killers 5.3L install Hey Killer71, I get regular email from the original post about the install. I often wondered about the eaze of stealing from these trucks as they did not address this much back then when they were built. Not from you, but rather GM, as well as other makes. I can say one thing about this site. Things need to be kept secret ie. Addresses, plate numbers, ect. I am not blaming honest to GOD friends here for anything like that but rather the thief who doesn't care and will only be stolen from himself in the long run. One very good thing I would like to add. If anyone is gonna see Killer again, it might just be a member here with an eye for detail. I could only hope for that. Luckily it was only parts and pieces and not flesh and blood. I don't mean that to desensatize your loss but rather show appreciation for your love of your truck. Sincerely, David. __________________ R.I.P ESLL Even as the body dies the spirit lives on in the people you touched

01-06-2008, 04:24 PM	#437
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Killers 5.3L install Thanks David, and i agree with you! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

01-08-2008, 09:11 AM	#438
BigSky71 LAIDOUT Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NW Montana Posts: 928	Re: Killers 5.3L install The feeling of getting ripped off is the worst thing I have ever felt, so my heart goes out to you man big time, big time. I have enjoyed this thread very much, especially since I am an ex-Okie living in the NW now. I hope the ending is good. __________________ 67 2wd Shorty Build Pictures

01-10-2008, 04:01 AM	#439
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: Killers 5.3L install Where did the pics go? __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

01-10-2008, 08:32 AM	#440
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: Killers 5.3L install pics should all be back....LMK if everyone works, or doesnt Last edited by 68 short step; 01-10-2008 at 03:38 PM.

02-14-2008, 12:02 PM	#441
franky69c10 chevy runs deep Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PHOENIX AZ Posts: 1,074	Re: Killers 5.3L install hope u find it __________________ RAIDER NATION 1969 c10 swb soon 2 b on the road... My LWB is a SWB now http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498241

04-02-2008, 08:34 PM	#442
oteixeira Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Middlesex, NC Posts: 231	Re: Killers 5.3L install This truck was what I was aspiring to. I am still going to build mine, but I hate that this happened, and would guess if we haven't heard yet, it's not going to be found. I really hope it was appraised and properly insured. I think I will leave mine ugly, then no one will bother with me. Orlando __________________ 70 C-20 Custom Camper Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300251



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04-02-2008, 10:31 PM	#443
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Killers 5.3L install Insured yes...but not properly, heck i barely had it a week....but a lesson was learned! Killer isn't gonna hold a candle to my next build up so if you liked the Killer build just hang around! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07 Last edited by killer71; 04-05-2008 at 07:06 PM.

04-03-2008, 06:09 AM	#444
HarrolLS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saint Simons Island,Georgia Posts: 230	Re: Killers 5.3L install Thats the spirit... can't wait to see it finished. I too was crushed when Killer was taken. __________________ Harrol 1968 SWB 1968 SWB 4x4 1969 Suburban 1970 LWB 1970 Blazer 2002 Tahoe Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what happened

04-05-2008, 08:01 AM	#445
Richard8971 Still livin the "dream" in '54 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,656	Re: Killers 5.3L install Damn dude. I still hope you get her back. I the older I get the more I hate people. Now I understand why old guys are grumpy, they have seen thier share of crap happen to innocent people. Keep us posted please! Don __________________ Current build. 1954 Chevrolet 3800 "Ella" SOLD! My '67 stepper "Tangerine Dream" "Anything worth doing is worth doing right" James Dean “When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” Sherlock Holmes "There is no spoon." Neo

05-02-2008, 01:31 AM	#446
FarmTruk In Memoriam... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wallburg, NC Posts: 1,216	Re: Killers 5.3L install Wow...just...wow....I just checked up on the build progress after being away for a few months, and did NOT expect it to take this kind of turn. Killer, I hated to read about the bad news. Best o' luck to you on your next project. If it's anything close to the build that Killer 5.3L was, it'll be awesome. Keep the head up __________________ '68 C10 SWB 307ci 2BBL *FarmTruk Pics Here* *"You know, doing what is right is easy. The problem is knowing what is right."*

05-08-2008, 05:38 AM	#447
mfarmer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Georgetown, Texas Posts: 97	Re: Killers 5.3L install Watching out for it in the central Tx area, sorry for your loss.

05-09-2008, 02:24 AM	#448
72truckman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Ramon, California Posts: 276	Re: Killers 5.3L install Nice Truck! What A/C kit did you use? Do you like it and does it blow cold? Also, how does the stock 5.3 AC Compressor fit in the frame?

05-09-2008, 03:01 AM	#449
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Killers 5.3L install It's All In The Thread Somewhere...it'll Just Take A Few Minutes To Find! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

09-18-2008, 12:30 PM	#450
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Killers 5.3L install I just read the whole build, wtf, that sucks big time. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

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