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Tinkermc · 09-07-2012, 07:53 PM

well I'm glad all the legal stuff is complete, the truck looks real nice

CG · 09-07-2012, 11:34 PM

I have 4" springs and 2" blocks on my panel and its really close to scrub running 15 inch rims. I may have to grind down the U bolts a little bit.

**Palf70Step** · 09-08-2012, 07:02 AM

I didn't know till after I bought mine, but the 2" block do drag/scrub if you have a flat. As you can see on mine, the shock bracket is right even with the rim. I currently have 255/70x15on the back of mine, but be fore it gets much street use I'll probably get some 17" rims.

Your truck looks great with the new stance.

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-08-2012, 10:42 AM

Your truck is looking awesome!

kingsolver72 · 09-08-2012, 07:54 PM

Thank guys. Hey Ryan,was looking forward to seeing you today Riverside, hope everything is ok.
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kingsolver72 · 09-11-2012, 06:40 PM

Well "Sketchy" made it to the truck show with no glitches...first time legally I think.

I think I need to rename the truck.
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**Palf70Step** · 09-11-2012, 09:02 PM

Nah...keeps her with her roots.

kingsolver72 · 11-10-2012, 12:42 AM

Well I put Sketchy Deal on c.l. and I am getting mostly people wanting to trade.
In the mean time I have installed a new fuel pump and purchased a new sending unit. It appears that I will need to either have the gas tank hot tanked or buy a new one. I called a radiator shop in K.C. they wanted around $145 to clean and seal the old one. A new one at LMC is $150.
I like the truck but if it doesn't sell I am thinking about selling all the sheet metal with the flames and replacing with aftermarket stuff. Would like for the truck to be all black.
I have 69-72 NOS fender,but I would like to stay with the 67-68 grille. Decisions....
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67c10rustbuket · 11-10-2012, 01:56 AM

Well sorry to see you are selling it after all that trouble. Check around for a used tank, I sold a nice one for $20, hard to give those stock ones away.

Low Elco · 11-10-2012, 07:06 AM

I have a tank I believe to be good. Yours if you want it. Why take the flames off? That's Sketchy's soul! There's a guy in Lenexa that deals in these also. Why you want to sell?
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kingsolver72 · 11-10-2012, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Low Elco

I have a tank I believe to be good. Yours if you want it. Why take the flames off? That's Sketchy's soul! There's a guy in Lenexa that deals in these also. Why you want to sell?
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I would definitely be interested in the tank.
Some days I love the truck and other days I think it draws too much attention to me. It sticks out,especially in a small town. Same with my 72. I have the only ochre 72 in town. The up side is that I can always find my trucks in a walmart parking lot. I sometimes think if the truck was all black it wouldn't stand out so much.
I will pm you my cell number.
Thanks.
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kingsolver72 · 11-10-2012, 11:23 PM

Hey Low Elco, again I can't thank you enough for helping me out today. It's guys like you that make this board great. I had another errand to take care of on the way home...so I didn't install the tank yet but, it is going to work out really well. Got the fire back.

pun intended.
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72BlckButy · 11-10-2012, 11:53 PM

Well we need pics...

Zoomin · 11-11-2012, 03:25 PM

Keep after it Scott!

Low Elco · 11-11-2012, 05:10 PM

No worries-thanks for getting stuff out of my yard! I hope it works out for you!

kingsolver72 · 11-13-2012, 03:01 PM

Tank and sending unit is officially in the truck. Gas gauge is inoperable. Guess what is on the list of replacement. Had the smaller tube lines and s.u. for a two barrel carb. is my guess. I have a two wix fuel filters, one before the fuel pump and one after. I'm not sure if it is the cause of the slight hesitation when I excellorate..but it lags a bit. The truck does run a lot better now although it could be better.
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Low Elco · 11-13-2012, 03:33 PM

Check your grounds- if you have a multimeter, the sender is easy to check. Just set it on ohms and cycle.
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big mike71 · 11-13-2012, 08:29 PM

Keep the truck and keep the flames, It's cool to stand out. kcsa75, Bill might be interested in nos fenders.

kingsolver72 · 11-30-2012, 08:51 PM

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Keep the truck and keep the flames, It's cool to stand out. kcsa75, Bill might be interested in nos fenders.

I told a board member a while back if I sold the NOS fenders I would let him know. I can't remember his name... He is from Ohio, I think. I'm still on the fence about selling them. I will keep Bill in mind.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 11-30-2012, 09:17 PM

Wow, sorry to see the truck go, if it goes. I'd keep the flames too! It's only drawing attention if you're doing some thing you shouldn't be.

**Palf70Step** · 11-30-2012, 09:24 PM

Love the look and flames. If I had heard you talking more about getting rid of the flames, I may have had to run up your way when I was in Wichita last week.

**TBONE1964** · 11-30-2012, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

Is the truck a 67 or 68? Or 68 1/2 since it has rear markers but no fronts... Or is it neither? Haha
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Hello WIDESIDE72,

I have seen the term 68 1/2 several times while reading post on here and I am not sure about it. I thought I knew a ton about these trucks and will admit I am not a huhe slant fan. Can you explain what is different about a 68 1/2 than a 68? Just curious. Is it just the marker lights? I have seen them with no fronts and just assumed the owner put 67 fenders on a 68 truck.

Thank you

kingsolver72 · 11-30-2012, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Wow, sorry to see the truck go, if it goes. I'd keep the flames too! It's only drawing attention if you're doing some thing you shouldn't be.

Lol..I never thought of like that. I love the flames one minute and think they say look at me other times. I'm no trying to fly below the radar but feel like the truck sticks out like a sore thumb. That can be good in a parking lot.
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kingsolver72 · 11-30-2012, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Wow, sorry to see the truck go, if it goes. I'd keep the flames too! It's only drawing attention if you're doing some thing you shouldn't be.

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Love the look and flames. If I had heard you talking more about getting rid of the flames, I may have had to run up your way when I was in Wichita last week.

Thanks for the kind words. I seen you were going to be up this way... I just don't know any thing about Wichita to give you ideas on things to do there...so I remained silent.
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big mike71 · 11-30-2012, 10:18 PM

Hey Scott, What's your ochre truck doing on craigs list?

09-07-2012, 07:53 PM	#101
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Project Sketchy Deal well I'm glad all the legal stuff is complete, the truck looks real nice

09-07-2012, 11:34 PM	#102
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,807	Re: Project Sketchy Deal I have 4" springs and 2" blocks on my panel and its really close to scrub running 15 inch rims. I may have to grind down the U bolts a little bit. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

09-08-2012, 07:02 AM	#103
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,751	Re: Project Sketchy Deal I didn't know till after I bought mine, but the 2" block do drag/scrub if you have a flat. As you can see on mine, the shock bracket is right even with the rim. I currently have 255/70x15on the back of mine, but be fore it gets much street use I'll probably get some 17" rims. Your truck looks great with the new stance. Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-08-2012, 10:42 AM	#104
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Your truck is looking awesome! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-08-2012, 07:54 PM	#105
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,202	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Thank guys. Hey Ryan,was looking forward to seeing you today Riverside, hope everything is ok. Posted via Mobile Device

09-11-2012, 06:40 PM	#106
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,202	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Well "Sketchy" made it to the truck show with no glitches...first time legally I think. I think I need to rename the truck. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

09-11-2012, 09:02 PM	#107
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,751	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Nah...keeps her with her roots. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-10-2012, 12:42 AM	#108
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,202	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Well I put Sketchy Deal on c.l. and I am getting mostly people wanting to trade. In the mean time I have installed a new fuel pump and purchased a new sending unit. It appears that I will need to either have the gas tank hot tanked or buy a new one. I called a radiator shop in K.C. they wanted around $145 to clean and seal the old one. A new one at LMC is $150. I like the truck but if it doesn't sell I am thinking about selling all the sheet metal with the flames and replacing with aftermarket stuff. Would like for the truck to be all black. I have 69-72 NOS fender,but I would like to stay with the 67-68 grille. Decisions.... Posted via Mobile Device

11-10-2012, 01:56 AM	#109
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Well sorry to see you are selling it after all that trouble. Check around for a used tank, I sold a nice one for $20, hard to give those stock ones away. __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

11-10-2012, 07:06 AM	#110
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project Sketchy Deal I have a tank I believe to be good. Yours if you want it. Why take the flames off? That's Sketchy's soul! There's a guy in Lenexa that deals in these also. Why you want to sell? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

11-10-2012, 11:23 PM	#112
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,202	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Hey Low Elco, again I can't thank you enough for helping me out today. It's guys like you that make this board great. I had another errand to take care of on the way home...so I didn't install the tank yet but, it is going to work out really well. Got the fire back. pun intended. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

11-10-2012, 11:53 PM	#113
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Well we need pics... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-11-2012, 03:25 PM	#114
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Keep after it Scott! __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

11-11-2012, 05:10 PM	#115
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project Sketchy Deal No worries-thanks for getting stuff out of my yard! I hope it works out for you! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

11-13-2012, 03:01 PM	#116
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,202	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Tank and sending unit is officially in the truck. Gas gauge is inoperable. Guess what is on the list of replacement. Had the smaller tube lines and s.u. for a two barrel carb. is my guess. I have a two wix fuel filters, one before the fuel pump and one after. I'm not sure if it is the cause of the slight hesitation when I excellorate..but it lags a bit. The truck does run a lot better now although it could be better. Posted via Mobile Device



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11-13-2012, 03:33 PM	#117
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Check your grounds- if you have a multimeter, the sender is easy to check. Just set it on ohms and cycle. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

11-13-2012, 08:29 PM	#118
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Keep the truck and keep the flames, It's cool to stand out. kcsa75, Bill might be interested in nos fenders. __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

11-30-2012, 09:17 PM	#120
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Wow, sorry to see the truck go, if it goes. I'd keep the flames too! It's only drawing attention if you're doing some thing you shouldn't be. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-30-2012, 09:24 PM	#121
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,751	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Love the look and flames. If I had heard you talking more about getting rid of the flames, I may have had to run up your way when I was in Wichita last week. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-30-2012, 10:18 PM	#125
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Project Sketchy Deal Hey Scott, What's your ochre truck doing on craigs list? __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

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