Project Grande Slam: Coley's Hot Rod Shop

[BB72CHEVKT]

I hope it works out for you.

[LakeAnna]

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

When I figure women out Im going to write a book.
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A very LONG book!

[Rusbuilt]

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

When I figure women out Im going to write a book.
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Originally Posted by LakeAnna

A very LONG book!

Lol unfortunately a book we would all truly need to read!

[bigguy69]

Just imagine the movie.
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[Zoomin]

Seems pretty simple seems to me. You have to sell it when it's finished. Fine.
That can take a looooong time.
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[72BlckButy]

Hang in there Chad... hope you can keep it.

Make momma happy and then see where things stand. It's all about compromise.

[CC69Rat]

Talked to the wife about the whole truck thing. Here's the plan.

We are both 39, no children. I will be 40 on April 5. It's time for some little ones. As some of you know, I have been into cycling for years, Triathlon, etc. Let's just say I think I may have damaged something. Even as a kid, I was into 'freestyle' and BMX, raced Mtn bikes for a while .. I've spent a lot of time in uncomfortable situations.

The problem is me, (confirmed) so we're looking into Invitro. IVF, it's not the cheapest thing in the world so instead of draining the savings and what not.. I am going to finish up the GMC and sell it. It will suck, but .. maybe on the Power Tour or something just hang a sign in the window that it is for sale.

I made her a promise. IF things don't happen like they should before June 1, then we will commit to IVF and all costs involved. If for some reason it does happen then .. well..

Bottom line, I have another truck. If the GMC goes to a new home, then the stepper becomes a fleetside, and some new shoes. I will finish up the paint on it and just enjoy that one. Nothing wrong with a 68 SWB, BBC. Possibly 20x12, Aluminum heads, bagged, just a street bruiser. Slick with side trim, etc. (reason to go to fleetside)

All is not lost... but I do hate the GMC will likely have to go. Two trucks is a lot to ask from the wife and I am being a little unreasonable about it so, she's cool with one truck and a new baby I can do that.


I talked to Stiney the other day and I will be ordering my front wheels next Friday. The weather is clearing up in Chattanooga so I can finish up painting the bedsides (inside) and get the bed back on it. Then it's brake lines, finish up the interior and send it on it's way. It will be a se*y little SWB, no doubt.

Later ..

[cericd]

Sound like a fair compromise to me. Y'all end up with a little one and you still end up with a nice ride.

I hate to hear that the stepper would become a fleet. Back when you were helping me look for mine I originally wanted a fleet but as I looked around I really started to want a step. Well, we know what I ended up with. I kinda wish it woulda been a step.

Anywho, congrats on the negotiation.

[shawno72]

Sounds good Chad, bet make like a rabbit and well, you know. So either way you are gonna end up with at least one of the trucks?

[original-71]

trust me brother one toy is enough when you have kids. i barely have time for my truck cause we are always on the go, i wish you and your wife the best of luck in the near future. oh and you can still make the stepper look good also this guy selling this truck in houston, just to give you an idea

[lolife99]

Keep me in mind when it comes time to sell your GMC,...

[Rusbuilt]

Chad I will pray for you and your wife. It seems like the ppl who will make the best parents have the hardest time having them! Good luck sir!

[shawno72]

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Chad I will pray for you and your wife. It seems like the ppl who will make the best parents have the hardest time having them! Good luck sir!

Aint that the truth!!

[Bennett68C10]

Sounds like a good plan Chad, I wish you and your wife the best of luck with everything.

[nlped]

Kids are more fun than these trucks...& way more expensive. But a true blessing!
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[Ol Blue K20]

Chad, I have three kids and they're now in their 20's and they treat me like the kid now give me a curfew and make me come in the house for dinner, count my drinks etc.... but I love it. Good luck

[CC69Rat]

Doing what I can, .. But, either way I still have one truck so Im good with that. I just bought the GMc because of what it is and what I got it for. Initially I though maybe just some wheels and a drop but I got carried away. Im just going to enjoy it with Pops on the HRPT and sell it.

Keith Ill reach out to you around June and let you know. You could fly in and drive this one home. It runs like a sewing machine.
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[big_al_71]

Good luck chad in all you do. Having Kids is the biggest blessing and the biggest heartache at times but I would not change it for the world.

For me just having the one truck is plenty and because of my lifestyle sometimes the truck sits for months at a time.

[CC69Rat]

Originally Posted by cericd

Sound like a fair compromise to me. Y'all end up with a little one and you still end up with a nice ride.

I hate to hear that the stepper would become a fleet. Back when you were helping me look for mine I originally wanted a fleet but as I looked around I really started to want a step. Well, we know what I ended up with. I kinda wish it woulda been a step.

Anywho, congrats on the negotiation.

I can fix you up with a stepside bed. I'd even work a trade with you if you want, and deliver / come pick it up. I appreciate the kind words brother. It means a lot. I'm not really 'losing' anything but you kinda get attached to these old cars / trucks. I just hate to see it go.

Originally Posted by shawno72

Sounds good Chad, bet make like a rabbit and well, you know. So either way you are gonna end up with at least one of the trucks?

yeah, she's going to let me keep the 68. (well, kinda 68)

Originally Posted by original-71

trust me brother one toy is enough when you have kids. i barely have time for my truck cause we are always on the go, i wish you and your wife the best of luck in the near future. oh and you can still make the stepper look good also this guy selling this truck in houston, just to give you an idea

I am a huge fan of the 67-68 side trim. That and the fact you can absolutely stuff some huge tires under a fleetside.. I'm just thinking out loud really but I am keeping my eyes open for a fleet bed.

Originally Posted by lolife99

Keep me in mind when it comes time to sell your GMC,...

It's a sweet truck man, I'd like to see you get it.

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Chad I will pray for you and your wife. It seems like the ppl who will make the best parents have the hardest time having them! Good luck sir!

Thank you my friend. I mean no disrespect, but how the h*11 do people do this accidentally? Am I missing something here?

Originally Posted by shawno72

Aint that the truth!!

I really love kids man. I can't even express how much. It's not that I don't want kids, it's just losing your truck over the fact as a guy, I seem to have issues I can't really control (??) I just have to deal with it and move on. It's common in distance cyclists. At one point in my life I was riding close to 7k miles a year.

Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L

Sounds like a good plan Chad, I wish you and your wife the best of luck with everything.

Thank you man. I hope things in the North East are getting back to normal for you guys too. It's odd how life deals you issues, the only thing you can do is just press on. My truck is a drop in the bucket compared to what you've been through.

Originally Posted by nlped

Kids are more fun than these trucks...& way more expensive. But a true blessing!
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I'd cut off my arm for a child right now. No questions asked. (Not to save my truck .. just cause I like kids )

Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Chad, I have three kids and they're now in their 20's and they treat me like the kid now give me a curfew and make me come in the house for dinner, count my drinks etc.... but I love it. Good luck

Thank you man. I need someone to keep me in line.

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Good luck chad in all you do. Having Kids is the biggest blessing and the biggest heartache at times but I would not change it for the world.

For me just having the one truck is plenty and because of my lifestyle sometimes the truck sits for months at a time.

Yeah, I am having trouble finding time for one, much less two. I am just going to finish it up and enjoy it for a couple weeks and let it go.

I honestly don't know what to ask for it. Will you guys PM me some opinions please? I'm asking, you're not going to hurt my feelings. All except you Keith !!

[Rusbuilt]

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Thank you my friend. I mean no disrespect, but how the h*11 do people do this accidentally? Am I missing something here?

Dude I ask myself the same question. I feel very blessed that my wife and I were able to conceive when we did. Again I will be praying for you guys!!

[72BlckButy]

I think in the long run you won't regret your decision.

Keep at it, enjoy the time while you own it and then let her fly.

[NewType72]

Kids truly are a blessing of course I'm only 20 so I don't exactly have the experience but from my outsiders pov from my sister five little ones they sure throw you a curveball but darnit they're cute and say the darnedest things I wish you and your wife the best an hope to see how awesome this truck turns out to be and it goes to one hell of a guy.
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[cstewart8808]

Hey man u wont regret it when that kid comes. My daughter turns one later this month and i don't have time for hardly anything but her And work. I've sold my bike And my mud truck, but I don't miss either one now I got her. Kids really are amazing. Good luck!!!!!

[superflysteiny]

Chad that is a selfless act. I hope and pray you guys have children. They are better then any truck you or anyone could build.

[shawno72]

Originally Posted by superflysteiny

Chad that is a selfless act. I hope and pray you guys have children. They are better then any truck you or anyone could build.

My kids are the only build that I can smile and know I got it right