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G-MAN · 02-03-2007, 02:17 PM

I got on last week but couldn't post. Hopefully this one goes through.

I'm from Ohio, the Akron area but more specific Kent area. I'm putting together a Johnny Cash truck, a 67-72. It originally was a 68 but had a 67 back glass. Since the original purchase to many years ago to mention I've acquired trucks and many parts. I finally told myself it is go time.

In the near future I think a lift will find it's way to my building. Add that to an old forklift that my junkyard buddy willed me and a new engine hoist I might have a chance.

I've got most of the parts I need but might search here for something better. Add to the fact I would like to get rid of some which would be a good start for someone.

My plan is a 1968 stepside, 87 camaro tpi motor, 700R4 tranny which found it's way to the junkyard. It's good to know people. It's already down to the frame and I've got quite a few things I'm going to bounce off you guys to avoid wasting time plopping parts from various vehicles.

My leftover parts are mostly fleetside and 8' bed parts. A couple of really good engines and trans. Many, many misc interior. Most of the things have been stored inside.

Sorry so long but with a return of a tax check is going to be a starting point for a go. Any help would be appreciated. Starting with a switchover to 5 lug from 6. I already have front disc 5 lug but am looking into what I need to be careful of with a rear end selection/changes and good gear ratio.

shaneschevys · 02-03-2007, 03:00 PM

Welcome from FT Worth TX

G-MAN · 02-03-2007, 03:06 PM

I haven't seen many stepside posters in my hours of searching. To hard to find good beds?

jsbgump · 02-03-2007, 05:51 PM

Welcome to the board from Texas

krue · 02-03-2007, 06:24 PM

Welcome to the board from South Mississipi! To find parts and get rid of some you'll need to become a subscriber to post threads on the parts board. For info on subscribing click the "support the board link" in my sig.

**Canadian694x4** · 02-03-2007, 07:12 PM

Welcome To The Boards!

Pickles · 02-03-2007, 07:33 PM

Welcome from Ky

FarmTruk · 02-03-2007, 07:41 PM

A big HOWDY from Wallburg, NC.

CAL 58 GMC · 02-03-2007, 10:49 PM

Welcome to the board from central Califorina!

mudmizer · 02-03-2007, 11:21 PM

Welcome from Bellingham, Wa.

**Ron 586** · 02-03-2007, 11:22 PM

Welcome to the board from West Tennessee.

Bishops Trucks · 02-03-2007, 11:30 PM

Welcome from Vienna, Austria. It's well worth the $25.00 to become a subscriber.

droppedgmc · 02-04-2007, 07:14 PM

welcome from WA

*bskylerj* · 02-05-2007, 02:06 AM

from Washington State

86swb · 02-05-2007, 07:51 AM

Welcome to the board from Western Kentucky.

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-11-2007, 07:59 AM

From West TN

tom echlin · 02-17-2007, 06:06 PM

Thanks for the warm wecolme. I have been looking for a site with members catered to 67-73 chevs. I have a 72 k/5 Blazer, (3rd one). Reserected from the dead. Its Been a trip, frame up restored, 3" body lift, not my idea and 33s make it a blast to drive. Its comp. orange and black top/int. Slite engine mods with side exhaust, I know but its sounds good. Hope to send pics.if I can figure out the dig. camera.

1969C/10 · 02-17-2007, 07:17 PM

Welcome from Columbus. My brother goes to Kent State!

**Yukon Jack** · 02-20-2007, 03:50 PM

Welcome!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 02-25-2007, 09:41 AM

Welcome to the board from southern oregon..

Joe67 · 02-25-2007, 09:45 AM

Welcome

Long live the stepsides

G-MAN · 03-04-2007, 03:16 PM

Thanks for the replies. What seems to be the most active posting time? What are the other member benefits? I know $25 is no big deal. Just asking.

02-03-2007, 02:17 PM	#1
G-MAN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ravenna, Ohio Posts: 5	1st timer I got on last week but couldn't post. Hopefully this one goes through. I'm from Ohio, the Akron area but more specific Kent area. I'm putting together a Johnny Cash truck, a 67-72. It originally was a 68 but had a 67 back glass. Since the original purchase to many years ago to mention I've acquired trucks and many parts. I finally told myself it is go time. In the near future I think a lift will find it's way to my building. Add that to an old forklift that my junkyard buddy willed me and a new engine hoist I might have a chance. I've got most of the parts I need but might search here for something better. Add to the fact I would like to get rid of some which would be a good start for someone. My plan is a 1968 stepside, 87 camaro tpi motor, 700R4 tranny which found it's way to the junkyard. It's good to know people. It's already down to the frame and I've got quite a few things I'm going to bounce off you guys to avoid wasting time plopping parts from various vehicles. My leftover parts are mostly fleetside and 8' bed parts. A couple of really good engines and trans. Many, many misc interior. Most of the things have been stored inside. Sorry so long but with a return of a tax check is going to be a starting point for a go. Any help would be appreciated. Starting with a switchover to 5 lug from 6. I already have front disc 5 lug but am looking into what I need to be careful of with a rear end selection/changes and good gear ratio.

02-03-2007, 03:00 PM	#2
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: 1st timer Welcome from FT Worth TX __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

02-03-2007, 03:06 PM	#3
G-MAN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ravenna, Ohio Posts: 5	Re: 1st timer I haven't seen many stepside posters in my hours of searching. To hard to find good beds?

02-03-2007, 05:51 PM	#4
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: 1st timer Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

02-03-2007, 06:24 PM	#5
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: 1st timer Welcome to the board from South Mississipi! To find parts and get rid of some you'll need to become a subscriber to post threads on the parts board. For info on subscribing click the "support the board link" in my sig. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

02-03-2007, 07:12 PM	#6
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,306	Re: 1st timer Welcome To The Boards! __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 20 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada! - 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 2 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 13 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 6 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

02-03-2007, 07:33 PM	#7
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02-03-2007, 07:41 PM	#8
FarmTruk In Memoriam... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wallburg, NC Posts: 1,216	Re: 1st timer A big HOWDY from Wallburg, NC. __________________ '68 C10 SWB 307ci 2BBL *FarmTruk Pics Here* *"You know, doing what is right is easy. The problem is knowing what is right."*

02-03-2007, 10:49 PM	#9
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1st timer Welcome to the board from central Califorina! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

02-03-2007, 11:21 PM	#10
mudmizer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bellingham, washington Posts: 260	Re: 1st timer Welcome from Bellingham, Wa. __________________ 68 4x4, 454, 4 speed, disk brakes both ends, Sold my 69 SS396 Elcamino when young & stupid

02-03-2007, 11:22 PM	#11
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: 1st timer Welcome to the board from West Tennessee. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

02-03-2007, 11:30 PM	#12
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02-04-2007, 07:14 PM	#13
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02-05-2007, 02:06 AM	#14
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02-05-2007, 07:51 AM	#15
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02-11-2007, 07:59 AM	#16
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: 1st timer From West TN __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

02-17-2007, 06:06 PM	#17
tom echlin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: kentucky Posts: 1	Re: 1st timer Thanks for the warm wecolme. I have been looking for a site with members catered to 67-73 chevs. I have a 72 k/5 Blazer, (3rd one). Reserected from the dead. Its Been a trip, frame up restored, 3" body lift, not my idea and 33s make it a blast to drive. Its comp. orange and black top/int. Slite engine mods with side exhaust, I know but its sounds good. Hope to send pics.if I can figure out the dig. camera.

02-17-2007, 07:17 PM	#18
1969C/10 Unskilled Labor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH-IO Posts: 788	Re: 1st timer Welcome from Columbus. My brother goes to Kent State! __________________ 1986 K/20, 350/TH400, My First 4x4.......

02-20-2007, 03:50 PM	#19
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: 1st timer Welcome! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

02-25-2007, 09:41 AM	#20
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: 1st timer Welcome to the board from southern oregon.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

02-25-2007, 09:45 AM	#21
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Re: 1st timer Welcome Long live the stepsides __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

03-04-2007, 03:16 PM	#22
G-MAN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ravenna, Ohio Posts: 5	Re: 1st timer Thanks for the replies. What seems to be the most active posting time? What are the other member benefits? I know $25 is no big deal. Just asking.

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