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mgkgmc · 03-22-2013, 05:19 PM

I'd have to say the best money I have ever spent for my truck was joining this site 67-72chevytrucks.com by far!

SCHRUMGMC · 03-22-2013, 05:22 PM

I joined, and Love it here over time..Just dont wanna spend to upgrade

scrappy · 03-22-2013, 05:51 PM

My dad & I doing a complete body off on my 70 2wd LB 20 years ago & it still looking the same as the day we finished it. To me that's priceless.

dsy1 · 03-22-2013, 06:06 PM

A few bucks for a speedometer gear adapter to make my speedometer accurate.

1964Chevy · 08-11-2013, 11:44 PM

Power steering.
Gas tank to rear.
1-1/4" CPP front anti sway bar
Posted via Mobile Device

tmc1986 · 08-12-2013, 12:14 AM

Power disc brake conversion
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the ideaman · 08-12-2013, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmc1986

Power disc brake conversion
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Same here!
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**Wrenchbender Ret** · 08-12-2013, 09:20 AM

Overdrive transmissions. I have a 700R4 in my 70 Stepside & a T-5 in my 56.
George

Andy4639 · 08-12-2013, 09:37 AM

Well where do I start.

The first upgrade was the power brake booster in 1986 right after I bought it, then the red & greay paint job. Then I found a wrecked factory truck with AC and swapped it all over to mine. I have spent a bunch of money on the truck over the past years since 1986 til now. I would say the best money I have spent on it lately was for the Speed Hut GPS gauges I installed in it.

weaintscared · 08-12-2013, 10:39 AM

Best money spend Joining this site, lots of info on here
Next both of my 69 c10 love these old trucks

My Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468622

My pantina truck http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...are&nomobile=1

chevy72blu · 08-12-2013, 01:05 PM

LS1/4l60e swap. Fell in love with the truck all over again.

You folks do have me curious about a sway bar... I'll do some pic-a-part diving and try to install one when I get to my front end rebuild. With 45 year old ball joints, I expect it to be some of the best money I've spent

texjake · 12-24-2013, 03:06 AM

The best $$$ that I have spent so far was the $3500 for this awesome barn find 1968 Chevy C-10. A running/driving factory ordered 396 cu in big block truck with PS/PB, factory air, auto transmission & a 12 bolt rearend. Since I've had it, so far the best $$ spent on it has been the window weather stripping, a new window regulator, new seat upholstery & carpet - since it didn't have carpet its going to make a word of difference & the new seat covers are going to be great too.

Hawghauler · 12-24-2013, 10:51 AM

Without question, my best $ went to the power disc brake, power steering, 3:08 rearend, 5 lug conversion, larger sway bar, all for $300. Whole new truck! A little extra for booster, lines, bushings, etc. But still, best bang for $. This site is without question right up there for bang for $. You can never get enough information and experiences from people who share your passion. Kudos to you all!

RichardJ · 12-24-2013, 01:49 PM

First; AC allowed me to drive in real comfort in SoCal summer heat.

Second; Switching the 4:56 rears gears for 3:54 moved me from the slow lane with the engine screaming to the high speed lane with a very happy engine.

Third; Power Steering and smaller wheel stopped me from feeling like I was wrestling an alligator when parallel parking.

Those three things have made the truck much, much more pleasurable to drive. Other changes I have made are cool, but have not had the same impact as those three.

White70C20 · 12-24-2013, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Maybe it comes with age, maybe not. I appreciate the guys out there that are making upgrades that improve performance and handling but I am an old school 48 year old man who is more than ever appreciating the way things use to be. My 72 has a q-jet with electric chock and I love the fact that I have to pump it 3 or 4 times, fire it up and wait for it to warm up before I can go. I love to pull the vents open and roll down the windows. It does not bother me when I am sitting in a parking lot somewhere trying to figure out why I have no spark. I love it when it loads up at times and I have to clean it out on the back roads.

The best money I have ever spent on my 72 or my 64 is making sure it stays the way it was. I love the challenge of finding original GM parts. They are worth all the money I spend on them.

Amen brother!!!! I love the fact that my grandfather's truck is all original. I'm trying to keep it in as original condition as possible. My other truck, that's a different story.

**Grumpy old man** · 12-24-2013, 05:22 PM

bought 6 parts trucks this week !

03-22-2013, 05:19 PM	#51
mgkgmc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Glendale Arizona Posts: 1,354	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? I'd have to say the best money I have ever spent for my truck was joining this site 67-72chevytrucks.com by far! __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 stepside 1972 GMC Jimmy Custom 2004 Chevy Colorado 1989 Swb Silverado 1972 Aj's Stormer

03-22-2013, 05:22 PM	#52
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? I joined, and Love it here over time..Just dont wanna spend to upgrade __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-22-2013, 05:51 PM	#53
scrappy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Willamette valley of Oregon Posts: 27	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? My dad & I doing a complete body off on my 70 2wd LB 20 years ago & it still looking the same as the day we finished it. To me that's priceless. __________________ Overkill is an often underrated achievment

03-22-2013, 06:06 PM	#54
dsy1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 127	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? A few bucks for a speedometer gear adapter to make my speedometer accurate.

08-11-2013, 11:44 PM	#55
1964Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 92	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Power steering. Gas tank to rear. 1-1/4" CPP front anti sway bar Posted via Mobile Device __________________ If your strength is small, don't carry heavy burdens. If your words are worthless, don't give advice. Chinese Proverb

08-12-2013, 12:14 AM	#56
tmc1986 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: enumclaw, wa Posts: 143	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Power disc brake conversion Posted via Mobile Device __________________ '67 2wd LWB 350/4speed.

08-12-2013, 09:20 AM	#58
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,190	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Overdrive transmissions. I have a 700R4 in my 70 Stepside & a T-5 in my 56. George

08-12-2013, 09:37 AM	#59
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Well where do I start. The first upgrade was the power brake booster in 1986 right after I bought it, then the red & greay paint job. Then I found a wrecked factory truck with AC and swapped it all over to mine. I have spent a bunch of money on the truck over the past years since 1986 til now. I would say the best money I have spent on it lately was for the Speed Hut GPS gauges I installed in it. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

08-12-2013, 10:39 AM	#60
weaintscared Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sumter SC Posts: 439	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Best money spend Joining this site, lots of info on here Next both of my 69 c10 love these old trucks My Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468622 My pantina truck http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...are&nomobile=1

08-12-2013, 01:05 PM	#61
chevy72blu Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,188	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? LS1/4l60e swap. Fell in love with the truck all over again. You folks do have me curious about a sway bar... I'll do some pic-a-part diving and try to install one when I get to my front end rebuild. With 45 year old ball joints, I expect it to be some of the best money I've spent __________________ RIP EastSideLowLife '72 C20 SWB convert. 5 lug, LS1/4l60e

12-24-2013, 03:06 AM	#62
texjake Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 283	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? The best $$$ that I have spent so far was the $3500 for this awesome barn find 1968 Chevy C-10. A running/driving factory ordered 396 cu in big block truck with PS/PB, factory air, auto transmission & a 12 bolt rearend. Since I've had it, so far the best $$ spent on it has been the window weather stripping, a new window regulator, new seat upholstery & carpet - since it didn't have carpet its going to make a word of difference & the new seat covers are going to be great too. Attached Images

12-24-2013, 10:51 AM	#63
Hawghauler Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Whidbey Island/Edmonds,WA Posts: 360	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? Without question, my best $ went to the power disc brake, power steering, 3:08 rearend, 5 lug conversion, larger sway bar, all for $300. Whole new truck! A little extra for booster, lines, bushings, etc. But still, best bang for $. This site is without question right up there for bang for $. You can never get enough information and experiences from people who share your passion. Kudos to you all! __________________ If I have to be on 4 wheels, It has to be a classic Chevy 1967 c10 Longbed (Hawghauler/Icy weather transport) 2003 BMW K1200GT (Rain bike) 2007 Softail Deuce (Sun bike) 2009 Ultra Classic Electra Glide (Everything else bike)

12-24-2013, 01:49 PM	#64
RichardJ Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,413	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? First; AC allowed me to drive in real comfort in SoCal summer heat. Second; Switching the 4:56 rears gears for 3:54 moved me from the slow lane with the engine screaming to the high speed lane with a very happy engine. Third; Power Steering and smaller wheel stopped me from feeling like I was wrestling an alligator when parallel parking. Those three things have made the truck much, much more pleasurable to drive. Other changes I have made are cool, but have not had the same impact as those three. __________________ '67 GMC 2500, 292, 4spd, AC

12-24-2013, 05:22 PM	#66
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: "Best $ I ever spent" ? bought 6 parts trucks this week ! Last edited by leddzepp; 12-24-2013 at 08:44 PM.



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