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splitmike · 12-10-2008, 05:26 PM

2 1/4" front and 2" rear
This truck is about to get an update ....its looked like this for close to about 10years now

OARNGESI · 12-10-2008, 05:34 PM

So what did you do with the vw

splitmike · 12-10-2008, 05:42 PM

The VW looks like this now. It is not mine anymore.

I traded it for this one

Spray-Bomb · 12-10-2008, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by splitmike

2 1/4" front and 2" rear
This truck is about to get an update ....its looked like this for close to about 10years now

Hey Mike, wassup ???

Remember me ???

AK72K10 · 12-10-2008, 08:13 PM

Chopped-n-Dropped?
Well that poses at least two significant problems for me. The least of which is with me being a rather tall guy @ 6'3" (And a bit clumsy I might add) I tend to bang my head upon entry/egress, and since I do not hold stock in Tylenol that option is pretty much a non-option for me. <Thumbs down> As far as Dropped...don't you live in PA? I think you may encounter a problem similar to me: Winter. Alaskan winters can be rough on a rig, even on only driven in the summer months, with our PFC=BHR factor (Precip + Freezing Conditions = Big Holes in Road) being rather high dropped is also out of the question. Up here in Alaska we have pot-holes that would bottom out a school bus. <Thumbs down> But in all seriousness, I do not wish to rain on your parade, or callously shoot down any dreams of...ugh...cuttin sheet metal, so if this bad boy is going to make the complete conversion and turn Trailer Queen then I guess I would say "Have at it, cut away!" just make sure you have long ramps...or stout rails!
AK

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splitmike · 12-10-2008, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spray-Bomb

Hey Mike, wassup ???

Remember me ???

Yes in-deed

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-10-2008, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigsnookmaster

Here's a couple pics of mine that I chopped 20 or so years ago:

That is a sweet truck!

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-10-2008, 09:05 PM

Peter, any updates on your cab?

bigsnookmaster · 12-10-2008, 09:26 PM

Thanks, it's a 4" chop, roof sectioned in 4 pieces, skinned over the top, and no leaning of the posts, as this alters the angle of the windshield and you won't be able to use a glass windshield.

corn · 12-10-2008, 09:44 PM

Ill pass on the chopped top...

casey g · 01-04-2013, 10:39 PM

bringing back a old tread.

my dads truck.

Moline_Puller · 01-04-2013, 10:55 PM

I have to agree...lowered, yes....chopped, no.

These trucks have such great lines and proportions...no need to alter them.

Chris
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YBNORML · 01-04-2013, 11:42 PM

Casey : As I have said before, and will say again. I love this truck! It is freakin perfect!
Posted via Mobile Device

casey g · 01-05-2013, 12:37 AM

haha thanks. my dads first love : )

we just started a build thread called 35 years in the making.

casey g · 01-05-2013, 12:39 AM

thenewminator · 03-24-2013, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by casey g

bringing back a old tread.

my dads truck.

i dont care who you are or what your opinion is about chopped tops.......this truck is ****in' bad ass!

SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 11:56 PM

I am not a BIG fan of Chopped tops, I don't like it at all to be Honest

piecesparts · 03-25-2013, 02:00 AM

Many may hate, them, but I have an affinity to a truck that is chopped, if it is done right. I have one that is in th eprocess of being built, that I have in my garage and it works for me. That is what makes it stand out.

nibs · 03-25-2013, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Orange

I have only seen 1 chop EVER that I liked...several drops though.

Here's the chop:

Here's how:
http://www.highgearhotrods.com/Retro...rodmarch08.pdf

DLB

Ok, I have to see more pics of this truck! The link didnt provide me with the pics I wanted... Anyone know where to find some?

SCHRUMGMC · 03-25-2013, 08:49 AM

Thats the only chopped top I like.You basically ruin the cab top

69chevy lwb · 03-25-2013, 09:37 AM

heres my buddys truck
http://c10forum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8227

prostreetC-10 · 03-25-2013, 12:12 PM

I tell you.......those 60-66 look really good with a subtle chop!! That red truck above looks great to me!

I think I posted on another chop thread that it's hard to dare to go through all that work just to take off a little, but that's when they look good. Chip Foose always says to do just enough that they are not even sure if something has been done.

nibs · 03-25-2013, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69chevy lwb

heres my buddys truck
http://c10forum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8227

This thing has really good potential of being extremely cool! But it could also go south real quick...

prostreetC-10 · 03-25-2013, 01:45 PM

I agree there is a fine line when approaching "too much".

SCHRUMGMC · 03-25-2013, 02:10 PM

Can someone explain to me, whats the purpose of Chop Tops ?..I like having a original looking truck, still can't get a grip on the purpose

12-10-2008, 05:26 PM	#51
splitmike Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 3	Re: Chop Tops ??? 2 1/4" front and 2" rear This truck is about to get an update ....its looked like this for close to about 10years now

12-10-2008, 05:34 PM	#52
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Chop Tops ??? So what did you do with the vw

12-10-2008, 05:42 PM	#53
splitmike Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 3	Re: Chop Tops ??? The VW looks like this now. It is not mine anymore. I traded it for this one Last edited by splitmike; 12-10-2008 at 06:44 PM.

12-10-2008, 08:13 PM	#55
AK72K10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 84	Re: Chop Tops ??? Chopped-n-Dropped? Well that poses at least two significant problems for me. The least of which is with me being a rather tall guy @ 6'3" (And a bit clumsy I might add) I tend to bang my head upon entry/egress, and since I do not hold stock in Tylenol that option is pretty much a non-option for me. <Thumbs down> As far as Dropped...don't you live in PA? I think you may encounter a problem similar to me: Winter. Alaskan winters can be rough on a rig, even on only driven in the summer months, with our PFC=BHR factor (Precip + Freezing Conditions = Big Holes in Road) being rather high dropped is also out of the question. Up here in Alaska we have pot-holes that would bottom out a school bus. <Thumbs down> But in all seriousness, I do not wish to rain on your parade, or callously shoot down any dreams of...ugh...cuttin sheet metal, so if this bad boy is going to make the complete conversion and turn Trailer Queen then I guess I would say "Have at it, cut away!" just make sure you have long ramps...or stout rails! AK ____________________________ 1972 K10 Custom Deluxe 350/350 2008 Suburban (The Mrs.) 1972 F.O.R.D. "Why Build It If You Can't Drive It?"

12-10-2008, 09:05 PM	#58
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: Chop Tops ??? Peter, any updates on your cab? __________________ 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.*

12-10-2008, 09:26 PM	#59
bigsnookmaster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: St.Petersburg,Fl Posts: 1,267	Re: Chop Tops ??? Thanks, it's a 4" chop, roof sectioned in 4 pieces, skinned over the top, and no leaning of the posts, as this alters the angle of the windshield and you won't be able to use a glass windshield. __________________ greg http://community.webshots.com/user/68406Stepside

12-10-2008, 09:44 PM	#60
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Chop Tops ??? Ill pass on the chopped top...

01-04-2013, 10:39 PM	#61
casey g Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Coeur d'alene ID Posts: 509	Re: Chop Tops ??? bringing back a old tread. my dads truck.

01-04-2013, 10:55 PM	#62
Moline_Puller Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sussex, NJ Posts: 202	Re: Chop Tops ??? I have to agree...lowered, yes....chopped, no. These trucks have such great lines and proportions...no need to alter them. Chris Posted via Mobile Device

01-04-2013, 11:42 PM	#63
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Re: Chop Tops ??? Casey : As I have said before, and will say again. I love this truck! It is freakin perfect! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

01-05-2013, 12:37 AM	#64
casey g Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Coeur d'alene ID Posts: 509	Re: Chop Tops ??? haha thanks. my dads first love : ) we just started a build thread called 35 years in the making.

01-05-2013, 12:39 AM	#65
casey g Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Coeur d'alene ID Posts: 509	Re: Chop Tops ???

03-24-2013, 11:56 PM	#67
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: Chop Tops ??? I am not a BIG fan of Chopped tops, I don't like it at all to be Honest __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-25-2013, 02:00 AM	#68
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: Chop Tops ??? Many may hate, them, but I have an affinity to a truck that is chopped, if it is done right. I have one that is in th eprocess of being built, that I have in my garage and it works for me. That is what makes it stand out. __________________ Frank

03-25-2013, 08:49 AM	#70
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: Chop Tops ??? Thats the only chopped top I like.You basically ruin the cab top __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100



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03-25-2013, 09:37 AM	#71
69chevy lwb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Evanston Posts: 304	Re: Chop Tops ??? heres my buddys truck http://c10forum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8227 __________________ My Patinia'd 69 69-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=517537 My RHD 68 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594928

03-25-2013, 12:12 PM	#72
prostreetC-10 My Carbon Footprint Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orygun Posts: 5,527	Re: Chop Tops ??? I tell you.......those 60-66 look really good with a subtle chop!! That red truck above looks great to me! I think I posted on another chop thread that it's hard to dare to go through all that work just to take off a little, but that's when they look good. Chip Foose always says to do just enough that they are not even sure if something has been done. __________________ A quick "pedalfest" *Still getting loose (carb test)* 496 Initial fire up video!

03-25-2013, 01:45 PM	#74
prostreetC-10 My Carbon Footprint Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orygun Posts: 5,527	Re: Chop Tops ??? I agree there is a fine line when approaching "too much". __________________ A quick "pedalfest" *Still getting loose (carb test)* 496 Initial fire up video!

03-25-2013, 02:10 PM	#75
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: Chop Tops ??? Can someone explain to me, whats the purpose of Chop Tops ?..I like having a original looking truck, still can't get a grip on the purpose __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

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