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1badcad · 08-28-2005, 08:02 PM

My 72 caught on fire, I can’t believe it. I had th car running outside for a good 20-30 minutes while I was inside. I was trying to let it run for a while, I don’t drive this truck much. Its seems like there was a short in the wires from the fuel pump or sending unit. I just bought this truck too. Everything inside is gone, I am so discourage now I don’t even know if I want to finish this project. I was so excited on finishing this truck my next mod was going to remove the old tank and replace in the rear. How ironic.

1badcad · 08-28-2005, 08:05 PM

Here is what she used to look like.

***Liz*** · 08-28-2005, 08:08 PM

Im sorry man.. I'd be very discouraged also.. but don't give up. Its alot of damage but its fixable. You have tons of support here to bring the truck back.

**hilljob26** · 08-28-2005, 08:09 PM

dude,that really sucks,if i was you,id just sit on the curb and cry,did you put it out yourself,or did the firedepartment put it out,i truly feel for ya,i had one catch fire once,only you were luckier then i ,as your tank did not blow,that is why my tank is in the back of my 72,and every truck i build will be in the back,once again,sorry

matthufham · 08-28-2005, 08:09 PM

oh my god that's terrible, such a nice truck; internally ruined. it looks good from the outside and in the engine bay so i'd rebuild it. i hope insurance gives you a little money.

55chevy · 08-28-2005, 08:10 PM

I feel the pain lookin at those pics, my condolences, it sure looked nice before. I had a 69 Super Bee catch fire on me after I banged a tree, so I do know the despair you feel, wow, what a flashback.

1badcad · 08-28-2005, 08:12 PM

It so happen my dad was here so we put it out with the waterhose. I did want to cry i still want to cry. This car is getting put on the back burner for now. I dont even know where to start. I was just about to purchase another tank. THis blows.

tomatocity · 08-28-2005, 08:14 PM

That was a nice looking truck. You are discouraged now but there isn't anything you can replace or repair. You can start with the fuel tank relocation. This will give you a chance to personalize this very nice truck.

cochran63 · 08-28-2005, 08:43 PM

Looks like the underhood light still works!

**N2TRUX** · 08-28-2005, 08:47 PM

That sucks bro! Good luck with it....

A.P. · 08-28-2005, 08:59 PM

Sorry to for the fire, your truck still looks good.

*Randy70C-10* · 08-28-2005, 09:00 PM

It looks bad but it's definately fixable!!! I can get you started on your re-build, I have a complete un-cut wiring harness with ignition switch and key that I just pulled from a 72, I'll ship it to your door for $50, it's nice!! Too bad you're so far, because I have 4 gas tanks laying around.

*Randy70C-10* · 08-28-2005, 09:07 PM

Hmmmmm, noticed that it's an AC cab, my harness came from a non-a/c cab. Are they different?

toms68cst · 08-28-2005, 09:16 PM

Man I'm sorry. Gut out the interior and acess the damage. Maybe it'll be a little more encouraging. The engine bay looks ok?

Geezer · 08-28-2005, 09:24 PM

What a mess to clean up! Good luck!

1badcad · 08-28-2005, 09:36 PM

Okay i cleaned her up a bit, can she be saved?

shortbed70 · 08-28-2005, 09:42 PM

Did it blister any paint on the roof or back of cab? It doesn't look like it got hot enough to warp the cab but you never know. Sorry to hear about your loss.

ol yellow 72 · 08-28-2005, 10:10 PM

very sorry to hear that dude

1991s10 · 08-28-2005, 10:40 PM

That sure sucks but i know how you feel i had a 65 that caught on fire 1 week after i bought it. .Don't let get ya down

Cat Fuzz · 08-28-2005, 10:40 PM

I'm going to check the wiring in my truck. I just remembered when I was in high school, my step-dad had one of our trucks and it caught fire too.

Longhorn Man · 08-28-2005, 10:42 PM

dude, that sucks.
I say park it in the garage for a month and then see if you still want to sell it.

Sad thing is, it's still worth more than any of my trucks were...hell, it's worth more than all the trucks i've had combined.

armyavncowgirl · 08-28-2005, 10:51 PM

i'm so sorry!

i hope you can salvage her. Did you find out what the source of the fire was for sure?

Swbman · 08-28-2005, 10:52 PM

Man, that sucks Big Time

.A similar thing happened to me with my 71 burb except the fire started under the hood, just about got her all back together.You are doing the right thing dont get to discouraged, she can be put back together.

Fatback · 08-28-2005, 11:29 PM

Rebuild it!!! With all the damage it still looks better than mine!! Seriously though, I feel for you. The dreaded "F" word scares me.

moneyguru · 08-28-2005, 11:33 PM

Was it insured, don't do any more to it until the insurance adjusters have looked at it.

Feel for ya......but don't give up yet, one step at a time!

At least it isn't parked in New Orleans right now!

08-28-2005, 08:02 PM	#1
1badcad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 41	My 72 caught on fire My 72 caught on fire, I can’t believe it. I had th car running outside for a good 20-30 minutes while I was inside. I was trying to let it run for a while, I don’t drive this truck much. Its seems like there was a short in the wires from the fuel pump or sending unit. I just bought this truck too. Everything inside is gone, I am so discourage now I don’t even know if I want to finish this project. I was so excited on finishing this truck my next mod was going to remove the old tank and replace in the rear. How ironic.

08-28-2005, 08:09 PM	#4
hilljob26 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Gypsum Kansas 67448 Posts: 1,681	dude,that really sucks,if i was you,id just sit on the curb and cry,did you put it out yourself,or did the firedepartment put it out,i truly feel for ya,i had one catch fire once,only you were luckier then i ,as your tank did not blow,that is why my tank is in the back of my 72,and every truck i build will be in the back,once again,sorry __________________ 21 2500hd duramax 58 apache HILLJOB GRAPHIX--for all your graphic needs My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=542497 LS ENGINE SWAP INFORMATION THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=377348 4l60 to an NP205 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...43#post3697343

08-28-2005, 08:10 PM	#6
55chevy Car Truck Bike Nut Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Suffolk Virginia Posts: 850	Oh dayum I feel the pain lookin at those pics, my condolences, it sure looked nice before. I had a 69 Super Bee catch fire on me after I banged a tree, so I do know the despair you feel, wow, what a flashback. __________________ Snow free Florida panhandle, don't miss Indiana winters Temp in Suffolk Virginia, Sentenced 2 to 5 years LOL 68 shortfleet project 94 3500 TD dually so many cars so little time 72 K2 CST 2WD Blazer

08-28-2005, 08:14 PM	#8
tomatocity Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 1,255	That was a nice looking truck. You are discouraged now but there isn't anything you can replace or repair. You can start with the fuel tank relocation. This will give you a chance to personalize this very nice truck. __________________ Got bored, sold everthing. Got bored, looking for a 1960-66 C-10. Want to build my last truck.

08-28-2005, 08:43 PM	#9
cochran63 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,057	Looks like the underhood light still works! __________________ Youth soon passes away, but immaturity can last a life time.

08-28-2005, 08:05 PM	#2
1badcad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 41	Here is what she used to look like.

08-28-2005, 08:08 PM	#3
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,727	Im sorry man.. I'd be very discouraged also.. but don't give up. Its alot of damage but its fixable. You have tons of support here to bring the truck back.

08-28-2005, 08:09 PM	#5
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	oh my god that's terrible, such a nice truck; internally ruined. it looks good from the outside and in the engine bay so i'd rebuild it. i hope insurance gives you a little money.

08-28-2005, 08:12 PM	#7
1badcad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 41	It so happen my dad was here so we put it out with the waterhose. I did want to cry i still want to cry. This car is getting put on the back burner for now. I dont even know where to start. I was just about to purchase another tank. THis blows.

08-28-2005, 08:47 PM	#10
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	That sucks bro! Good luck with it.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

08-28-2005, 08:59 PM	#11
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Sorry to for the fire, your truck still looks good.

08-28-2005, 09:00 PM	#12
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	It looks bad but it's definately fixable!!! I can get you started on your re-build, I have a complete un-cut wiring harness with ignition switch and key that I just pulled from a 72, I'll ship it to your door for $50, it's nice!! Too bad you're so far, because I have 4 gas tanks laying around.

08-28-2005, 09:07 PM	#13
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Hmmmmm, noticed that it's an AC cab, my harness came from a non-a/c cab. Are they different?

08-28-2005, 09:16 PM	#14
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,274	Man I'm sorry. Gut out the interior and acess the damage. Maybe it'll be a little more encouraging. The engine bay looks ok? __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club. Last edited by toms68cst; 08-28-2005 at 09:17 PM.

08-28-2005, 09:24 PM	#15
Geezer Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Spring Branch Texas Posts: 177	What a mess to clean up! Good luck!



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08-28-2005, 09:36 PM	#16
1badcad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 41	Okay i cleaned her up a bit, can she be saved?

08-28-2005, 09:42 PM	#17
shortbed70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Forney TX Posts: 4,512	Did it blister any paint on the roof or back of cab? It doesn't look like it got hot enough to warp the cab but you never know. Sorry to hear about your loss. __________________ Troy 1965 Chevy Bagged,361 sbc,voodoo cam,1.5 full roller rockers,patriot 185cc vortec heads 2.02-1.60,vortec weiand polished intake,demon carb my truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332884 Big Red Dog build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=572274

08-28-2005, 10:10 PM	#18
ol yellow 72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: kentucky Posts: 211	very sorry to hear that dude

08-28-2005, 10:40 PM	#19
1991s10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Caddo Mills Texas 30 miles east of Dallas Posts: 133	That sure sucks but i know how you feel i had a 65 that caught on fire 1 week after i bought it. .Don't let get ya down

08-28-2005, 10:40 PM	#20
Cat Fuzz My son, my joy. Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 463	I'm going to check the wiring in my truck. I just remembered when I was in high school, my step-dad had one of our trucks and it caught fire too. __________________ '69 Chevy 3/4 ton, 327cid, Carter AFB, Edelbrock intake, HEI, TH400. Founding member of the No Money To Spend On My Truck Club. When your at Home Depot, you WISH you had gotten an 8 foot bed!

08-28-2005, 10:42 PM	#21
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	dude, that sucks. I say park it in the garage for a month and then see if you still want to sell it. Sad thing is, it's still worth more than any of my trucks were...hell, it's worth more than all the trucks i've had combined.

08-28-2005, 10:51 PM	#22
armyavncowgirl C10 Junkie Join Date: May 2005 Location: Fort Hood, Texas Posts: 194	i'm so sorry! i hope you can salvage her. Did you find out what the source of the fire was for sure? __________________ 09 Chevrolet HHR --- Cruck --- cross between a Car and a Truck Former rides: 1967 C10 LWB 1972 C10 LWB 1969 C10 LWB (parts truck)

08-28-2005, 10:52 PM	#23
Swbman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tulsa,Oklahoma Posts: 606	Man, that sucks Big Time .A similar thing happened to me with my 71 burb except the fire started under the hood, just about got her all back together.You are doing the right thing dont get to discouraged, she can be put back together. __________________ 1961 BUICK LESABRE 1968 CHEVELLE SS 396 1969 BUICK RIVIERA GS 1971 2 WHEEL DRIVE BLAZER 1971 4X4 BLAZER 1971 SHORTBED CHEYENNE FLEETSIDE 1971 SHORTBED 4X4 FLEETSIDE ** ...My Ebay

08-28-2005, 11:29 PM	#24
Fatback Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: North Central FL Posts: 126	Rebuild it!!! With all the damage it still looks better than mine!! Seriously though, I feel for you. The dreaded "F" word scares me. __________________ 70 C/10 LWB 69 Cougar 68 Mustang 68 GMC 4X4 SWB

08-28-2005, 11:33 PM	#25
moneyguru Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: kalamazoo, mi Posts: 397	Was it insured, don't do any more to it until the insurance adjusters have looked at it. Feel for ya......but don't give up yet, one step at a time! At least it isn't parked in New Orleans right now! __________________ "Do the things you fear to do and the death of fear is certain"

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