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Lightspeed · 10-29-2002, 01:01 AM

just wanted some opinions/suggestions. so let me have em!

junkyardjohn · 10-29-2002, 01:32 AM

LOOKS GOOD SO FAR--- GOT ANY PLANS???

Lightspeed · 10-29-2002, 01:47 AM

rear roll pan, diff taillights, new paint, shaving a few things, and a bed cover. diff wheels also.

JJ · 10-29-2002, 03:28 AM

Well, if it's just opinions you're looking for, I think that's a fine looking dog you have there. (Nice truck too)

mtdave2 · 10-29-2002, 10:07 AM

not sure what "type" you are, mosty original or custom lowrider.
me, i like the more orginal look. first thing i would do. is take off them fog lights, change back to the normal grill, and get new wheelse and tires..... other than that.. that trucks is sweet!

Lightspeed · 10-29-2002, 12:11 PM

The foglights are already gone, im not quite sure what i wanna do about the grille yet.

nevada70chev · 10-29-2002, 12:46 PM

my mods are according to how i use my truck. but it looks good...

Zumo · 10-29-2002, 01:06 PM

Let some chrome back into your life.

ChevLoRay · 10-29-2002, 01:53 PM

Did you buy it like this, or is this what you have done and now you're looking for opinions? Gotta be careful when you do that.

I'm the kind of person who has an opinion, but I am also the kind of person who will keep that opinion to myself until I get to know the person who is asking for an opinion. If you are looking for constructive criticism, that is one thing, while the opinion you seek is entirely another.

My preferences (not an opinion....your truck looks good) would be to add some chrome front/rear bumpers, bright headlamp doors, bright windshield/back glass trim....do away with the slider...and add a bed cover to the bed. I'd get rid of the mirrors, and add the Hotrod-style "Peep" mirrors to the doors. It looks like it is lowered, but hard to tell how much. I like a 4/6 drop, with springs so it can still be used....not that I don't like air bags, but I prefer the reliability of springs in comparison. If it isn't a 71/72 chassis, I'd convert to disc brakes...reason is obvious if you're gonna drive it. I'd change wheels to a 16-inch rallye wheel, with small caps and trim rings, then do a ghost flame job in some shades of silver and blue, to contrast with the darker blue....provided the blue paint is in good shape.

This is my preference, if it was mine. But, it is yours and you can do whatever melts your butter and we won't disrespect you for it.

1971LT1SWBPOSI373 · 10-29-2002, 04:35 PM

ditch the rims for something aftermarket.... And that dog is looking a little hungry too

*Randy70C-10* · 10-29-2002, 04:57 PM

I'm a custom man myself, but I've always liked the stock grille.

Stroker · 10-29-2002, 07:36 PM

Since you're planning to shave, adding a roll pan, and different tail lights I'm thinking you're going for a smoother than stock look. I think different mirrors and a change of spare tire location would go well with the other changes you're planning. Looks like the truck has a good solid body. Have fun......Stroker

PushinPebbles · 10-29-2002, 11:18 PM

bag it , body drop it,18's and 20's, shave everything, roll pans, frenched in tail lights etc. but im in the younger crowd and i
can get little carried away w/ power tools hahaha
Jack

Lightspeed · 10-29-2002, 11:19 PM

i bought the truck the way it is now, only thing i've done so far is take the fog lights off. im still learning so i want some constructive criticism.

dion · 10-29-2002, 11:32 PM

Any Chevy looks good to me but if that were my truck I would go back the original chrome bumper, grille and mirrors and maybe some Rally Rims.

*racedvl* · 10-30-2002, 12:21 AM

Chrome sport bumper in the back, chrome bumper in the front, and a 69 grill.

*racedvl* · 10-30-2002, 12:22 AM

Oh, and most important, some slots!!!

10-29-2002, 01:01 AM	#1
Lightspeed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 226	opinions wanted(pics of truck) just wanted some opinions/suggestions. so let me have em!

10-29-2002, 01:32 AM	#2
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	LOOKS GOOD SO FAR--- GOT ANY PLANS??? __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

10-29-2002, 03:28 AM	#4
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	Well, if it's just opinions you're looking for, I think that's a fine looking dog you have there. (Nice truck too) __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

10-29-2002, 10:07 AM	#5
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,507	not sure what "type" you are, mosty original or custom lowrider. me, i like the more orginal look. first thing i would do. is take off them fog lights, change back to the normal grill, and get new wheelse and tires..... other than that.. that trucks is sweet! __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

10-29-2002, 12:46 PM	#7
nevada70chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: reno, nv Posts: 646	How you goin' to use it? my mods are according to how i use my truck. but it looks good... __________________ 70 LWB, 350/350 A/C, P/S, 3 Tone Paint (white cap, primer gray with black guide coat)

10-29-2002, 01:47 AM	#3
Lightspeed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 226	rear roll pan, diff taillights, new paint, shaving a few things, and a bed cover. diff wheels also.

10-29-2002, 12:11 PM	#6
Lightspeed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 226	The foglights are already gone, im not quite sure what i wanna do about the grille yet.

10-29-2002, 01:06 PM	#8
Zumo Hot Rods For Life Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX Posts: 3,305	Let some chrome back into your life. __________________ 1968 C10 LWB **SOLD* Andy Viva Los Bicicletas! Los Muertos Custom Bicycles

10-29-2002, 01:53 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Did you buy it like this, or is this what you have done and now you're looking for opinions? Gotta be careful when you do that. I'm the kind of person who has an opinion, but I am also the kind of person who will keep that opinion to myself until I get to know the person who is asking for an opinion. If you are looking for constructive criticism, that is one thing, while the opinion you seek is entirely another. My preferences (not an opinion....your truck looks good) would be to add some chrome front/rear bumpers, bright headlamp doors, bright windshield/back glass trim....do away with the slider...and add a bed cover to the bed. I'd get rid of the mirrors, and add the Hotrod-style "Peep" mirrors to the doors. It looks like it is lowered, but hard to tell how much. I like a 4/6 drop, with springs so it can still be used....not that I don't like air bags, but I prefer the reliability of springs in comparison. If it isn't a 71/72 chassis, I'd convert to disc brakes...reason is obvious if you're gonna drive it. I'd change wheels to a 16-inch rallye wheel, with small caps and trim rings, then do a ghost flame job in some shades of silver and blue, to contrast with the darker blue....provided the blue paint is in good shape. This is my preference, if it was mine. But, it is yours and you can do whatever melts your butter and we won't disrespect you for it. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

10-29-2002, 04:35 PM	#10
1971LT1SWBPOSI373 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Posts: 460	ditch the rims for something aftermarket.... And that dog is looking a little hungry too __________________ 1971 Shortbed 350/350 w/ Posi-traction 3:73's 1996 Chevy Silverado TJ in Springfield, Virginia Likes old Chevy trucks Drinks Miller MGD

10-29-2002, 04:57 PM	#11
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I'm a custom man myself, but I've always liked the stock grille.

10-29-2002, 07:36 PM	#12
Stroker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Moore, Ok Posts: 1,149	Since you're planning to shave, adding a roll pan, and different tail lights I'm thinking you're going for a smoother than stock look. I think different mirrors and a change of spare tire location would go well with the other changes you're planning. Looks like the truck has a good solid body. Have fun......Stroker __________________ 72 SWB parts and pieces Oklahoma

10-29-2002, 11:18 PM	#13
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	bag it , body drop it,18's and 20's, shave everything, roll pans, frenched in tail lights etc. but im in the younger crowd and i can get little carried away w/ power tools hahaha Jack __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"

10-29-2002, 11:19 PM	#14
Lightspeed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 226	i bought the truck the way it is now, only thing i've done so far is take the fog lights off. im still learning so i want some constructive criticism.

10-29-2002, 11:32 PM	#15
dion 72 Cheyenne Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,086	Any Chevy looks good to me but if that were my truck I would go back the original chrome bumper, grille and mirrors and maybe some Rally Rims. __________________ Burnout Idle 1972Cheyenne 1966/67Stouts



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10-30-2002, 12:21 AM	#16
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Chrome sport bumper in the back, chrome bumper in the front, and a 69 grill.

10-30-2002, 12:22 AM	#17
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Oh, and most important, some slots!!!

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