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Old 11-02-2005, 10:19 AM   #1
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New from MN. just finish restoration.

The short story is I just finishing restoring a 68 GMC 2500 v6 with a 700r4 conversion. Also new front end with power disc brakes and added power steering. Frame off resto. Truck has family heritage. story and lots of pictures on my site. Putting the finishing touches on the truck now. Hope to be plowing snow soon. ,lol
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Old 11-02-2005, 10:47 AM   #2
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Re: New from MN. just finish restoration.

That is a nice looking truck, welcome to the board!
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Old 11-02-2005, 11:23 AM   #3
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Great lookin truck! Even better w/ the family ties. Good luck and welcome!
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Old 11-02-2005, 12:23 PM   #4
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That's an awesome story and GMC! Welcome to the board!

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Old 11-02-2005, 05:38 PM   #5
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Re: New from MN. just finish restoration.

nice truck and weird lookin valve covers.

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Old 11-02-2005, 06:09 PM   #6
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Welcome to the board from South MIssissippi.
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Old 11-02-2005, 09:46 PM   #7
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Wow thats some story, sorry to hear about your brother. You have a nice ride there. Welcome from SC
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Old 11-02-2005, 11:11 PM   #8
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Old 11-03-2005, 10:20 AM   #9
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Nice truck. Nice story.

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Old 11-03-2005, 10:36 AM   #10
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Welcome from Washington State.....
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Old 11-04-2005, 09:49 AM   #11
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Welcome to the forum 68305EV6. It looks like you have built a really nice truck that has an awesome history. Nice job on the website too. Glad to see it's coming together....



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Old 11-04-2005, 09:58 AM   #12
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Re: New from MN. just finish restoration.

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The short story is I just finishing restoring a 68 GMC 2500 v6 with a 700r4 conversion. Also new front end with power disc brakes and added power steering. Frame off resto. Truck has family heritage. story and lots of pictures on my site. Putting the finishing touches on the truck now. Hope to be plowing snow soon. ,lol
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Awesome work on that restoration!!!

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Old 11-05-2005, 01:46 AM   #13
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Hey welcome!!!
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Old 11-10-2005, 09:05 PM   #14
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Re: New from MN. just finish restoration.

Great story, nice truck! Where are you at in MN?
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Old 11-10-2005, 10:42 PM   #15
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Re: New from MN. just finish restoration.

Man, I really admire your ambition. It sure looked like a basket case when you started! That is a great story and a beautiful resto job. I think anyone would be proud to own it, although none as proud as you. Great job!

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Old 11-11-2005, 02:19 AM   #16
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Welcome from Maryland. You did one H&&lofa job on the truck. Really looks great.

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Old 11-13-2005, 09:10 PM   #17
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