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Tx Firefighter · 07-30-2009, 02:11 PM

I ran across a good cab the other day, so I went ahead and bought it, but the price really hurt. The good thing is that it is totally free of any real rust. It has good solid original rockers and floors and roof. I can't find anything deeper than surface rust anywhere. It also came with the deluxe heater. My truck has the economy unit. The seat is pretty good, dash uncut, wiring and dash stuff all intact. I mean it's a great cab, I am super happy, it's just that the 400 dollar price hurt like hell to pay. What happened to this stuff being cheap ? Parting with that money caused me to squeak a bit when I walk.

I figure I will clean it up real well, POR15 the surface rust and run it.

I got the door too. It's a straight up beauty. The door will need maybe an hour of repair to touch up some heavy pitting in the bottom.

Woogeroo · 07-30-2009, 02:14 PM

Score.

-W

72BlckButy · 07-30-2009, 02:14 PM

Rust free original sheetmetal is hard to come by and generally worth the extra $$$... looks like money well spent to me.

Nice buy Kevin!

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-30-2009, 02:16 PM

Patch panels will cost that much then you have to install them.. That was a good deal, especially for that year.

TopFuel1966 · 07-30-2009, 02:23 PM

A rust free cab for $400.00? You scored the deal of the month!!

Bears63 · 07-30-2009, 03:06 PM

Yep, it is sad when that price is a deal, and it is one hell of a deal, Kevin. That was money well spent.

greg65 · 07-30-2009, 03:10 PM

Great find Kevin. My bbw cab cost almost that much plus the patch panels. I have got to move back to Texas.

MacAttack · 07-30-2009, 03:13 PM

Ouch!

But what are you going to do?

May turn out to be a great deal in the end.

Mac.

Tx Firefighter · 07-30-2009, 03:40 PM

It's not the money as much as I just didn't like the guy at all. He's one of those big timers always talking about how that is a 1k dollar cab if he wanted to go to the trouble of selling it for that much. You know the type of guy who quotes ebay prices and such all of the time.

He advertised it for sale for a price, I gave him the price and all he could do is rattle on about how he was selling it too cheap. Plus, he didn't come up with the tractor to load it for me like he promised, so I had to do it by hand with a come along and boards.

MacAttack · 07-30-2009, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

Plus, he didn't come up with the tractor to load it for me like he promised, so I had to do it by hand with a come along and boards.

That's just plain C/S.....

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-30-2009, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

It's not the money as much as I just didn't like the guy at all. He's one of those big timers always talking about how that is a 1k dollar cab if he wanted to go to the trouble of selling it for that much. You know the type of guy who quotes ebay prices and such all of the time.

He advertised it for sale for a price, I gave him the price and all he could do is rattle on about how he was selling it too cheap. Plus, he didn't come up with the tractor to load it for me like he promised, so I had to do it by hand with a come along and boards.

Oh you mean he is the kind of guy that is so uncool that he has to make stuff up to seem cool. I have run into some of them and they lose my attention as soon as stuff I know of comes out of their mouths and I know it is not possible.

Alan's Classic · 07-30-2009, 04:16 PM

Put some oil on that sqeak Kevin.

That was a great deal and your away from the been there done that guy.

creep · 07-30-2009, 04:26 PM

That big old cab on that teeny tiny trailer... THAT would make my butt squeak! Do you know what year it is? I see it's got the dual master on the firewall like mine, one side is clutch the other side is brakes. I read that they switched to a mechanical linkage clutch in 63 but my 63 GMC has a hydraulic clutch.

Tx Firefighter · 07-30-2009, 04:32 PM

It's a 62 cab with hydraulic clutch. I'm going to convert it to mechanical clutch linkage though. I already have the stuff to do it. It looks like I just have 1 big hole to cut through the firewall for the rod to go through.

terd ferguson · 07-30-2009, 04:45 PM

Nice score. I'd say you paid a fair price considering the lack of rust, good door, and windshield. I need that door by the way. Can I have it?

Tx Firefighter · 07-30-2009, 05:45 PM

I went ahead and threw the cab onto the truck and slapped some sheetmetal on it to get a little motivational progress. Sometimes I have to do that just to see the potential and keep working on it.

What a pain to do by yourself with only an engine hoist to work with.

TheDark1 · 07-30-2009, 06:01 PM

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MacAttack · 07-30-2009, 06:42 PM

**aerotruk63** · 07-30-2009, 07:55 PM

Oh quit your winning and complaining. I paid $1200.00 for a Southern rust free cab ( going price around here) with primered spots over original paint, to help prevent the surface rust from spreading. Had the cab sandblasted only to find the guy had puttied the floor and had sanded it smooth. Holes and dings in the roof. Floor pans inner and outer rockers will have to be replaced.

Never be in a rush to buy even if it's a 6 hour drive back home. Douggghhhh! right Homer!

Tx Firefighter · 07-30-2009, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MacAttack

Ha,ha....That's not pink, it's light red.

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Originally Posted by aerotruk63

Oh quit your winning and complaining. I paid $1200.00 for a Southern rust free cab ( going price around here) with primered spots over original paint, to help prevent the surface rust from spreading. Had the cab sandblasted only to find the guy had puttied the floor and had sanded it smooth. Holes and dings in the roof. Floor pans inner and outer rockers will have to be replaced.

Never be in a rush to buy even if it's a 6 hour drive back home. Douggghhhh! right Homer!

Yabbut, you're a Cunnuk, eh. That 1200 bucks you spent is like, what, 13 American dollars ?

ksbrktracer · 07-30-2009, 10:54 PM

Looks like an excellent buy to me........... I wish I could find a 64-66 cab half that good.

joe231 · 07-30-2009, 10:59 PM

the pink and baby blue is looking SAWEET!!!

looks like a hell of a score to me too!!

Northern lights · 07-30-2009, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

Yabbut, you're a Cunnuk, eh. That 1200 bucks you spent is like, what, 13 American dollars ?

I don't care who ya are, that's funny right there

.

BTW, 400 AMERICAN dollars?....you didn't buy it, you stole it. If you ever doubt it, just ask yourself, "can I build it for that?". Pro'ly not.

**Captainfab** · 07-31-2009, 12:05 AM

I think that was a decent price for what you got......including what appears to be a good windshield.

Yeah I know you should be able to buy a whole truck for that but that $400 truck would be full of rust too.

SCOTI · 07-31-2009, 12:36 AM

That's pretty clean for $400 & I'm around the corner. I know you do your own stuff, but your time is worth something too.... Think of the amount of time you just saved your self & that squeak should all but disappear (Beano will take care of the rest if it's not all gone)

.

Where did you pick it up at?

07-30-2009, 02:11 PM	#1
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak I ran across a good cab the other day, so I went ahead and bought it, but the price really hurt. The good thing is that it is totally free of any real rust. It has good solid original rockers and floors and roof. I can't find anything deeper than surface rust anywhere. It also came with the deluxe heater. My truck has the economy unit. The seat is pretty good, dash uncut, wiring and dash stuff all intact. I mean it's a great cab, I am super happy, it's just that the 400 dollar price hurt like hell to pay. What happened to this stuff being cheap ? Parting with that money caused me to squeak a bit when I walk. I figure I will clean it up real well, POR15 the surface rust and run it. I got the door too. It's a straight up beauty. The door will need maybe an hour of repair to touch up some heavy pitting in the bottom. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin Last edited by Tx Firefighter; 07-30-2009 at 02:12 PM.

07-30-2009, 02:14 PM	#2
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Score. -W

07-30-2009, 02:14 PM	#3
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Rust free original sheetmetal is hard to come by and generally worth the extra $$$... looks like money well spent to me. Nice buy Kevin! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-30-2009, 02:16 PM	#4
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,775	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Patch panels will cost that much then you have to install them.. That was a good deal, especially for that year. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

07-30-2009, 02:23 PM	#5
TopFuel1966 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 471	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak A rust free cab for $400.00? You scored the deal of the month!!

07-30-2009, 03:06 PM	#6
Bears63 ...just another truck junkie.. Join Date: May 2009 Location: Watertown, SD Posts: 698	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Yep, it is sad when that price is a deal, and it is one hell of a deal, Kevin. That was money well spent. __________________ Mike "Bear" Shea

07-30-2009, 03:10 PM	#7
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Great find Kevin. My bbw cab cost almost that much plus the patch panels. I have got to move back to Texas. __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

07-30-2009, 03:13 PM	#8
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Ouch! But what are you going to do? May turn out to be a great deal in the end. Mac. __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

07-30-2009, 03:40 PM	#9
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak It's not the money as much as I just didn't like the guy at all. He's one of those big timers always talking about how that is a 1k dollar cab if he wanted to go to the trouble of selling it for that much. You know the type of guy who quotes ebay prices and such all of the time. He advertised it for sale for a price, I gave him the price and all he could do is rattle on about how he was selling it too cheap. Plus, he didn't come up with the tractor to load it for me like he promised, so I had to do it by hand with a come along and boards. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

07-30-2009, 04:16 PM	#12
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Put some oil on that sqeak Kevin. That was a great deal and your away from the been there done that guy. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

07-30-2009, 04:26 PM	#13
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak That big old cab on that teeny tiny trailer... THAT would make my butt squeak! Do you know what year it is? I see it's got the dual master on the firewall like mine, one side is clutch the other side is brakes. I read that they switched to a mechanical linkage clutch in 63 but my 63 GMC has a hydraulic clutch. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver. Last edited by creep; 07-30-2009 at 04:28 PM.

07-30-2009, 04:32 PM	#14
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak It's a 62 cab with hydraulic clutch. I'm going to convert it to mechanical clutch linkage though. I already have the stuff to do it. It looks like I just have 1 big hole to cut through the firewall for the rod to go through. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

07-30-2009, 04:45 PM	#15
terd ferguson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 531	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Nice score. I'd say you paid a fair price considering the lack of rust, good door, and windshield. I need that door by the way. Can I have it? __________________ "I never apologize. I'm sorry, but that's just the way I am." - Homer J. Simpson 1955 2nd Series Chevy "King Of Trucks"

07-30-2009, 05:45 PM	#16
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak I went ahead and threw the cab onto the truck and slapped some sheetmetal on it to get a little motivational progress. Sometimes I have to do that just to see the potential and keep working on it. What a pain to do by yourself with only an engine hoist to work with. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

07-30-2009, 06:01 PM	#17
TheDark1 Intentionally Left Blank Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Broussard, LA Posts: 355	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak I think you got a good deal. I need a 64-66 cab like that...I __________________ 1965 C-10 Short Fleet 468/TKO 5-Speed 2004 2500HD Crew 496/Ally Blacked Out (SOLD!!) 1997 Formula WS6 2004 Jeep Wrangler (Sold) 2013 Jeep Wrangler (Sold) 2017 Jeep Wrangler (Blacked Out on 35's) 2011 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2015 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2018 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2020 D-Max Dually Denali on 33x12.50's 1979 GMC Short Bed Step-Side 4x4 350/350 Low Miles



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07-30-2009, 06:42 PM	#18
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Attached Images __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

07-30-2009, 07:55 PM	#19
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,625	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Oh quit your winning and complaining. I paid $1200.00 for a Southern rust free cab ( going price around here) with primered spots over original paint, to help prevent the surface rust from spreading. Had the cab sandblasted only to find the guy had puttied the floor and had sanded it smooth. Holes and dings in the roof. Floor pans inner and outer rockers will have to be replaced. Never be in a rush to buy even if it's a 6 hour drive back home. Douggghhhh! right Homer! __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

07-30-2009, 10:54 PM	#21
ksbrktracer TNT-MOTORSPORTS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: TULSA OKLAHOMA Posts: 2,692	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak Looks like an excellent buy to me........... I wish I could find a 64-66 cab half that good.

07-30-2009, 10:59 PM	#22
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak the pink and baby blue is looking SAWEET!!! looks like a hell of a score to me too!! __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

07-31-2009, 12:05 AM	#24
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak I think that was a decent price for what you got......including what appears to be a good windshield. Yeah I know you should be able to buy a whole truck for that but that $400 truck would be full of rust too. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

07-31-2009, 12:36 AM	#25
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,910	Re: I got a new cab but it caused my butt to squeak That's pretty clean for $400 & I'm around the corner. I know you do your own stuff, but your time is worth something too.... Think of the amount of time you just saved your self & that squeak should all but disappear (Beano will take care of the rest if it's not all gone) . Where did you pick it up at? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

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