I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

benbloom · 10-27-2015, 07:06 PM

Hi guys, ive got one of the best problems a guy could have, ive got two great trucks and can only keep one.
The first is a 69gmc 4x4, which is pretty clean, and has a 4 speed with granny low gears, which is fairly inconvenient to drive daily, but ive had her for a couple years and am attached. i also painted her myself, and its not the best job, just something to keep in mind. Basically, she's a clean ranch truck, which you shouldn't be driving on the highway much because of the gearing. if the 4 speed was more convenient i would keep this one i think.
The second is a 72 chevy, i just picked up for 1000 bucks. mechanically, it is amazing, rebuilt engine and auto tranny, and drives like a dream. it is also quite rusty on the surface, but the frame appears fine, an the sheet metal is not rotted out at all. i also happen to appreciate the look of a good old farm truck, lots of history, and she's a one owner all original. its got working AC, and the dash is uncut. its also 2wd, with coil springs in front, which is nice but i prefer the look of those 4x4s, and its nice to have occasionally.
so I'm conflicted, which would you guys keep? I'm going to use it for daily driving. any opinions are appreciated, thanks you all!

tommys72 · 10-27-2015, 07:12 PM

Man....tough choice there. I don't even know what to tell you.

benbloom · 10-27-2015, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tommys72

Man....tough choice there. I don't even know what to tell you.

i know, thanks guy. love your truck by the way!

i might also add i have the missing trim for the 72

71swb4x4 · 10-27-2015, 07:18 PM

What do you want? Sell them both and buy the truck that you truly want.

**Stocker** · 10-27-2015, 07:36 PM

I would keep the 4x4, mainly because I would not consider owning a truck unless it has four wheel drive.

Your situation is a bit different. I'm assuming the 4x4 has low final gears. The fact that it has a granny low is of no concern because in normal driving, you skip granny and start in second gear. Your 2wd truck is mechanically sound and has a good working A/C, and you don't mind the crusty appearance. And you want a comfortable DD.

So I'd say do the opposite of what I would do. Sell the 4x4 and enjoy the '72 Chevy. You can always paint it some day if you get tired of its patina.

slikside · 10-27-2015, 07:37 PM

I would go with GMC. You've got the 4-eye factor going for you...dont see as many of those around. And that's from a Chevy guy. Plus you said you like the 4 wheel drive look. 4 speed is old school...and that's a good thing in my book.
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leftybass209 · 10-27-2015, 07:41 PM

I'd keep the 4x4. It looks cleaner, and 4wd is a little harder to come by than the overly plentiful long bed 2wd's, at least up here in the northern part.

The only thing that hurts is the gas mileage with the 4wd over its 2wd counterpart, but if you purchased these things for gas mileage, we have a whole different discussion ahead!!!!!

toolboxchev · 10-27-2015, 07:42 PM

I can make it easy for you, I will take the rusty ole Chevy off your hands no questions asked!

Hayseed4 · 10-27-2015, 07:42 PM

Love both the trucks, but if I had to choose one for a daily driver I would go with the patina one if it is more mechanically sound and better geared. Not that any of these are really complex to fix on the side of the road. (been there done that. Worst date ever.) But it is nice to haul stuff. And if you have lots of snow, 4x4 is nice.

meangreen72gmc · 10-27-2015, 07:50 PM

I'd keep the GMC! But I live in rural Missouri and hunt, trap, fish a lot so 4x4 is a must for me. Love both trucks and sorry you have to get rid of one

benbloom · 10-27-2015, 07:51 PM

hahah you interested? how much would you consider

enigma · 10-27-2015, 07:57 PM

I would keep the jimmy

C10 - C90 Bill · 10-27-2015, 08:10 PM

Definitely the GMC.

Plus me personally, I have to have a Clutch, lol.

**72gmguy** · 10-27-2015, 08:14 PM

I would keep the GMC. If for no other reason than it doesn't need rust repair. What's the latest saying.... Buy the nicest vehicle you can afford. Restoration gets expensive!

**LockDoc** · 10-27-2015, 08:16 PM

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If you try to sell one on here without being a "Premium" member you will get your thread locked....

I would keep the 4 wheeler....

LockDoc

midniteblues · 10-27-2015, 08:40 PM

i'm with lock doc 4 whln all the way.
2wd are dime a dozen

of course in your area 4wd dont make much sense,unless your headed for the desert.

Ken B · 10-27-2015, 09:11 PM

I think the real issue here is the daily driver part... Of course most of us would rather keep the GMC but which would I rather drive daily? The Chevy..

swamp rat · 10-27-2015, 09:26 PM

Keep the GMC and sell the chevy as its too nice to part out.

But concider and plan ahead for the posibility of swapping out parts later on to make the GMC what you want, which i'm assuming is an automatic and different gearing in the rear end, then shoot for that later when you find a good canadate in a junk yard..

67ChevyRedneck · 10-27-2015, 09:57 PM

GMC with better gears and/or OD trans.

I see a lot more than patina on the other truck.

**special-K** · 10-27-2015, 10:18 PM

I'd keep the 1/2t 4wd. I doubt it's gears are as low as the 3/4t. I don't mind shifting, that's driving to me. I've never ridden a motorcycle with automatic transmission. I think the gearing issue is perceived. I understand some people don't want to shift, but that truck is fine for the hiway. And you can put even better gears in the 1/2t. But you might not like stop & go as much.

harrisoncole4 · 10-27-2015, 10:46 PM

I would keep the 4x4. Gears can always be swapped. Its definitely more rare and will likely see a higher value in the future.

**Ironhorse** · 10-27-2015, 11:03 PM

I would also keep the 4x4 but then having one I guess I am probably being a bit on the biased side of that. Agree, I think the 4x4 will keep/increase in value better than the 2wd will. Not a lot of 4x4s from back then, see many more 2wds. My '71 is not a daily anymore but it used to be my work/commute truck for quite some time. Gas mileage does suck but but keep it down to around 55-60 and not really terrible. The cool factor helps when you pull into a gas station and folks comment on "nice 4 wheeler" I have 3:07 gearing. Used to be a 4 spd, now a 350TH, getting old and bad knees is not a good combo for a clutch daily commuter, LOL.

OlSmokey · 10-27-2015, 11:36 PM

I'd keep the 72. If you said mechanically it is perfect, keep it. I love the chevys more than the GMC's, and just think, you'll get a lot more for the GMC, and now you have a blank canvas for the 72. I would keep the 72 it's a good looking truck

Clavo106 · 10-27-2015, 11:47 PM

4x4 is how we roll northwest style!..

70LonghornCST · 10-28-2015, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by benbloom

hahah you interested? how much would you consider

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I would keep the 4 wheeler....

LockDoc

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10-27-2015, 07:06 PM	#1
benbloom Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: san rafael california Posts: 202	I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? Hi guys, ive got one of the best problems a guy could have, ive got two great trucks and can only keep one. The first is a 69gmc 4x4, which is pretty clean, and has a 4 speed with granny low gears, which is fairly inconvenient to drive daily, but ive had her for a couple years and am attached. i also painted her myself, and its not the best job, just something to keep in mind. Basically, she's a clean ranch truck, which you shouldn't be driving on the highway much because of the gearing. if the 4 speed was more convenient i would keep this one i think. The second is a 72 chevy, i just picked up for 1000 bucks. mechanically, it is amazing, rebuilt engine and auto tranny, and drives like a dream. it is also quite rusty on the surface, but the frame appears fine, an the sheet metal is not rotted out at all. i also happen to appreciate the look of a good old farm truck, lots of history, and she's a one owner all original. its got working AC, and the dash is uncut. its also 2wd, with coil springs in front, which is nice but i prefer the look of those 4x4s, and its nice to have occasionally. so I'm conflicted, which would you guys keep? I'm going to use it for daily driving. any opinions are appreciated, thanks you all! Attached Images

10-27-2015, 07:12 PM	#2
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,075	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? Man....tough choice there. I don't even know what to tell you. __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

10-27-2015, 07:18 PM	#4
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? What do you want? Sell them both and buy the truck that you truly want. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

10-27-2015, 07:36 PM	#5
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,525	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would keep the 4x4, mainly because I would not consider owning a truck unless it has four wheel drive. Your situation is a bit different. I'm assuming the 4x4 has low final gears. The fact that it has a granny low is of no concern because in normal driving, you skip granny and start in second gear. Your 2wd truck is mechanically sound and has a good working A/C, and you don't mind the crusty appearance. And you want a comfortable DD. So I'd say do the opposite of what I would do. Sell the 4x4 and enjoy the '72 Chevy. You can always paint it some day if you get tired of its patina. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

10-27-2015, 07:37 PM	#6
slikside Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego Co. Posts: 1,150	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would go with GMC. You've got the 4-eye factor going for you...dont see as many of those around. And that's from a Chevy guy. Plus you said you like the 4 wheel drive look. 4 speed is old school...and that's a good thing in my book. Posted via Mobile Device

10-27-2015, 07:41 PM	#7
leftybass209 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 2,186	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I'd keep the 4x4. It looks cleaner, and 4wd is a little harder to come by than the overly plentiful long bed 2wd's, at least up here in the northern part. The only thing that hurts is the gas mileage with the 4wd over its 2wd counterpart, but if you purchased these things for gas mileage, we have a whole different discussion ahead!!!!!

10-27-2015, 07:42 PM	#8
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I can make it easy for you, I will take the rusty ole Chevy off your hands no questions asked!

10-27-2015, 07:42 PM	#9
Hayseed4 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Indiana Posts: 71	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? Love both the trucks, but if I had to choose one for a daily driver I would go with the patina one if it is more mechanically sound and better geared. Not that any of these are really complex to fix on the side of the road. (been there done that. Worst date ever.) But it is nice to haul stuff. And if you have lots of snow, 4x4 is nice.

10-27-2015, 07:50 PM	#10
meangreen72gmc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Palmyra, Missouri Posts: 70	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I'd keep the GMC! But I live in rural Missouri and hunt, trap, fish a lot so 4x4 is a must for me. Love both trucks and sorry you have to get rid of one __________________ 1972 GMC K25 350 sm465 1969 GMC C15 350 th400 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500

10-27-2015, 07:51 PM	#11
benbloom Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: san rafael california Posts: 202	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? hahah you interested? how much would you consider

10-27-2015, 07:57 PM	#12
enigma Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: enumclaw,Wa Posts: 120	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would keep the jimmy

10-27-2015, 08:10 PM	#13
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,067	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? Definitely the GMC. Plus me personally, I have to have a Clutch, lol. __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan

10-27-2015, 08:14 PM	#14
72gmguy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brigantine NJ Posts: 819	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would keep the GMC. If for no other reason than it doesn't need rust repair. What's the latest saying.... Buy the nicest vehicle you can afford. Restoration gets expensive! __________________ Jeremy 1969 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1971 Blazer partial 2wd convert 1972 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1970 Blazer 4x4 w/ 2 1/2in lift and 33in tires w/4 wheel camper 1970 4x4 suburban w/ 6in lift and 35in tires 1968 Corvette convertible 1970 Malibu convertible 1959 Brookwood wagon 1972 International Scout ii

10-27-2015, 08:16 PM	#15
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,348	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? - If you try to sell one on here without being a "Premium" member you will get your thread locked.... I would keep the 4 wheeler.... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -



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10-27-2015, 08:40 PM	#16
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? i'm with lock doc 4 whln all the way. 2wd are dime a dozen of course in your area 4wd dont make much sense,unless your headed for the desert. __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

10-27-2015, 09:11 PM	#17
Ken B Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: danbury, ct. Posts: 568	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I think the real issue here is the daily driver part... Of course most of us would rather keep the GMC but which would I rather drive daily? The Chevy..

10-27-2015, 09:26 PM	#18
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? Keep the GMC and sell the chevy as its too nice to part out. But concider and plan ahead for the posibility of swapping out parts later on to make the GMC what you want, which i'm assuming is an automatic and different gearing in the rear end, then shoot for that later when you find a good canadate in a junk yard.. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

10-27-2015, 09:57 PM	#19
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? GMC with better gears and/or OD trans. I see a lot more than patina on the other truck. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

10-27-2015, 10:18 PM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I'd keep the 1/2t 4wd. I doubt it's gears are as low as the 3/4t. I don't mind shifting, that's driving to me. I've never ridden a motorcycle with automatic transmission. I think the gearing issue is perceived. I understand some people don't want to shift, but that truck is fine for the hiway. And you can put even better gears in the 1/2t. But you might not like stop & go as much. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-27-2015, 10:46 PM	#21
harrisoncole4 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: St.Thomas, ON Posts: 320	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would keep the 4x4. Gears can always be swapped. Its definitely more rare and will likely see a higher value in the future.

10-27-2015, 11:03 PM	#22
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,086	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I would also keep the 4x4 but then having one I guess I am probably being a bit on the biased side of that. Agree, I think the 4x4 will keep/increase in value better than the 2wd will. Not a lot of 4x4s from back then, see many more 2wds. My '71 is not a daily anymore but it used to be my work/commute truck for quite some time. Gas mileage does suck but but keep it down to around 55-60 and not really terrible. The cool factor helps when you pull into a gas station and folks comment on "nice 4 wheeler" I have 3:07 gearing. Used to be a 4 spd, now a 350TH, getting old and bad knees is not a good combo for a clutch daily commuter, LOL. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

10-27-2015, 11:36 PM	#23
OlSmokey Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Phoenix Posts: 114	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? I'd keep the 72. If you said mechanically it is perfect, keep it. I love the chevys more than the GMC's, and just think, you'll get a lot more for the GMC, and now you have a blank canvas for the 72. I would keep the 72 it's a good looking truck

10-27-2015, 11:47 PM	#24
Clavo106 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Yakima, WA Posts: 362	Re: I can only keep one truck, which one would YOU keep? 4x4 is how we roll northwest style!..

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