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Pyromedic · 03-31-2011, 08:02 PM

(Greetings from the East Bay! First post, great board with great info so I figured I'd sign-up)

Looks like it's coming along nicely, Tranz. Quick couple of question for you and the other members:

1. How experienced were you with truck work when you started this project? I noticed you are swapping parts and making improvements as you go versus a complete frame-off and build-up, which is what I think I'm looking to do. Just wanted to see if you have been happy with doing it this way.

2. I'm a rookie builder and about all I know about working on cars is how to change my own oil. For a first-timer, would you or other members recommend doing what you are doing or going with a frame-off build-up (both with the assistance of experienced friends, of course)?

Thanks again and truck is looking great!

03-31-2011, 08:02 PM	#20
Pyromedic Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SF East Bay, CA Posts: 10	Re: "The Northbay G Machine" 1969 GMC shorty build (Greetings from the East Bay! First post, great board with great info so I figured I'd sign-up) Looks like it's coming along nicely, Tranz. Quick couple of question for you and the other members: 1. How experienced were you with truck work when you started this project? I noticed you are swapping parts and making improvements as you go versus a complete frame-off and build-up, which is what I think I'm looking to do. Just wanted to see if you have been happy with doing it this way. 2. I'm a rookie builder and about all I know about working on cars is how to change my own oil. For a first-timer, would you or other members recommend doing what you are doing or going with a frame-off build-up (both with the assistance of experienced friends, of course)? Thanks again and truck is looking great!