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Eyegore · 03-30-2013, 09:05 PM

Awesome restorartion, love the complete stock look - great job!!!!!!

str8axle55 · 03-30-2013, 09:10 PM

Very sharp truck, and very nicely detailed. Great work.

squaredaway · 03-31-2013, 12:46 AM

Absolutely gorgeous truck! Today was my first time seeing it. Wow...

Psycho_SWB · 03-31-2013, 12:51 AM

That truck looks flawless! Great job!

Space Monkey · 03-31-2013, 01:55 AM

Very, very nice.

I'm curious, is it weird when you're done? Like when you watch a great movie and feel a pang of sadness when it ends because it's over?

88Jimmy4x4 · 03-31-2013, 07:58 AM

Thanks everyone I appreciate it.

KMK454 · 03-31-2013, 08:46 AM

Beautiful truck and nice job restoring it. Did you redo the suspension and, if so, what springs did you use?

Pav's 85 · 03-31-2013, 02:03 PM

Beautiful truck! I love the color combination.

88Jimmy4x4 · 03-31-2013, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by KMK454

Beautiful truck and nice job restoring it. Did you redo the suspension and, if so, what springs did you use?

Thanks, your truck made me want to keep it stock. For coils use GM P/N 88913388, you can still buy at dealer or online acdelco p/n 45H0075.

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Originally Posted by Pav's 85

Beautiful truck! I love the color combination.

Thanks

SSC's76 · 04-01-2013, 07:19 AM

Wow that looks amazing! I hope one day I can get my 76 looking that sharp. Nothing beats a good restoration +.
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**rs74** · 04-01-2013, 08:57 AM

Nice looking truck there. I like the buckets and console in it as well.

JWall · 04-01-2013, 09:00 AM

Good looking truck! Congrats on getting it back on the road!

59bones · 04-01-2013, 11:51 AM

Your truck looks great! I prefer the original look and you must too.

The 73-74 grille looks right at home. Was it an easy swap?

I remember those bumper stickers from back in the day, nearly impossible to remove and usually put on while you were inside dancin'.

Are those year of make plates? I'll have to see if I have any of those around from my Texas days. Where in Houston are you?

88Jimmy4x4 · 04-01-2013, 12:56 PM

Thanks guys!

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Originally Posted by 59bones

Your truck looks great! I prefer the original look and you must too.

The 73-74 grille looks right at home. Was it an easy swap?

I remember those bumper stickers from back in the day, nearly impossible to remove and usually put on while you were inside dancin'.

Are those year of make plates? I'll have to see if I have any of those around from my Texas days. Where in Houston are you?

I had to find the older vertical grill brackets that bolt near center core support and the traingular brackets that bolt to outer core support but after locating those the grille bolted right up.

Im in Houston on NW side off 290

cory d · 04-01-2013, 01:31 PM

shes a jaw dropper

LynnJr · 04-01-2013, 02:07 PM

Did you swap engines for the 1 piece rear seal crank or use an adapter?

88Jimmy4x4 · 04-01-2013, 07:17 PM

I bought a block already bored ready to go and i bought and installed all the pistons/rods crank cam etc. didn't trust the old block and didn't want to spend $$ for them to test and tell me it was no good after all. Went this route so I could get the compression I wanted, part brands i wanted, roller tip rockers, ARP bolts on everything etc versus crate motor

KMK454 · 04-04-2013, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

Thanks, your truck made me want to keep it stock. For coils use GM P/N 88913388, you can still buy at dealer or online acdelco p/n 45H0075.

Thanks for the information. Did you do the rear leafs, too? Mine are aging.

I'm glad to see you got the Texas Vintage plate registered. Between that and the Gilley's sticker, it looks like an authentic Texas truck from back in the day. I have a vintage sticker on mine as well (it's attached to a flat magnet so I can remove it). I get a ton of compliments on keeping it stock and having the old bumper sticker. I imagine yours gets a ton of compliments as well! I love the look of the grill yours has. I think stock squares are starting to become rarer than modified squares.

DBLSPRT68 · 04-04-2013, 08:32 AM

LOOKS AWSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

**N2TRUX** · 04-04-2013, 11:07 AM

WOW! Super nice truck! You did an awesome job of bring it back to stock look with some minor tweaks that make it better. The early grill is cool, and I like the Gilleys sticker as well.

Those seats look right at home too. I have been considering them myself. How do they feel?

Low87 · 04-04-2013, 11:25 AM

Looks great man! Nice work.

88Jimmy4x4 · 04-04-2013, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KMK454

Thanks for the information. Did you do the rear leafs, too? Mine are aging.

I'm glad to see you got the Texas Vintage plate registered. Between that and the Gilley's sticker, it looks like an authentic Texas truck from back in the day. I have a vintage sticker on mine as well (it's attached to a flat magnet so I can remove it). I get a ton of compliments on keeping it stock and having the old bumper sticker. I imagine yours gets a ton of compliments as well! I love the look of the grill yours has. I think stock squares are starting to become rarer than modified squares.

Thanks, you can get the leafs from sdtruck springs
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....8776&x=79&y=14

I agree, only stock squares around houston I see have a landscaping trailer behind them. Its hard to fight the urge not to lower it though, this will be a first for me lol.

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Originally Posted by DBLSPRT68

LOOKS AWSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

WOW! Super nice truck! You did an awesome job of bring it back to stock look with some minor tweaks that make it better. The early grill is cool, and I like the Gilleys sticker as well.

Those seats look right at home too. I have been considering them myself. How do they feel?

Thanks Ken, cost alot using NOS parts and all acdelco or name brand non-chinese parts on anything but a few trim items but Im glad I did. The seats are great so far and very comfortable, even my wife liked them. Its not a show truck but I am gonna take it to a few local ones around houston with my buddies and hang out, maybe hit a few coffee/cars or friday night krogers off louetta (if they still do that). If you see it come check out the seats and try them out.

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Originally Posted by Low87

Looks great man! Nice work.

Thanks I apprecate it

**rgunlock** · 04-04-2013, 01:54 PM

Very sharp looking truck and great job restoring it! When I came across this thread and pics of your truck I was thinking your neighborhood looks alot like the last one I lived in near CyFair highschool.

88Jimmy4x4 · 04-04-2013, 03:44 PM

Thanks, ya I live in copperfield
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68Timber · 04-06-2013, 09:27 AM

Is that a NOS tailgate band, or refurbed? I can't imagine it being original, looks new.

03-30-2013, 09:05 PM	#26
Eyegore What Hump? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New River AZ Posts: 2,009	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Awesome restorartion, love the complete stock look - great job!!!!!! __________________ Lil red 86 c-10 99 Sub 78 Camper Special w/ 454

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str8axle55 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Weymouth Ma Posts: 489	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Very sharp truck, and very nicely detailed. Great work. __________________ 03 GMC Yukon XL 2500 Quadrasteer, wife`s DD 84 Chevy K30 CC SRW 55 Chevy 210 2dr post

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squaredaway Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Leesville, LA Posts: 157	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Absolutely gorgeous truck! Today was my first time seeing it. Wow... __________________ 1987 Silverado 6.0/4L80E 5/7 Drop, 20x8.5(245/45)/20x10(295/45) Coy C5s

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Psycho_SWB Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Southern California Posts: 60	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work That truck looks flawless! Great job!

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Space Monkey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Fort Worth Texas Posts: 117	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Very, very nice. I'm curious, is it weird when you're done? Like when you watch a great movie and feel a pang of sadness when it ends because it's over? __________________ 1982 GMC C1500 4x4 w/ 305 and sm465. 2002 Kawasaki Ninja 250. 2007 Dodge Nitro.

03-31-2013, 07:58 AM	#31
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Thanks everyone I appreciate it. __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

03-31-2013, 08:46 AM	#32
KMK454 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 440	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Beautiful truck and nice job restoring it. Did you redo the suspension and, if so, what springs did you use? __________________ Kurt Instagram: @kurtkphoto 1978 C10 Silverado 1991 Camaro B4C

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Pav's 85 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada Posts: 19	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Beautiful truck! I love the color combination.

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SSC's76 No No Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pueblo Colorado Posts: 1,781	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Wow that looks amazing! I hope one day I can get my 76 looking that sharp. Nothing beats a good restoration +. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1976 Custom Deluxe SWB Med FMB.3/4 Drop. Gen VI 454, Muncie HD 3 speed With Modified OE Hurst Shifter, 3.73 12 bolt, GMPP HO roller cam, Hooker headers, Performer intake with modified Q-jet, Accel distributor. Best 1/4 12.3 @108. Funnest run 19.84 @88 full 1/4 mile burn out. 1997 K1500 ext cab 5.7 stock except muffler

04-01-2013, 08:57 AM	#36
rs74 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,957	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Nice looking truck there. I like the buckets and console in it as well. __________________ Roy 85 Short Bed Silverado- Work in progress. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564818 1987 R10 shortie

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JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Good looking truck! Congrats on getting it back on the road! __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB

04-01-2013, 11:51 AM	#38
59bones Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Elgin Illinois Posts: 142	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Your truck looks great! I prefer the original look and you must too. The 73-74 grille looks right at home. Was it an easy swap? I remember those bumper stickers from back in the day, nearly impossible to remove and usually put on while you were inside dancin'. Are those year of make plates? I'll have to see if I have any of those around from my Texas days. Where in Houston are you?

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LynnJr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: santa rosa,california Posts: 650	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Did you swap engines for the 1 piece rear seal crank or use an adapter?

04-01-2013, 07:17 PM	#42
88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work I bought a block already bored ready to go and i bought and installed all the pistons/rods crank cam etc. didn't trust the old block and didn't want to spend $$ for them to test and tell me it was no good after all. Went this route so I could get the compression I wanted, part brands i wanted, roller tip rockers, ARP bolts on everything etc versus crate motor __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB



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04-04-2013, 08:32 AM	#44
DBLSPRT68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Ft. Mill, SC USA Posts: 931	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work LOOKS AWSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ PROJECT TRUCK: 1985 SWB C10 Silverado Black/Charcoal, 1990 V2500 Suburban, 2018 Suburban, 2005 GMC 2500HD CCSB, 2014 Toyota Camry SE, HAD.....1968 Camaro RS/SS Family owned since new; 350 3 speed SOLD

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N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work WOW! Super nice truck! You did an awesome job of bring it back to stock look with some minor tweaks that make it better. The early grill is cool, and I like the Gilleys sticker as well. Those seats look right at home too. I have been considering them myself. How do they feel? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

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rgunlock Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tomball, Texas Posts: 1,592	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Very sharp looking truck and great job restoring it! When I came across this thread and pics of your truck I was thinking your neighborhood looks alot like the last one I lived in near CyFair highschool. __________________ Rick 78 GMC K15 SWB, 350/NV4500/NP205/4.10s Project Hazel 71 GMC C25 350/TH400 - Project Angie 59 Chevy SWB Stepside (next in line? Not sure now ) 2001 GMC Sierra K2500

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88Jimmy4x4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,974	Re: finally drove my 76 after 2 years of work Thanks, ya I live in copperfield Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2008 Silverado Z71 RCSB 1991 GMC Jimmy 4x4 1976 GMC Sierra C15 SWB

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