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YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 12:39 AM

So, about 6-7 years ago I saw a very nice survivor 68' long box. It was sitting the parking lot at the local Home Depot. I decided to sit around and wait for the owner.

The owner turned out to be a mid 70's fella named Tom who's father bought the truck brand new. Turns out he only uses the truck during August and saves all his home/yard work for then. After drooling all over it for awhile and him doing the same over my Blazer, which was kinda cool since it seems like the older guys don't really appreciate my style. I told him that when he was done with the truck and if none of his family wanted it, I would be honoured to buy it from him.

Over the years I have kept in contact with Tom, dropping by once or twice a year to say hi and show him what I've been doing with my trucks. He called me over the other night and we made a deal. The deal is conditional on him keeping the truck for one more summer. And then it's mine!

I know it sounds like I'm counting my chickens before they hatch but he's pretty adamant about me owning the truck and he has given me no reason to doubt his word.

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 12:42 AM

Trucks in this condition are almost non existent in my area of the world. It's by no means perfect and has a few dings and dings but is overall an amazing truck.

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 12:45 AM

The original engine was replaced in 1970 due to a long forgotten problem. It was replaced by the local GM dealer.

I already have a power disc brake setup as well as a power steering setup for it.

**68bowtie** · 12-17-2015, 12:46 AM

i don't know if i would have taken it, the mirror looks a little floppy. jk! awesome truck! nice work i hope you seal the deal next year so we can drool over more pics...

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 12:51 AM

The seat was recovered about 15-20 years ago. He can't remember exactly when. Other then that the interior is pretty much all original.

**70cst** · 12-17-2015, 12:54 AM

Wishing you the best!!!

**chiefcfd** · 12-17-2015, 08:43 AM

I would do absolutely nothing to that truck. Clean it up, keep it tuned and drive it. Beautiful time capsule.

midniteblues · 12-17-2015, 09:20 AM

It's nice to know there is honest people out there. He knows you'll do it good.
I hope he didn't tell ya it's a 68 cause his mind might be slipping.

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by midniteblues

It's nice to know there is honest people out there. He knows you'll do it good.
I hope he didn't tell ya it's a 68 cause his mind might be slipping.

My bad, it's obviously a 67' and I knew that. Too late to change the typo though.

midniteblues · 12-17-2015, 09:51 AM

It happens.

Nice truck though hope it works out for ya.its gonna be a long wait.

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by midniteblues

It happens.

Nice truck though hope it works out for ya.its gonna be a long wait.

I'm pretty sure it will, Tom really feels like an honest fella. The simple fact that he called me to come by speaks volumes.

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by chiefcfd

I would do absolutely nothing to that truck. Clean it up, keep it tuned and drive it. Beautiful time capsule.

That's sorta the plan. I'll preserve the paint and upgrade the required safety items. I'll probably lower it a few inches, but nothing invasive. No cutting. It'll all be reversible.

**Hart_Rod** · 12-17-2015, 10:08 AM

That's going to be sweet Jason!

slikside · 12-17-2015, 11:12 AM

Wow! Merry Christmas, indeed!....even if you have to wait almost a year.

Congrats!

**passthebuck** · 12-17-2015, 11:35 AM

Thats an incredible find for Canada! Good job!

71sierragrande · 12-17-2015, 12:56 PM

Oh, so its not numbers matching....eh.

Kidding. Great truck

**Already Gone** · 12-17-2015, 02:20 PM

It'll be a great truck Jason. I'm sure will follow through and let you have it in September. You really going to lower it ?

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

It'll be a great truck Jason. I'm sure will follow through and let you have it in September. You really going to lower it ?

Haha, I figured you would chime in eventually. I will lower it but nothing invasive or extreme like my other trucks. Probably 3/5. And I will keep all the old parts just in case. In no way do I plan on over modifying the truck. Just make it a nice solid driver. I really miss having a 67-72 daily driver.
Once again, thanks for selling me the NAPA truck!

**Already Gone** · 12-17-2015, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by YBNORML

Haha, I figured you would chime in eventually. I will lower it but nothing invasive or extreme like my other trucks. Probably 3/5. And I will keep all the old parts just in case. In no way do I plan on over modifying the truck. Just make it a nice solid driver. I really miss having a 67-72 daily driver.
Once again, thanks for selling me the NAPA truck!

Your very welcome on the NAPA Truck. I saw a very stock 68 long box at acar show afew years ago and the owner had lowerdit atouch using a 2 1/2 dropped spindle and a 4 inch drop spring and had 235/75 15 tires on 15 x 7 rallies and it looked real good to me, but then I'm an old guy !!!

YBNORML · 12-17-2015, 02:44 PM

That's basically what im gonna aim for.

And there ain't nothing wrong with what others like or expressing their opinions on the matter. That's what makes this hobby awesome, it would suck if everyone built the same damn truck all the time.

**Already Gone** · 12-17-2015, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by YBNORML

That's basically what im gonna aim for.

And there ain't nothing wrong with what others like or expressing their opinions on the matter. That's what makes this hobby awesome, it would suck if everyone built the same damn truck all the time.

Personally I've been back and forth on lowering my truck for the past 10 years.

We'll have to get together next time I'm in Edmonton or if you come to God's Country one Province East of you !!!

leftybass209 · 12-17-2015, 03:30 PM

Great looking truck, and a great plan for it too, best of luck!

7tee · 12-17-2015, 04:16 PM

Hang in there, hopefully the time will go back quickly. BTW it looks very nice...

cooperhw · 12-17-2015, 05:19 PM

Very cool. Perseverance paid off. Nice truck.

**68bowtie** · 12-17-2015, 05:50 PM

make sure his family knows about your arrangements, cause you never know what could happen between now and then!

12-17-2015, 12:39 AM	#1
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Playing the long game! So, about 6-7 years ago I saw a very nice survivor 68' long box. It was sitting the parking lot at the local Home Depot. I decided to sit around and wait for the owner. The owner turned out to be a mid 70's fella named Tom who's father bought the truck brand new. Turns out he only uses the truck during August and saves all his home/yard work for then. After drooling all over it for awhile and him doing the same over my Blazer, which was kinda cool since it seems like the older guys don't really appreciate my style. I told him that when he was done with the truck and if none of his family wanted it, I would be honoured to buy it from him. Over the years I have kept in contact with Tom, dropping by once or twice a year to say hi and show him what I've been doing with my trucks. He called me over the other night and we made a deal. The deal is conditional on him keeping the truck for one more summer. And then it's mine! I know it sounds like I'm counting my chickens before they hatch but he's pretty adamant about me owning the truck and he has given me no reason to doubt his word. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

12-17-2015, 12:42 AM	#2
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Re: Playing the long game! Trucks in this condition are almost non existent in my area of the world. It's by no means perfect and has a few dings and dings but is overall an amazing truck. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

12-17-2015, 12:45 AM	#3
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Re: Playing the long game! The original engine was replaced in 1970 due to a long forgotten problem. It was replaced by the local GM dealer. I already have a power disc brake setup as well as a power steering setup for it. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

12-17-2015, 12:46 AM	#4
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,311	Re: Playing the long game! i don't know if i would have taken it, the mirror looks a little floppy. jk! awesome truck! nice work i hope you seal the deal next year so we can drool over more pics... __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh)

12-17-2015, 12:51 AM	#5
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Re: Playing the long game! The seat was recovered about 15-20 years ago. He can't remember exactly when. Other then that the interior is pretty much all original. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

12-17-2015, 12:54 AM	#6
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Playing the long game! Wishing you the best!!! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

12-17-2015, 08:43 AM	#7
chiefcfd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Cadiz, Ky Posts: 510	Re: Playing the long game! I would do absolutely nothing to that truck. Clean it up, keep it tuned and drive it. Beautiful time capsule. __________________ 1972 Chevy LWB Roadster 1999 Chevy Silverado 2wd 2015 Chevy High Country 4x4 Crew Cab

12-17-2015, 09:20 AM	#8
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: Playing the long game! It's nice to know there is honest people out there. He knows you'll do it good. I hope he didn't tell ya it's a 68 cause his mind might be slipping. __________________ 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.

12-17-2015, 09:51 AM	#10
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: Playing the long game! It happens. Nice truck though hope it works out for ya.its gonna be a long wait. __________________ 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.

12-17-2015, 10:08 AM	#13
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,827	Re: Playing the long game! That's going to be sweet Jason! __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

12-17-2015, 11:12 AM	#14
slikside Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego Co. Posts: 1,145	Re: Playing the long game! Wow! Merry Christmas, indeed!....even if you have to wait almost a year. Congrats! __________________ 1972 Chevy C-10, SWB, Fleet, 350/350, PS, PB, all stock, Survivor.

12-17-2015, 11:35 AM	#15
passthebuck Sisyphus was my mentor! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario CANADA Posts: 984	Re: Playing the long game! Thats an incredible find for Canada! Good job! __________________ passthebuck #5642 -TWO 1967 GMC 910's. One with L6/3-on-the tree and the other with 355 w/435hp & a 700r4. -a 2013 Honda Civic as my "sensible" car

12-17-2015, 12:56 PM	#16
71sierragrande Petroleum User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 928	Re: Playing the long game! Oh, so its not numbers matching....eh. Kidding. Great truck __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande 2WD 1/2 ton, 350/400 auto 2008 Chevy Silverado 2WD 1/2 ton LT1 5.3L auto

12-17-2015, 02:20 PM	#17
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,073	Re: Playing the long game! It'll be a great truck Jason. I'm sure will follow through and let you have it in September. You really going to lower it ? __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

12-17-2015, 02:44 PM	#20
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,847	Re: Playing the long game! That's basically what im gonna aim for. And there ain't nothing wrong with what others like or expressing their opinions on the matter. That's what makes this hobby awesome, it would suck if everyone built the same damn truck all the time. __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67



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12-17-2015, 03:30 PM	#22
leftybass209 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 2,185	Re: Playing the long game! Great looking truck, and a great plan for it too, best of luck!

12-17-2015, 04:16 PM	#23
7tee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Fletcher, N.C. Posts: 309	Re: Playing the long game! Hang in there, hopefully the time will go back quickly. BTW it looks very nice... __________________ 1970 C/10 350/T5 SWB stepper... 1979 Corvette 350/Auto T-top... 2010 Acura RL... 2015 2500HD Z-71 Silverado...

12-17-2015, 05:19 PM	#24
cooperhw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Mesa AZ (Near Phoenix) Posts: 2,302	Re: Playing the long game! Very cool. Perseverance paid off. Nice truck. __________________ "Life is too short to drive a boring vehicle". Later, Wayne

12-17-2015, 05:50 PM	#25
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,311	Re: Playing the long game! make sure his family knows about your arrangements, cause you never know what could happen between now and then! __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh)

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