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1969 GMC · 04-06-2004, 11:44 PM

the steering wheel doesn't bother me, nor do the headlights...it's this tacky crap that makes me pee my pants in laughter, though:

oh, and whats up with the fenderwell gap? that thing looks like a 4x4 from the side!

72c10step · 04-07-2004, 02:34 AM

Wow, I wish that was Photoshopped! I swear, he's the only one in NH that ruins our trucks!:p

veedublu · 04-07-2004, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by sneakysnake
head lights look like mine, 78 monte carlo

Umm... '77 Monte maybe... '78 had the single large rectangular lights

John

Blue Beard · 04-07-2004, 09:08 AM

They may be different, but they are only personalizing them like we do...

bpmcgee · 04-07-2004, 09:49 AM

I think you are ALL right. The dual headlights, although bizarre, does show some skill.

On the other hand, the tonneau with air-net and the fake flooring is MAJOR cheese.

And it only takes a little cheese to cover up a LOT of hard work!

Brian

sneakysnake · 04-07-2004, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by veedublu

Umm... '77 Monte maybe... '78 had the single large rectangular lights

John

My bad,it is a '77 nice catch now I have to change my profile.LOL

bigjimzlll · 04-07-2004, 11:00 AM

I swear you guys are like a bunch of old women...the guy obviously put a lot of work into his ride...tried to be original and did a nice job...but NO..you have to slam him at every turn..as far as these trucks becoming so rare.....you ought to come to my neck of the woods...you cant swing a cat with out hittin 5 or 6 of our trucks every hour...I mean if I take a 10 minute drive,,I see 4 or 5 different 67-72 trucks

72LOWBOY · 04-07-2004, 12:59 PM

nice truck for the time period it was probably built in (late 70s). But definately needs an update.

*Cruiser71* · 04-07-2004, 01:09 PM

I need a BARF BAG

**CPNE** · 04-07-2004, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigjimzlll
I swear you guys are like a bunch of old women...the guy obviously put a lot of work into his ride...tried to be original and did a nice job...but NO..you have to slam him at every turn...

I think it's called expressing an opinion. One customizes for one reason only, to be different and to call attention to the object customized. Not all attention will be positive...and yes he/she did an nice job (at being original).

IMO, I don't think there is any more harm in posting (or commenting on) something you find off-beat or distasteful than there is in posting something you really like. I would draw the line at berating the individual directly rather than the truck, but I read no comment like that.

I think one of the things that provokes so many comments is the same thing that makes this board so great and that is every one of us really likes these trucks regardless of what form we wish to mold them into.

72c10step · 04-07-2004, 06:30 PM

I agree with CPNE. I am all for customizing one's vehicle, when I'm out of college and have the money, I plan on customizing my own truck. But, I plan on keeping the original bodylines and style of the truck, like Stacey is on the Copperhead truck. These trucks look great from the factory, and are meant to have the round headlights, it fits the style. You won't be able to see many modifications from the exterior, because then it would detract from the look of the truck. I do however recognize he put a lot of work into it and I applaud his (or his builder's if he had someone else do it) ability, but I don't have to like the results just because he accomplished it.

bouncytruck · 04-07-2004, 06:57 PM

Am I seeing things here or is the rear portion of the frame cut to hinge the tilt bed?

*Slams_58* · 04-07-2004, 07:03 PM

yep, thats what it looks like to me. I've seen it done on a couple trucks like that

bigjimzlll · 04-07-2004, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by CPNE
Oh my god and it's in NH. I'll drive down and beat him with a stick

...

well I guess beating him with a stick is not berating

**CPNE** · 04-07-2004, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigjimzlll
...

well I guess beating him with a stick is not berating

That was intended as a joke -->

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04-06-2004, 11:44 PM	#26
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	the steering wheel doesn't bother me, nor do the headlights...it's this tacky crap that makes me pee my pants in laughter, though: oh, and whats up with the fenderwell gap? that thing looks like a 4x4 from the side! __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

04-07-2004, 02:34 AM	#27
72c10step WHYBYNU when old will do? Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Loudon, NH Posts: 876	Wow, I wish that was Photoshopped! I swear, he's the only one in NH that ruins our trucks!:p __________________ -72 Chevy C10 Stepside -2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4x4 -1984 Jeep CJ7 -1995 Polaris XCR600 Custom -2003 Honda 300ex

04-07-2004, 09:08 AM	#29
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	They may be different, but they are only personalizing them like we do... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

04-07-2004, 11:00 AM	#32
bigjimzlll Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Redding,CA...USA Posts: 4,736	I swear you guys are like a bunch of old women...the guy obviously put a lot of work into his ride...tried to be original and did a nice job...but NO..you have to slam him at every turn..as far as these trucks becoming so rare.....you ought to come to my neck of the woods...you cant swing a cat with out hittin 5 or 6 of our trucks every hour...I mean if I take a 10 minute drive,,I see 4 or 5 different 67-72 trucks __________________ It's called "drag racing" if they called it "tic..tic..WHAM!..BANG! F*&K!!!", they'd have to keep the magazines under the counter with the other men's publications click the clicky to join the site.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php 67 lwb..first hotrod in 25 years..540 best ET is 9.45 @ 141.44 Anderson,CA

04-07-2004, 12:59 PM	#33
72LOWBOY Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Coral Springs,FL Posts: 100	nice truck for the time period it was probably built in (late 70s). But definately needs an update. __________________ 72 Chevy LWB leaf spring rear,SBC 385 Fast Burn,Art Carr built 700r4,3.73 Eaton posi,one piece windows,lowered 4/5.5, 60/40 seat, shaved turn signals,shaved reverse lights,shaved stake pockets, stainless steel 21gall in rear, c-notched, vintage air,ps,pb,currently doing body work. 68 Camaro conv.327,turbo 350,pb,disc brakes,built it for the wife 38 Chevy Coupe on the back burner LIFE IS GOOD! SMILE

04-07-2004, 09:49 AM	#30
bpmcgee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 2,181	I think you are ALL right. The dual headlights, although bizarre, does show some skill. On the other hand, the tonneau with air-net and the fake flooring is MAJOR cheese. And it only takes a little cheese to cover up a LOT of hard work! Brian

04-07-2004, 01:09 PM	#34
Cruiser71 AKA Phillip Johnson, AKA BANNED Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 193	I need a BARF BAG

04-07-2004, 06:30 PM	#36
72c10step WHYBYNU when old will do? Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Loudon, NH Posts: 876	I agree with CPNE. I am all for customizing one's vehicle, when I'm out of college and have the money, I plan on customizing my own truck. But, I plan on keeping the original bodylines and style of the truck, like Stacey is on the Copperhead truck. These trucks look great from the factory, and are meant to have the round headlights, it fits the style. You won't be able to see many modifications from the exterior, because then it would detract from the look of the truck. I do however recognize he put a lot of work into it and I applaud his (or his builder's if he had someone else do it) ability, but I don't have to like the results just because he accomplished it. __________________ -72 Chevy C10 Stepside -2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4x4 -1984 Jeep CJ7 -1995 Polaris XCR600 Custom -2003 Honda 300ex

04-07-2004, 06:57 PM	#37
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Am I seeing things here or is the rear portion of the frame cut to hinge the tilt bed? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-07-2004, 07:03 PM	#38
Slams_58 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2002 Location: I let ya know as soon as I know Posts: 3,593	yep, thats what it looks like to me. I've seen it done on a couple trucks like that



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