Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72freak · 01-24-2011, 06:18 AM

Here she is....the last 67-72 build for me...for a good while anyway. I brought this truck home about 6 months ago and she has been waiting quietly in the shadows for me to get rid of a few other vehicles and get a few of the "spare parts builds for buds" out of the shop. I plan on starting the build this weekend.

1969 C-10
250 I-6
Powerglide
Almost no rust at all!

We are replacing the I-6 with a 350 we have been putting together, adding power steering, lowering it 2/4...possibly 3/5 if I dont like the 2/4, BFG radial T/A,s 275-60-15 on stock 15 x 8 steelies with the original to the truck hub caps, 2 1/2 exhaust with Flowmaster 40's, rear slider, new grill, chrome bumpers and an "Old Air" kit. Unfortunatley the cheap overspray is starting to peel so it will be off to paint once the engine is in it. We should have her done in about 3 months....Pics to follow.

OARNGESI · 01-24-2011, 07:31 AM

Looks like a really clean start

OrangeCrush1970 · 01-24-2011, 11:05 AM

I have really enjoyed being a part of this build. A few weekends ago a group of us got together and rebuilt the 4 bolt 350...now waiting to drop it in in front of that powerglide. This is going to be a fun truck!

72freak · 01-27-2011, 09:59 PM

6 cyl. comes out on Saturday...pictures to follow.

Old School Kid · 01-27-2011, 10:01 PM

72freak · 01-29-2011, 06:14 PM

Engine is out.....bye bye POO POO 6 cyl!!!

VA72C10 · 01-29-2011, 08:07 PM

Cool! Looking forward to the build!

jrdv · 01-30-2011, 01:16 AM

Poo Poo 6 cylinder......That is funny!

You should put a 71-72 grill on it. I have 2 69's but I prefer the new grill combo. Looking forward to seeing progress.

john

OARNGESI · 01-30-2011, 01:17 AM

Wheres pics of the new motor are you keeping the bed rails

72freak · 01-30-2011, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by OARNGESI

Wheres pics of the new motor are you keeping the bed rails

Its just a stock looking 350. It is still on the stand awaiting paint and accessories to be bolted on. Bed rails are coming off.

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Originally Posted by jrdv

Poo Poo 6 cylinder......That is funny!

You should put a 71-72 grill on it. I have 2 69's but I prefer the new grill combo. Looking forward to seeing progress. john

I have had my share of 71-72's and 67-68's but currently I prefer the look of the 69-70 grille... I also thought it would be fitting that since my very first 67-72 over 100 of them ago was a 69 and this being my last one for a good long while, it was only fitting to be a 69.

As far As the "Poo Poo" 6 cyl., there is a story behind why we call it that, other than the obvious. One of my good friends was visiting from out of town one weekend and I had happened to have just brought home another truck to play with for a while. When i popped the hood and he saw the 6 banger his nosed curled up like there was a bad smell in the air and he smurked.."6 cyl"???. From that point on its been the curled lip bad smell look every time we see a 6 cyl.

**lolife99** · 01-30-2011, 08:35 AM

Cool project!
Interesting exhaust routing on the outside of the frame rail.

72freak · 01-30-2011, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Cool project!
Interesting exhaust routing on the outside of the frame rail.

This is the 3rd or 4th one Ive had that some brain surgeon ran the exhaust that way. I brought one home one day that the exhaust was made of fence poles. It will be gone next weekend when I put it back on the lift to lower it!

Old School Kid · 01-30-2011, 09:44 AM

SBC 350, cam, lowered, big meats, fresh paint, new air freshener hanging from rear view mirror........ Bye Bye "Poo Poo" this is going to be one tough truck!!

72BlckButy · 01-30-2011, 04:16 PM

Glad to see you decided to keep it... in for the build.

72freak · 01-30-2011, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Glad to see you decided to keep it... in for the build.

Yep...it will be a fun build....none of the purists who wanted to keep her original came up with the funds to buy it.

72BlckButy · 01-30-2011, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

Yep...it will be a fun build....none of the purists who wanted to keep her original came up with the funds to buy it.

Not a purist here.... I've already got one Stovebolt next I'm in line for some V8 power.

Can't wait to see what you have in store for it.

RCbowtie69 · 01-31-2011, 08:46 PM

my 1969 shorty

RCbowtie69 · 01-31-2011, 08:48 PM

Just to say hey from N.C.& keep pictures coming

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-31-2011, 09:26 PM

Nice build. You have another great truck to start with. Are you going back with the original colors?

72freak · 02-02-2011, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Nice build. You have another great truck to start with. Are you going back with the original colors?

I am torn about the color...but at the moment we are going back original with a slight twist to the gold....not as "gold".

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-02-2011, 05:15 PM

That sounds pretty cool to me. Good luck deciding. I know how hard it can be when you are trying to come up with something new but different.

RCbowtie69 · 02-05-2011, 11:42 AM

just checking on any progress or picture up dates,looking good & Keep on Truckin''

72freak · 02-05-2011, 07:02 PM

Engine and trans. were placed today.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-06-2011, 02:12 PM

Heck yeah! Small block power and power glide fun.

RCbowtie69 · 02-06-2011, 09:58 PM

SWEET!!!!!! keep up progress going & keep on truckin''

01-24-2011, 06:18 AM	#1
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Here she is....the last 67-72 build for me...for a good while anyway. I brought this truck home about 6 months ago and she has been waiting quietly in the shadows for me to get rid of a few other vehicles and get a few of the "spare parts builds for buds" out of the shop. I plan on starting the build this weekend. 1969 C-10 250 I-6 Powerglide Almost no rust at all! We are replacing the I-6 with a 350 we have been putting together, adding power steering, lowering it 2/4...possibly 3/5 if I dont like the 2/4, BFG radial T/A,s 275-60-15 on stock 15 x 8 steelies with the original to the truck hub caps, 2 1/2 exhaust with Flowmaster 40's, rear slider, new grill, chrome bumpers and an "Old Air" kit. Unfortunatley the cheap overspray is starting to peel so it will be off to paint once the engine is in it. We should have her done in about 3 months....Pics to follow. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

01-24-2011, 07:31 AM	#2
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Looks like a really clean start __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

01-24-2011, 11:05 AM	#3
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! I have really enjoyed being a part of this build. A few weekends ago a group of us got together and rebuilt the 4 bolt 350...now waiting to drop it in in front of that powerglide. This is going to be a fun truck! __________________ *Rottenwood Garage* 1970...71...72 C1500 aka Orange aka Sideshow Bob 540 BB Straub Roller Cam, AFR Magnums, XP 950, TKO 600 2 Tons of Fun

01-27-2011, 09:59 PM	#4
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! 6 cyl. comes out on Saturday...pictures to follow. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

01-27-2011, 10:01 PM	#5
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! __________________ When interests become diversified, not all can be Barrett Jackson. Budgets and Accountants get in the way. My 65 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317013 My 51 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...80#post3551880 Racetruck III (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...72#post4254972 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! Gone to dark side for a while...1966 F100 in the stable

01-29-2011, 06:14 PM	#6
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Engine is out.....bye bye POO POO 6 cyl!!! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

01-29-2011, 08:07 PM	#7
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Cool! Looking forward to the build! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-30-2011, 01:16 AM	#8
jrdv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: new mexico Posts: 948	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Poo Poo 6 cylinder......That is funny! You should put a 71-72 grill on it. I have 2 69's but I prefer the new grill combo. Looking forward to seeing progress. john __________________ 1972 3/4T 4x4 Chevrolet (383) 1971 c-10 SWB (400 sb) 1972 4x4 Blazer 1969 SWB 4x4 GMC Projects: 1972 stepside 4x4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280132 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285952 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553672 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522704

01-30-2011, 01:17 AM	#9
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Wheres pics of the new motor are you keeping the bed rails __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

01-30-2011, 08:35 AM	#11
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,682	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Cool project! Interesting exhaust routing on the outside of the frame rail. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

01-30-2011, 09:44 AM	#13
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! SBC 350, cam, lowered, big meats, fresh paint, new air freshener hanging from rear view mirror........ Bye Bye "Poo Poo" this is going to be one tough truck!! __________________ When interests become diversified, not all can be Barrett Jackson. Budgets and Accountants get in the way. My 65 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317013 My 51 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...80#post3551880 Racetruck III (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...72#post4254972 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! Gone to dark side for a while...1966 F100 in the stable

01-30-2011, 04:16 PM	#14
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Glad to see you decided to keep it... in for the build. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-31-2011, 08:46 PM	#17
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! my 1969 shorty Attached Images

01-31-2011, 08:48 PM	#18
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Just to say hey from N.C.& keep pictures coming Last edited by RCbowtie69; 01-31-2011 at 08:49 PM.

01-31-2011, 09:26 PM	#19
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,137	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Nice build. You have another great truck to start with. Are you going back with the original colors? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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02-02-2011, 05:15 PM	#21
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,137	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! That sounds pretty cool to me. Good luck deciding. I know how hard it can be when you are trying to come up with something new but different. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-05-2011, 11:42 AM	#22
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! just checking on any progress or picture up dates,looking good & Keep on Truckin''

02-05-2011, 07:02 PM	#23
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Engine and trans. were placed today. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

02-06-2011, 02:12 PM	#24
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,137	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! Heck yeah! Small block power and power glide fun. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-06-2011, 09:58 PM	#25
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: Project "Gold" 1969 shorty...the last one!! SWEET!!!!!! keep up progress going & keep on truckin''

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