Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72freak · 10-22-2010, 09:34 PM

In an attempt to liquidate the 67-72 parts inventory we are currently finishing, updating or building 4 trucks. Here is the build thread for the last one. I seem to remember it being a 1970??? that I bought as a parts truck about 8 years ago for its AC system for my 1972 Suburban build. At one time it was a highly optioned short bed but a tree had fallen on it, the engine was locked up and it got flooded 2 or three times sitting on my back 20 in a flood plain. About all that we could save was the rolling chassis and the doors.

It is being built by, and for, board member "OLD SCHOOL KID". The build got OFF THE GROUND this past weekend by getting the frame cleaned and ready for paint. There were some hard to reach areas for the pressure washer so we adapted. Thats one way to get it clean!

**special-K** · 10-22-2010, 10:07 PM

No fair.That's cheating!

Talk about make do with whatcha got...Jeez.Looks like a perfect start for a race truck project.It already has Daytona tires.

Old School Kid · 10-23-2010, 11:55 AM

72freak doesn't mess around, hes got the set up...

Lost a few pounds of grease/dirt during the bath, still trying to get it off me!!

72freak · 10-23-2010, 12:32 PM

TOUGH.....and just the beginning.....just wait till we unvail the powerplant for this hot rod!!!

big_al_71 · 10-23-2010, 12:49 PM

looking forward to seeing more picts.....

VA72C10 · 10-23-2010, 01:48 PM

looking forward to the build. Sounds good!

POPO1984 · 10-23-2010, 07:07 PM

Thats cool man

bigguy69 · 10-23-2010, 10:36 PM

waiting on more!

69 longhorn · 10-23-2010, 11:59 PM

Dang, I love that "tree hoist"

**special-K** · 10-24-2010, 07:39 AM

C'mon,what kinda racer?? Roundy rounder or strip eater?Slalom????Grocery getter?

72freak · 10-24-2010, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

C'mon,what kinda racer?? Roundy rounder or strip eater?Slalom????Grocery getter?

Its going to be the super stealthy grocery getter I-6, 3 speed race truck!

**special-K** · 10-24-2010, 09:41 PM

Cool! Will it have high speed plastic bag holder to keep the soup cans from rolling around in the corners?

72freak · 10-25-2010, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Cool! Will it have high speed plastic bag holder to keep the soup cans from rolling around in the corners?

At this point we done have a bed for it so we are going to need some type of cargo hold down for sure.

**special-K** · 10-25-2010, 07:07 AM

You have my mind racing with ideas now.I see a vintage grocery getter racer with old school sponsor lettering on the side,like Piggly Wiggly or even a local independent grocer along with all the other stores you had to hit to get what all you need.Up here there's the Mt.Airy Locker Plant,Olney Drugs,Red Door Country Store...you know I think I should build one,too.We could start a new form of motorsport.I can see it now,NAGGTRA? (NAtional Grocery Getter Truck Racing Association) The sponsors could be endless.Considering it's a go get around town race big motors would not always beat out smaller ones,what with all the lights and the possible wait to get up to a pump (cash only) as well as waiting for lottery ticket buyers or sandwich orders.

72freak · 11-01-2010, 07:46 PM

A fresh coat of paint this past weekend and some drop springs and we are off....ready for an engine and tranny!

Old School Kid · 11-01-2010, 08:44 PM

Race Truck is on its way.....

**Palf70Step** · 11-01-2010, 08:52 PM

For a minute there I didn't see the chains. Thought you had David Cooperfield at your place helping with the prep work.

This will be another very interesting build!

Strut · 11-01-2010, 08:54 PM

Interested in the I-6 power plant....

72freak · 11-02-2010, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Strut

Interested in the I-6 power plant....

Its the super rare, Corvette option, I-6 race engine...very limited production backed by the numbers matching, never off road, low production, "24 hours of La-Mans" factory 3 speed, upgraded with the GM optioned "Paulding County" style floor shifter. Option #836 on the SPID.

Sorry...too much time on Criagslist and Ebay......Stock 250 I-6 and 3 speed.

**special-K** · 11-02-2010, 07:51 AM

Is that the same as a poo-poo 6cyl?

greg65 · 11-02-2010, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72freak

Its the super rare, Corvette option, I-6 race engine...very limited production backed by the numbers matching, never off road, low production, "24 hours of La-Mans" factory 3 speed, upgraded with the GM optioned "Paulding County" style floor shifter. Option #836 on the SPID.

Sorry...too much time on Criagslist and Ebay......Stock 250 I-6 and 3 speed.

If you decide to "upgrade" the shifter I have a Hurst three speed shifter laying around out here in "Paulding County".

72freak · 11-02-2010, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by greg65

If you decide to "upgrade" the shifter I have a Hurst three speed shifter laying around out here in "Paulding County".

Yes...he needs the shifter..THANKS.....PM sent

"Is that the same as a poo-poo 6cyl?"

Yes....we are going to take it out of the new 69 and drop it in!

OrangeCrush1970 · 11-02-2010, 11:15 AM

Taylor, I hooked you up yesterday. Had to sling some wheels and tires on there for you, the last ones were killing me! RACE TRUCK!!!!!

72freak · 11-04-2010, 05:27 AM

Look....gleaming in the background...its the original "race truck"!

Old School Kid · 11-07-2010, 10:47 PM

Meats look great on there!!! Thanks Orangecrush.... (one of these days our paths will cross)

new ball joint, new upper A arm bushings, new front rubber brake lines in hand and ready to install....... sweet!

10-22-2010, 09:34 PM	#1
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build In an attempt to liquidate the 67-72 parts inventory we are currently finishing, updating or building 4 trucks. Here is the build thread for the last one. I seem to remember it being a 1970??? that I bought as a parts truck about 8 years ago for its AC system for my 1972 Suburban build. At one time it was a highly optioned short bed but a tree had fallen on it, the engine was locked up and it got flooded 2 or three times sitting on my back 20 in a flood plain. About all that we could save was the rolling chassis and the doors. It is being built by, and for, board member "OLD SCHOOL KID". The build got *OFF THE GROUND* this past weekend by getting the frame cleaned and ready for paint. There were some hard to reach areas for the pressure washer so we adapted. Thats one way to get it clean! 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! Last edited by 72freak; 10-23-2010 at 06:44 AM.

10-22-2010, 10:07 PM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build No fair.That's cheating! Talk about make do with whatcha got...Jeez.Looks like a perfect start for a race truck project.It already has Daytona tires. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-23-2010, 11:55 AM	#3
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build 72freak doesn't mess around, hes got the set up... Lost a few pounds of grease/dirt during the bath, still trying to get it off me!! __________________ 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

10-23-2010, 12:32 PM	#4
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build TOUGH.....and just the beginning.....just wait till we unvail the powerplant for this hot rod!!! __________________ 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!

10-23-2010, 12:49 PM	#5
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build looking forward to seeing more picts..... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

10-23-2010, 01:48 PM	#6
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build looking forward to the build. Sounds good! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-23-2010, 07:07 PM	#7
POPO1984 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,133	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Thats cool man __________________ 1972 SWB Medium Olive South Houston Instagram: Antbish84

10-23-2010, 10:36 PM	#8
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build waiting on more! __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

10-23-2010, 11:59 PM	#9
69 longhorn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: rock island,il,usa Posts: 5,382	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Dang, I love that "tree hoist" __________________ http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

10-24-2010, 07:39 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build C'mon,what kinda racer?? Roundy rounder or strip eater?Slalom????Grocery getter? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-24-2010, 09:41 PM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Cool! Will it have high speed plastic bag holder to keep the soup cans from rolling around in the corners? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-25-2010, 07:07 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build You have my mind racing with ideas now.I see a vintage grocery getter racer with old school sponsor lettering on the side,like Piggly Wiggly or even a local independent grocer along with all the other stores you had to hit to get what all you need.Up here there's the Mt.Airy Locker Plant,Olney Drugs,Red Door Country Store...you know I think I should build one,too.We could start a new form of motorsport.I can see it now,NAGGTRA? (NAtional Grocery Getter Truck Racing Association) The sponsors could be endless.Considering it's a go get around town race big motors would not always beat out smaller ones,what with all the lights and the possible wait to get up to a pump (cash only) as well as waiting for lottery ticket buyers or sandwich orders. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-01-2010, 07:46 PM	#15
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build A fresh coat of paint this past weekend and some drop springs and we are off....ready for an engine and tranny! __________________ 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!

11-01-2010, 08:44 PM	#16
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Race Truck is on its way..... __________________ 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

11-01-2010, 08:52 PM	#17
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,725	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build For a minute there I didn't see the chains. Thought you had David Cooperfield at your place helping with the prep work. This will be another very interesting build! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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11-01-2010, 08:54 PM	#18
Strut Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Corbin Ky Posts: 247	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Interested in the I-6 power plant.... __________________ 1972 Chevy C10 SWB 1999 GMC Sonoma Mini 2008 Yamaha R1 2007 Harley Nightster

11-02-2010, 07:51 AM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Is that the same as a poo-poo 6cyl? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-02-2010, 11:15 AM	#23
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Taylor, I hooked you up yesterday. Had to sling some wheels and tires on there for you, the last ones were killing me! RACE TRUCK!!!!! Attached Images __________________ *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

11-04-2010, 05:27 AM	#24
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Look....gleaming in the background...its the original "race truck"! __________________ 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!

11-07-2010, 10:47 PM	#25
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: Project "RACE TRUCK" aka "Last of the spare parts" build Meats look great on there!!! Thanks Orangecrush.... (one of these days our paths will cross) new ball joint, new upper A arm bushings, new front rubber brake lines in hand and ready to install....... sweet! __________________ 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

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