That is a great moment for both of you, congrats. I know he will truly cherish the truck he has put those hours into.
Inside the links is Flippers ride, of his flat bed as an example of what can be done. https://talk.classicparts.com/showthread.php?t=8426...
My posting foto ability at this time is zero, howevever , Chevy cars (some) had the Waltham 8 day clocks in them mounted in the dash, I have one...
When my truck had the 514/1 rear end 4000+ was about 40-45 mph.
Welcome and that looks like a very nice ride.
You need to post some pictures of this truck you bought so someone that knows GMCs, can tell what it is and then the weight can be checked.
WElcome a board, you should enjoy your ride.
You are doing great keep up the good work.
I just read your title which clearly states 53 GMC, so those #'s I quoted are for the Chevy models. Do not go and use some under sized trailer....
You falled to say what the truck was, 3100,3600,3800,6400 ?, If it is a 1/2 t then call u hall and get theirs. If you know someone with a dual...
The 54 engine I have in mine Runs good but finding parts for it is a challenge as Nate said.
Not Going 100 all the time does not mean your ride can not travel cross country....
Going up the Grapevine in any pick-up at 85 would be nice however I like going over it in at 50 and enjoying the fact it can.
At times I can now travel at 80 :D and I can see it doing 100, however the front brakes are/were not designed for that.:eek: I have a 235 with...
Put in a good drive train, touch up the dents and lettering and call it good. Very nice looking wheels also. Nice.
Thanks for sharing those photos.
Look at all the other trucks for sale as if you were wanting to buy one. Pick one that has the same stuff as yours. Now would you pay that much...
That would be a lot of work, but really a looker if finished correctly.
Welcome a board, enjoy the ride.
Nice looking Stove Bolt worth every penny to someone out there, just not me, today. :)
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