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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 16, 2018 15:54:38 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Hello, long time lurker, first time threader here. My car history includes Chevette's, Escort's, Capri's, Cortina's, Volvo's, Fiat's, Scimitar's, a Metro GTa, lots of Saab's, a Triumph 2500 (with a full length sun roof that blew off in Orkney), too many Land Rover's for any one man, VW trucks (LT's), Discovery's, BMW's and a Mitsubishi Delica. I have been inspired by Rian (Grizz) to take the plunge and have gone out and acquired what appears to be a deeply unfashionable full size pick up. I am trying to post images, but so far I have not got the knack! (I was hoping there would be a pic here!) "Blue Boy" is a 1998 Chevrolet c3500 long bed, ex USAF. He's a little used around the edges and needs a bit of gentle restoration, but has a long MOT and relatively good manners on the road. I have booked him in for a complete rust proofing after Christmas, so I have until then to sort out the few issues I have found so far. If anyone knows where I can locate a 16" steelie with eight studs I would be very pleased to hear from you, as I have no spare at present. All advice, thoughts and comments are welcome.
	Last Edit: Jan 9, 2019 14:15:23 GMT by stensodog

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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 16, 2018 15:55:57 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	A second unsuccessful attempt at a pic.
	Last Edit: Nov 16, 2018 15:57:21 GMT by stensodog

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steveg Posted a lot Posts: 1,565	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 steveg @steveg
	Nov 16, 2018 15:57:59 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	North Hants Tyres in Aldershot might be somewhere to try, depends where you are.


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 16, 2018 16:03:23 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thanks, I'll look them up, I always enjoy a day out.


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jpr1977 Club Retro Rides Member Posts: 656 Club RR Member Number: 18	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 jpr1977 @jpr1977 Club Retro Rides Member 18
	Nov 16, 2018 17:43:17 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	If you do make the trip to North Hants, Jackhammer Kustom just down the road are well worth a visit. JackHammer


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 16, 2018 21:08:03 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thanks jpr1977


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Mercdan68 Posted hell of a lot Posts: 9,080 Club RR Member Number: 68	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 Mercdan68 @forddan68 Club Retro Rides Member 68
	Nov 16, 2018 21:23:10 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	We need pics!!!
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 grizz @grizz
	Nov 16, 2018 22:11:33 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Nov 16, 2018 15:55:57 GMT stensodog said: A second unsuccessful attempt at a pic. Sorry you cannot get pics loaded. Shout if you need to. So, is it single cab, double cab or Super cab?
	Last Edit: Nov 17, 2018 6:43:40 GMT by grizz 1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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ZXRob Europe Posts: 1,193	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 ZXRob @mk3rob
	Nov 17, 2018 5:50:39 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	As I also own a 1998 unfashionable Chevy pick up I am interested I this! Hope you manage to get us some photos up!
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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:05:04 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I think that I will need a tutorial! I feel a little like the Japanese Minister for cyber security. Blue Boy is a crew cab long bed, with the 6.5 turbo diesel, it is two metres longer than my BMW touring and has lighter steering than my Fiat Panda had, it reminds me of a dancing hippo from one of the Disney films - such bulk, yet so light. I will be relocating the PMD to the drivers side inner wing, when I can decide which is the best value kit and checking to see if I need a more robust fuel pump. I also intend to update the radio to a more modern head unit and find and fit some protective seat covers. I promise pics, I just need the tutorial, many thanks for sticking with me so far.


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:05:57 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I have my first pic, is it there?


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:07:08 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	If it is, then here’s another.


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:10:02 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	With thanks to Grizz for the telepathic support. And here’s the somewhat sandy interior.


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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 grizz @grizz
	Nov 17, 2018 7:13:05 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Looks like you cracked it. The pics that is. Looks like a new truck for 20 year old. You certainly went all the way whe you went for this one...... It is mahooosive but you seem to have tucked it nicely onto your drive Where in the country are you situated? I have a few radios stashed in the garage, that you could pick over in case you wanted one, but they may be outdated too, as the one in my Blazer has a memory stick hole, though I have no idea how to work it.
	Last Edit: Nov 17, 2018 7:16:09 GMT by grizz 1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:19:09 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thanks ZXRob, you are also to blame for inspiration! I very much enjoyed your thread.


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 7:42:16 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thanks Rian, I saw your pm this morning and it spurred me on to try a different approach, which worked. The cab is very clean (apart from the sand), and the bodywork is good, but can be improved, luckily it is galvanised which helps enormously. I am in south Lincolnshire, so if you ever venture this way let me know, we almost always have a few bottles of Bud Light.


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	Nov 17, 2018 8:36:21 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	You are gonna have to park this across 3 parking spots at your supermarket; More pictures please now that you get the hang of it!!


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skkylinedave Posted a lot Posts: 1,601	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 skkylinedave @skkylinedave
	Nov 17, 2018 8:38:54 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Is this the one one ebay in the last few weeks ?


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 11:55:29 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I don't think so, I bought it privately; but it is the same model without the aircon.


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stensodog Part of things Posts: 143	The Unfashionable AMERICAN Pick Up - 2019 stensodog @stensodog
	Nov 17, 2018 17:20:56 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top



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