Well now, let’s yak about them 1965 GMC pickup trucks. You know, them old trucks, they were somethin’ else. Not like these fancy new things they got now. Built tough, I tell ya, built tough.
First thing you gotta think about is what you wanna do with that truck. Wanna fix it up all original-like? Then you gotta get them GMC parts. The hood, the grille, and that big ol’ V-6 engine. Can’t be puttin’ no Chevy parts on it and callin’ it a GMC, no sir! That ain’t right.
Now, if you’re thinkin’ ’bout fixin’ up the bed, that’s a whole ‘nother story. Gotta get that wood just right. Some folks like them boards all the same size, some don’t. Me? I just want it strong enough to haul stuff. Hay, wood, whatever you got. These trucks weren’t made for lookin’ pretty, they were made for workin’ hard.
There’s this fella, he got hisself a ’65 GMC brand new back in the day. He’s been fixin’ it up ever since. Says it’s a love-hate kinda thing. Well, I reckon that’s true for most things in life, ain’t it? You love ’em, but they sure can give you a headache sometimes.
- First thing he says, you gotta figure out what you’re gonna do. Tear the whole thing apart? Maybe. But he says it’s better to do it little by little. One piece at a time. Makes sense to me. Don’t wanna bite off more than you can chew.
- Then there’s that gas tank. If it’s been sittin’ for a while, that gas is gonna be bad. Gotta drain it out, clean it up. Maybe get a new tank. Don’t wanna be blowin’ nothin’ up, that’s for sure.
This other fella, he saw a ’65 GMC short bed stepside with that 305 V-6. Said he had to have it. I get it. Them trucks, they got somethin’ special about ’em. A kinda charm, you know? They ain’t fancy, but they got character.
Now, if you’re gonna restore one of these trucks, there’s a bunch of things you gotta know. Like, them GMC trucks, they’re known for bein’ reliable. Don’t break down too often. But even the best trucks need fixin’ sometimes. And let me tell ya, fixin’ an old truck ain’t like fixin’ one of these new ones. It’s harder. Gotta get your hands dirty.
So, you got your 1965 GMC pickup truck. What now? Well, like them fellas said, you gotta plan it out. Don’t rush into it. Take your time. And don’t be afraid to ask for help. There’s plenty of folks out there who know a thing or two about these old trucks. They can point you in the right direction.
And remember, these trucks were made to work. So don’t be afraid to use ’em. Haul some stuff, drive ’em around. Show ’em off a little. They ain’t meant to sit in a garage and look pretty. They’re meant to be out on the road, doin’ what they were made to do.
So that’s the story on them 1965 GMC pickup trucks. Tough as nails, and ready to work. Just gotta treat ’em right, and they’ll last you a good long time.
Restoration tips? Well, I ain’t no expert, but common sense goes a long way. Keep things organized, don’t force nothin’, and if you get stuck, ask someone who knows better. And remember, patience is key. These old trucks, they take time. But they’re worth it in the end.
And one last thing, them GMC trucks, they hold their value pretty good. So even if you put a little money into fixin’ it up, you’ll probably get it back when you sell it. Not that you’d ever want to sell it, of course. Once you get one of these trucks, you’ll probably want to keep it forever.
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