83 or 78 - Debate

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  1. minidreaming

    minidreaming Enthusiast

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    Alright, I am presenting a debate.

    Would you rather have an 83 Longbed Deluxe 5sp

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    1978 short bed 20r 4spd

    I have the 83 but could maybe trade for a 78?
     
  2. dillinja666

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    both! 83 block 78 head, 83 5 speed in the 78 body :) 83 misc interior parts in the 78, sell the rest of the 83 on craigslist to recoup your $$$
     
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    I wish I could do that! Unfortunently, dont have the money to do that right now. The 83 is running well, but the interior and body could use some work. I am really liking the look of the late 80s though. That is my predicament. He wants 1500 for the 78 though. Out my price range!

    On another note, I am in the prep stages of starting a build thread for the 83. Just need to find the time!
     
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  5. IronNam

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    both would be awesome...

    hmmm, i say just hold on to your 83 for now and enjoy it.
     
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    yea it is a hard decision. But i believe that I am going to go with the 83 for now. I also have a sr5 parts truck that I am using for needed parts. So, if I have extra parts when needed i will sell them here first...if anyone is interested ;)
     
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    awesome i definitely vote to keep the 83, annnd if u end up with an extra long bed in any shape i could definitely use it!
     
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    well, the second truck does not have a bed to it. but i will have an extra cab if you want that
     
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    ah its so hard to find a freaking bed! lol ive already fixed my cab for the most part but thanks for offering!
     
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    Yea, I have seen your work. It was good stuff. If i had a bed i would trade it with ya for some metal work. My metal work skills are elementary at best!
     
  11. oahu grown

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    I would so grab the 78. Thats just me though. Love the quad headlights. Also dont got to many in Hawaii running around.
     

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