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“The blue truck...”1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup

131 photos documented since 2007 5 years documented ♡ Follow this build

The story

bought from a masonry fleet. Maintained religously for 28 years. Sand-blasted down to the frame twice! Yes it it a 78, but with a 82 front clip. Added a set of 6" superlift springs, some cut-out fender flares, and some 38.5 tsl's. — bluecrew

Day one vs. today

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1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup in 2012
1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup in 2007
2007 2012

Photo history

131 photos across 5 years — drag the dot to travel through this vehicle’s life. Captions are the owner’s; where there isn’t one, the AI caption fills in.

2007

2007

28 photos added — showing 8

1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Check out this 4 wheeler with homemade suspension. Now that's hillbily engineering! Who says us country boys ain't smart? 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - my lil stocker... And, yes, it can swim! 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - May 5th

2008

39 photos added — showing 8

1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Dana 60 4.10's 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Two truck axles, one with disc brakes and the other with drum brakes, are shown supported by jack stands. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Rear axle assembly supported by wooden blocks, with tires and other items in the background. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - A blue pickup truck is raised on jack stands in a garage, with spare tires and automotive parts visible. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Two pickup trucks are parked in a yard next to a garage and a house. The blue truck is on blocks. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Underside view showing the rear differential and suspension system of a vehicle. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - A disorganized garage is filled with various tools, equipment, and stored materials. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This blue 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup truck is elevated on jack stands, suggesting it is undergoing maintenance or modification.

2009

46 photos added — showing 8

1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This photo shows a heavy-duty truck's brake caliper and rotor assembly, not a 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Detail of a rusty axle housing and brake components, showing signs of wear and fluid leakage. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Close-up view of a Dana 60 axle housing, showing casting marks and the SuperMotors.net watermark. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - A close-up view of a vehicle's brake caliper, showing stamped part numbers and markings. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Close-up of a heavy-duty brake caliper and hub assembly, partially obscuring a red vehicle fender. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Detail view of a vehicle's brake caliper and rotor, likely during maintenance or repair. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Close-up view of a Dana 60 axle's brake caliper and rotor assembly. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This is a close-up of a heavy-duty axle housing, with a blue truck visible in the background.

2010

10 photos added — showing 8

1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - The interior of a vehicle is flooded with mud and debris, obscuring the pedals and floor. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - A frayed tie-down strap is coiled in the bed of a truck, showing signs of wear and tear. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - A used air filter rests on the dusty bed of a pickup truck. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Close-up view of a dark green pickup truck's fender flare and aggressive off-road tire. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Two men work on a lifted gray truck with its hood open, a blue tent pitched to the side. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - An olive green off-road vehicle is deeply mired in thick mud, with only its front wheel partially visible above the mire. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Muddy 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup truck stuck in a field, with another truck visible in the distance. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Two vehicles are partially submerged in tall grass and mud, with people visible inside.

2012

7 photos added

1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This pickup truck features a lifted suspension and oversized tires, suggesting off-road modifications. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This lifted 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup features large off-road tires and a picnic table secured in its bed. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Rear view of a blue pickup truck carrying a picnic table in its bed. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - The heavily rusted frame and suspension of a truck are shown from a low angle. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Side view of a maroon pickup truck with a toolbox in the bed, modified with a lift kit and off-road tires. 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - This maroon pickup truck, identified as a 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup, is viewed from the 3/4 front angle, showing a toolbox mounted in its b… 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup - Engine bay of a 1978 Chevrolet C/K Pickup shows the V8 engine and associated components.
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