Maybe that 1941 South Carolina plate was the year Les was born in??? I'd save the plate Jay for yourself Jay, those things are rare. Hang it up in your office or your home. Worth at least 30 bucks
I can understand her wishes of the trunk never being on the road again. You should ask her about how she would feel if you guys only used the truck in the junkyard as a parts go getter? Keep the truck as a junk yard truck only. Never ever will it leave the junkyard.
The video description and this whole video really tugged on the feels. The truck doesn't have to die right there. It could easily continue life as a scrapyard truck till it eventually completely and totally lays down and dies. Les would more then likely loved to see it put to work in the scrap yard.
Man you got me emotional sorry for the loss All i can say is save the front tag and the Tailgate for memories Love the vids and love you Jay keep going
Robert McBride same here +Jay Smart sorry for the loss of a friend, I can feel from your tone how much Les and his old truck meant to you. I agree At the very least you should keep the tag and tailgate as mementos of your youth & friend. Shame she wants the truck boxed, it really wears its scars well and looks kinda handsome in a strange way. I can see his wife's point though as it's not really be appropriate for someone to fix it up and remove its history. Might be worth suggesting allowing it to be picked for spares though since I imagine Les himself would've used scrapyard parts to keep it alive and it'd be kind of fitting that the truck helped others live on in the same way? Not to be disrespectful of her wishes of course but just a thought to maybe mention if you feel apt. Again my condolences to yourself and Les' family & wish you all well going forward.
Man that was so emotional. Why is it that cars trucks and vans mean so much to people? They are just objects yet someone who felt the same way you do about this truck only about say a book case or a refridgerator would be considered odd? I salute your memories and this truck mate.
When my 88 f150 died, i was sad. My dad bought it used with 78000 kms and we use it alot. Then he sold it to me and had it for 29 years. Lots of memories with that truck.
Jay life is about living ,you know your friend treasured his time with you.If he didnt he wouldn't have had such awesome memories and your memories wouldn't be that great if it wasn't a great time for you.But God called him so be happy for him ,he sees you .I hope you understand my point .Dont be down be happy for him.I know it hurts I lost my pap to Alzheimer's 1999 still sets me back.
Hey Jay, be sure to pull that 1941 SC plate off before you scrap it! When you pull the drivetrain out, be sure to also save the front grill, and that handmade bed railing.
Sorry for your loss, I hear the heartbreak in your voice. I have a 92 Chevrolet C1500 2wd pickup that I have grown attached to even though it's getting rough. There's just something about a basic 2 wheel drive chevy or GMC Pickup. Peace brother.
My grandfather had a 94 GMC Sierra for the whole time I knew him until he passed, it was tired, rusty and well used but I have so many memories of that truck, after he passed my grandma wanted it gone so it unfortunately got parted out and scrapped, lots of good memories, gone but not forgotten
Me and my best friend spent out HS years running around in a truck just like that except it was 4x4. Worn out 305 in it every time we came to a stop light the oil pressure went down to zero. Put a lot of miles on it and made a lot of memory’s
A lot of memories and a lot of smiles. RIP Les, you were clearly a great guy and a great friend who is going to be missed a lot. If all of us, at the end of our days, could truly say that they were going to leave such a hole in friend's lives we could all genuinely say ours were lives worth living. If I was you, Jay, I'd save that licence plate, the keys, that tailgate and maybe the steering wheel to spur the great memories you clearly have of your time spent in that truck with Les, and then crush the rest. It seems appropriate that the truck that is so inextricably linked with Les should end its road with you, and now as Les' journey has reached its end too. Hang them up on a wall somewhere that you see a lot so that each time you see them they make you smile and think of Les and your time together...
Sorry Jay I had a friend like that. He was like a father to me. He was in his sixties and I was in my twenties when I knew him. He died from heart failure. He was diabetic. His wife had to sell his truck and his hunting rifle but she gave me the key to his truck. I still carry it with me every day. It was a 93 Silverado.
Jaysmart hopefully you could save the tailgate or hood and make a memorable for him at the scrap yard. The engine would look good in your S10. Sorry to hear your friend passed away.
I like the sincere memories and the weakness in your voice, because through audio, you can really feel that theres some pain there, and its hard to capture sometimes especially with your genre of videos. Thanks for sharing this truck hauling a load of memories.
Dang man, great video. I can hear your heartfelt response in your voice. Keep the keys and license plate as a momento, you won't regret it. Sorry for your loss.
@@juljasmaharchive Yeah well that's literally STUPIDEST DAMN REASON I have ever heard If I was in Jays shoes I would make it my NEW daily driver just to STICK IT TO HER.
Jay. Talk to his wife and see if you can use it as a junkyard truck only. Then use it till it dies its own death. Sorry for the loss of your friend and thanks for sharing your memories with us. Hope that you have a great day buddy
Sorry for you loss, those old trucks gmc trucks are great, my grandfather had a white 1500 at his lake house. The drivers side door would require a ton of force to open, the mirrors were gorilla glued on, and there were countless amounts of scratches and dents in it. He eventually sold it to a kid about 10 years ago.
I'm sorry for your loss. Even though it's a part of life, and something we all face, it never gets easier. The memories will always be there, but will fade over time. RIP Les. That truck is a legend, a real work-horse truck! She worked hard and now has this video dedicated to her, so she can live on...
Save the engine and transmission Jay and pull off the tailgate and GMC logo’s and you should totally turn the tailgate into a couch but I guess then crush the rest! So sorry for your loss Jay! God bless!
My grandpa used too have a 1990 GMC Sierra SWB, got wrecked so he had to get rid of it. I ended up getting a 1988 GMC K1500 with 4x4 and the 5 speed. Even though the heat and other options don't half work theyre reliable and workhorses. Even though the 5.7 is underpowered they have good low end torque and those motors through down and get to work. Recommend them to anyone who's looking for a truck on a budget. But I think the best thing about them is the memories you create in them.
It happed to me also, Lost my good friend, It takes many years to cement that friend ship, and they become part of the family. So very sorry for your loss.
I have a similar story as you. When I was a little kid about 7 years old we moved to a farm where we was renting a house and we became good friends with the guy that owned the farm and he had a 1998 Dodge Ram v6 since the time we moved in and we spent a ton of time in that truck running it all over the farm and helping him with other work. Lots of memories from the farm and that truck. The truck was well used like this one and also had a couple transmissions replaced lol. We lived on the farm till I was 14 and my parents bought their house. We still keep in touch with the Man who owned the farm and last I heard he still has the old dodge and drives it regularly with another slipping transmission. 😂
Thank you for sharing this story bud, Im sure we all have an old tbi that has memories for days,And most of us who are respectable men began work with an older man who was a great mentor! Have a great rest of your week Jay!
Sorry for your loss. I had a 96 that same color. They truck absolutely went through hell and back and never quit. Did eat a few 4l60e's which is all too common. Pulled over loaded trailers and all. I sold it running with over 200k on it and they still have it running. Bowtie don't die
So sad Jay...My prayers are with you tonight. Oh Lord be with Jay and let him be at peace with his memories of such a great guy! So cool that nothing works on the truck, but it still runs. Coming to you means he's looking down with love.
Jay, sorry for your loss. Its too bad she doesn't want it back on the road. Maybe she would let you guys keep it as a parts go-getter around the junkyard. Its a cool truck, hate to see it crushed.
I'm sorry for your loss Jay. Sadly people pass away, but memories are forever... Every ding and dent on that truck has its story.. Its a great timepiece..
Jay, that was a really touching video, it must have been hard for you to make. I read the description...Very nicely worded and all straight from the heart...Well done! Rest in peace Les.
Jay, just wanted to let you know I know the feeling. I completely understand and can relate about how how you refer to that old truck. Death is a crappy , sobering reminder for a lot of people but at the same time it's a good reminder as well. It helps us remember all the good times we've had ;and the fact that You posted this video kind of as a memorandum makes me really appreciate watching the videos you put up. My condolences to you and your family. And lastly thankyou for the videos man. I really appreciate it.
Just like my mom’s Mercury Grand Marquis. A lot of memories. Been a lot of places. Did a lot of things in it. Parts had to be replaced multiple times. Just like that passenger door on the truck in the video, the driver door in my marquis is replaced. The inside has a different door handle, different door panel. The front end is an entirely different color; that’s also a replacement. It’s taken quite a beating over the years.
Sorry for your loss Jay :( I would have said bank the truck hide it away that way in the passage of time you would still have it. Sadly one day his Wife will be gone too then you could bring it back out? But I get that you want to respect her wishes............. But as others have said keep some bits off it,The Licence Plate,The Tailgate OK its not strait but the stories it can tell! Keep the steering wheel,one day you might get another GMC swap it over your touching then what he has ;) Whatever you decide you will know whats right ;) But keep something from it if you dont you will regret it :( That passenger door looks saveable for somebody who needs one. Thanks for sharing and take care Jo
Joloke08 I think I replied to a comment of yours on mustie1's Jawa vid lol (on my own account, on stepsons iPod now lol) strange how petrolheads end up on the same videos! Hope the mustang turns out good, you uploaded anything of it yet?
Thanks for that story, it actually does feel emotional and sorry for your buddy. And although the truck was in bad shape, it was still very reliable for the most part while it lasted. Edit: My grandfather used to have a 2000 or 2002 Chevy Blazer and unfortunately we had to get rid of it in 2020 since something went wrong with the engine. I will miss that car dearly as well for it's nostalgia.
My condolences to you Jay..i know is hard to lost a friend and even harder if you have wonderful fun memories with him. Now you look the place of those memories (the unbeatable Chevy truck) and is really sad and at the same time a smile comes looking the dents and scratches of the little truck. That's how he wants to be remember Jay. The truck is really like reading a book.....the book of life...you need to close all the pages and respect the will of his wife. Take care my friend.
My dad had a 90 model GMC and never had a lick of trouble out of the gauges, radio, or the heat/air controls. We knew people that did but I guess we were lucky. It was in the family until the 2000's when we finally sold it with over 200k on it and it was still pristine. Should have kept it.
Sorry for your loss brother! my dad had a red 1988 silverado that I grew up in. Same interior.. I remember that red bench seat so well. and the horrible gages! He lost reverse in the trans and we use to push it out of the drive way.. LOL Great memories thanks for sharing.
Great video. My grandfather had the same truck, except it was a Chevy and 4x4 (88, red and black 2 tone.) It was purchased new by famous bluegrass singer Ralph Stanley. I have a lot of the same memories with our truck...going camping, cutting firewood, going fishing, and so on with my dad and grandfather. I owned it for a few years, and now my dad owns it...it's still going strong (and thankfully so is my grandpa)
Had a friend just like that. I used to fix machines with him and go places with him and his wife to look at auctions or go buy a tractor. He passed away 2 years ago. I understand your experiences, because i had similar ones in my friend's old work van as we drove around looking for the next auction or the next purchase. It was an old Ford E250 that was mainly used for towing. His wife still has it, but it gets driven rarely.
1:49 My great grandpa died recently and he had a maroon 1988 Chevy C1500 Silverado (Maybe 2500, but I think it's a 1500) regular cab flare bed in really good condition. I remember that truck being outside of the garage at most two times in my life, and those two times were both about ten years ago. In a couple months my family might inherit the truck.
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Jay maybe you can keep the GMC logo on the front as a keepsake
Maybe that 1941 South Carolina plate was the year Les was born in??? I'd save the plate Jay for yourself Jay, those things are rare. Hang it up in your office or your home. Worth at least 30 bucks
Sorry for your loss
u mean loss???!!!!??
james James thanks for letting me know I was on mobile and did not notice I hope you have a good day
+Bob S The joys of predictive text...
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I know the feeling. I have my grandpa's old truck, I will never let it go. Amazing the memories we build involving cars
I can understand her wishes of the trunk never being on the road again. You should ask her about how she would feel if you guys only used the truck in the junkyard as a parts go getter? Keep the truck as a junk yard truck only. Never ever will it leave the junkyard.
I was thinking the same thing.
Bryce Walton's Photography good point. Obviously it’ll be off the road.
Good idea
I hope he’ll read this
What way to have a to remember someone but use the truck in the yard for a part truck
Great memories you had if this truck. Most people see cars as a machine, but cars can tell a story.
The video description and this whole video really tugged on the feels. The truck doesn't have to die right there. It could easily continue life as a scrapyard truck till it eventually completely and totally lays down and dies. Les would more then likely loved to see it put to work in the scrap yard.
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Man you got me emotional sorry for the loss
All i can say is save the front tag and the Tailgate for memories
Love the vids and love you Jay keep going
Robert McBride same here +Jay Smart sorry for the loss of a friend, I can feel from your tone how much Les and his old truck meant to you. I agree At the very least you should keep the tag and tailgate as mementos of your youth & friend. Shame she wants the truck boxed, it really wears its scars well and looks kinda handsome in a strange way. I can see his wife's point though as it's not really be appropriate for someone to fix it up and remove its history. Might be worth suggesting allowing it to be picked for spares though since I imagine Les himself would've used scrapyard parts to keep it alive and it'd be kind of fitting that the truck helped others live on in the same way? Not to be disrespectful of her wishes of course but just a thought to maybe mention if you feel apt. Again my condolences to yourself and Les' family & wish you all well going forward.
That’s what a true American work truck is fun and hard working memories that last forever
Thanks for sharing this story with all of use on TH-cam!
My pleasure!
Sorry for your loss. That was a great sentiment you wrote!
Save that truck! Or use it as a museum
RoyalKingA73 He can't, listen what he said in the vid.
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The original owners wife said she wanted it destroyed.
Man that was so emotional. Why is it that cars trucks and vans mean so much to people? They are just objects yet someone who felt the same way you do about this truck only about say a book case or a refridgerator would be considered odd? I salute your memories and this truck mate.
Rest in peace old friend. Sad to see the ole truck go.
When my 88 f150 died, i was sad. My dad bought it used with 78000 kms and we use it alot. Then he sold it to me and had it for 29 years. Lots of memories with that truck.
Jay life is about living ,you know your friend treasured his time with you.If he didnt he wouldn't have had such awesome memories and your memories wouldn't be that great if it wasn't a great time for you.But God called him so be happy for him ,he sees you .I hope you understand my point .Dont be down be happy for him.I know it hurts I lost my pap to Alzheimer's 1999 still sets me back.
Hey Jay, be sure to pull that 1941 SC plate off before you scrap it! When you pull the drivetrain out, be sure to also save the front grill, and that handmade bed railing.
Sorry for your loss, I hear the heartbreak in your voice. I have a 92 Chevrolet C1500 2wd pickup that I have grown attached to even though it's getting rough. There's just something about a basic 2 wheel drive chevy or GMC Pickup. Peace brother.
Rest in peace Les. You really know your way arounnd that truck. Down to the license plate.
Save that steering wheel for memories buddy. It got you all so many places and brought so many good times and even better memories
My grandfather had a 94 GMC Sierra for the whole time I knew him until he passed, it was tired, rusty and well used but I have so many memories of that truck, after he passed my grandma wanted it gone so it unfortunately got parted out and scrapped, lots of good memories, gone but not forgotten
It lasted for good 30 years. This is how you use a truck!
Me and my best friend spent out HS years running around in a truck just like that except it was 4x4. Worn out 305 in it every time we came to a stop light the oil pressure went down to zero. Put a lot of miles on it and made a lot of memory’s
Sorry for your loss, Jay. Save the front GMC emblem and steering wheel for the memories, if you can.
A lot of memories and a lot of smiles. RIP Les, you were clearly a great guy and a great friend who is going to be missed a lot. If all of us, at the end of our days, could truly say that they were going to leave such a hole in friend's lives we could all genuinely say ours were lives worth living. If I was you, Jay, I'd save that licence plate, the keys, that tailgate and maybe the steering wheel to spur the great memories you clearly have of your time spent in that truck with Les, and then crush the rest. It seems appropriate that the truck that is so inextricably linked with Les should end its road with you, and now as Les' journey has reached its end too. Hang them up on a wall somewhere that you see a lot so that each time you see them they make you smile and think of Les and your time together...
Sorry Jay I had a friend like that. He was like a father to me. He was in his sixties and I was in my twenties when I knew him. He died from heart failure. He was diabetic. His wife had to sell his truck and his hunting rifle but she gave me the key to his truck. I still carry it with me every day. It was a 93 Silverado.
Great story, it did what a truck is supposed to do.
Rest in piece Les, sorry for your loss my friend I agree with the person that said keep the tailgate and front plate
Jaysmart hopefully you could save the tailgate or hood and make a memorable for him at the scrap yard. The engine would look good in your S10. Sorry to hear your friend passed away.
Exactly respect his wife's wishes save the rail and stuff you said and one part of its body as memory of the old guy if that's where you started from
I like the sincere memories and the weakness in your voice, because through audio, you can really feel that theres some pain there, and its hard to capture sometimes especially with your genre of videos. Thanks for sharing this truck hauling a load of memories.
Dang man, great video. I can hear your heartfelt response in your voice. Keep the keys and license plate as a momento, you won't regret it. Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss bro, I bet he was a great friend and your doing the best thing by keeping your friend in mind and honoring the wife’s wishes
As a GMT400 owner... Please save that truck. It will never let you down and you can keep a nice memento from that special person.
But she doesnt want it on the road again
@@juljasmaharchive Yeah well that's literally STUPIDEST DAMN REASON I have ever heard If I was in Jays shoes I would make it my NEW daily driver just to STICK IT TO HER.
Jay. Talk to his wife and see if you can use it as a junkyard truck only. Then use it till it dies its own death. Sorry for the loss of your friend and thanks for sharing your memories with us. Hope that you have a great day buddy
Personally i'd be trying to save it to use in the yard, but if that's not possible, I'd take that front plate and hanging it on the wall.
Sorry for you loss, those old trucks gmc trucks are great, my grandfather had a white 1500 at his lake house. The drivers side door would require a ton of force to open, the mirrors were gorilla glued on, and there were countless amounts of scratches and dents in it. He eventually sold it to a kid about 10 years ago.
I'm sorry for your loss. Even though it's a part of life, and something we all face, it never gets easier. The memories will always be there, but will fade over time. RIP Les.
That truck is a legend, a real work-horse truck! She worked hard and now has this video dedicated to her, so she can live on...
sorry for your loss Jay. Use it as a yard truck.
Sorry for your loss, good friends are special
Awe man! You’re a nice kid.
Save the engine and transmission Jay and pull off the tailgate and GMC logo’s and you should totally turn the tailgate into a couch but I guess then crush the rest! So sorry for your loss Jay! God bless!
Very sorry for your loss Jay...and a great tribute to your friend in what you wrote.
My grandpa used too have a 1990 GMC Sierra SWB, got wrecked so he had to get rid of it. I ended up getting a 1988 GMC K1500 with 4x4 and the 5 speed. Even though the heat and other options don't half work theyre reliable and workhorses. Even though the 5.7 is underpowered they have good low end torque and those motors through down and get to work. Recommend them to anyone who's looking for a truck on a budget. But I think the best thing about them is the memories you create in them.
I can hear it in your voice you want to cry but your trying no to because your on video, and I almost started tearing up!!!!
Sounds like he was a good guy thanks for sharing the memories
It happed to me also, Lost my good friend, It takes many years to cement that friend ship, and they become part of the family. So very sorry for your loss.
Jay at least save the keys sorry for your loss
I am in tears after reading the note, retain the good memories because this is the way life works, be strong my friend and keep doing what you love
very articulate jay, very articulate. everything you said is true and heartfelt. well done kid!!!!!
I have a similar story as you. When I was a little kid about 7 years old we moved to a farm where we was renting a house and we became good friends with the guy that owned the farm and he had a 1998 Dodge Ram v6 since the time we moved in and we spent a ton of time in that truck running it all over the farm and helping him with other work. Lots of memories from the farm and that truck. The truck was well used like this one and also had a couple transmissions replaced lol. We lived on the farm till I was 14 and my parents bought their house. We still keep in touch with the Man who owned the farm and last I heard he still has the old dodge and drives it regularly with another slipping transmission. 😂
Thank you for sharing this story bud, Im sure we all have an old tbi that has memories for days,And most of us who are respectable men began work with an older man who was a great mentor! Have a great rest of your week Jay!
Sorry for your loss Jay. RIP Mr. Les.
Sorry for your loss. I had a 96 that same color. They truck absolutely went through hell and back and never quit. Did eat a few 4l60e's which is all too common. Pulled over loaded trailers and all. I sold it running with over 200k on it and they still have it running. Bowtie don't die
So sad Jay...My prayers are with you tonight. Oh Lord be with Jay and let him be at peace with his memories of such a great guy! So cool that nothing works on the truck, but it still runs. Coming to you means he's looking down with love.
Jay, sorry for your loss. Its too bad she doesn't want it back on the road. Maybe she would let you guys keep it as a parts go-getter around the junkyard. Its a cool truck, hate to see it crushed.
We are who we are based on the people we meet. Good memory, thanx for sharing.
I'm sorry for your loss Jay. Sadly people pass away, but memories are forever... Every ding and dent on that truck has its story.. Its a great timepiece..
Sorry for your lost jay 😭
Although the loss of such a good friend hurts, temper it with the memories and knowledge that you learned and lived.
Sorry for your loss jay great mempries you had and that the truck brought yall
Sounds like good memories. Sorry for your loss.
Great story.....Keep something as a memorabilia
That goes to show the great quality of those old GMC trucks
You can get your pocessions taken away but something that they can not touch is the memories.
Jay, that was a really touching video, it must have been hard for you to make. I read the description...Very nicely worded and all straight from the heart...Well done! Rest in peace Les.
Jay, just wanted to let you know I know the feeling. I completely understand and can relate about how how you refer to that old truck. Death is a crappy , sobering reminder for a lot of people but at the same time it's a good reminder as well. It helps us remember all the good times we've had ;and the fact that You posted this video kind of as a memorandum makes me really appreciate watching the videos you put up. My condolences to you and your family. And lastly thankyou for the videos man. I really appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing the memories and the tribute to your grandfather.
I miss my old 89 Chevy 2500 350 EFI. It had 375k miles on the truck and it was still going when I sold it!!
Just like my mom’s Mercury Grand Marquis. A lot of memories. Been a lot of places. Did a lot of things in it. Parts had to be replaced multiple times. Just like that passenger door on the truck in the video, the driver door in my marquis is replaced. The inside has a different door handle, different door panel. The front end is an entirely different color; that’s also a replacement. It’s taken quite a beating over the years.
You are still the absolute best there is.
It's cool how with the aftermarket radio in the center console it looks like the truck has two factory radios
My best friends mom sold her husbands truck after he passed in 09’ but she still has the 240SX they bought new and still drives it from time to time
You sould keep the badges and put them on your wall like how my cousin puts his old race car panels on his wall
You are blessed with the memories, my friend. Im sorry for your loss😔
Ahh awesome stories. Sorry for your loss!
Sorry for your loss Jay :(
I would have said bank the truck hide it away that way in the passage of time you would still have it. Sadly one day his Wife will be gone too then you could bring it back out? But I get that you want to respect her wishes.............
But as others have said keep some bits off it,The Licence Plate,The Tailgate OK its not strait but the stories it can tell!
Keep the steering wheel,one day you might get another GMC swap it over your touching then what he has ;)
Whatever you decide you will know whats right ;)
But keep something from it if you dont you will regret it :(
That passenger door looks saveable for somebody who needs one.
Thanks for sharing and take care
Jo
Joloke08 I think I replied to a comment of yours on mustie1's Jawa vid lol (on my own account, on stepsons iPod now lol) strange how petrolheads end up on the same videos! Hope the mustang turns out good, you uploaded anything of it yet?
Wow, this is awesome, seems we all like similar stuff
Jay, sorry for your loss. It's tough to be around something like that truck that held so many memories of the good times the both of you had.
Thanks for that story, it actually does feel emotional and sorry for your buddy. And although the truck was in bad shape, it was still very reliable for the most part while it lasted.
Edit: My grandfather used to have a 2000 or 2002 Chevy Blazer and unfortunately we had to get rid of it in 2020 since something went wrong with the engine. I will miss that car dearly as well for it's nostalgia.
My condolences to you Jay..i know is hard to lost a friend and even harder if you have wonderful fun memories with him. Now you look the place of those memories (the unbeatable Chevy truck) and is really sad and at the same time a smile comes looking the dents and scratches of the little truck. That's how he wants to be remember Jay. The truck is really like reading a book.....the book of life...you need to close all the pages and respect the will of his wife. Take care my friend.
Sorry for your loss my first truck was a '89 Sierra
Sorry for your loss. 350 likely has like 400k on it! Thats very impressive for any engine! Sorry for your loss I know it hurts
I am sorry for your loss Jay :(
Jay You Should Keep That Old Truck
My dad had a 90 model GMC and never had a lick of trouble out of the gauges, radio, or the heat/air controls. We knew people that did but I guess we were lucky. It was in the family until the 2000's when we finally sold it with over 200k on it and it was still pristine. Should have kept it.
Sorry for your loss brother! my dad had a red 1988 silverado that I grew up in. Same interior.. I remember that red bench seat so well. and the horrible gages! He lost reverse in the trans and we use to push it out of the drive way.. LOL Great memories thanks for sharing.
Great video. My grandfather had the same truck, except it was a Chevy and 4x4 (88, red and black 2 tone.) It was purchased new by famous bluegrass singer Ralph Stanley. I have a lot of the same memories with our truck...going camping, cutting firewood, going fishing, and so on with my dad and grandfather. I owned it for a few years, and now my dad owns it...it's still going strong (and thankfully so is my grandpa)
Sad yet one of your best videos ever.
I SOO relate to your reminiscing... I'm always full of stories about WHY "this is that way on (whatever) vehicle I have or had"!
Runs beautifully
Jay, I am sorry for your loss my friend.
Had a friend just like that. I used to fix machines with him and go places with him and his wife to look at auctions or go buy a tractor. He passed away 2 years ago. I understand your experiences, because i had similar ones in my friend's old work van as we drove around looking for the next auction or the next purchase. It was an old Ford E250 that was mainly used for towing. His wife still has it, but it gets driven rarely.
1:49 My great grandpa died recently and he had a maroon 1988 Chevy C1500 Silverado (Maybe 2500, but I think it's a 1500) regular cab flare bed in really good condition. I remember that truck being outside of the garage at most two times in my life, and those two times were both about ten years ago. In a couple months my family might inherit the truck.
Thank you for sharing this with us. Sounds like a great man that left you with some great memories.
She’s definitely a project truck that was worth saving.
Awesome I have similar memories with my grandad wow makes ya think. Thank you!!!
1988!!!!! that was a good year
That truck is “Like a Rock” just as the commercials used to say
Ford fan. But this GMC should be saved. Lookes to be fair nic to.
Sorry for your loss my friend. Like the video