This is way better looking than new trucks.

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Oldironfan, Feb 25, 2018.

  1. Dennixx

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    my dad had an astro when i was a kid. he hated that pos. called it an "GMC a_ _ hole".
     
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    And didn't Chevrolet badge the truck as a Titan?
     
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    yes. i wonder what name my dad woulda had for that one....
     
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    Yup,and the conventional GMC was a General,and the conventional Chevy was a Bison. Same trucks,different grilles,badging,etc.
     
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    we had a General day cab. very utilitarian. and talk about a squared off hood.
     
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    They were like old macks. Great for running in and out of the field/job sites, but god id hate to run one long haul or even regional.
     
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