Re: My 1965 build thread
 

I started a thread about the 3 in 1 brake, shear, and roller. I thought it would be te answer to my limited space. Let's see what people have to say. Here is a link to the thread.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...52#post2934752

Re: My 1965 build thread
 

It's been awhile since my last post. Had a little cold snap down here that lasted for a week. That's what I blaming it on, but the truth be told I got a little lazy.:lol: I did finally install my wood heater.:metal: I fired it up last night for the first time. It was a comfortable 72 at midnight. :metal:

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07952.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07954.jpg

I started to work on my dash again last night. I used coat hanger to make a pattern for my brace over the column.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07957.jpg

The final product is functional and I guess it looks ok. I've still got to patch the area where the old ashtray was.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07959.jpg

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First bit of color:metal:

I got the dash sand blasted and picked it up today.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07962.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07963.jpg

Radio and AC control cutout. I still need to cut out for 2 eyeball vents in the center part of the dash and one on each side of the dash. I also have to figure out how I will mount the defrost vents.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07961.jpg

Sprayed the first bit of color on the back side of the dash. :metal: I really get motivated when I see some color.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07964.jpg

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Nice!!

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Thanks Joe

I got the firewall painted tonight, thought I would share.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07967.jpg

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oooooh, ahhhhh, :lol:

I like that color, what is it?

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1969 Hugger orange PPG 2084 :metal: My favorite color.

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good choice
thanks for the info

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I got the AC vents cut in.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07985.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07986.jpg

I have a problem and I need your help. I need your opinion on which defrost vents I should do. I don't want to mount anything on top of the dash due to the look and all of the curves.

This is the pass vent underneath the dash. It's not mounted yet, I've got to figure that out too.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC07978.jpg

Here are the choices

Choice#1: Small mesh type holes

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...DSC07979-1.jpg

Choice #2: About a 3/8" hole in a row

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...DSC07979-2.jpg

Choice #3: 2 slits

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...DSC07979-3.jpg

I can't make up my mind. :smoke: I appreciate the input

Re: My 1965 build thread
 

In my '63 it had very slim slits almost hidden by the windshild rubber. I'd go with a thin slit to make them almost non-visable.

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:agree: slots would look killer

Re: My 1965 build thread
 

59-60's had the defost vents in the dash trim, 3 long oval slots.IMO that would be the best look with this dash...
here is a shot, you can barley see them up by the glass:

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Thanks guys for your input. I would have to agree with ya'll, slots would be the best.

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Just remember the smaller the hole the less of the flow however the pressure might a bit highter, but would cover less of the windshield.

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:metal::metal::metal:

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Heres a pic of the defrost on a 63.
The slits from the top and the defuser that goes below.

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Whatever you go with test it with the final air flow before you paint. It would suck to get it all together and find out you have a whistle because the the slots do not allow enough air to pass through.

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Thanks Rogue! The defuser that I will be using with the vintage air kit is about 3" long and 1/2" wide. I don't have alot of room to play with. The dash has so many curves on the top it's hard to find somewhat of a flat area.


I wondered about a possible whistle from what ever I do with the defroster. It might drown out the wind noise coming from everywhere else.
:haha::haha:

I will try to test it after I get the air control box mounted.

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I took today off in Honor of Veterans day.

:flagw:Thanks to all that have served and paid the ultimate price.:flagw:

I had a goal today of getting my frame painted.

First step was to figure out how to support it with minimal interference. I had to tie it off from spinning.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08002.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08003.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08005.jpg

Then the sealer

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08007.jpg

Then the base PPG 301274

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08012.jpg

Then 2 coats clear. The pix don't do the color any justice. It looks awesome in person.
http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08014.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08015.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08016.jpg

Re: My 1965 build thread
 

Looking good Alan.:metal:

It'll be rolling by the weekend right?:lol:

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:haha::haha:

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alan i hate you for having this thread.. now that mines pretty much together. i want to take it back apart and do it again. i cut a few corners and now its buggin me to death.

Re: My 1965 build thread
 

:lol: Sorry man ;) I want to build this truck one time. I'm trying to build it the best I can. I've cut corners in the past on projects only to regret it later. I know how you feel. I've never gone this deep in a build, it has been a big learning experience. I'm going to finish this one then do my 55 and I think that will be it. :lol:

Since yours is almost together, drive the hell out of it and enjoy it. There will always be another project. Take what you learned on this truck and apply it to a new project. just my 2 cents.

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good idea... ill just wait till i win the lottery and build my ZR-c10.. like frizzles c-5 truck.. thanks al

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man, your frame is a thing of beauty!!
excellent work!
how durable do you figure it will be?