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C-10cutty 07-11-2012 07:08 AM

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Not yesterday but my son and I installed the bed. Next we will be painting the wheels.

Chevy Fleetside 07-11-2012 10:35 AM

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Been working on wiring. I am putting in a 21 circut EZ Wiring harness and I am making a UPS List, or should I say Summit list..

doobiebro 07-11-2012 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by C-10cutty (Post 5479888)
Not yesterday but my son and I installed the bed. Next we will be painting the wheels.

sweet truck...did you shave the front tire?

MARTYZ 07-11-2012 01:04 PM

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Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road
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losthope 07-11-2012 01:12 PM

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Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road
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Looks good with the old wood nice job! with the slanted top it reminds me of a old bread box my mom had in the kitchen when i was younger....:lol:

CRGRS 66 07-11-2012 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MARTYZ (Post 5480257)
Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road

That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

CdM 07-12-2012 12:17 AM

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Installed a 327 and turbo 350 in the k10 today. got to head out for work in the am so get to finish the engine harness and front clip when i get back. this truck looks so mean.. its as big as my 10 inch lifted 92k1500 on 38.5's , but the 64 only has stock tire's on it ;) gonna have to find a way to post some pics.. you guys r gonna trip out :metal:

mud.man.rj 07-12-2012 12:25 AM

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Waiting to trip out CdM, love the cool old trucks, want to see the height.:ito:

MikeS. 07-12-2012 12:58 AM

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Installed Warn unlock hubs. Dropped the gas tank and took it to a radiator shop to be pressure tested, if it passes they'll boil it out. If not, I'll have to buy a new 1.

oldcrow71 07-12-2012 01:39 AM

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picked up my custom built 2.5" drop lower control arms and getting ready to plate them for the bags. Also got new kick panels with 6.5" speakers in from LMC today from the UPS man..... Can't wait to have this truck done...

chainsaw 07-12-2012 03:54 PM

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Left it in the garage and went to Disney world.
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MikeS. 07-12-2012 06:29 PM

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Installed new gas lines from the tank area to the engine. Took off the inner door panels, cleaned and greased the mechanisms. The windows ride and the doors unlatch much better.

Put in a new Optima battery.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/.../Photo0084.jpg

Here is a couple pics from when we were working on the front end;

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/.../Photo0086.jpg

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/.../Photo0083.jpg

Revoh 07-12-2012 07:46 PM

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Not that is is like a major modification like most of you guys, but I had these magnetic signs and vinyl banners made up to promote my blog. I figured I could use the magnets at car shows or whatever, and I was thinking about entering the local parade next month and using the banners. I guess I could also hang them on a fence if that opportunity came up. Anway, no biggie, but I thought they turned out kinda neat ...

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h2...cs/Banner1.jpg
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http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h2...cs/Banner4.jpg

mud.man.rj 07-12-2012 08:31 PM

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Hmmm the truck on the sign looks familar. Nice signs.

cb1965 07-12-2012 08:45 PM

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Finally removed the crossmember, cleaned up the frame and painted it. :metal: MAN!! i was sweting crazy, HOT day :devil: :devil:

Chevy Fleetside 07-12-2012 10:08 PM

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More wiring... Been hiding them also.

66clow 07-12-2012 10:16 PM

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http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/...-54-08_839.jpg
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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66 (Post 5480440)
That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

Here's what I did with my old fence
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198plus 07-13-2012 09:39 PM

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A little more progress today, I installed my trim.

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...78990688_n.jpg

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dantimdad 07-13-2012 09:46 PM

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Awesome paint job!

Steven

mud.man.rj 07-13-2012 10:06 PM

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That burnt orange or copper color is just beautiful, so nice in that light.

McCoyAZ 07-13-2012 10:17 PM

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Swapped the 64 grille for a 61 dual headlight grille.

Installed an electric fan

Installed a set of 05 Tahoe bucket seats

Tomorrow I am going to see if it starts and if it does, I am hoping it doesn't have any leaks and it actually runs.

LinkbeltOE 07-13-2012 10:21 PM

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I saw this truck on facebook. Really nice looking.

mud.man.rj 07-13-2012 10:21 PM

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It will live tomorrow and sound cool doing it too. :cool:

MARTYZ 07-13-2012 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66 (Post 5480440)
That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

No i don't mind at all , thats why we look at this forum to share and get ideas , need to come up with latch for the lid. 70 mph it stands straight up! you getting this hot weather in cambridge too!!

badriand 07-13-2012 11:56 PM

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Tweak the air lines a bit, received more verbal lashing from the wife about working on truck so much.:lol:

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MAN!! i was sweting crazy, HOT day

I feel ya, here in east texas humidity is crazy. I have to wear long shirt when working on truck to keep sweat from hitting everything and sliding around.

198plus, i could never have a paint job that nice i would be scared to even drive it or bump it.

Narxoleptic Customs 07-14-2012 12:53 AM

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Got the stepped arms mounted!! Gonna try and get the longer shackles done in the am before work so I can drive it again, it's been almost 3 weeks...
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CRGRS 66 07-14-2012 12:55 AM

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No i don't mind at all , thats why we look at this forum to share and get ideas , need to come up with latch for the lid. 70 mph it stands straight up! you getting this hot weather in cambridge too!!

we sure are, anything left of that barn... (my brother is in port elgin, and coming this way next weekend (hint hint)

CdM 07-14-2012 01:24 AM

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Such a straight and beautiful truck 198plus!!

on the k10 I Installed the front clip, radiator and wired the 327, Timed.. flushed the oil and radiator. Installed new plugs,termo. Cleaned oil pan after flushing and pump screen... a lot of sludge.. might have to do that again in the next few weeks. wired gauges. few more hours and she is road worthy..
Noticed she had a high hump.. which i need for my 66 8) made my day.

MikeS. 07-14-2012 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by cb1965 (Post 5482949)
Finally removed the crossmember, cleaned up the frame and painted it. :metal: MAN!! i was sweting crazy, HOT day :devil: :devil:

What? It hit 85?:lol:

Said by the guy from Fresno...More importantly Fresno State vs SJ State. Old school, ya know

MikeS. 07-14-2012 01:50 AM

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Changed oil and air filter in the 283. Greased all the zirks.

C-10cutty 07-14-2012 06:35 AM

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sweet truck...did you shave the front tire?

Yes, did one. Wanting to find the extent of the white rubber on the sidewall of a skinny WW.

jbgroby 07-14-2012 08:45 AM

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No i don't mind at all , thats why we look at this forum to share and get ideas , need to come up with latch for the lid. 70 mph it stands straight up! you getting this hot weather in cambridge too!!

Since it has the "really Old School Look" why may an antique style lock for show and use a modern lock when out and about.

Such as this?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1850s-Origin...item2c66c7a4d1

Jake

CRGRS 66 07-14-2012 09:07 AM

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Since it has the "really Old School Look" why may an antique style lock for show and use a modern lock when out and about.

Such as this?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1850s-Origin...item2c66c7a4d1

Jake

Cool, Marty there is an antique shop on 8, on the way to sauble on the right hand side, a little more than half way to sauble from hepworth... maybe they have something cool there

goirish78 07-14-2012 11:44 AM

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I swapped out my old cracked valve cover for a nice new dress up chrome one!! Looks pretty. Question for u guys tho: I have 3 holes in the new valve cover. My new breather cap is in the front one just like it was. The hose is going in the back one just like it was. Below the front hole tho, on the driver side of the valve cover is another same size hole. I have nothing to put in it. Is it a oil filler hole maybe? If so what do I put in it while it's running? I'm assuming it has to be plugged. HELP??!!!!!

It's a 230 Chevy L6. 63 Chevy c10 short/step. Thanx men:metal:

VIC OUT
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Cody63 07-14-2012 02:01 PM

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Lowered my '63 with a 5/4 drop.

Ended up having to cut the front spring by one full coil to get it to level out.

Looks sick now. So excited.


Hopefully this weekend I'll get my front sway bar on.

chevy_man5 07-14-2012 03:01 PM

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We adjusted the brakes out, then took her for a drive around the neighborhood, and she stops now!!

Then we pulled off both diff covers to verify if when a P.O. swapped out the rear axle, they matched the front. From what I can tell they are the same, but I have to find some info to make sure.

MARTYZ 07-14-2012 05:05 PM

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Cool, Marty there is an antique shop on 8, on the way to sauble on the right hand side, a little more than half way to sauble from hepworth... maybe they have something cool there

Yes I know the place , only 10 minutes from home I will check it out, going to go rumagew through the barn again may find something there. If your ever up thos way send me a pm and we can meet up. They have a real good cruise night at thd beach on Tuesday nights, 100 plus cars in July and Aug. Sandfest show in August is a good one too over 400 last year. I'll do the same if I get down Cambridge way
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cb1965 07-14-2012 05:52 PM

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What? It hit 85?:lol:

Well, maybe not too hot :lol: but hot enough to be working under the direct sun doing somewhat heavy work.

tincan1966 07-14-2012 06:06 PM

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Just made the credit card scream and ordered 16 pieces of sheet metal for the body repairs. So....if anybody needs me over the next two weeks- look for the welding glow.....

gimmy 64 07-14-2012 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by goirish78 (Post 5485549)
I swapped out my old cracked valve cover for a nice new dress up chrome one!! Looks pretty. Question for u guys tho: I have 3 holes in the new valve cover. My new breather cap is in the front one just like it was. The hose is going in the back one just like it was. Below the front hole tho, on the driver side of the valve cover is another same size hole. I have nothing to put in it. Is it a oil filler hole maybe? If so what do I put in it while it's running? I'm assuming it has to be plugged. HELP??!!!!!

It's a 230 Chevy L6. 63 Chevy c10 short/step. Thanx men:metal:

VIC OUT
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thats for smog pump hook up just buy a breather with rubber gromet and plug it in


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