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yes, i started a project build under the title LIL erv the 50.

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Too hot to do any real work here so I installed the "Rouse Cool Air car ventilators" that I bought about thirty years ago and never used. Quoting from the box here, "Ventilates your car winter and summer. Eliminates drafts and circulates the air. Protects your eyes from dust when completely opened, directing the flow of fresh air downward, also gives you protection from cigarette ashes and burns". Now I'm wondering if I really needed the Vintage Air setup, LOL.

I also got my portawalls installed a few days back. I would have preferred 2 1/2 inch wide, but only came in 3 inch for 15 inch wheels.

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Looking good!

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Cut the cancer out of the door bottom. Welded in a new piece.

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About a week ago I started fitting the new seats in, its been raining every since, so maybe next week it will stop .

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Paint for final blocking. Wish I would have taken in easier on the bumpers and tailgate when it was my work truck!

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Installing remote power locks and security system.

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Picked up a 700r4 to go with the cop car motor. It has less than 50,000 miles on it and has a shift kit and corvette servo.

I'm also really close to having the cab pulled. One man show so it gets slow sometimes as far as progress goes.
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I started welding all the rust repair panels in on my cab !!!:metal:

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Cleaned and primed all the misc. hood metal. Wire wheeled what felt like a thousand bolts for bed, front clip and doors.

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Got the gauges out:
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And started angle grinding all 7 passenger side bolts on the horribly repaired grill:
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:lol:there are some fun spots to get into on these trucks.

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Had the tool and die end of shop make me a new shift knob to-day.

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v v nice!!!!

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Sweet!

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I just worked on my top coil-over mount cross member.

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Started fabricating my center AC louver.

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Ok people, here is my project. I was holding back on posting pics because i am not as far along as some of you, but most of your postings are motivating and encouraging. My dad and i have been working on my 48 for about a month now, so i hope to post some nice pics soon.

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some more pics

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i guess it would help if i attached the pics....

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and more pics...working on it...

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and now for some positive pics... body work ...

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ok, ill stop after these....
picked up the bed off Craigslist for $150.00
picked up the 73 Camaro front clip from Craigslist for $160.00
picked up the wire harness from Craigslist for $120.00
I picked up a LT1 w/ a 700R trans from Craigslist for 600.00
My dad is doing the body work in Laredo, TX. and I am working on the chassis at my house in Houston, TX. This is the first time I take on a project like this, it is exciting but intimidating. If anyone sees anything that i am doing wrong or that i could do different, PLEASE feel free to say something..
I intend to buy a rear end (suggestion??) by next week and decided to go with a CCP leaf spring kit (cheaper)
People, i could use some encouragement, keep in mind its only been a month....

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Flew 600 miles to see my truck at the weekend (and to attend a rod run up there). We planned that the final bits on the truck would be done, but it didnt turn out like that, so instead of a road trip to bring it home, I flew home & will fly back up again in a few weeks time, when its all done and legal.

Early on in the build, we decided to replace the in-cab gas tank so we could get the seat back further, but looking at the design of the seat frame, I couldnt figure how we would gain much room at all.

I would prefer a bench seat if I could, so from your experiences, is the best option a middle/rear seat from a people carrier? We dont have the same selecton of US vehicles, but our roads are infested with Japanese Vans and people carriers which may be suitable in the truck.

Or I could fit up a pair of leather BMW bucket seats, but then I would have to make a console & it may not suit my 60s build style.

Any advice would be appreciated.

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I got some of the fuel system plumbing done on my new motor. Mocked up my alternator bracket and ran the oil system for a bit to keep things 'wet'.
Enjoy the pics!

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Just received my new 3" drop spindles today.

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^^ wow!! Thats sharp - great job!

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I looked at it.

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Cleaned and polished up the wheel trim rings, dug out the ac unit to get the hoses done so I can install it. Also finished up a wrought iron bench resto for my wife.

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Had to do some mods to the fenders so they'd clear the tires due to the wide rear suspension. Finally got one of the box sides on. I have to widen the box 2 1/2". Installed the steering column (C6 tilt/telescopic/paddles).

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^^ your truck is going to be sharp!

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did the overhead welding on the risers for my upper coil-over mounts. I also got the upper and lower shock hangers tacked in place.:metal:

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Went to the ac line place. Came home and rethought what I was trying to do. Came up with a simpler solution after realizing I can just unbolt the inner fender if I ever need to pull the front clip.

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honestly I have done NOTHING the last cpl days - two hottest days of the year and we are in a drought, so I'm layin up like a old dog on a hot day!

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Painted my motor mounts and cut the bottom of the door off, by then it was 93 outside. Closed the garage door and made some COLD ice tea.

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finally bolted my seat down,,

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Half Way Done With Installing The Wiring In My 50 Chevy Truck.
Lots Of Fun Especially When Your Trying To Hide It All

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... made sure it was still in the garage.. 108 today here in W. KY, yea, W. KY. Wassup with that? :waah:

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posted parts on craig's list.

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Brought the truck back to my shop, unloaded it, and went inside to dry off. 106 degrees here today!!