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Kabwe 05-29-2013 12:33 PM

Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window
 
Dan, are you going to drive it to the Brothers Truck Show?

Dan in Pasadena 05-29-2013 03:33 PM

Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window
 
Meh....I don't know. She's pretty rough. Doesn't really belong out there with all those Maxim models, ha ha.

Kabwe 05-29-2013 03:42 PM

Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window
 
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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena (Post 6096678)
Meh....I don't know. She's pretty rough. Doesn't really belong out there with all those Maxim models, ha ha.

Man who cares. I've seen many people drive car that are under construction. Actually some of those are the coolest ones to talk to a person about. Yeah someone always has to say something, but people always got something to say anyway. But you know how I feel about negative people who open their big mouth. They can kiss you know what. Drive your truck and enjoy it buddy. That's what its all about. Personally I would love to see it in person.

Its a classic chevy truck so it belongs.

JR25 05-29-2013 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe (Post 6096687)
Man who cares. I've seen many people drive car that are under construction. Actually some of those are the coolest ones to talk to a person about. Yeah someone always has to say something, but people always got something to say anyway. But you know how I feel about negative people who open their big mouth. They can kiss you know what. Drive your truck and enjoy it buddy. That's what its all about. Personally I would love to see it in person.

Its a classic chevy truck so it belongs.

Right on! I always love the positive attitude you have Kawbe! Danno..... I agree, there are a lot of guys like me who would love to be able to just drive theirs around the block, you have nothing to be ashamed about. Chances are, if someone had something to say.... Either they dont even own a classic, or they didnt do any of the work on the classic that they do have!!!,
DRIVE IT MAN!!!
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Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 12:11 AM

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Thanks JR, Bam,

I'm not ashamed or embarrassed of my truck. I own an old truck because I love old trucks in all the ways they come from show stopper to grungy. I get a grin driving her around.

It's just that it's not "under construction" or "a build" per se. It's a refurbishment (I guess) so the frame is still 60 year old dirty - it will NOT stay that way, but you know what I mean? If it were a "build" it'd show a clean, smooth gloss or semi black frame through the unfinished bed floor, etc. I'll be at the show and I'll WANT to drive her - though it would be the longest drive she's made so far. About 80 miles round trip from Pasadena to "Anaheim" - nearly Corona out there.

Should we wear a label with our board names on it? I don't any of you guys by sight.

Kim57 05-30-2013 12:55 AM

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I think it would be great if you drove it out there. I would like to see it also.
Kim

Kabwe 05-30-2013 02:33 AM

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Dan when I said under construction I was not talking about your truck.lol I mean really under construction. I seen guys trailer their projects to show. No engine or trans some sometimes only in bare metal displaying the work or the work that needs to be done.

Man you are light years ahead of a lot of us you can drive your truck. Enjoy it and drive it.

Its nice to see that JR25 and Kim agree. Drive the wheels off that thing.lol

Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Kim57 (Post 6097842)
I think it would be great if you drove it out there. I would like to see it also.
Kim

Ahhhhh...the PRESSURE!:lol::lol:

Ok, I won't promise but I'll try. Now I've gotta go home and do a few things I've been procrastinating on...you slave drivers!

dubie 05-30-2013 11:13 AM

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atta boy!!! Don't ever feel that your truck isn't good enough for a show Dan. You've done a lot of work on it, you drive it daily and should be proud to show it off. REAL cars guys will appreciate your efforts and will pick up on the pride you share in it.

Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dubie (Post 6098308)
atta boy!!! Don't ever feel that your truck isn't good enough for a show Dan. You've done a lot of work on it, you drive it daily...

Actually I only drive it on weekend Home Depot runs but it's close to where it could be daily driven. Compared to what it was when I bought it I'm REALLY proud of that.

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Originally Posted by dubie (Post 6098308)
... REAL cars guys will appreciate your efforts...

I hope so... uneven, spotty rattle can paint and all! Lol.
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Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 01:42 PM

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Ok, so here are the few things I'd liek to get done on the truck before the show:

Finish the interior speaker hole repairs, sand/prime/paint door interiors, install door weatherstripping, install 3 pt. seat belts, R&R seat for temporary recover, install Lokar floor shifter and new tranny cover.

Not that anyone will notice the difference but it sets goals for me.

G&R's57GMC 05-30-2013 04:17 PM

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A'ta boy Dan, you've got goals ! Now getter done. :)

I know you can do it just don't get side tracked with some more bling. :)

JR25 05-30-2013 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena (Post 6098545)
Ok, so here are the few things I'd liek to get done on the truck before the show:

Finish the interior speaker hole repairs, sand/prime/paint door interiors, install door weatherstripping, install 3 pt. seat belts, R&R seat for temporary recover, install Lokar floor shifter and new tranny cover.

Not that anyone will notice the difference but it sets goals for me.

Write in black sharpie on the sheet metal next to the items that you listed above with a box for a check mark! Everyone will know your intentions, and when you're done...... rattle can right over your check list!!! LOL!

If I was on the west coast, I would bring a cooler over and ride with you! Sounds like you are comitted now!!! ;)

Daze57 05-30-2013 04:45 PM

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dan DRIVE IT - ENJOY IT AND IF PPL DONT LIKE IT - THEY DONT HAVE TO LOOK !!!!!

Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 06:41 PM

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Oh I do, and I agree.

It's just that shows are full of guys that know exactly what these truck CAN be made to look like.

I'm sure I'll enjoy the show. I'll be walking around so if someone says something I wouldn't like about my truck I won't hear it anyway! lol

Indian113 05-30-2013 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena (Post 6098990)
Oh I do, and I agree.

It's just that shows are full of guys that know exactly what these truck CAN be made to look like.

I'm sure I'll enjoy the show. I'll be walking around so if someone says something I wouldn't like about my truck I won't hear it anyway! lol

Dan, I do the same thing at shows! I'm so busy looking at other peoples vehicles I don't have time to sit at my truck and LOOK STUPID :lol:

Rude Dude 05-30-2013 07:55 PM

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Dan go have a good time at our age who cares what anyone thinks. I say if you can drive it thats what counts! I see kids with rusty rat rods true Americana and I think thats cool they are enjoying a hobby, and they ain't blowing people up at marathons.

fabguy 05-30-2013 10:10 PM

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not too thread steal, but when is the Brothers show?

Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 10:40 PM

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Sunday, July 8th.

Google, you oughta try it! lol.

fabguy 05-30-2013 10:43 PM

Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window
 
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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena (Post 6099441)
Sunday, July 8th.

Google, you oughta try it! lol.

thanks, yeah your right. lol

Dan in Pasadena 05-30-2013 11:09 PM

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Just being an A-hole and busting your balls, sorry.

Guess I default to my "strengths" huh? ha ha. Do you think you will be there?

Kabwe 05-30-2013 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena (Post 6099520)
Just being an A-hole and busting your balls, sorry.

Guess I default to my "strengths" huh? ha ha. Do you think you will be there?

See Dan thats what you get for being a A-hole. Your google must be broke the show is June 30th this year, July 8 was last year.lol
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Russell Ashley 05-31-2013 08:57 AM

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Dan, drive it man. You might be surprised at how many people walk past the show trucks to look at yours. There are a lot more people who can identify with a daily driver than a $100K show truck.

dubie 05-31-2013 09:02 AM

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Hell, I'm thinking of loading my truck on the trailer and taking it to a show in 2 weeks, and its not even running yet. It's all about getting there and talking with other car guys and ladies.
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mknittle 05-31-2013 09:19 AM

Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window
 
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Originally Posted by Kabwe (Post 6096687)
Man who cares. I've seen many people drive car that are under construction. Actually some of those are the coolest ones to talk to a person about. Yeah someone always has to say something, but people always got something to say anyway. But you know how I feel about negative people who open their big mouth. They can kiss you know what. Drive your truck and enjoy it buddy. That's what its all about. Personally I would love to see it in person.

Its a classic chevy truck so it belongs.

I feel the same way. There have been a few around here that show up at events that are "under construction" I always book forward to seeing progress. And like Bam said "Actually some of those are the coolest ones to talk to a person about".


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