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Thanks to all who've looked through this thread and replied. It's been a VERY slow build, lots of roadblocks, project from he!!, but it's getting done the way I wanted--everything stock. Just as though it was sitting on the showroom floor in '72. And yes, Joel has an eye for detail and amazing talent. I knew this from the start since he did the restoration on my Camaro. If everything goes as planned, we'll show the truck at the Super Chevy Show in Memphis in April. It's no big block or short wheel base bed, and doesn't have all the fancy wheels or chrome, but it's what my Grandmother bought new in '72, and left to me, that counts. Even after all the problems, I'm glad I decided to restore it. Thanks guys, Casey

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Looking awesome!

Steve
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I'm looking forward to seing it complete!

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Awesome truck!
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Here's the latest pictures of the restoration. (Check out that back bumper and headliner.) I'm excited!
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love that paint color

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AWESOME pics I like it.

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Got some more pics today from Joel of Custom Paint and Body in Oakland, Tennessee. The front cap will be going on soon...can't wait!
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More pics
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man that paint is beautiful

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It's like back to the future, seeing my truck (colors) getting painted. :uhmk: Looks awesome! :metal:

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And that makes it a very unusual restoration, and a very compelling reason to go that route. Very nice job, Casey.

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Beautiful truck! Beautiful paint! I will be watching this one for sure!
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Spectacular!!!
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Any updates/pics? :chevy:

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Sweet!!!!!!! the truck is looking great.Keep on truckin'' :cool: :metal:

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Thanks, guys. This truck has really tested my patience, but it looks like the end is very near. The front cap goes on this week and I'll get some pictures as soon as it's on.

I just wonder how this would stand up in the truck of the month if we decided to enter it? Can one of the moderators instruct me how to enter?

Even with all the headaches, I'm so glad I decided to restore this truck. I know my Grandmother in heaven is watching (and maybe wondering, "Why in the heck did he do all that to that old truck :) )

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Here's the latest pictures of the restoration. Not bad for an old farm truck! The project has surely lightened my pockets up :D
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nice :metal:

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Very nice! Love the colors- keep the pics coming (the only thing about this project that's free!)

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A few more pics from today....
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Now I'm really getting excited--maybe my truck will be back home in about 2 weeks. Keeping my fingers crossed. Here's the latest pic with the bumper on it:

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Nice!!!!Keep on Truckin'' :cool: :metal:

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Here's the latest pics...just about there!
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Wow that looks awesome! Keep the pics coming!
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Holy moly!!!! That's nice.
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Thanks, Jeff and Lee. This truck is so "original" I even had the A/C system rebuilt with R12 refrigerant, by Classic Auto Air in Tampa, FL. Those 14 oz. cans of R12 are getting very hard to find...and expensive. I could have went with R134, but like I said, I wanted an original all the way with this restoration.

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Is that an original steering wheel or aftermarket? I need to get one for mine too.

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This truck is turning out awesome! I actually love the fact that it's a LWB, the color combo and the trim just looks perfect as a LWB. I bet you can't wait to start driving it.

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Jeff - That's an aftermarket steering wheel. I still have the original, but, not to my liking. I'd love to find an original in mint condition (wouldn't we all?)

I plan not to drive this truck at all except for local shows only. Too much money at stake!

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You may want to run it once in a while when not being driven.

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Cool thanks looks very nice. Prob gonna get one for mine too. Again very nice truck!

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Looking good on the build,keep on truckin'' :cool: :metal:

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She's finally home! Now to figure a way to get her out of the trailer :D
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Looks good! Also looks like you're missing the trim above the tailgate handle. :mm:

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That's one to be proud of.......I'm sure you're glad to have it home.

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I have that piece in my garage somewhere, pretty pitted but the studs are still intact..

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Are there any new pictures of this beautifully restored truck?