Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

been busy guys...

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

more...

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

and more........

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

seats and full interior are ordered/ on the way. i was able to find NOS brushed aluminum door panel inserts and trim pieces:D i'll keep updating as parts come in. i have ordered more than i can list;)

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

looks like christmas came early

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

more like late;) its been a long time coming

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

53-5682 (1977-94) Hazard Warning Button 1

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53-5681 (1977-94) Hazard Warning Knob 1

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22-017 (1973-91) Glove Box-Without Air Condit1

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67-132 (1973-84) Wiper Arm-Repo 2 $

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18-533 (1973-82 1st series) Door Latch-Left 1

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18-534 (1973-82 1st series) Door Latch-Right 1 $

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38-618 (1977-91) Hood Release Cable Assembly 1

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76-005B (1947-87) Tie Rod End Boots-Polyuretha4

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01-022 (1973-91) Windshield Weatherstrip - De1


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Description: Chevy Full Size Truck, Standard Cab '73-'80 Door Bottom Set With Cardboard, With Vents
Color: 1001-Black Ultra-Plush Pile -
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Item: 6820
Quantity: 1
Description: Chevy Full Size Truck, Standard Cab '73-'87 Headliner Board Original Style
Material: A1928-Black/Ebony Headliner Fabric
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Item: 7155
Quantity: 1
Description: Chevrolet Full Size Truck, Standard Cab '73-'87 Sun Visor Set Sun Visor Set
Material: A1928-Black/Ebony Headliner Fabric
Driver Mirror: No Mirror
Passenger Mirror: Lighted Mirror

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Item: 1834
Quantity: 1
Description: Chevrolet Full Size Truck, Standard Cab '75-'80 Floor Mats, Set of 2 - Front Only
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Logo: 212-Chevy Bowtie Outline Only -

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38-3489 EMBLEM-"SILVERADO" 1 REQ 1 In Stock
38-2436 DOOR SILL PLATE SET 1 In Stock
38-8081 DASH MOLDING-BRUSHED ALUMINUM 1 In Stock
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30-1811 TAILGATE BUMPER-LOWER 2 REQ 2 In Stock
36-0693 KEYLESS REMOTE KIT-2 DOOR 1 In Stock
38-6502 DOOR HANDLE INSIDE-LH 1 In Stock
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30-2350 GASKET-AIR DISTRIBUTOR DUCT 1 In Stock
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32-1910 HEATER DUCT HOSE 1 In Stock
38-7088 TAILGATE MOLDING KIT 1 REQ 1 In Stock
36-0754 POWER WINDOW SWITCH-LH 1 REQ 1 In Stock
36-0755 POWER WINDOW SWITCH A/R 1 In Stock
38-6568-Z POWER WINDOW MOTOR-LH 1 In Stock
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here's some stuff. also have a custom gaylords bed cover being made

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Awesome! Man, this truck is easily becoming one of my favorites.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

and forgot i have a custom seats and console from discountvan being made... C10 lowbacks;)

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

here's a few pics i just found... these were from over 20 years ago!!!;)

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looks like lots of pretty parts showed up....

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

You are wearing me out Dennis. I wish I had half the funds you are able to drop on this ride.

I love those old pics! Cool history. Body work looks like its moving right along too.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

The body work looks like great progress and man what a parts list. I love the old pics of the truck. You need to scan those a make a short vid of then through the finish of Silver.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Puttin the topper back on it Dennis?!?! :)

I'll call you this weekend.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looking good man, that's a lot new & NOS parts!!! Do you really like the 79 headlight bezels better than the 73-78 style??? I had a 79 prior to my 77 & really never liked the way the bezel goes down around the parking light. Just curious as you could have changed it since you were replacing it anyhow.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:lol: thanks guys!:D

:lol: i have a wanted to buy ad on CL right now! LOL

thanks buddy... as for the 79 bezels, within the 1st week my grandpa had her he put on the magus and dropped the rear a little. when he saw the 79's roll out the next year he ordered the 79 grille from GM so his would look like the new ones!:lol: and i imagine he liked the looks better too. thats how the trucks always looked buddy:) why go back now

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

I actually want one like that for my new 75 long bed...serious

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Lookin good , really like those old pics , I say keep the 79 bezels grandpa will be proud !

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Love the new parts stockpile man!

Those old pics are awesome. You should get them all framed up! That's some cool vehicle history not many people have!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

how much did this build cost you and about how long?

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

i wont answer the 1st one at this time. i started january 29th 2009. and thanks John

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

HAHA! Im sure a lot of us would rather forget how much money we have invested.:lol:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

hahahaha smart idea

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:)

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

So far it has cost him a wife! :D

On a serious note, being in almost the same place recently I feel for ya man. It was really hard on me and I didnt know if I was going to make it through it. I dont know your situation, but we are working our stuff out and things are getting better. If your interested I'll tell ya whats working for us if you guys want to work things out. Send me a PM if you want so I dont clutter up your thread.

One of the best pieces of advice I got was to try with 110% effort for 1 more year even thought we both thought we were done and there was nothing left worth saving. It has made a huge difference and though we are still seperated, divorce is no longer an option that either of us wants.

On the cost thing, I used to keep all recipts for parts and work done on my vehicles. I added them up one day and was sick to my stomach, so now they all go in the trash or shredder.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

I know how much I've spent already - it makes me sick & I'm not even close to done yet....

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Easy for me to say because I'm not the one writing the checks, but you just can't put a price on the sentimental value. Every penny spent will be worth it and then some! Keep at it man!!!!
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

You just can't go into these kinds of builds looking at it as an investment or something that you're gonna recoup your full investment from... You have to build it to what you want so that the money spent pays you back in happiness over the long haul & not build it to appease other people.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

The truck is really getting close now Dennis, you have made great progress. I have saved every picture from this build on my computer for reference. haha I had a couple questions though. For power steering, it looks like you capped off the one line, is that correct, and how did you do your ps lines? Also where do you get the stainless bolts that your using. Thanks

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Please dont tell me your selling your truck?

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant...445460901.html

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

That's not his

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

close man;) but heck no never

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Any updates Dennis? Sorry I couldn`t get back to you on the exhaust. Just bad timing.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Any Updates?

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

beds getting painted as i type actually;) already undercoated... just been slow going. i hurt my back really bad at work late june. i do have all the parts here stuffed in a bedroom to finish her though. waiting on the damn painter as usual

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Cant wait to see pics buddy! Keep at it.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Where you been, fool?

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Dennis,
i know what its like to get injured, i been out of work since april when i broke my heel and fractured my femur from falling off a roof ,I`m sure your truck will look awesome once done.

thanks
pat

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Sorry to hear you hurt your back. I have done it twice now. Two herniated discs the first time and a severe whiplash injury six years later that aggravated the first injury that I though was healed. I wish you the best in your recovery and with getting the bed back from the painter in a timely manner.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Dennis, the bed looks amazing!! Saw it on FB