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Good job Mark, I'm sure it is appreciated!

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Thanks Russ, we both enjoy what we do, I just wish I was a few years younger, I still do things, but he's faster. The QA1 shocks up front, made it easier for me to spend the money for the rears...Jim

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Re: My 50 roadster pickup build
 

Well, after about 3-1/2 hours of polishing my wheels and cleaning the tires, the old gal is looking better. I'm guessing it's been about 2 yrs, since they were last done. Anyhow here's a few pics...Jim

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Dang it Jim, That Truck is still Very Pretty! You and Mark have done a good job getting it back on the road and it's even in Better Shape.

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Wheels look great!

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I love the look of polished aluminum but man do they need the upkeep! nice job jim!

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Wow, the polishing made an amazing difference!

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Thanks Ray, can't wait till weather clears up so I can give it a good drive...Jim

Thanks guys, it's not that bad, with the cone & drill, but takes some time. Should be good for the rest of the year...Jim

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Jim, You truck is back to it's great look. Big CONGRATS!

Hey, if you don't mind telling: What polish are you using? Mother's or Meguire's? By hand or do you use one of those foam balls chucked into a drill? Mi ne haven't been re-polished in about 2 years and I have one of the foam balls but have never used it yet.

Thanks in advance, Dan

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Thanks Dan. I've used Mother's & Meguire's and also others. Today I used Busch products, they seem to work well. I think I got them at an NSRA event, not sure. I use the cone shape foam in the drill, it works great with my style wheel. It is easy to clean with Dawn dish soap. I also do part by hand, mainly the small lip near tire. Here's a couple pics...Jim

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Just a quick update about the rear QA1 shocks. Weather was great yesterday and today, so I was able to put more miles on the truck. I am so happy with how it rides now, a big difference, well worth the cost, as far as I'm concerned...Jim

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good advice, thanks!

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Looks good Jim....way to add the "Bling" back.

Marc

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Thanks Marc, what's the latest with you?...Jim

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I've been laying in the weeds getting work done on the Suburban chassis. As soon as I get the rest of the parts back I will show some progress pics. I like how the chassis is taking shape. My son and I had the 48 out last night. I drove it to his Lacrosse game.

Thanks
Marc

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Look forward to the pics. Glad you were with the son, and enjoying your beautiful ride...Jim

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Remember back in late March I talked about 52 interior door panels, well I started posting in the Detailing section today, here's the link if you want to take a look http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t8520200...Jim

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Nice job on the wheels!
Truck is looking superb!

Just read your doorpanel thread, Thanks for the tip!

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Thanks Kees, anytime...Jim

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Was asked about my fender horse, so I made a short post. This way I can show the link if more are interested http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=786978 ..Jim

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just read the doorpanel thread, great DIY start to finish.

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Thanks Russ...Jim

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Re: My 50 roadster pickup build
 

The older I get the less I'm willing to accept summertime with no AC!

Nice work, I'm sure it's much appreciated!