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subtle71 · 05-12-2005, 09:05 PM

Back in late January/early February, the plan was to repaint the truck for this year's Hot Rod Power Tour. Well, it looks like I will be driving a different truck again this year. The good news is that I have a completely brand new bed (except the steps), new doors, one piece windows, new complete grille, bewood, carpet, and wheels and tires. Here is how she looks as of about an hour ago. Three weeks worth of work left on her.

Dean

Mongo · 05-12-2005, 09:13 PM

How does that saying go? Double your time and triple your costs.....

subtle71 · 05-12-2005, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mongo

How does that saying go? Double your time and triple your costs.....

Something like that! Everytime I look at it lately, I keep telling myself that it looked great before and now , quite frankly, it looks like a turd! Oh well, with any luck I should have it all re-assembled by the end of June.

Mississippi Members: Count me in for 1st Saturday Cruise night on July 2nd! Subtle71 should be there with new clothes, socks, and shoes dressed to kill!!

krue · 05-13-2005, 02:39 AM

Looks like a good start.

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Originally Posted by subtle71

Mississippi Members: Count me in for 1st Saturday Cruise night on July 2nd! Subtle71 should be there with new clothes, socks, and shoes dressed to kill!!

Where is this taking place?

subtle71 · 05-13-2005, 08:09 AM

Krue,

1st Saturday Cruise Night happens the 1st Saturday of each month in Byram, MS (South Jackson on I-55). It is at Exit 85. Take the north frontage road about 3/4 mile to the parking lot on your right for Flashback's, Portabello's, and a few other shops. It is a great time!! I have met some great folks there. Putter, Incoma, GMan69, and several guys that are not board members. PM me if you need better driving directions. We would love to see you there. It is about an hour drive for me, but well worth it.

Dean

**Palf70Step** · 05-12-2005, 09:52 PM

Hey Dean,
Your's sorta has the look of mine at the moment. Except for some reason I have white doors. They would probably look real good on your truck.

1STtimePRo'71 · 05-12-2005, 10:31 PM

Man I love those one piece windows. What markers are you using/amber or clear? Truck looks really nice keep us guys that are less than half done with our projects posted on your progress.

incoma · 05-12-2005, 10:43 PM

Dean - at the rate you're going - you'll have your together before I get mine back together...although I did get my chrome back yesterday.

05-12-2005, 09:05 PM	#1
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Progess takes longer than expected!! Back in late January/early February, the plan was to repaint the truck for this year's Hot Rod Power Tour. Well, it looks like I will be driving a different truck again this year. The good news is that I have a completely brand new bed (except the steps), new doors, one piece windows, new complete grille, bewood, carpet, and wheels and tires. Here is how she looks as of about an hour ago. Three weeks worth of work left on her. Dean Attached Images __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

05-12-2005, 09:13 PM	#2
Mongo YES_____NO Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: Somewhere in the vicinity of betelgeuse Posts: 7,351	How does that saying go? Double your time and triple your costs..... __________________ People many not remember what you said or what you did, but they will remember the way you made them feel. - unknown Cause, remember: no matter where you go... there you are. - Buckaroo Banzai 1984 Help support the board

05-13-2005, 08:09 AM	#5
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Krue, 1st Saturday Cruise Night happens the 1st Saturday of each month in Byram, MS (South Jackson on I-55). It is at Exit 85. Take the north frontage road about 3/4 mile to the parking lot on your right for Flashback's, Portabello's, and a few other shops. It is a great time!! I have met some great folks there. Putter, Incoma, GMan69, and several guys that are not board members. PM me if you need better driving directions. We would love to see you there. It is about an hour drive for me, but well worth it. Dean __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

05-12-2005, 09:52 PM	#6
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Hey Dean, Your's sorta has the look of mine at the moment. Except for some reason I have white doors. They would probably look real good on your truck. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-12-2005, 10:31 PM	#7
1STtimePRo'71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake Crystal, MN Posts: 656	Man I love those one piece windows. What markers are you using/amber or clear? Truck looks really nice keep us guys that are less than half done with our projects posted on your progress. __________________ -Cory 1967 2 Wheel Chevy

05-12-2005, 10:43 PM	#8
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Dean - at the rate you're going - you'll have your together before I get mine back together...although I did get my chrome back yesterday.

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