Idea's on stuff to mill or turn - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mekdad · 11-14-2008, 05:28 PM

I have not been posting much lately,but that is going to change starting Monday.I have at my shop 4 CNC mills and 2 CNC lathes.Starting Monday,we will be making parts for 67-72 Chevy trucks.First thing is going to be tail light bezels that fit factory lenses.Next is going to be Cheyenne,Super,and the 8-350 emblems.Next will be a new bracket to mount the 1967 rear view mirror,shorter and more out of the way so you can see past it. Now for the fun part, does any body have any thing else they would like to see made.Keep in mind that we are NOT a fab shop that does bending and forming,we ONLY do mill and lathe work.ALL parts will be as machined,right out of the machine, no finish or polishing on them.That way you can finish them how you want them,and it keeps the price way down.

grancuda · 11-14-2008, 05:38 PM

How about 3 on the tree shifters that are shorter so when you use a Grant wheel or something of that nature the shifter doesn't stick out past the steering wheel.

mekdad · 11-14-2008, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by grancuda

How about 3 on the tree shifters that are shorter so when you use a Grant wheel or something of that nature the shifter doesn't stick out past the steering wheel.

I would have to see one,if you could get a cad drawing or send one to get measurements off of I am sure I could make one.

fleetimus · 11-14-2008, 06:10 PM

Trans gear indicator. The plastic ones on 67-68 are not available.

mekdad · 11-14-2008, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by fleetimus

Trans gear indicator. The plastic ones on 67-68 are not available.

Again I would have to see one to get specs.I can mill and turn all plastics and metals.

big_al_71 · 11-14-2008, 07:03 PM

How about center Caps for wheels. As I have noticed that alot of wheel companies are real hard to get extra center caps from them. They are always on B/O.

Brad · 11-14-2008, 07:28 PM

I think I'd be interested in a shorter gear selector for my column auto shifter also. I've got the 14" Grant wheel and the shifter sticks out waaaay too far. Also, I'd be interested in that 67 mirror bracket! Can you post any prelim pics of that just to give us an idea of what you're making?

mekdad · 11-14-2008, 07:36 PM

As soon as I get it drawn up.I hope Monday I can get to it.

FDEddie · 11-14-2008, 10:10 PM

If you're gonna set up to do the "8-350" badges, why not do some customs....8-383 etc. Or even some for the LSX swappers: 8-5.3L, 8-6.0L......

I'll take a 6.0L when you finish them

68C15 · 11-14-2008, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FDEddie

If you're gonna set up to do the "8-350" badges, why not do some customs....8-383 etc. Or even some for the LSX swappers: 8-5.3L, 8-6.0L......

I'll take a 6.0L when you finish them

or how about something with "472" in old style script inside of a caddy wreath for my stepper's fenders?

mekdad · 11-15-2008, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by FDEddie

If you're gonna set up to do the "8-350" badges, why not do some customs....8-383 etc. Or even some for the LSX swappers: 8-5.3L, 8-6.0L......

I'll take a 6.0L when you finish them

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Originally Posted by GOPAPA

How about some 402 CID badges ?

I am going to do a few different ones for 383,5.3,6.0,and even a 4.3 for those that have them.

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Originally Posted by 68C15

or how about something with "472" in old style script inside of a caddy wreath for my stepper's fenders?

That is a good idea I can see what I can do, some thing like that is going to cost a little more.

I am going to try to keep prices down as much as posable.I think most of the emblems are going to be around $35.00 for the pair with hardware and shipping.

**Hart_Rod** · 11-16-2008, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mekdad

I am going to do a few different ones for 383,5.3,6.0,and even a 4.3 for those that have them.

That is a good idea I can see what I can do, some thing like that is going to cost a little more.

I am going to try to keep prices down as much as posable.I think most of the emblems are going to be around $35.00 for the pair with hardware and shipping.

SWEEEEETTTT!!!!!!

Can't wait to see them.....

mekdad · 11-17-2008, 01:18 PM

I think we need an update on progress.I have been doing the drawing and tool path on these while my other guy is working on the tail light lenses.Things should be going to the mill this after noon.

69ROTROD · 11-19-2008, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by mekdad

I am going to do a few different ones for 383,5.3,6.0,and even a 4.3 for those that have them.

That is a good idea I can see what I can do, some thing like that is going to cost a little more.

I am going to try to keep prices down as much as posable.I think most of the emblems are going to be around $35.00 for the pair with hardware and shipping.

Could you make some for my truck that just say POS?

mrein3 · 11-15-2008, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by FDEddie

If you're gonna set up to do the "8-350" badges, why not do some customs....8-383 etc. Or even some for the LSX swappers: 8-5.3L, 8-6.0L......

I'll take a 6.0L when you finish them

I was going to suggest 8-383 badges too. A lot of us run 383's.

jwn1975 · 11-15-2008, 01:55 PM

Is there any way to do a gague bezel with the factory holes cut out and the edge rounded? Just flat actoss the back. Or a bezel of the factory size with custom sized holes for diff. gagues and a glove box door?

TP from Cntl PA · 11-15-2008, 02:56 PM

I always wanted to buy 6-250 emblems for mine? Was going to actually machine them myself when I was working in the industry but came back to the farm and have no machines here. I also though a nice script that said "Fuel Injected" would be a neat emblem too.....

ShowSS12 · 11-15-2008, 10:40 PM

Can you make any kind of one off emblems? I have a couple of projects and need same machined parts. I was gonna use eMachine shop but they are very expensive.

**GOPAPA** · 11-14-2008, 10:32 PM

How about some 402 CID badges ?

Fastfun · 11-14-2008, 11:15 PM

I will be interested in the tail light bezels.

**Chevy4Life** · 11-14-2008, 11:26 PM

67 wiper and choke knobs

PanelDeland · 11-14-2008, 11:42 PM

How about some kind of hubcap mount to bolt to the original 3 holes on the rally wheels.That way someone could run dog dish or baby moon caps on rally's.I don't know what they would look like or even if milling/lathing them is the way to go.

mekdad · 11-15-2008, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

How about some kind of hubcap mount to bolt to the original 3 holes on the rally wheels.That way someone could run dog dish or baby moon caps on rally's.I don't know what they would look like or even if milling/lathing them is the way to go.

Cool idea I'll see if I can find a rally wheel or two and a hubcap.Are those the three pear shaped studs you are talking about?do you have a pic?

PanelDeland · 11-15-2008, 01:46 AM

I don't have a pic but I think you have the idea.You would need a hubcap to use for a template but if you used a factory one the size should work with several different caps,giving one more option for wheels.I suggested this because I like the Rally's but don't relly want to run 4X4 style centers.

VA72C10 · 11-15-2008, 04:11 AM

Good to hear from you. Looking forward to the taillight bezels and see what you come up with. Any discount for being the one that came up w/ the idea?

11-14-2008, 05:28 PM	#1
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I have not been posting much lately,but that is going to change starting Monday.I have at my shop 4 CNC mills and 2 CNC lathes.Starting Monday,we will be making parts for 67-72 Chevy trucks.First thing is going to be tail light bezels that fit factory lenses.Next is going to be Cheyenne,Super,and the 8-350 emblems.Next will be a new bracket to mount the 1967 rear view mirror,shorter and more out of the way so you can see past it. Now for the fun part, does any body have any thing else they would like to see made.Keep in mind that we are NOT a fab shop that does bending and forming,we ONLY do mill and lathe work.ALL parts will be as machined,right out of the machine, no finish or polishing on them.That way you can finish them how you want them,and it keeps the price way down. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done! Last edited by mekdad; 11-14-2008 at 05:29 PM.

11-14-2008, 05:38 PM	#2
grancuda Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Central OK Posts: 396	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn How about 3 on the tree shifters that are shorter so when you use a Grant wheel or something of that nature the shifter doesn't stick out past the steering wheel.

11-14-2008, 06:10 PM	#4
fleetimus Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Auburn,Ca USA Posts: 369	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn Trans gear indicator. The plastic ones on 67-68 are not available. __________________ 68 Chevy l/b, 4 whl disc in the foothills of No Calif

11-14-2008, 07:03 PM	#6
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn How about center Caps for wheels. As I have noticed that alot of wheel companies are real hard to get extra center caps from them. They are always on B/O. __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-14-2008, 07:28 PM	#7
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I think I'd be interested in a shorter gear selector for my column auto shifter also. I've got the 14" Grant wheel and the shifter sticks out waaaay too far. Also, I'd be interested in that 67 mirror bracket! Can you post any prelim pics of that just to give us an idea of what you're making? __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

11-14-2008, 07:36 PM	#8
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn As soon as I get it drawn up.I hope Monday I can get to it. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

11-14-2008, 10:10 PM	#9
FDEddie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 21	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn If you're gonna set up to do the "8-350" badges, why not do some customs....8-383 etc. Or even some for the LSX swappers: 8-5.3L, 8-6.0L...... I'll take a 6.0L when you finish them

11-17-2008, 01:18 PM	#13
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I think we need an update on progress.I have been doing the drawing and tool path on these while my other guy is working on the tail light lenses.Things should be going to the mill this after noon. Attached Images __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

11-15-2008, 01:55 PM	#16
jwn1975 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Red Lodge Montana Posts: 240	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn Is there any way to do a gague bezel with the factory holes cut out and the edge rounded? Just flat actoss the back. Or a bezel of the factory size with custom sized holes for diff. gagues and a glove box door?

11-15-2008, 02:56 PM	#17
TP from Cntl PA Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Central PA....In the Berg of Nisbet Posts: 790	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I always wanted to buy 6-250 emblems for mine? Was going to actually machine them myself when I was working in the industry but came back to the farm and have no machines here. I also though a nice script that said "Fuel Injected" would be a neat emblem too..... __________________ '72 K-20 EFI'ed 250 Inline/4spd stake body, Farm Truck '71 C-20 Cummins Diesel Powered, In storage thanks to $5.00 diesel! '69 3500 GMC 305V-6/4spd, Still under reconstruction.......... Inlines Rule! 6 soldiers standing is better than 8 laying down!!!!!!!!

11-15-2008, 10:40 PM	#18
ShowSS12 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sugarland,Tejas Posts: 356	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn Can you make any kind of one off emblems? I have a couple of projects and need same machined parts. I was gonna use eMachine shop but they are very expensive. __________________ Adam M STX Designs Motorcycles \| Choppers \| Hotrods

11-14-2008, 10:32 PM	#19
GOPAPA Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,473	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn How about some 402 CID badges ? __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

11-14-2008, 11:15 PM	#20
Fastfun Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 615	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I will be interested in the tail light bezels.

11-14-2008, 11:26 PM	#21
Chevy4Life Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 750	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn 67 wiper and choke knobs

11-14-2008, 11:42 PM	#22
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn How about some kind of hubcap mount to bolt to the original 3 holes on the rally wheels.That way someone could run dog dish or baby moon caps on rally's.I don't know what they would look like or even if milling/lathing them is the way to go. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"



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11-15-2008, 01:46 AM	#24
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn I don't have a pic but I think you have the idea.You would need a hubcap to use for a template but if you used a factory one the size should work with several different caps,giving one more option for wheels.I suggested this because I like the Rally's but don't relly want to run 4X4 style centers. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-15-2008, 04:11 AM	#25
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Idea's on stuff to mill or turn Good to hear from you. Looking forward to the taillight bezels and see what you come up with. Any discount for being the one that came up w/ the idea? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

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