My Driver Restore Thread - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Draggn66 · 11-18-2006, 09:18 PM

Figured I should start one of these so I can put my pics in one place. I bought this truck to be my driver so it won't be a frame-off restore but more like a driving-restore! As I get something done I'll post before and after pics.

I was only going to install the VintageAir system in the truck but I kept thinking since I got it tore down this far.......well you can see what I mean.

Draggn66 · 11-18-2006, 09:19 PM

I always liked the 65 Impala Silver-blue so that's the color I chose to go with. Eventually the truck will be that color but for now just the interior. I'm going to satin black the outside as I get things done.

underdog8704 · 11-18-2006, 09:47 PM

looks like you have done a really nice job. keep us posted.

corn · 11-18-2006, 09:52 PM

Looks great! Cant wait to see more...

wibilly · 11-18-2006, 09:55 PM

whered ya get that tach with the bow tie. looks like you got it going on on the int. nice

krue · 11-18-2006, 10:08 PM

Gonna have to keep my eye on this one.

kyull67 · 01-13-2007, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by wibilly

whered ya get that tach with the bow tie. looks like you got it going on on the int. nice

Yes, tell us about that tach.

**Palf70Step** · 11-18-2006, 10:13 PM

Very nice!

**LockDoc** · 11-18-2006, 10:38 PM

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I see, a simple Vintage Air install.....

Us truck guys are all alike.

Anyway, it's lookin' good.

LockDoc

CPNEJR · 11-18-2006, 10:34 PM

that is cool

i really like that blue and the bowtie in the guage cluster

PanelDeland · 11-18-2006, 11:34 PM

Wanna come install Vintage Air in mine?
Looks like she got a complete makeover.

jimmydean · 11-18-2006, 11:42 PM

Man, I wish my driver was half that nice! I havn't driven my truck in 2 months, so I guess you can't call it a "driver"

Great looking color!

corn · 11-19-2006, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jimmydean

Man, I wish my driver was half that nice! I havn't driven my truck in 2 months, so I guess you can't call it a "driver"

Great looking color!

Dont feel bad, I call mine "Clutter"...

qksilver · 11-19-2006, 12:04 AM

Sweet

**Canadian694x4** · 11-19-2006, 04:10 AM

I think I just feel in love with that Blue your using....Looks Great!

49studebaker · 11-19-2006, 11:29 AM

I guess the upholstery is next? As nice as the rest of the interior looks, you're commited now! Can't wait until I get to that stage of my complete build up. Your pictures are an insperation to us that are attempting the same thing.

Draggn66 · 11-19-2006, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 49studebaker

I guess the upholstery is next? As nice as the rest of the interior looks, you're commited now! Can't wait until I get to that stage of my complete build up. Your pictures are an insperation to us that are attempting the same thing.

Ha! You're right! I had a cover made at http://www.ricksupholstery.com and they just sent me a pic of it before they shipped it. My wife is recovering the door panels to match the seat. Like I said this thing just snowballed.

Bishops Trucks · 01-14-2007, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Draggn66

Like I said this thing just snowballed.

It always seems to happen that way. You start to do one thing and realize you need to do this to match that and it just keeps going and going. Keep up the good work and I will be watching.

1LoC10 · 11-19-2006, 01:14 PM

looks great

Pl4yboy · 11-19-2006, 03:11 PM

I really like the glovebox and are those the qlogic kick panels or custom made ones? I really like them and would definitely pay for some.

Draggn66 · 11-20-2006, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Pl4yboy

I really like the glovebox and are those the qlogic kick panels or custom made ones? I really like them and would definitely pay for some.

I got the kick panels from classicparts.com The glovebox and ashtray inserts are actually woodgrain vinyl that I sprayed black with vinyl spray.

Draggn66 · 01-13-2007, 07:06 PM

Ok the interior if finished! (I think anyway) Now I get to start on the outside!

truckminded · 01-16-2007, 04:23 AM

VERRRYYYYYY NICE! Is that a grant steering wheel?Nicely done!!!

Draggn66 · 01-16-2007, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by truckminded

VERRRYYYYYY NICE! Is that a grant steering wheel?Nicely done!!!

I'm not sure the brand of steering wheel. It was in the truck when I bought it. Thanks for the props!

Imacarguytoo · 01-16-2007, 09:04 AM

Yep i would have to agree. The interior looks really Good. All the Illinois guys will have to meet up this summer.

11-18-2006, 09:18 PM	#1
Draggn66 Wrenchin & Sandin!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Joliet, IL. Posts: 523	My Driver Restore Thread Figured I should start one of these so I can put my pics in one place. I bought this truck to be my driver so it won't be a frame-off restore but more like a driving-restore! As I get something done I'll post before and after pics. I was only going to install the VintageAir system in the truck but I kept thinking since I got it tore down this far.......well you can see what I mean. Attached Images __________________ Randy Shorewood, IL. My Favorite eBay Searches My Driver Restore Thread 1971 C10 Longbed 2005 Silverado Shortbed 2005 FXDWG

11-18-2006, 09:19 PM	#2
Draggn66 Wrenchin & Sandin!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Joliet, IL. Posts: 523	Re: My Driver Restore Thread I always liked the 65 Impala Silver-blue so that's the color I chose to go with. Eventually the truck will be that color but for now just the interior. I'm going to satin black the outside as I get things done. Attached Images __________________ Randy Shorewood, IL. My Favorite eBay Searches My Driver Restore Thread 1971 C10 Longbed 2005 Silverado Shortbed 2005 FXDWG

11-18-2006, 09:47 PM	#3
underdog8704 NCStroker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: NC Posts: 89	Re: My Driver Restore Thread looks like you have done a really nice job. keep us posted. __________________ 1971 Chevy C/10-Built 383 Stroker

11-18-2006, 09:52 PM	#4
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Looks great! Cant wait to see more...

11-18-2006, 09:55 PM	#5
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: My Driver Restore Thread whered ya get that tach with the bow tie. looks like you got it going on on the int. nice __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

11-18-2006, 10:08 PM	#6
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Gonna have to keep my eye on this one. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-18-2006, 10:13 PM	#8
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Very nice! __________________ 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!

11-18-2006, 10:38 PM	#9
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,641	Re: My Driver Restore Thread - I see, a simple Vintage Air install..... Us truck guys are all alike. Anyway, it's lookin' good. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-18-2006, 10:34 PM	#10
CPNEJR Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Franconia,N.H. Posts: 1,029	Re: My Driver Restore Thread that is cool i really like that blue and the bowtie in the guage cluster __________________ (Only) Member of the CPNE Fan Club Aint that the truth 67 C-10 350 with 3-speed tranny and 308 gears swb step 82 Z28 Camaro 355 small block over 350 hp and a borg warner super t-10 (blown engine) 72 Chevy K20 Suburban (future project) 70 Chevy K20 now 68 GMC K2500 2003 Chevy 2500hd ccsb 4X4 (daily driver)

11-18-2006, 11:34 PM	#11
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Wanna come install Vintage Air in mine? Looks like she got a complete makeover. __________________ 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"

11-18-2006, 11:42 PM	#12
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Man, I wish my driver was half that nice! I havn't driven my truck in 2 months, so I guess you can't call it a "driver" Great looking color!

11-19-2006, 12:04 AM	#14
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Sweet

11-19-2006, 04:10 AM	#15
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,308	Re: My Driver Restore Thread I think I just feel in love with that Blue your using....Looks Great! __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 22 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada!- 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 3 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 17 Yrs- 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 8 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

11-19-2006, 11:29 AM	#16
49studebaker Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Victor, Montana Posts: 386	Re: My Driver Restore Thread I guess the upholstery is next? As nice as the rest of the interior looks, you're commited now! Can't wait until I get to that stage of my complete build up. Your pictures are an insperation to us that are attempting the same thing. __________________ 04 4x4 GMC Ext. Cab lifted 71 2wd GMC / Ramjet 350 ready for sheet metal 49 Studebaker pickup

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11-19-2006, 03:11 PM	#20
Pl4yboy Freeeeee Mason... Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: McAlester, Oklahoma Posts: 320	Re: My Driver Restore Thread I really like the glovebox and are those the qlogic kick panels or custom made ones? I really like them and would definitely pay for some.

01-13-2007, 07:06 PM	#22
Draggn66 Wrenchin & Sandin!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Joliet, IL. Posts: 523	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Ok the interior if finished! (I think anyway) Now I get to start on the outside! Attached Images __________________ Randy Shorewood, IL. My Favorite eBay Searches My Driver Restore Thread 1971 C10 Longbed 2005 Silverado Shortbed 2005 FXDWG Last edited by Draggn66; 01-13-2007 at 08:07 PM.

01-16-2007, 04:23 AM	#23
truckminded Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: sacramento Posts: 54	Re: My Driver Restore Thread VERRRYYYYYY NICE! Is that a grant steering wheel?Nicely done!!!

01-16-2007, 09:04 AM	#25
Imacarguytoo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 306	Re: My Driver Restore Thread Yep i would have to agree. The interior looks really Good. All the Illinois guys will have to meet up this summer.

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