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99.99% Done
Haven't really been back since being punted in this spring/summer, but I figure I owe everyone who helped with ideas and info before that on this multiyear project at least a photo...
If I can remember where it was I'll update the build thread with some completion photos as well. I have the 16.5s w/ NOS caps (ouch) but they're locked in a vault while I drive around with these later-model wheels. The mirror are chrome to "de bulk" the cab, and the camper lights are period items, not stock. Otherwise I held very close to the stock look. It's all the original color, motor, interior, etc. It's in my favorite local "old USMC guys fix old cars" shop for the last things I can't do (charge the AC, align the front end, etc).
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11-04-2015, 03:46 PM
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Re: 99.99% Done
Looks great. You should be very proud.
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11-04-2015, 03:48 PM
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Beautiful!
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11-04-2015, 03:54 PM
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Re: 99.99% Done
I have enjoyed your in-progress post on this project. Your attention to detail is taking the restoration and knowledge on these trucks to another level of appreciation. Looks beautiful.
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11-04-2015, 05:25 PM
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Beautiful Job! The truck looks fantastic.
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11-04-2015, 05:45 PM
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Looks Great !!
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11-04-2015, 05:57 PM
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Nice job!
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11-04-2015, 06:12 PM
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Truck is looking great!!!!
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11-04-2015, 06:17 PM
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And one thing you can't see is that the cargo light is also a super-bright LED third brake light, but only on braking (you can't see a hint of red when off, being an LED). Cargo lamp still works too, it's all packed into the oem housing. Thanks for the kind words!
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11-04-2015, 06:29 PM
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11-04-2015, 07:04 PM
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You have a awesome truck I've watched every tidbit you ever posted about it and you should be proud of it.
All around its a great truck glad too see your at the end of the build.now enjoy it.
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11-04-2015, 07:09 PM
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What color/brand did you go with for paint?
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11-05-2015, 01:44 AM
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Looks great!!
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11-05-2015, 01:55 AM
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Gorgeous, Dave! Welcome back. Missed you here.
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11-05-2015, 06:30 AM
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I like every nit pickin' thing about that truck. I wish the original owner could see it. This is the Big Boy GMC pickup. Chroming the west coasts, the Yankee clearance lamps, and dual pipes out the back are all additions that enhance what it is and would have been classy additions in 1969
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11-05-2015, 07:10 AM
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Sweeeet 4-Eyed Truck Sir!!!!!
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11-05-2015, 07:58 AM
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Re: 99.99% Done
 Damn, that's a beautiful truck!!! What color blue is that?
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When I first started this I felt I was "settling" because it wasn't a 1/2-ton shortbox. Like Jesse before me my original intent was to shorten it, but I just couldn't bring myself to modify it. It was too nice and original. So now, the irony is, my favorite thing about the truck is that it's a TRUCK, ie: 3/4-ton and 1-ton chassis, extended bed, big ass mirrors and lights, all of that. Did they make a K3500 Custom Camper (Longhorn?) That's about the only thing it's not!
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11-07-2015, 03:03 PM
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11-07-2015, 07:30 PM
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Looks great Dave! You did a excellent job on it. The mirror's really look awesome! Glad you went with those.
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11-05-2015, 09:17 AM
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Re: 99.99% Done
I've been watching your build too. It's a beauty for sure. I'm glad you're back, missed ya. I also love your Pontiac too.
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11-05-2015, 03:30 PM
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Looks great Dave
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