What did you do to your truck today part IV - Page 47 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Pitpig · 02-02-2021, 07:37 PM

Bolted bed together. Had to fiddle some as it’s a 7 footer. Long story

forestb · 02-02-2021, 08:08 PM

Was it easier doing it upside down?

forestb · 02-06-2021, 07:08 PM

I yanked out my kick penal speakers that I was vary happy with. The reason I had to do so was because I blocked off my vents the air pressure inside the cab when I shut my doors caused the bondo and paint in my roof to crack. Real bummer but I don’t want my paint cracking

**The Rocknrod** · 02-06-2021, 07:10 PM

Put my engine in by myself.

forestb · 02-06-2021, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

Put my engine in by myself.

oooo looks good

racecougar · 02-06-2021, 10:37 PM

Reinstalled the freshly painted core support and grill support, installed the VA condenser, trans cooler, associated lines, etc.

jbgroby · 02-08-2021, 12:11 PM

Treated the truck to a new console cupholder from www.cupholdersplus.com $165 w/Free Shipping

I also order 2 Rockford Fosgate 6.5" speakers to be installed on each side (comes pre-cut), I'll make up 2 quick disconnects incase I have to remove the console if needed.

vin63 · 02-08-2021, 12:47 PM

Nice, Jacob! Does it stay pretty stable on the trans hump (what keeps it from sliding around)?

jbgroby · 02-08-2021, 01:00 PM

The two 'wings' are bendable and fit the trans hump very well.

AcampoDave · 02-08-2021, 11:50 PM

Wow, nice interior JB

forestb · 02-09-2021, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbgroby

Treated the truck to a new console cupholder from www.cupholdersplus.com $165 w/Free Shipping

I also order 2 Rockford Fosgate 6.5" speakers to be installed on each side (comes pre-cut), I'll make up 2 quick disconnects incase I have to remove the console if needed.

Is that a high hump or a low hump? Also is it under the dash as far as it can go?

jbgroby · 02-09-2021, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forestb

Is that a high hump or a low hump? Also is it under the dash as far as it can go?

I believe I have the Hugh hump as it about 7-8" higher than the floor

jbgroby · 02-09-2021, 11:45 AM

got the first speaker in and mounted

jbgroby · 02-09-2021, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forestb

Is that a high hump or a low hump? Also is it under the dash as far as it can go?

You can push it back about another 2-4".

forestb · 02-09-2021, 02:53 PM

I really need a speaker location and I really need cup holders but I love having that open space.

jbgroby · 02-09-2021, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forestb

I really need a speaker location and I really need cup holders but I love having that open space.

I'm making the speakers wire leads with quick RCA disconnects so I can remove the box if needed

jbgroby · 02-09-2021, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AcampoDave

Wow, nice interior JB

Thank You.

Rob 61 apache · 02-10-2021, 09:26 PM

Finally got my rockers/doors on hopefully have engine running next week

**allchevy58** · 02-14-2021, 06:17 PM

Installed some tie downs in the bed, straps would rub the sideboards when I used the tie downs on the outside of bed.

racecougar · 02-14-2021, 09:33 PM

Making progress on the Vintage Air install. Pulled a vacuum on the system today to check for leaks prior to buttoning everything up. It held 29 inHg for hours.

Pick121 · 02-14-2021, 11:43 PM

Not super exciting, except to me! Finally did compression check, all 8 cylinders held at 150. Super happy about that, troubleshooting overheating and running rough/backfiring so glad to rule out compression. New spark plugs since the old ones out anyway. Passenger side rear plug had some oil on it but the compression was good so...
George still runs a little rough so tomorrow I will check timing.
Another thing I did was to finally track down a parasitic draw, thanks to instructions off YouTube I used a test lamp attached btwn battery Neg post and Neg cable, pulled fuses to see when the light goes out. Not a fuse, so started checking other inline fuses the PO had added. Finally tried the horn relay, that was it! Disconnected horn relay and light went out. Will check battery tomorrow morning, used to be if I kept battery connected overnight George woke up dead.
Also planning to switch out thermostat for the heck of it in case that was causing overheating.

**vetnat** · 02-15-2021, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pick121

Not super exciting, except to me! Finally did compression check, all 8 cylinders held at 150. Super happy about that, troubleshooting overheating and running rough/backfiring so glad to rule out compression. New spark plugs since the old ones out anyway. Passenger side rear plug had some oil on it but the compression was good so...
George still runs a little rough so tomorrow I will check timing.
Another thing I did was to finally track down a parasitic draw, thanks to instructions off YouTube I used a test lamp attached btwn battery Neg post and Neg cable, pulled fuses to see when the light goes out. Not a fuse, so started checking other inline fuses the PO had added. Finally tried the horn relay, that was it! Disconnected horn relay and light went out. Will check battery tomorrow morning, used to be if I kept battery connected overnight George woke up dead.
Also planning to switch out thermostat for the heck of it in case that was causing overheating.

So, to help me understand, you need a new horn relay? Interesting, wouldn't have thought about that as a source of draw.

Pick121 · 02-15-2021, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vetnat

So, to help me understand, you need a new horn relay? Interesting, wouldn't have thought about that as a source of draw.

Yes, probably drawing somewhere else like the horn button on steering wheel, I will have to track it down. all I know is when I unplugged the relay the light went out! Just happy to stop the draw

J Williams · 02-15-2021, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

Put my engine in by myself.

Looks pretty!

J Williams · 02-15-2021, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MT65

Finished wiring in the front turn signals/park lights, hard working on one leg, kinda broke a femur....

What a professional looking job! well done man

02-02-2021, 07:37 PM	#1151
Pitpig Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Bonner Springs, KS Posts: 56	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Bolted bed together. Had to fiddle some as it’s a 7 footer. Long story Attached Images

02-02-2021, 08:08 PM	#1152
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Was it easier doing it upside down?

02-06-2021, 07:08 PM	#1153
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV I yanked out my kick penal speakers that I was vary happy with. The reason I had to do so was because I blocked off my vents the air pressure inside the cab when I shut my doors caused the bondo and paint in my roof to crack. Real bummer but I don’t want my paint cracking

02-06-2021, 07:10 PM	#1154
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Put my engine in by myself. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

02-06-2021, 10:37 PM	#1156
racecougar Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 1,003	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Reinstalled the freshly painted core support and grill support, installed the VA condenser, trans cooler, associated lines, etc. Attached Images __________________ Rod @ AzzKicker Cars 1965 C10 SWB - Build Thread

02-08-2021, 12:11 PM	#1157
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Treated the truck to a new console cupholder from www.cupholdersplus.com $165 w/Free Shipping I also order 2 Rockford Fosgate 6.5" speakers to be installed on each side (comes pre-cut), I'll make up 2 quick disconnects incase I have to remove the console if needed. Attached Images __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

02-08-2021, 12:47 PM	#1158
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Nice, Jacob! Does it stay pretty stable on the trans hump (what keeps it from sliding around)? __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

02-08-2021, 01:00 PM	#1159
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV The two 'wings' are bendable and fit the trans hump very well. __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

02-08-2021, 11:50 PM	#1160
AcampoDave Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: central California Posts: 2,778	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Wow, nice interior JB

02-09-2021, 11:45 AM	#1163
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV got the first speaker in and mounted Attached Images __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

02-09-2021, 02:53 PM	#1165
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV I really need a speaker location and I really need cup holders but I love having that open space.

02-10-2021, 09:26 PM	#1168
Rob 61 apache Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: St. Paul Alberta Posts: 27	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Finally got my rockers/doors on hopefully have engine running next week Attached Images

02-14-2021, 06:17 PM	#1169
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,440	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Installed some tie downs in the bed, straps would rub the sideboards when I used the tie downs on the outside of bed. Attached Images __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

02-14-2021, 09:33 PM	#1170
racecougar Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 1,003	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Making progress on the Vintage Air install. Pulled a vacuum on the system today to check for leaks prior to buttoning everything up. It held 29 inHg for hours. Attached Images __________________ Rod @ AzzKicker Cars 1965 C10 SWB - Build Thread

02-14-2021, 11:43 PM	#1171
Pick121 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Tahoe City, CA Posts: 166	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Not super exciting, except to me! Finally did compression check, all 8 cylinders held at 150. Super happy about that, troubleshooting overheating and running rough/backfiring so glad to rule out compression. New spark plugs since the old ones out anyway. Passenger side rear plug had some oil on it but the compression was good so... George still runs a little rough so tomorrow I will check timing. Another thing I did was to finally track down a parasitic draw, thanks to instructions off YouTube I used a test lamp attached btwn battery Neg post and Neg cable, pulled fuses to see when the light goes out. Not a fuse, so started checking other inline fuses the PO had added. Finally tried the horn relay, that was it! Disconnected horn relay and light went out. Will check battery tomorrow morning, used to be if I kept battery connected overnight George woke up dead. Also planning to switch out thermostat for the heck of it in case that was causing overheating. Attached Images __________________ -Pickman (Mike) 1964 C10 Fleetside LWB “George” 1963 C50 “Green Machine” 2019 Silverado 2500HD My story (Welcome Page)



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