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**68 Stepside** · 01-07-2006, 05:49 PM

Should look pretty neat, and I think it's destiny or something...check out the year I found on it while cleaning it up a little....

BET68 · 01-07-2006, 05:54 PM

Nice Find, Congrats

lamar · 01-07-2006, 06:11 PM

That will look great, nice to find stuff you forgot you had. Lamar.

krue · 01-07-2006, 06:22 PM

Cool find. Where you gonna mount it?

**68 Stepside** · 01-07-2006, 07:34 PM

I'm not 100% sure Krue. Thinking maybe the passenger side kick panel area.

RANDY COX · 01-07-2006, 08:16 PM

Cool I like old stuff.

wibilly · 01-07-2006, 10:23 PM

sweeeet

BigMike · 01-08-2006, 12:42 AM

How cool is that! Nice.

Mike

**68 Stepside** · 01-08-2006, 01:00 AM

What's even better is that I only paid a buck for it at a garage sale

What should I use to polish it up more? Brasso?

muddpile · 01-08-2006, 01:02 AM

Nice! Brasso would polish that up pretty good from what I've seen it do.

Longhorn Man · 01-08-2006, 02:19 AM

NOS
Neat old sh... ummmm stuff yeah stuff.

**truckdude239** · 01-08-2006, 02:35 AM

umm i know this going to sound stupid but what the heck is it?

**truckdude239** · 01-08-2006, 02:36 AM

nm i see i thinks its an fire extinseror

longhorn71 · 01-08-2006, 03:22 AM

try mothers alumnium polish on it.I use it on brass tools at work and they shine up like new.it also works better then Brasso IMO

kingsolver72 · 01-08-2006, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 Stepside

Should look pretty neat, and I think it's destiny or something...check out the year I found on it while cleaning it up a little....

I've got a 68 lwb FLEETSIDE it would look good in.J/K

Sweet72 · 01-08-2006, 07:06 AM

Nevr-Dull. Puts a mirror shine on brass and copper, just ask any sailor

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70GMCer · 01-08-2006, 08:38 AM

or "Marines".......I remember that stuff from way back, and it does work.....

steve

Longhorn Man · 01-08-2006, 12:24 PM

This army vet will agree with the Never_Dull, we used it on the shower drains and pad locks on wall lockers, door knobs and strikers... good stuff.

TJ, is this the begining of the bling bling upgrade? You just going with vintage bling... or you going all out?

72swbcamo · 01-08-2006, 01:13 PM

Although your newly found brass fire extinguisher might look nice you are dealing with a device that has been considered as obsolete for a long time. That’s why you don’t see that type of extinguisher around any longer. In big letters on the black label at the bottom of the unit you can see the words DANGER POISON. The chemical used in this extinguisher was found to be a carcinogenic, that why they were discontinued. Although it looks nice I would suggest that if you want to put a fire extinguisher in your truck you should opt for a new more efficient and safer modern one. You can even find a nice chrome one if you want to pay the price. I don’t suggest that you empty your brass unit and use it because of the danger of the chemical. Also if you mount a non-functioning unit in your truck it will give a false impression of having a fire extinguisher in your truck. Just want to use my a little of my 35 years experience in the fire service and help keep all our board members and their families safe.

**68 Stepside** · 01-08-2006, 01:22 PM

I'm thinking vintage Andy. Speaking of that, here's another piece of vintage bling destined for the 68

**68 Stepside** · 01-08-2006, 01:25 PM

Thanks for the tip Camo. I'm definitely planning on running a new fire extinguisher as well, under the seat. Maybe I should just mount it in the garage for looks instead of the truck, you did bring up a good point about giving false impressions.

hgs_notes · 01-08-2006, 07:10 PM

My wifes grandpa had that CB phone in a 1970 Jeep Wagoneer. I remember a thread from a while back talking about putting in an old computer display with a hidden newer computer system. Retro look with newer tech.

HG

01-07-2006, 05:49 PM	#1
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Should look pretty neat, and I think it's destiny or something...check out the year I found on it while cleaning it up a little.... Attached Images __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

01-07-2006, 05:54 PM	#2
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01-07-2006, 07:34 PM	#5
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. I'm not 100% sure Krue. Thinking maybe the passenger side kick panel area. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

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RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Cool I like old stuff. __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

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01-08-2006, 01:00 AM	#9
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. What's even better is that I only paid a buck for it at a garage sale What should I use to polish it up more? Brasso? __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

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muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Nice! Brasso would polish that up pretty good from what I've seen it do. __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

01-08-2006, 02:19 AM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. NOS Neat old sh... ummmm stuff yeah stuff.

01-08-2006, 02:35 AM	#12
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. umm i know this going to sound stupid but what the heck is it? __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

01-08-2006, 02:36 AM	#13
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. nm i see i thinks its an fire extinseror __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

01-08-2006, 03:22 AM	#14
longhorn71 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CANADA Posts: 1,681	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. try mothers alumnium polish on it.I use it on brass tools at work and they shine up like new.it also works better then Brasso IMO Last edited by longhorn71; 01-08-2006 at 03:25 AM.

01-08-2006, 07:06 AM	#16
Sweet72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 1,534	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Nevr-Dull. Puts a mirror shine on brass and copper, just ask any sailor . Attached Images __________________ '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water pump, Holley 4bbl vac sec, TH350 with B&M Shift Improver Kit. 12 bolt positraction.



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01-08-2006, 08:38 AM	#17
70GMCer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joppa, Maryland Posts: 4,408	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. or "Marines".......I remember that stuff from way back, and it does work..... steve __________________ 1997 GMC Sierra Ext 1965 Mustang Last edited by 70GMCer; 01-08-2006 at 08:39 AM.

01-08-2006, 12:24 PM	#18
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. This army vet will agree with the Never_Dull, we used it on the shower drains and pad locks on wall lockers, door knobs and strikers... good stuff. TJ, is this the begining of the bling bling upgrade? You just going with vintage bling... or you going all out?

01-08-2006, 01:13 PM	#19
72swbcamo Active Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Waterbury, CT Posts: 591	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Although your newly found brass fire extinguisher might look nice you are dealing with a device that has been considered as obsolete for a long time. That’s why you don’t see that type of extinguisher around any longer. In big letters on the black label at the bottom of the unit you can see the words DANGER POISON. The chemical used in this extinguisher was found to be a carcinogenic, that why they were discontinued. Although it looks nice I would suggest that if you want to put a fire extinguisher in your truck you should opt for a new more efficient and safer modern one. You can even find a nice chrome one if you want to pay the price. I don’t suggest that you empty your brass unit and use it because of the danger of the chemical. Also if you mount a non-functioning unit in your truck it will give a false impression of having a fire extinguisher in your truck. Just want to use my a little of my 35 years experience in the fire service and help keep all our board members and their families safe.

01-08-2006, 01:22 PM	#20
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. I'm thinking vintage Andy. Speaking of that, here's another piece of vintage bling destined for the 68 Attached Images __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

01-08-2006, 01:25 PM	#21
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Re: Got a neat little accessory for the 68's interior. Thanks for the tip Camo. I'm definitely planning on running a new fire extinguisher as well, under the seat. Maybe I should just mount it in the garage for looks instead of the truck, you did bring up a good point about giving false impressions. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

01-08-2006, 07:10 PM	#22
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