So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Palf70Step** · 09-04-2006, 06:11 PM

Seems a gong tren lately, but not much on my truck. Friday I was on the road 9 -10 hrs bringing my daughter and some other girls home from their nerd HS for the long weekend. Saturday I was one the road again visiting family for the day. Saturday night and Sunday my son came down with stomach virus, so I sat and conforted him. Today got the daughter off to go back to school and I did the brakes on the wife's Bonneville. Who would have thunk 4-wheel discs would take so long (rear's were a pain). On well, hopefully were good for another 50,000. Spent rest of day with yard work. Still helping the son get over his bug, but he's rebonding pretty quick. At least he never missed the porcelin goddess in all the problems. Truck is still staring at me wondering when I will beat on it somemore, but it's coming.

So how was your folks weekend?

LeftEar55 · 09-04-2006, 06:23 PM

I'm about to start a new thread of what I did this weekend, with pics

PanelDeland · 09-04-2006, 06:39 PM

TOO MUCH IN LAWS!! Nuff sayd.

hgs_notes · 09-04-2006, 06:50 PM

Finished rebuild on auto tilt steering column, then worked on house window trim. Been replacing with vinyl and aluminum to minimize future maintenance. Only have two windows left to do. Mowed the lawn and oh yeah, got the mini bike foot pegs on and the rear brake adjusted. Now its a little safer for my son to ride, if he gets his school reading done.

HG

KP1972 · 09-04-2006, 07:20 PM

We actually got rain in Texas today (Labor Day or not, we needed it BADLY). We took out youngest bowling this afternoon. First time for me in about 8 years or so. Cooked out yesterday.

Jimbotronics · 09-04-2006, 07:22 PM

Got a lil done. Painted and installed exhaust manifolds, installed steering gearbox and tilt column, dash pad, first coat of paint on all new inner/out tie rods and linkage. Removed upper/lower control arms so I can take 'em to the machinst this week to install upper/lower arm shafts and upper/lower ball joints. Painted drop spring to match inner/outter tie rod linkage.

ChevyDude · 09-04-2006, 07:29 PM

Nutin'!!!!

dougs69c10 · 09-04-2006, 07:34 PM

I picked up a gas pedal, with the pedal still on it, and all the p/s brackets i need for 18 bucks. Also ran into a board member on here just by pure luck

FRENCHBLUE72 · 09-04-2006, 07:40 PM

Sat in my lawn chair shooting the black birds that are stealing my grass sead and crapping on my new house,neeedless to say my pellet gun got a work out.

*Shane* · 09-04-2006, 07:51 PM

Got my truck moved from where it's been the last 4 years to it's new home in my dad's shop!!!

Thanks Pop!

Gray Ghost · 09-04-2006, 07:56 PM

I got a new to me grille for my 70...drove out to Little Elm this morning with a buddy then went back home and installed it.

*trkklr77* · 09-04-2006, 08:31 PM

got some cut coils on the short truck, what do ya think

Chris4x4Gill2 · 09-04-2006, 08:34 PM

I installed the new pistons in my motor....well mock-up at least. Unbolted the bead and got it ready to be removed....Dad had the tractor so I didnt get to pull it off. Worked on my 4x4 some and got a few new parts on the Raptor installed.

All in all a pretty good daY!

Rokcrln · 09-04-2006, 09:36 PM

Started Friday morning changing the oil in the 67 Chevelle only to find out it was not charging. So I pulled th eold set up out and installed an internal regulated Alt. Then found a bad wire as well from the Alt. to the batt. so I un-loomed the front of the car and replaced a few wires and removed a few as well.
Had some friends over to help remove siding from my house that still had the original 1928 sears craftsman siding. Then we insulated, re-wired and shear plyed half the house. I will get a nail inspection this week and they can start putting th enew windows, doors and siding on. Next week end they are on their own since I will be buisy getting Married

Then on Sunday I helped some other friends work at the Scottish games and gatherings in Pleasenton Ca. For closing serimonies they had the US Marines brass band play for about 30min. That was the most amazing thing I have ever seen

Today I installed two ceiling fans in our front room and finished the wiring and switches for the fans/lights. Then I went out and detailed the Chevelle for next weekend for pictures and wedding burn outs!!

That is about it, I kind of feel like I was slacking since I did not get any work done on project Lemon Drop but he knows th enext month will be hit and miss. Once I get back from Germany and Switzerland I will really start rolling on that project.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Jimbotronics · 09-04-2006, 09:39 PM

Looking good Kevin! Congrats on your big day!

Ole Blue 68 · 09-04-2006, 10:00 PM

Installed a front sway bar and it only took me one unplanned trip to the parts store and one to Home Depot. That's pretty good for me.

Txfirefighter's FAQ on the sway bar is awesome!

byrd · 09-04-2006, 10:21 PM

Kevin, Gotta love drilling them old studs!! Hard as can be sometimes. I have worked on many restorations(electrician) of old homes ranging from the oldest 1874 to around 1910.

67ChevyRedneck · 09-04-2006, 10:24 PM

Sand, sand, sand, primer primer primer, some paint, sway bar kit installed.... beer... can't remember much else....

steveo10 · 09-04-2006, 10:28 PM

drove my truck around for the first time since i got my bags done. tried to find a muffler shop that was not booked up. didn't find anyone so i said screw it and entered in a show with open headers.

over all a fun weekend.

69chevytruck · 09-04-2006, 11:30 PM

Spent the weekend lowering my new seat to fit the cab of my truck. It came from a Tahoe and sat a few inches too high and was not level. And the best part, I didn't make a run to the parts store and didn't spend a dime.

longhorn70gmc · 09-05-2006, 12:19 AM

I went to the Car Swap meet in San Diego and picked up some small needed items from RICKS pickup parts. Saw a Longhorn that had a Super cheyenne badge on the side. I have to ask Andy (Longhorn Man ) on this one.

smbrouss70 · 09-05-2006, 01:29 AM

I got my "new to me" stepside bed home, and brought some parts to some other board members. Didn't really get anything done, but for my 1 weekend off for this month (and probably next month, too), I think I enjoyed myself.

A.P. · 09-05-2006, 05:15 AM

Change the oil on the wife's car, and did the tune up on my son's car. Next will change the truck's oil.

Southedisto · 09-05-2006, 06:08 AM

Managed to put about 1000 miles on the wifes truck.

Jim_PA · 09-05-2006, 07:06 AM

Started mine for the 1st time -- man that's a good feeling! I plan to get it down the road within the next week or so.

09-04-2006, 06:11 PM	#1
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Seems a gong tren lately, but not much on my truck. Friday I was on the road 9 -10 hrs bringing my daughter and some other girls home from their nerd HS for the long weekend. Saturday I was one the road again visiting family for the day. Saturday night and Sunday my son came down with stomach virus, so I sat and conforted him. Today got the daughter off to go back to school and I did the brakes on the wife's Bonneville. Who would have thunk 4-wheel discs would take so long (rear's were a pain). On well, hopefully were good for another 50,000. Spent rest of day with yard work. Still helping the son get over his bug, but he's rebonding pretty quick. At least he never missed the porcelin goddess in all the problems. Truck is still staring at me wondering when I will beat on it somemore, but it's coming. So how was your folks weekend? __________________ 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!

09-04-2006, 06:23 PM	#2
LeftEar55 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Huntsville, Alabama Posts: 107	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I'm about to start a new thread of what I did this weekend, with pics

09-04-2006, 06:39 PM	#3
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? TOO MUCH IN LAWS!! Nuff sayd. __________________ 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"

09-04-2006, 06:50 PM	#4
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Finished rebuild on auto tilt steering column, then worked on house window trim. Been replacing with vinyl and aluminum to minimize future maintenance. Only have two windows left to do. Mowed the lawn and oh yeah, got the mini bike foot pegs on and the rear brake adjusted. Now its a little safer for my son to ride, if he gets his school reading done. HG __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

09-04-2006, 07:20 PM	#5
KP1972 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Mansfield Texas Posts: 645	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? We actually got rain in Texas today (Labor Day or not, we needed it BADLY). We took out youngest bowling this afternoon. First time for me in about 8 years or so. Cooked out yesterday. __________________ 1972 Chevy Custom/10 www.PictureTrail.com/KP1972 Metroplex Muscle Car Club www.PictureTrail.com/DreamCarArt

09-04-2006, 07:22 PM	#6
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Got a lil done. Painted and installed exhaust manifolds, installed steering gearbox and tilt column, dash pad, first coat of paint on all new inner/out tie rods and linkage. Removed upper/lower control arms so I can take 'em to the machinst this week to install upper/lower arm shafts and upper/lower ball joints. Painted drop spring to match inner/outter tie rod linkage. __________________ Jimbo '72 SWB - 350 (frame-off resto in progress - donations accepted) '04 Chevy Avalanche '03 Cadillac CTS (wife's ride) Restoration progress - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335707

09-04-2006, 07:29 PM	#7
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Nutin'!!!!

09-04-2006, 07:34 PM	#8
dougs69c10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Birmingham,Alabama Posts: 260	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I picked up a gas pedal, with the pedal still on it, and all the p/s brackets i need for 18 bucks. Also ran into a board member on here just by pure luck __________________ 1969 c10 stepside 250 inline six, 4speed granny tranny, 4.11 posi rear end

09-04-2006, 07:40 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Sat in my lawn chair shooting the black birds that are stealing my grass sead and crapping on my new house,neeedless to say my pellet gun got a work out. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

09-04-2006, 07:51 PM	#10
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Got my truck moved from where it's been the last 4 years to it's new home in my dad's shop!!! Thanks Pop!

09-04-2006, 07:56 PM	#11
Gray Ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Terrell, TX Posts: 1,967	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I got a new to me grille for my 70...drove out to Little Elm this morning with a buddy then went back home and installed it. __________________ Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps.

09-04-2006, 08:31 PM	#12
trkklr77 Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: vacaville ca, because it as far from indy as i can be Posts: 775	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? got some cut coils on the short truck, what do ya think Attached Images

09-04-2006, 08:34 PM	#13
Chris4x4Gill2 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 794	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I installed the new pistons in my motor....well mock-up at least. Unbolted the bead and got it ready to be removed....Dad had the tractor so I didnt get to pull it off. Worked on my 4x4 some and got a few new parts on the Raptor installed. All in all a pretty good daY!

09-04-2006, 09:36 PM	#14
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Started Friday morning changing the oil in the 67 Chevelle only to find out it was not charging. So I pulled th eold set up out and installed an internal regulated Alt. Then found a bad wire as well from the Alt. to the batt. so I un-loomed the front of the car and replaced a few wires and removed a few as well. Had some friends over to help remove siding from my house that still had the original 1928 sears craftsman siding. Then we insulated, re-wired and shear plyed half the house. I will get a nail inspection this week and they can start putting th enew windows, doors and siding on. Next week end they are on their own since I will be buisy getting Married Then on Sunday I helped some other friends work at the Scottish games and gatherings in Pleasenton Ca. For closing serimonies they had the US Marines brass band play for about 30min. That was the most amazing thing I have ever seen Today I installed two ceiling fans in our front room and finished the wiring and switches for the fans/lights. Then I went out and detailed the Chevelle for next weekend for pictures and wedding burn outs!! That is about it, I kind of feel like I was slacking since I did not get any work done on project Lemon Drop but he knows th enext month will be hit and miss. Once I get back from Germany and Switzerland I will really start rolling on that project. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

09-04-2006, 09:39 PM	#15
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Looking good Kevin! Congrats on your big day! __________________ Jimbo '72 SWB - 350 (frame-off resto in progress - donations accepted) '04 Chevy Avalanche '03 Cadillac CTS (wife's ride) Restoration progress - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335707



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09-04-2006, 10:00 PM	#16
Ole Blue 68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philly Posts: 1,140	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Installed a front sway bar and it only took me one unplanned trip to the parts store and one to Home Depot. That's pretty good for me. Txfirefighter's FAQ on the sway bar is awesome!

09-04-2006, 10:24 PM	#18
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Sand, sand, sand, primer primer primer, some paint, sway bar kit installed.... beer... can't remember much else.... __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

09-04-2006, 10:28 PM	#19
steveo10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: central indiana Posts: 128	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? drove my truck around for the first time since i got my bags done. tried to find a muffler shop that was not booked up. didn't find anyone so i said screw it and entered in a show with open headers. over all a fun weekend.

09-04-2006, 11:30 PM	#20
69chevytruck Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Posts: 38	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Spent the weekend lowering my new seat to fit the cab of my truck. It came from a Tahoe and sat a few inches too high and was not level. And the best part, I didn't make a run to the parts store and didn't spend a dime. __________________ 1969 C-10,short bed, I6 250, 3x1 offy, HEI, headers, 5 speed, original paint and family owned!

09-05-2006, 12:19 AM	#21
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I went to the Car Swap meet in San Diego and picked up some small needed items from RICKS pickup parts. Saw a Longhorn that had a Super cheyenne badge on the side. I have to ask Andy (Longhorn Man ) on this one. __________________ Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! *I need another truck like I need another hole in the head!* I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE!

09-05-2006, 01:29 AM	#22
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,781	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? I got my "new to me" stepside bed home, and brought some parts to some other board members. Didn't really get anything done, but for my 1 weekend off for this month (and probably next month, too), I think I enjoyed myself. __________________ Steven "If dogs don't go to heaven, when I die I want to go wherever they went." -- Will Rogers R.I.P. Oscar R.I.P. Ratchet 1967 Pontiac GTO - Dad was the Original Owner 1970 Chevy 2wd SWB "Oscar's Truck" 1970 Chevy 2wd Blazer "Ratchet's Blazer" 2013 Chevy 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax/Allison Z71 LTZ "Brown Sugar" 2017 Chevy Suburban "BDB" 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier "Foxy" Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Shop Build Last edited by smbrouss70; 09-05-2006 at 09:27 PM.

09-05-2006, 05:15 AM	#23
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Change the oil on the wife's car, and did the tune up on my son's car. Next will change the truck's oil.

09-05-2006, 06:08 AM	#24
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soldotna AK Posts: 1,078	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Managed to put about 1000 miles on the wifes truck. __________________ I like wheelin in Dixie!

09-05-2006, 07:06 AM	#25
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: So, what did everyone get done this Labor day weekend? Started mine for the 1st time -- man that's a good feeling! I plan to get it down the road within the next week or so.

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