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A.T. RockDriller · 04-13-2012, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterC

Thanks Chris. I appreciate the comment. She'd kill me if she knew I'd posted that pic. lol

Understood.
But thanks for lettin' us see what motivates you.

For the most part....as you know.....on this site, when we all say "She's beautiful".....we're talkin about your truck.

losthope · 04-13-2012, 11:19 PM

Sand casted a plaque for my truck,theres more photos of the process in my build thread:

markeb01 · 04-14-2012, 01:44 AM

Installed a rather disappointing gas pedal trim. At least it now looks like a complete set.

**1971 GMC SHORTY** · 04-14-2012, 09:05 AM

Got My Battery Ripped Off....
Bastards... Tore My Cables Up....

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steve'62 · 04-14-2012, 10:32 AM

Nice build man I like your style!
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glos55 · 04-14-2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 1971 GMC SHORTY

Got My Battery Ripped Off....
Bastards... Tore My Cables Up....

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How can people do this crap??????

shrunken66stroker · 04-14-2012, 11:34 AM

I used it as a saw horse. Only temporary till I get the other one painted.

glos55 · 04-14-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bardahl

I started the body work on my 68 Chevy and

I bought them a new stable mate, 6 cyl. PS, and shoulder belts, it is really fun to drive, I haven`t had a Nova in 10-12 years and could not pass it up for the price !!

Really like this car!! I just bought a 72 off from Craigs List. It's under restoration now.

A.T. RockDriller · 04-14-2012, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by glos55

Really like this car!! I just bought a 72 off from Craigs List. It's under restoration now.

Shoot, glo....
That looks to be a real clean lil Nova....Blue vinyl and matching interior.
That's got a ton of potential.

It looks like those are Oregon plates....
Did ya buy locally or drive cross country...?

As far as my truck goes....I took the '66 and brought home a generator for a special project....and then...I also used it as a saw-horse.

SRVBLUES64 · 04-14-2012, 05:40 PM

well I ve been battling this carb all day a new holley avenger gas in th bowl but not jetting anybody have any dynomite

66-PMD-GMC · 04-14-2012, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by A.T. RockDriller

As far as my truck goes....I took the '66 and brought home a generator for a special project....and then...I also used it as a saw-horse.

That red GMC is kick a---- .. ah er nice!!!

I love that big truck

A.T. RockDriller · 04-14-2012, 08:03 PM

Thanks Chris.

61_FL_Apache · 04-14-2012, 08:43 PM

I installed my lower ball joints today!! what a task that was.. Im glad the last ones lasted 50 years, I hope these do

Woogeroo · 04-14-2012, 09:17 PM

Round two of Woogeroo vs. the Fuel Pump...

2nd fuel pump of the week... this aggravation makes me want to put a block in it that has a mechanical fuel pump!!!

(this engine block came in it)

The Easter parking lot install fuel pump was leaking from the body molding of the pump, or something really weird!

I used a excess piece of heater hose cut into two, 'C' clip shaped covers to protect the fuel line from the grips... worked great, just a little bit of fuel came out into my bucket. YAY.

The difference in road side and driveway repairs is the amount of tools you have!

I hope this one doesn't leak!

-W

shortbed70 · 04-14-2012, 10:10 PM

Took my truck to a show and had a great time. Can't post pics from iPhone though!!
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**MisterC** · 04-14-2012, 11:31 PM

Installed the new ECE 2" drop coils in the front. Sway bar and rear coils tomorrow. I'll post some pics then.
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StepAside · 04-14-2012, 11:32 PM

gauges baby! Painted the dash and then put the gauges in...Took'r for a spin today too...Man Im ready for small town weekend...First Week of June in El Reno...All you Okies should come..Any Ideas on what to do with my holes in the dash??? I made some aluminum void plates today but Im not sure If I like them or not..

**66ChevyMax** · 04-14-2012, 11:49 PM

Got the cab striped down.

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mud.man.rj · 04-15-2012, 01:03 AM

Finished rewelding my pass side rocker on properly and repaired floor mount then sealed/primed and undercoated the bottom of pass side floor and inner rocker then fitted my door so it is close but need a bit more hinge work, the new busings helped too, will post pics when done door.

markeb01 · 04-15-2012, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Woogeroo

Round two of Woogeroo vs. the Fuel Pump...

2nd fuel pump of the week... this aggravation makes me want to put a block in it that has a mechanical fuel pump!!!

(this engine block came in it)

The Easter parking lot install fuel pump was leaking from the body molding of the pump, or something really weird!

I used a excess piece of heater hose cut into two, 'C' clip shaped covers to protect the fuel line from the grips... worked great, just a little bit of fuel came out into my bucket. YAY.

The difference in road side and driveway repairs is the amount of tools you have!

I hope this one doesn't leak!

-W

I really sympathize with you. Over the years I’ve had a variety of electric fuel pumps from dirt cheap to very expensive. Regardless of brand, type or orientation of filters I’ve never owned one that didn’t fail – eventually. I’d love to have an electric pump right now to assist in starting after the truck sits for several days, but I just can’t tolerate the dependability of electric pump failures.

By comparison, my mechanical pump has been in place for 20 years and still works fine.

Woogeroo · 04-15-2012, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

I really sympathize with you. Over the years I’ve had a variety of electric fuel pumps from dirt cheap to very expensive. Regardless of brand, type or orientation of filters I’ve never owned one that didn’t fail – eventually. I’d love to have an electric pump right now to assist in starting after the truck sits for several days, but I just can’t tolerate the dependability of electric pump failures.

By comparison, my mechanical pump has been in place for 20 years and still works fine.

Yep, if I ever put another engine in it, I will more than likely get an older one with the mechanical pump on the side like the SBC engineer team from the 1950's intended.

-W

p.s. read my truck site in sig line if ya want details about my plain jane motor.

oldsnakebite · 04-15-2012, 06:27 PM

Install new rear cross sill on my 64

CRGRS 66 · 04-15-2012, 10:00 PM

Fixed the interior light, learned in the process that the light switch needs replacing. Looped my heater hoses together so that my next job can be to remove and restore the heater box.

Hey, can I just plug the heater inlet/outlet at the water pump?

Also, installed a new steering wheel, the old walnut wheel was coming apart a bit ( got a few nasty pinches from that one). Not thrilled with how that turned out. Previous owner installed a horn button on the steering column, when I got it all back together the horn just wants to blow. Must be a short that he had and didn't want to spend the time on. Will need to pull it all apart again and find the trouble.

First real day in the grudge with my new toy

lwb66step · 04-15-2012, 10:17 PM

Repaired the exhaust, set idle and cruised to the strawberry festival
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markeb01 · 04-15-2012, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

Hey, can I just plug the heater inlet/outlet at the water pump?

Yes you can. Just install a correct size pipe plug in both the water pump and the intake manifold. The engine and water pump don't care if they are connnected to a heater or not.

04-13-2012, 11:19 PM	#5002
losthope Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: sacramento ca. Posts: 1,038	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Sand casted a plaque for my truck,theres more photos of the process in my build thread: __________________ Timmy D. "What that grinding noise?Don't worry about that it will eventually clearance itself!" 1966 chevy c10 Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485977 1954 ford customline H.A.M.B 54 Build Thread:http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=622142

04-14-2012, 01:44 AM	#5003
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed a rather disappointing gas pedal trim. At least it now looks like a complete set. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

04-14-2012, 09:05 AM	#5004
1971 GMC SHORTY Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SAN FERNANDO VALLE SOL CAL Posts: 1,064	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got My Battery Ripped Off.... Bastards... Tore My Cables Up.... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 GMC K25 V6 351E Original Utility Truck 2000 C3500 Hot Rod Utility Truck 2003 ROAD KING 100th 124ci 6 Speed 145CI M/P Pro Street FXR 2002 FXDP 2007 2500HD DURAMAX. DD Studio Teamsters / Mechanic Retired GM Master Tech 20 Years Retired Ford Tech 15 Years

04-14-2012, 10:32 AM	#5005
steve'62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Goodyear,az Posts: 251	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Nice build man I like your style! Posted via Mobile Device

04-14-2012, 11:34 AM	#5007
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I used it as a saw horse. Only temporary till I get the other one painted. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

04-14-2012, 05:40 PM	#5010
SRVBLUES64 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Noblesville, Indiana Posts: 430	Re: What did you do to your truck today? well I ve been battling this carb all day a new holley avenger gas in th bowl but not jetting anybody have any dynomite

04-14-2012, 08:03 PM	#5012
A.T. RockDriller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Orient, Oregon Posts: 722	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Thanks Chris. __________________ Les Hunter '59 3803 someday to be 3853 '63 GMC K1000...351E, TH400 Daily '66 GMC 4000...351C, 5&2

04-14-2012, 08:43 PM	#5013
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I installed my lower ball joints today!! what a task that was.. Im glad the last ones lasted 50 years, I hope these do __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

04-14-2012, 09:17 PM	#5014
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Round two of Woogeroo vs. the Fuel Pump... 2nd fuel pump of the week... this aggravation makes me want to put a block in it that has a mechanical fuel pump!!! (this engine block came in it) The Easter parking lot install fuel pump was leaking from the body molding of the pump, or something really weird! I used a excess piece of heater hose cut into two, 'C' clip shaped covers to protect the fuel line from the grips... worked great, just a little bit of fuel came out into my bucket. YAY. The difference in road side and driveway repairs is the amount of tools you have! I hope this one doesn't leak! -W

04-14-2012, 10:10 PM	#5015
shortbed70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Forney TX Posts: 4,512	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Took my truck to a show and had a great time. Can't post pics from iPhone though!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Troy 1965 Chevy Bagged,361 sbc,voodoo cam,1.5 full roller rockers,patriot 185cc vortec heads 2.02-1.60,vortec weiand polished intake,demon carb my truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332884 Big Red Dog build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=572274

04-14-2012, 11:31 PM	#5016
MisterC Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 1,027	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed the new ECE 2" drop coils in the front. Sway bar and rear coils tomorrow. I'll post some pics then. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Poor and content is Rich...and Rich enough! - William Shakespeare 1966 C10 Custom Cab "Luigi" Big Window - SWB Fleetside 350 V-8 - Powerglide My not so much a build thread as a "Slow Progression Thread":http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486894

04-14-2012, 11:32 PM	#5017
StepAside Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: El Reno, Oklahoma Posts: 41	Re: What did you do to your truck today? gauges baby! Painted the dash and then put the gauges in...Took'r for a spin today too...Man Im ready for small town weekend...First Week of June in El Reno...All you Okies should come..Any Ideas on what to do with my holes in the dash??? I made some aluminum void plates today but Im not sure If I like them or not.. Attached Images

04-14-2012, 11:49 PM	#5018
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got the cab striped down. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763

04-15-2012, 01:03 AM	#5019
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished rewelding my pass side rocker on properly and repaired floor mount then sealed/primed and undercoated the bottom of pass side floor and inner rocker then fitted my door so it is close but need a bit more hinge work, the new busings helped too, will post pics when done door.

04-15-2012, 06:27 PM	#5022
oldsnakebite Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Rockwall Texas Posts: 38	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Install new rear cross sill on my 64 Attached Images __________________ I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.



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04-15-2012, 10:00 PM	#5023
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Fixed the interior light, learned in the process that the light switch needs replacing. Looped my heater hoses together so that my next job can be to remove and restore the heater box. Hey, can I just plug the heater inlet/outlet at the water pump? Also, installed a new steering wheel, the old walnut wheel was coming apart a bit ( got a few nasty pinches from that one). Not thrilled with how that turned out. Previous owner installed a horn button on the steering column, when I got it all back together the horn just wants to blow. Must be a short that he had and didn't want to spend the time on. Will need to pull it all apart again and find the trouble. First real day in the grudge with my new toy

04-15-2012, 10:17 PM	#5024
lwb66step Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 207	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Repaired the exhaust, set idle and cruised to the strawberry festival Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 LWB Stepside......SOLD 1963 SWB Fleetside.....Current Project I hate all fords.

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