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**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-15-2018, 07:33 PM

I have been posting all of my progress pictures in the Suburban/Panel board, but I thought I would post these here too for you guys to see. I installed a 59/60 Impala dash then had the gauge bezels copper plated and installed Dakota Digital VHX gauges. What do you think?

rjs53 · 12-15-2018, 07:38 PM

Nice job! Gonna be nice when your done.

Andy4639 · 12-15-2018, 07:45 PM

Now that is sure different and I like it sir!

**special-K** · 12-15-2018, 08:29 PM

I saw that kit on Ebay

What I'm trying to say in a rather sarcastic way is you have conceived and executed a true one-off concept that has cumulated into an amazing success.

Husker · 12-15-2018, 09:23 PM

Looks good.
Ron

yuccales · 12-15-2018, 10:53 PM

Very custom look!

**truckster** · 12-15-2018, 11:35 PM

Wow! I'm guessing that's going to be a show truck?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-16-2018, 01:31 AM

That would be a good guess.

Shaky · 12-16-2018, 06:19 AM

Wow! Will there be other copper-plated items on the build?

kingsolver72 · 12-16-2018, 10:54 AM

Nice! I’m thinking you’re not ready for the “patina” look anytime soon.

panhead59 · 12-16-2018, 11:10 AM

How are you going to keep the copper from turning colors ? I'm guessing there is some type of clear coat for that. Looks good but could quickly become overwhelming.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-16-2018, 11:13 AM

No patina here. LOL. Copper plating will be done on bumpers, grill hoops, headlight bezels, fender eyebrows, hood edge molding, hood letters, center of wheels, and door handles.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-16-2018, 11:16 AM

I use to be an owner operator of a highly polished peterbuilt truck. Polishing isn't that bad.

**Grumpy old man** · 12-16-2018, 11:40 AM

I always heard "chrome won't get you home" but I still have a bunch of it .Now on your build it's going to be " Copper will be a show stopper " Looks great !

flashed · 12-16-2018, 01:11 PM

Very nice , love the look .

suville · 12-16-2018, 08:49 PM

Nice touch Wes !

72LB · 12-16-2018, 08:56 PM

Very cool!

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-17-2018, 04:24 PM

Thank you guys! Now I need to work on the air ride. WES

12-15-2018, 07:33 PM	#1
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. I have been posting all of my progress pictures in the Suburban/Panel board, but I thought I would post these here too for you guys to see. I installed a 59/60 Impala dash then had the gauge bezels copper plated and installed Dakota Digital VHX gauges. What do you think? Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-15-2018, 07:38 PM	#2
rjs53 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: nevada Posts: 649	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Nice job! Gonna be nice when your done. __________________ 2003 Dodge 2500 1969 C10 2014 Camaro SS/RS/1LE

12-15-2018, 07:45 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Now that is sure different and I like it sir! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

12-15-2018, 08:29 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. I saw that kit on Ebay What I'm trying to say in a rather sarcastic way is you have conceived and executed a true one-off concept that has cumulated into an amazing success. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 12-16-2018 at 08:50 AM.

12-15-2018, 09:23 PM	#5
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Looks good. Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

12-15-2018, 10:53 PM	#6
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,751	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Very custom look!

12-15-2018, 11:35 PM	#7
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,954	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Wow! I'm guessing that's going to be a show truck? __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

12-16-2018, 01:31 AM	#8
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. That would be a good guess. __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-16-2018, 06:19 AM	#9
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Wow! Will there be other copper-plated items on the build? __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

12-16-2018, 10:54 AM	#10
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,244	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Nice! I’m thinking you’re not ready for the “patina” look anytime soon.

12-16-2018, 11:10 AM	#11
panhead59 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vinton, Va. Posts: 493	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. How are you going to keep the copper from turning colors ? I'm guessing there is some type of clear coat for that. Looks good but could quickly become overwhelming. __________________ "You are not forgotten" USMC 75-79 (Aviation Ordnance Tech- F-4 Phantom) 1959 H-D Panhead. Owned since 1978. Currently with son in Lawton, OK. 1968 Chevy Custom SWB pick up. Fleetside. Lowered 4/6. Totally refurbished. 1966 Pontiac GTO. 4 speed. Saved original 389. Now has slightly built 455 engine. 355 rear gears. Very fun to drive !

12-16-2018, 11:13 AM	#12
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. No patina here. LOL. Copper plating will be done on bumpers, grill hoops, headlight bezels, fender eyebrows, hood edge molding, hood letters, center of wheels, and door handles. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-16-2018, 11:16 AM	#13
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. I use to be an owner operator of a highly polished peterbuilt truck. Polishing isn't that bad. __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-16-2018, 11:40 AM	#14
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. I always heard "chrome won't get you home" but I still have a bunch of it .Now on your build it's going to be " Copper will be a show stopper " Looks great ! __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

12-16-2018, 01:11 PM	#15
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Very nice , love the look .



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12-16-2018, 08:49 PM	#16
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. *Nice touch Wes !*

12-16-2018, 08:56 PM	#17
72LB Registered User Join Date: May 2017 Location: Inman/Boiling Springs, SC Posts: 420	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Very cool! __________________ 1985 C10 shortbed, current project. Member of the Upstate SC GM Truck Club.

12-17-2018, 04:24 PM	#18
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: Thought I would post pics for you guys to see. Thank you guys! Now I need to work on the air ride. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

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