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**Chevy Fleetside** · 03-01-2012, 10:10 AM

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2869714637.html

krazy_texan · 03-01-2012, 10:53 AM

i like the idea good way to monitor your engine while under the hood i guess. pretty sharp looking truck though

61_FL_Apache · 03-01-2012, 11:13 AM

I like it!

1963c-10 · 03-01-2012, 11:20 AM

different....

markeb01 · 03-01-2012, 12:28 PM

I think it's interesting, but it makes me wonder how far forward the engine must be mounted to not need the firewall hump for distributor clearance.

Frizzle Fry · 03-01-2012, 12:40 PM

Looks like an aluminum panel bolted over the firewall. Clean looking option for someone who doesn't want to go all the way just yet.

ozzyman · 03-01-2012, 12:44 PM

Makes me wonder how much time he has to spend under the hood

BR3W CITY · 03-01-2012, 01:23 PM

lol if you need that many gauges underhood, you need better tuning.

LostMy65 · 03-01-2012, 01:32 PM

I don't get the air cleaners.
Isn't that just a carb'd engine?
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biohazardbill · 03-01-2012, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

I don't get the air cleaners.
Isn't that just a carb'd engine?
Posted via Mobile Device

Probably due to hood clearance, I may have to use a similiar setup.

*blackedoutharley* · 03-01-2012, 05:49 PM

That is just another person that doesn't know what they're doing... advertised as a '65 and states it has a '62 cab but them mentions that it has the torsion bars ("torque bars") down for "proper stance'...

I like the firewall cover but....... pass!
I have a feeling this thing is cobbled together from U Pull It parts.

Turkey · 03-01-2012, 11:21 PM

Is that what you call overkill?

perro13 · 03-02-2012, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

I don't get the air cleaners.
Isn't that just a carb'd engine?
Posted via Mobile Device

maybe he's from Texas, gotta luv them bullhorns

**jocko** · 03-02-2012, 01:03 AM

kinda reminds me what folks did to mid-60's thru early 70's drag cars... That's the only place I've seen gauges in the engine compartment (beyond a fuel press gauge) - saw it trickle over to a few street cars, but not many.

hemifalcon · 03-02-2012, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackedoutharley

That is just another person that doesn't know what they're doing... advertised as a '65 and states it has a '62 cab but them mentions that it has the torsion bars ("torque bars") down for "proper stance'...

I like the firewall cover but....... pass!
I have a feeling this thing is cobbled together from U Pull It parts.

Should it be inferred that if you put together a truck from junk yard collecting--that it is a POS truck? It's not my style---but this guy built the truck in one way or another.. "Cobbled together" should only have a negative connotation with regard to vehicles when it's a rat rod with poor welding and bad "engineering". Don't insult the guy's build style so generically. If you don't like it--don't say anything. You kinda make yourself sound like an ass.

purebred · 03-02-2012, 12:14 PM

I agree, I think to many its a nice truck, give the guy a brake. Like said above if you don't like it, don't say anything.

BR3W CITY · 03-02-2012, 01:17 PM

Well, when you see things like "de-tensioned torque bars", the "stripe" on the side, combined with the other stuff.. I don't think the phrase "cobbled" is completely out of the question. Alot of the parts seem to be either junkyard pulls, or craiglist finds...and while there isn't anything wrong with this...the execution of the work makes the difference. Plus, being in Cali, aren't there concerns with a mis-matching cab/vin?

If it were a younger guys first project, I'd say "room to grow" and refine things....but as a "for sale, 62 Tribute truck" its just not up to par. I'd be scared to see what the wiring looks like.

*blackedoutharley* · 03-02-2012, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hemifalcon

Should it be inferred that if you put together a truck from junk yard collecting--that it is a POS truck? It's not my style---but this guy built the truck in one way or another.. "Cobbled together" should only have a negative connotation with regard to vehicles when it's a rat rod with poor welding and bad "engineering". Don't insult the guy's build style so generically. If you don't like it--don't say anything. You kinda make yourself sound like an ass.

I never said I didn't "like" it.... thanks for making the point about sounding like an ass.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BR3W CITY

Well, when you see things like "de-tensioned torque bars", the "stripe" on the side, combined with the other stuff.. I don't think the phrase "cobbled" is completely out of the question. Alot of the parts seem to be either junkyard pulls, or craiglist finds...and while there isn't anything wrong with this...the execution of the work makes the difference. Plus, being in Cali, aren't there concerns with a mis-matching cab/vin?

Exactly! Even though this thing is registered (as a model year ???) I could imagine the DMV stuff as an absolute nightmare.

Cobbling stuff together from junkyard parts is not bad so long as its done right... how can you be sure its even close to correct if the seller doesn't know what year it is.

03-01-2012, 10:10 AM	#1
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,782	Check out the Firewall in this Truck http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2869714637.html __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

03-01-2012, 10:53 AM	#2
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck i like the idea good way to monitor your engine while under the hood i guess. pretty sharp looking truck though __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

03-01-2012, 11:13 AM	#3
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck I like it! __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

03-01-2012, 11:20 AM	#4
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck different.... __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

03-01-2012, 12:28 PM	#5
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck I think it's interesting, but it makes me wonder how far forward the engine must be mounted to not need the firewall hump for distributor clearance. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

03-01-2012, 12:40 PM	#6
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck Looks like an aluminum panel bolted over the firewall. Clean looking option for someone who doesn't want to go all the way just yet.

03-01-2012, 12:44 PM	#7
ozzyman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Marysville, CA Posts: 165	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck Makes me wonder how much time he has to spend under the hood

03-01-2012, 01:23 PM	#8
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck lol if you need that many gauges underhood, you need better tuning. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

03-01-2012, 01:32 PM	#9
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck I don't get the air cleaners. Isn't that just a carb'd engine? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

03-01-2012, 05:49 PM	#11
blackedoutharley Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Plumas Lake, Ca. Posts: 1,009	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck That is just another person that doesn't know what they're doing... advertised as a '65 and states it has a '62 cab but them mentions that it has the torsion bars ("torque bars") down for "proper stance'... I like the firewall cover but....... pass! I have a feeling this thing is cobbled together from U Pull It parts.

03-01-2012, 11:21 PM	#12
Turkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 427	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck Is that what you call overkill? __________________

03-02-2012, 01:03 AM	#14
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck kinda reminds me what folks did to mid-60's thru early 70's drag cars... That's the only place I've seen gauges in the engine compartment (beyond a fuel press gauge) - saw it trickle over to a few street cars, but not many.

03-02-2012, 12:14 PM	#16
purebred Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Hutto Texas Posts: 114	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck I agree, I think to many its a nice truck, give the guy a brake. Like said above if you don't like it, don't say anything.

03-02-2012, 01:17 PM	#17
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: Check out the Firewall in this Truck Well, when you see things like "de-tensioned torque bars", the "stripe" on the side, combined with the other stuff.. I don't think the phrase "cobbled" is completely out of the question. Alot of the parts seem to be either junkyard pulls, or craiglist finds...and while there isn't anything wrong with this...the execution of the work makes the difference. Plus, being in Cali, aren't there concerns with a mis-matching cab/vin? If it were a younger guys first project, I'd say "room to grow" and refine things....but as a "for sale, 62 Tribute truck" its just not up to par. I'd be scared to see what the wiring looks like. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

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