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03-04-2016, 11:57 PM
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Busy day!
I got started on my new grille panels for the the truck. I bought some new aluminum ones from a guy on FB Jason Vannatta he makes all kinds of neat panels for these trucks. They had to be trimed a little but I think they turned out great. Better than all the screw I had in mine that I made.
I also got the deforst compressor switch wired so that I can run the comprssor anytime time now no matter where the cable is. Works fine I even left the factory switch hooked up also so when I'm running the AC I don't have to worry about turning it on manually. Don't worry about the sock it's a old trick for moisture that didn't work at all. Very busy day! But very worth it. BEFORE:   AFTER: Much cleaner looking!
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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. |
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03-05-2016, 12:25 AM
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Checking out how to upload pictures from my phone.
It didn't work and the advertisements have it messed up. I'll stick to the old way! Posted via Mobile Device |
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03-05-2016, 12:55 AM
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Re: Busy day!
Great day's work Andy! You gonna powder coat or paint them? Or leave them as they are?
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03-05-2016, 12:59 AM
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Re: Busy day!
Panels look good Andy!!!
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03-05-2016, 01:01 AM
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Re: Busy day!
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Thanks, I think I'm going to polish them first and see how I like them. If I don't like that I'll have them dipped I think are wrap them with carbon fiber wrap.
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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. |
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03-05-2016, 09:10 AM
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Re: Busy day!
aluminum can be polished to be the most reflective material on the planet but im guessing thats a certain blend of aluminum.
just sayin cause ya could try to match the panel under your hood. btw they look much better.
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03-05-2016, 09:31 AM
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Re: Busy day!
Thanks guy's,
I don't have a polisher but I may go buy one today and try it. I had a guy tell me to wrap it in carbon fiber also. That may be a better choice in the long run! Ha
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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. |
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03-05-2016, 06:00 PM
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Re: Busy day!
Cleaned the truck this morning then went for a little ride. I stopped over in Pickens SC for a few photo's!
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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. |
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03-05-2016, 06:23 PM
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Re: Busy day!
The new panels look cleaner, very nice!
Ray
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03-05-2016, 06:27 PM
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03-05-2016, 06:28 PM
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Re: Busy day!
i had to look twice at the after pics, i didnt notice the details in the at first. very nice
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03-05-2016, 06:31 PM
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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. |
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