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**3757chevy** · 10-11-2023, 08:13 PM

Saturday the town of Penrose had their annual Apple Day Parade. I was asked to drive my old truck for Colon Orchards by my Wifes Uncle. I ended up on the front page of the Canon City Daily Record. My oldest Grand daughter rode on the float tossing apples to the onlookers with others.

**3757chevy** · 10-14-2023, 08:28 PM

I found some keys on ebay to fit my trunk in the bed of our truck.

**3757chevy** · 10-29-2023, 08:14 PM

Added some backup lights under the bed out of direct sight but in an effective spot. https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/TWDTLEDU104

VWNate1 · 10-29-2023, 11:19 PM

Have you yet gone to a seriously dark place to see how well / far they work ? .

**3757chevy** · 10-30-2023, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by VWNate1

Have you yet gone to a seriously dark place to see how well / far they work ? .

I've just backed into my Conex container after dark. I have not been out in the night to see how far they work but they are very bright. One of the guys that works at NAPA has them on his A pillars of his Jeep and says they work really well. I think the box said they shine for 200 feet.

VWNate1 · 10-30-2023, 09:00 AM

If you're satisfied with the trailer's illumination when you reversed into it I'm sure they're fine .

**3757chevy** · 10-30-2023, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by VWNate1

If you're satisfied with the trailer's illumination when you reversed into it I'm sure they're fine .

Backing up my driveway and into to the Conex is my biggest concern. I think I'll be happy with that.

**3757chevy** · 10-30-2023, 06:51 PM

I mounted the lights on the rear cross rail behind the fuel tank at the top of each fuel tank strap. You have to look twice to see them there. I will post a picture of them installed when I get a chance.

VWNate1 · 10-30-2023, 09:02 PM

That looks perfect .

Still no bumper ? .

Ouch .

**3757chevy** · 10-30-2023, 10:59 PM

I've got one for the front of a 34 Ford I might try to use mounted upside down with the hitch coming out underneath. Not decided yet.

**3757chevy** · 10-30-2023, 11:01 PM

I would like other options.

VWNate1 · 10-31-2023, 09:53 AM

That looks nice .

**Getter-Done** · 10-31-2023, 11:16 AM

Have you try this place for a bumper?

http://www.rockymountainrelics.net/

I like those backup lights.

**3757chevy** · 11-01-2023, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

I mounted the lights on the rear cross rail behind the fuel tank at the top of each fuel tank strap. You have to look twice to see them there. I will post a picture of them installed when I get a chance.

Here are a couple of pictures of the lights installed and with them with lit.

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Originally Posted by VWNate1

That looks nice .

That's not the bumper I can use . I'll probably have a painted one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Getter-Done

Have you try this place for a bumper?

http://www.rockymountainrelics.net/

I like those backup lights.

I'll have to give them a call and see what they have. Thanks!

**3757chevy** · 11-22-2023, 10:48 PM

We went out last month and took some fall pictures.

**Rickysnickers** · 11-23-2023, 10:33 AM

Looks nice

**Getter-Done** · 11-23-2023, 10:50 AM

That middle picture will make another Great Calendar picture.

**3757chevy** · 11-23-2023, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Rickysnickers

Looks nice

Quote:

Originally Posted by Getter-Done

That middle picture will make another Great Calendar picture.

Thanks guys.

LT7A · 11-26-2023, 08:03 AM

Just finished reading through the rest of the thread. I'll enjoy following along from here.

**3757chevy** · 11-26-2023, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by LT7A

How old do you have to be to be considered an "antique" truck person?

I've been enjoying reading my way through the thread. I'm a big fan of the "fix and drive, maintain and drive, modify and drive" approach to owning old rigs. Makes for a fun build (and drive) thread.

Thanks, I think I like the driving part best.

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Originally Posted by LT7A

Just finished reading through the rest of the thread. I'll enjoy following along from here.

Thanks for the interest. Hopefully I don't disappoint with the idle time between posts.

**Ol Blue K20** · 11-26-2023, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Thanks, I think I like the driving part best.

Thanks for the interest. Hopefully I don't disappoint with the idle time between posts.

I'm never disappointed, you need drive time....

VWNate1 · 11-27-2023, 12:07 PM

For me, the only thing better than driving my oldies is working on them but I'm a bit of an outlier .

I am a retired Journeyman Mechanic who always drove the oldest vehicle wherever I worked .

Mostly stock as they're more reliable that way .

LT7A · 12-07-2023, 04:46 AM

Sometimes the build threads stop once the rig is all put together. More fun to see it incorporated into daily/weekly/or monthly life after that. Once in awhile updates is just great.

**3757chevy** · 12-07-2023, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LT7A

Sometimes the build threads stop once the rig is all put together. More fun to see it incorporated into daily/weekly/or monthly life after that. Once in awhile updates is just great.

They are never done IMOA.

VWNate1 · 12-08-2023, 11:46 AM

As they're machines they cannot be finished unless you never use them .

Not using your truck is a mean thing to do .

10-11-2023, 08:13 PM	#1
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy Saturday the town of Penrose had their annual Apple Day Parade. I was asked to drive my old truck for Colon Orchards by my Wifes Uncle. I ended up on the front page of the Canon City Daily Record. My oldest Grand daughter rode on the float tossing apples to the onlookers with others. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-14-2023, 08:28 PM	#2
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy I found some keys on ebay to fit my trunk in the bed of our truck. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE Last edited by 3757chevy; 10-14-2023 at 11:38 PM.

10-29-2023, 08:14 PM	#3
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy Added some backup lights under the bed out of direct sight but in an effective spot. https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/TWDTLEDU104 __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-29-2023, 11:19 PM	#4
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	Backup Lamps Have you yet gone to a seriously dark place to see how well / far they work ? . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

10-30-2023, 09:00 AM	#6
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	Re: Another Blue Chevy If you're satisfied with the trailer's illumination when you reversed into it I'm sure they're fine . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

10-30-2023, 06:51 PM	#8
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy I mounted the lights on the rear cross rail behind the fuel tank at the top of each fuel tank strap. You have to look twice to see them there. I will post a picture of them installed when I get a chance. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE Last edited by 3757chevy; 10-30-2023 at 08:13 PM.

10-30-2023, 09:02 PM	#9
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	Re: Another Blue Chevy That looks perfect . Still no bumper ? . Ouch . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

10-30-2023, 10:59 PM	#10
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy I've got one for the front of a 34 Ford I might try to use mounted upside down with the hitch coming out underneath. Not decided yet. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-30-2023, 11:01 PM	#11
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy I would like other options. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-31-2023, 09:53 AM	#12
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	Safety Knows NO Season That looks nice . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

10-31-2023, 11:16 AM	#13
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,429	Re: Another Blue Chevy Have you try this place for a bumper? http://www.rockymountainrelics.net/ I like those backup lights. __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

11-22-2023, 10:48 PM	#15
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,070	Re: Another Blue Chevy We went out last month and took some fall pictures. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

11-23-2023, 10:33 AM	#16
Rickysnickers Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Eagle, ID Posts: 3,067	Re: Another Blue Chevy Looks nice

11-23-2023, 10:50 AM	#17
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,429	Re: Another Blue Chevy That middle picture will make another Great Calendar picture. __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

11-26-2023, 08:03 AM	#19
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,627	Re: Another Blue Chevy Just finished reading through the rest of the thread. I'll enjoy following along from here.



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11-27-2023, 12:07 PM	#22
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	Why We Do It For me, the only thing better than driving my oldies is working on them but I'm a bit of an outlier . I am a retired Journeyman Mechanic who always drove the oldest vehicle wherever I worked . Mostly stock as they're more reliable that way . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

12-07-2023, 04:46 AM	#23
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,627	Re: Another Blue Chevy Sometimes the build threads stop once the rig is all put together. More fun to see it incorporated into daily/weekly/or monthly life after that. Once in awhile updates is just great.

12-08-2023, 11:46 AM	#25
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,665	'Finished' As they're machines they cannot be finished unless you never use them . Not using your truck is a mean thing to do . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

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