68 project

[cknfrmr]

great hanging out today man. Truck looks incredible. you have really put a ton of work into it and it shows. gonna be a real neck turner and traffic stopper when you get it on the road. better invest in some red velvet ropes to put up around it when u park it.

[GR8-68]

Thanks Robert, always a good time hanging out. Ahh, it is okay. I can't use red velvet it won't match, will have to be red canvas.

[72_swb]

Hurry up Larry lol. I need to see how those hood hinges work out for you. Before I buy. Looking great.

[GR8-68]

Originally Posted by 72_swb

Hurry up Larry lol. I need to see how those hood hinges work out for you. Before I buy. Looking great.

Lol I certainly will, life got kinda busy the last couple weeks , sometimes life happens and gets in the way

[67ChevyRedneck]

Forgive me if I missed it, but that still looks like the old shop... did you guys not move?

Truck looking great!

[GR8-68]

Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

Forgive me if I missed it, but that still looks like the old shop... did you guys not move?

Truck looking great!

No I haven't had to move yet, they have yet to set a closing date. Commercial property can sometimes take a good while to work out the logistics on. So until I am told I have to vacate I will continue to plug away and get as much as possible done.

[cknfrmr]

squatters rights. make the kick u out through the courts. tie it up even longer. blahahaha.

[GR8-68]

Wrapped the headers today and the pipes back to the mufflers. Not to bad for the first time. Thanks to Robert (cknfrmr) for all the help today definitely not a single person job.

[cknfrmr]

Heck I always come out ahead with the knowledge I get. And this time a little itchy. Ha Ha Ha. Also have so much fun and get to see that truck. I don't see how anyone could get the wrap real tight by themselves either. The last pic is where Larry caught me admiring/day dreaming of his truck going down the road and me following behind when we get em done. Thanks again for the parts hook up.

[rusty76]

Looks good. If I hadn't been working over at Smoking Harley Davidson today I would've. Come and hung out. I couldve supervised. Lol. What kind of wire loom/holders are you using? I like'em

[Oregon 1967 GMC]

Headers look nice and cozy in there. I wonder if you'll notice a sound difference. I guess you were able to get it done in one day.

[IRQVET]

I know you're never supposed to ask a women how much she weighs; but how much money do you think you have invested into this build?

Great build thread. Thank you for taking the time to document what you've accomplished.

[GR8-68]

Originally Posted by Oregon 1967 GMC

Headers look nice and cozy in there. I wonder if you'll notice a sound difference. I guess you were able to get it done in one day.

Not sure on the sound as I have never heard it prior but I would say it would definitely change the tone some. It is actually supposed to help the flow become faster also. Yes, it took us about 4 hours to complete that included un-mounting , wrapping and bolting the headers and pipes back on. I would say you definitely do not want to try to tackle this without an extra hand.

[GR8-68]

Originally Posted by IRQVET

I know you're never supposed to ask a women how much she weighs; but how much money do you think you have invested into this build?

Great build thread. Thank you for taking the time to document what you've accomplished.

I would not even know where to begin, I have not even kept track as I knew it is not cheap.

Thank you for taking the time to read through my build thread, hopefully soon it will come to a close.

[Graham57a]

Such a killer build, not sure how I am just now finding this.. Definitely in for the long haul on this one

[GR8-68]

Originally Posted by Graham57a

Such a killer build, not sure how I am just now finding this.. Definitely in for the long haul on this one

Thanks, the long haul is getting closer to the end. Time to get back at it here soon though I have not had a chance to work on it much lately

[GR8-68]

Finally was able to get to the truck shop today and with the help of cknfrmr was able to get the cab bolted on radiator support and filler, inner fenders and right fender. Finally starting to come together.
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[cknfrmr]

that one shot looks like u were 100 feet in the air. LOL

[GR8-68]

It felt like a100 feet as worn out as I felt. I sure appreciate all your help and enjoyed the company too.

[GR8-68]

Well, today is another day, going to try to get the steering column mounted in and the other fender along with the master cylinder so then the brake lines can be tied in. Can also get the grill mounted if I can scrounge up enough bolts at the local Lowes hardware store. I am almost to the wiring point Please pray for a miracle on my wiring skills

[rusty76]

Looking good. That engine bay is looking awesome

[GR8-68]

Thanks , trying to get as much done as possible before I get the boot and have no where to work on it

[72_swb]

What's your plan on the wiring? I like the painless 16 circuit harnesses.

[GR8-68]

I also have a painless 16 circuit harness, it will be located in the glove box area. When you open the glove door you will see the 2 computer controls for the fuel injection and transmission and the fuse panel. I am trying to keep the engine compartment as clean as possible, the battery is located under the bed just behind the cab.

[72_swb]

Originally Posted by GR8-68

I also have a painless 16 circuit harness, it will be located in the glove box area. When you open the glove door you will see the 2 computer controls for the fuel injection and transmission and the fuse panel. I am trying to keep the engine compartment as clean as possible, the battery is located under the bed just behind the cab.

Sounds a lot like mine. The tool aid crimpers do an awesome job on packard 56 terminals.