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**N2TRUX** · 08-20-2006, 10:14 PM

I was on call this weekend so I didn't get anything done to my 77. As usual I washed my daily drivers, and of course it rained on them.

I went out looking for a new daily driver this weekend. I found a couple that I liked, but now I'm trying to decide if I want black or red. I need to buy something to hold me over till the 2007 GM trucks are available.....

What did you get done?

bagged74 · 08-20-2006, 10:27 PM

Nothing truck related really.
Saturday I cleaned out the garage so I can start thinking about bringing the Blazer back home.
Sunday I installed a couple of amps and built a sub box for my buddys 01 Chevy crewcab.

n2billet · 08-20-2006, 11:06 PM

Had a death in the family so I made a solo road trip to West Texas, almost 1000 mile round trip in one day........today I feel my true age

The color choice for Ken is RED, remember your last daily driver that was black?
Almost killed you trying to keep it clean......

SCOTI · 08-20-2006, 11:12 PM

Sat AM, I went to a small local swap meet in Garland @ Autobahn Park. I picked up a new 4-core radiator for $100. I ran into several old friend & did some catching up. I got home & worked on my 68 Sat afternoon. I didn't realize the brackets were different on the 3-row vs. 4-row radiators so I played around w/a couple different options. I'm currently looking for the correct bracketry/rubber.

Today I was lazy & watched the race & then worked on installing the van tilt into the 68. I managed to get it temporarily installed but need a few parts to finish up.

Not as productive as I wanted, but I @ least did some stuff.

1974gmc · 08-20-2006, 11:48 PM

saturday morning I cut the coils on the '74. sunday I put the bed back on it and cleaned up the yard a bit.

*trkklr77* · 08-21-2006, 12:55 AM

since noon i gutted my free 69 engine bay and removed the clip and set the 75 2wd suspension in and drilled the one mismatched hole, got it all bolted up and replaced the clip. went and picked up a th400 to go in it [$100 or a th350 4x4 trade] gona line up the bbc 454 tommorrow and bolt them all in to get a ride height so i will now how much to cut.

ive been tweaking alot lately on my 77 4x4 as well, highsteer, detroit, tire rack, got a new 75 body for it, it goes on and on and on .................

Eyegore · 08-21-2006, 09:58 AM

Washed and waxed the 86, made a big mistake and used this eagle one wheel cleaner - stupid stuff left stains all over my wheels, now using wenol to get it off, I tried the mothers buffing wheel and cleaner and it did no good. Anyone else have an idea on how to get this off?

79BIG10 · 08-21-2006, 11:33 PM

I worked all weekend. I did get some time in on the Blazer between shifts and got the timing gear setup and balancer installed. I got burnt on the neck and shoulders pretty good so I had to call it early. Tomorrow I'm going to have to get some bolts the PO lacked using

Hopefully it will be able to check the timing etc. with the new timing chain etc.

AceX · 08-22-2006, 01:52 AM

I worked my butt off on Saturday at In-N-Out, then went to an MR2 meet on Sunday.

I plan to clean my suspension and wheels this weekend.

cheyguy · 08-22-2006, 09:32 AM

I got my tilt column installed. Unfortunately there's some slop in the upper shaft, my steering wheel isn't straight when the wheels are, the blinkers don't shut off, and my back up lights come on between park and reverse and go off in reverse. So I guess I know what I'm doing next weekend.

Grande Rojo · 08-22-2006, 09:48 AM

Had the flu for the last 3 days.

454HO · 08-22-2006, 11:51 AM

Well, I found my way back to this forum. I haven't done a thing to the truck in almost 10 months. Too many other projects getting in the way. Hopefully I will be able to get back on it soon.

thundertiger25 · 08-22-2006, 01:36 PM

I got a rebuild power steering gear and installed it, it stuck turning to the left but worked ok turning to the right so I ripped it back off there and exchanged it for another one. I put the new one on and it works perfectly. :] Next weekend is scheduled for a front end rebuild with my rebuild kit from performance suspension :]

SanitysBane · 08-22-2006, 07:14 PM

Got the frame spray bombed and most of the front suspesion peices. Decided I am going to take a little bit of time and this truck look nice before I start on the Chevelle.

TEAM THC · 08-24-2006, 12:21 PM

Washed The Rig And Had A Birthday Party For My Son (5 Years Old)
Other Than That Nothing Special.

08-20-2006, 10:14 PM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	What did you get done? I was on call this weekend so I didn't get anything done to my 77. As usual I washed my daily drivers, and of course it rained on them. I went out looking for a new daily driver this weekend. I found a couple that I liked, but now I'm trying to decide if I want black or red. I need to buy something to hold me over till the 2007 GM trucks are available..... What did you get done? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 08-20-2006 at 10:15 PM.

08-20-2006, 10:27 PM	#2
bagged74 its just $$$$$ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: OK Posts: 2,078	Re: What did you get done? Nothing truck related really. Saturday I cleaned out the garage so I can start thinking about bringing the Blazer back home. Sunday I installed a couple of amps and built a sub box for my buddys 01 Chevy crewcab.

08-20-2006, 11:06 PM	#3
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: What did you get done? Had a death in the family so I made a solo road trip to West Texas, almost 1000 mile round trip in one day........today I feel my true age The color choice for Ken is RED, remember your last daily driver that was black? Almost killed you trying to keep it clean......

08-20-2006, 11:12 PM	#4
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	Re: What did you get done? Sat AM, I went to a small local swap meet in Garland @ Autobahn Park. I picked up a new 4-core radiator for $100. I ran into several old friend & did some catching up. I got home & worked on my 68 Sat afternoon. I didn't realize the brackets were different on the 3-row vs. 4-row radiators so I played around w/a couple different options. I'm currently looking for the correct bracketry/rubber. Today I was lazy & watched the race & then worked on installing the van tilt into the 68. I managed to get it temporarily installed but need a few parts to finish up. Not as productive as I wanted, but I @ least did some stuff. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

08-20-2006, 11:48 PM	#5
1974gmc In Progress Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kamloops, BC, Canada Posts: 312	Re: What did you get done? saturday morning I cut the coils on the '74. sunday I put the bed back on it and cleaned up the yard a bit. __________________ 1993 Chevrolet K2500 454 4L80E 1974 GMC 1/2t 2wd Stepside 305 auto sold 1985 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 5spd

08-21-2006, 12:55 AM	#6
trkklr77 Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: vacaville ca, because it as far from indy as i can be Posts: 775	Re: What did you get done? since noon i gutted my free 69 engine bay and removed the clip and set the 75 2wd suspension in and drilled the one mismatched hole, got it all bolted up and replaced the clip. went and picked up a th400 to go in it [$100 or a th350 4x4 trade] gona line up the bbc 454 tommorrow and bolt them all in to get a ride height so i will now how much to cut. ive been tweaking alot lately on my 77 4x4 as well, highsteer, detroit, tire rack, got a new 75 body for it, it goes on and on and on ................. Attached Images Last edited by trkklr77; 08-21-2006 at 01:40 AM.

08-21-2006, 09:58 AM	#7
Eyegore What Hump? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New River AZ Posts: 2,009	Re: What did you get done? Washed and waxed the 86, made a big mistake and used this eagle one wheel cleaner - stupid stuff left stains all over my wheels, now using wenol to get it off, I tried the mothers buffing wheel and cleaner and it did no good. Anyone else have an idea on how to get this off? __________________ Lil red 86 c-10 99 Sub 78 Camper Special w/ 454

08-21-2006, 11:33 PM	#8
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Re: What did you get done? I worked all weekend. I did get some time in on the Blazer between shifts and got the timing gear setup and balancer installed. I got burnt on the neck and shoulders pretty good so I had to call it early. Tomorrow I'm going to have to get some bolts the PO lacked using Hopefully it will be able to check the timing etc. with the new timing chain etc. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

08-22-2006, 01:52 AM	#9
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: What did you get done? I worked my butt off on Saturday at In-N-Out, then went to an MR2 meet on Sunday. I plan to clean my suspension and wheels this weekend.

08-22-2006, 09:32 AM	#10
cheyguy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Manchester, TN Posts: 215	Re: What did you get done? I got my tilt column installed. Unfortunately there's some slop in the upper shaft, my steering wheel isn't straight when the wheels are, the blinkers don't shut off, and my back up lights come on between park and reverse and go off in reverse. So I guess I know what I'm doing next weekend. __________________ '71 Cheyenne Super '80 Custom Deluxe '75 Blazer Last edited by cheyguy; 08-22-2006 at 09:36 AM.

08-22-2006, 09:48 AM	#11
Grande Rojo paper or plastic? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 671	Re: What did you get done? Had the flu for the last 3 days. __________________ 1967 Chevy SWB 250 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442157 1977 Chevy SWB 454 No More 454 getting 5.3 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310518 1977 Stepside Truck of the month winner http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=135524 1965 Chevy C10 454 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=731372 1975 Dodge Power Wagon http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7871388

08-22-2006, 11:51 AM	#12
454HO Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,223	Re: What did you get done? Well, I found my way back to this forum. I haven't done a thing to the truck in almost 10 months. Too many other projects getting in the way. Hopefully I will be able to get back on it soon. __________________ - Greg

08-22-2006, 01:36 PM	#13
thundertiger25 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 19	Re: What did you get done? I got a rebuild power steering gear and installed it, it stuck turning to the left but worked ok turning to the right so I ripped it back off there and exchanged it for another one. I put the new one on and it works perfectly. :] Next weekend is scheduled for a front end rebuild with my rebuild kit from performance suspension :] __________________ My 77c10 Silverado I Love My Truck Last edited by thundertiger25; 08-22-2006 at 01:36 PM.

08-22-2006, 07:14 PM	#14
SanitysBane Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,121	Re: What did you get done? Got the frame spray bombed and most of the front suspesion peices. Decided I am going to take a little bit of time and this truck look nice before I start on the Chevelle. __________________ '96 Nissan Pathfinder '02 Firebird Trans Am. '88 K5 Blazer

08-24-2006, 12:21 PM	#15
TEAM THC CUSTOM CHEVY FIEND Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CHICO CA Posts: 227	Re: What did you get done? Washed The Rig And Had A Birthday Party For My Son (5 Years Old) Other Than That Nothing Special. __________________ THE QUEST CONTINUES TO BUILD A TRUCK WITH THE PERFECT BLEND OF OLD AND NEW SCHOOL STYLING. SEE PROJECT PICTURES AT CARDOMAIN.COM. SEARCH MEMBER ID TEAMTHC



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