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**ChiefRocka** · 09-11-2007, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by slepysal

Whats up guys ? I used to have a 1953 Chevy Wagon,all re chromed bumpers, grill ,it had skirts, visors ,and spot lights. That thing was nice . I was driving it to the good guys one time and it ran out of gas right around the corner from my house. I filled it up and noticed my water pump leaking. I was pissed. I drove it home. I wound up selling for $3000.00 !!!
The leson learned, never sellyour car when your pissed.

Everyone read his last sentence !!!! Pay close attention !!!!

Dinos63 · 09-12-2007, 01:41 AM

Hey chief, that was a 409 wagon dam,well my wagon left on sunday , how about novas? I see on your post you got a 71? i love novas , i just clean house i was car deep,my green car and the 63 just left,but a got a line on 69 pro street car,man am a twisted dude. hit me back on any pics you got on you nova, lator

**ChiefRocka** · 09-12-2007, 07:48 AM

I picked up a true 71 SS Nova about a year or so ago....its stored away right now in my folks garage (my warehouse) untill I'm ready to tear into it.

I've always likes Novas...and I pickled one up because my Father-n-law had this race motor sitting around that we pulled out of the '57 wagon (wife's car..now sports a ZZ4)

So I looked everywhere for a 66-67 but could not find one...or rust buckets/baskets were WAY overpriced....

So I found this 71 SS on Craiglist, and ended up trading the guy for a Garage Door installed.

Now that I have it, I like the 68-72's.

It actually has a stronger body/chassis than the older ones.

I'll shoot you some pics soon...not much to see right now....

Don't even know if I'll ever get to all my projects....I keep changing my mind as to what to build next !!!

**ChiefRocka** · 10-09-2007, 09:29 PM

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satin64 · 10-16-2007, 09:23 AM

man those novas are sweet

i really like the first gen.guess im partial to them i own 2 and have had about a dozen

jchav62 · 10-16-2007, 11:58 AM

Nice cars!! I like em all...

Iron-Butt · 10-18-2007, 06:50 PM

I like all of them too.

NF65Fleetside · 11-01-2007, 01:24 AM

anything new with the chief and or future plans?

**ChiefRocka** · 11-01-2007, 06:31 AM

[QUOTE=johnnyzoom;2425314]Wow, lots of hard quality work there, but especially the engine. I'm sure I'll refer to your post in the future for my truck. Thanks for taking the time to post all this and include pictures.

Thanks.....and Your welcome !!

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Originally Posted by NF65Fleetside

anything new with the chief and or future plans?

As a matter of fact, I just ordered some aluminum pulleys from Summit and a correct March alternator mounting system. Basically, it's just a rear bracket to compensate for the 'holeless' 202 heads. The one I made, is like a hair off. To the eye it looks perfect, but at high RPMs the belt keeps flying off. So hopefully, this does the trick.

I while back, I also received my alum. radiator from Summit.....didn't need it, just wanted it.

From Classic, I ordered a glove box, rear-view, dome light, and a door weather strip kit....the doors/glass rattle for days...I'm tired of it.

Just need some time now.

I think my next major step will be a rear fuel tank and 5-lug axle-shafts and discs.

**ChiefRocka** · 11-08-2007, 09:19 AM

I changed out the pulleys and the alternater mounting....next will be the Aluminum Radiator....
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Man...that thing is dusty from sitting in the shop...it definately needs bags...don't you think ?? Any photo "choppers" wanna try this pic ?
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Later....

David Flores · 11-08-2007, 09:42 AM

I actually like that stance. What are you using?
Bags would be a plus though.

Lemondrop63 · 11-08-2007, 09:44 AM

Looking good, chief !

**ChiefRocka** · 11-08-2007, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by David Flores

I actually like that stance. What are you using?
Bags would be a plus though.

Heated springs in the front from the previous owner !!!

The rear springs are some stiff import springs that I had laying around..not sure what they are out of.

As you can see from the lower a-arms...the suspension is pretty much maxed...it still aligned to within spec..not perfect, but steers straight....

Like I mentioned before, I have this certain knowledge of suspensions (

)...just no time for my own projects.

Just like the old saying goes "the Plumbers pipes leak....the roofers house needs a new roof...etc,etc,etc.

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Originally Posted by Lemondrop63

Looking good, chief !

Thanks man

**slepysal** · 11-08-2007, 11:16 AM

Looking good !!! Man thats a sweet set up( the whole truck ) props !

NF65Fleetside · 11-08-2007, 02:04 PM

amazing how small changes (even if pricey) can make such a world of a difference. Look'n good mayn!

**ChiefRocka** · 11-09-2007, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by NF65Fleetside

amazing how small changes (even if pricey) can make such a world of a difference. Look'n good mayn!

They weren't too pricey...they are the 'Summit' brand pulleys

boogie67 · 11-08-2007, 11:08 PM

Man i just went thru all 13pages on your truck.You have a very nice truck and you do great work.Really enjoyed reading this.

**ChiefRocka** · 11-09-2007, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by boogie67

Man i just went thru all 13pages on your truck.You have a very nice truck and you do great work.Really enjoyed reading this.

Thanks for the comments on my truck, work, and checking out the build....I know it was a long read......

P_A · 11-09-2007, 09:40 PM

John, I just read this whole thread and i gotta say you did a killer job on the ole Chief! I can't wait to see what else you have in the works.

**ChiefRocka** · 11-10-2007, 12:07 AM

Thanks Paul...as I mentioned before...it is all the props, compliments, and advise that keep myself (and everyone else here) going.

I run a custom shop...but tend to sometimes slack a little (too much on plate)...but.... when you post pics/progress reports, the input and responces you get, help keep you going.

As far as the Chief....what is next is just the ALum Radiator for know.

I have door glass seals, glove box, rear view, dome light. etc. Just small things for now.

I am almost finished with my customers '67 c-20 Chassis....then comes the 69 Vette...NO time for my stuff....

I guess the hood will have to go on soon....

....when we actually get some rain....

....Gonna have to shoot that underside with the same fenderwell paint as well.

Hopefully next year it will have the "FAST" bags...to promote some of my work.

Later

**Chevy Fleetside** · 11-15-2007, 09:36 AM

It seems to be coming along. I noticed you said you were going to get an aluminum radiator. I just notice the radiator in your truck is the size they use for the 194ci 6cly engine. That thing is tiny..

**ChiefRocka** · 11-15-2007, 09:53 AM

I know man...it is tiny. But you know what, surprizingly it does not get hot at all....It really surprises alot of people.

I'm going with an aluminum just for a nicer look. Most people like the look of it hanging out there like that.

I thnk it would run hotter if the hood was one, thats probably why.

Anyway, the rad is next.

Later

**slepysal** · 11-15-2007, 11:37 AM

Yea Chief thats one little rad! The alum. one will set it off nice !

**ChiefRocka** · 11-17-2007, 12:24 AM

NF65Fleetside · 11-17-2007, 07:44 PM

daym thats a clean shot of the rear...you run'n bias tires?

09-12-2007, 01:41 AM	#2
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Hey chief, that was a 409 wagon dam,well my wagon left on sunday , how about novas? I see on your post you got a 71? i love novas , i just clean house i was car deep,my green car and the 63 just left,but a got a line on 69 pro street car,man am a twisted dude. hit me back on any pics you got on you nova, lator Attached Images

09-12-2007, 07:48 AM	#3
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I picked up a true 71 SS Nova about a year or so ago....its stored away right now in my folks garage (my warehouse) untill I'm ready to tear into it. I've always likes Novas...and I pickled one up because my Father-n-law had this race motor sitting around that we pulled out of the '57 wagon (wife's car..now sports a ZZ4) So I looked everywhere for a 66-67 but could not find one...or rust buckets/baskets were WAY overpriced.... So I found this 71 SS on Craiglist, and ended up trading the guy for a Garage Door installed. Now that I have it, I like the 68-72's. It actually has a stronger body/chassis than the older ones. I'll shoot you some pics soon...not much to see right now.... Don't even know if I'll ever get to all my projects....I keep changing my mind as to what to build next !!! __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

10-09-2007, 09:29 PM	#4
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... T T T __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

10-16-2007, 09:23 AM	#5
satin64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: st.helens oregon Posts: 312	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... man those novas are sweeti really like the first gen.guess im partial to them i own 2 and have had about a dozen

10-16-2007, 11:58 AM	#6
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Nice cars!! I like em all... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

10-18-2007, 06:50 PM	#7
Iron-Butt 454 club Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,348	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I like all of them too. __________________ David 1965 Chevrolet c-10 454 automatic Custom bbw swb. 1965 Chevrolet C-10 swb (Sold) 1963 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl automatic with dual exhaust, pb, ps and 17's. R.I.P "I will miss you. 1967 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl Custom lwb 1939 Chevrolet Coupe, 350 v8 automatic. 1935 Chevrolet 2 Dr Standard in the works. 2015 Harley Davidson Street Glide. 2023 Chevrolet Stingray Z51 Convertible. I never want to grow up.

11-01-2007, 01:24 AM	#8
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... anything new with the chief and or future plans?

11-08-2007, 09:19 AM	#10
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I changed out the pulleys and the alternater mounting....next will be the Aluminum Radiator.... - - - - - - Man...that thing is dusty from sitting in the shop...it definately needs bags...don't you think ?? Any photo "choppers" wanna try this pic ? - - Later.... __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 11-08-2007 at 09:26 AM.

11-08-2007, 09:42 AM	#11
David Flores Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Temple Texas Posts: 399	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I actually like that stance. What are you using? Bags would be a plus though. __________________ 66 c10 swbfs My Build.

11-08-2007, 09:44 AM	#12
Lemondrop63 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ohio Posts: 109	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Looking good, chief ! __________________ This one time at bandcamp, in my c10, I ran over the girl hiding the flute! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=255141

11-08-2007, 11:16 AM	#14
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Looking good !!! Man thats a sweet set up( the whole truck ) props ! __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

11-08-2007, 02:04 PM	#15
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... amazing how small changes (even if pricey) can make such a world of a difference. Look'n good mayn!

11-08-2007, 11:08 PM	#17
boogie67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: waco tx Posts: 584	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Man i just went thru all 13pages on your truck.You have a very nice truck and you do great work.Really enjoyed reading this. __________________ 77 swb starting all over again.

11-09-2007, 09:40 PM	#19
P_A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: huntsville,al Posts: 75	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... John, I just read this whole thread and i gotta say you did a killer job on the ole Chief! I can't wait to see what else you have in the works. __________________ Paul 1964 C10 SWB Fleetside-396/M21 4 speed 1957 Belair-283/M21 4 speed 1972 Camaro

11-10-2007, 12:07 AM	#20
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Thanks Paul...as I mentioned before...it is all the props, compliments, and advise that keep myself (and everyone else here) going. I run a custom shop...but tend to sometimes slack a little (too much on plate)...but.... when you post pics/progress reports, the input and responces you get, help keep you going. As far as the Chief....what is next is just the ALum Radiator for know. I have door glass seals, glove box, rear view, dome light. etc. Just small things for now. I am almost finished with my customers '67 c-20 Chassis....then comes the 69 Vette...NO time for my stuff.... I guess the hood will have to go on soon........when we actually get some rain........Gonna have to shoot that underside with the same fenderwell paint as well. Hopefully next year it will have the "FAST" bags...to promote some of my work. Later __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 11-10-2007 at 12:08 AM.



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11-15-2007, 09:36 AM	#21
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... It seems to be coming along. I noticed you said you were going to get an aluminum radiator. I just notice the radiator in your truck is the size they use for the 194ci 6cly engine. That thing is tiny.. __________________ "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

11-15-2007, 09:53 AM	#22
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I know man...it is tiny. But you know what, surprizingly it does not get hot at all....It really surprises alot of people. I'm going with an aluminum just for a nicer look. Most people like the look of it hanging out there like that. I thnk it would run hotter if the hood was one, thats probably why. Anyway, the rad is next. Later __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

11-15-2007, 11:37 AM	#23
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Yea Chief thats one little rad! The alum. one will set it off nice ! __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

11-17-2007, 12:24 AM	#24
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

11-17-2007, 07:44 PM	#25
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... daym thats a clean shot of the rear...you run'n bias tires?

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