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Delmo · 01-05-2012, 09:31 PM

Awesome buds.

64shortc10 · 01-06-2012, 12:20 PM

Bad @$$! Keep it going!
Tony from Norcal
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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-06-2012, 10:04 PM

How tall are those rear wheels and tires?

stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 03:48 AM

I decided to get the cab on the chassis so I can nail down my wheelbase, build my driveline, mount the front clip, start working on getting the porterbuilt hood hinge "pads" welded to the hood, etc etc.

I re-enacted my Egyptian cab moving process (I need to incorporate some of their ancient levers and pulleys next time though..) Elevate cab, roll the chassis over/under and lower the cab..

.. then I cut out my "inner fenders" to clear the tires and bolted them up..

it's amazing how a few hours of hanging sheet-metal can make it look like you actually accomplished something.. plus it's extra motivating to go out into the garage and see a truck there rather than a chassis and some parts...

here are some pics.
one of my daughters got a whizzy new camera that does panorama shots ... so I'll add some of those pics... has kind of a wide angle / fisheye lens effect...

Hopefully tomorrow I can get the hood in place and functioning... we'll see.

stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

How tall are those rear wheels and tires?

I didn't see your post until now.. sorry.
I'll measure them tomorrow and let you know.

stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

How tall are those rear wheels and tires?

the fronts are ~27.625 and the rears are ~29.875

**lolife99** · 01-07-2012, 07:47 AM

Looks good.
Just curious why you didn't paint the firewall before reinstalling the cab?
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stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Looks good.
Just curious why you didn't paint the firewall before reinstalling the cab?
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Good question man.

I decided to do all the paint work at the same time so cowl, underside of hood, bulkhead for the vintage air kit a few interior bits and whatever I fab up for the bed.

I needed the cab on to get my box positioned in the right place and nail my wheelbase so that I can build my driveshaft.

Hopefully only off and back on 1 more time.
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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-07-2012, 10:25 AM

Truck is looking good love those subtle flames...

**67cheby** · 01-07-2012, 10:27 AM

Looks sick !!

classicchev · 01-07-2012, 12:34 PM

Looks like you have been doing something now.. You should of called me and borrowed the cab lift, but it probably would have taken longer to pick it up than it did to lift the cab back on.

Those fisheye pics just look weird, kind of make me feel nauseous, strange!

So whats next??

Darren

stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by classicchev

Looks like you have been doing something now.. You should of called me and borrowed the cab lift, but it probably would have taken longer to pick it up than it did to lift the cab back on.

Those fisheye pics just look weird, kind of make me feel nauseous, strange!

So whats next??

Darren

Hey Darren ... Was going to call you but couldn't find your number.
Thanks though.

The fisheye shots were designed to induce a stomach ache.

As for what's next, I think I'm going to weld the porterbuilt hood hinge pads on and get the hood operating and then move on to the raised bed floor, accuair mounts and bed mounts. Etc etc
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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-07-2012, 03:07 PM

Thanks looks like I left enough room to put bigger wheels and tires on my ride in the future..

tr69c10 · 01-07-2012, 04:35 PM

Just found this build look really good nice job

stickelspeed · 01-07-2012, 09:53 PM

Spent quite a bit of time in the garage today but didn't get too much done.

I DID get the hood hinges welded up and got the hood on the truck...
The Porterbuilt hinges are pretty much idiot proof (as evidenced by the fact that I was successful today).... super slick... super simple... solid.. smooth..

My son was a big help... actually.. he did most of the work.. thanks bud..

a few shots...

Then I spent 2 hours staring into the bed trying to scheme wth I'm gonna do.... still undecided..

jasonhall · 01-07-2012, 10:01 PM

Awesome progress!!

jwalk · 01-07-2012, 10:16 PM

Looking good!

Slammed66 · 01-07-2012, 10:22 PM

Looks fantastic!!!

Wish I was this far along!!
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502ms · 01-08-2012, 07:55 PM

Just read this whole thread...very nice
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**67cheby** · 01-07-2012, 10:23 PM

Sweet
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VA72C10 · 01-07-2012, 10:31 PM

Nice!!!

72BlckButy · 01-07-2012, 11:01 PM

Looking good!

stickelspeed · 01-08-2012, 03:30 PM

Semi-Random Question of the day..

Can 2 tone paint w/ High and Low Chrome work with shaved markers, emblems, fuel filler, door handles and 1 pc glass..?

Or is it an abomination?

??

Delmo · 01-08-2012, 04:36 PM

Nice work on the hood bro. Aren't those hinges sweet?

I think I have to say no to the shaved with high low chrome. Doesn't work for me.

stickelspeed · 01-08-2012, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Delmo

Nice work on the hood bro. Aren't those hinges sweet?

I think I have to say no to the shaved with high low chrome. Doesn't work for me.

ya.. I agree... It's kind of like it's just missing something(s).. wasn't sure if it was just me or not..

I'm trying to figure out options IF I were to someday lose the flames. I can't see myself unshaving the markers/handles etc... so... thought I'd photoshop this to see what it would look like..

01-05-2012, 09:31 PM	#1
Delmo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 1,226	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Awesome buds.

01-06-2012, 12:20 PM	#2
64shortc10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Winters, Ca. Posts: 1,069	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Bad @$$! Keep it going! Tony from Norcal Posted via Mobile Device

01-06-2012, 10:04 PM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,591	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build How tall are those rear wheels and tires? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-07-2012, 03:48 AM	#4
stickelspeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 130	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build I decided to get the cab on the chassis so I can nail down my wheelbase, build my driveline, mount the front clip, start working on getting the porterbuilt hood hinge "pads" welded to the hood, etc etc. I re-enacted my Egyptian cab moving process (I need to incorporate some of their ancient levers and pulleys next time though..) Elevate cab, roll the chassis over/under and lower the cab.. .. then I cut out my "inner fenders" to clear the tires and bolted them up.. it's amazing how a few hours of hanging sheet-metal can make it look like you actually accomplished something.. plus it's extra motivating to go out into the garage and see a truck there rather than a chassis and some parts... here are some pics. one of my daughters got a whizzy new camera that does panorama shots ... so I'll add some of those pics... has kind of a wide angle / fisheye lens effect... Hopefully tomorrow I can get the hood in place and functioning... we'll see. __________________ Here's my Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build and, you can check me out on Instagram as @stickelspeed and @digitalc10 Last edited by stickelspeed; 01-07-2012 at 04:04 AM. Reason: .

01-07-2012, 07:47 AM	#7
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,690	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Looks good. Just curious why you didn't paint the firewall before reinstalling the cab? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

01-07-2012, 10:25 AM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,591	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Truck is looking good love those subtle flames... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-07-2012, 10:27 AM	#10
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Looks sick !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

01-07-2012, 12:34 PM	#11
classicchev Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 1,936	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Looks like you have been doing something now.. You should of called me and borrowed the cab lift, but it probably would have taken longer to pick it up than it did to lift the cab back on. Those fisheye pics just look weird, kind of make me feel nauseous, strange! So whats next?? Darren __________________ 67- 72 Parts collecter

01-07-2012, 03:07 PM	#13
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,591	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Thanks looks like I left enough room to put bigger wheels and tires on my ride in the future.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-07-2012, 04:35 PM	#14
tr69c10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: bellflower ca Posts: 370	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Just found this build look really good nice job

01-07-2012, 09:53 PM	#15
stickelspeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 130	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Spent quite a bit of time in the garage today but didn't get too much done. I DID get the hood hinges welded up and got the hood on the truck... The Porterbuilt hinges are pretty much idiot proof (as evidenced by the fact that I was successful today).... super slick... super simple... solid.. smooth.. My son was a big help... actually.. he did most of the work.. thanks bud.. a few shots... Then I spent 2 hours staring into the bed trying to scheme wth I'm gonna do.... still undecided.. __________________ Here's my Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build and, you can check me out on Instagram as @stickelspeed and @digitalc10

01-07-2012, 10:01 PM	#16
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Awesome progress!!

01-07-2012, 10:16 PM	#17
jwalk What was I thinking? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: oklahoma Posts: 1,137	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Looking good! __________________ Justin '68 C/10 Custom Long wide bed '78 GMC Sierra short wide Project: Second time around...'68 short wide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423949

01-07-2012, 10:22 PM	#18
Slammed66 Needs a Big Block Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Red Deer , Alberta Posts: 1,198	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Looks fantastic!!! Wish I was this far along!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1964 Short box On dropmembers and billets 1962 Suburban family cruiser 1972 K10

01-08-2012, 07:55 PM	#19
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Just read this whole thread...very nice Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual



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01-07-2012, 10:23 PM	#20
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Sweet Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

01-07-2012, 10:31 PM	#21
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Nice!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-07-2012, 11:01 PM	#22
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01-08-2012, 03:30 PM	#23
stickelspeed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 130	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Semi-Random Question of the day.. Can 2 tone paint w/ High and Low Chrome work with shaved markers, emblems, fuel filler, door handles and 1 pc glass..? Or is it an abomination? ?? __________________ Here's my Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build and, you can check me out on Instagram as @stickelspeed and @digitalc10

01-08-2012, 04:36 PM	#24
Delmo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 1,226	Re: Worlds Slowest Dropmember Build Nice work on the hood bro. Aren't those hinges sweet? I think I have to say no to the shaved with high low chrome. Doesn't work for me.

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