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07-05-2011, 06:23 PM
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Re: Rods 57
Here are the after shots. I started on the inside and used 10 of those clamps in the before shot. after each tack I re-tightened them and checked with a straight edge to make sure it was lined up.
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07-05-2011, 06:26 PM
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Anyway, thanks for the encouragement, it really helps to keep you going when you find a problem and you want to quit it seems like someone on here has already seen it and fixed it, and has two ways to do it better next time.
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07-05-2011, 09:17 PM
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Nicely done!
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07-06-2011, 02:32 AM
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Real nice repair.
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07-08-2011, 11:55 AM
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I think the red and black would look great.
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07-08-2011, 03:44 PM
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That is exactly what I am talking about! thanks for the pictures.
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07-08-2011, 03:47 PM
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The hole for the steering is because its a GMC cab. I have the male end of it hooked to the column already. i plan on using some polished allen head bolts to dress it up.
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07-09-2011, 04:57 PM
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Man your getting it done with a quickness, Great weld job on the fender "beautiful"
The flat black and red does look great now that I see it, didnt think it would but it does look great! |
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07-09-2011, 05:33 PM
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Red and Black is very slick looking. Truck is coming along real good!
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07-12-2011, 12:27 PM
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Have to share the best hood scoop ever! saw it this last weekend.
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07-12-2011, 12:36 PM
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i am liking this build lotz..... good job on the fender repair... i had one of these trucks years ago...... keep up the good work... will be checking back later on.
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07-13-2011, 01:50 AM
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WOW man, truck looks really good. VERY nice work on the fender!
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07-13-2011, 10:11 AM
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You are doing a GREAT job! I can't believe that I've missed this thread. I have to laugh when you initially that you were kind of embarrassed to post pictures of your work! You do extremely nice work, so don't feel embarrassed at all. Proud is more like it. The fender turned out amazing. Most guys would have thrown that fender in the trash, but you saved yours.
I like the red/black combo. With the steelies and whitewalls, that truck will look awesome.
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07-13-2011, 01:42 PM
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I second what Chevyrestroguy said. You are doing a great job buddy.
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07-14-2011, 01:52 AM
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Hey the paint looks great. Tell us more about it. How did you do it and what did you use? I like the semi gloss or semi flat look. Also, I cant get a real good look but it looks like you have a one piece door window that looks nice. Do you have one and if so what brand did you use?
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07-14-2011, 09:48 AM
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Very nice work I really enjoy the build !
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07-15-2011, 12:52 PM
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Looking good Rod. I like the red on the frame.
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07-20-2011, 12:34 AM
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Thanks Kim, I wasn't sure about it at first but I am loving it now. Now I am fixing more metal, doors, fenders and the bed.
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07-29-2011, 11:09 AM
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I added some pieces to cover the cab corner holes behind the seats. i tacked them in and then seam sealed them after that.
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08-09-2011, 07:56 PM
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So its about 95 - 100 in Boise right now so I finally finished a little project in my shop, I got a 5 newer HVAC unit a while back and just got the final wiring done today. AC/Heat in my shop finally....
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08-09-2011, 10:52 PM
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I feel your pain, been out working in my garage and sweating like crazy, didn't think it was that hot.
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08-09-2011, 11:20 PM
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I remember last summer working out in the driveway in the 100 degree Idaho heat. I had a big fan and a shade tarp and lots of water.
Starting really early on the weekends before it got hot!!  I hate when you leave a tool out in the sun and then you get burned when you finally remember to pick it up!! PS I am liking the red too!!!
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