'65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bomp · 09-01-2021, 07:54 PM

Here we are. About 10-12 years ago a co-worker found this on Craigslist and showed it to me on his phone.
About 15 minutes later I left work to go check it out.
Talked to the original owner, shook hands, deal was done.
At that time and currently I have that Steiner project going on or on hold or something..... Sometimes you just gotta put it aside and do something easier.
I wasn't planning on doing a thread of the build because I get easily distracted but here it is.
List of things completed.
Shortened frame
Built frame stiffener
Shortened bed sides
Found automatic transmission(s) all rebuilt. th350,th400,700R4
Have a 396 all machined and built when I was in my 20's,,, never fired. I just turned 54 and will open it back up to inspect.
Pulled cab and nose off.
Cab is being gutted, might need rockers.

The inside of the cab will get a re-spray but the outside will keep all its glory.

Bomp · 09-01-2021, 07:58 PM

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Here is
a pic of the frame stiffener.
Shortened frame
Shortened bed sides
And a selfie

Bomp · 09-01-2021, 08:09 PM

Removing cab and nose.
Cab disassemble
You can barely see the frame stiffener in the first pic by the transmission.
Tearing down and finding the gook.
Hope to get the cab tear down completed this week but you know how it goes.
Ordered one of them fancy windshield wiper are removal tools. Them wiper arms are stubborn.
This week, next week a year from now. Its fun getting back at turning the wrenches.
See ya when I see ya.

**The Rocknrod** · 09-02-2021, 06:12 AM

Wow your really getting it done. Nice shop too.

Bomp · 09-04-2021, 12:50 PM

Thanks Rocknrod.
More disassemble of the cab. Was led to believe the radio hole was cut for the aftermarket radio by po. Upon pulling radio I was surprised to find fully uncut.

All glass, wiring out.
Windshield wiper motor and gas pedal left to pull.
Floor is going to need some lovin.
Til next time when more progress is made.

Grizz1963 · 09-04-2021, 01:01 PM

Good to see you back on here Greg.

54?

What happened to us?

**The Rocknrod** · 09-04-2021, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grizz1963

Good to see you back on here Greg.

54?

What happened to us?

You got lucky and lived. Some don't.

Low Elco · 09-07-2021, 11:12 PM

Great Progress! Can't wait!

Bomp · 10-05-2021, 06:34 PM

The rainy season has started.
Cab on rotisserie, not guaranteeing anything

joesscamaro · 10-06-2021, 07:15 AM

Excited to see the progress. Keep us posted!

88Stanger · 10-06-2021, 10:01 AM

nice work so far sir!!!

Bomp · 12-28-2021, 06:54 PM

Thanks Fellas and Merry Christmas.
Since last I started back to work. Hired at a sister company from the one I spent 26 years at so Im on graveyard. At least Im back to work. If I could afford it I could do retirement.
Anywho I spent some time putting on the drivers side rocker. Pics are before I spot welded it on.
Not the best but this project isn't about perfection.

Would've gotten more done sooner but thought we'd all be dead by now from the cvid crap. ~Later

**clemdaddy** · 12-28-2021, 07:57 PM

L I B...
So good to see you back. This Jimmy looks like a very worthy project. Real Custom Cab, big window and lots of plus parts. We will be following the progress sir and enjoying your big-time skills and the prose that we have come to love.

realvc · 12-28-2021, 09:07 PM

Looking good as usual. Good to hear from you too.

**cwcarpenter98** · 12-29-2021, 12:18 AM

That new rocker panel looks like it is fitting nicely. How much modification was needed to get it where it's at?

**pdxhall** · 12-31-2021, 03:35 PM

It's good to see you back at it, my friend. I'll be keeping in touch.

Low Elco · 01-11-2022, 02:06 AM

Great to see you back in the saddle!

aggie91 · 01-13-2022, 12:53 PM

Nice to have you back and good to hear you are working again. Will follow along on this one too.

duallyjams · 02-19-2022, 10:58 AM

Can Bomp come out and play ?

joe dirt · 02-23-2022, 02:10 PM

what are the plans for suspension?

Bomp · 08-22-2022, 09:07 PM

Cab mounts are made, cab bolted on.
Bed sides are on but nothing final.

Origionally I shortened the longbed frame and built a stiffener. Talked to several people and every single one always pointed out no matter how cool it is it'll still handle like an old truck and not fun to drive.....

I came across a '91 short bed frame so this build "hopefully" will be fun to drive.

Thats about it for now.

Grizz1963 · 08-22-2022, 09:18 PM

Hey buddy…….

Guess where I am headed next week.

https://forum.retro-rides.org/thread...p-grizz-nascar

Doing some miles.

09-01-2021, 07:54 PM	#1
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	'65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Here we are. About 10-12 years ago a co-worker found this on Craigslist and showed it to me on his phone. About 15 minutes later I left work to go check it out. Talked to the original owner, shook hands, deal was done. At that time and currently I have that Steiner project going on or on hold or something..... Sometimes you just gotta put it aside and do something easier. I wasn't planning on doing a thread of the build because I get easily distracted but here it is. List of things completed. Shortened frame Built frame stiffener Shortened bed sides Found automatic transmission(s) all rebuilt. th350,th400,700R4 Have a 396 all machined and built when I was in my 20's,,, never fired. I just turned 54 and will open it back up to inspect. Pulled cab and nose off. Cab is being gutted, might need rockers. The inside of the cab will get a re-spray but the outside will keep all its glory. Attached Images

09-01-2021, 07:58 PM	#2
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Here is a pic of the frame stiffener. Shortened frame Shortened bed sides And a selfie

09-01-2021, 08:09 PM	#3
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Removing cab and nose. Cab disassemble You can barely see the frame stiffener in the first pic by the transmission. Tearing down and finding the gook. Hope to get the cab tear down completed this week but you know how it goes. Ordered one of them fancy windshield wiper are removal tools. Them wiper arms are stubborn. This week, next week a year from now. Its fun getting back at turning the wrenches. See ya when I see ya. Attached Images Last edited by Bomp; 09-01-2021 at 08:11 PM. Reason: forgot vital life saving info to the build

09-02-2021, 06:12 AM	#4
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Wow your really getting it done. Nice shop too. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

09-04-2021, 12:50 PM	#5
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Thanks Rocknrod. More disassemble of the cab. Was led to believe the radio hole was cut for the aftermarket radio by po. Upon pulling radio I was surprised to find fully uncut. All glass, wiring out. Windshield wiper motor and gas pedal left to pull. Floor is going to need some lovin. Til next time when more progress is made. Attached Images

09-04-2021, 01:01 PM	#6
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,572	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Good to see you back on here Greg. 54? What happened to us? __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

09-07-2021, 11:12 PM	#8
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Great Progress! Can't wait! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

10-05-2021, 06:34 PM	#9
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? The rainy season has started. Cab on rotisserie, not guaranteeing anything Attached Images

10-06-2021, 07:15 AM	#10
joesscamaro Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Newport, North Carolina Posts: 643	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Excited to see the progress. Keep us posted!

10-06-2021, 10:01 AM	#11
88Stanger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,654	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? nice work so far sir!!! __________________ John 3:16 - Saved me... God Bless

12-28-2021, 06:54 PM	#12
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Thanks Fellas and Merry Christmas. Since last I started back to work. Hired at a sister company from the one I spent 26 years at so Im on graveyard. At least Im back to work. If I could afford it I could do retirement. Anywho I spent some time putting on the drivers side rocker. Pics are before I spot welded it on. Not the best but this project isn't about perfection. Would've gotten more done sooner but thought we'd all be dead by now from the cvid crap. ~Later Attached Images Last edited by Bomp; 12-28-2021 at 07:01 PM.

12-28-2021, 07:57 PM	#13
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? L I B... So good to see you back. This Jimmy looks like a very worthy project. Real Custom Cab, big window and lots of plus parts. We will be following the progress sir and enjoying your big-time skills and the prose that we have come to love.

12-28-2021, 09:07 PM	#14
realvc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lake Norrell, Arkansas Posts: 415	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Looking good as usual. Good to hear from you too. __________________ Vince Galatians 6:14 62 SWB stepside, 94 Wrangler, 99 Z71, 99 vette My Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=719086 "If it's too loud, you're too old"

12-29-2021, 12:18 AM	#15
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,488	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? That new rocker panel looks like it is fitting nicely. How much modification was needed to get it where it's at? __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

12-31-2021, 03:35 PM	#16
pdxhall Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 2,084	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? It's good to see you back at it, my friend. I'll be keeping in touch. __________________ Sanity'66 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=515110 Long bed, Fleetside, Small back window I've Done So Much, With So Little, For So Long, That Now I Can Do Anything With Nothing.



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01-11-2022, 02:06 AM	#17
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Great to see you back in the saddle! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

01-13-2022, 12:53 PM	#18
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02-19-2022, 10:58 AM	#19
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02-23-2022, 02:10 PM	#20
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08-22-2022, 09:07 PM	#21
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Cab mounts are made, cab bolted on. Bed sides are on but nothing final. Origionally I shortened the longbed frame and built a stiffener. Talked to several people and every single one always pointed out no matter how cool it is it'll still handle like an old truck and not fun to drive..... I came across a '91 short bed frame so this build "hopefully" will be fun to drive. Thats about it for now. Attached Images

08-22-2022, 09:18 PM	#22
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,572	Re: '65 GMC by Bomp. But what about Steiner??? Hey buddy……. Guess where I am headed next week. https://forum.retro-rides.org/thread...p-grizz-nascar Doing some miles. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

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