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GATORBUILT '59 · 01-29-2008, 09:37 PM

Very Nice!!!!!!! Hot Rod yet Classy!

my67chevytruck · 01-29-2008, 11:41 PM

Very well done ProStreeter......

msgross · 01-30-2008, 01:50 AM

bad thing is that you are now competing against yourself in the car shows!

very nice ride

djracer · 02-02-2008, 11:05 AM

sweet sweet ride! Let me know if you need a fat deal on an all aluminum car hauler!

prostreeter58 · 02-03-2008, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

bad thing is that you are now competing against yourself in the car shows!

very nice ride

lol........would really sux if that was the case and I lost........

prostreeter58 · 02-03-2008, 08:34 AM

here is a pic of the bed in it's rough stage. This weekend I plan on concentrating on finishing the wood and plumbing in the air ride system.....

djracer · 02-03-2008, 11:12 AM

you need to bring that pair to the maggie valley show!

prostreeter58 · 02-03-2008, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by djracer

you need to bring that pair to the maggie valley show!

Where/when is the show?...........I might be persuaded to show up...

djracer · 02-03-2008, 12:56 PM

http://www.rockytopgrafix.com/defaul...=chevyshow.php

prostreeter58 · 02-03-2008, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by djracer

http://www.rockytopgrafix.com/defaul...=chevyshow.php

Not bad........only 639 miles from me............I will seriously consider attending.........

djracer · 02-03-2008, 01:18 PM

I haven't been able to go in a couple years but went the two years before that and it was totally Awesome!

prostreeter58 · 02-26-2008, 12:37 AM

guess it has been a while since I posted an update...........had to go through 3 pages to find my thread........anyway, I took the truck for it's first maiden ride today and overall I was pleased with the performance. Anytime you build something like this you hear thousands of noises that may or may not be there. I did hear some abnormal noises and brought it back and lifted the front end and found some bolts that were not as tight as they should have been. Also, I figured that since it was up I might as well wire the rotor bolts together just for safety sake. I was happy that it never got above 187 degrees on the temp. I am now waiting for it to cool so I can set the timing.......

my67chevytruck · 02-26-2008, 01:43 AM

Bad A$$

entourageguy · 02-26-2008, 07:20 AM

Looks good Bob. I really like the chrome around the windows with the red .

djracer · 02-26-2008, 07:38 AM

Lookin Sweet!

**bambbrose** · 02-26-2008, 09:47 AM

beautiful truck!

Daniel U · 02-26-2008, 10:34 AM

Absolutely Beautiful!

SURFER1316 · 02-26-2008, 07:24 PM

Not trying to be an ass, little constructive criticism, but when u safety wire bolts, wire should NEVER be a straight shot between holes, always wrap them such that when the first loosens, it tightens the second one. If you question if its "wrapped" around enough, go to the next hole. That and it's better (more of a pain in the ass) to wire the whole ring of bolts together. HAHA sorry spent a year being safety wire ***** on a race team

prostreeter58 · 02-26-2008, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SURFER1316

Not trying to be an ass, little constructive criticism, but when u safety wire bolts, wire should NEVER be a straight shot between holes, always wrap them such that when the first loosens, it tightens the second one. If you question if its "wrapped" around enough, go to the next hole. That and it's better (more of a pain in the ass) to wire the whole ring of bolts together. HAHA sorry spent a year being safety wire ***** on a race team

This is good information. This is the first time that I have done any wiring of bolts. I had the tool laying around for about 30 years and finally found a use for it and was so proud of the way it looked........oh well, it might not be functional, but it is pretty.........

.........thanks for the tip.

Igotachevyor2 · 02-27-2008, 04:23 AM

looks great

SURFER1316 · 02-27-2008, 10:23 AM

No problem glad to help, funny thing is even after a year, I still have to sit there talking to myself going "if this one spins left and loosens, then this ones gotta get pulled THAT WAY!

prostreeter58 · 03-08-2008, 08:55 PM

Well I have been driving my truck around for a few days and decided to pull it back in the garage and tighten up any loose ends. I found that the headers were not sealing correctly, called Sandersen and they told me to send them back and they will correct the problem. Then I decided that since it is down that I would install the Gear Vendors, overdrive/underdrive system. That has been ordered and I am awaiting it's arrival. The reason that I decided on that is due to it taching to high and I wanted to make it more economical for daily driving. I checked out the 700r4 route, but, I figured that a TH 400 with the Gear Vendors system is a more bullit proof system. I will post some pics when the parts arrive.

poncho_villa · 03-09-2008, 04:12 AM

I'm itchin to see the results of that. I've been dreaming of a gearvendors overdrive all winter. You going to do the install yourself or get a tranny shop to do it?

prostreeter58 · 03-09-2008, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poncho_villa

I'm itchin to see the results of that. I've been dreaming of a gearvendors overdrive all winter. You going to do the install yourself or get a tranny shop to do it?

I spoke to the company and was told that it is a very "straight forward install"............with that in mind, I am planning on installing it myself......I am not at all proficient with trannys, but, this sounds like a very easy fit.......we will see.

poncho_villa · 03-09-2008, 11:54 AM

Yes, thats the way I was leaning. From what I have found out, the worst part is getting the driveshaft shortened and re-balanced. Some vehicles have clearance issues with the floor/tunnel. I haven't checked mine yet, but plan to. But still, should be no big deal.

01-29-2008, 09:37 PM	#226
GATORBUILT '59 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Pearland,TX. Posts: 141	Re: 59 Chevy Build Very Nice!!!!!!! Hot Rod yet Classy! __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212604

01-29-2008, 11:41 PM	#227
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: 59 Chevy Build Very well done ProStreeter...... __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

01-30-2008, 01:50 AM	#228
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 59 Chevy Build bad thing is that you are now competing against yourself in the car shows! very nice ride __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-02-2008, 11:05 AM	#229
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,892	Re: 59 Chevy Build sweet sweet ride! Let me know if you need a fat deal on an all aluminum car hauler! __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

02-03-2008, 08:34 AM	#231
prostreeter58 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: palm harbor, florida Posts: 299	Re: 59 Chevy Build here is a pic of the bed in it's rough stage. This weekend I plan on concentrating on finishing the wood and plumbing in the air ride system..... Attached Images

02-03-2008, 11:12 AM	#232
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,892	Re: 59 Chevy Build you need to bring that pair to the maggie valley show! __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

02-03-2008, 12:56 PM	#234
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,892	Re: 59 Chevy Build http://www.rockytopgrafix.com/defaul...=chevyshow.php __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

02-03-2008, 01:18 PM	#236
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,892	Re: 59 Chevy Build I haven't been able to go in a couple years but went the two years before that and it was totally Awesome! __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

02-26-2008, 12:37 AM	#237
prostreeter58 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: palm harbor, florida Posts: 299	Re: 59 Chevy Build guess it has been a while since I posted an update...........had to go through 3 pages to find my thread........anyway, I took the truck for it's first maiden ride today and overall I was pleased with the performance. Anytime you build something like this you hear thousands of noises that may or may not be there. I did hear some abnormal noises and brought it back and lifted the front end and found some bolts that were not as tight as they should have been. Also, I figured that since it was up I might as well wire the rotor bolts together just for safety sake. I was happy that it never got above 187 degrees on the temp. I am now waiting for it to cool so I can set the timing....... Attached Images

02-26-2008, 01:43 AM	#238
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: 59 Chevy Build Bad A$$ __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

02-26-2008, 07:20 AM	#239
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: 59 Chevy Build Looks good Bob. I really like the chrome around the windows with the red . __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

02-26-2008, 07:38 AM	#240
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,892	Re: 59 Chevy Build Lookin Sweet! __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

02-26-2008, 09:47 AM	#241
bambbrose Active Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Southern Ut Posts: 113	Re: 59 Chevy Build beautiful truck!

02-26-2008, 10:34 AM	#242
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: 59 Chevy Build Absolutely Beautiful! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

02-26-2008, 07:24 PM	#243
SURFER1316 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: New Brunswick, NJ Posts: 51	Re: 59 Chevy Build Not trying to be an ass, little constructive criticism, but when u safety wire bolts, wire should NEVER be a straight shot between holes, always wrap them such that when the first loosens, it tightens the second one. If you question if its "wrapped" around enough, go to the next hole. That and it's better (more of a pain in the ass) to wire the whole ring of bolts together. HAHA sorry spent a year being safety wire ***** on a race team



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02-27-2008, 04:23 AM	#245
Igotachevyor2 Apache Club Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Goodlettsville,Tn. Posts: 1,294	Re: 59 Chevy Build looks great __________________ 58 CHEVY APACHE I 74 CHEVY C-10 I 78 K-10 donor truck I 89 SONOMA My Trucks Apache Sitting Idle MySpace Project Dad's Truck (74 C-10 to K-10 conversion) .

02-27-2008, 10:23 AM	#246
SURFER1316 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: New Brunswick, NJ Posts: 51	Re: 59 Chevy Build No problem glad to help, funny thing is even after a year, I still have to sit there talking to myself going "if this one spins left and loosens, then this ones gotta get pulled THAT WAY!

03-08-2008, 08:55 PM	#247
prostreeter58 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: palm harbor, florida Posts: 299	Re: 59 Chevy Build Well I have been driving my truck around for a few days and decided to pull it back in the garage and tighten up any loose ends. I found that the headers were not sealing correctly, called Sandersen and they told me to send them back and they will correct the problem. Then I decided that since it is down that I would install the Gear Vendors, overdrive/underdrive system. That has been ordered and I am awaiting it's arrival. The reason that I decided on that is due to it taching to high and I wanted to make it more economical for daily driving. I checked out the 700r4 route, but, I figured that a TH 400 with the Gear Vendors system is a more bullit proof system. I will post some pics when the parts arrive.

03-09-2008, 04:12 AM	#248
poncho_villa Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: B.C. Posts: 457	Re: 59 Chevy Build I'm itchin to see the results of that. I've been dreaming of a gearvendors overdrive all winter. You going to do the install yourself or get a tranny shop to do it?

03-09-2008, 11:54 AM	#250
poncho_villa Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: B.C. Posts: 457	Re: 59 Chevy Build Yes, thats the way I was leaning. From what I have found out, the worst part is getting the driveshaft shortened and re-balanced. Some vehicles have clearance issues with the floor/tunnel. I haven't checked mine yet, but plan to. But still, should be no big deal.

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