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67C10Step · 06-06-2022, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Worked on the stakeside boards this is why projects take me so long I get carried away . I could have epoxy glued the cracks but no not me . Ended up doing bow ties out of black walnut . Two coats of spar urethane so far .

Anybody can do the easy stuff. I appreciate when I see someone takes a longer, but more traditional route. Good work and more visually appealing.

**Ol Blue K20** · 06-06-2022, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 67c10step

anybody can do the easy stuff. I appreciate when i see someone takes a longer, but more traditional route. Good work and more visually appealing.

x2!

**Grumpy old man** · 06-07-2022, 06:25 PM

Bilstein shocks upgrade .

67C10Step · 06-07-2022, 10:59 PM

Well, I tried to drop my truck off at the alignment shop. I stopped in and talked with the guy two weeks ago. At that time he said he might need to keep it a bit to get it set up right on his new machine. No big deal. Called yesterday to arrange dropping it off today.

Pulled up at opening time and guys asks what I am there for. Told him I was the guy that wanted him to align an old truck. He asked, "What year?" I said, "67" and he replied he couldn't to it because he didn't know if he could manually put specs in his new machine. What I got from that was all of the sudden he didn't want to do it.

Well, I was irritated but calm. It will cost him in the long run because I know a lot of people in town.

67C10Step · 06-07-2022, 11:09 PM

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cj847 · 06-07-2022, 11:43 PM

Unfortunately, I have gotten used to that kind of treatment. Better for them to turn you down than to do a bad job.

Things I consider myself lucky when I find someone who knows how to do it- PROPERLY:

-Adjust a carburetor. Actually, to do anything with an engine that doesn't have a computer.
-Install a windshield that uses rubber.
-Align a vehicle built before 1990.
-Crimp an A/C hose.
-Set up a ring and pinion.

It is concerning that everyone who knows how to work on these vehicles are now retiring.

mr.mud1 · 06-08-2022, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Well, I tried to drop my truck off at the alignment shop. I stopped in and talked with the guy two weeks ago. At that time he said he might need to keep it a bit to get it set up right on his new machine. No big deal. Called yesterday to arrange dropping it off today.

Pulled up at opening time and guys asks what I am there for. Told him I was the guy that wanted him to align an old truck. He asked, "What year?" I said, "67" and he replied he couldn't to it because he didn't know if he could manually put specs in his new machine. What I got from that was all of the sudden he didn't want to do it.

Well, I was irritated but calm. It will cost him in the long run because I know a lot of people in town.

i hear ya,sounds like that bird went to the same school as the fella who just painted my truck,made a mess and now i'm hunting for someone to paint it again.BEYOND frustrating.

zellway · 06-09-2022, 10:30 PM

It’s been crazy hot out so not much progress on my 67 but I did have a box on my front porch that brings me joy. Soon my old truck will have nice cold a/c! Don’t mind the little bunny in the background that eats all my flowers.

KQQL IT · 06-12-2022, 12:15 AM

More new battery cables.
And side post studs instead of the goofy battery bolts
Finally starts without a major voltage loss.

CWW · 06-12-2022, 11:54 PM

I seveviced the 68 and got it ready for the next big projects for the year take down a tree and help my neighbor take down a house.

**zicc1835** · 06-13-2022, 09:52 PM

Hiho Hilo its off and to blast we go

**jaros44sr** · 06-14-2022, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

Hiho Hilo its off and to blast we go

Congrats, now you can clean up the middle section of your frame

Does the w/s come out, before blasting, are going to use soda or sand

She looks pretty clean, rust wise

LNP · 06-14-2022, 12:13 PM

I sat by it as I am waiting on a parking brake cable and a rear drivshaft section.

72c20customcamper · 06-14-2022, 07:08 PM

Finished up the stakesides . All Hickory three coat spar urethane thinking I may have to use threaded inserts instead of just #12 brass wood screws .

LNP · 06-14-2022, 07:10 PM

Nice fits nice and tight looks cool too

**zicc1835** · 06-14-2022, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Congrats, now you can clean up the middle section of your frame

Does the w/s come out, before blasting, are going to use soda or sand

She looks pretty clean, rust wise

hey Jim
all glass coming out tomorrow before blast he has one of the dustless blast contraptions

using an aggregate and water pressure she does look pretty good rust wise this was a SoCal acquisition about 10 years ago I resurrected my" I am from the desert" build thread will update there... going to enjoy getting the frame in shape
Jess

countr · 06-15-2022, 08:00 PM

Installed the Laminated OEM windshield i found in the atic of a barn. I believe it was NOS. My first install and went fairly well. Only had to stop and take a time out a couple times. LOL.
Thanks for looking Russ

**Steeveedee** · 06-15-2022, 09:04 PM

First time, and you got the stainless trim in? You are the man!

countr · 06-15-2022, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

First time, and you got the stainless trim in? You are the man!

Thanks! I looked at all the tips from the members over the years and that helped greatly! It would have been trial and error if not for the members here on the board with their knowledge.
Thanks Russ

67C10Step · 06-16-2022, 09:39 PM

Finally got around to installing my radiator overflow tank. Wife says it looks like a diamond in a goat's ass.

She can be a funny woman at times.

**3757chevy** · 06-16-2022, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Finally got around to installing my radiator overflow tank. Wife says it looks like a diamond in a goat's ass.

She can be a funny woman at times.

**HO455** · 06-17-2022, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Bilstein shocks upgrade .

I just put the same ones on my Burban. Way better than the Ranchos they replaced. even on their best day.

**CAMAROBOY68SS** · 06-17-2022, 02:12 PM

Only thing lately is got the whole truck waxed and cleaned up for some upcoming car shows.

**Grumpy old man** · 06-17-2022, 02:56 PM

Rebuilt 67 vent windows , Chromed by El paso , http://www.electroplatingelpaso.com/

New glass from
https://www.autocityclassic.com/1967...ass-6872pkglg/

Gaskets from Precision

**jabborabbo** · 06-18-2022, 12:27 AM

Took a round trip to Natchitoches Louisiana yesterday in my ‘67 GMC…about 300 miles total…truck oil and water level didn’t drop a measureable amount…life is good! At least until the micro-casting flaw in the crankshaft, rod, piston, or whatever that wasn’t measurable in 1967 finally and catastrophically makes its presence known….

06-07-2022, 06:25 PM	#2928
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Bilstein shocks upgrade . Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

06-07-2022, 10:59 PM	#2929
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Well, I tried to drop my truck off at the alignment shop. I stopped in and talked with the guy two weeks ago. At that time he said he might need to keep it a bit to get it set up right on his new machine. No big deal. Called yesterday to arrange dropping it off today. Pulled up at opening time and guys asks what I am there for. Told him I was the guy that wanted him to align an old truck. He asked, "What year?" I said, "67" and he replied he couldn't to it because he didn't know if he could manually put specs in his new machine. What I got from that was all of the sudden he didn't want to do it. Well, I was irritated but calm. It will cost him in the long run because I know a lot of people in town. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

06-07-2022, 11:09 PM	#2930
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter .. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra Last edited by 67C10Step; 06-07-2022 at 11:28 PM. Reason: Double

06-07-2022, 11:43 PM	#2931
cj847 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 568	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Unfortunately, I have gotten used to that kind of treatment. Better for them to turn you down than to do a bad job. Things I consider myself lucky when I find someone who knows how to do it- PROPERLY: -Adjust a carburetor. Actually, to do anything with an engine that doesn't have a computer. -Install a windshield that uses rubber. -Align a vehicle built before 1990. -Crimp an A/C hose. -Set up a ring and pinion. It is concerning that everyone who knows how to work on these vehicles are now retiring.

06-09-2022, 10:30 PM	#2933
zellway Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Arizona City, AZ Posts: 747	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter It’s been crazy hot out so not much progress on my 67 but I did have a box on my front porch that brings me joy. Soon my old truck will have nice cold a/c! Don’t mind the little bunny in the background that eats all my flowers. Attached Images __________________ ----------------------------------------------------------- Erik My 69 suburban http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=530626 1970 C10 step Project Jiminy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=682647 RUST!? Thats just mother natures way of telling all of us.....MINE!!!!

06-12-2022, 12:15 AM	#2934
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,239	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter More new battery cables. And side post studs instead of the goofy battery bolts Finally starts without a major voltage loss. Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

06-12-2022, 11:54 PM	#2935
CWW Registered User Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Goodrich ND Posts: 55	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I seveviced the 68 and got it ready for the next big projects for the year take down a tree and help my neighbor take down a house.

06-13-2022, 09:52 PM	#2936
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,257	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Hiho Hilo its off and to blast we go Attached Images __________________ Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

06-14-2022, 12:13 PM	#2938
LNP Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Pekin, Illinois Posts: 439	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I sat by it as I am waiting on a parking brake cable and a rear drivshaft section. __________________ Harley 1969 Chevy C-10 Long Bed, 350cid, 700R4

06-14-2022, 07:08 PM	#2939
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,656	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished up the stakesides . All Hickory three coat spar urethane thinking I may have to use threaded inserts instead of just #12 brass wood screws . Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-14-2022, 07:10 PM	#2940
LNP Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Pekin, Illinois Posts: 439	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Nice fits nice and tight looks cool too __________________ Harley 1969 Chevy C-10 Long Bed, 350cid, 700R4

06-15-2022, 08:00 PM	#2942
countr Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Russell, Iowa Posts: 2,009	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed the Laminated OEM windshield i found in the atic of a barn. I believe it was NOS. My first install and went fairly well. Only had to stop and take a time out a couple times. LOL. Thanks for looking Russ Attached Images

06-15-2022, 09:04 PM	#2943
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,622	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter First time, and you got the stainless trim in? You are the man! __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

06-16-2022, 09:39 PM	#2945
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally got around to installing my radiator overflow tank. Wife says it looks like a diamond in a goat's ass. She can be a funny woman at times. Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

06-17-2022, 02:12 PM	#2948
CAMAROBOY68SS Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Hillsboro, Oregon Posts: 475	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Only thing lately is got the whole truck waxed and cleaned up for some upcoming car shows. Attached Images __________________ The Twins: 1968 C10 SWB - Blue 327/5 Speed 1968 Camaro SS/RS - Blue 327/4speed C10 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=833278 The "Others" 1933 Ford Pickup (Camaro in disguise) 2017 Camaro SS Life long Chevy guy



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06-17-2022, 02:56 PM	#2949
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Rebuilt 67 vent windows , Chromed by El paso , http://www.electroplatingelpaso.com/ New glass from https://www.autocityclassic.com/1967...ass-6872pkglg/ Gaskets from Precision Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

06-18-2022, 12:27 AM	#2950
jabborabbo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Podunk, Texas Posts: 754	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took a round trip to Natchitoches Louisiana yesterday in my ‘67 GMC…about 300 miles total…truck oil and water level didn’t drop a measureable amount…life is good! At least until the micro-casting flaw in the crankshaft, rod, piston, or whatever that wasn’t measurable in 1967 finally and catastrophically makes its presence known…. __________________ "It is hard to search for a black cat in a dark room, particularly if it is not there. Especially if this cat is smart, brave, and polite." Sergei Shoigu, Russian Minister of Defense

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