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**Already Gone** · 04-25-2016, 10:31 PM

Started it up and move it from the garage where its been hibernating since last October.

Possmguts · 04-26-2016, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bocephus69

my TH350 will not shift down on its own, i always i have to manually do it under load (if i feel it needs a downshift). could my kickdown cable not be adjust correctly?

I would say its not right... At WOT the cable should be all the way tight... Im sure there are some youtube vids on how to Correctly adjust it. If its not right it WILL kill a trans way too early

JWSmith · 04-24-2016, 07:30 PM

last primer is sprayed. Sanding next and then....COLOR

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 04-24-2016, 07:36 PM

I spent 5 hours to get 1.5 sets of inner fender bolts down to metal, and I never did get to my nuts. Tired and my back hurts. Mom called at 2am, because one of her Shepards was dying. By the time I got there (five minutes away) he was a breath a minute, and I only witnessed three. Bruno was quite large, about 120 lbs. Very graceful.

It was unusual to see how the other dogs reacted. The emotional one was looking for consoling (she's part white lab, white labs are VERY sensitive). The other boy, who is near 2 years old was off as well, though confused. When I brought him inside it didn't quite register, though he's a very smart dog. I've noticed that in some animals. They recognize you in life, not necessarily in death.

midniteblues · 04-24-2016, 09:23 PM

said good bye too this one today.
it was cool to see this one go down the road and have the "other guys" view of it rippin down the street.
the new owner was more than happy to drive it 45 mi. home.....its gonna make one bad azz ls'd shop truck hopefully we get to see this one in the future.

before and after pic...not much done to it but we cleaned it up and got it running driving good. its a beast of a 2wd truck even with the 305 in it.

i woulda loved to build this into a k but i really dont need yet another truck in peieces here.

onward i go sanding on the stepper and getting the axle and motor back in the k

midniteblues · 04-24-2016, 09:38 PM

2 more dr side this time....

had a blast at carlise yesterday.

this thing really only seriously needed tires(16.5")and a exhaust and of course some rust repair.

i'll prolly never own a more complete truck than that one

Mator · 04-25-2016, 07:54 AM

Drove it about 20 miles to a local Cars and Coffee gathering. It showed well and we had a great time.

**allchevy58** · 04-24-2016, 09:12 PM

Last two weekends got the engine, radiator support and frame painted. Installed new shocks and front steering stabilizer. Ready to install motor next.

matthamby · 04-27-2016, 05:10 PM

got new dome light and filler neck grommet in today from brotherstrucks.com! I'm getting closer to getting it on the road, plan on (again) cutting the old bed off of the truck and putting the new one on!

Ed F · 04-27-2016, 06:40 PM

I put the seat and door panels back in the truck. I kept the original vinyl on the seat and sewed in new plaid from SMS. While it was apart we added a little new foam to the sagging ends. It sits like a new seat. Also re dyed the door panels.

Ed F · 04-27-2016, 06:41 PM

A door panel

Elliot949 · 04-27-2016, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ed F

A door panel

Interior looks GREAT!!!!... I have always liked the plaid...

Andy4639 · 04-27-2016, 07:52 PM

Had new door panels made for it along with the vent window delete which is a very rare opition on these trucks! It's almost as rare as the corvette engine mod. I bought a clear shower curtain and put it on the door behind the new panel to keep the moisture out. I hope it works.

Ed F · 04-30-2016, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Elliot949

Interior looks GREAT!!!!... I have always liked the plaid...

Thank You, I am pretty happy with it.

ole dollor · 04-27-2016, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Ed F

I put the seat and door panels back in the truck. I kept the original vinyl on the seat and sewed in new plaid from SMS. While it was apart we added a little new foam to the sagging ends. It sits like a new seat. Also re dyed the door panels.

man that really looks nice .....congrats .

Ed F · 04-30-2016, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ole dollor

man that really looks nice .....congrats .

Thanks a lot. Iam happy with it

flashed · 04-28-2016, 08:38 PM

Speaker repair turned out great ,Kraco was top of the line Kmart though way back when ,LOL.

Quikshft · 04-29-2016, 12:47 AM

I completed a little dash upgrade project, painted the plastic hugger orange to match the dash and converted the gauges to white face. I paneled the gauge pod with a 1/8" thick piece of zebra wood. I am happy with the result, will eventually make a zebra wood panel for the glove box door.

OregonNed · 04-29-2016, 02:12 PM

Priming and painting

OregonNed · 04-30-2016, 08:41 PM

Getting closer with the new bed. Stain and sanding

Andy4639 · 04-30-2016, 09:10 PM

Installing the electric cruise control! Got most of it done but have to pull the PCM out for the last wire. VSS signal wire is all that is left and the turn signal lever.

Ed F · 05-01-2016, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by OregonNed

Getting closer with the new bed. Stain and sanding

Beautiful piece of white oak you have there, and a nice stain choice to. I'd like to make a varnish suggestion. I restore mahogany boats for a living. Petit Captains varnish is a traditional phenolic varnish that provides a nice Amber hue and UV protection. About 10-12 coats would have wood looking fantastic. We have experimented with automotive clear on wood and has worked pretty well so far (it's only been on the boat for a year) but it's clear and doesn't give that deep rich luster. I'd love to see your floor when it's done.

OregonNed · 05-01-2016, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed F

Beautiful piece of white oak you have there, and a nice stain choice to. I'd like to make a varnish suggestion. I restore mahogany boats for a living. Petit Captains varnish is a traditional phenolic varnish that provides a nice Amber hue and UV protection. About 10-12 coats would have wood looking fantastic. We have experimented with automotive clear on wood and has worked pretty well so far (it's only been on the boat for a year) but it's clear and doesn't give that deep rich luster. I'd love to see your floor when it's done.

Thanks for that info - appreciate it. I opted for Epiphanes after some research and it looks great. Sounds like it was a top choice for kayaks. We are doing at least ten coats for the look we want. It won't ever see rain again but if I ever get stuck in it I feel it will be well protected.

35boulder · 05-01-2016, 11:40 AM

So far spent most of the morning tracking down a rattle in the drive train. No luck so I'll keep looking as I watch the race!

XwalkerX · 05-01-2016, 12:36 AM

^^^^ you wont regret that mod. it was seriously one of the best upgrades ive done to my truck so far...

04-25-2016, 10:31 PM	#1
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04-24-2016, 07:30 PM	#3
JWSmith Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Godfrey, IL Posts: 220	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II last primer is sprayed. Sanding next and then....COLOR

04-24-2016, 07:36 PM	#4
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,188	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I spent 5 hours to get 1.5 sets of inner fender bolts down to metal, and I never did get to my nuts. Tired and my back hurts. Mom called at 2am, because one of her Shepards was dying. By the time I got there (five minutes away) he was a breath a minute, and I only witnessed three. Bruno was quite large, about 120 lbs. Very graceful. It was unusual to see how the other dogs reacted. The emotional one was looking for consoling (she's part white lab, white labs are VERY sensitive). The other boy, who is near 2 years old was off as well, though confused. When I brought him inside it didn't quite register, though he's a very smart dog. I've noticed that in some animals. They recognize you in life, not necessarily in death. __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assembly kit for restoring the (a) truck from the ground up. My build thread, and more on the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 Last edited by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402; 04-24-2016 at 07:44 PM.

04-24-2016, 09:23 PM	#5
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II said good bye too this one today. it was cool to see this one go down the road and have the "other guys" view of it rippin down the street. the new owner was more than happy to drive it 45 mi. home.....its gonna make one bad azz ls'd shop truck hopefully we get to see this one in the future. before and after pic...not much done to it but we cleaned it up and got it running driving good. its a beast of a 2wd truck even with the 305 in it. i woulda loved to build this into a k but i really dont need yet another truck in peieces here. onward i go sanding on the stepper and getting the axle and motor back in the k Attached Images __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

04-24-2016, 09:38 PM	#6
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II 2 more dr side this time.... had a blast at carlise yesterday. this thing really only seriously needed tires(16.5")and a exhaust and of course some rust repair. i'll prolly never own a more complete truck than that one Attached Images __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

04-25-2016, 07:54 AM	#7
Mator Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton Iowa Posts: 337	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Drove it about 20 miles to a local Cars and Coffee gathering. It showed well and we had a great time. Attached Images __________________ Build sheet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=7277491

04-24-2016, 09:12 PM	#8
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,430	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Last two weekends got the engine, radiator support and frame painted. Installed new shocks and front steering stabilizer. Ready to install motor next. __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1964 C-30 383/4 speed, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

04-27-2016, 05:10 PM	#9
matthamby Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Walnut Cove, NC Posts: 109	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II got new dome light and filler neck grommet in today from brotherstrucks.com! I'm getting closer to getting it on the road, plan on (again) cutting the old bed off of the truck and putting the new one on!

04-27-2016, 06:40 PM	#10
Ed F Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Holland Mi. Posts: 302	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I put the seat and door panels back in the truck. I kept the original vinyl on the seat and sewed in new plaid from SMS. While it was apart we added a little new foam to the sagging ends. It sits like a new seat. Also re dyed the door panels. Attached Images

04-27-2016, 06:41 PM	#11
Ed F Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Holland Mi. Posts: 302	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II A door panel Attached Images

04-27-2016, 07:52 PM	#13
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Had new door panels made for it along with the vent window delete which is a very rare opition on these trucks! It's almost as rare as the corvette engine mod. I bought a clear shower curtain and put it on the door behind the new panel to keep the moisture out. I hope it works. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

04-28-2016, 08:38 PM	#17
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Speaker repair turned out great ,Kraco was top of the line Kmart though way back when ,LOL.

04-29-2016, 12:47 AM	#18
Quikshft Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Kingsburg, Ca. Posts: 92	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I completed a little dash upgrade project, painted the plastic hugger orange to match the dash and converted the gauges to white face. I paneled the gauge pod with a 1/8" thick piece of zebra wood. I am happy with the result, will eventually make a zebra wood panel for the glove box door.

04-29-2016, 02:12 PM	#19
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Priming and painting Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

04-30-2016, 08:41 PM	#20
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Getting closer with the new bed. Stain and sanding Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop



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04-30-2016, 09:10 PM	#21
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installing the electric cruise control! Got most of it done but have to pull the PCM out for the last wire. VSS signal wire is all that is left and the turn signal lever. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-01-2016, 11:40 AM	#24
35boulder Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 1,380	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II So far spent most of the morning tracking down a rattle in the drive train. No luck so I'll keep looking as I watch the race!

05-01-2016, 12:36 AM	#25
XwalkerX Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 529	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II ^^^^ you wont regret that mod. it was seriously one of the best upgrades ive done to my truck so far...

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