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mr.mud1 · 03-31-2023, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by OregonNed

Giving my truck bed its yearly waxing with micro crystalline wax (suggested by my friend who finished it for me. Using a bit of glass cleaner first to remove any shop dust. It has 14 coats of Epiphanes marine varnish on the wood.

beautiful work,looking very nice.

**Orefactory4x4 swb** · 03-31-2023, 01:33 PM

Magazine pretty, nice job.
I could almost see myself with that shine.

**Orefactory4x4 swb** · 03-31-2023, 03:25 PM

I better get something done, maybe some body work.

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-31-2023, 05:26 PM

If you don't do it ^^^^^^^ no one will

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 04-05-2023, 03:36 PM

Right on Mark, glad to see it

OregonNed · 04-05-2023, 03:45 PM

I've been spending time in the garage waiting for the weather to get better, and polishing the stainless bed bolts and reinstalling. Might even do all of the strip bolts as well.

**Already Gone** · 04-05-2023, 06:07 PM

I had my original AM Radio redone so is now AM/FM and has Blue Tooth with a built in microphone so can talk hands free. It was recommended by the builder that I use a fixed mast antenna for better reception on the AM so today ordered a complete new fixed mast antenna kit. My truck has the original telescoping antenna now.

**Steeveedee** · 04-05-2023, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

I had my original AM Radio redone so is now AM/FM and has Blue Tooth with a built in microphone so can talk hands free. It was recommended by the builder that I use a fixed mast antenna for better reception on the AM so today ordered a complete new fixed mast antenna kit. My truck has the original telescoping antenna now.

Make sure to check with the radio guy, but FM is what uses the fixed mast length, iirc. You'll notice that your old antenna (extendable) was for an AM only radio. My dash was already cut up before I got it, so I got an aftermarket radio with AM/FM Bluetooth. Would have been nice for it to look original, but a lot of other stuff was also changed...

**Smitty** · 04-05-2023, 08:19 PM

Took it to the shop to have the Hydro Boost installed. Ever since putting in the Vortec the brakes have been somewhat questionable. The booster was checked and found to be good. Motor just didn't produce enough vacuum with that cam.Should have it back tomorrow.

CG · 04-05-2023, 06:35 PM

I looked up the company on the sticker of your radio and they say they are only Mopar and AMC. How did you get them to do your radio?

**Already Gone** · 04-05-2023, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

I looked up the company on the sticker of your radio and they say they are only Mopar and AMC. How did you get them to do your radio?

Yes u are correct he is mainly does Mopar Restoration stuff but called, I always get a good feeling when the owner of a business answers the phone, and asked if he did Chevy radios he said he could. It says somewhere in the attached link that he can do convesion on any radio.

https://classiccarradiorestoration.com

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 04-05-2023, 06:38 PM

Well played on the radio, I see the builder is in Ontario ........... cool

Casper42 · 04-13-2023, 11:09 PM

pulled down and out the 23 year old checkered spare tire that wouldn't hold air, found a very nice used replacement, mounted it, stuck 'er back up underneath, and topped it off with a new repop carrier nut - it had just a standard nut before.

**Micmac** · 04-05-2023, 08:37 PM

Brought home my new 1970 C-30 Dump truck. about 2400 mile round trip to Virginia with my flatbed. I would strongly recommend anyone on the east coast avoid Pennsylvania and New York on I-81 and I-84 at ALL COSTS with a trailer. Massachusetts I-90 is not congruent with towing either. I shot up I-91 into Vermont to exit 3 and cut across New Hampshire. Beautiful ride. My 2500 Diesel preformed and towed flawlessly.Fortunately no mishaps at all (other than a trailer license tag flying off in PA whilst banging about on the beautiful roads), just those states listed above got terrible roads, and 2 of them charge money to ride on em. I've tried everything I know to post a photo. Sorry, beyond my skillset, or an Apple doesn't play well here. Once I get the road off me I'll figure this photo stuff.

72c20customcamper · 04-07-2023, 04:23 PM

Started to put the bed wood back in hopefully for the last time . I thing I got some grinding dust on it and with moisture it turned the wood a blackish blue . I get the same when I’m milling any type of oak . Just the blade hitting the wood causes the tannins in the wood to turn blue . This time I used spar urethane to seal it not just an oil finish like before

**zicc1835** · 04-07-2023, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Micmac

Brought home my new 1970 C-30 Dump truck. about 2400 mile round trip to Virginia with my flatbed. I would strongly recommend anyone on the east coast avoid Pennsylvania and New York on I-81 and I-84 at ALL COSTS with a trailer. Massachusetts I-90 is not congruent with towing either. I shot up I-91 into Vermont to exit 3 and cut across New Hampshire. Beautiful ride. My 2500 Diesel preformed and towed flawlessly.Fortunately no mishaps at all (other than a trailer license tag flying off in PA whilst banging about on the beautiful roads), just those states listed above got terrible roads, and 2 of them charge money to ride on em. I've tried everything I know to post a photo. Sorry, beyond my skillset, or an Apple doesn't play well here. Once I get the road off me I'll figure this photo stuff.

please try again Im a fan of c-30s & dumps..... what I do if you have a Mac export the photo to the desktop then start the process of manage attachments hope that helps

Chevys4life · 04-09-2023, 01:23 PM

Installed new steering wheel today. I can steer this thing a little better now since the wheel itself is smaller.

Trio · 04-12-2023, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevys4life

Installed new steering wheel today. I can steer this thing a little better now since the wheel itself is smaller.

Looks great. Source / link?

**Micmac** · 04-10-2023, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

please try again Im a fan of c-30s & dumps..... what I do if you have a Mac export the photo to the desktop then start the process of manage attachments hope that helps

It seems the news iPhones don't take jpeg photo's. Every time I try to upload a photo get invalid format. I'm not giving up that easy though.

**Micmac** · 04-09-2023, 01:35 PM

^^^^^
Very Nice!

**Micmac** · 04-09-2023, 01:35 PM

Still working on the photo thingy. Years ago I used to post on here using photo bucket. I'm asking my distinguished panel of experts now!

**EdwardSams** · 04-09-2023, 01:56 PM

Replaced the vent windows and weatherstripping.

Cruise time!

**HO455** · 04-09-2023, 02:35 PM

Not really on the truck but I've been trying to make a decision on fabric for the door panels on my 67. I just haven't seen the perfect one yet.

**3757chevy** · 04-09-2023, 03:38 PM

Other than doing the driveway shuffle so our company has plenty of room to park for Easter Dinner , I've done nothing.

ghackett1 · 04-10-2023, 07:24 AM

What I did:

The gate sweep on my 4 speed Hurst shifter seemed to be off a little when moving R to L in neutral. Turned out the shift lever on 3&4 had pulled away from the tranny. Cause — the bolt that secures it had loosened somewhat, so I pushed it back in and retightened. The gate is perfect now. ��

03-31-2023, 01:33 PM	#2
Orefactory4x4 swb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Springfield oregon Posts: 178	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Magazine pretty, nice job. I could almost see myself with that shine.

03-31-2023, 03:25 PM	#3
Orefactory4x4 swb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Springfield oregon Posts: 178	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I better get something done, maybe some body work. Attached Images

03-31-2023, 05:26 PM	#4
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 543	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter If you don't do it ^^^^^^^ no one will __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

04-05-2023, 03:36 PM	#5
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 543	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Right on Mark, glad to see it __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

04-05-2023, 03:45 PM	#6
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I've been spending time in the garage waiting for the weather to get better, and polishing the stainless bed bolts and reinstalling. Might even do all of the strip bolts as well. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

04-05-2023, 06:07 PM	#7
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,105	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I had my original AM Radio redone so is now AM/FM and has Blue Tooth with a built in microphone so can talk hands free. It was recommended by the builder that I use a fixed mast antenna for better reception on the AM so today ordered a complete new fixed mast antenna kit. My truck has the original telescoping antenna now. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

04-05-2023, 08:19 PM	#9
Smitty Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Spring Valley, Ca. Posts: 1,109	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took it to the shop to have the Hydro Boost installed. Ever since putting in the Vortec the brakes have been somewhat questionable. The booster was checked and found to be good. Motor just didn't produce enough vacuum with that cam.Should have it back tomorrow. __________________ Smitty '71 Short Fleetside Spring Valley, Ca.

04-05-2023, 06:35 PM	#10
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,816	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I looked up the company on the sticker of your radio and they say they are only Mopar and AMC. How did you get them to do your radio? __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

04-05-2023, 06:38 PM	#12
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 543	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Well played on the radio, I see the builder is in Ontario ........... cool __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

04-13-2023, 11:09 PM	#13
Casper42 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 312	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter pulled down and out the 23 year old checkered spare tire that wouldn't hold air, found a very nice used replacement, mounted it, stuck 'er back up underneath, and topped it off with a new repop carrier nut - it had just a standard nut before. __________________ '72 C10 Cheyenne SWB North Carolina truck for 50 years, 72k original miles, Medium/Hawaiian Blue, 3 owners - one for 40 years, garaged kept, original: sheetmetal, undercarriage, moldings, glass * * * New - engine rebuild at 65k in 2015, one repaint in 2010, new front bumper, houndstooth seat, carpet, 8 inch rally wheels on 275-60R-15, LED lighting. - Semper Paratus!

04-05-2023, 08:37 PM	#14
Micmac Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calais, Maine Posts: 508	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Brought home my new 1970 C-30 Dump truck. about 2400 mile round trip to Virginia with my flatbed. I would strongly recommend anyone on the east coast avoid Pennsylvania and New York on I-81 and I-84 at ALL COSTS with a trailer. Massachusetts I-90 is not congruent with towing either. I shot up I-91 into Vermont to exit 3 and cut across New Hampshire. Beautiful ride. My 2500 Diesel preformed and towed flawlessly.Fortunately no mishaps at all (other than a trailer license tag flying off in PA whilst banging about on the beautiful roads), just those states listed above got terrible roads, and 2 of them charge money to ride on em. I've tried everything I know to post a photo. Sorry, beyond my skillset, or an Apple doesn't play well here. Once I get the road off me I'll figure this photo stuff. __________________ 1963 Chevrolet C-10 "Ginger" 1970 C-30 Dump Truck "Scarlet" 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 Z71 LTZ 1947 Indian Chief Roadmaster with Sidecar. 2012 Indian Chief Serial #002 of 110 built in '12 2016 Indian Chief Roadmaster

04-07-2023, 04:23 PM	#15
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,352	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Started to put the bed wood back in hopefully for the last time . I thing I got some grinding dust on it and with moisture it turned the wood a blackish blue . I get the same when I’m milling any type of oak . Just the blade hitting the wood causes the tannins in the wood to turn blue . This time I used spar urethane to seal it not just an oil finish like before 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.

04-09-2023, 01:23 PM	#17
Chevys4life Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 653	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed new steering wheel today. I can steer this thing a little better now since the wheel itself is smaller. Attached Images

04-09-2023, 01:35 PM	#20
Micmac Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calais, Maine Posts: 508	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter ^^^^^ Very Nice! __________________ 1963 Chevrolet C-10 "Ginger" 1970 C-30 Dump Truck "Scarlet" 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 Z71 LTZ 1947 Indian Chief Roadmaster with Sidecar. 2012 Indian Chief Serial #002 of 110 built in '12 2016 Indian Chief Roadmaster

04-09-2023, 01:56 PM	#22
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 234	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Replaced the vent windows and weatherstripping. Cruise time! Attached Images Last edited by EdwardSams; 04-09-2023 at 03:06 PM.



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04-09-2023, 02:35 PM	#23
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,982	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Not really on the truck but I've been trying to make a decision on fabric for the door panels on my 67. I just haven't seen the perfect one yet. Attached Images __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

04-09-2023, 03:38 PM	#24
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,914	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Other than doing the driveway shuffle so our company has plenty of room to park for Easter Dinner , I've done nothing. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

04-10-2023, 07:24 AM	#25
ghackett1 68 C10 Longbed Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 520	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter What I did: The gate sweep on my 4 speed Hurst shifter seemed to be off a little when moving R to L in neutral. Turned out the shift lever on 3&4 had pulled away from the tranny. Cause — the bolt that secures it had loosened somewhat, so I pushed it back in and retightened. The gate is perfect now. �� Last edited by ghackett1; 04-10-2023 at 01:00 PM.

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