What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 138 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

70sLover · 03-24-2016, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by OregonNed

I've been doing some little things while I am waiting for the wood bed to get finished that need done. While the rear bumper is off I polished it up, and removed some light surface rust pitting on the underside with Coke and aluminum foil. I also restored the license plate holder, and all brackets - then painted with POR 15 top coat. Great paint!

So what steps and tools did you use to get that bumper to a mirror finish?

OregonNed · 03-24-2016, 03:07 PM

Well, the outer surface of the bumper was already like new - really only metal polish and some wax on it.. the inner had the start of rust and that is where I really cleaned things up. After the Coke and foil there, I used metal polish and wax as well.

Andy4639 · 03-24-2016, 06:01 PM

Installed the Lokar billet gas pedal and the brake cover for the truck. I also installed a new chrome rear diff cover for the 12 bolt.

Boyd67 · 03-24-2016, 09:06 PM

Installed new bumper, front and rear lenses, rebuilt doors with all new rubbers, added armrest, matching ignition and door locks, and new outside door handles. Busy day. Only have pics of bumper. Started getting dark, so I didn't get look real good but I think I may need to adjust my bumper.

Possmguts · 03-25-2016, 11:30 PM

Just looked at it for a bit wondering what color its going to end up being when I get to that part... my garage is in shambles... where the heck is my cleaning lady??

OregonNed · 03-26-2016, 07:47 AM

I'm in the middle of changing my differential oil and cover (old one was a nice, rusted chrome unit). Draining overnight. Now I can see my gear ratio. Wife just loves that gear oil smell in the garage! Well, not really!

Possmguts · 03-26-2016, 08:33 AM

Now is the time for that posi unit

mud.man.rj · 03-26-2016, 05:47 PM

3.07 ratio, not the best unless a lot of highway, so gear set and posi.

CST10 · 03-26-2016, 09:31 PM

Took ol Samson to a car show today to stretch his legs and let the B horses run free. Been a great day.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 03-26-2016, 10:30 PM

Took my evap. out and cleaned up the box to see what I've got. Apparently when more careless (ha!@) and dropped the engine in 1993, I sprayed along the outer edge of the box when I painted the firewall. Really a good five inches worth on the RH truck side. At any rate, it's a great box otherwise, so I'll try removing the paint. From what I've seen, I prefer not to paint the box. Worst "case" scenario I'll have to. Any suggestions how to remove that paint with no affect on the plastic evap. case is appreciated.

Also appears the A/C-Heater door in the evap. box doesn't want to close all the way. Don't know if that's common, but sure was a lot of dirt in there despite being garaged and little use.

BEAUTIFUL truck CST10

kilrcady · 03-26-2016, 11:38 PM

How are leaves always findinf there way in my cab?

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 03-26-2016, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kilrcady

How are leaves always findinf there way in my cab?

What is the A/C-Heater door and Drain Tube in the Evap. box, and the Air Shut Off Valve Door in the cowl, for $300 Alex.

tommy3horse · 03-27-2016, 02:14 AM

Hauled way too much gravel...from just down the road.

Possmguts · 03-27-2016, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tommy3horse

Hauled way too much gravel...from just down the road.

wow.. how did you keep it in the bed with it upside down like that? lol

Its a good looking worker

88fordf150 · 03-27-2016, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Possmguts

wow.. how did you keep it in the bed with it upside down like that? lol

Its a good looking worker

Down force and speed. lol

Howitzer · 03-27-2016, 06:15 PM

Installed upper trim holding and some interior work.

I give up, i can't get the pictures right side up.

flashed · 03-27-2016, 06:21 PM

Even upside down it looks great .

DBK81 · 03-27-2016, 06:24 PM

Installed my 3/5 static drop

Andy4639 · 03-27-2016, 06:26 PM

If using a I phone and you turn your phone long ways. Bottom of phone pointing right with volume buttons pointing down. Use the regular button for pictures and they should be right side up when you upload them.

RINC · 03-27-2016, 06:29 PM

Pulled out my radiator on the 69 to get checked out.

Buncha parts on order.

Got cleaned up an spent time with the family.

Happy Easter.

Andy4639 · 03-27-2016, 06:30 PM

Here you go!

Howitzer · 03-27-2016, 06:33 PM

Thanks!

Andy4639 · 03-27-2016, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Howitzer

Thanks!

Your welcome!

Dlm11 · 03-27-2016, 07:02 PM

Took my cargo light out to find this great work

JMD · 03-27-2016, 07:06 PM

Made a temporary electrolysis tank, seems to be working ok so far!

03-24-2016, 03:07 PM	#3427
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Well, the outer surface of the bumper was already like new - really only metal polish and some wax on it.. the inner had the start of rust and that is where I really cleaned things up. After the Coke and foil there, I used metal polish and wax as well. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

03-24-2016, 06:01 PM	#3428
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed the Lokar billet gas pedal and the brake cover for the truck. I also installed a new chrome rear diff cover for the 12 bolt. Attached Images __________________ 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.

03-24-2016, 09:06 PM	#3429
Boyd67 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: China Grove, NC Posts: 93	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed new bumper, front and rear lenses, rebuilt doors with all new rubbers, added armrest, matching ignition and door locks, and new outside door handles. Busy day. Only have pics of bumper. Started getting dark, so I didn't get look real good but I think I may need to adjust my bumper. Attached Images __________________ Boyd -67' C10 SWB FLEETSIDE LS 5.3 4 speed muncie

03-25-2016, 11:30 PM	#3430
Possmguts Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Columbiana Ohio Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Just looked at it for a bit wondering what color its going to end up being when I get to that part... my garage is in shambles... where the heck is my cleaning lady?? Attached Images __________________ "Hey... its only time and money right? Just do it." 67 Short Bed under major construction http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=651356&page=8

03-26-2016, 07:47 AM	#3431
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I'm in the middle of changing my differential oil and cover (old one was a nice, rusted chrome unit). Draining overnight. Now I can see my gear ratio. Wife just loves that gear oil smell in the garage! Well, not really! Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

03-26-2016, 08:33 AM	#3432
Possmguts Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Columbiana Ohio Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Now is the time for that posi unit __________________ "Hey... its only time and money right? Just do it." 67 Short Bed under major construction http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=651356&page=8

03-26-2016, 05:47 PM	#3433
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II 3.07 ratio, not the best unless a lot of highway, so gear set and posi. __________________ 1987 Green n Green machine. 5.0 4spd std. 7" lift w 35's.

03-26-2016, 09:31 PM	#3434
CST10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Gonzales, La Posts: 1,441	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Took ol Samson to a car show today to stretch his legs and let the B horses run free. Been a great day. Attached Images __________________ MyToys: Goldilocks the "Ol School Survivor" 1968 C10, SWB Stepside, 08/15 TOTM, 250 CI 6 cylinder, 3 on the tree, 3.73 rear, 3/5 static drop, 23,500 original miles. Samson the 1970 CST10, LWB, 462Ci, Turbo 350 tranny, 3.08 rear gear, PB, PS, A/C, AM/FM, 2/4 Drop. Brutus the 1998 Camaro Z28, 33,500 original miles, LS1, 519 RWHP/497 RWTQ. Member of the Louisiana Classic Truck Club, LCTC Member of the Louisiana C10 Club Member of the Baton Rouge Drifters Car Club

03-26-2016, 10:30 PM	#3435
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,320	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Took my evap. out and cleaned up the box to see what I've got. Apparently when more careless (ha!@) and dropped the engine in 1993, I sprayed along the outer edge of the box when I painted the firewall. Really a good five inches worth on the RH truck side. At any rate, it's a great box otherwise, so I'll try removing the paint. From what I've seen, I prefer not to paint the box. Worst "case" scenario I'll have to. Any suggestions how to remove that paint with no affect on the plastic evap. case is appreciated. Also appears the A/C-Heater door in the evap. box doesn't want to close all the way. Don't know if that's common, but sure was a lot of dirt in there despite being garaged and little use. BEAUTIFUL truck CST10 __________________ 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

03-26-2016, 11:38 PM	#3436
kilrcady Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: central NJ Posts: 102	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II How are leaves always findinf there way in my cab?

03-27-2016, 02:14 AM	#3438
tommy3horse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: St. Clair, Missouri Posts: 124	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Hauled way too much gravel...from just down the road. Attached Images __________________ 1972 GMC C1500 350/350 1965 Mustang 2+2 289 4spd, show-car 1965 Mustang Coupe 289 4spd, stoplight racer 1/2 dozen Wheelhorse Tractors

03-27-2016, 06:15 PM	#3441
Howitzer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 135	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed upper trim holding and some interior work. I give up, i can't get the pictures right side up. Attached Images

03-27-2016, 06:21 PM	#3442
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Even upside down it looks great .

03-27-2016, 06:24 PM	#3443
DBK81 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 357	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed my 3/5 static drop __________________ 1972 C10 - It might be old, but it's not slow

03-27-2016, 06:26 PM	#3444
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II If using a I phone and you turn your phone long ways. Bottom of phone pointing right with volume buttons pointing down. Use the regular button for pictures and they should be right side up when you upload them. __________________ 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.



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03-27-2016, 06:29 PM	#3445
RINC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: A Sunny Place For Shady People Posts: 468	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Pulled out my radiator on the 69 to get checked out. Buncha parts on order. Got cleaned up an spent time with the family. Happy Easter. __________________ Chris '69 C-20 '04 Jeep TJ

03-27-2016, 06:30 PM	#3446
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Here you go! Attached Images __________________ 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.

03-27-2016, 06:33 PM	#3447
Howitzer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 135	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Thanks!

03-27-2016, 07:02 PM	#3449
Dlm11 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Summerville sc Posts: 68	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Took my cargo light out to find this great work Attached Images

03-27-2016, 07:06 PM	#3450
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Made a temporary electrolysis tank, seems to be working ok so far! Attached Images __________________ My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post7439296

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