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steverino66 · 08-02-2011, 11:53 AM

Went ahead and yanked the cab off the frame since I'd recently pulled the front clip; found dirt/rust stockpile in the old heater…

jbgroby · 08-02-2011, 07:04 PM

Got the door handles mounted. I decided to have a matched set of locks so I won't always have to go through the passinger door to get in.

wutnxt · 08-02-2011, 09:29 PM

well i got around to posting some pictures of my progress does that count ?

wutnxt · 08-02-2011, 09:35 PM

making some serious progress now......

jbgroby · 08-02-2011, 10:33 PM

You Betcha!

**LostMy65** · 08-03-2011, 12:08 AM

I did nothing to my 65 today, because I still haven't found it.

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markeb01 · 08-03-2011, 01:30 AM

Cleaned up the interior, waxed the dash and spotlights, Armoral on the door panels, etc. 3 weekends until Goodguys Spokane.

kieth · 08-03-2011, 09:40 AM

got the brakes squared away, figured out the travel on the vacuum assist and the master cylinder, finally got the brakes bled, had to have brakes before we fire it up........and take it to the exhaust and front end shops. did get the fuel tank in, and the filler neck, and the door in the bed.....had problems with the tailgate paint-----we think it is just too da........ hot and the paint lifted when we tried to remove the masking tape around the letters. Oh well no one said it was doing to be easy...........Just put fuel in it, had to run out and get a remote starter button--------

ITS ALIVE AND RUNNING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

SOUNDS GOOD WITH OPEN HEADERS...........................

truckdrivinsob · 08-03-2011, 02:06 PM

Air compressor was acting up trying to load on trailer because tags were out. Caught the muffler on trailer and snap.

61_FL_Apache · 08-03-2011, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by truckdrivinsob

Air compressor was acting up trying to load on trailer because tags were out. Caught the muffler on trailer and snap.

towersddg9 · 08-03-2011, 06:25 PM

tranny and fuel lines today, used 6an line holders need to add one at the rear

fryer1979 · 08-04-2011, 02:17 AM

Painted a grill, now it's too nice and I need to paint a truck....

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66-PMD-GMC · 08-04-2011, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by fryer1979

Painted a grill, now it's too nice and I need to paint a truck....

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I just wish I was at the point of paint.

suzq044 · 08-04-2011, 05:52 PM

Verified that it was an out-of-round tire causing a bounce in the rear end. Found out we have air-shocks in the rear. We also have just about 100% original truck.. including the muffler lol. That truck runs QUIET. Pics later..
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wutnxt · 08-04-2011, 06:11 PM

Well it's getting closer......with any luck test drive tomorrow

enick72 · 08-04-2011, 06:58 PM

Picked up my heads, pistons and rods from the machine shop today. Hope to put everthing together this weekend.

onequickchevy · 08-04-2011, 08:45 PM

Finished plumbing up the fuel line, pump and regulator only to find the Holley Blue should be a Holley Blew. Its DOA, good thing I have a spare, nitrous can wait....I need to drive! Been down almost 2 months now. Schedule has been a bit hectic

66-PMD-GMC · 08-04-2011, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wutnxt

Well it's getting closer......with any luck test drive tomorrow

That looks like there is still a HELL of a lot of work left. You got a T.V. build crew there or something???

I mean, I see no motor...

wutnxt · 08-04-2011, 09:44 PM

LoL...Since i posted those pictures earlier today...
New clutch and pressure plate.....engine is all painted....it's sitting in as we speak already...exhaust is all bolted up....all new gaskets....seat is ready to go in....boards are all finished and ready to go in...all the new trim is ready to go on...Painting the hood and tailgate tonight...So after that it's bad da bing...bad da bang...So if there is no big boo boo's I plan on taking it for a drive for dinner tomorrow night......sure my fingers are crossed for luck but hey think positive right ?

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

That looks like there is still a HELL of a lot of work left. You got a T.V. build crew there or something???

I mean, I see no motor...

66-PMD-GMC · 08-04-2011, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wutnxt

LoL...Since i posted those pictures earlier today...
New clutch and pressure plate.....engine is all painted....it's sitting in as we speak already...exhaust is all bolted up....all new gaskets....seat is ready to go in....boards are all finished and ready to go in...all the new trim is ready to go on...Painting the hood and tailgate tonight...So after that it's bad da bing...bad da bang...So if there is no big boo boo's I plan on taking it for a drive for dinner tomorrow night......sure my fingers are crossed for luck but hey think positive right ?

All I can say is DAMN DUDE YOU ROCK!!!!!

BMERDOC · 08-04-2011, 09:53 PM

Gutted the old lock cylinder/ignition switch to get it out. Installed the new stuff. No more screwdriver for me!!

J.Cagle · 08-04-2011, 09:56 PM

I finally painted my motor and started painting some of the brackets and such today. No show job or nothing, didnt even pull the motor. Just wanted to spruce it up and remove close to 50 years of massive grease build up haha

wutnxt · 08-04-2011, 10:13 PM

Thanks Dude..

But it helps to set things up in advance so you can really pick up speed...I had it all laid out across my yard....lol...

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

All I can say is DAMN DUDE YOU ROCK!!!!!

markeb01 · 08-04-2011, 10:21 PM

Scored a 1962-63 era Moon 3 gauge panel with external lights, so more dash modifications are in order. The two outboard gauges on the main panel will be replaced with shallow bullets and the gauges relocated to the new accessory panel below the dash. The external lights were never very efficient. They mostly glared on the glass lens of the gauge, but I always loved their appearance. The bulb covers closely match the 49 Ford style dash knobs.

Here’s an old photo of what the panel looks like. More pictures to follow next week when the project is complete.

J.Cagle · 08-04-2011, 10:23 PM

Here's the before:

And the after(my camera died before I had a chance to take a pic of the whole thing)

08-02-2011, 11:53 AM	#3501
steverino66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: oklahoma Posts: 663	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Went ahead and yanked the cab off the frame since I'd recently pulled the front clip; found dirt/rust stockpile in the old heater… Attached Images

08-02-2011, 07:04 PM	#3502
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,770	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got the door handles mounted. I decided to have a matched set of locks so I won't always have to go through the passinger door to get in. Attached Images __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

08-02-2011, 09:29 PM	#3503
wutnxt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver b.c....is the biggest place most people would know but I am actually out in the valley 45 mins away Posts: 2,050	Re: What did you do to your truck today? well i got around to posting some pictures of my progress does that count ? Attached Images __________________ 1966 Pro street build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...?t=448089[ 1958 LS 2 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527123 1966 SBFS low and go http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=5799909 1966 SBFS street HULK http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5886625 Poject Low and go gets a 6.2 ltr LSA supercharged with 6 speed automatic Aluinum Radiator Dealer pm for details

08-02-2011, 09:35 PM	#3504
wutnxt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver b.c....is the biggest place most people would know but I am actually out in the valley 45 mins away Posts: 2,050	Re: What did you do to your truck today? making some serious progress now...... Attached Images __________________ 1966 Pro street build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...?t=448089[ 1958 LS 2 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527123 1966 SBFS low and go http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=5799909 1966 SBFS street HULK http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5886625 Poject Low and go gets a 6.2 ltr LSA supercharged with 6 speed automatic Aluinum Radiator Dealer pm for details

08-02-2011, 10:33 PM	#3505
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,770	Re: What did you do to your truck today? You Betcha! __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

08-03-2011, 12:08 AM	#3506
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,522	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I did nothing to my 65 today, because I still haven't found it. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

08-03-2011, 01:30 AM	#3507
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Cleaned up the interior, waxed the dash and spotlights, Armoral on the door panels, etc. 3 weekends until Goodguys Spokane.

08-03-2011, 09:40 AM	#3508
kieth Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,925	Re: What did you do to your truck today? got the brakes squared away, figured out the travel on the vacuum assist and the master cylinder, finally got the brakes bled, had to have brakes before we fire it up........and take it to the exhaust and front end shops. did get the fuel tank in, and the filler neck, and the door in the bed.....had problems with the tailgate paint-----we think it is just too da........ hot and the paint lifted when we tried to remove the masking tape around the letters. Oh well no one said it was doing to be easy...........Just put fuel in it, had to run out and get a remote starter button-------- ITS ALIVE AND RUNNING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 SOUNDS GOOD WITH OPEN HEADERS...........................

08-03-2011, 02:06 PM	#3509
truckdrivinsob Gear Jammer Join Date: May 2007 Location: Myrtle creek OR Posts: 221	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Air compressor was acting up trying to load on trailer because tags were out. Caught the muffler on trailer and snap.

08-03-2011, 06:25 PM	#3511
towersddg9 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 246	Re: What did you do to your truck today? tranny and fuel lines today, used 6an line holders need to add one at the rear Attached Images

08-04-2011, 02:17 AM	#3512
fryer1979 Redneck Hillbilly Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Backwoods Posts: 1,307	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Painted a grill, now it's too nice and I need to paint a truck....

08-04-2011, 05:52 PM	#3514
suzq044 Resident Photoshop Nerd Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gordon, GA Posts: 723	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Verified that it was an out-of-round tire causing a bounce in the rear end. Found out we have air-shocks in the rear. We also have just about 100% original truck.. including the muffler lol. That truck runs QUIET. Pics later.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ PJ - 1966 C10 Panel -- Max² - 1964 Jeep Wagoneer Panel-delivery -- Waiting his turn

08-04-2011, 06:11 PM	#3515
wutnxt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver b.c....is the biggest place most people would know but I am actually out in the valley 45 mins away Posts: 2,050	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Well it's getting closer......with any luck test drive tomorrow Attached Images __________________ 1966 Pro street build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...?t=448089[ 1958 LS 2 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527123 1966 SBFS low and go http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=5799909 1966 SBFS street HULK http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5886625 Poject Low and go gets a 6.2 ltr LSA supercharged with 6 speed automatic Aluinum Radiator Dealer pm for details

08-04-2011, 06:58 PM	#3516
enick72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 202	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Picked up my heads, pistons and rods from the machine shop today. Hope to put everthing together this weekend. __________________ 55 Chevy 1st series 65 Chevy stepside short bed www.bigslikpokertables.com

08-04-2011, 08:45 PM	#3517
onequickchevy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Marianna, Florida Posts: 339	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished plumbing up the fuel line, pump and regulator only to find the Holley Blue should be a Holley Blew. Its DOA, good thing I have a spare, nitrous can wait....I need to drive! Been down almost 2 months now. Schedule has been a bit hectic __________________ Slowly but surely getting it done.



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08-04-2011, 09:53 PM	#3521
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Gutted the old lock cylinder/ignition switch to get it out. Installed the new stuff. No more screwdriver for me!! Attached Images __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

08-04-2011, 09:56 PM	#3522
J.Cagle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Dennis Kansas Posts: 335	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I finally painted my motor and started painting some of the brackets and such today. No show job or nothing, didnt even pull the motor. Just wanted to spruce it up and remove close to 50 years of massive grease build up haha __________________ 1964 c-10 Long stepside, 230 I6 ,3spd, dealer add-on air.

08-04-2011, 10:21 PM	#3524
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Scored a 1962-63 era Moon 3 gauge panel with external lights, so more dash modifications are in order. The two outboard gauges on the main panel will be replaced with shallow bullets and the gauges relocated to the new accessory panel below the dash. The external lights were never very efficient. They mostly glared on the glass lens of the gauge, but I always loved their appearance. The bulb covers closely match the 49 Ford style dash knobs. Here’s an old photo of what the panel looks like. More pictures to follow next week when the project is complete.

08-04-2011, 10:23 PM	#3525
J.Cagle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Dennis Kansas Posts: 335	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Here's the before: And the after(my camera died before I had a chance to take a pic of the whole thing) __________________ 1964 c-10 Long stepside, 230 I6 ,3spd, dealer add-on air.

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