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markeb01 · 12-23-2011, 07:55 PM

Finally came up with an excuse to take the truck out for a ride. This can be somewhat challenging because my truck likes being started and driven every day. After sitting for an extended period it takes considerable effort getting her started, especially with the ambient being 18 degrees. Once warmed up and ready to head out, I went on the thrilling adventure of dropping letters off at the post office.

Woogeroo · 12-23-2011, 07:57 PM

markeb01 - I took my truck around for a little shakedown run after all of this wiring and what not going on. It's a good thing too, as I noticed my blinkers weren't working. I had knocked the flasher loose in all of my rooting around.

-W

E911manager · 12-28-2011, 11:10 AM

Finished up the gas tank mounts, grinding down some welds on the bed mounts, made new under the dash mounts for the caprice steering column, made a wire template for the steering and am now checking on options with Flaming River, Borgeson, and IDIDIT. Looks like Borgeson has the best solution for my set up.. Oh and tried a little dent removal on the bed and found out that body work is one thing that doesnt get better with age... I still suck..

Stefan. · 12-28-2011, 02:58 PM

Today I overhaul the brakes

towersddg9 · 12-28-2011, 11:09 PM

Had to pull the motor and tranny as I had an oil leak, it just got worse the more the motor ran, I was thinking rear main. Well the oil gallery plugs were all loose one fell out and the others just hand tight, I should have checked it, but thing is I supplied the macine shop with a complete new set, and had the works done on the block, its all done, and I will re stab tomorrow, I went ahead and changed out the center bolt covers for an early version

69burban · 12-29-2011, 02:05 AM

I was pretty exited about getting the heater working (there was no thermostat in it

) but the blower motor for the fan was making the craziest noise. Replaced the fan motor today (22.00 from NAPA

) that thing moves so much air now! it's awesome!

Bardahl · 12-23-2011, 08:02 PM

Bought a 700r4 and dual exhaust for the 68 Chev

markeb01 · 12-23-2011, 08:02 PM

It's nice discovering those little bugs before being stuck in traffic or heading out on that 1,000 mile road trip!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woogeroo

markeb01 - I took my truck around for a little shakedown run after all of this wiring and what not going on. It's a good thing too, as I noticed my blinkers weren't working. I had knocked the flasher loose in all of my rooting around.

-W

**MisterC** · 12-30-2011, 09:38 PM

I installed my repaired radiator with all of the accessories. Additionally, I installed my new parklamp/turn signal wiring harness under the hood.

XtechX · 12-30-2011, 10:35 PM

I went to a local saw mill and picked up 10 3/4" white oak boards for my bed floor for $120 bucks. They were all planed and trued up and ready to cut to size. I cut them to spec according gmcpauls write up, or as close as I could. Now I have to cut the grooves etc in them. I made some practice cuts on some scrap, using just a regular combination blade, anyone else just use a regular blade to cut the grooves? Did you go the full 1/4" wide?

C4 Metal Werks · 12-31-2011, 04:41 AM

I little bling today.

Vernski · 12-31-2011, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XtechX

I went to a local saw mill and picked up 10 3/4" white oak boards for my bed floor for $120 bucks. They were all planed and trued up and ready to cut to size. I cut them to spec according gmcpauls write up, or as close as I could. Now I have to cut the grooves etc in them. I made some practice cuts on some scrap, using just a regular combination blade, anyone else just use a regular blade to cut the grooves? Did you go the full 1/4" wide?

The 1/4" allows for expansion an contraction...Vernski

Bardahl · 12-31-2011, 08:41 PM

Bought another 68 GMC long fleet , I`m sick or have another hole in my head, I don`t feel sick??, I must just have another hole in my head !!

sigshooter · 12-31-2011, 09:48 PM

Today I pulled it out of the weeds, aired up the tires, and noticed some @$$hole got in my truck and cut off the pigtail and plug off my dimmer switch!

markeb01 · 12-31-2011, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sigshooter

Today I pulled it out of the weeds, aired up the tires, and noticed some @$$hole got in my truck and cut off the pigtail and plug off my dimmer switch!

Sorry you were victimized. Another reason why I generally like dogs more than people.

padresag · 01-01-2012, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XtechX

I went to a local saw mill and picked up 10 3/4" white oak boards for my bed floor for $120 bucks. They were all planed and trued up and ready to cut to size. I cut them to spec according gmcpauls write up, or as close as I could. Now I have to cut the grooves etc in them. I made some practice cuts on some scrap, using just a regular combination blade, anyone else just use a regular blade to cut the grooves? Did you go the full 1/4" wide?

I hope that they are dry
ron

XtechX · 01-01-2012, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padresag

I hope that they are dry
ron

Yes, nice and dry. I thought it was a real reasonable deal on the wood. I cut all the grooves etc in them today. They turned out very nice, but I didn't go the full 1/4 inch wide for the grooves (about 3/16").

E911manager · 01-02-2012, 11:37 PM

Well not just today for over the last 2 "truck" days... Two coats of POR15 on the frame after cleaning it up with a pressure washer and wire brush and wire wheel. I also worked on the firewall. More pics on my build page...

oem4me · 01-01-2012, 02:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XtechX

I went to a local saw mill and picked up 10 3/4" white oak boards for my bed floor for $120 bucks. They were all planed and trued up and ready to cut to size. I cut them to spec according gmcpauls write up, or as close as I could. Now I have to cut the grooves etc in them. I made some practice cuts on some scrap, using just a regular combination blade, anyone else just use a regular blade to cut the grooves? Did you go the full 1/4" wide?

White oak is a great choice in wood, and particularly beautiful if the annual growth rings are perpendicular to the board face (quartersawn). There is no reason you can't make the required grooves with a standard blade. Just make a pass and move the fence over a tad for another pass until the groove is as wide as it needs to be. You'll be pushing the planks over the saw many times each, but it'll work.

iceship · 12-31-2011, 10:31 PM

got my wires ready.. so my seats will have power and heat...
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iceship · 12-31-2011, 10:38 PM

From this

To this

Had to get the bcm for heated seat to work...

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csa daddy · 12-31-2011, 11:37 PM

Pulled my 64 in the garage today an started ripping frontend apart for 5 lug conversion an new bushings an ball joints an airbags
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Alan's Classic · 01-01-2012, 12:23 AM

Got my seats installed.

padresag · 01-01-2012, 12:41 AM

they look real good in there , Alan
ron

**PORKY** · 01-02-2012, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Got my seats installed.

The seats look GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRReat! What did they come out of?

12-23-2011, 07:55 PM	#1
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finally came up with an excuse to take the truck out for a ride. This can be somewhat challenging because my truck likes being started and driven every day. After sitting for an extended period it takes considerable effort getting her started, especially with the ambient being 18 degrees. Once warmed up and ready to head out, I went on the thrilling adventure of dropping letters off at the post office.

12-23-2011, 07:57 PM	#2
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: What did you do to your truck today? markeb01 - I took my truck around for a little shakedown run after all of this wiring and what not going on. It's a good thing too, as I noticed my blinkers weren't working. I had knocked the flasher loose in all of my rooting around. -W

12-28-2011, 11:10 AM	#3
E911manager Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Blanchard Oklahoma Posts: 424	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished up the gas tank mounts, grinding down some welds on the bed mounts, made new under the dash mounts for the caprice steering column, made a wire template for the steering and am now checking on options with Flaming River, Borgeson, and IDIDIT. Looks like Borgeson has the best solution for my set up.. Oh and tried a little dent removal on the bed and found out that body work is one thing that doesnt get better with age... I still suck.. __________________ My Build CAPRICKUP 1964 Chevy SWB on a 94 Caprice http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492640

12-28-2011, 02:58 PM	#4
Stefan. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Germany Posts: 31	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Today I overhaul the brakes

12-28-2011, 11:09 PM	#5
towersddg9 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 246	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Had to pull the motor and tranny as I had an oil leak, it just got worse the more the motor ran, I was thinking rear main. Well the oil gallery plugs were all loose one fell out and the others just hand tight, I should have checked it, but thing is I supplied the macine shop with a complete new set, and had the works done on the block, its all done, and I will re stab tomorrow, I went ahead and changed out the center bolt covers for an early version Attached Images

12-29-2011, 02:05 AM	#6
69burban Garage Built Rides Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 83	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I was pretty exited about getting the heater working (there was no thermostat in it) but the blower motor for the fan was making the craziest noise. Replaced the fan motor today (22.00 from NAPA) that thing moves so much air now! it's awesome! __________________ Albuquerque, New Mexico 65 long bed, shaved drip rails, tail lights, tailgate, and molding. 350/700r4, dropped springs

12-23-2011, 08:02 PM	#7
Bardahl Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Northwest Posts: 90	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Bought a 700r4 and dual exhaust for the 68 Chev

12-30-2011, 09:38 PM	#9
MisterC Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 1,027	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I installed my repaired radiator with all of the accessories. Additionally, I installed my new parklamp/turn signal wiring harness under the hood. __________________ Poor and content is Rich...and Rich enough! - William Shakespeare 1966 C10 Custom Cab "Luigi" Big Window - SWB Fleetside 350 V-8 - Powerglide My not so much a build thread as a "Slow Progression Thread":http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486894

12-30-2011, 10:35 PM	#10
XtechX Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Edmore, Michigan Posts: 300	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I went to a local saw mill and picked up 10 3/4" white oak boards for my bed floor for $120 bucks. They were all planed and trued up and ready to cut to size. I cut them to spec according gmcpauls write up, or as close as I could. Now I have to cut the grooves etc in them. I made some practice cuts on some scrap, using just a regular combination blade, anyone else just use a regular blade to cut the grooves? Did you go the full 1/4" wide? __________________ Opportunity usually comes disguised....As hard work!!!

12-31-2011, 04:41 AM	#11
C4 Metal Werks Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chico, CA Posts: 87	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I little bling today. __________________ Low & Slow

12-31-2011, 08:41 PM	#13
Bardahl Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Northwest Posts: 90	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Bought another 68 GMC long fleet , I`m sick or have another hole in my head, I don`t feel sick??, I must just have another hole in my head !!

12-31-2011, 09:48 PM	#14
sigshooter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tahlequah, Ok Posts: 1,235	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Today I pulled it out of the weeds, aired up the tires, and noticed some @$$hole got in my truck and cut off the pigtail and plug off my dimmer switch! Attached Images __________________ 1965 long bed ( grandpas old truck ) 1964 long bed BBW Custom Cab 1966 Short stepside 1964 long bed 1965 long bed Custom Cab, factory air, V-8, powerglide

01-02-2012, 11:37 PM	#18
E911manager Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Blanchard Oklahoma Posts: 424	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Well not just today for over the last 2 "truck" days... Two coats of POR15 on the frame after cleaning it up with a pressure washer and wire brush and wire wheel. I also worked on the firewall. More pics on my build page... Attached Images __________________ My Build CAPRICKUP 1964 Chevy SWB on a 94 Caprice http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492640

12-31-2011, 10:31 PM	#20
iceship Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: bowling green, ky Posts: 439	Re: What did you do to your truck today? got my wires ready.. so my seats will have power and heat... Posted via Mobile Device

12-31-2011, 10:38 PM	#21
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