LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Page 16 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Getter-Done** · 10-05-2023, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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I finished up some things on the truck the last few days.

Sandblasted and coated the taillight and reverse light housings yesterday. After I sandblast them, I coat them inside and out with Rustoleum Cold Galvanizing Compound. It has good reflective qualities and is a good rust preventive.

I have used this Paint on several projects and have not thought about using it for this .
Great Idea .

I can see where that will work. Great Info

I keep a Can in my inventory at all times.

**zicc1835** · 10-15-2023, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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I finished up some things on the truck the last few days.

Sandblasted and coated the tail light and reverse light housings yesterday. After I sandblast them I coat them inside and out with Rustoleum Cold Galvanizing Compound. It has good reflective qualities and is a good rust preventive. Sorry about the crappy pictures, I forgot I had the flash on. Got those installed.

I didn't have the wire loom installed from the firewall to the rear cross member so I went ahead and did that next and tested it at the back plugin. Everything tested out OK except for the reverse lights.. I'm not worried about those right now. Installed the bulbs and lenses and plugged the connector in at the cross member and everything worked (except those darn reverse lights)...... Surprise!......

I removed the upper grille hoop the other day so I could paint the top part of the grille where I scuffed it up working on stuff. I taped that off, used scotch brite on it and painted it this afternoon. After it dried I put the grille hoop and Bowtie back on.

I had enough daylight left so I installed the hood letters and put the bumper back on.

I have a fuel line that needs secured away from the exhaust and a couple of other little things and I can start driving it.

LockDoc

does that galvanizing compound come in quart can or spray can?

68Gold/white · 10-06-2023, 09:38 AM

Look'n good in the Iowa neighborhood!!!

**LockDoc** · 10-06-2023, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Look'n good in the Iowa neighborhood!!!

Thanks. I'm gettin' there....

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 10-08-2023, 03:52 AM

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Fuel lines are secured, rear simulators installed, new battery, tail light wire loom secured with original clips, license plate light and rear plate installed.

The '67 Chevy Cab & Chassis rear end assembly has 1/2" wheel studs and I wasn't able to find the correct stud adapters for it, for the simulators. I just screwed the lug nuts onto a 1/2" bolt then slid the 9/16" adapters down over the bolt to hold everything straight and tack welded them to the lug nuts. (I added more weld after I took the last picture) That worked out good......

I will see about getting the tailgate installed and take it out for a test drive today. I will post a couple of overall pictures this afternoon also.

LockDoc

**loudchevy** · 10-09-2023, 09:56 AM

Congrats on the first drive! Truck looks great.

**LockDoc** · 10-09-2023, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by loudchevy

Congrats on the first drive! Truck looks great.

Thanks, I'm about ready to head out in it again....

LockDoc

**clay68c10** · 10-10-2023, 07:55 AM

Awesome! I love it. Coolest tow rig ever.

**Ol Blue K20** · 10-10-2023, 09:01 AM

I think it's bad @$$, I love it!

**LockDoc** · 10-10-2023, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by clay68c10

Awesome! I love it. Coolest tow rig ever.

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

I think it's bad @$$, I love it!

Thanks guys. I appreciate that....

LockDoc

**68 C10 Driver** · 10-10-2023, 01:08 PM

Great job on the truck, LockDoc! I am way behind you (just now getting the frame stripped), but your thread here is very motivating.

**kev2809** · 10-10-2023, 04:04 PM

looks great leon, bet it will be a ton of fun to drive. its definitely unique! btw, your 2 years of progress at 80 is much better than my 14 years of progress when i was 24 to now lmao

**LockDoc** · 10-10-2023, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 C10 Driver

Great job on the truck, LockDoc! I am way behind you (just now getting the frame stripped), but your thread here is very motivating.

Thanks. If you just keep plugging away at it you will get there...

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Originally Posted by kev2809

looks great leon, bet it will be a ton of fun to drive. its definitely unique! btw, your 2 years of progress at 80 is much better than my 14 years of progress when i was 24 to now lmao

It's a lot easier to make progress when you are older and retired Kev....

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 10-11-2023, 12:06 AM

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We cut my bed wood this afternoon. I brought it home and ran it through the planer. I was hoping to get the pieces cut to width but ran out of daylight. I might get it cut tomorrow but it is supposed to rain for the next 3 days so we will see.....

Lots of shavings....

LockDoc

**HO455** · 10-11-2023, 09:09 PM

Really cool truck Doc! And as amazing as the build has been I'm more amazed at the selection of tools you have! Like that nice planer your making sawdust with. I wouldn't mind being your neighbor.

**LockDoc** · 10-12-2023, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by HO455

Really cool truck Doc! And as amazing as the build has been I'm more amazed at the selection of tools you have! Like that nice planer your making sawdust with. I wouldn't mind being your neighbor.

Thanks for the nice comment on the truck.

I have had that planer for a lot of years. I used to make a lot of larger wall hung clocks and that is the reason I bought it.

There is a lot of open land around me....

LockDoc

LT7A · 10-24-2023, 07:41 PM

This is cool. Before seeing projects like this I considered work trucks and hot rods to be separate entities. Now you've got me considering how I can get away with building a combo unit. Keeping the exterior businesslike is key IMO. That truck will be capable of carrying lots of locks ; )

I know that it's work-ready and all that but the wood-n-strips in the bed look sharp.

**LockDoc** · 10-24-2023, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by regan wilson

Looks awesome Leon.

Thanks. I appreciate that.

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Originally Posted by LT7A

This is cool. Before seeing projects like this I considered work trucks and hot rods to be separate entities. Now you've got me considering how I can get away with building a combo unit. Keeping the exterior businesslike is key IMO. That truck will be capable of carrying lots of locks ; )

I know that it's work-ready and all that but the wood-n-strips in the bed look sharp.

Thanks. It sure would haul lots of locks, and get them there pretty quick too....

... I plan on using it to pull my 20ft tilt bed trailer and general hauling. I still need to find a good frame mounted hitch to put on it.

LockDoc

MS66 · 10-15-2023, 02:15 PM

This a nice build, Leon. Killer truck.

**68 C10 Driver** · 10-15-2023, 04:23 PM

Looks great with those cab lights on!

**LockDoc** · 10-15-2023, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MS66

This a nice build, Leon. Killer truck.

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Originally Posted by 68 C10 Driver

Looks great with those cab lights on!

Thanks guys.

The truck got a good workout today giving everyone rides. When I started the truck this morning the Check Engine light did not come on. Woo Hoo!...

LockDoc
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**Getter-Done** · 10-15-2023, 05:27 PM

The engine had to go though it's cycle times to get used to its new surroundings.

**LockDoc** · 10-15-2023, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Getter-Done

The engine had to go though it's cycle times to get used to its new surroundings.

I was thinking maybe it had to go through a re-learn. Hope that was it....

LockDoc

**Ol Blue K20** · 10-24-2023, 12:03 PM

Nice!

**LockDoc** · 10-24-2023, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by loudchevy

Good Progress, looking forward to seeing the bed finished.

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Nice!

Thanks Guys. Pictures in next post.

LockDoc

10-06-2023, 09:38 AM	#3
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,318	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Look'n good in the Iowa neighborhood!!!

10-08-2023, 03:52 AM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,385	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Fuel lines are secured, rear simulators installed, new battery, tail light wire loom secured with original clips, license plate light and rear plate installed. The '67 Chevy Cab & Chassis rear end assembly has 1/2" wheel studs and I wasn't able to find the correct stud adapters for it, for the simulators. I just screwed the lug nuts onto a 1/2" bolt then slid the 9/16" adapters down over the bolt to hold everything straight and tack welded them to the lug nuts. (I added more weld after I took the last picture) That worked out good...... I will see about getting the tailgate installed and take it out for a test drive today. I will post a couple of overall pictures this afternoon also. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-09-2023, 09:56 AM	#6
loudchevy Active Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Phx, AZ Posts: 177	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Congrats on the first drive! Truck looks great. __________________ Scott 1970 C10 LWB-->SWB Under Construction https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=847605 2014 2500HD DirtyMax\|Daily Driver\|Stock 2003 Tahoe Stock 1985 K5 5.3LS/4L60E\|8Lug 4:56\|3/4 Ton Front\|14BFF Rear\|Roll Cage\|Dove-tailed & Bobbed

10-10-2023, 07:55 AM	#8
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,932	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Awesome! I love it. Coolest tow rig ever. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

10-10-2023, 09:01 AM	#9
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,923	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread I think it's bad @$$, I love it! __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

10-10-2023, 01:08 PM	#11
68 C10 Driver Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Kathleen, GA Posts: 623	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Great job on the truck, LockDoc! I am way behind you (just now getting the frame stripped), but your thread here is very motivating.

10-10-2023, 04:04 PM	#12
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,143	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread looks great leon, bet it will be a ton of fun to drive. its definitely unique! btw, your 2 years of progress at 80 is much better than my 14 years of progress when i was 24 to now lmao __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

10-11-2023, 12:06 AM	#14
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,385	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - We cut my bed wood this afternoon. I brought it home and ran it through the planer. I was hoping to get the pieces cut to width but ran out of daylight. I might get it cut tomorrow but it is supposed to rain for the next 3 days so we will see..... Lots of shavings.... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

10-11-2023, 09:09 PM	#15
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,953	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Really cool truck Doc! And as amazing as the build has been I'm more amazed at the selection of tools you have! Like that nice planer your making sawdust with. I wouldn't mind being your neighbor. __________________ 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

10-24-2023, 07:41 PM	#17
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,575	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread This is cool. Before seeing projects like this I considered work trucks and hot rods to be separate entities. Now you've got me considering how I can get away with building a combo unit. Keeping the exterior businesslike is key IMO. That truck will be capable of carrying lots of locks ; ) I know that it's work-ready and all that but the wood-n-strips in the bed look sharp.

10-15-2023, 02:15 PM	#19
MS66 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Florence, MS. Posts: 100	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread This a nice build, Leon. Killer truck.

10-15-2023, 04:23 PM	#20
68 C10 Driver Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Kathleen, GA Posts: 623	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Looks great with those cab lights on!

10-15-2023, 05:27 PM	#22
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,918	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread The engine had to go though it's cycle times to get used to its new surroundings. __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

10-24-2023, 12:03 PM	#24
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,923	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Nice! __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man



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