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**EdwardSams** · 07-07-2024, 09:28 PM

Wrapped up the installation of a Kicker 10” hideaway under seat subwoofer. The previous owner cut the doors to make way for 2 6x9s in each door, all of which I upgraded recently. Sound on them is ok but not quite full enough so with the addition of the sub, it sounds a lot better. I still prefer that rumble of the MagnaFlows, but having a good sounding stereo is a bonus.

Purchased it from Crutchfield, sales rep Dwayne. Strong recommend if you’re ready to upgrade yours.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-07-2024, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by EdwardSams

Wrapped up the installation of a Kicker 10” hideaway under seat subwoofer. The previous owner cut the doors to make way for 2 6x9s in each door, all of which I upgraded recently. Sound on them is ok but not quite full enough so with the addition of the sub, it sounds a lot better. I still prefer that rumble of the MagnaFlows, but having a good sounding stereo is a bonus.

Purchased it from Crutchfield, sales rep Dwayne. Strong recommend if you’re ready to upgrade yours.

Inside door speakers will sound like crap if you don't insulate them. Crutchfield used to sell a styrofoam shield that you put on the back of the speaker to cut unwanted radiant metallic sibilance. Possibly the silvered Sound Control Matting might work too.

Everybody like to knock their PO for cutting holes in the doors, but I've had my C/10 Stepside since 6/1973, so I'm the guy who wanted a stereo in his truck. But I did go with single 5.5'' speakers because I thought the 6x9s cut away too much steel.

**3757chevy** · 07-08-2024, 02:22 PM

double post

**3757chevy** · 07-08-2024, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by EdwardSams

Wrapped up the installation of a Kicker 10” hideaway under seat subwoofer. The previous owner cut the doors to make way for 2 6x9s in each door, all of which I upgraded recently. Sound on them is ok but not quite full enough so with the addition of the sub, it sounds a lot better. I still prefer that rumble of the MagnaFlows, but having a good sounding stereo is a bonus.

Purchased it from Crutchfield, sales rep Dwayne. Strong recommend if you’re ready to upgrade yours.

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Inside door speakers will sound like crap if you don't insulate them. Crutchfield used to sell a styrofoam shield that you put on the back of the speaker to cut unwanted radiant metallic sibilance.

Speaker baffles https://www.crutchfield.com/p_237XT9...th.html?tp=660

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-08-2024, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Speaker baffles https://www.crutchfield.com/p_237XT9...th.html?tp=660

Yup. That's the Critter.

KQQL IT · 07-07-2024, 10:08 PM

Old blue ran errands for the 73

Tired of this never ending 4L80 project.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-07-2024, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

Old blue ran errands for the 73

Tired of this never ending 4L80 project.

I know. Seems like my '71 GMC is the support truck for my ''new'' 2003 Tahoe.

1967GMCC20 · 07-08-2024, 10:13 AM

Need front sway bar, want OEM type for 67.

**loudchevy** · 07-08-2024, 03:24 PM

Finished painting the cab, cowl, fenders, doors, and hood this past weekend.

kcmarkd · 11-14-2018, 06:23 PM

Replaced the alternator and re-did the shattered connector plug. While I was at it, I saw that the fuel pump was squirting gas from the weep holes in the top of the mechanical pump. So, got a new pump and will be doing that next.

**Steeveedee** · 11-14-2018, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kcmarkd

Replaced the alternator and re-did the shattered connector plug. While I was at it, I saw that the fuel pump was squirting gas from the weep holes in the top of the mechanical pump. So, got a new pump and will be doing that next.

Smell your oil for fuel. When the diaphragm goes, the pump can leak fuel into the oil.

332rick · 11-14-2018, 08:58 PM

Working on my brakes - replacing everything but the drum.

kcmarkd · 11-14-2018, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

Smell your oil for fuel. When the diaphragm goes, the pump can leak fuel into the oil.

Good to know. It is time for an oil change anyway, so will take care of that after I replace the pump. Thanks!

PepperTreeGarage · 11-14-2018, 11:04 PM

Finished the C-Notch and helper bag mount with extra inner and outer plates on the C20.

**Canuckvetter** · 11-15-2018, 06:33 PM

Freshened up a gauge cluster for the 67 Vermillion/white CST. Going to go from this broken bezel.....

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To this.

Special thanks to TBONE1964 for the calibrate and paint on the speedo and TOO MUCH STUFF for the choke delete & throttle place card.

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**Thrill4130** · 01-17-2019, 07:16 PM

Installed new dimmer switch, headlight and reverse bulb on my longbed. Next is hunting down why the brights circuit is open. Buttoning up a new fuse block setup to mount pcm, Tac Module, obd2 and clean up wiring in my shortbed.
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UNEASYRIDER · 01-18-2019, 12:21 PM

Gave her a bath after getting her stuck !

elorenzof · 01-18-2019, 12:28 PM

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Gave her a bath after getting her stuck !

HAHA we have all been there. (at least i have) nice truck!

**AussieinNC** · 01-20-2019, 03:27 PM

Finally...some time on Old Blue...

truck has sat idle for a few years now while I worked on other projects, mostly for other folk...

Purchased this 1967 LWB 2WD V8 about four years ago...put it on the shop, ripped off the bed and doors and seat to clear out mice nests...and there it sat...until today.

Checked the oil and coolant...
Bypassed the ignition circuit and starter circuit by removing firewall plug...
Pulled carb and cleaned out the junk...no gasket set available so I reused the old ones...
Added a temporary fuel supply system and primed the carb....(original 2GC )
Turned her over a bit to get some oil circulating....
Connected power to Ign circuit and away she went !.....

No smoke
No blowby
Let her warm up for about 15 minutes...darned thing sits there and idles !

Some times it nice to work on something just for yourself...

Pics coming later...

Nearly time for football!!!!

**NewBayColony** · 01-20-2019, 03:33 PM

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Put a NOS door latch from Riverside Truck and Auto Parts in Milliken, CO. I enjoyed talking to John and his assistant there while my part was being retrieved for me. Now my door opens and closes properly.

**nlped** · 01-20-2019, 06:32 PM

This!!!!

Getting ready for the first trial fit on the new Porterbuilt chassis.

72c20customcamper · 02-24-2019, 12:34 PM

Just worked on my new 68. Truck has been sitting a long time. It would start and then starve for gas after a couple of minutes. Let the pictures do the talking. Shame is the owner put a new tank in 2013 and it's full of rust.

**zicc1835** · 02-24-2019, 04:01 PM

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I finally got my so called shop truck running this week..My current engine builder I have been using since 1980 has retired...so I bought a BluePrint 427 sbc..Has a warranty so I thought I would try one..heard good and bad...A friend of mine has just put a full season of 1/4 mile racing on same motor and has had 0 issues.Off to exhaust shop then to get some old school weathered lettering....I wil post pics after it is lettered up...Anybody in Pa or surrounding states that needs a good sign painter to do lettering on there vehicle shoot me a pm and I will get you the info and show pics of work he has done for me....Rob

you have a link for that SBC 427
thanks
jz

**tdangle** · 02-07-2020, 08:26 PM

This

72c20customcamper · 08-29-2022, 12:38 PM

Cleaned up the instrument cluster. Before and after

07-07-2024, 09:28 PM	#1
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 235	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Wrapped up the installation of a Kicker 10” hideaway under seat subwoofer. The previous owner cut the doors to make way for 2 6x9s in each door, all of which I upgraded recently. Sound on them is ok but not quite full enough so with the addition of the sub, it sounds a lot better. I still prefer that rumble of the MagnaFlows, but having a good sounding stereo is a bonus. Purchased it from Crutchfield, sales rep Dwayne. Strong recommend if you’re ready to upgrade yours.

07-08-2024, 02:22 PM	#3
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,916	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter double post __________________ '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

07-07-2024, 10:08 PM	#6
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,197	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Old blue ran errands for the 73 Tired of this never ending 4L80 project. Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-08-2024, 10:13 AM	#8
1967GMCC20 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Medina, Ohio Posts: 203	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Need front sway bar, want OEM type for 67.

07-08-2024, 03:24 PM	#9
loudchevy Active Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Phx, AZ Posts: 189	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished painting the cab, cowl, fenders, doors, and hood this past weekend. Attached Images __________________ 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

11-14-2018, 06:23 PM	#10
kcmarkd Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Etowah, NC Posts: 30	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Replaced the alternator and re-did the shattered connector plug. While I was at it, I saw that the fuel pump was squirting gas from the weep holes in the top of the mechanical pump. So, got a new pump and will be doing that next. __________________ 1970 C10 CST, PS, PB, AC, patina, original, work in progress

11-14-2018, 08:58 PM	#12
332rick Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Chula Vista, CA. Posts: 73	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Working on my brakes - replacing everything but the drum. Attached Images

11-14-2018, 11:04 PM	#14
PepperTreeGarage Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 281	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished the C-Notch and helper bag mount with extra inner and outer plates on the C20. Attached Images

11-15-2018, 06:33 PM	#15
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,045	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Freshened up a gauge cluster for the 67 Vermillion/white CST. Going to go from this broken bezel..... To this. Special thanks to TBONE1964 for the calibrate and paint on the speedo and TOO MUCH STUFF for the choke delete & throttle place card. __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

01-17-2019, 07:16 PM	#16
Thrill4130 Active Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Stallion Springs, CA Posts: 194	Installed new dimmer switch, headlight and reverse bulb on my longbed. Next is hunting down why the brights circuit is open. Buttoning up a new fuse block setup to mount pcm, Tac Module, obd2 and clean up wiring in my shortbed. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

01-18-2019, 12:21 PM	#17
UNEASYRIDER Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: PHOENIX,ARIZONA Posts: 91	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Gave her a bath after getting her stuck ! Attached Images __________________ DON'T BUILD IT IF YOUR NOT GONA DRIVE IT!!

01-20-2019, 03:27 PM	#19
AussieinNC Moderator Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 2,177	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally...some time on Old Blue... truck has sat idle for a few years now while I worked on other projects, mostly for other folk... Purchased this 1967 LWB 2WD V8 about four years ago...put it on the shop, ripped off the bed and doors and seat to clear out mice nests...and there it sat...until today. Checked the oil and coolant... Bypassed the ignition circuit and starter circuit by removing firewall plug... Pulled carb and cleaned out the junk...no gasket set available so I reused the old ones... Added a temporary fuel supply system and primed the carb....(original 2GC ) Turned her over a bit to get some oil circulating.... Connected power to Ign circuit and away she went !..... No smoke No blowby Let her warm up for about 15 minutes...darned thing sits there and idles ! Some times it nice to work on something just for yourself... Pics coming later... Nearly time for football!!!! __________________ Family and country before all others... 2006 Chevy Silverado (Daily Driver) 2012 Chevy Equinox

01-20-2019, 03:33 PM	#20
NewBayColony Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Northbridge,MA Posts: 494	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put a NOS door latch from Riverside Truck and Auto Parts in Milliken, CO. I enjoyed talking to John and his assistant there while my part was being retrieved for me. Now my door opens and closes properly. __________________ 72 C20 292 3OTT 77 GMC 2500 4x4 Longstepper 350 4sp 50 3100 ex Airforce/Town of Mendon fire truck 72 GMC 1500 2wd short stepside 250 4sp 78 GMC 2500 4x Longstepper 292 4sp 54 6400 Chevy 5 window 4 sp 2sp vac rear end Shell oil truck/dump truck (Norman)

01-20-2019, 06:32 PM	#21
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This!!!! Getting ready for the first trial fit on the new Porterbuilt chassis. Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

02-24-2019, 12:34 PM	#22
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,386	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Just worked on my new 68. Truck has been sitting a long time. It would start and then starve for gas after a couple of minutes. Let the pictures do the talking. Shame is the owner put a new tank in 2013 and it's full of rust. 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. Last edited by 72c20customcamper; 02-24-2019 at 12:38 PM. Reason: Better picture



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02-07-2020, 08:26 PM	#24
tdangle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This Attached Images __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

08-29-2022, 12:38 PM	#25
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,386	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Cleaned up the instrument cluster. Before and after 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.

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