Al's 71C10 Rebuild

[sourkraut]

al your truck definately is nicer! i like your wheels better!

[Puropedo]

Al, truck looks great! I know you paid someone not too long ago to apply the chevrolet decals on your tailgate, but imo installing a tailgate molding as the one that truck on ebay has would definetely make your truck's rear look a lot better, check it out....

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by Puropedo

Al, truck looks great! I know you paid someone not too long ago to apply the chevrolet decals on your tailgate, but imo installing a tailgate molding as the one that truck on ebay has would definetely make your truck's rear look a lot better, check it out....

Juanito, I never thought about adding that molding in fact I did not even think I could use it but thats a thought I will have to look into it. My friend installed the letters for free and the letters cost me 7.00 so not a big lost if I take them off.

[highperf4x4]

You don't even need to take them off. Just cover them up. I prefer the tailgate moulding too.

[young_buck_hick]

were did you get your seats done i live in boca

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by young_buck_hick

were did you get your seats done i live in boca

they were done by the previos owner in a shop called Southern Auto Trim in Fort Lauderdale..

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

You don't even need to take them off. Just cover them up. I prefer the tailgate moulding too.

you guys have me thinking about it and I never really paid attention to it but I just may have to order the molding with the clips. I wonder if someone has picts of the install how many holes have to be drilled.

[highperf4x4]

There are 12 screws.

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=41

There's a link to the molding from lmc and it shows you basically how it attaches. I'd tape it in place and then drill the holes.

[highperf4x4]

There is also another piece that goes at the bottom of the tailgate if you don't use the larger molding. I see you have the top piece on the tailgate already.


http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=79

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

There are 12 screws.

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=41

There's a link to the molding from lmc and it shows you basically how it attaches. I'd tape it in place and then drill the holes.

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

There is also another piece that goes at the bottom of the tailgate if you don't use the larger molding. I see you have the top piece on the tailgate already.


http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=79

Travis Thank you!!!!!! I did not even think about looking at the lmc catalog....

Thanks guys you all just cost me another $200.00

[highperf4x4]

[highperf4x4]

BWAHAHAHAHA I win!!!!!


I already have the large one and the mini I borrowed from the oldest boy.

Question though. When you put the sleeve attachment on your mini, how did you keep it from chewing up the top of the ball? This one kept getting hung up and ripping pieces off while I was holding the sleeve.

And I still couldn't make them look as good as they did originally. Got any technique tips for us beginners?

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

BWAHAHAHAHA I win!!!!!


I already have the large one and the mini I borrowed from the oldest boy.

Question though. When you put the sleeve attachment on your mini, how did you keep it from chewing up the top of the ball? This one kept getting hung up and ripping pieces off while I was holding the sleeve.

And I still couldn't make them look as good as they did originally. Got any technique tips for us beginners?

I dont have the mini I have the regular size one.....The only thing I do I cover everywhere I dont want the paste to go, then I begin to put the polishing compound on the actual ball and go at low speed one area at a time then I remove the excess with a microfiber towel then repeat as necessary. There is no special trick that I can think of.

[highperf4x4]

Well, putting the polish on the ball would be a new step for me.

I've been rubbing it around with an applicator first and then trying to "polish" it with the ball. Not working very good. Do you use mothers polish or is there something better that doesnt' cost me my 1 acre of land on the moon?

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

Well, putting the polish on the ball would be a new step for me.

I've been rubbing it around with an applicator first and then trying to "polish" it with the ball. Not working very good. Do you use mothers polish or is there something better that doesnt' cost me my 1 acre of land on the moon?

I use never dull.....

http://www.eagleone.com/pages/produc...=1006&cat=5006

[highperf4x4]

Rgiht on!!

Thanks for the tips brother. Maybe my wheels will come out as nice as your engine compartment!

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

Rgiht on!!

Thanks for the tips brother. Maybe my wheels will come out as nice as your engine compartment!

post some before and after picts.......good luck...

[highperf4x4]

I will when I get to it. One more question though. How much polish do you use if you apply it to the ball first. I was told back in the day to use as little polish as possible and that's what I've been trying to do. Should I be throwing more product at the wheel?

I have a couple of befor and afters from last week but they're not impressive. I'll take some more when I try your method.


These are cell phone pics but I'll use the camera next time so you get a better idea. I couldn't do a close up with the cell phone.


Dirty






Cleaned with Eagle One Etching cleaner.




Polished

[big_al_71]

Travis the wheels came out looking awesome!!!! Putting the paste directly on to the powerball and do not put alot just a bit and work it in then wipe clean with a micrfiber and repeat as necessary..

[highperf4x4]

Thanks for the help bro!

[big_al_71]

well Al is at it again, i am rethinking wheels again. I do have the set of two van rallies and two truck rallies but still need to buy tires. One of my guys bought a 68 a couple weeks ago and is totally driving me nuts about buying my coys, he wants them period. Of course I was not really thinking wheels at all as I am perfectly happy with mine but he does have my attention as i may have to go a different route this time....

http://www.rushforthwheels.com/view/Rated-X

I am also thinking Budnik.

http://www.budnik.com/whatsnew.asp

I am also thinking Intro Wheels

http://www.introwheels.com/3d_1.shtml


Doesany of you have some suggestions for the confused big guy?

[bigsnookmaster]

I think you need some one of a kind custom wheels made for the truck. Some Foose designed or something along those lines. Good luck

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by big_al_71

well Al is at it again, i am rethinking wheels again. I do have the set of two van rallies and two truck rallies but still need to buy tires. One of my guys bought a 68 a couple weeks ago and is totally driving me nuts about buying my coys, he wants them period. Of course I was not really thinking wheels at all as I am perfectly happy with mine but he does have my attention as i may have to go a different route this time....


Does any of you have some suggestions for the confused big guy?:lol:

Billet Specialties Hiboys.
(All 4 wheels 20").

[highperf4x4]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Billet Specialties Hiboys.
(All 4 wheels 20").

ooohhh. I like those!

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Travis thats funny!!

[72BlckButy]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Billet Specialties Hiboys.
(All 4 wheels 20").

If not the Hiboys... any BS wheel will do.

[my67chevytruck]

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

If not the Hiboys... any BS wheel will do.

^ agree. I like the vintecs........

Let us know what you decide Al.