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VA72C10 · 11-10-2009, 01:02 AM

Well, first a story....I went to NAPA to get some small parts for the build. They had the rear U-joint in stock but didn't have the U-bolts for the lower A-arm. I was going to have them order it but shipping was going to cost more than the bolts. Looked around but couldn't find them cheaper so I went back to the NAPA to order them. Walked in and the guy I talked to was there. He says wait one minute...walks to the back, and presents me with the u-bolts. He had them transfered at No charge and had saved them for me. $8 for the four (CPP wants around 60 shipped for these) They are 9/16 so I will have to enlarge the saddle holes, but I wanted the larger ones. Thought that was cool of him to do in today's business world of poor customer service

U-bolts

VA72C10 · 11-10-2009, 01:10 AM

Here are the pics from tonight

Passenger rocker

Driver's rocker

Filling in the seams to make it nice and smoooooooooth

All cab supports done...couple small rust spots in floor patched....

Started filling in unneccesary holes in the door jambs...did I mention I want it smoooooooooooooooth

Started on the drip rail. I'm having him weld the seam at the corners where the factory just put in seam fill....feel safer with that welded that the panels won't want to shift....

VA72C10 · 11-10-2009, 01:13 AM

He's going to weld the seams then weld this area he cut before moving any further with the cutting. Not 100% what some would call shaving the drip rail, but I like how the finished one above looks where the line still carries around to the doors....

0331grunt · 11-10-2009, 08:15 AM

It's coming along. Looks good, and going to be smooth

VA72C10 · 11-10-2009, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 0331grunt

It's coming along. Looks good, and going to be smooth

Yeah, gonna work on it tomorrow. Each time I see it now it looks smoother

mcbassin · 11-10-2009, 09:40 PM

VA,

I like the shave drip rail...

I thought maybe you fabricated the tailgate panel. How much did they charge you for the machining it? Just curious?

VA72C10 · 11-10-2009, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

VA,

I like the shave drip rail...

I thought maybe you fabricated the tailgate panel. How much did they charge you for the machining it? Just curious?

thanks,

The panel ran around 250 shipped...they sourced and purchased the steel, machined it, and shipped it. Should have it in a few days...

*1sik52* · 11-12-2009, 09:35 AM

Looking good!

my67chevytruck · 11-12-2009, 11:18 AM

looking great!

VA72C10 · 11-13-2009, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by brian69longbed

still wanna swap cabs ha ha

Not any more!

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Originally Posted by 1sik52

Looking good!

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Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

looking great!

Thanks guys!

Got the CPP parts in finally and going to paint them up and will be hopefully putting the front end together tomorrow.

sourkraut · 11-13-2009, 08:10 PM

Is it not a good feeling having your cab done!!!

VA72C10 · 11-13-2009, 08:32 PM

Sure is.

*Puropedo* · 11-13-2009, 09:42 PM

Looking great! Cant wait to see the outcome of that tailgate

72BlckButy · 11-13-2009, 09:47 PM

I love the filler panel...

PHAT TONY · 11-13-2009, 09:51 PM

Once that 'gate's done.......ship 'er to me for my Blazer, pleeeaaase?

VA72C10 · 11-13-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Puropedo

Looking great! Cant wait to see the outcome of that tailgate

Me either!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

I love the filler panel...

Me too

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Originally Posted by PHAT TONY

Once that 'gate's done.......ship 'er to me for my Blazer, pleeeaaase?

Since you asked nicely.....

NO

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:12 AM

Well, got the panel in today with the spacers and another panel I had made. I have a few other ideas in mind but not sure yet...

Here's the extra panels and spacers how they were packaged and the panel

Here's the other idea I came up with. This panel will be installed where the factory speaker spot is (welded in flush....not overlayed). The defroster holes will be filled and round defrost outlets installed on the edges of the dash.

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:17 AM

The last pictures above showed approx how the panel will look once welded in. Covered the handle opening with electrical tape since that will be filled as well.

Got a lot done on the truck today. I didn't get over till later in the afternoon but worked late on it. Should have the front end buttoned up and on tires next time over. Got the rear all together and all bolts tightened with Loctite. Also did loctite on the front crossmember. Got the control arms put together with new ball joints pressed in the lower on Jason's shop press. Installed the new upper ball joints and the new cross shafts and bushings in all. Got upper and lower arms installed. Installed the steering box for the final time. Got to get some shorter bolts for my airbags and then will mount those, measure for and drill the holes in the lower control arm plates, and then put the spindles on.

Figured I'd start off by showing how nice the factory brake lines look after being cleaned up

Here's the parts I worked on installing today....

Here's the suspension parts for the passenger front

Here's the calipers taped up ready for paint

And painted with gloss black ceramic caliper paint to match the rear calipers

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:20 AM

Here are the pictures of the upper A-arms in case anyone is planning to install these. Fairly straightforward and the easiest thing I did today

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:24 AM

Finished up the rear trailing arms. All that's left on the rear is to drill the bolt and fitting holes for the airbags now that I have their final location set.

Not sure how this will show but trying to show how I put red loctite on all the bolts to make sure they stay put!

Here's the spacers installed. They fit great

SCOTI · 11-15-2009, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

....,
Here's the spacers installed. They fit great

Not a bad idea huh?

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Not a bad idea huh?

Worked like a charm. Thanks

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:25 AM

Here's the front end all together

VA72C10 · 11-15-2009, 01:29 AM

Well, not all together

Here's the front driprail progress

He worked on it some while I was there

Got the entire front welded up. Just needs to be ground down now...

Got the cab back upright as you can see...that was interesting

But no damage and it looks good. Probably won't be quite this low but close....

White Longbed · 11-15-2009, 01:40 AM

i am new to blogging and am not sure how to post an original question. please help. thanks.

11-10-2009, 01:02 AM	#1
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Well, first a story....I went to NAPA to get some small parts for the build. They had the rear U-joint in stock but didn't have the U-bolts for the lower A-arm. I was going to have them order it but shipping was going to cost more than the bolts. Looked around but couldn't find them cheaper so I went back to the NAPA to order them. Walked in and the guy I talked to was there. He says wait one minute...walks to the back, and presents me with the u-bolts. He had them transfered at No charge and had saved them for me. $8 for the four (CPP wants around 60 shipped for these) They are 9/16 so I will have to enlarge the saddle holes, but I wanted the larger ones. Thought that was cool of him to do in today's business world of poor customer service U-bolts __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA. Last edited by VA72C10; 11-10-2009 at 01:03 AM.

11-10-2009, 01:10 AM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Here are the pics from tonight Passenger rocker Driver's rocker Filling in the seams to make it nice and smoooooooooth All cab supports done...couple small rust spots in floor patched.... Started filling in unneccesary holes in the door jambs...did I mention I want it smoooooooooooooooth Started on the drip rail. I'm having him weld the seam at the corners where the factory just put in seam fill....feel safer with that welded that the panels won't want to shift.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-10-2009, 01:13 AM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project He's going to weld the seams then weld this area he cut before moving any further with the cutting. Not 100% what some would call shaving the drip rail, but I like how the finished one above looks where the line still carries around to the doors.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-10-2009, 08:15 AM	#4
0331grunt Now what?? Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Webbers Falls, OK Posts: 579	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project It's coming along. Looks good, and going to be smooth __________________ 69 Long Fleet - Project 06 Ram 1ton Cummins 4x4-DD 01 Tahoe- wifes "The quality of a persons life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor." ~ Vince Lombardi "A dream doesn't become reality through magic, it takes sweat, determination and hard work." ~ Colin Powell my, um, build USMC OIF Veteran SEMPER FI!

11-10-2009, 09:40 PM	#6
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project VA, I like the shave drip rail... I thought maybe you fabricated the tailgate panel. How much did they charge you for the machining it? Just curious? __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group Last edited by mcbassin; 11-10-2009 at 09:40 PM.

11-12-2009, 09:35 AM	#8
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Looking good!

11-12-2009, 11:18 AM	#9
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11-13-2009, 08:10 PM	#11
sourkraut Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: WI Posts: 1,243	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Is it not a good feeling having your cab done!!! __________________ "The way it is" truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=359200

11-13-2009, 08:32 PM	#12
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Sure is. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-13-2009, 09:42 PM	#13
Puropedo Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Prunedale California Posts: 782	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Looking great! Cant wait to see the outcome of that tailgate

11-13-2009, 09:47 PM	#14
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project I love the filler panel... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-13-2009, 09:51 PM	#15
PHAT TONY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Red Deer ab canada Posts: 1,250	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Once that 'gate's done.......ship 'er to me for my Blazer, pleeeaaase? __________________ 1972 factory 2 Wheel Drive Blazer-Sold 1972 K10 4X4-Sold 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne/10-Sold 1970 Chevrolet C/10-Sold 1968 GMC 4X4-Project 1968 Chevrolet C/10 Pro Street 1970 GMC 3/4 Ton-Parts 1997 2WD 2DR Yukon-Sweet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335664

11-15-2009, 01:12 AM	#17
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Well, got the panel in today with the spacers and another panel I had made. I have a few other ideas in mind but not sure yet... Here's the extra panels and spacers how they were packaged and the panel Here's the other idea I came up with. This panel will be installed where the factory speaker spot is (welded in flush....not overlayed). The defroster holes will be filled and round defrost outlets installed on the edges of the dash. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-15-2009, 01:17 AM	#18
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project The last pictures above showed approx how the panel will look once welded in. Covered the handle opening with electrical tape since that will be filled as well. Got a lot done on the truck today. I didn't get over till later in the afternoon but worked late on it. Should have the front end buttoned up and on tires next time over. Got the rear all together and all bolts tightened with Loctite. Also did loctite on the front crossmember. Got the control arms put together with new ball joints pressed in the lower on Jason's shop press. Installed the new upper ball joints and the new cross shafts and bushings in all. Got upper and lower arms installed. Installed the steering box for the final time. Got to get some shorter bolts for my airbags and then will mount those, measure for and drill the holes in the lower control arm plates, and then put the spindles on. Figured I'd start off by showing how nice the factory brake lines look after being cleaned up Here's the parts I worked on installing today.... Here's the suspension parts for the passenger front Here's the calipers taped up ready for paint And painted with gloss black ceramic caliper paint to match the rear calipers __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-15-2009, 01:20 AM	#19
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Here are the pictures of the upper A-arms in case anyone is planning to install these. Fairly straightforward and the easiest thing I did today __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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11-15-2009, 01:24 AM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Finished up the rear trailing arms. All that's left on the rear is to drill the bolt and fitting holes for the airbags now that I have their final location set. Not sure how this will show but trying to show how I put red loctite on all the bolts to make sure they stay put! Here's the spacers installed. They fit great __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-15-2009, 01:25 AM	#23
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Here's the front end all together __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-15-2009, 01:29 AM	#24
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project Well, not all together Here's the front driprail progress He worked on it some while I was there Got the entire front welded up. Just needs to be ground down now... Got the cab back upright as you can see...that was interesting But no damage and it looks good. Probably won't be quite this low but close.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-15-2009, 01:40 AM	#25
White Longbed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Snellville, GA Posts: 6	Re: 1970 VA Longbed Project i am new to blogging and am not sure how to post an original question. please help. thanks.

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