What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 191 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Zeroman · 12-18-2016, 02:06 PM

Finished the restoration on the seat. Wow, now I know why the upholstery shops get the money they do for this type of work....it was not easy.

CST10 · 12-18-2016, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeroman

Finished the restoration on the seat. Wow, now I know why the upholstery shops get the money they do for this type of work....it was not easy.

Looks awesome. I wanna do mine now.

**geunther** · 12-18-2016, 11:17 PM

Detailed seatbelt buckles. Before and after

VWNate1 · 12-19-2016, 10:25 AM

Looking great there ! .

I have not yet discovered how to take the seat belt buckles off without cracking them.....

74baggedbug · 12-19-2016, 12:46 PM

Starting sanding the floor again so I can apply another coat of epoxy

matthamby · 12-19-2016, 02:26 PM

I really like the color of your truck! That bed insert is going to be amazing!

**samkost** · 12-19-2016, 08:12 PM

Just got a few photos of my 72's paint work.
Process is moving right along.

DarkFlounder · 12-19-2016, 08:15 PM

Ran de-greaser and metal prep through my $50 Craigslist gas tank. Going to put POR-15 fuel tank sealer through it tomorrow morning.

And after two days of drilling and hammering and pressing and *****ing and cussing and even torching the damn thing, I finally gave up on trying to get those damn roll pins out of the door hinges.

zellway · 12-21-2016, 11:28 PM

Not exactly a truck progress post but I painted up a new body for my RC car and had to try out of my favorite factory paint combos. Wish my pickup looked this good but this totally got me motivated to get moving on mine.

Dad's72 · 12-21-2016, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by zellway

Not exactly a truck progress post but I painted up a new body for my RC car and had to try out of my favorite factory paint combos. Wish my pickup looked this good but this totally got me motivated to get moving on mine.

What kind of rc car did you build? Traxxus?

zellway · 12-21-2016, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Dad's72

What kind of rc car did you build? Traxxus?

It's a Vaterra. It's the best looking body I have see. They make a cool looking rock crawler also. But if I keep playing with RC cars I will never get back to my big projects

Dad's72 · 12-21-2016, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by zellway

It's a Vaterra. It's the best looking body I have see. They make a cool looking rock crawler also. But if I keep playing with RC cars I will never get back to my big projects

Sweet. I think I saw those on amazon. They had a black slammed 72 for like $259. I want it bad but that could be a new cam for my truck if I had the cash to blow.

zellway · 12-21-2016, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Dad's72

Sweet. I think I saw those on amazon. They had a black slammed 72 for like $259. I want it bad but that could be a new cam for my truck if I had the cash to blow.

So true! I picked mine up used with the black body and picked up clear on to paint like mine. It's a expensive hobby

matthamby · 12-22-2016, 12:36 AM

Double post again

matthamby · 12-22-2016, 12:38 AM

Very expensive hobby!
But the more fun they are, the more expensive the hobby!
These are a few I have owned (I have had numerous others, but these 2 were some of my favorites);

This is the only one I have left, down sized to finance other hobbies!

Ken O. · 12-22-2016, 08:40 PM

Fixed a transmission cooler leak yesterday. Red drips in the snow...?? Where is that from??!! Tightened up the clamps and it seems to have stopped. Have some small current draw I'm attempting to track down. The battery will drain after about 4 days of no driving. Not sure what it is that is draining that battery. I'll find it, it can't hide forever.

mild68 · 12-22-2016, 11:04 PM

More parts detailing.

OregonNed · 12-23-2016, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mild68

More parts detailing.

Looking great!

Andy4639 · 12-23-2016, 01:41 PM

The Rat Ramp!

Yesterday and today I worked on the rat ramp for a few hrs since the temps where nice.

I got the heater all cleaned out and all 3 speeds of the fan working nicely! The ash tray was stuck and I had a heck of a time getting it out but once out I got the bearings cleaned up and greased up she is sliding in & out nicly now!

I had installed the new radiator about a month ago so I got the over flow tank installed yesterday as well.

I swapped steering wheel out and took the master cylinder loose for the booster install. Have to order a new rod for it.
The old 67 horn cap cleaned up pretty nice.
A friend came by yesterday as I was working on it and said you know I have a few parts stashed for these old trucks, so I asked what he had...factory tilt wheel new dash cover RED and a seat cover! So in a few weeks I'm getting it all for the RAT!

I think I'll even order the digital gauges for it later on after we get over Christmas.

Possmguts · 12-23-2016, 09:00 PM

Just doing a lot of fitting and mock up on the new bed sills, front, and wood kit... Lots and lots to do yet. The above frame rear sway bar gets in the way so that needs to be addressed and 2 holes in the new front dont match up with the holes in the sides on the driver side as well, buts no biggie since the sides still need lots of work as you can see. Lots of trouble trying to save the sides...

Possmguts · 12-23-2016, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

[B][COLOR="Red"]The Rat Ramp!

Yesterday and today I worked on the rat ramp for a few hrs since the temps where nice.

That thing is pretty cool.. I could really use something like that

ole dollor · 12-24-2016, 12:08 AM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;7803439][B][COLOR="Red"]The Rat Ramp!

Yesterday and today I worked on the rat ramp for a few hrs since the temps where nice.

I got the heater all cleaned out and all 3 speeds of the fan working nicely! The ash tray was stuck and I had a heck of a time getting it out but once out I got the bearings cleaned up and greased up she is sliding in & out nicly now!

I had installed the new radiator about a month ago so I got the over flow tank installed yesterday as well.

I swapped steering wheel out and took the master cylinder loose for the booster install. Have to order a new rod for it.
The old 67 horn cap cleaned up pretty nice.
A friend came by yesterday as I was working on it and said you know I have a few parts stashed for these old trucks, so I asked what he had...factory tilt wheel new dash cover RED and a seat cover! So in a few weeks I'm getting it all for the RAT!

I think I'll even order the digital gauges for it later on after we get over Christmas.

Andy4639 when did you get the rat trap , i have not seen it before....Don

**samkost** · 12-24-2016, 02:26 AM

Inner fenders photo from the painter.

**samkost** · 12-24-2016, 02:28 AM

Can only post one photo at a time from my iPad.
Tailgate painted also.

Andy4639 · 12-24-2016, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Possmguts

That thing is pretty cool.. I could really use something like that

Thanks, I had my eye on it for several years. It was about 20 minutes from the house and finally this past July I got it.

12-18-2016, 02:06 PM	#4751
Zeroman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 348	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finished the restoration on the seat. Wow, now I know why the upholstery shops get the money they do for this type of work....it was not easy. Attached Images

12-18-2016, 11:17 PM	#4753
geunther Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cheyenne, WY Posts: 740	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Detailed seatbelt buckles. Before and after Attached Images

12-19-2016, 10:25 AM	#4754
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,664	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Looking great there ! . I have not yet discovered how to take the seat belt buckles off without cracking them..... __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

12-19-2016, 12:46 PM	#4755
74baggedbug Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston tx Posts: 701	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Starting sanding the floor again so I can apply another coat of epoxy

12-19-2016, 02:26 PM	#4756
matthamby Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Walnut Cove, NC Posts: 109	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I really like the color of your truck! That bed insert is going to be amazing!

12-19-2016, 08:12 PM	#4757
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Just got a few photos of my 72's paint work. Process is moving right along. Attached Images

12-19-2016, 08:15 PM	#4758
DarkFlounder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 281	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Ran de-greaser and metal prep through my $50 Craigslist gas tank. Going to put POR-15 fuel tank sealer through it tomorrow morning. And after two days of drilling and hammering and pressing and *****ing and cussing and even torching the damn thing, I finally gave up on trying to get those damn roll pins out of the door hinges. Attached Images __________________ 72 K2500 Sierra Longbed Wideside 350/TH350/NP205 66 Plymouth Barracuda 225 Slant6

12-21-2016, 11:28 PM	#4759
zellway Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Arizona City, AZ Posts: 747	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Not exactly a truck progress post but I painted up a new body for my RC car and had to try out of my favorite factory paint combos. Wish my pickup looked this good but this totally got me motivated to get moving on mine. Attached Images __________________ ----------------------------------------------------------- Erik My 69 suburban http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=530626 1970 C10 step Project Jiminy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=682647 RUST!? Thats just mother natures way of telling all of us.....MINE!!!!

12-22-2016, 12:36 AM	#4764
matthamby Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Walnut Cove, NC Posts: 109	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Double post again Last edited by matthamby; 12-22-2016 at 12:43 AM.

12-22-2016, 12:38 AM	#4765
matthamby Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Walnut Cove, NC Posts: 109	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Very expensive hobby! But the more fun they are, the more expensive the hobby! These are a few I have owned (I have had numerous others, but these 2 were some of my favorites); This is the only one I have left, down sized to finance other hobbies!

12-22-2016, 08:40 PM	#4766
Ken O. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 106	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Fixed a transmission cooler leak yesterday. Red drips in the snow...?? Where is that from??!! Tightened up the clamps and it seems to have stopped. Have some small current draw I'm attempting to track down. The battery will drain after about 4 days of no driving. Not sure what it is that is draining that battery. I'll find it, it can't hide forever.

12-22-2016, 11:04 PM	#4767
mild68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Normal, Il. Posts: 110	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II More parts detailing. __________________ my next project 68 step side 5.3 S10 build thread My 68 Chevelle SS396

12-23-2016, 01:41 PM	#4769
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II The Rat Ramp! Yesterday and today I worked on the rat ramp for a few hrs since the temps where nice. I got the heater all cleaned out and all 3 speeds of the fan working nicely! The ash tray was stuck and I had a heck of a time getting it out but once out I got the bearings cleaned up and greased up she is sliding in & out nicly now! I had installed the new radiator about a month ago so I got the over flow tank installed yesterday as well. I swapped steering wheel out and took the master cylinder loose for the booster install. Have to order a new rod for it. The old 67 horn cap cleaned up pretty nice. A friend came by yesterday as I was working on it and said you know I have a few parts stashed for these old trucks, so I asked what he had...factory tilt wheel new dash cover RED and a seat cover! So in a few weeks I'm getting it all for the RAT! I think I'll even order the digital gauges for it later on after we get over Christmas. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 12-23-2016 at 01:49 PM.

12-23-2016, 09:00 PM	#4770
Possmguts Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Columbiana Ohio Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Just doing a lot of fitting and mock up on the new bed sills, front, and wood kit... Lots and lots to do yet. The above frame rear sway bar gets in the way so that needs to be addressed and 2 holes in the new front dont match up with the holes in the sides on the driver side as well, buts no biggie since the sides still need lots of work as you can see. Lots of trouble trying to save the sides... Attached Images __________________ "Hey... its only time and money right? Just do it." 67 Short Bed under major construction http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=651356&page=8

12-24-2016, 12:08 AM	#4772
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II [QUOTE=Andy4639;7803439][B][COLOR="Red"]The Rat Ramp! Yesterday and today I worked on the rat ramp for a few hrs since the temps where nice. I got the heater all cleaned out and all 3 speeds of the fan working nicely! The ash tray was stuck and I had a heck of a time getting it out but once out I got the bearings cleaned up and greased up she is sliding in & out nicly now! I had installed the new radiator about a month ago so I got the over flow tank installed yesterday as well. I swapped steering wheel out and took the master cylinder loose for the booster install. Have to order a new rod for it. The old 67 horn cap cleaned up pretty nice. A friend came by yesterday as I was working on it and said you know I have a few parts stashed for these old trucks, so I asked what he had...factory tilt wheel new dash cover RED and a seat cover! So in a few weeks I'm getting it all for the RAT! I think I'll even order the digital gauges for it later on after we get over Christmas. Andy4639 when did you get the rat trap , i have not seen it before....Don



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12-24-2016, 02:26 AM	#4773
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Inner fenders photo from the painter. Attached Images

12-24-2016, 02:28 AM	#4774
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Can only post one photo at a time from my iPad. Tailgate painted also. Attached Images

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