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Sillyoldman · 06-03-2012, 07:56 PM

I ordered a new alt harness to replace the fire damaged one. I spent the day doing minor body work and got the cab interior primered.

robber grin · 06-03-2012, 08:03 PM

I got my 78 burb crossmember bolted in my 62 C10.

CRGRS 66 · 06-03-2012, 11:47 PM

Finally finished the process of painting the wheels that I bought. The wheels are from a late 70's early 80's 4x4, they were originally white, and had center caps only (mine didn't have them when I got them mind you). I had a 71 Cuda with factory rally wheels a long time ago. They were a similar design to these, except the center section was inverse. I think the similarity in design
is what attracted me to these wheels.

First I had a buddy machine the center hole in each rim out to 3.625. Don't recall the exact beginning dimension, but the dimension was about 0.020 too small, and they would not fit over the hub front or rear.

Second off to the sandblaster. At first I was a little upset as the finish after blasting was very, very rough, and all of the rust was not gone. While I used rust converter (applied liberally), I put on my thinking cap as to how to deal with the rough finish.

Medium steel wool is what I tried first, and I was very pleased with the result. The rust converter seemed to do it's job... so I did mine, man I am sore... steel wool + 5 wheels (all surfaces) = one day of hard labour. I was also left feeling a little unsure as to how the paint would end up looking.

So, off to the laundry tub for a good scrub with soap and water, towel dry, a liberal application of One Choice wax and grease remover. Two coats of primer, and three coats of semi gloss black, and I am very happy with the result.

Tomorrow, ordering the rubber, hoping to have them on by the weekend. I am a hot rodder at heart, so big ones back there, and littler ones up front.

Next up, beauty rings, and center caps!

markeb01 · 06-04-2012, 02:01 AM

Excellent, I really like how they turned out. Looking forward to seeing them on your truck.

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

Tomorrow, ordering the rubber, hoping to have them on by the weekend. I am a hot rodder at heart, so big ones back there, and littler ones up front.

Next up, beauty rings, and center caps!

CRGRS 66 · 06-04-2012, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Excellent, I really like how they turned out. Looking forward to seeing them on your truck.

Me too! Undecided on the tire sizes, either 275/60R15's on the back, and 225/70R15's on the front, or 295/50R15's on the back, and 235/60R15's on the front...

Mad Rods · 06-03-2012, 11:48 PM

This !!!!!!!!!!!!!

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1963c-10 · 06-04-2012, 03:26 PM

Finshed the grill and got the new rear window rubber in. More pics on my build thread

Ta2Don · 06-04-2012, 09:50 PM

Got the '85 donor crossmember bolted in...

motiveauto · 06-04-2012, 10:22 PM

Wired up my heater and then put in the defroster hoses!
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Ta2Don · 06-07-2012, 06:24 PM

Dropped spindles and rear springs came in today, gonna be an interesting weekend!

Raked 64 · 06-07-2012, 08:06 PM

Finally finished mounting the bed and took it for the first drive in 20 years!!

Wow! I forgot how much i love this truck!
I need to tidy up a few things and get the tailgate painted etc. But i am super happy

el_bole · 06-07-2012, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Raked 64

Finally finished mounting the bed and took it for the first drive in 20 years!!

Wow! I forgot how much i love this truck!
I need to tidy up a few things and get the tailgate painted etc. But i am super happy

Raked 64,

Looks great! Congrats on her "maiden" voyage.....

el_bole

CRGRS 66 · 06-07-2012, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Raked 64

Finally finished mounting the bed and took it for the first drive in 20 years!!

Wow! I forgot how much i love this truck!
I need to tidy up a few things and get the tailgate painted etc. But i am super happy

AWESOME, CONGRATS, must have been a great feeling, let's see some more pics of "finished" product!!!!

Str8-6-68 · 06-07-2012, 08:15 PM

Congrats Raked 64 that must be a blast I cant wait till I can take my build for its first drive.

**rideblue00** · 06-08-2012, 09:53 PM

Got a couple of steering wheels painted and assembled.

Mad Rods · 06-08-2012, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by rideblue00

Got a couple of steering wheels painted and assembled.

Just curious do you sell them or are the for your personal ride?.... They look good!!!!... I like the one on top
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chainsaw · 06-09-2012, 05:52 PM

Just cut and buffed the hood.

boat · 06-09-2012, 05:56 PM

been working on a bunch of small items, its taking me forever theres alot of parts you dont realize that need to be cleaned or finished if you are going to do it right .painted these bad boys up still need glass and weather strip

boat · 06-09-2012, 05:57 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1339279059

Alan's Classic · 06-09-2012, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by boat

been working on a bunch of small items, its taking me forever theres alot of parts you dont realize that need to be cleaned or finished if you are going to do it right .painted these bad boys up still need glass and weather strip

Nice work, Steve

**MisterC** · 06-09-2012, 06:53 PM

Those look sooo nice! I need to do that on mine as well, but haven't had the will to undertake it.

markeb01 · 06-09-2012, 09:59 PM

Dove into the struggle with the vinyl floor mat today. Time will tell how nice it turns out, but it is without question the most difficult installation I've ever encountered. It's like trying to wrestle a sheet of ABS plastic into the shape of a truck floor!

Rich 5150 69 · 06-09-2012, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Dove into the struggle with the vinyl floor mat today. Time will tell how nice it turns out, but it is without question the most difficult installation I've ever encountered. It's like trying to wrestle a sheet of ABS plastic into the shape of a truck floor!

.Mark did you lay it out in the sun before hand....?

1enick72 · 06-09-2012, 11:18 PM

Sanded and sanded and then did more sanding.

markeb01 · 06-10-2012, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Rich 5150 69

.Mark did you lay it out in the sun before hand....?

Nature hasn't been cooperating lately, we haven't had any sun for days. Just rain - and more rain with a high temperature of 55! I kept it in a closed bedroom set at 80 degrees, but it cools off quickly. The cab of the truck is currently sitting at 90 degrees and it's only marginally more flexible. I don't think my little heater will get it much warmer than that.

06-03-2012, 07:56 PM	#1
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robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I got my 78 burb crossmember bolted in my 62 C10. Attached Images

06-03-2012, 11:47 PM	#3
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finally finished the process of painting the wheels that I bought. The wheels are from a late 70's early 80's 4x4, they were originally white, and had center caps only (mine didn't have them when I got them mind you). I had a 71 Cuda with factory rally wheels a long time ago. They were a similar design to these, except the center section was inverse. I think the similarity in design is what attracted me to these wheels. First I had a buddy machine the center hole in each rim out to 3.625. Don't recall the exact beginning dimension, but the dimension was about 0.020 too small, and they would not fit over the hub front or rear. Second off to the sandblaster. At first I was a little upset as the finish after blasting was very, very rough, and all of the rust was not gone. While I used rust converter (applied liberally), I put on my thinking cap as to how to deal with the rough finish. Medium steel wool is what I tried first, and I was very pleased with the result. The rust converter seemed to do it's job... so I did mine, man I am sore... steel wool + 5 wheels (all surfaces) = one day of hard labour. I was also left feeling a little unsure as to how the paint would end up looking. So, off to the laundry tub for a good scrub with soap and water, towel dry, a liberal application of One Choice wax and grease remover. Two coats of primer, and three coats of semi gloss black, and I am very happy with the result. Tomorrow, ordering the rubber, hoping to have them on by the weekend. I am a hot rodder at heart, so big ones back there, and littler ones up front. Next up, beauty rings, and center caps! Attached Images __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

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Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got the '85 donor crossmember bolted in... Attached Images

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Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Dropped spindles and rear springs came in today, gonna be an interesting weekend!

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06-09-2012, 09:59 PM	#22
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Dove into the struggle with the vinyl floor mat today. Time will tell how nice it turns out, but it is without question the most difficult installation I've ever encountered. It's like trying to wrestle a sheet of ABS plastic into the shape of a truck floor! __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

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