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tommy3horse · 10-20-2018, 11:27 PM

Took my 17yr old out for a cruise around town. JJDa Boss and his his gang are here and all the po-po are there. I think i surprised the boy by laying rubber and making a lil too much noise...in the middle of town, sounded great.
Tom

**Steeveedee** · 10-22-2018, 09:59 PM

Put the new Cold Case radiator in. I've had heating problems with the 4-row brass radiator, even after flushing the snot out of it. I put the thing in and couldn't get the lower trans cooler line fitting installed to save my life. Took it back out and realized that the threads on those internal fittings were scrofulous. Brushed all the crud out, put the thing back in and the fittings threaded right in. Finished up, and went to buy a new burp bottle. Once I get it all sealed up, I'll drive it and make sure there are no leaks. Then...put in new coolant. Replaced the old heater control valve while I was at it. My FiL had installed shutoff valves like you see under the sink in one of the lines.

I removed it for the flushing process, and was happy to see that the heater core didn't leak. I don't think that it is original. At least I hope not.

Next, I'll be rebuilding the alternator. The front bearing is chuckling, and I don't know if it has ever been rebuilt.

ETA- Took the truck to a steep hill and ran it up to 75 MPH. It's only 78º out, but the gauge stayed right at 190º, which is what the thermostat is rated at. Shut it off, let the temp climb while I was in buying Lottery tickets. Fired it up and it dropped right back down to 190º within a block. Problem fixed. Of course, this doesn't prove it will run cooler when towing the trailer in 100º weather. This truck always ran hot even with a new 4-row brass radiator. Anyone want to buy a used 4-row brass radiator cheap?

**RodnRudy** · 10-27-2018, 03:47 PM

I replaced the drivers side valve cover gasket. It was leaking at the bottom rear and the oil tracked down to the flex plate cover and dripped on the floor. I used Fel Pro gasket and Permatex Ultra Gray sealer. Hope this did the trick, I'll know tomorrow when I test drive her.

NoStopN · 10-28-2018, 06:32 PM

I planned to put the tail lights & reverse light in my donor bed, but I realized that I didn't have the screws needed to hold them to the bed. Does anyone know the thread pitch of screws that I'll need?

With the first item on hold, I moved back to the last unfinished step. I got the bed lined up & bolted down, followed by the bed side to floor bolts that I could get in. Surprisingly, only 1 had to be left out. So, at least the bed won't rattle or fly off. But there won't be enough speed to make that happen if I don't have brake lights, turn signals, etc. Today was still progress, so it's all good.

yuccales · 10-28-2018, 06:53 PM

Dump trip this morning. Wash and vacuum, tire rotate afterwards.

**CarolinaHD** · 10-28-2018, 07:35 PM

Got the 67 running and moving! Ran it up and down the driveway a few times and it should make the 10 mile trip to the new house this week.

Slid the rear axle under the 06 to move onto the trailer

Oil change and tire rotation for the Tahoe

**Steeveedee** · 10-28-2018, 08:02 PM

Pulled the alternator because the front bearing is noisy. It's been on there for a donkey's years. I couldn't get the rotor out of the front bearing. I'll just get a rebuilt one tomorrow. Turns out that it isn't the original, anyway. I wanted to rebuild it, they're easy (if you can get them apart).

72freak · 11-05-2018, 06:39 AM

Drove it!

j286 · 11-29-2018, 11:02 PM

Working on filler panels!

88Stanger · 01-06-2019, 07:22 AM

moved the coil packs

JerryIndy2112 · 01-06-2019, 04:28 PM

I pulled my bench seat, removed last of the green shag carpet. So glad that is gone. I vacuumed floorboards. Installed new dome light I got for Christmas. Removed lower part of old door gaskets, they were holding moisture. Removed old stereo amp under the seat.

**RodnRudy** · 01-06-2019, 07:06 PM

I finished up welding up the patch for the ugly speaker hole in the door this afternoon Also I picked up this nice E brake cover at the swap meet this morning. Thanks Todd, nice meeting you.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 06-30-2019, 08:27 AM

Got one of my saddle tanks back on-line.

"Fixed" my ancient exhaust system replacing the manifold to pipe brass nuts and changing out the coffee cans that hold the muffler together.

Replaced windshield washer hose but there is not enough pressure to squirt more than a few inches, still not bad for not having worked for 30 years.

Fixed charging system (wire to Ign. Switch came loose). -BA

Metaldoc · 07-02-2019, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

Got one of my saddle tanks back on-line.

"Fixed" my ancient exhaust system replacing the manifold to pipe brass nuts and changing out the coffee cans that hold the muffler together.

Replaced windshield washer hose but there is not enough pressure to squirt more than a few inches, still not bad for not having worked for 30 years.

Fixed charging system (wire to Ign. Switch came loose). -BA

How does the chain saw blade work as a structural support?

**WorkinLonghorn** · 07-02-2019, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

How does the chain saw blade work as a structural support?

Works great. Was way out in bumfuc and saw that my tank was being supported by the exhaust pipe after the support dropped through the bed wood. So I did what I could. Right now I'm too busy to worry about fixing it the right way (new bed wood). I thought you guys would get a laugh.

Oh, that other "structural support" is a section of 4" plastic bender-board that i sawed a notch in with a carpenters saw.

lintcollector · 08-26-2019, 11:31 PM

Took it around the block for the first time ever. Felt GREAT!

**rechinca** · 10-02-2019, 09:05 PM

Yep, it just got real, real fun. Half a day of drilling out spotwelds and pulling sheet metal by myself. MIG gas cylinder (75/25) picked up, and just so happened my cab/radiator mounts came in too. I also ordered up the Brother’s radiator support patch. A little pricey, but that thing is really well made and stout. Tomorrow I’ll finish the cuts on the underside of the cowl/dash area and possibly start tacking in my patch pieces.

Daron65 · 04-03-2020, 05:19 PM

Installed new tarp, finished the duel exhaust. Now relaxing.

**BC10** · 06-07-2020, 01:54 PM

Sand primer, sand primer, sand primer, repeat...

**BC10** · 11-11-2020, 02:25 AM

Finally got to test drive the truck, after installing Redhead steering box. Man, what a difference! Sucker turns quick now.

**BC10** · 01-24-2021, 07:02 PM

New mufflers installed

**Ol Blue K20** · 01-24-2021, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BC10

New mufflers installed

It's gonna have a nice rumble...

towbar · 12-27-2022, 01:07 AM

inner rocker panel replaced, kick panel replaced, A post repaired , cab corner cut out, new one fitted and ready to weld, inner door bottom replaced, outer lower door skin replaced...still need to fit the outer rocker, replace door to align rocker and cab corner before final welding. Gap the door, then ready for body work. Hopefully will get some of that finished this week

66clow · 10-29-2018, 06:57 PM

Close to having it in one color. And plan to do it in red and white like this one. But my color choices changes day to day.

elorenzof · 11-01-2018, 02:53 PM

This past weekend I took of the Engine Crossmember and Installed a new freshly coated Crossmember, Upper and Lower Control Arms, New Steering Stuff ie: tie rods, pitman arm, etc... New Drop Spindles with Disc Brake Conversion kit.

10-20-2018, 11:27 PM	#1
tommy3horse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: St. Clair, Missouri Posts: 124	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took my 17yr old out for a cruise around town. JJDa Boss and his his gang are here and all the po-po are there. I think i surprised the boy by laying rubber and making a lil too much noise...in the middle of town, sounded great. Tom __________________ 1972 GMC C1500 350/350 1965 Mustang 2+2 289 4spd, show-car 1965 Mustang Coupe 289 4spd, stoplight racer 1/2 dozen Wheelhorse Tractors

10-22-2018, 09:59 PM	#2
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,598	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put the new Cold Case radiator in. I've had heating problems with the 4-row brass radiator, even after flushing the snot out of it. I put the thing in and couldn't get the lower trans cooler line fitting installed to save my life. Took it back out and realized that the threads on those internal fittings were scrofulous. Brushed all the crud out, put the thing back in and the fittings threaded right in. Finished up, and went to buy a new burp bottle. Once I get it all sealed up, I'll drive it and make sure there are no leaks. Then...put in new coolant. Replaced the old heater control valve while I was at it. My FiL had installed shutoff valves like you see under the sink in one of the lines. I removed it for the flushing process, and was happy to see that the heater core didn't leak. I don't think that it is original. At least I hope not. Next, I'll be rebuilding the alternator. The front bearing is chuckling, and I don't know if it has ever been rebuilt. ETA- Took the truck to a steep hill and ran it up to 75 MPH. It's only 78º out, but the gauge stayed right at 190º, which is what the thermostat is rated at. Shut it off, let the temp climb while I was in buying Lottery tickets. Fired it up and it dropped right back down to 190º within a block. Problem fixed. Of course, this doesn't prove it will run cooler when towing the trailer in 100º weather. This truck always ran hot even with a new 4-row brass radiator. Anyone want to buy a used 4-row brass radiator cheap? __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA Last edited by Steeveedee; 10-23-2018 at 06:22 PM. Reason: info about better cooling

10-27-2018, 03:47 PM	#3
RodnRudy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: New Palestine In Posts: 931	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I replaced the drivers side valve cover gasket. It was leaking at the bottom rear and the oil tracked down to the flex plate cover and dripped on the floor. I used Fel Pro gasket and Permatex Ultra Gray sealer. Hope this did the trick, I'll know tomorrow when I test drive her. Attached Images __________________ Phil "Money is only a tool to create and achieve what you want most in life" PayPal: rodnrudy@comcast.net

10-28-2018, 06:32 PM	#4
NoStopN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 229	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I planned to put the tail lights & reverse light in my donor bed, but I realized that I didn't have the screws needed to hold them to the bed. Does anyone know the thread pitch of screws that I'll need? With the first item on hold, I moved back to the last unfinished step. I got the bed lined up & bolted down, followed by the bed side to floor bolts that I could get in. Surprisingly, only 1 had to be left out. So, at least the bed won't rattle or fly off. But there won't be enough speed to make that happen if I don't have brake lights, turn signals, etc. Today was still progress, so it's all good. __________________ 1969 GMC 2500. 250 I6, 4-speed w/ granny low

10-28-2018, 06:53 PM	#5
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,752	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Dump trip this morning. Wash and vacuum, tire rotate afterwards.

10-28-2018, 07:35 PM	#6
CarolinaHD Moderator Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Cabarrus Posts: 417	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the 67 running and moving! Ran it up and down the driveway a few times and it should make the 10 mile trip to the new house this week. Slid the rear axle under the 06 to move onto the trailer Oil change and tire rotation for the Tahoe Attached Images __________________ Alex 1967 C50 292ci Lumber truck 1967 C50 292ci Dump truck 1967 C60 366ci Fire truck

10-28-2018, 08:02 PM	#7
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,598	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Pulled the alternator because the front bearing is noisy. It's been on there for a donkey's years. I couldn't get the rotor out of the front bearing. I'll just get a rebuilt one tomorrow. Turns out that it isn't the original, anyway. I wanted to rebuild it, they're easy (if you can get them apart). __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

11-05-2018, 06:39 AM	#8
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drove it! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

11-29-2018, 11:02 PM	#9
j286 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: oakdale Posts: 26	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Working on filler panels! Attached Images

01-06-2019, 07:22 AM	#10
88Stanger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,651	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter moved the coil packs Attached Images

01-06-2019, 04:28 PM	#11
JerryIndy2112 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 130	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I pulled my bench seat, removed last of the green shag carpet. So glad that is gone. I vacuumed floorboards. Installed new dome light I got for Christmas. Removed lower part of old door gaskets, they were holding moisture. Removed old stereo amp under the seat. Attached Images

01-06-2019, 07:06 PM	#12
RodnRudy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: New Palestine In Posts: 931	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I finished up welding up the patch for the ugly speaker hole in the door this afternoon Also I picked up this nice E brake cover at the swap meet this morning. Thanks Todd, nice meeting you. Attached Images __________________ Phil "Money is only a tool to create and achieve what you want most in life" PayPal: rodnrudy@comcast.net

06-30-2019, 08:27 AM	#13
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got one of my saddle tanks back on-line. "Fixed" my ancient exhaust system replacing the manifold to pipe brass nuts and changing out the coffee cans that hold the muffler together. Replaced windshield washer hose but there is not enough pressure to squirt more than a few inches, still not bad for not having worked for 30 years. Fixed charging system (wire to Ign. Switch came loose). -BA Attached Images __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

08-26-2019, 11:31 PM	#16
lintcollector Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: West Jordan, UT Posts: 71	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took it around the block for the first time ever. Felt GREAT! __________________ Thx, Lintcollector '72 C10 Fleetside Big Block See my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=771552

10-02-2019, 09:05 PM	#17
rechinca Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 529	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Yep, it just got real, real fun. Half a day of drilling out spotwelds and pulling sheet metal by myself. MIG gas cylinder (75/25) picked up, and just so happened my cab/radiator mounts came in too. I also ordered up the Brother’s radiator support patch. A little pricey, but that thing is really well made and stout. Tomorrow I’ll finish the cuts on the underside of the cowl/dash area and possibly start tacking in my patch pieces. Attached Images __________________ 1971 Custom/10 - 350/3 speed, Orange/White roof



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04-03-2020, 05:19 PM	#18
Daron65 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Monaca, PA Western PA Posts: 93	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed new tarp, finished the duel exhaust. Now relaxing. Attached Images __________________ 1971 Chevrolet C20, Blueprint 355. Holly Street Avenger 430HP. Turbo 350 1952 Chevrolet Deluxe. Stock. True survivor with 1 paint job 1953 Buick Special. GM 355. Just a good smooth engine.

06-07-2020, 01:54 PM	#19
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sand primer, sand primer, sand primer, repeat... Attached Images

11-11-2020, 02:25 AM	#20
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally got to test drive the truck, after installing Redhead steering box. Man, what a difference! Sucker turns quick now.

01-24-2021, 07:02 PM	#21
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New mufflers installed Attached Images

12-27-2022, 01:07 AM	#23
towbar Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Marshall, NC....heart of the Appalachians.....aka, Gods country!! Posts: 537	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter inner rocker panel replaced, kick panel replaced, A post repaired , cab corner cut out, new one fitted and ready to weld, inner door bottom replaced, outer lower door skin replaced...still need to fit the outer rocker, replace door to align rocker and cab corner before final welding. Gap the door, then ready for body work. Hopefully will get some of that finished this week Attached Images

10-29-2018, 06:57 PM	#24
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 872	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Close to having it in one color. And plan to do it in red and white like this one. But my color choices changes day to day. Attached Images Last edited by 66clow; 10-29-2018 at 07:47 PM.

11-01-2018, 02:53 PM	#25
elorenzof Registered User Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Anthem AZ Posts: 281	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This past weekend I took of the Engine Crossmember and Installed a new freshly coated Crossmember, Upper and Lower Control Arms, New Steering Stuff ie: tie rods, pitman arm, etc... New Drop Spindles with Disc Brake Conversion kit. Attached Images

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