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TwiggyTheDrummer · 06-16-2009, 09:21 PM

Beautiful pup man! That cab's rough but thank God for patch panels and homemade dollies. How far are you from the Florida/Georgia line?

greg65 · 06-16-2009, 09:25 PM

Yea I know it looks bad now but it should make a good one after repaired. My truck was a small back glass. I just had to have a big window cab . The original one was in better shape than this one. I am located northwest of Atlanta.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 06-16-2009, 09:46 PM

Yeah mine was pretty rough, not as bad but close. Luckily my Grandpa had been parking it under a shelter since he bought it in late 1962. It stayed that way until he needed the space and parked it in a field for 2.5 years before I got it. That greatly took it's toll.

greg65 · 06-18-2009, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TwiggyTheDrummer

Yeah mine was pretty rough, not as bad but close. Luckily my Grandpa had been parking it under a shelter since he bought it in late 1962. It stayed that way until he needed the space and parked it in a field for 2.5 years before I got it. That greatly took it's toll.

It's cool that you get to restore your grandfather's truck. As for my cab being in "rough" shape, Iknew it needed work when I bought it. I really wanted a big window cab and that was the best one that I found. There were a few for sale on the west coast for around $600 -$700 plus about $1000 for shipping. So my "rough" cab of $250 plus the patch panel was a better deal.

greg65 · 08-05-2009, 07:38 PM

I got a little free time so I welded in the bracing for doing the floor repair. The basement does not have the best lighting but maybe you can make out what has been added. Next time I'll push it outside for better pictures.

greg65 · 08-14-2009, 12:40 PM

I was looking on craig's list a couple days ago and found a complete serpentine belt set up $75.00. The a/c compressor, water pump, p/s pump, alternator, and all the brackets and bolts. After talking to the seller Wednesday we decided to meet on Saturday. I called him today to set up a time and place and he sold the set up last night. Oh well better luck next time.

MacAttack · 08-14-2009, 01:22 PM

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Oh well better luck next time.

Bummer!

Hate when that happens.

4dranch · 08-14-2009, 01:21 PM

Nice work Greg cool build you got going.....sounds like maybe he wanted to sell it so he could ship it and make more $$$ for the ebay shipping......

greg65 · 08-14-2009, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 4dranch

Nice work Greg cool build you got going.....sounds like maybe he wanted to sell it so he could ship it and make more $$$ for the ebay shipping......

Thanks, need to get my body man started again. Maybe then I post some new pictures.

4dranch · 08-14-2009, 01:40 PM

Where is Dallas Ga. located at?
I was stationed in Savannah and have family in Dalton..

greg65 · 08-14-2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 4dranch

Where is Dallas Ga. located at?
I was stationed in Savannah and have family in Dalton..

Dallas is about 30 miles northwest of Atlanta. The skyline of Atlanta can be seen from the town I live in. Which is way too close for me. When we still lived in Alabama, we went to the NHRA Southern Nationals in Millington.

greg65 · 09-23-2009, 09:34 PM

We started replacing the floor pans this week. Hoping to have some pictures posted this weekend.

**DPowers** · 10-09-2009, 09:17 PM

Way cool- like the placement of the trans cooler.

faribran · 10-11-2009, 10:53 AM

Greg, where in ALABAMA did you live?

greg65 · 10-11-2009, 02:00 PM

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Greg, where in ALABAMA did you live?

We lived in Florence Al. It is in the northwest corner of the state. From my old house it was about ten miles to Tenn. and about thirty miles to Miss.

greg65 · 10-11-2009, 02:21 PM

Made some progress on the cab, got all the patch panel installed. The only thing left is the floor pans. A few more welds and the dash will be in place. I'll try to post better pictures later.

tommys66 · 10-11-2009, 04:33 PM

I noticed you welded in your rockers and cab corners without fitting them to your doors. I hope your doors fit. After fitting my new rockers, I had to start over when I fitted my doors. Even though it seems like the new rockers fit like a glove, I had to drop both sides down about 3/8" to fit the doors correctly. Looks good though, hope it fits.

greg65 · 10-11-2009, 05:26 PM

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I noticed you welded in your rockers and cab corners without fitting them to your doors. I hope your doors fit. After fitting my new rockers, I had to start over when I fitted my doors. Even though it seems like the new rockers fit like a glove, I had to drop both sides down about 3/8" to fit the doors correctly. Looks good though, hope it fits.

Thanks for the information, we'll see how they fit in a couple of days.

faribran · 10-13-2009, 02:49 PM

looking good...

JRBECK64 · 10-13-2009, 04:12 PM

Looking Great.

Have you decided what color its going to be when it comes to shooting the paint?

JRBECK64

greg65 · 10-14-2009, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Looking Great.

Have you decided what color its going to be when it comes to shooting the paint?

JRBECK64

I want it painted one of the factory colors. The choices are dark blue, light green, or turquoise. Which ever color I decide it will be tu toned with the white cab. I'm leaning toward the light green.

greg65 · 11-07-2009, 08:55 PM

Today I had a some free time so me, my son Evan, and my brother-in-law rode up to Alan's house. It is amazing how much time and effort has went into his truck. The pictures does not do the it justice. While there I picked a set of side cowl panels. I also got to meet Shannon (sdailey) and got a pair of door panels for Evan '68 swb project. It was good talking both of you and hope we didn't take up too much of your Saturday.

Alan's Classic · 11-07-2009, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by greg65

Today I had a some free time so me, my son Evan, and my brother-in-law rode up to Alan's house. It is amazing how much time and effort has went into his truck. The pictures does not do the it justice. While there I picked a set of side cowl panels. I also got to meet Shannon (sdailey) and got a pair of door panels for Evan '68 swb project. It was good talking both of you and hope we didn't take up too much of your Saturday.

Glad ya'll came up. I always love talking trucks. BTW thanks for the compliments.

truknut · 12-03-2009, 02:03 AM

Looking good Greg. I wish I could hurry up and get my patch panels replaced. My drip rail is going to cause us some problems, it's not any good metal to weld to when you cut out the old rusted out one. Your truck is coming along pretty good. Later.

greg65 · 12-03-2009, 09:33 AM

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Looking good Greg. I wish I could hurry up and get my patch panels replaced. My drip rail is going to cause us some problems, it's not any good metal to weld to when you cut out the old rusted out one. Your truck is coming along pretty good. Later.

Thanks Jeff, just waiting to get my cab back home some I can put it on the frame and see how it looks. It has been a long time since it's been that complete. Is your other cab in better shape? I know it is a lot of work to change cabs out but if it's less body work it would be worth it.

06-16-2009, 09:21 PM	#1
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Re: My build so far Beautiful pup man! That cab's rough but thank God for patch panels and homemade dollies. How far are you from the Florida/Georgia line? __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

06-16-2009, 09:25 PM	#2
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far Yea I know it looks bad now but it should make a good one after repaired. My truck was a small back glass. I just had to have a big window cab . The original one was in better shape than this one. I am located northwest of Atlanta.

06-16-2009, 09:46 PM	#3
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Re: My build so far Yeah mine was pretty rough, not as bad but close. Luckily my Grandpa had been parking it under a shelter since he bought it in late 1962. It stayed that way until he needed the space and parked it in a field for 2.5 years before I got it. That greatly took it's toll. __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

08-05-2009, 07:38 PM	#5
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far I got a little free time so I welded in the bracing for doing the floor repair. The basement does not have the best lighting but maybe you can make out what has been added. Next time I'll push it outside for better pictures. Attached Images __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

08-14-2009, 12:40 PM	#6
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far I was looking on craig's list a couple days ago and found a complete serpentine belt set up $75.00. The a/c compressor, water pump, p/s pump, alternator, and all the brackets and bolts. After talking to the seller Wednesday we decided to meet on Saturday. I called him today to set up a time and place and he sold the set up last night. Oh well better luck next time. __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

08-14-2009, 01:21 PM	#8
4dranch Shloooooong bed member #2 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Millington Tn. Posts: 1,864	Re: My build so far Nice work Greg cool build you got going.....sounds like maybe he wanted to sell it so he could ship it and make more $$$ for the ebay shipping...... __________________ *David,* Daughters 66 truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=484601 Learning to drive a 3 on the tree: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcCMvRgBo1Q

08-14-2009, 01:40 PM	#10
4dranch Shloooooong bed member #2 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Millington Tn. Posts: 1,864	Re: My build so far Where is Dallas Ga. located at? I was stationed in Savannah and have family in Dalton.. __________________ *David,* Daughters 66 truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=484601 Learning to drive a 3 on the tree: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcCMvRgBo1Q

09-23-2009, 09:34 PM	#12
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far We started replacing the floor pans this week. Hoping to have some pictures posted this weekend. __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

10-09-2009, 09:17 PM	#13
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,438	Re: My build so far Way cool- like the placement of the trans cooler.

10-11-2009, 10:53 AM	#14
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: My build so far Greg, where in ALABAMA did you live? __________________ "

10-11-2009, 02:21 PM	#16
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far Made some progress on the cab, got all the patch panel installed. The only thing left is the floor pans. A few more welds and the dash will be in place. I'll try to post better pictures later. Attached Images __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

10-11-2009, 04:33 PM	#17
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: My build so far I noticed you welded in your rockers and cab corners without fitting them to your doors. I hope your doors fit. After fitting my new rockers, I had to start over when I fitted my doors. Even though it seems like the new rockers fit like a glove, I had to drop both sides down about 3/8" to fit the doors correctly. Looks good though, hope it fits. __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!

10-13-2009, 02:49 PM	#19
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: My build so far looking good... __________________ "

10-13-2009, 04:12 PM	#20
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	Re: My build so far Looking Great. Have you decided what color its going to be when it comes to shooting the paint? JRBECK64

11-07-2009, 08:55 PM	#22
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: My build so far Today I had a some free time so me, my son Evan, and my brother-in-law rode up to Alan's house. It is amazing how much time and effort has went into his truck. The pictures does not do the it justice. While there I picked a set of side cowl panels. I also got to meet Shannon (sdailey) and got a pair of door panels for Evan '68 swb project. It was good talking both of you and hope we didn't take up too much of your Saturday. __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653



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12-03-2009, 02:03 AM	#24
truknut Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Florence, AL (NW Alabama) Posts: 309	Re: My build so far Looking good Greg. I wish I could hurry up and get my patch panels replaced. My drip rail is going to cause us some problems, it's not any good metal to weld to when you cut out the old rusted out one. Your truck is coming along pretty good. Later. __________________ 1990 Chevy Silverado (My DD) 1978 Chevy Bonanza LWB (My LWB to SWB 1 day project) 2015 Hyundai Sonata (Wife's DD)

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