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jsdoyle · 07-07-2012, 03:34 PM

I needed a heater/defrost distributer and controls so I hit the Pull-A-Part Salvage lot this morning. They had one 65 on the lot.

Lucky for me they had all the parts I needed and a couple more. I scored the heater distributer, heater control dash unit, cables, and wiring harness. Also got the original mirror and horn/horn relay just for the hell of it.

In total they charged me 8 bucks.

In cleaning the distributer box I found a bunch of crap but found an old pencil in there that read, "Get Acquainted with a STANLEY HOSTESS PARTY". Back side said Syracuse, NY.

I've got some cleaning/de-rusting/painting to do!

jbgroby · 07-07-2012, 03:30 PM

Start'em young and keep'em at it. he'll thank you for this!

Shooters_7 · 07-07-2012, 03:51 PM

Took the frame of my 65 SWB to powder coat after installing all the Porter Built crossmembers and c-notch kit. I hate rivets! Should have the frame back in a week!

awbrown · 07-07-2012, 04:45 PM

Put more miles on ol' blue.. it has been my DD this week since my 97 is hooked to my trailer til I get the trailer offloaded.... 30 miles per day since thursday and 40 extra today , in 95 deegree heat ... now I remember what it was like when I had a 63 on the road in 97..

dantimdad · 07-07-2012, 08:27 PM

picked up the dual bowl MC for my conversion. Gonna wait until I pull the engine to get the lines and fittings, then, install them and remove the whole setup before pulling the cab.

Steven

corvettejim1968 · 07-07-2012, 09:22 PM

dropped the truck off today to get the big back window conversion.

Ta2Don · 07-09-2012, 03:14 PM

Got the '70 Chevelle Rear Springs installed. In Lieu of a BFH I used a Friend's Snap-On 1/2" Electric Impact on the bottom bolts and a cheater pipe on the top bolts, prior to doing this job I sandblasted the exposed threads and soaked everything in penetrating oil. I also re-installed the axles and brake drums after getting them re-drilled for 5 Lugs.

CRGRS 66 · 07-10-2012, 11:14 PM

Finished installing my hitch receiver tonight, just need to do the wiring, no big, will get to it soon. Camper will be here a week Saturday, lot's of time! Also my 295/50/15's arrived at the forwarding company in Buffalo, should make their way here in a few more days.

MikeS. · 07-11-2012, 02:05 AM

Got the 87 front axle refurbished, all new disk brake componets, new bushings. Got it installed into my 63 4x4 Burb. Still need Warn hubs and bearings.

Got the seats out, the trash, a lot of trash, vacumed out. Pressure washed the interior and the exterior.

Lots of pics here;

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

C-10cutty · 07-11-2012, 07:08 AM

Not yesterday but my son and I installed the bed. Next we will be painting the wheels.

doobiebro · 07-11-2012, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by C-10cutty

Not yesterday but my son and I installed the bed. Next we will be painting the wheels.

sweet truck...did you shave the front tire?

MARTYZ · 07-11-2012, 01:04 PM

Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road
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losthope · 07-11-2012, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MARTYZ

Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road
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Looks good with the old wood nice job! with the slanted top it reminds me of a old bread box my mom had in the kitchen when i was younger....

CRGRS 66 · 07-11-2012, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MARTYZ

Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road

That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

CdM · 07-12-2012, 12:17 AM

Installed a 327 and turbo 350 in the k10 today. got to head out for work in the am so get to finish the engine harness and front clip when i get back. this truck looks so mean.. its as big as my 10 inch lifted 92k1500 on 38.5's , but the 64 only has stock tire's on it

gonna have to find a way to post some pics.. you guys r gonna trip out

66clow · 07-12-2012, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

Here's what I did with my old fence
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MARTYZ · 07-13-2012, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

That looks so awesome... I want to copy that idea, do you mind??? I would make it a different design, but I absolutely love the barn board, and the 66 plate!!! Outstanding. I have a 66 plate on a bulkhead in my basement bar, and know where I can get more.

No i don't mind at all , thats why we look at this forum to share and get ideas , need to come up with latch for the lid. 70 mph it stands straight up! you getting this hot weather in cambridge too!!

C-10cutty · 07-14-2012, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by doobiebro

sweet truck...did you shave the front tire?

Yes, did one. Wanting to find the extent of the white rubber on the sidewall of a skinny WW.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-11-2012, 10:35 AM

Been working on wiring. I am putting in a 21 circut EZ Wiring harness and I am making a UPS List, or should I say Summit list..

MikeS. · 07-12-2012, 12:58 AM

Installed Warn unlock hubs. Dropped the gas tank and took it to a radiator shop to be pressure tested, if it passes they'll boil it out. If not, I'll have to buy a new 1.

oldcrow71 · 07-12-2012, 01:39 AM

picked up my custom built 2.5" drop lower control arms and getting ready to plate them for the bags. Also got new kick panels with 6.5" speakers in from LMC today from the UPS man..... Can't wait to have this truck done...

chainsaw · 07-12-2012, 03:54 PM

Left it in the garage and went to Disney world.
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MikeS. · 07-12-2012, 06:29 PM

Installed new gas lines from the tank area to the engine. Took off the inner door panels, cleaned and greased the mechanisms. The windows ride and the doors unlatch much better.

Put in a new Optima battery.

Here is a couple pics from when we were working on the front end;

Revoh · 07-12-2012, 07:46 PM

Not that is is like a major modification like most of you guys, but I had these magnetic signs and vinyl banners made up to promote my blog. I figured I could use the magnets at car shows or whatever, and I was thinking about entering the local parade next month and using the banners. I guess I could also hang them on a fence if that opportunity came up. Anway, no biggie, but I thought they turned out kinda neat ...

mud.man.rj · 07-12-2012, 08:31 PM

Hmmm the truck on the sign looks familar. Nice signs.

07-07-2012, 03:34 PM	#1
jsdoyle Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lyndon, KY Posts: 225	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I needed a heater/defrost distributer and controls so I hit the Pull-A-Part Salvage lot this morning. They had one 65 on the lot. Lucky for me they had all the parts I needed and a couple more. I scored the heater distributer, heater control dash unit, cables, and wiring harness. Also got the original mirror and horn/horn relay just for the hell of it. In total they charged me 8 bucks. In cleaning the distributer box I found a bunch of crap but found an old pencil in there that read, "Get Acquainted with a STANLEY HOSTESS PARTY". Back side said Syracuse, NY. I've got some cleaning/de-rusting/painting to do! Attached Images

07-07-2012, 03:30 PM	#2
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Start'em young and keep'em at it. he'll thank you for this! __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

07-07-2012, 03:51 PM	#3
Shooters_7 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Great State of Texas Posts: 410	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Took the frame of my 65 SWB to powder coat after installing all the Porter Built crossmembers and c-notch kit. I hate rivets! Should have the frame back in a week!

07-07-2012, 04:45 PM	#4
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Put more miles on ol' blue.. it has been my DD this week since my 97 is hooked to my trailer til I get the trailer offloaded.... 30 miles per day since thursday and 40 extra today , in 95 deegree heat ... now I remember what it was like when I had a 63 on the road in 97..

07-07-2012, 08:27 PM	#5
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? picked up the dual bowl MC for my conversion. Gonna wait until I pull the engine to get the lines and fittings, then, install them and remove the whole setup before pulling the cab. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

07-07-2012, 09:22 PM	#6
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: What did you do to your truck today? dropped the truck off today to get the big back window conversion. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

07-09-2012, 03:14 PM	#7
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got the '70 Chevelle Rear Springs installed. In Lieu of a BFH I used a Friend's Snap-On 1/2" Electric Impact on the bottom bolts and a cheater pipe on the top bolts, prior to doing this job I sandblasted the exposed threads and soaked everything in penetrating oil. I also re-installed the axles and brake drums after getting them re-drilled for 5 Lugs. Attached Images

07-10-2012, 11:14 PM	#8
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished installing my hitch receiver tonight, just need to do the wiring, no big, will get to it soon. Camper will be here a week Saturday, lot's of time! Also my 295/50/15's arrived at the forwarding company in Buffalo, should make their way here in a few more days. __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

07-11-2012, 02:05 AM	#9
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got the 87 front axle refurbished, all new disk brake componets, new bushings. Got it installed into my 63 4x4 Burb. Still need Warn hubs and bearings. Got the seats out, the trash, a lot of trash, vacumed out. Pressure washed the interior and the exterior. Lots of pics here; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447 __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

07-11-2012, 07:08 AM	#10
C-10cutty Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Galesburg, Kansas Posts: 174	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Not yesterday but my son and I installed the bed. Next we will be painting the wheels. Attached Images

07-11-2012, 01:04 PM	#12
MARTYZ Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Shallow Lake Ontario,Canada Posts: 201	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Built storage box for back of truck out of some fine quality lumber aquired from fallen down barn down the road Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

07-12-2012, 12:17 AM	#15
CdM Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oceano,CA Posts: 157	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed a 327 and turbo 350 in the k10 today. got to head out for work in the am so get to finish the engine harness and front clip when i get back. this truck looks so mean.. its as big as my 10 inch lifted 92k1500 on 38.5's , but the 64 only has stock tire's on it gonna have to find a way to post some pics.. you guys r gonna trip out __________________ Build Thread 66 custom cab lwb http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465726 66 fleet lwb- In process 64 k10 10inch lift 38.5's- In process 92k1500 400hp on 38.5-parts truck now 8(

07-11-2012, 10:35 AM	#19
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,781	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Been working on wiring. I am putting in a 21 circut EZ Wiring harness and I am making a UPS List, or should I say Summit list.. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

07-12-2012, 12:58 AM	#20
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed Warn unlock hubs. Dropped the gas tank and took it to a radiator shop to be pressure tested, if it passes they'll boil it out. If not, I'll have to buy a new 1. __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

07-12-2012, 01:39 AM	#21
oldcrow71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Vancouver Washington Posts: 6	Re: What did you do to your truck today? picked up my custom built 2.5" drop lower control arms and getting ready to plate them for the bags. Also got new kick panels with 6.5" speakers in from LMC today from the UPS man..... Can't wait to have this truck done... Attached Images



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07-12-2012, 03:54 PM	#22
chainsaw Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Carrollton tx Posts: 216	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Left it in the garage and went to Disney world. Posted via Mobile Device

07-12-2012, 06:29 PM	#23
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed new gas lines from the tank area to the engine. Took off the inner door panels, cleaned and greased the mechanisms. The windows ride and the doors unlatch much better. Put in a new Optima battery. Here is a couple pics from when we were working on the front end; __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447 Last edited by MikeS.; 07-13-2012 at 12:17 AM.

07-12-2012, 07:46 PM	#24
Revoh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Music City, U.S.A. Posts: 638	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Not that is is like a major modification like most of you guys, but I had these magnetic signs and vinyl banners made up to promote my blog. I figured I could use the magnets at car shows or whatever, and I was thinking about entering the local parade next month and using the banners. I guess I could also hang them on a fence if that opportunity came up. Anway, no biggie, but I thought they turned out kinda neat ... __________________ 1963 C-10 My car blog, for your reading pleasure.

07-12-2012, 08:31 PM	#25
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Hmmm the truck on the sign looks familar. Nice signs.

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