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ABX131 · 05-03-2012, 10:39 PM

Had my MT valve covers drilled for the oil cap and PCV valve, custom made brackets for my truck bed storage box, engine bay is just about complete with fresh paint and I took it for a ride and it did not over heat. Was also given a steering column to swap out in the near future. With a couple of good days of weather I just might be able to tie up some loose ends and get some engine bay photos...Found a guy parting out a similar truck and I want to go strip it this weekend.

_1966ChevyPU · 05-04-2012, 12:17 AM

Ordered the tires and wheels today... they'll be ready for pickup in another week and a half or so.

Got the motor and tranny installed in the frame and the cab set on too.

66-PMD-GMC · 05-04-2012, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by x1buellist

Ugggh, sanding the rust off the frame. Nothing like working in rust dust clouds. This step can't get over with fast enough for me.

That's why I love two things in the world today. Harbor Freight and their cheap sand blaster!

raic65 · 05-04-2012, 01:37 AM

Started installing the new brakes. Before and After.

66-PMD-GMC · 05-04-2012, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raic65

Started installing the new brakes. Before and After.

What wheels and tires are those??

raic65 · 05-04-2012, 01:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

What wheels and tires are those??

C6 Grand Sport Corvette with Nitto Invo tires. I was goofing around and put the 19x12's up front just to see how they look.

dantimdad · 05-04-2012, 09:14 PM

I polished the button head bolts I ordered. VERY easy and FAST!

Here is a before and after:

Steven

dantimdad · 05-04-2012, 09:21 PM

One more pic:

I go through the whole process in my build thread here:

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

Steven

rendus · 05-04-2012, 09:33 PM

Sprayed it down to wash all the pollen off. I should have painted it yellow instead of black!

markeb01 · 05-04-2012, 10:04 PM

That looks great. It's those tiny improvements that add up to make a big difference.

Quote:

Originally Posted by dantimdad

One more pic:

I go through the whole process in my build thread here:

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

Steven

coulter · 05-05-2012, 05:59 AM

made a new rad mount today

tincan1966 · 05-05-2012, 07:34 AM

Not getting much done on the 'burb, been delayed at the blasters'-getting the body cleaned up. So in the meantime, been working on the other one. Got the door jambs and interior painted on her F**d. Also attempted my first custom padded dash. Will finish the paint on it this week, then hopefully have the Burb back by then.

mustangchef · 05-05-2012, 09:17 AM

Letting my son drive it to school. he's living the dream.

ABX131 · 05-05-2012, 10:40 AM

New valve covers are on, tool box bolted into the bed,cleaning up a new offroad bumper and installing today...Getting ready to head out to the boonies to part out a 65' for all the missing parts I want. Feels like a treasure hunt. Plus we have several days of decent weather with no rain. This should be a good run of productivity.

ABX131 · 05-05-2012, 08:23 PM

My parts haul from a 66'. Got everything for $50....Glove box liner, high hump tranny cover, SUN tach, old stereo and surface mount speakers, brand new ignition switch, original gas cap, door handles w/key, full interior handles and window cranks....good day!

http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/...nt=66parts.jpg

62 Barnfind · 05-05-2012, 10:03 PM

I installed my cab mounts and started tearing by bed apart.

Ta2Don · 05-05-2012, 11:44 PM

Made a Junkyard run first thing today, found the radiator support braces I needed, and located a Stepside fender to replace the Factory one with the spare tire cutout. Got to see lots of 60-66 trucks in various states of disassembly... Gotta love rambling around junkyards with a wide variety of vehicles. Spotted a 64 Impala propped up on wheels sporting a near perfect front bumper. This place appears to be my new favorite playground.

raic65 · 05-06-2012, 02:31 AM

Mocked up the wheels to get an idea of how it will look. Still have to make the right rear caliper bracket and finish the wheel tubs.

skysoldier173rd · 05-06-2012, 07:54 AM

Got her out of storage in the pole barn, cleaned the windshield and parked it in the driveway, ready for another summer of driving it everywhere i go. It's been a very dependable daily driver.

derail · 05-06-2012, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coulter

made a new rad mount today

Coulter, that thing looks clean! I like it.

markeb01 · 05-06-2012, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skysoldier173rd

Got her out of storage in the pole barn, cleaned the windshield and parked it in the driveway, ready for another summer of driving it everywhere i go. It's been a very dependable daily driver.

That is a very cool shot.

1enick72 · 05-06-2012, 03:28 PM

Had some driveability issues and replaced my ECM, much better, still working out a few bugs with the L98 TPI engine.

62 Barnfind · 05-06-2012, 09:07 PM

Filled the gun rack holes, painted and replaced the water pump.

dantimdad · 05-06-2012, 09:27 PM

Finished welding up the cowl into one piece and smoothing the vents.

Pics here:

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

Steven

ABX131 · 05-06-2012, 10:50 PM

What's wrong with a gun rack? There is nothin' wrong with them neked lady mud flaps neither.....

05-03-2012, 10:39 PM	#5226
ABX131 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 317	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Had my MT valve covers drilled for the oil cap and PCV valve, custom made brackets for my truck bed storage box, engine bay is just about complete with fresh paint and I took it for a ride and it did not over heat. Was also given a steering column to swap out in the near future. With a couple of good days of weather I just might be able to tie up some loose ends and get some engine bay photos...Found a guy parting out a similar truck and I want to go strip it this weekend.

05-04-2012, 12:17 AM	#5227
_1966ChevyPU Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 97	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Ordered the tires and wheels today... they'll be ready for pickup in another week and a half or so. Got the motor and tranny installed in the frame and the cab set on too. Attached Images __________________ Bryan (Redneck) '66 Chevy Longbed Fleetside '12 Dodge Ram 3500 '08 BigDog Pitbull '11 Cargomate Trailer (Toy Hauler)

05-04-2012, 01:37 AM	#5229
raic65 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bonita, Ca Posts: 156	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started installing the new brakes. Before and After. Attached Images

05-04-2012, 09:14 PM	#5232
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I polished the button head bolts I ordered. VERY easy and FAST! Here is a before and after: 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

05-04-2012, 09:21 PM	#5233
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? One more pic: I go through the whole process in my build thread here: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2 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

05-04-2012, 09:33 PM	#5234
rendus Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: smyrna tn Posts: 221	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Sprayed it down to wash all the pollen off. I should have painted it yellow instead of black! __________________ '66 C10 250 3-on-the-tree '68 Galaxie 460/C6 '74 914 2.0

05-05-2012, 05:59 AM	#5236
coulter Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: muskogee, ok Posts: 1,091	Re: What did you do to your truck today? made a new rad mount today __________________ bagged 66 longbed build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=449548 my favorite colors.. black, rust, and shiny!!!! instagram: @coulter918

05-05-2012, 07:34 AM	#5237
tincan1966 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Independence,KS Posts: 1,477	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Not getting much done on the 'burb, been delayed at the blasters'-getting the body cleaned up. So in the meantime, been working on the other one. Got the door jambs and interior painted on her F**d. Also attempted my first custom padded dash. Will finish the paint on it this week, then hopefully have the Burb back by then. Attached Images

05-05-2012, 09:17 AM	#5238
mustangchef Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Stockbridge,Mich Posts: 90	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Letting my son drive it to school. he's living the dream. __________________ Don't stop, its harder to hit a moving target.

05-05-2012, 10:40 AM	#5239
ABX131 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 317	Re: What did you do to your truck today? New valve covers are on, tool box bolted into the bed,cleaning up a new offroad bumper and installing today...Getting ready to head out to the boonies to part out a 65' for all the missing parts I want. Feels like a treasure hunt. Plus we have several days of decent weather with no rain. This should be a good run of productivity.

05-05-2012, 08:23 PM	#5240
ABX131 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 317	Re: What did you do to your truck today? My parts haul from a 66'. Got everything for $50....Glove box liner, high hump tranny cover, SUN tach, old stereo and surface mount speakers, brand new ignition switch, original gas cap, door handles w/key, full interior handles and window cranks....good day! http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/...nt=66parts.jpg

05-05-2012, 10:03 PM	#5241
62 Barnfind Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salado, Tx Posts: 1,375	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I installed my cab mounts and started tearing by bed apart. __________________ John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513

05-05-2012, 11:44 PM	#5242
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Made a Junkyard run first thing today, found the radiator support braces I needed, and located a Stepside fender to replace the Factory one with the spare tire cutout. Got to see lots of 60-66 trucks in various states of disassembly... Gotta love rambling around junkyards with a wide variety of vehicles. Spotted a 64 Impala propped up on wheels sporting a near perfect front bumper. This place appears to be my new favorite playground.

05-06-2012, 02:31 AM	#5243
raic65 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bonita, Ca Posts: 156	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Mocked up the wheels to get an idea of how it will look. Still have to make the right rear caliper bracket and finish the wheel tubs. Attached Images

05-06-2012, 07:54 AM	#5244
skysoldier173rd Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: jackson, michigan Posts: 246	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got her out of storage in the pole barn, cleaned the windshield and parked it in the driveway, ready for another summer of driving it everywhere i go. It's been a very dependable daily driver. Attached Images



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05-06-2012, 03:28 PM	#5247
1enick72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Jackson, ME Posts: 287	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Had some driveability issues and replaced my ECM, much better, still working out a few bugs with the L98 TPI engine.

05-06-2012, 09:07 PM	#5248
62 Barnfind Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salado, Tx Posts: 1,375	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Filled the gun rack holes, painted and replaced the water pump. __________________ John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513

05-06-2012, 09:27 PM	#5249
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished welding up the cowl into one piece and smoothing the vents. Pics here: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2 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

05-06-2012, 10:50 PM	#5250
ABX131 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 317	Re: What did you do to your truck today? What's wrong with a gun rack? There is nothin' wrong with them neked lady mud flaps neither.....

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