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ScottG · 11-16-2012, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

Let us know....PLEEEEEZE!!!!???

It'll be a bit before I get everything together to install it, but I will post the improvements, if any.

Shyguy · 11-16-2012, 02:29 PM

We took the stepside bed up to my son's house since we are now ready to start getting it ready for painting.

Washed it down good, removed the tailgate and the chains.

Tomorrow we will weld in the roll pan, then see what else we have time to do.

Big Block · 11-16-2012, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972SUPERSB

Rebuilt my front end on my 72. Wow lots of work!
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Should make driving it more fun. It gives you a reason to clean things up on the underside of the truck too.

54belair · 11-18-2012, 09:41 PM

Well, I finally got the under side of the cab finished today.
We did alot of welding to the cab floors while it was still on the chassis, then I put it on the rotissary to finish up the bottom. Got all the pcs welded in on the bottom, seam sealed every joint and seam underneath, two coats of por 15. Now its time to lower it back down and seal/coat the floors top side. Not too far from getting the cab in epoxy primer like the front clip and bed.

Very soon it will be time to play mechanic instead of bodyman. On to the frame!!

**thelonerife** · 11-18-2012, 10:29 PM

put some under dash lights and a glove box light in.

Z10 · 11-18-2012, 10:30 PM

After I purchased my 72 GMC back in August and got it home, I discovered I had no horn. Everything else was there so I started thinking about what to buy.

I stumbled across an ebay auction last week for horns off of an 87 Cadillac. Not 1, not 2, not 3 but 4 horns. So, this afternoon I got around to mounting them.

"LOUD"

My little stepper sounds like a West bound train at a railroad crossing. Sweet!

dliving69 · 11-18-2012, 10:44 PM

Well this past week, water pump went out so I swapped a new one in and then headed home and the damn belt busted, so now thats getting replaced tomorrow. Also found out I have 3.73 posi trac rear end. Ready to get it back running.

dliving69 · 11-18-2012, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

I was wondering, too.

The sun came out today, so I finished up the head/parking light switch and the "dummy" choke button set up. Replaced the hand-brake and the hand brake cover.

Put the steering wheel on loosely for a "final" test fit. You might notice the little button on the dash next to the ashtray. I got sick of screwing around with the horn.
And, the hole was already there...Some P.O. got drill-happy, I guess. Now, it's a teeny horn button.

Oops! Can't see it in these pics....

Nice truck! from what I can see. What are them seats out of? and what all did you have to do to make them fit? I have a bench seat

dliving69 · 11-18-2012, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

"Finished" putting in the new dash...and new glove box door, thanks to a great deal from a Forum Member. Made my new SPI decal and "stuck it".
That was after threading in the new M & H under-dash harness...simple and smooth install.

Looks like the "new" (reclaimed from the parts stash) fuel gauge is gonna work. Can't say why....One of those deals that since you're working on so many ends of the thing,
and EVERYTHING has to work together for the proper end result, I have no idea why it works now. The suspected "pinning" was okay in the plug for the new printed circuit. New plug
(M and H). New ..tested...sensor/float (Summit). New wire to the tank (Magwa). New...tested...fuel gauge (70's GM from the stash). New Fuse Box (M &H). I dunno!

If it didn't work, I'd really be scratching my head. News at 11.

How's this for an SPI? Bet it will confuse someone down the road....

Where did you get that glovebox at, I have a original ac cab.

magwakeenercew2jh · 11-19-2012, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by dliving69

Where did you get that glovebox at, I have a original ac cab.

Thanks, dliving69

In the Vintage Air kit.
The seats are out of a 2004 Blazer.

*bk2life* · 11-19-2012, 09:46 AM

Asked the machine shop wtf is taking so long to put my motor together…

mcmlxix · 11-19-2012, 06:01 PM

Test fit the NP205 to the 4L80e and had my friend Russ (the robot) tig weld the adapter...

in deep 72 · 11-19-2012, 06:14 PM

Nice adaptor! I was going to go the same route, 4l80e and 205, but had my transmission guy talk me out of it (that and the cost of the electronics needed). Now trying to sell the 80.

**nlped** · 11-19-2012, 08:09 PM

Got my frontend aligned after swapping all the brakes, drop suspension and steering. The guy did a very thorough job considering the change in stance and all

c10srule · 11-20-2012, 04:56 AM

finished dads bed floor, put the hood and tail gate on, just about done, will put the exhaust on tomorrow then dad has to do some finishing touches, turned out to be a cool old truck

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-20-2012, 08:49 AM

Welded some bump stops on yesterday.........

RexDodge · 11-20-2012, 11:36 AM

Booya! Got the first layers of epoxy on! Special thanks goes out to JRE (Justin). Now on to the details and slicksand.

Shyguy · 11-22-2012, 12:04 AM

We cleaned and straightened my son's garage, since we are done with building my '67 swb stepper. Then we pushed in his next project.

ChillWinstonC20 · 11-22-2012, 10:17 AM

Shyguy, looks like you and your son did an amazing job on that stepper. Can't wait to see his c10 project! Love the stripes on cowl. Did you guys have a build thread anywhere? I'm curious what the rest of it looks like

UNEASYRIDER · 11-22-2012, 10:33 AM

Built me a box and installed to test it out

c10srule · 11-22-2012, 12:51 PM

cleaned it and took it out to beat on the tires

c10srule · 11-22-2012, 12:53 PM

changed the fuel tank float in our dogs truck

magwakeenercew2jh · 11-22-2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by c10srule

changed the fuel tank float in our dogs truck

Tip: Make sure that is fully out before you put it back in the tank. Otherwise, you run the risk of having a hot dog.

c10srule · 11-22-2012, 02:26 PM

pretty cool, pitched it in some water then it went in the trash can

bsteele · 11-22-2012, 03:25 PM

The rear end was leaking so I pulled the cover off, cleaned it, re-painted it and re-installed. Also painted the master cyclinder since I am finally getting to drive it and it was starting to show a little rust. Lastly I fixed the shifter. I had hooked up 1st and reverse backwards. It was interesting the first time I started to pul off. Now it is time to go to the in-laws to eat. Happy Thanksgiving to all. I'll ask everyone to take a minute today and really think about what you are thankful for. Tell the people you love how much you are thankful for them!!

11-16-2012, 02:29 PM	#5352
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What did you do to your truck today! We took the stepside bed up to my son's house since we are now ready to start getting it ready for painting. Washed it down good, removed the tailgate and the chains. Tomorrow we will weld in the roll pan, then see what else we have time to do. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

11-18-2012, 09:41 PM	#5354
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well, I finally got the under side of the cab finished today. We did alot of welding to the cab floors while it was still on the chassis, then I put it on the rotissary to finish up the bottom. Got all the pcs welded in on the bottom, seam sealed every joint and seam underneath, two coats of por 15. Now its time to lower it back down and seal/coat the floors top side. Not too far from getting the cab in epoxy primer like the front clip and bed. Very soon it will be time to play mechanic instead of bodyman. On to the frame!! Attached Images __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

11-18-2012, 10:29 PM	#5355
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: What did you do to your truck today! put some under dash lights and a glove box light in. Attached Images __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

11-18-2012, 10:30 PM	#5356
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: What did you do to your truck today! After I purchased my 72 GMC back in August and got it home, I discovered I had no horn. Everything else was there so I started thinking about what to buy. I stumbled across an ebay auction last week for horns off of an 87 Cadillac. Not 1, not 2, not 3 but 4 horns. So, this afternoon I got around to mounting them. "LOUD" My little stepper sounds like a West bound train at a railroad crossing. Sweet! Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

11-18-2012, 10:44 PM	#5357
dliving69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Neodesha, Kansas Posts: 151	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well this past week, water pump went out so I swapped a new one in and then headed home and the damn belt busted, so now thats getting replaced tomorrow. Also found out I have 3.73 posi trac rear end. Ready to get it back running.

11-19-2012, 09:46 AM	#5361
bk2life Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: phx, az Posts: 868	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Asked the machine shop wtf is taking so long to put my motor together…

11-19-2012, 06:01 PM	#5362
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Test fit the NP205 to the 4L80e and had my friend Russ (the robot) tig weld the adapter... __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

11-19-2012, 06:14 PM	#5363
in deep 72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lisbon ND Posts: 111	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Nice adaptor! I was going to go the same route, 4l80e and 205, but had my transmission guy talk me out of it (that and the cost of the electronics needed). Now trying to sell the 80.

11-19-2012, 08:09 PM	#5364
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Got my frontend aligned after swapping all the brakes, drop suspension and steering. The guy did a very thorough job considering the change in stance and all __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

11-20-2012, 04:56 AM	#5365
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! finished dads bed floor, put the hood and tail gate on, just about done, will put the exhaust on tomorrow then dad has to do some finishing touches, turned out to be a cool old truck Attached Images

11-20-2012, 08:49 AM	#5366
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Welded some bump stops on yesterday......... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-20-2012, 11:36 AM	#5367
RexDodge Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 741	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Booya! Got the first layers of epoxy on! Special thanks goes out to JRE (Justin). Now on to the details and slicksand. Attached Images

11-22-2012, 12:04 AM	#5368
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What did you do to your truck today! We cleaned and straightened my son's garage, since we are done with building my '67 swb stepper. Then we pushed in his next project. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

11-22-2012, 10:17 AM	#5369
ChillWinstonC20 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cbus, OH Posts: 48	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Shyguy, looks like you and your son did an amazing job on that stepper. Can't wait to see his c10 project! Love the stripes on cowl. Did you guys have a build thread anywhere? I'm curious what the rest of it looks like

11-22-2012, 10:33 AM	#5370
UNEASYRIDER Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: PHOENIX,ARIZONA Posts: 91	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Built me a box and installed to test it out __________________ DON'T BUILD IT IF YOUR NOT GONA DRIVE IT!!



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11-22-2012, 12:51 PM	#5371
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! cleaned it and took it out to beat on the tires

11-22-2012, 12:53 PM	#5372
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! changed the fuel tank float in our dogs truck Attached Images

11-22-2012, 02:26 PM	#5374
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! pretty cool, pitched it in some water then it went in the trash can

11-22-2012, 03:25 PM	#5375
bsteele Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Kershaw, South Carolina Posts: 113	Re: What did you do to your truck today! The rear end was leaking so I pulled the cover off, cleaned it, re-painted it and re-installed. Also painted the master cyclinder since I am finally getting to drive it and it was starting to show a little rust. Lastly I fixed the shifter. I had hooked up 1st and reverse backwards. It was interesting the first time I started to pul off. Now it is time to go to the in-laws to eat. Happy Thanksgiving to all. I'll ask everyone to take a minute today and really think about what you are thankful for. Tell the people you love how much you are thankful for them!!

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