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msgross · 02-15-2009, 06:37 PM

well, maybe i'll get some work done on this tomorrow... gov employee day off ya know...

Decided to try the electrolosis rust removal on my new water pump, probably just have to buy another, this thing rusted on the inside in two months of being removed...

Then I picked up on of these 3M discs for the grinder ($14!) but it takes paint off pretty nice. Figured I would try to strip the tailgate I have vs. blasting....

Also picked up a new tip for the Miller...I love going to AIRGAS, started talking with the manager about trucks and learned that he had a 68 back in the day...

Good news is that mama agreed to get the truck painted once I get promoted. COuld be this summer or within the next two years!!!!! at least it's a start..

nuke1 · 02-15-2009, 08:14 PM

very nice, i use those bristle pads at work on the old cars, work good, but expensive!

msgross · 02-15-2009, 08:16 PM

how long do they last?

msgross · 02-15-2009, 10:15 PM

I put my corvette crank pulley on and it looks pretty close. It could use another 1/8" spacer in between the two...

msgross · 02-15-2009, 10:17 PM

I'm also trying to figure out the correct spacing and height of this rocker... any help?

**Hart_Rod** · 02-15-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

I'm also trying to figure out the correct spacing and height of this rocker... any help?

Make it match the bottom of the door. Your weather stripping and chrome step guard will cover that piece up.

R

**88JRFAN** · 02-15-2009, 10:25 PM

You can pick up spacer's for the crank pulley's, in case you didn't know. I can get you a measurement tomorrow off of mine. Mine sat right on top of the inner and fit pretty snug. I did have to take a board to the lip so it would have the right spacing. Clamped the outer rocker in place then put screws in to check fit.

msgross · 02-15-2009, 10:25 PM

that would mean it needs to come up... i don't think it can since my gap is as tight as it can go... overall I think the floor is a little high so I need to fix it with the rocker.

msgross · 02-15-2009, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 88JRFAN

You can pick up spacer's for the crank pulley's, in case you didn't know. I can get you a measurement tomorrow off of mine. Mine sat right on top of the inner and fit pretty snug. I did have to take a board to the lip so it would have the right spacing. Clamped the outer rocker in place then put screws in to check fit.

I have a spacer in between the crank and and the balancer..it's aluminum

with everything that was missing on my cab i'm lucky that it all lines up this close... the is my first time if you can't tell..

**88JRFAN** · 02-15-2009, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

I have a spacer in between the crank and and the balancer..it's aluminum

with everything that was missing on my cab i'm lucky that it all lines up this close... the is my first time if you can't tell..

Figured you did. I'm with you on that one. Taking it one part at a time. I'm glad i didn't have to put a full floor in like you did. I would have to say the outer rocker has to be the easiest part so far. Famous last words. Good luck with yours. Daren

**jaros44sr** · 02-16-2009, 07:47 AM

Use some zip screws to pull the rocker down to the floor flush, gotta sit tight so you can weld it. Generally you have to play with the A post to allow the front portion of the rocker to come down, looks like the gap is tight on the front of the door, hard to see.

The gap between the floor and the rocker looks pretty strait, that height will not change as the rocker has to sit tight against the floor

Got any pics of the front with the door closed?

msgross · 02-16-2009, 10:01 AM

I need to remeasure the A-pillar, like you said, I think it's a little high. That or the BFH can adjust it..

**jaros44sr** · 02-16-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

I need to remeasure the A-pillar, like you said, I think it's a little high. That or the BFH can adjust it..

I was goin' to suggest that tool, mine need a little tweaking as well
Here's my angle

Congrat. on your promotion, are you a full bird?

msgross · 02-16-2009, 12:50 PM

that's quite the angle, shows that I have to room to play with. How's the weatherstrip mate up with your door?

sourkraut · 02-16-2009, 01:44 PM

how did the electrolosis work out? did it free up you water pump. i was wondering if that works good?

**jaros44sr** · 02-16-2009, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

that's quite the angle, shows that I have to room to play with. How's the weatherstrip mate up with your door?

Tight on the fit to the door, seals nice

msgross · 02-16-2009, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by sourkraut

how did the electrolosis work out? did it free up you water pump. i was wondering if that works good?

i'm still gonna go buy another water pump since they are only $25. It worked pretty well, i'd try it on small items that a wire wheel couldn't get into...

I should have let you TIG my gas tank delete in... what a mess. All was going well and then I blew a hole, which grew and grew. I should have tacked it in from the back... then filled in the groove. I THINK I saved it but who knows. It will need some mud, I just hope it doesn't crack in a year or two from a week spot or something...

nuke1 · 02-16-2009, 06:29 PM

they can last up to an hour but if you are hitting edges or sharp things expect a third of the life.

sourkraut · 02-16-2009, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

i'm still gonna go buy another water pump since they are only $25. It worked pretty well, i'd try it on small items that a wire wheel couldn't get into...

I should have let you TIG my gas tank delete in... what a mess. All was going well and then I blew a hole, which grew and grew. I should have tacked it in from the back... then filled in the groove. I THINK I saved it but who knows. It will need some mud, I just hope it doesn't crack in a year or two from a week spot or something...

never too late! if you need a hand let me know! you can always clean off what you got and start fresh.

msgross · 02-16-2009, 07:09 PM

thanks.. i doubt I will buy another since it is going down pretty quickly..

Today I decided to ruin a perfectly good hole. I have this patch from Infinity rides and wanted to burn something... Well, I should have done more research. All was going well until the first hole opened up... then it was downhill form there. That led to more and more and finally I had to go to the backside to thicken up the metal that I had ground away from the front. I should have tacked the in from the back then ran a small bead in the gap to fill it in on the front. Hindsight being 20/20 I think the will work. it's gonna need a little mud and sanding and the back is ugly has heck...that's for sure

herodcreekfarms · 02-16-2009, 09:03 PM

hey where did you get that gas tank filler piece i know you said something about infinity rides, but a google search got me no where

msgross · 02-16-2009, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by herodcreekfarms

hey where did you get that gas tank filler piece i know you said something about infinity rides, but a google search got me no where

guess I spelled it wrong
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247681

he is on Ebay too...

**88JRFAN** · 02-16-2009, 10:33 PM

I measured my original cab and the gap looks to be just shy of 3/8 of an inch. I plan to do the gas tank hole too, looks like you had fun with yours. Good luck with your progress.

msgross · 02-16-2009, 11:44 PM

cool, thanks for the information...

tdave00 · 02-17-2009, 08:23 AM

Looking good man. I need to burn my gas tank delete in too.

02-15-2009, 06:37 PM	#576
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! well, maybe i'll get some work done on this tomorrow... gov employee day off ya know... Decided to try the electrolosis rust removal on my new water pump, probably just have to buy another, this thing rusted on the inside in two months of being removed... Then I picked up on of these 3M discs for the grinder ($14!) but it takes paint off pretty nice. Figured I would try to strip the tailgate I have vs. blasting.... Also picked up a new tip for the Miller...I love going to AIRGAS, started talking with the manager about trucks and learned that he had a 68 back in the day... Good news is that mama agreed to get the truck painted once I get promoted. COuld be this summer or within the next two years!!!!! at least it's a start.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 02-15-2009 at 06:38 PM.

02-15-2009, 08:14 PM	#577
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! very nice, i use those bristle pads at work on the old cars, work good, but expensive! __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-15-2009, 08:16 PM	#578
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! how long do they last? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-15-2009, 10:15 PM	#579
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I put my corvette crank pulley on and it looks pretty close. It could use another 1/8" spacer in between the two... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-15-2009, 10:17 PM	#580
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I'm also trying to figure out the correct spacing and height of this rocker... any help? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-15-2009, 10:25 PM	#582
88JRFAN LET'S GO RACIN' Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SALINA,KS Posts: 1,212	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! You can pick up spacer's for the crank pulley's, in case you didn't know. I can get you a measurement tomorrow off of mine. Mine sat right on top of the inner and fit pretty snug. I did have to take a board to the lip so it would have the right spacing. Clamped the outer rocker in place then put screws in to check fit. __________________ Daren 04 Chevy Extend cab 2500HD 6.0 Liter 4x4 71 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 402 BB, th400/np205, dana44/eaton ho52 w/4:10-TOY Rip El Jay RIP BOBBO'S MOM

02-15-2009, 10:25 PM	#583
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! that would mean it needs to come up... i don't think it can since my gap is as tight as it can go... overall I think the floor is a little high so I need to fix it with the rocker. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-16-2009, 07:47 AM	#586
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,768	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Use some zip screws to pull the rocker down to the floor flush, gotta sit tight so you can weld it. Generally you have to play with the A post to allow the front portion of the rocker to come down, looks like the gap is tight on the front of the door, hard to see. The gap between the floor and the rocker looks pretty strait, that height will not change as the rocker has to sit tight against the floor Got any pics of the front with the door closed? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

02-16-2009, 10:01 AM	#587
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I need to remeasure the A-pillar, like you said, I think it's a little high. That or the BFH can adjust it.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-16-2009, 12:50 PM	#589
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! that's quite the angle, shows that I have to room to play with. How's the weatherstrip mate up with your door? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-16-2009, 01:44 PM	#590
sourkraut Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: WI Posts: 1,243	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! how did the electrolosis work out? did it free up you water pump. i was wondering if that works good? __________________ "The way it is" truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=359200

02-16-2009, 06:29 PM	#593
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! they can last up to an hour but if you are hitting edges or sharp things expect a third of the life. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-16-2009, 07:09 PM	#595
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! thanks.. i doubt I will buy another since it is going down pretty quickly.. Today I decided to ruin a perfectly good hole. I have this patch from Infinity rides and wanted to burn something... Well, I should have done more research. All was going well until the first hole opened up... then it was downhill form there. That led to more and more and finally I had to go to the backside to thicken up the metal that I had ground away from the front. I should have tacked the in from the back then ran a small bead in the gap to fill it in on the front. Hindsight being 20/20 I think the will work. it's gonna need a little mud and sanding and the back is ugly has heck...that's for sure __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-16-2009, 09:03 PM	#596
herodcreekfarms Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: leesburg ga Posts: 88	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! hey where did you get that gas tank filler piece i know you said something about infinity rides, but a google search got me no where

02-16-2009, 10:33 PM	#598
88JRFAN LET'S GO RACIN' Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SALINA,KS Posts: 1,212	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I measured my original cab and the gap looks to be just shy of 3/8 of an inch. I plan to do the gas tank hole too, looks like you had fun with yours. Good luck with your progress. __________________ Daren 04 Chevy Extend cab 2500HD 6.0 Liter 4x4 71 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 402 BB, th400/np205, dana44/eaton ho52 w/4:10-TOY Rip El Jay RIP BOBBO'S MOM Last edited by 88JRFAN; 02-17-2009 at 12:23 AM.



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02-16-2009, 11:44 PM	#599
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! cool, thanks for the information... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

02-17-2009, 08:23 AM	#600
tdave00 Restoring a 68 SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,068	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Looking good man. I need to burn my gas tank delete in too. __________________ My Build Thread: Lucy - My 1968 SWB - Shop Truck Style North Nashville Concrete Contractor

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