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dantimdad · 01-14-2013, 10:40 PM

Started gutting one set of the doors tonight. Looks like the driver's door off the 66 will be patched on the bottom corner and kept. Will get to the 65 doors and find out which passenger door will be used.

It is such a luxury to have multiples now! I can stand back, pick the simplest route and come out with a better end result.

I have to say thanks to everyone on the board who has encouraged us and offered advice. It really helps.

Steven

garett · 01-14-2013, 11:40 PM

i put a full wiring system in my 66 chevy burban. now i have turn signals and head light yea !!!!

dracko · 01-15-2013, 12:54 AM

Installed some H4 bulb headlights and rewired them with relays. What a difference! probably the best upgrade I've made other than power steering.

dantimdad · 01-16-2013, 09:51 PM

My son and I finished disassembling two more doors and marked out the good parts we are cutting out to use on the other doors.

Next up: we are cutting out the useful parts of the 66 cab, removing the pedal assembly and hauling it to the recycling center.

That's on Saturday's agenda.

We decided the SWB frame is just too nice to scrap. We will hold onto it until we find a buyer. Way too many people Z a LWB frame when they could buy a SWB one.

Steven

66-PMD-GMC · 01-17-2013, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dantimdad

My son and I finished disassembling two more doors and marked out the good parts we are cutting out to use on the other doors.

Next up: we are cutting out the useful parts of the 66 cab, removing the pedal assembly and hauling it to the recycling center.

That's on Saturday's agenda.

We decided the SWB frame is just too nice to scrap. We will hold onto it until we find a buyer. Way too many people Z a LWB frame when they could buy a SWB one.

Steven

Can't find one for a reasonable price here... :-/

robber grin · 01-17-2013, 10:16 AM

TxRat - I like your truck.

Painted the front rotors and drop coils gloss black Rusto’ before work.

Cleaned and painted the Upper Ball Joints at work. I used some silver hammer finish Rusto’ that was in the futility-room at work & I like them just fine.

Mounted my upper ball-joints and bump-stops in the Upper Control Arms when I got home, flipped the coils over and shot them again.

If I was a younger man I’d try and bolt it all together but given the temps and humidity – it’ll wait till we get back from Georgia – the paint might be hard enough to touch by then.

Leaving for Georgia Friday morning – hope to find some righteous parts at some point along the way.

I hope to be rolling again soon after we get back...

TxRat · 01-17-2013, 09:58 PM

[QUOTE=robber grin;5823625]TxRat - I like your truck.

THANKS!!!

j.kirn · 01-17-2013, 10:12 PM

went for a ride

TxRat · 01-16-2013, 10:33 PM

Added my tailgate

Trsmotrhed · 01-17-2013, 02:51 AM

Started my LT1 yesterday. Had a slight bog. Had a bad TPS. Replaced and running great now. Laid rubber up the drive way

. Here's a video of my first run.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVNX...e_gdata_player
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Vernski · 01-17-2013, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Trsmotrhed

Started my LT1 yesterday. Had a slight bog. Had a bad TPS. Replaced and running great now. Laid rubber up the drive way

. Here's a video of my first run.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVNX...e_gdata_player
Posted via Mobile Device

You have to login in order to view the video...Vernski

Trsmotrhed · 01-17-2013, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vernski

You have to login in order to view the video...Vernski

I think I fixed it. Had the video as private and didn't know.
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Vernski · 01-18-2013, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Trsmotrhed

I think I fixed it. Had the video as private and didn't know.
Posted via Mobile Device

Thanx the video is fixed, short but sweet...Vernski

6066gmcguy · 01-17-2013, 05:02 AM

I pushed the snow off the hood and windshield.

Hx16457 · 01-17-2013, 10:36 PM

Bought my antenna! Have not installed it yet because I want to touch up the paint on the under side of my hood first, then get it installed.
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mud.man.rj · 01-17-2013, 11:33 PM

j.kirn, nice clean truck. Is that a 60 3/4 ton.

j.kirn · 01-18-2013, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

j.kirn, nice clean truck. Is that a 60 3/4 ton.

Yes it is, thanks

dantimdad · 01-18-2013, 12:02 AM

Argh! Evidently, neither my son nor I felt it necessary to pick up the headlight bezels when we were sorting parts. I stepped on one and folded it nearly in half and dented it!

It was a near mint set of painted ones.

No clue where I will find just one to replace it without spending a fair bit on it.

Steven

iluvmyak47 · 01-18-2013, 01:09 AM

Today I backed into my driveway when I got home from work, pulled the parking brake... and SNAP went the brake cable!

Crx150zc · 01-19-2013, 01:12 AM

Got another coat of rattle can paint on the lower control arms for my baby, hope it holds up and looks nice for a little while at least. I will put another coat of clear coat on it once installed to hide any marks I put on it during installation. Plan on putting the front cross member in this week end

donthekawguy · 01-19-2013, 01:47 AM

I spoke with a fellow member who lives about an hour from me and he has a bunch of parts I need.

And I put in an order for a bunch of little stuff from classic parts. Nice way to burn thru $400.

At least my truck will be ready to roll when the snow melts.

jchicago · 01-19-2013, 02:49 AM

Picked up my set of plates for the truck, wish I could of gotten the antique plates, but already had a ticket, no sense in waiting to get another.

Bought some wiper arms and blades, figured I better get them on before I need them. Also bought a cheap shifter knob. Figured I've learned stick enough to get me a little something.

dantimdad · 01-19-2013, 03:59 PM

Scrapped the bad cab and some odds and ends. I couldn't help but feel a little sad when the crane grabbed it off the trailer and crushed it.

I just couldn't save it.

Steven

RANDY COX · 01-19-2013, 07:27 PM

do you have any more pics of that truck,what's the drive train I see it's 3/4.Is it 235 or 283 manual 4 spd...do you have any Interior shots.....Thanks a bunch Randy...

**jayoldschool** · 01-19-2013, 07:51 PM

I bought a 65 C10 BBW LWB Fleetside. Custom Chrome, Custom Comfort options. 230 with 3spd. Looking forward to getting to work!

01-14-2013, 10:40 PM	#1
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started gutting one set of the doors tonight. Looks like the driver's door off the 66 will be patched on the bottom corner and kept. Will get to the 65 doors and find out which passenger door will be used. It is such a luxury to have multiples now! I can stand back, pick the simplest route and come out with a better end result. I have to say thanks to everyone on the board who has encouraged us and offered advice. It really helps. 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

01-14-2013, 11:40 PM	#2
garett Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: tacoma wa Posts: 35	Re: What did you do to your truck today? i put a full wiring system in my 66 chevy burban. now i have turn signals and head light yea !!!!

01-15-2013, 12:54 AM	#3
dracko Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Regina, SK Posts: 804	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed some H4 bulb headlights and rewired them with relays. What a difference! probably the best upgrade I've made other than power steering.

01-16-2013, 09:51 PM	#4
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? My son and I finished disassembling two more doors and marked out the good parts we are cutting out to use on the other doors. Next up: we are cutting out the useful parts of the 66 cab, removing the pedal assembly and hauling it to the recycling center. That's on Saturday's agenda. We decided the SWB frame is just too nice to scrap. We will hold onto it until we find a buyer. Way too many people Z a LWB frame when they could buy a SWB one. 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

01-17-2013, 10:16 AM	#6
robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: What did you do to your truck today? TxRat - I like your truck. Painted the front rotors and drop coils gloss black Rusto’ before work. Cleaned and painted the Upper Ball Joints at work. I used some silver hammer finish Rusto’ that was in the futility-room at work & I like them just fine. Mounted my upper ball-joints and bump-stops in the Upper Control Arms when I got home, flipped the coils over and shot them again. If I was a younger man I’d try and bolt it all together but given the temps and humidity – it’ll wait till we get back from Georgia – the paint might be hard enough to touch by then. Leaving for Georgia Friday morning – hope to find some righteous parts at some point along the way. I hope to be rolling again soon after we get back...

01-17-2013, 09:58 PM	#7
TxRat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Beaumont Texas Posts: 190	Re: What did you do to your truck today? [QUOTE=robber grin;5823625]TxRat - I like your truck. THANKS!!!

01-17-2013, 10:12 PM	#8
j.kirn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: MO. Posts: 970	Re: What did you do to your truck today? went for a ride

01-16-2013, 10:33 PM	#9
TxRat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Beaumont Texas Posts: 190	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Added my tailgate

01-17-2013, 02:51 AM	#10
Trsmotrhed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 430	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started my LT1 yesterday. Had a slight bog. Had a bad TPS. Replaced and running great now. Laid rubber up the drive way . Here's a video of my first run. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVNX...e_gdata_player Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Sold the 63 and have a 68 now. 63 SWB C10 LT1/4L60E, PS, PB, Disk Brakes, CPP 4" drop coil rear, 2.5" drop spindle w/ 1" drop coil. slotted rotors, front and rear sway bars. 18"x8" Cragar SS w/ 245/45R18 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=544174

01-17-2013, 05:02 AM	#14
6066gmcguy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern Utah Posts: 134	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I pushed the snow off the hood and windshield. __________________ Jolly ~ The 6066 GMC Guy Try the 6066 GMC Guy Facebook Page Jolly's Truck & Car Show Page!

01-17-2013, 10:36 PM	#15
Hx16457 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lawton Oklahoma Posts: 308	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Bought my antenna! Have not installed it yet because I want to touch up the paint on the under side of my hood first, then get it installed. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ People who make excuses didn't want to do it in the first place! http://s1326.photobucket.com/albums/...cpZZ1QQtppZZ16

01-17-2013, 11:33 PM	#16
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? j.kirn, nice clean truck. Is that a 60 3/4 ton.

01-18-2013, 12:02 AM	#18
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Argh! Evidently, neither my son nor I felt it necessary to pick up the headlight bezels when we were sorting parts. I stepped on one and folded it nearly in half and dented it! It was a near mint set of painted ones. No clue where I will find just one to replace it without spending a fair bit on it. 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

01-18-2013, 01:09 AM	#19
iluvmyak47 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Elk Grove CA Posts: 5	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Today I backed into my driveway when I got home from work, pulled the parking brake... and SNAP went the brake cable!

01-19-2013, 01:12 AM	#20
Crx150zc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Colorado Springs, Co. Posts: 55	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got another coat of rattle can paint on the lower control arms for my baby, hope it holds up and looks nice for a little while at least. I will put another coat of clear coat on it once installed to hide any marks I put on it during installation. Plan on putting the front cross member in this week end



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01-19-2013, 01:47 AM	#21
donthekawguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rathdrum ID Posts: 1,129	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I spoke with a fellow member who lives about an hour from me and he has a bunch of parts I need. And I put in an order for a bunch of little stuff from classic parts. Nice way to burn thru $400. At least my truck will be ready to roll when the snow melts. __________________ 66 shorty

01-19-2013, 02:49 AM	#22
jchicago Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 88	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Picked up my set of plates for the truck, wish I could of gotten the antique plates, but already had a ticket, no sense in waiting to get another. Bought some wiper arms and blades, figured I better get them on before I need them. Also bought a cheap shifter knob. Figured I've learned stick enough to get me a little something.

01-19-2013, 03:59 PM	#23
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Scrapped the bad cab and some odds and ends. I couldn't help but feel a little sad when the crane grabbed it off the trailer and crushed it. I just couldn't save it. 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

01-19-2013, 07:27 PM	#24
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: What did you do to your truck today? do you have any more pics of that truck,what's the drive train I see it's 3/4.Is it 235 or 283 manual 4 spd...do you have any Interior shots.....Thanks a bunch Randy... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

01-19-2013, 07:51 PM	#25
jayoldschool Moderator Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 2,170	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I bought a 65 C10 BBW LWB Fleetside. Custom Chrome, Custom Comfort options. 230 with 3spd. Looking forward to getting to work!

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