Project#2 67-72 Restoration's Shop truck

[VA72C10]

Decided to go 3/5 drop to try to get it done and sold. Will swap rear springs in once i get it running. BMERDOC has the lca's cleaning them up and putting new ball joints in them for me.

Already have the springs...just need to find time to put everything together in the front end and then will be able to put the front clip on, connect the final wiring, and fire it up for the first test drive!!!

[BMERDOC]

Hey! I cleaned up the LCAs and pressed in the ball joints several days ago. I didn't completely polish them up but I did knock off all the big stuff so you wouldn't have to. I also have that front bumper in the bed of my truck too. I haven't knocked off the front sway bar mounts yet but I know you want them back. Between the holidays, my girls having birthdays on both Jan 2nd and 9th, not to mention the Rat Race I haven't been able to get back with you. Depending on both our schedules maybe we can get together this week. See ya soon!!

[shawno72]

Wow for sale? Your taking this new job seriously aren't you?
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[VA72C10]

Originally Posted by BMERDOC

Hey! I cleaned up the LCAs and pressed in the ball joints several days ago. I didn't completely polish them up but I did knock off all the big stuff so you wouldn't have to. I also have that front bumper in the bed of my truck too. I haven't knocked off the front sway bar mounts yet but I know you want them back. Between the holidays, my girls having birthdays on both Jan 2nd and 9th, not to mention the Rat Race I haven't been able to get back with you. Depending on both our schedules maybe we can get together this week. See ya soon!!

Thanks! I'm out of town again this week...only home weekends for next two weeks at least...

Originally Posted by shawno72

Wow for sale? Your taking this new job seriously aren't you?
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Yes...I need a better daily driver. Our 2000 Honda has almost 200K miles on it and all kinds of issues now popping up. (needs brakes all around, tires, shocks/struts, tranny flush, timing belt at 200K, catalytic converter, door regulator, etc....
Needs more work than it's worth. Company pays a fair car allowance but no way I'm buying new.....looks like I'll easily put 50-65K miles/yr on my vehicle...maybe more...

Looking for a newer Honda van because this has treated us so well and has great room for the kids/stuff. Once the truck is sold and I have a better work vehicle the next priority will be catching up on bills....then some savings....then I'll definitely be getting a "trash truck" Hopefully something like this truck but already running where I can slowly fix it up and add my favorite options to it...

[shawno72]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Hopefully something like this truck but already running where I can slowly fix it up and add my favorite options to it...

Thata exactly what my 68 has been. A slow build that I have consistently been adding all the options too over time. Keeping a keen out here on the parts board and local swap meets and eBay. It's fun that way.
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[68 TT]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Thanks guys. Yes, seems when you stop looking is when you find things...

Great news on the job. Glad you found something with a great company.

I wish you the best.

[Daddy'O]

Hey Jonathan - Is your PM box full? Sent you a PM on the 5th of this month. Would like to hear from you. I know you're busy with the new job and well, life. Again - Congrats on the new job! Hoping all is well with you and your family.

Thanks again!

[VA72C10]

Sorry, been super busy and out of town. Will reply to your pm in a minute.

[VA72C10]

for sale ad complete

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...p?product=6963

[VA72C10]

Truck is SOLD! Received the deposit this morning! Buyer wants airbags so I'm happy I'll get to see it bagged like I originally planned. Bmerdoc is going to be helping me get the front end back together and I should be able to get it together and running shortly after that. Also need to get the last patches welded in. I'll take pictures as I finish it up and keep everyone posted.

[shawno72]

Congrats on the sale

[Chvy2NV]

Congrats on the sale. Keep posting pics. I'm sure others want to see it finished too.
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[VA72C10]

Originally Posted by shawno72

Congrats on the sale

Originally Posted by Chvy2NV

Congrats on the sale. Keep posting pics. I'm sure others want to see it finished too.
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Thanks,

Will definitely post pictures as I work on it....can't wait to see it back together and bagged on the stock steelies....Won't be slammed but a nice stance nonetheless...

[JRE]

Congrats on the sale. Did you sell it to a board member.

[Rusbuilt]

Congrats buddy!

[VA72C10]

Originally Posted by JRE

Congrats on the sale. Did you sell it to a board member.

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Congrats buddy!

Thanks, yes, it sold to a board member but not sure if they are going to post on here or not. They are someone who enjoys reading the forum and not really posting which I respect and understand.

[VA72C10]

Well, this weekend didn't work out as well as I hoped. Bmerdoc worked Saturday until the evening and I had evening plans I'd forgotten about so I got a little done in the morning and then ran some parts over to his shop...he has the steering link to blow apart and the a-arms to get the factory bumpstops off for me.
I got a few small things done but the majority of the time was gathering the last parts together, getting the parts needing work to Bmerdoc, and planning out the rest of the work. I am getting ready to leave for 10 days out of state but planning to work the whole day the saturday I return. Hoping to get some time tomorrow night or Wed night to get a few items knocked off the punchlist also.

Here are pics of the suspension and air ride parts...also a new headlight switch, a new speedometer cable, and pads for when the wood goes in the bed that will go with the truck.

[BMERDOC]

Sorry we couldn't get anything done buddy!! Let me know when you get back so we can plan a marathon event to knock out a BIG punch list!!

[1972BackInBlackC10]

nice parts, did you have any luck making a deal on that truck for your parts collection?

[VA72C10]

Originally Posted by BMERDOC

Sorry we couldn't get anything done buddy!! Let me know when you get back so we can plan a marathon event to knock out a BIG punch list!!

no problem man....you've done a ton to help on this truck already. If you're good for the 27th let's plan on then...I get back on the 26th.

Originally Posted by 1972BackInBlackC10

nice parts, did you have any luck making a deal on that truck for your parts collection?

We'll see...he wasn't available to come down until the end of the month....

[1972BackInBlackC10]

i hope it works out for you

[VA72C10]

Finally back in town after 10 days in louisiana and alabama. Bmerdoc came over yesterday and helped me out. Got the front bagged and back together minus steering (need a pickel fork to take off the idler arm and replace with the new one). New brake lines, new lower ball joints (uppers are good and have under 30k miles). New idler arm, tie rods, and adjusters will go on later. Found out my new master cylinder is bad so I will go get another and we'll go round 3 on bleeding the brakes. I got the fuel system finished up. New fuel filter and rubber lines (modern fuel injection ones made to hold up to newer fuels) run between the fuel line and fuel pump.
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[VA72C10]

Will get some pictures of it all together and on the ground as soon as we get the steering link buttoned up and brakes bled.
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[1972BackInBlackC10]

just wondering if you got a chance to send out those emblems and tailgate band? let me know if i owe you anything and nice progress btw cant wait to see the stance she has

[VA72C10]

Originally Posted by 1972BackInBlackC10

just wondering if you got a chance to send out those emblems and tailgate band? let me know if i owe you anything and nice progress btw cant wait to see the stance she has

not yet. Haven't been at home. 17 days in a hotel out of 24 days....when I'm at home have a ton to catch up on. will get them out this week.