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SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 12:08 PM

Yikes !!!

How would you fix that ?

birdistheword · 03-24-2013, 12:22 PM

Well we got the idea of using part of the inside of a door since they usually have all kinds of curves in them. Then my friend welded it in for me. Not really fixed the right way but it'll keep it from leaking and on the road til I can fix it right.
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CMH77 · 03-24-2013, 01:36 PM

I'm fearing that is what mine is going to look like.

**nlped** · 03-24-2013, 02:44 PM

Cut out like 1 BaJillion body rivets out of my extra SWB frame and partially reassembled it so it'll remain square. What a PITA, but it'll let me paint every surface when it's time for it. I also built a hidden receiver hitch out of a Dodge Ram hitch I got at the scrap yard for $5.

SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 02:50 PM

How do you clean the Chasiss ? However you spell it..I want to clean up my 1959 GMC 100

birdistheword · 03-24-2013, 04:52 PM

Hopefully you don't have chrome around your windshield. Cause we are on hour 2 of trying to get my glass and chrome to fit in.
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buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 06:38 PM

I got the console finished and upholstered. Finished custom building a ultra leather headliner and rebuild the visors in same material. Now just to move Air ride suspension gauges and switches to custom bezel build to go between console and dash.

SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 06:44 PM

Wow thats some nice interior

bonnieclyde100 · 03-24-2013, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by buckskins4ever

I got the console finished and upholstered. Finished custom building a ultra leather headliner and rebuild the visors in same material. Now just to move Air ride suspension gauges and switches to custom bezel build to go between console and dash.

what did you use to attach the headliner to the roof

Shyguy · 03-24-2013, 09:02 PM

No work on the '67 today. Had to take the day and replace the radiator in the '92 GMC dually.

buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bonnieclyde100

what did you use to attach the headliner to the roof

It is made from heavy duty 1/2 inch upholstery foam wrapped in ultra leather. It is glue to the roof instead of buying the chrome trim and drilling holes. I like the cleaner look it gives. We carved lines in the foam for just a bit of design.

ole dollor · 03-24-2013, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by buckskins4ever

I got the console finished and upholstered. Finished custom building a ultra leather headliner and rebuild the visors in same material. Now just to move Air ride suspension gauges and switches to custom bezel build to go between console and dash.

i do like your interior ....NICE..

buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 10:03 PM

Tell me what yall think......This is the new gauge bezel for the RideTec Air gauges and switches. It will be mounted between the dash and new console right under the heater/def control panel. Should I leave it brushed aluminum (as is) or paint it Orange?

woodwright · 03-24-2013, 10:08 PM

Where did you get the stainless cup holder inserts?

magwakeenercew2jh · 03-24-2013, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by buckskins4ever

Tell me what yall think......This is the new gauge bezel for the RideTec Air gauges and switches. It will be mounted between the dash and new console right under the heater/def control panel. Should I leave it brushed aluminum (as is) or paint it Orange?

No question about it. Brushed aluminum.

I'd vote for one change though:

Turn the gauges and switches "the other-side-up" so you won't wreck that truck or your neck as you drive while standing on your head.

dhaymaker · 03-24-2013, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by buckskins4ever

Tell me what yall think......This is the new gauge bezel for the RideTec Air gauges and switches. It will be mounted between the dash and new console right under the heater/def control panel. Should I leave it brushed aluminum (as is) or paint it Orange?

Paint to match...I think it would better blend into the interior!

buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by woodwright

Where did you get the stainless cup holder inserts?

I found those at a Marine/Boat Store......They come in plastic or stainless. not bad, stainless for $10 each.

buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

No question about it. Brushed aluminum.

I'd vote for one change though:

Turn the gauges and switches "the other-side-up" so you won't wreck that truck or your neck as you drive while standing on your head.

LOL, yeah I noticed that after posting it. Will flip it around in my photoshop.

Expat_dude · 03-24-2013, 10:14 PM

Steering wheel arrived, will get the half wrap once I pick out the interior color.

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buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 10:16 PM

Sorry guys, hope your necks didnt break looking at the other one

SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 10:18 PM

Wow what exactly is that ? ...Just the Gauges ?

buckskins4ever · 03-24-2013, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

Wow what exactly is that ? ...Just the Gauges ?

I have a complete Ridetech Air suspension setup. the gauges and electric switches originally come in a stainless steel square plate.....Took up a little room and didnt fit anywhere on my truck without look out of place. So thought, what the heck, I have a drimmel tool, a pair of snips and a bender, I will make a new one to add a custom touch and make the gauge assembly look like it belonged here.

magwakeenercew2jh · 03-24-2013, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by dhaymaker

Paint to match...I think it would better blend into the interior!

Okay. My take on design is that contrast is important. But that's just me.

SCHRUMGMC · 03-24-2013, 10:49 PM

Awesome man, Seems pretty neat

Holy cow I love the Interior

ole dollor · 03-24-2013, 11:22 PM

my vote is to paint the gauge panel to match the console ..

03-24-2013, 12:08 PM	#6401
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Yikes !!! How would you fix that ? __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-24-2013, 12:22 PM	#6402
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well we got the idea of using part of the inside of a door since they usually have all kinds of curves in them. Then my friend welded it in for me. Not really fixed the right way but it'll keep it from leaking and on the road til I can fix it right. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

03-24-2013, 01:36 PM	#6403
CMH77 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Springfield, IL Posts: 71	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I'm fearing that is what mine is going to look like.

03-24-2013, 02:44 PM	#6404
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Cut out like 1 BaJillion body rivets out of my extra SWB frame and partially reassembled it so it'll remain square. What a PITA, but it'll let me paint every surface when it's time for it. I also built a hidden receiver hitch out of a Dodge Ram hitch I got at the scrap yard for $5. Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

03-24-2013, 02:50 PM	#6405
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today! How do you clean the Chasiss ? However you spell it..I want to clean up my 1959 GMC 100 __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-24-2013, 04:52 PM	#6406
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Hopefully you don't have chrome around your windshield. Cause we are on hour 2 of trying to get my glass and chrome to fit in. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

03-24-2013, 06:38 PM	#6407
buckskins4ever Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Altoona Iowa Posts: 481	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I got the console finished and upholstered. Finished custom building a ultra leather headliner and rebuild the visors in same material. Now just to move Air ride suspension gauges and switches to custom bezel build to go between console and dash. Attached Images

03-24-2013, 06:44 PM	#6408
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Wow thats some nice interior __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-24-2013, 09:02 PM	#6410
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What did you do to your truck today! No work on the '67 today. Had to take the day and replace the radiator in the '92 GMC dually. __________________ '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.

03-24-2013, 10:03 PM	#6413
buckskins4ever Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Altoona Iowa Posts: 481	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Tell me what yall think......This is the new gauge bezel for the RideTec Air gauges and switches. It will be mounted between the dash and new console right under the heater/def control panel. Should I leave it brushed aluminum (as is) or paint it Orange? Attached Images

03-24-2013, 10:08 PM	#6414
woodwright Enjoying left field Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Dillon Montana Posts: 900	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Where did you get the stainless cup holder inserts? __________________ Clint 70 Chevy 4WD "Ultimate Work Truck" SOLD

03-24-2013, 10:14 PM	#6419
Expat_dude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brookhaven, Ms/ Sakhalin Russia Posts: 370	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Steering wheel arrived, will get the half wrap once I pick out the interior color. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy swb, project UGHH! 1987 Grand National http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u.../1970%20Chevy/

03-24-2013, 10:16 PM	#6420
buckskins4ever Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Altoona Iowa Posts: 481	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Sorry guys, hope your necks didnt break looking at the other one Attached Images

03-24-2013, 10:18 PM	#6421
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Wow what exactly is that ? ...Just the Gauges ? __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

03-24-2013, 10:49 PM	#6424
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Awesome man, Seems pretty neat Holy cow I love the Interior __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100



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03-24-2013, 11:22 PM	#6425
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What did you do to your truck today! my vote is to paint the gauge panel to match the console ..

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