What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 268 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**special-K** · 04-26-2018, 08:18 AM

Having fun with this new to me old truck cap. I have the tangerine tint on it's way and I also have this 50 state set of travel stickers coming

Artofdeath · 04-26-2018, 04:00 PM

Took advantage of the nice weather today and pulled the bed off the frame. Need to weld new mount perches on then I am going to pressure wash and rust proof the frame. Fun stuff!

Jim Boy · 04-26-2018, 04:15 PM

Rolled the beast out today for the first time this year. The wife came out and said instead of standing there looking at that money pit go to the nurseries and get the trees we need. So first day hauling trees. All men need a truck if they are married!!!!! Have a good one eh!

Metaldoc · 04-26-2018, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Boy

Rolled the beast out today for the first time this year. The wife came out and said instead of standing there looking at that money pit go to the nurseries and get the trees we need. So first day hauling trees. All men need a truck if they are married!!!!! Have a good one eh!

I agree that's why I have 2 trucks one for the winter and one for summer. Got all the pieces cut for the tranny mount with my CNC plasma grinder. I made some cut outs for debris to be washed out.

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-26-2018, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Having fun with this new to me old truck cap. I have the tangerine tint on it's way and I also have this 50 state set of travel stickers coming

That’s going to be awesome. Where did you get the stickers from?

1968 baby blue C10 · 04-26-2018, 06:47 PM

Gave her a wax today. Maybe the first time the truck has ever been waxed haha

iriereggaeman · 04-27-2018, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Boy

Rolled the beast out today for the first time this year. The wife came out and said instead of standing there looking at that money pit go to the nurseries and get the trees we need. So first day hauling trees. All men need a truck if they are married!!!!! Have a good one eh!

That's the quote for the wee! "All men need a truck if they are married!!!!!" Word, brutha.

**ohboy321** · 04-27-2018, 07:47 PM

Today I cleaned up a couple of wheel cylinders using a vintage AAMCO brake honing set I inherited from my Dad.

cornerstone · 04-27-2018, 11:48 PM

Pate swap meet was good to me. New set of wheels and a truckload of other goodies! This guy had the right idea, a MOTORIZED RECLINER!! I MUST make one of these, and of course a trailer to haul parts with for the next swap meet of I’m lucky enough to go. Also don’t forget the sunscreen next year, I’m fairy roasted. Sorry about the last pic, I forgot to tilt my phone what I snapped it and don’t know how to fix it.

**3757chevy** · 04-28-2018, 02:18 AM

That recliner is cool, but I bet it gets hot in the sun.

**3757chevy** · 04-28-2018, 02:26 AM

I put my summer tires on today, 2 at lunch and the other 2 after work. .... Old man fought

them big tires

**Boog** · 04-28-2018, 05:44 AM

turned

197D_C10 · 04-30-2018, 02:20 PM

Installed my new steering wheel and dashpad yesterday. Its slowly coming along.

Dad's72 · 04-30-2018, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 197D_C10

Installed my new steering wheel and dashpad yesterday. Its slowly coming along.

That wheel is awesome. Is it smaller than factory?

197D_C10 · 04-30-2018, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Dad's72

That wheel is awesome. Is it smaller than factory?

Thanks. It is a bit smaller. I think the original wheels were 17" this one is 15".

**Steeveedee** · 04-30-2018, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 197D_C10

Thanks. It is a bit smaller. I think the original wheels were 17" this one is 15".

Is that from LMC? Mine looks just like that.

197D_C10 · 04-30-2018, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

Is that from LMC? Mine looks just like that.

It sure is.

tdangle · 04-30-2018, 08:39 PM

That is the same one I have also. Mine came from Summit

custom10nut · 04-30-2018, 10:44 PM

Put my new "Factory Tach" in that I've had for six months. Next up is rewiring the stereo, new carpet. Then put in the new bed wood and paint.

Andy4639 · 05-01-2018, 07:24 AM

Got the logo painted. Waiting for a few weeks then sand it to match the truck.

**Mts67C10K20** · 05-01-2018, 01:01 PM

Installed my new / old stainless mirrors
Replacing the white ones
Now the trim all matches

**thedudeabides86** · 05-01-2018, 01:38 PM

Working on replacing the dash pad and cleaning up 46 year old dust from the gauge cluster.

Killer Bee · 05-01-2018, 03:48 PM

my 71 K20 Burb has factory sport mirrors, no other holes found in the door..

right side mirror head was broke off when I bought it and it's a little tough parking squarely on the curb without it..

so I bought the LMC pair with built in fisheyes, cool right?

so after drilling screws to remove the door panel [saved every thread in the door btw

]

chasing threads and lubing everything, I installed the mirror with three arms, yep, that's about how it went..

and now I can't see a damn thing next to the truck with it, from the driver's seat anyways

mirror head binds into the arm no matter which way I turn it

well, it is a 'passenger' mirror so I guess it's for passengers to see behind the truck

useless as a screen door on a submarine..

door and window hardware however are all working smoothly now

**thedudeabides86** · 05-01-2018, 04:13 PM

[QUOTE=Killer Bee;8252163]

my 71 K20 Burb has factory sport mirrors, no other holes found in the door right side mirror head was broke off when I bought it and it's a little tough parking squarely on the curb without it so I bought the LMC pair with built in fisheyes, cool right?so after drilling screws to remove the door panel [saved every thread in the door btw

] chasing threads and lubing everything, I installed the mirror with three arms, yep, that's about how it went and now I can't see a damn thing next to the truck with it, from the driver's seat anyways

mirror head binds into the arm no matter which way I turn it

well, it is a 'passenger' mirror so I guess it's for passengers to see behind the truck

useless as a screen door on a submarine door and window hardware however are all working smoothly now

I discovered this issue with my '72 C20 and it drives me nuts.

I just have gotten used to turning around and craning my neck to look out the rear window when I'm backing or when I changes lanes now.

greentruck · 05-01-2018, 05:42 PM

Greentruck got a new pair of shoes today. BF Goodrich all-terrain KO2 33x12.5 on Kelsey Hayes 15x8 wheels.

04-26-2018, 08:18 AM	#6676
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Having fun with this new to me old truck cap. I have the tangerine tint on it's way and I also have this 50 state set of travel stickers coming Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-26-2018, 04:00 PM	#6677
Artofdeath Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Sandusky, Ohio USA Posts: 104	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Took advantage of the nice weather today and pulled the bed off the frame. Need to weld new mount perches on then I am going to pressure wash and rust proof the frame. Fun stuff! Attached Images

04-26-2018, 04:15 PM	#6678
Jim Boy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Wasaga Beach Ontario Canada Posts: 208	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Rolled the beast out today for the first time this year. The wife came out and said instead of standing there looking at that money pit go to the nurseries and get the trees we need. So first day hauling trees. All men need a truck if they are married!!!!! Have a good one eh!

04-26-2018, 06:47 PM	#6681
1968 baby blue C10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Ravenswood, West Virginia Posts: 239	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Gave her a wax today. Maybe the first time the truck has ever been waxed haha Attached Images __________________ 68 C10 long-fleet, Long and low is the way to go. factory: 307 sbc, SM465 4-speed, 12 bolt 4.11 rear end. 75,000 original miles. Build:Ole Blue Millennial and can drive stick. "Too many people have opinions on things they know nothing about. And the more ignorant they are, the more opinions they have." -Thomas Hildern

04-27-2018, 07:47 PM	#6683
ohboy321 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Dunbarton, NH Posts: 284	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Today I cleaned up a couple of wheel cylinders using a vintage AAMCO brake honing set I inherited from my Dad. Attached Images

04-27-2018, 11:48 PM	#6684
cornerstone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Azle,Texas Posts: 2,248	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Pate swap meet was good to me. New set of wheels and a truckload of other goodies! This guy had the right idea, a MOTORIZED RECLINER!! I MUST make one of these, and of course a trailer to haul parts with for the next swap meet of I’m lucky enough to go. Also don’t forget the sunscreen next year, I’m fairy roasted. Sorry about the last pic, I forgot to tilt my phone what I snapped it and don’t know how to fix it. Attached Images

04-28-2018, 02:18 AM	#6685
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,060	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II That recliner is cool, but I bet it gets hot in the sun. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

04-28-2018, 02:26 AM	#6686
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,060	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I put my summer tires on today, 2 at lunch and the other 2 after work. .... Old man fought them big tires Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

04-28-2018, 05:44 AM	#6687
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II turned Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

04-30-2018, 02:20 PM	#6688
197D_C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 45	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed my new steering wheel and dashpad yesterday. Its slowly coming along. Attached Images

04-30-2018, 08:39 PM	#6693
tdangle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II That is the same one I have also. Mine came from Summit __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

04-30-2018, 10:44 PM	#6694
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,887	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Put my new "Factory Tach" in that I've had for six months. Next up is rewiring the stereo, new carpet. Then put in the new bed wood and paint.

05-01-2018, 07:24 AM	#6695
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Got the logo painted. Waiting for a few weeks then sand it to match the truck. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-01-2018, 01:01 PM	#6696
Mts67C10K20 Senior Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Dowagiac Michigan Posts: 202	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed my new / old stainless mirrors Replacing the white ones Now the trim all matches Attached Images

05-01-2018, 01:38 PM	#6697
thedudeabides86 Active Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Albertville, MN Posts: 198	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Working on replacing the dash pad and cleaning up 46 year old dust from the gauge cluster. Attached Images __________________ The Dude abides.



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05-01-2018, 03:48 PM	#6698
Killer Bee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Barber City, CA Posts: 4,809	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II my 71 K20 Burb has factory sport mirrors, no other holes found in the door.. right side mirror head was broke off when I bought it and it's a little tough parking squarely on the curb without it.. so I bought the LMC pair with built in fisheyes, cool right? so after drilling screws to remove the door panel [saved every thread in the door btw ] chasing threads and lubing everything, I installed the mirror with three arms, yep, that's about how it went.. and now I can't see a damn thing next to the truck with it, from the driver's seat anyways mirror head binds into the arm no matter which way I turn it well, it is a 'passenger' mirror so I guess it's for passengers to see behind the truck useless as a screen door on a submarine.. door and window hardware however are all working smoothly now __________________ *I started out with nothing - and I still have most of it*

05-01-2018, 04:13 PM	#6699
thedudeabides86 Active Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Albertville, MN Posts: 198	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II [QUOTE=Killer Bee;8252163] my 71 K20 Burb has factory sport mirrors, no other holes found in the door right side mirror head was broke off when I bought it and it's a little tough parking squarely on the curb without it so I bought the LMC pair with built in fisheyes, cool right?so after drilling screws to remove the door panel [saved every thread in the door btw ] chasing threads and lubing everything, I installed the mirror with three arms, yep, that's about how it went and now I can't see a damn thing next to the truck with it, from the driver's seat anyways mirror head binds into the arm no matter which way I turn it well, it is a 'passenger' mirror so I guess it's for passengers to see behind the truck useless as a screen door on a submarine door and window hardware however are all working smoothly now I discovered this issue with my '72 C20 and it drives me nuts. I just have gotten used to turning around and craning my neck to look out the rear window when I'm backing or when I changes lanes now. __________________ The Dude abides.

05-01-2018, 05:42 PM	#6700
greentruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ormond Beach, FL Posts: 208	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Greentruck got a new pair of shoes today. BF Goodrich all-terrain KO2 33x12.5 on Kelsey Hayes 15x8 wheels. Attached Images __________________ For some people driving is one long series of corrections...

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