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T Smith · 04-11-2013, 09:02 PM

Got dark on me so no pictures but I got my rear sway bar on, man what a difference!

Minesinger · 04-11-2013, 09:04 PM

Finished today!!

Turned out to be a bit bigger job than I originally thought. Really happy with how it turned out.
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Rich 5150 69 · 04-11-2013, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Minesinger

Finished today!!

Turned out to be a bit bigger job than I originally thought. Really happy with how it turned out.
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Looks great, now you don`t want to use it....

Minesinger · 04-11-2013, 09:12 PM

I know. Not sure what to do about that. Might need to buy another truck?
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**jayoldschool** · 04-11-2013, 09:14 PM

Polished or unpolished strips? Where did you buy your parts from?

Rich 5150 69 · 04-11-2013, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Minesinger

I know. Not sure what to do about that. Might need to buy another truck?
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Get yourself a heavy duty rubber mat to throw in the bed when hauling bad stuff..

Minesinger · 04-11-2013, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by jayoldschool

Polished or unpolished strips? Where did you buy your parts from?

They are unpolished. I got the center strips from Classic Parts USA and the bolt kit and corner cover strips for LMC. Shipping was really slow from Classic but they were a lot cheaper for the center strips but more on the corners so I split it up.
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lowslow64 · 04-11-2013, 09:23 PM

After 4 months of body work and paint, it is finally home. Now put it back together

**rideblue00** · 04-11-2013, 09:42 PM

I disassembled and painted my deluxe heater switch setup. I just dremeled the rivet heads off an painted it then drilled and tapped for a 4-40 machine screw right where the rivets were. Be careful not to drill through now! Really easy.

socaljess · 04-11-2013, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by rideblue00

I disassembled and painted my deluxe heater switch setup. I just dremeled the rivet heads off an painted it then drilled and tapped for a 4-40 machine screw right where the rivets were. Be careful not to drill through now! Really easy.

@rideblue heater control turned out sweet did you replace the plastic lens if so what did you use mine is all scratched up

**rideblue00** · 04-12-2013, 05:17 AM

Thanks. Mine looked good so I reused it. I don't know if they are available to buy.
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donthekawguy · 04-12-2013, 04:31 PM

I finally go the old rear end out. I also discovered a lot of shoddy electrical for the tail lights so all of that is coming out. I am having trouble with the trailing arm bolts but soaking them in PB Blaster should work. I also found the rear springs to be cut and not attached to the trailing arms. So now I need springs both rear wiring harnesses and brake parts. Soon as I get the arms off they are going to the powdercoat guy.

hopped up · 04-12-2013, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by lowslow64

After 4 months of body work and paint, it is finally home. Now put it back together

Nice!! This body style def loks good with well placed scallops!!
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Coboyle04 · 04-12-2013, 05:14 PM

installed intercooler lines as well as my new lense covers and e brake cable...project is beginning to move along

gofastnut · 04-12-2013, 05:28 PM

Pulled of the stinkin carb for a rebuild! Cause now that I've got it registered and insured it won't start! GRRRRRR!

gimmy 64 · 04-12-2013, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by lowslow64

After 4 months of body work and paint, it is finally home. Now put it back together

very nice. i like the color and the scallops

SCHRUMGMC · 04-12-2013, 07:07 PM

I like the Paint Job man !!

markeb01 · 04-12-2013, 07:51 PM

Filled the truck with gas this morning and used it to haul a load of metal to the recyclers.

SCHRUMGMC · 04-12-2013, 07:56 PM

Trying to get my truck

robber grin · 04-12-2013, 08:26 PM

I had my rear end handed to me by this transmission tunnel cover today. It's welded up and "patched" but I need to finish outside in better light because of pin holes and a couple of thin spots.

lowslow64 that's some swanky paint - I like it.

Chuck - tail lights are cool too.

Living the dream -
rg

ChrisDollins · 04-12-2013, 10:48 PM

Had a good day with the truck. Pulled it in the shop to change the oil, then tinkered a little afterwards. Fixed the sticky column shifter, and loose column bearing.. (my fault). Truck drives like its new again! Very happy!

Chris
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akaupp · 04-12-2013, 11:23 PM

Today I swapped out the voltage regulator and adjusted the headlights. Hopefully tomorrow morning it will still start...

Trsmotrhed · 04-13-2013, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Coboyle04

installed intercooler lines as well as my new lense covers and e brake cable...project is beginning to move along

Cool diesel in there. What engine and drivetrain?
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tincan1966 · 04-13-2013, 05:20 PM

Installed power steering box on the '65 daily driver. Made my own adapter plate. Just need to get new hoses and connect steering column with new u-joints and shaft. Going to install front drop springs tomorrow.

sixTsix · 04-13-2013, 07:13 PM

after recently finding a major fuel leak,(q-jet dumping fuel from accelerator pump, gaskets ect..) i decided to purchase a new holley 1850 series 600 cfm carb instead of rebuilding it .....the ol q-jet is done .....looks like tomorow ill be having some some fun with the old girl again

04-11-2013, 09:02 PM	#7376
T Smith Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Vicksburg, Mississippi Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got dark on me so no pictures but I got my rear sway bar on, man what a difference!

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Minesinger Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Troy, Ohio Posts: 37	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished today!! Turned out to be a bit bigger job than I originally thought. Really happy with how it turned out. Posted via Mobile Device

04-11-2013, 09:12 PM	#7379
Minesinger Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Troy, Ohio Posts: 37	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I know. Not sure what to do about that. Might need to buy another truck? Posted via Mobile Device

04-11-2013, 09:14 PM	#7380
jayoldschool Moderator Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 2,168	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Polished or unpolished strips? Where did you buy your parts from?

04-11-2013, 09:23 PM	#7383
lowslow64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockwall Texas Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your truck today? After 4 months of body work and paint, it is finally home. Now put it back together Attached Images

04-11-2013, 09:42 PM	#7384
rideblue00 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Lambertville, MI Posts: 1,860	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I disassembled and painted my deluxe heater switch setup. I just dremeled the rivet heads off an painted it then drilled and tapped for a 4-40 machine screw right where the rivets were. Be careful not to drill through now! Really easy. Attached Images

04-12-2013, 05:17 AM	#7386
rideblue00 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Lambertville, MI Posts: 1,860	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Thanks. Mine looked good so I reused it. I don't know if they are available to buy. Posted via Mobile Device

04-12-2013, 04:31 PM	#7387
donthekawguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rathdrum ID Posts: 1,129	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I finally go the old rear end out. I also discovered a lot of shoddy electrical for the tail lights so all of that is coming out. I am having trouble with the trailing arm bolts but soaking them in PB Blaster should work. I also found the rear springs to be cut and not attached to the trailing arms. So now I need springs both rear wiring harnesses and brake parts. Soon as I get the arms off they are going to the powdercoat guy. Attached Images __________________ 66 shorty

04-12-2013, 05:14 PM	#7389
Coboyle04 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portland, or Posts: 387	Re: What did you do to your truck today? installed intercooler lines as well as my new lense covers and e brake cable...project is beginning to move along Attached Images __________________ Chuck

04-12-2013, 05:28 PM	#7390
gofastnut Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Williams, CA Posts: 760	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Pulled of the stinkin carb for a rebuild! Cause now that I've got it registered and insured it won't start! GRRRRRR! __________________ Jeff 96 C3500 Crew Cab Long bed (Waiting on Cool Name) 64 C-10 shortie stepside, "Ole Brownie" C-10 Club My achingly slow build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=508345

04-12-2013, 07:07 PM	#7392
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I like the Paint Job man !! __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

04-12-2013, 07:51 PM	#7393
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Filled the truck with gas this morning and used it to haul a load of metal to the recyclers. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

04-12-2013, 07:56 PM	#7394
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Trying to get my truck __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

04-12-2013, 08:26 PM	#7395
robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I had my rear end handed to me by this transmission tunnel cover today. It's welded up and "patched" but I need to finish outside in better light because of pin holes and a couple of thin spots. lowslow64 that's some swanky paint - I like it. Chuck - tail lights are cool too. Living the dream - rg

04-12-2013, 10:48 PM	#7396
ChrisDollins Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Pocahontas, AR Posts: 554	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Had a good day with the truck. Pulled it in the shop to change the oil, then tinkered a little afterwards. Fixed the sticky column shifter, and loose column bearing.. (my fault). Truck drives like its new again! Very happy! Chris Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=615165 1968 GTO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7650182



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04-12-2013, 11:23 PM	#7397
akaupp Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: West Point, UT Posts: 235	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Today I swapped out the voltage regulator and adjusted the headlights. Hopefully tomorrow morning it will still start... __________________ Aaron 1964 K10 1964 C10 1965 Suburban 2005 Yukon

04-13-2013, 05:20 PM	#7399
tincan1966 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Independence,KS Posts: 1,477	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed power steering box on the '65 daily driver. Made my own adapter plate. Just need to get new hoses and connect steering column with new u-joints and shaft. Going to install front drop springs tomorrow.

04-13-2013, 07:13 PM	#7400
sixTsix Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Conroe/Houston Texas Posts: 121	Re: What did you do to your truck today? after recently finding a major fuel leak,(q-jet dumping fuel from accelerator pump, gaskets ect..) i decided to purchase a new holley 1850 series 600 cfm carb instead of rebuilding it .....the ol q-jet is done .....looks like tomorow ill be having some some fun with the old girl again

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