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Alan's Classic · 11-13-2007, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

I would cover up the insulation with something just screwed on that you can remove later, just so you are not breathing that stuff all the time.. I like the shop too.

I thought about doing that or putting plastic over it. I don't get alot of time so the time I do get is spent on cars. I've been workiing on the 55 and now I'm trying to get my Miata painted. I might post a before and after pic of the miata even if it's not a GM product, I know how ya'll like pics.

bigblock63 · 11-15-2007, 09:55 PM

I'm restoring a '63(frame off) does anyone know where i can find a diagram of how the cab to frame mount kit all goes together. It's been a while since I took the cab off and don't remember how all the bushings and bolts go. Thanks, Alan

David Flores · 11-15-2007, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblock63

I'm restoring a '63(frame off) does anyone know where i can find a diagram of how the cab to frame mount kit all goes together. It's been a while since I took the cab off and don't remember how all the bushings and bolts go. Thanks, Alan

I can scan the diagram that I got with my kit.
It would be tomorrow though, because it's at the shop.

Alan's Classic · 11-26-2007, 09:21 AM

I haven't got anything done to the trucks for awhile. I 've been working on a Miata. I'm almost done with it. I need something that is better on gas. Maybe I can get back on the trucks soon.

Rokcrln · 11-26-2007, 09:51 AM

Nice job on the Mazda. I would love to get my hands on a 55 that nice then drop it with some bigger rims and engine swap and drive it. Leave the body just like it is. Also looks to be a great start on the 65. I am headed out today to pick up a 63 SWB GMC that I picked up last week for a steel so I will be watching your build from time to time. Keep it up. Also you seem alot like me! I have 6 project vhehicals right now in different stages, a 1140sq shop that is getting a second floor added this summer, a 1880's hose that I am rebuilding, 4 1/2 month old son and I am still bringing home more projects! My wife must be a saint is all I can say.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Alan's Classic · 02-26-2008, 08:03 AM

I've got a dilemma. I've got to many projects and there is no room in the shop. I'm thinking about selling my whole 65 project or part it out. It would free up alot of space. I haven't worked on the 65 since my last post. At this rate it will take 20+ years to complete. Don't ask me why but I got hooked on the miata. I've got 3 1/2 of them now and might get another in a couple of weeks. I want to build a turbo miata and a monster miata with a V8. Have I completely lost my mind?

kissingbug1978 · 02-26-2008, 09:06 AM

yes! LOL

joe231 · 02-26-2008, 09:24 AM

what engine is that in the '55? The '64 I just bought had one identical to it transplanted into it.

Alan's Classic · 02-27-2008, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by joe231

what engine is that in the '55? The '64 I just bought had one identical to it transplanted into it.

The 55 has a 6 cyl in it.

joe231 · 02-27-2008, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

The 55 has a 6 cyl in it.

Can I call you captain obvious?

I realize it is a 6 but, which 6 cylinder is it?
what is the cubic inches of it?

**ChiefRocka** · 02-27-2008, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

I've got a dilemma. I've got to many projects and there is no room in the shop. I'm thinking about selling my whole 65 project or part it out. It would free up alot of space. I haven't worked on the 65 since my last post. At this rate it will take 20+ years to complete. Don't ask me why but I got hooked on the miata. I've got 3 1/2 of them now and might get another in a couple of weeks. I want to build a turbo miata and a monster miata with a V8. Have I completely lost my mind?

So you are giving up on the 65 ?? Looks like you were making great progress on it.

We had a couple of LS powered Miata's here in town....They were mostly used for the competition 'drifting'. The local speed shop is curently building another one, with an LS7 I believe.

I would keep them all...and plan your work schedule so you can work on each one a little.

It's up to you man....So what Miata forum you on ??

jchav62 · 02-27-2008, 09:57 PM

Have I completely lost my mind?[/QUOTE]

Selling the 65 to work on a MIATA!?!?!?!

Yes, you have completely lost your mind...

Whatever floats you boat, man...

283 Man · 02-27-2008, 10:12 PM

You probably have lost you mind

,say you do get ride of your 65 you will wish later that you havnt got rid of it

.

Alan's Classic · 02-28-2008, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

Can I call you captain obvious?

I realize it is a 6 but, which 6 cylinder is it?
what is the cubic inches of it?

I honestly don't know the size of it. I have not looked into it. I bought it put brakes on it and parked it.

Alan's Classic · 02-28-2008, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

It's up to you man....So what Miata forum you on ??

I've been on miata.net and I'm a member of a local club.

Alan's Classic · 02-28-2008, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by 283 Man

You probably have lost you mind

,say you do get ride of your 65 you will wish later that you havnt got rid of it

.

Your right I might regret it later. I just dont have the room. Plus I want to work on other peoples trucks or cars to make some money. That's the main reason I built the shop. But, my projects have over taken. I'm not going to make a hasty decision yet.

283 Man · 02-28-2008, 06:15 AM

1960-1966 model chevy/gmc trucks are getting very hard to find now days,Ive had mine for 19 years my Dad gave to me years back Ill never get rid it!!! My Son will get it if anything happens to me.

joe231 · 02-28-2008, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

I honestly don't know the size of it. I have not looked into it. I bought it put brakes on it and parked it.

cool, thanks anyway
I will have to run the numbers when I get them.

Alan's Classic · 05-20-2008, 03:30 AM

I'm Back

I listened to you suggestions and decided to keep all of my projects. I've gotten back on my 65 and made a little progress. I bought 2 Good mark doors last year thinking I'm going to use them. My plans have changed. I'm going to get patch panels for the bottoms of the doors and sell my Goodmark doors after I get my OE doors repaired.

I got my cab corner done and all of the rest is tacked except for the outer rocker. I hung the door to check fitment. I ran out of gas for the welder so it put a halt to more progress for now.

Glad to be back, I missed all of the progress and build stories here.

AllenKarber · 05-20-2008, 06:13 AM

I would've driven that truck like it was!

joe231 · 05-20-2008, 06:16 AM

welcome Back
Now get off the computer and get back to work on that body

aggie91 · 05-20-2008, 06:47 PM

Nice work so far on the build. Couple of questions..

How big is your shop, w x d x eve hgt?? My plan is to start one this fall...

Why are you not going to use the Goodmark Doors?

Alan's Classic · 05-21-2008, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

Nice work so far on the build. Couple of questions..

How big is your shop, w x d x eve hgt?? My plan is to start one this fall...

Why are you not going to use the Goodmark Doors?

My shop is 30X30X12

The Goodmark door fit the hole really well. It would be cheaper for me to repair the doors that came off of the truck. That way I would have some extra cash for more goodies.

Alan's Classic · 06-02-2008, 10:18 PM

Ive got the passenger side pretty much buttoned up. I've moved on to the driver side. I've been doing body work for almost 12 years and OEM panels are so much easier. There's alot of head scratching, trying to figure out the best way to get these panels in. The driver side was stamped 1/2" off. You can see how I cut around the cab mount to get the floor lined up with the A post and inner rocker. The curve of the floor did not match the curve of the floor support. I had to cut relief cuts to get it to lay down.

jonzcustomshop · 06-03-2008, 08:29 AM

awesome that you are back!
somtimes those repro parts are tough to deal with.

11-15-2007, 09:55 PM	#52
bigblock63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: JONESBORO,GA Posts: 16	Re: My 1965 build thread I'm restoring a '63(frame off) does anyone know where i can find a diagram of how the cab to frame mount kit all goes together. It's been a while since I took the cab off and don't remember how all the bushings and bolts go. Thanks, Alan

11-26-2007, 09:21 AM	#54
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: My 1965 build thread I haven't got anything done to the trucks for awhile. I 've been working on a Miata. I'm almost done with it. I need something that is better on gas. Maybe I can get back on the trucks soon. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

11-26-2007, 09:51 AM	#55
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: My 1965 build thread Nice job on the Mazda. I would love to get my hands on a 55 that nice then drop it with some bigger rims and engine swap and drive it. Leave the body just like it is. Also looks to be a great start on the 65. I am headed out today to pick up a 63 SWB GMC that I picked up last week for a steel so I will be watching your build from time to time. Keep it up. Also you seem alot like me! I have 6 project vhehicals right now in different stages, a 1140sq shop that is getting a second floor added this summer, a 1880's hose that I am rebuilding, 4 1/2 month old son and I am still bringing home more projects! My wife must be a saint is all I can say. Kevin LFD Inc.

02-26-2008, 08:03 AM	#56
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: My 1965 build thread I've got a dilemma. I've got to many projects and there is no room in the shop. I'm thinking about selling my whole 65 project or part it out. It would free up alot of space. I haven't worked on the 65 since my last post. At this rate it will take 20+ years to complete. Don't ask me why but I got hooked on the miata. I've got 3 1/2 of them now and might get another in a couple of weeks. I want to build a turbo miata and a monster miata with a V8. Have I completely lost my mind? __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

02-26-2008, 09:06 AM	#57
kissingbug1978 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: San Antonio,Tx Posts: 83	Re: My 1965 build thread yes! LOL

02-26-2008, 09:24 AM	#58
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: My 1965 build thread what engine is that in the '55? The '64 I just bought had one identical to it transplanted into it. __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

02-27-2008, 09:57 PM	#62
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: My 1965 build thread Have I completely lost my mind?[/QUOTE] Selling the 65 to work on a MIATA!?!?!?! Yes, you have completely lost your mind... Whatever floats you boat, man... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

02-27-2008, 10:12 PM	#63
283 Man Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Jane,Missouri Posts: 844	Re: My 1965 build thread You probably have lost you mind,say you do get ride of your 65 you will wish later that you havnt got rid of it.

02-28-2008, 06:15 AM	#67
283 Man Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Jane,Missouri Posts: 844	Re: My 1965 build thread 1960-1966 model chevy/gmc trucks are getting very hard to find now days,Ive had mine for 19 years my Dad gave to me years back Ill never get rid it!!! My Son will get it if anything happens to me. Last edited by 283 Man; 02-28-2008 at 06:16 AM.

05-20-2008, 03:30 AM	#69
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: My 1965 build thread I'm Back I listened to you suggestions and decided to keep all of my projects. I've gotten back on my 65 and made a little progress. I bought 2 Good mark doors last year thinking I'm going to use them. My plans have changed. I'm going to get patch panels for the bottoms of the doors and sell my Goodmark doors after I get my OE doors repaired. I got my cab corner done and all of the rest is tacked except for the outer rocker. I hung the door to check fitment. I ran out of gas for the welder so it put a halt to more progress for now. Glad to be back, I missed all of the progress and build stories here. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

05-20-2008, 06:13 AM	#70
AllenKarber Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Arkadelphia,Arkansas Posts: 199	Re: My 1965 build thread I would've driven that truck like it was!

05-20-2008, 06:16 AM	#71
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: My 1965 build thread welcome Back Now get off the computer and get back to work on that body __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

05-20-2008, 06:47 PM	#72
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: My 1965 build thread Nice work so far on the build. Couple of questions.. How big is your shop, w x d x eve hgt?? My plan is to start one this fall... Why are you not going to use the Goodmark Doors? __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

06-02-2008, 10:18 PM	#74
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: My 1965 build thread Ive got the passenger side pretty much buttoned up. I've moved on to the driver side. I've been doing body work for almost 12 years and OEM panels are so much easier. There's alot of head scratching, trying to figure out the best way to get these panels in. The driver side was stamped 1/2" off. You can see how I cut around the cab mount to get the floor lined up with the A post and inner rocker. The curve of the floor did not match the curve of the floor support. I had to cut relief cuts to get it to lay down. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

06-03-2008, 08:29 AM	#75
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: My 1965 build thread awesome that you are back! somtimes those repro parts are tough to deal with.



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