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*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:25 PM

Lets try this again, Bed fully painted and lined...

*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:32 PM

Rear Brake kit

*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:36 PM

Front Clip removal

*lghtng2* · 04-23-2009, 02:15 PM

Last order of parts, at least this year (excl. tires that'll be a little later) But other than that everything is going into full swing, First objective get the bed and cab off the frame... hopefully get that done in the next 2 weeks/

*lghtng2* · 09-07-2009, 02:50 AM

Wanted- Someone to help work on my truck
So ya its been awhile since I've touched my 72' project and alot of things have happened since I've touched it last. Long story short I work weekend shift and none of my friends are available to help work on it. I am looking for someone in Central IL area to help my work on this in their free time through the week Mon-thurs. Preferably some one with welding experience, tubing (need to run fuel lines), and overall modification. There really isn't much left but I can't bring myself to do it on my own I get bored very easily and need someone else with me to just chat and drink a few beers. Please e-mail me at lghtng2@yahoo.com if you are interested.
-Jon

**71blksuper4x4** · 09-08-2009, 05:57 PM

Nice truck, it appears your truck is sitting on a 73-87 style long bed frame. I can tell from the furthest rear crossmember with the holes. Just thought I would tell you if you ever need to order suspension components and such. Sorry, can't help you out with the labor. Trevor

*lghtng2* · 05-05-2010, 11:15 PM

For SALE as is 90% Restored Lost interest all the parts are there $10,000 takes it home today! 309-370-6793

*lghtng2* · 07-29-2010, 06:00 PM

Well I finally bit the bullet and got a loan, Big Red just got some funds! Starting on it right away frame blasted and powder-coated or painted, fuel lines, brake, cab work, 2 new doors, ect ect ect.... UPDATES* Coming SOON!!!

70stroker · 07-30-2010, 02:31 PM

looking forward to watching this progress man.

*lghtng2* · 07-31-2010, 01:33 AM

okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab.
Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

Davetopay · 07-31-2010, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lghtng2

okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab.
Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

Glad to hear you didn't sell it. You would kick yourself if you left your vision inrealized.

67mater · 08-06-2010, 12:39 PM

welcome from Peoria! I'll be keeping my eye out for your truck!!

*lghtng2* · 09-07-2010, 10:02 PM

Ok almost got the engine out, finding friends that are willing to help is impossible so its moving slow just by myself. The good news is I finally got ahold of the painter and plan on buying the parts this week.
The end goal is to have it on the road by October~

67mater · 09-07-2010, 10:05 PM

I'm in peoria if u need help. Keep it up!
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*lghtng2* · 09-08-2010, 04:15 AM

I will definitely keep that in mind, looking at your build now. I'm thinking about replacing the entire floor board so looking at threads on the process.

67mater · 09-08-2010, 05:54 AM

I read back through your build and remember seeing it listed for sale. Its a solid truck, get it finished!! I saw You need help during the week, so let me know. What is the current status? Are u puling the engine? Frame off to blaster yet? You have the same axles as I do
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*lghtng2* · 09-22-2010, 11:49 PM

Sorry its taking so long to reply and pics and vids are coming I promise. Its finally happening all the parts are in the painter is ready the truck is going to be delivered to the paint and body shop this weekend for the extensive overhaul on the cab that is much needed. The engine is out the pictures will tell about half the story planning to youtube the video of how bad it really was but its out with minimal scratches. What’s all happening to the cab? Everything, as with all restorations my favorite saying is "oh the treasures you will find... and spend!" apparently the previous owner thought tiger hair was a good way to repair holes. Needless to say the cab has holes around the window, the floor has been patched to oblivion so I have decided to replace it all together. From what I can tell before sandblast the toe board is good, the roof is good, the floor is acceptable but has several patches and supports rusting out all around, and the rear of the cab looks interesting cab corners will be replaced maybe more

All in all very excited to see it going to paint and body but nervous the piggy bank is gonna get hit hard on this one. Like I said before pics and vids are coming hopefully have some up tomorrow. Along with some video of trailoring her off on Sat.
New finish goal is November 3rd, my birthday!

*lghtng2* · 09-27-2010, 01:05 AM

UPDATE* Truck has been delivered to paint and body after a 30minute discussion the frame or chassis is actually from a 76' so now I am in need of a 67-72 long bed frame. For some reason I cannot post pics? I will have to try another time...

Rollinsqrbdy · 09-29-2010, 11:50 PM

Wow your truck is so beautiful. So you got a 9'lift rite? What size rims and tires are those i like em. again beautiful truck.

*lghtng2* · 09-30-2010, 03:08 AM

yup 9" lift with 36in tires I need to measure the rims again I want to say 16" but I could be wrong. Good news found 3 possible donors the deal is going down this weekend w.e. happens will forever decide the fate of this truck either 4x4 lifted or low and street rod
I will be fine with w.e. happens so long as it doesn't hit the pocket book too much

*lghtng2* · 10-05-2010, 03:56 AM

Donor Truck 67' 2wd coil over 1/2 ton ... picking it up tom may or may not do the 4x4 conversion need help if anyone has done this before please let me know

estig70 · 10-05-2010, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lghtng2

Donor Truck 67' 2wd coil over 1/2 ton ... picking it up tom may or may not do the 4x4 conversion need help if anyone has done this before please let me know

Nice find!

I say leave the 4x4 the way it is and slap some wheels on the 67, leave the patina and roll. Pretty straight truck from the passenger side.

Good luck,

Eric

*lghtng2* · 10-13-2010, 03:23 AM

So alot has happened, ended up buying a camper special frame to do the fbg52 from diy4x.com
( http://diy4x.com/cart/index.php?rout...product_id=122) front swap to make a 4x4 frame. Waiting on them to fabricate and send out, the donor truck is stripped down will be making a list of the goodies for sale later on. The cab is junk pics will show just how bad it really is.
When I removed the gas tank the whole entire driver side of the cab dropped about an inch and a half!!! Anyways lots of pics coming I promise may end up just making a website to host them all. All that said needing some good pics of factory 4x4 frames to get an idea of what needs to move.

*lghtng2* · 10-13-2010, 03:39 AM

donor

barry h. · 10-21-2010, 03:08 PM

I like that cluster,where you find it.

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04-09-2009, 12:25 PM	#1
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Lets try this again, Bed fully painted and lined... Attached Images

04-09-2009, 12:32 PM	#2
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Rear Brake kit Attached Images

04-09-2009, 12:36 PM	#3
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Front Clip removal Attached Images

04-23-2009, 02:15 PM	#4
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Last order of parts, at least this year (excl. tires that'll be a little later) But other than that everything is going into full swing, First objective get the bed and cab off the frame... hopefully get that done in the next 2 weeks/

09-07-2009, 02:50 AM	#5
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Wanted- Someone to help work on my truck So ya its been awhile since I've touched my 72' project and alot of things have happened since I've touched it last. Long story short I work weekend shift and none of my friends are available to help work on it. I am looking for someone in Central IL area to help my work on this in their free time through the week Mon-thurs. Preferably some one with welding experience, tubing (need to run fuel lines), and overall modification. There really isn't much left but I can't bring myself to do it on my own I get bored very easily and need someone else with me to just chat and drink a few beers. Please e-mail me at lghtng2@yahoo.com if you are interested. -Jon

09-08-2009, 05:57 PM	#6
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,155	Re: Doug's Dream Nice truck, it appears your truck is sitting on a 73-87 style long bed frame. I can tell from the furthest rear crossmember with the holes. Just thought I would tell you if you ever need to order suspension components and such. Sorry, can't help you out with the labor. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

05-05-2010, 11:15 PM	#7
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream For SALE as is 90% Restored Lost interest all the parts are there $10,000 takes it home today! 309-370-6793

07-29-2010, 06:00 PM	#8
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Well I finally bit the bullet and got a loan, Big Red just got some funds! Starting on it right away frame blasted and powder-coated or painted, fuel lines, brake, cab work, 2 new doors, ect ect ect.... UPDATES* Coming SOON!!!

07-30-2010, 02:31 PM	#9
70stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pittsburg kansas Posts: 894	Re: Doug's Dream looking forward to watching this progress man. __________________ 70 GMC build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613130

07-31-2010, 01:33 AM	#10
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab. Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

08-06-2010, 12:39 PM	#12
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Doug's Dream welcome from Peoria! I'll be keeping my eye out for your truck!! __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

09-07-2010, 10:02 PM	#13
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Ok almost got the engine out, finding friends that are willing to help is impossible so its moving slow just by myself. The good news is I finally got ahold of the painter and plan on buying the parts this week. The end goal is to have it on the road by October~

09-07-2010, 10:05 PM	#14
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Doug's Dream I'm in peoria if u need help. Keep it up! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

09-08-2010, 04:15 AM	#15
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream I will definitely keep that in mind, looking at your build now. I'm thinking about replacing the entire floor board so looking at threads on the process.



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09-08-2010, 05:54 AM	#16
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Doug's Dream I read back through your build and remember seeing it listed for sale. Its a solid truck, get it finished!! I saw You need help during the week, so let me know. What is the current status? Are u puling the engine? Frame off to blaster yet? You have the same axles as I do Posted via Mobile Device __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

09-22-2010, 11:49 PM	#17
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Sorry its taking so long to reply and pics and vids are coming I promise. Its finally happening all the parts are in the painter is ready the truck is going to be delivered to the paint and body shop this weekend for the extensive overhaul on the cab that is much needed. The engine is out the pictures will tell about half the story planning to youtube the video of how bad it really was but its out with minimal scratches. What’s all happening to the cab? Everything, as with all restorations my favorite saying is "oh the treasures you will find... and spend!" apparently the previous owner thought tiger hair was a good way to repair holes. Needless to say the cab has holes around the window, the floor has been patched to oblivion so I have decided to replace it all together. From what I can tell before sandblast the toe board is good, the roof is good, the floor is acceptable but has several patches and supports rusting out all around, and the rear of the cab looks interesting cab corners will be replaced maybe more All in all very excited to see it going to paint and body but nervous the piggy bank is gonna get hit hard on this one. Like I said before pics and vids are coming hopefully have some up tomorrow. Along with some video of trailoring her off on Sat. New finish goal is November 3rd, my birthday! Last edited by lghtng2; 09-22-2010 at 11:51 PM.

09-27-2010, 01:05 AM	#18
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream UPDATE* Truck has been delivered to paint and body after a 30minute discussion the frame or chassis is actually from a 76' so now I am in need of a 67-72 long bed frame. For some reason I cannot post pics? I will have to try another time...

09-29-2010, 11:50 PM	#19
Rollinsqrbdy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dexter, N.M. Posts: 1,082	Re: Doug's Dream Wow your truck is so beautiful. So you got a 9'lift rite? What size rims and tires are those i like em. again beautiful truck. __________________ Its Kool to be a square 2013 Chevy Silverado Z71 w/ 7" lift and 35" Nitto's 1985 C-10 ......My dream truck (under construction) 1984 k 10 Silverado...6" lift with 38.5 super swampers New Mexico Member --- Member of the Square Body Club---

09-30-2010, 03:08 AM	#20
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream yup 9" lift with 36in tires I need to measure the rims again I want to say 16" but I could be wrong. Good news found 3 possible donors the deal is going down this weekend w.e. happens will forever decide the fate of this truck either 4x4 lifted or low and street rod I will be fine with w.e. happens so long as it doesn't hit the pocket book too much

10-05-2010, 03:56 AM	#21
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Donor Truck 67' 2wd coil over 1/2 ton ... picking it up tom may or may not do the 4x4 conversion need help if anyone has done this before please let me know Attached Images

10-13-2010, 03:23 AM	#23
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream So alot has happened, ended up buying a camper special frame to do the fbg52 from diy4x.com ( http://diy4x.com/cart/index.php?rout...product_id=122) front swap to make a 4x4 frame. Waiting on them to fabricate and send out, the donor truck is stripped down will be making a list of the goodies for sale later on. The cab is junk pics will show just how bad it really is. When I removed the gas tank the whole entire driver side of the cab dropped about an inch and a half!!! Anyways lots of pics coming I promise may end up just making a website to host them all. All that said needing some good pics of factory 4x4 frames to get an idea of what needs to move. Last edited by lghtng2; 10-13-2010 at 03:56 AM.

10-13-2010, 03:39 AM	#24
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream donor Attached Images

10-21-2010, 03:08 PM	#25
barry h. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Arlington,Tx Posts: 103	Re: Doug's Dream I like that cluster,where you find it.

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