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Expat_dude · 07-27-2013, 07:58 PM

Weather stripping going on

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Shyguy · 07-27-2013, 09:31 PM

I took my '67 swb stepper for a drive, then decided it needed to be washed.

SuperC10Tex · 07-27-2013, 10:21 PM

I have started the "tear down" on the 70' for paint. Here is a picture of where I am....was a complete truck this morning. Hope to have hood, fenders, doors, and cowl to the painter in the next couple of weeks. Putting in a new Radiator support next week..Happy, Happy,...Happy!!

VWNate1 · 07-28-2013, 08:56 AM

Walked out to it @ 04:30 and lit it off , drove it to the Coffee House where I'm reading this .

I *may* have found a good '69 cab out of state , we'll see .

I'm quite sure there's plenty of decent cabs here in California but I can't seem to find any

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God , I love this old Base Model Truck !

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wreckthosecars · 07-28-2013, 10:23 AM

I'm prepping new parts for install.

Expat_dude · 07-28-2013, 12:04 PM

Door panels going on

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swamp rat · 07-28-2013, 12:28 PM

Yesterday, cleaned under the cowl and in the vent area, pulled the dash and installed a new bezel and pulled the dead am/fm cassett player, installed new water pump and thermostat.

In The Ten Ring · 07-28-2013, 07:05 PM

I got a little closer today.

Tightened up the oil drain bolt as I had a very slight leak. I removed all of the rubber hose connections on the fuel line and all but two connections on the charcaol vent line. I loosened the metal fuel line between the fuel pump and the carb. I also picked up my new fuel pump.
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Saclandman · 07-28-2013, 08:36 PM

Found a full set of 8 lug steelies with tires for 50 bucks. Brought em home and cleaned them up. Maybe I'll throw them on tomorrow to replace to split wheels I have now.
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jonny..2008 · 07-28-2013, 08:57 PM

9 months and $125 later i finally got to further improve the user interface.
also finally got the original fuel tank out of the cab.
next step is welding in the delete plug.

jc70chevy · 07-28-2013, 09:33 PM

I flipped my trailing arm crossmember. And welded my my trailing arms

swamp rat · 07-29-2013, 01:50 AM

Scrapped out the seam sealer under the cowl on both sides just below the window, cleaned it up as good as possible, treated it with a rust converter, then re sealed them.

Expat_dude · 07-29-2013, 09:46 PM

Off for final exhaust work

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In The Ten Ring · 07-29-2013, 10:13 PM

No "work" today but I feel I made good progress. I asked a garage about replacing the cab mount bushings and it seems to be something I can indeed do myself assuming I can get the bolts out.

Another garage will clean out the gas tank for $50.00 but the man had his doubts as to whether or not I'll end up having to get a new tank. If I do, I just do. He can also clean the radiator but according to my description, he's pretty sure the radiator is beyond repair.

If my sending unit removal tool comes tomorrow I'll get that out and run the tank over for cleaning.

jonny..2008 · 07-29-2013, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shyguy

I took my '67 swb stepper for a drive, then decided it needed to be washed.

I like your truck.
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Toxic Orange · 07-29-2013, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Expat_dude

Door panels going on

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Just checked out your build pictures. A lot of hard work and it looks great... Go Orange!

VWNate1 · 07-29-2013, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swamp rat

Scrapped out the seam sealer under the cowl on both sides just below the window, cleaned it up as good as possible, treated it with a rust converter, then re sealed them.

This seems to be a common thread , pictures would be really helpful .

mud.man.rj · 07-29-2013, 11:41 PM

Bought some very nice grey leather second row Suburban seats today for my truck, will post pic's when I install, of course may be a few days as everyone elses stuff gets in the road...but pays for my parts.

dakattack7 · 07-30-2013, 05:34 PM

Spent 550 dollars made from arizona summer roof work on her! Time to get this a/c fixed! (Parallel flow condenser, a poa valve update, and a fan shroud)

In The Ten Ring · 07-30-2013, 06:39 PM

I ordered a cab to frame mounting kit from Classic Heartbeat and found out A LOT of straightforward info from the owner, Wes.

UNEASYRIDER · 07-30-2013, 08:35 PM

Katrina/10 · 07-30-2013, 08:46 PM

What did he tell you?

In The Ten Ring · 07-31-2013, 07:30 PM

I took my gas tank over to a radiator shop and found out is was rusty! It's only surface rust and the guy is going to sandblast the inside, then use "renue" to fix it up. He's confident it will be right. Price is less than buying an aftermarket one.

I also removed my cab's floor rubber and found out that the front cab to frame bolts are welded in at the top. Dang. Now I'll have to figure that one out.

Prematuregrey · 07-31-2013, 09:03 PM

Put new Billies on it and got rid of the dual rancho redneck setup it had. All 8 shocks were trashed and I've never liked duals unless it's for desert racing and you actually need them.

Also posted the truck up on Craigslist to feel for bites and maybe trade for something more practical for my needs. Not going to post the ad here due to me not knowing the rules around here but it can be found in Austin CL. Not pushing to sell it either so I placed a pretty high price on him.

bobbydigital · 07-31-2013, 09:10 PM

had to do some emergency roadside repairs due to a clogged fuel filter. Its nice to think on my feet every now and again.

07-27-2013, 07:58 PM	#7526
Expat_dude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brookhaven, Ms/ Sakhalin Russia Posts: 370	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Weather stripping going on Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy swb, project UGHH! 1987 Grand National http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u.../1970%20Chevy/

07-27-2013, 09:31 PM	#7527
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I took my '67 swb stepper for a drive, then decided it needed to be washed. Attached Images __________________ '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.

07-27-2013, 10:21 PM	#7528
SuperC10Tex Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I have started the "tear down" on the 70' for paint. Here is a picture of where I am....was a complete truck this morning. Hope to have hood, fenders, doors, and cowl to the painter in the next couple of weeks. Putting in a new Radiator support next week..Happy, Happy,...Happy!! __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande CST SWB Fleetside "Texas Touch" "An intellectual is a man who takes more words than necessary to tell more than he knows"

07-28-2013, 08:56 AM	#7529
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,656	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Walked out to it @ 04:30 and lit it off , drove it to the Coffee House where I'm reading this . I may have found a good '69 cab out of state , we'll see . I'm quite sure there's plenty of decent cabs here in California but I can't seem to find any . God , I love this old Base Model Truck ! . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

07-28-2013, 10:23 AM	#7530
wreckthosecars Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 23	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I'm prepping new parts for install. Attached Images

07-28-2013, 12:04 PM	#7531
Expat_dude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brookhaven, Ms/ Sakhalin Russia Posts: 370	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Door panels going on Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy swb, project UGHH! 1987 Grand National http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u.../1970%20Chevy/

07-28-2013, 12:28 PM	#7532
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Yesterday, cleaned under the cowl and in the vent area, pulled the dash and installed a new bezel and pulled the dead am/fm cassett player, installed new water pump and thermostat. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

07-28-2013, 07:05 PM	#7533
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I got a little closer today. Tightened up the oil drain bolt as I had a very slight leak. I removed all of the rubber hose connections on the fuel line and all but two connections on the charcaol vent line. I loosened the metal fuel line between the fuel pump and the carb. I also picked up my new fuel pump. Posted via Mobile Device

07-28-2013, 08:36 PM	#7534
Saclandman Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 487	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Found a full set of 8 lug steelies with tires for 50 bucks. Brought em home and cleaned them up. Maybe I'll throw them on tomorrow to replace to split wheels I have now. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Rich J. 1967 Chevy C20 Longbed Stepside w/283 and 4spdSOLD 2002 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 5.3L SOLD 2015 Chevy Silverado Crew 4X4 5.3L

07-28-2013, 08:57 PM	#7535
jonny..2008 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: oregon coast Posts: 248	Re: What did you do to your truck today! 9 months and $125 later i finally got to further improve the user interface. also finally got the original fuel tank out of the cab. next step is welding in the delete plug. __________________ i love every machine. even the ones i hate. Current project (1959) fifty niner gmc fleetside: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...70#post6514670 MY daily driver truck thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=544460

07-28-2013, 09:33 PM	#7536
jc70chevy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: vallejo,ca Posts: 176	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I flipped my trailing arm crossmember. And welded my my trailing arms

07-29-2013, 01:50 AM	#7537
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Scrapped out the seam sealer under the cowl on both sides just below the window, cleaned it up as good as possible, treated it with a rust converter, then re sealed them. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

07-29-2013, 09:46 PM	#7538
Expat_dude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brookhaven, Ms/ Sakhalin Russia Posts: 370	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Off for final exhaust work Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy swb, project UGHH! 1987 Grand National http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u.../1970%20Chevy/

07-29-2013, 10:13 PM	#7539
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today! No "work" today but I feel I made good progress. I asked a garage about replacing the cab mount bushings and it seems to be something I can indeed do myself assuming I can get the bolts out. Another garage will clean out the gas tank for $50.00 but the man had his doubts as to whether or not I'll end up having to get a new tank. If I do, I just do. He can also clean the radiator but according to my description, he's pretty sure the radiator is beyond repair. If my sending unit removal tool comes tomorrow I'll get that out and run the tank over for cleaning.

07-29-2013, 11:41 PM	#7543
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Bought some very nice grey leather second row Suburban seats today for my truck, will post pic's when I install, of course may be a few days as everyone elses stuff gets in the road...but pays for my parts.



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07-30-2013, 05:34 PM	#7544
dakattack7 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: az Posts: 177	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Spent 550 dollars made from arizona summer roof work on her! Time to get this a/c fixed! (Parallel flow condenser, a poa valve update, and a fan shroud)

07-30-2013, 06:39 PM	#7545
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I ordered a cab to frame mounting kit from Classic Heartbeat and found out A LOT of straightforward info from the owner, Wes.

07-30-2013, 08:35 PM	#7546
UNEASYRIDER Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: PHOENIX,ARIZONA Posts: 91	Re: What did you do to your truck today! __________________ DON'T BUILD IT IF YOUR NOT GONA DRIVE IT!!

07-30-2013, 08:46 PM	#7547
Katrina/10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 1,746	Re: What did you do to your truck today! What did he tell you? __________________ Gary 1971 Chevrolet C/10 1951 GMC 100 1977 GMC C15 1955 Chevrolet 3100

07-31-2013, 07:30 PM	#7548
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I took my gas tank over to a radiator shop and found out is was rusty! It's only surface rust and the guy is going to sandblast the inside, then use "renue" to fix it up. He's confident it will be right. Price is less than buying an aftermarket one. I also removed my cab's floor rubber and found out that the front cab to frame bolts are welded in at the top. Dang. Now I'll have to figure that one out.

07-31-2013, 09:03 PM	#7549
Prematuregrey Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 111	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Put new Billies on it and got rid of the dual rancho redneck setup it had. All 8 shocks were trashed and I've never liked duals unless it's for desert racing and you actually need them. Also posted the truck up on Craigslist to feel for bites and maybe trade for something more practical for my needs. Not going to post the ad here due to me not knowing the rules around here but it can be found in Austin CL. Not pushing to sell it either so I placed a pretty high price on him. __________________ Owner: Times Are Tough Toys 92 4 Runner (Joyce, long story from my time in Africa) Lotsa stuff, just about finished dumping money into it. 89 Mercedes 560 SEL, Merdle. Wrecked 71 Chevy K20, Clifford, BB and 1 Tons

07-31-2013, 09:10 PM	#7550
bobbydigital Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Kill Devil Hills Posts: 27	Re: What did you do to your truck today! had to do some emergency roadside repairs due to a clogged fuel filter. Its nice to think on my feet every now and again.

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