What did you do to your truck today part IV

[LostMy65]

Got the bumper installed. And mocking up the tailgate.

[UK62LW]

Took a break from refitting the front suspension to throw on my 'new' Road Runner camper shell.

I'm thinking it needs a chop (lose half the height of the chicken light strip?) but I'll have to see it on its wheels to be sure..

[forestb]

Did final install (Lord willing) of my new gas tank. Next run a fuel line.

[goatless]

Installed the hood I bought from a guy on OfferUp, only to find that the passenger-side is dented, and I'll probably have to remove it to try to bend it back

[pdxhall]

I patched the passenger side cab corner.

[cwcarpenter98]

I added some door switches and floor lamps to Frankentruck today. So much nicer being able to see when getting in or out of the truck at night

[jbgroby]

I ordered a Summit Trans Jack to help with the transmission switch, made in China, you can almost see the hand sanitzer stains........ It went together very well with no missing parts, even though the box was torn in one corner. The base on the unit is very heavy duty, there are 1/2" bolts under to holds the footing agains the verticle part of the base as well. Although I'm only going to use it once, I split the cost with a buddy who will need it as well, the total was only $175.00 with shipping ($10.00 more due to weight).

We considered renting one for a week but that ran $81.00 so it was cheaper to simply buy it vs. having to pick it up & delivery back to the rental place.

[goatless]

Originally Posted by jbgroby

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We considered renting one for a week but that ran $81.00 so it was cheaper to simply buy it vs. having to pick it up & delivery back to the rental place.

Probably a good move. Never know how long these 'simple' things end up taking.

[jbgroby]

Originally Posted by goatless

Probably a good move. Never know how long these 'simple' things end up taking.

Thats exactly what we were thinking.

[creep]

Finished up installing the Street Demon 750 on my 383.

[forestb]

Installed Russell an-6 fuel line today
It fired up and no leaks (so far). Have not gotten to drive it yet

[Chevy Fleetside]

A few weeks ago I went up with my son and put the rebuilt cross member back in the truck. The calipers would not fit and I remembered I had to do some grinding the last time I put drop spindles in one of my trucks. Went back up and got that all sorted out and was able to get the truck back on the ground. So right now I have a 3" drop in the front with stock springs in the rear. I am sure it will drop down more when I put the engine back it. I also have new springs in the front.

[rws1012]

I finished cleaning up the tie rod ends and steering components on the crossmember upgrade to my 66. Since I did use my old 66 crossmember and used the control arms and spindles off of a 79 c10 truck, will the linkage from the 79 work ok without any problems? Also do I need to use shocks for a 66 or a 79? All help appreciated

[Chevy Fleetside]

Originally Posted by rws1012

I finished cleaning up the tie rod ends and steering components on the crossmember upgrade to my 66. Since I did use my old 66 crossmember and used the control arms and spindles off of a 79 c10 truck, will the linkage from the 79 work ok without any problems? Also do I need to use shocks for a 66 or a 79? All help appreciated

If you use the newer control arms, you have to use all components. You will have to redrill for the idler arm. I found it easier if you mount the steering box first.
On my green truck I just used later model spindles and on my blue truck I used all of the steering components from a 75. Capt Fab sells a mount for the later steering box if you don't already have one.

[rws1012]

Mounted power steering box with Captain Fabs adapter. Was able to set idler arm, with help from ideas on this forum. Thanks folks .I didn't weld the adapter. I think it will be fine with just the bolts. Now on to getting power booster bracket (also Capt. Fab product) mounted.

[J Williams]

I pulled my bed off and started to sand the exterior of my cab. Never thought I would dig this far into this truck but it has been fun
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[roll_the_dice]

Got my brake booster and master cylinder installed yesterday. Going to put the proportioning valve & hydraulic clutch MC on today if it doesn't storm.

[J Williams]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Got my brake booster and master cylinder installed yesterday. Going to put the proportioning valve & hydraulic clutch MC on today if it doesn't storm.

I recognize the brake/ hydraulic clutch bracket! Looks great man, can’t wait to be that far back together!
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[J Williams]

Worked on sanding the cab today and got a little body filler on a couple small dents. Hopefully soon I can throw a coat of primer then some makeup on this pig!
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[64 rust]

Finally got her lowered, new...er 71 rear end in, new springs, shock relocation brackets, drop shocks that don’t fit lol...I would ***** and tell you guys that not one bolt has cooperated with me but I know we have all been there. Man, am I glad that’s over!!!🤘
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[Richard2112]

Installing a kit behind my seat in the C30. Highly adaptable, minimal tools required, accommodates speakers, outside sound attenuation, can be easily upholstered, seat removal not required, doesn't interfere with seat travel, no drilling into cab, uses all existing cab bolts for install..

[J Williams]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Got my brake booster and master cylinder installed yesterday. Going to put the proportioning valve & hydraulic clutch MC on today if it doesn't storm.

Question for you, what transmission are you putting in that truck?
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[pdxhall]

I put my bed together for test fitting. Everything aligned and fit together very good, just a lot of work for one person.

[J Williams]

Originally Posted by pdxhall

I put my bed together for test fitting. Everything aligned and fit together very good, just a lot of work for one person.

Where did you order your panels from?
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[pdxhall]

Originally Posted by J Williams

Where did you order your panels from?
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I don't usually buy from LMC but they are the only vendor that offered free freight so I took a chance with them. I'm pretty sure all of the vendors are buying from the same supplier. The panels are very nice and fit with no issues.