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nuke1 · 02-29-2012, 12:51 PM

It is a very healthy obsession, i agree there!! although some wives may not agree. still better than the alternatives in my opinion. And we get to build artwork in a way. as for the skeletons, i agree there, a person sometimes wonder what the F ppl did to these trucks, some are cared for, others are not!!! oh well, we make them have a new life all togehter!

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-29-2012, 03:50 PM

Holly crap man! That definitely looks like some one had water or very diluted antifreeze in it, and obviously the block broke. I have a guy that has a sweet TBI 350 with 105k on it he'd sell reasonable. I can get you pics if you want.

mcbassin · 02-29-2012, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by nuke1

It is a very healthy obsession, i agree there!! although some wives may not agree. still better than the alternatives in my opinion. And we get to build artwork in a way. as for the skeletons, i agree there, a person sometimes wonder what the F ppl did to these trucks, some are cared for, others are not!!! oh well, we make them have a new life all togehter!

I hear you James.

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Holly crap man! That definitely looks like some one had water or very diluted antifreeze in it, and obviously the block broke. I have a guy that has a sweet TBI 350 with 105k on it he'd sell reasonable. I can get you pics if you want.

Don't sweat it Ryan. HMC dug that series of photos up from the first page of this thread. We are good to go in the drivetrain department. That block was in the truck when I bought this project. A bunch has changed since that day. Hard to believe this is my third winter on this thing.??

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-29-2012, 06:04 PM

Oh, wow, I didn't realize that. I figured it was just a part I missed recently.

mcbassin · 03-08-2012, 01:23 AM

More progress. I fixed a rust spot that was under the cowl area. Then shaved the majority of the firewall. I still have a few holes to fill but it's mostly done. I'm guessing it takes a couple thousand tack welds if you guys decide to do this. I tried a small area with quick welding and it worped quick. So you want to spread your welds out and not get too much heat in a small area. Then you can plan on about a few hours of grinding. I think it's worth the extra time. It will clean up the engine bay a little.
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**screaminchevypickup** · 03-08-2012, 01:29 AM

Looks good mike!!!
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VA72C10 · 03-08-2012, 01:29 AM

Nice work! Love the firewall with the gutter capped like that! Reminds me of my old cab

I remember all the grinding....hours and hours of it between the firewall and driprails...

**67cheby** · 03-08-2012, 08:37 AM

Very nice work
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Crash_OK · 03-08-2012, 08:40 AM

Looks great Mike... you are going to have to show me how you were able to get all of that ground down so quickly and clean...

**68 Four on the Floor** · 03-08-2012, 08:48 AM

Looks great Mike. I really hope mine turns out half as nice.
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67anthony · 03-08-2012, 08:58 AM

Nice work

Zoomin · 03-08-2012, 09:17 AM

That's really going to pay off huge, really going to set off the LS in there.
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67c10rustbuket · 03-08-2012, 10:45 AM

Firewall looks great mike!

BossHogg69 · 03-08-2012, 11:03 AM

Good work on that firewall, that's gonna look awesome when it's all slicked up with paint.

mcbassin · 03-08-2012, 12:04 PM

Thanks everyone for the compliments. I hope to have some paint on this cab by the end April. It will take a bunch of time but I'm gonna try to make it happen.

jasonhall · 03-08-2012, 02:30 PM

you can do it!

Bennett68C10 · 03-08-2012, 03:59 PM

Wow firewall looks great
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my67chevytruck · 03-08-2012, 04:10 PM

Great work Mike!!

**68 Four on the Floor** · 03-08-2012, 08:18 PM

Did you decide on colors and scheme?

mcbassin · 03-08-2012, 11:32 PM

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you can do it!

Yes I can

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Wow firewall looks great
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Thanks Keith.

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Great work Mike!!

thanks Heath

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Did you decide on colors and scheme?

Yes, I will be going with THIS.

**68 Four on the Floor** · 03-09-2012, 01:07 PM

Very nice choice. You goin wood floor or steel?

68 TT · 03-10-2012, 12:09 AM

Nice work on the firewall Mike. I like the look of the sloped top cap. It really cleans up the look.

mcbassin · 03-10-2012, 12:19 AM

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Very nice choice. You goin wood floor or steel?

Thanks Drew, As of right now going with the steel floor I already have. One of these days I would like to install a nice wood floor, but right now I just want a return on my "investment".

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Nice work on the firewall Mike. I like the look of the sloped top cap. It really cleans up the look.

Thanks Mike, It took me a little time to do but I think it will look really nice with shiney red paint

EZ SPEED · 03-10-2012, 10:11 AM

Awesome Firewall !!!!!

BossHogg69 · 03-10-2012, 11:27 AM

Hey Mike, what gauge sheetmetal are you using for your patches, if you don't mind sharing some info?

02-29-2012, 12:51 PM	#851
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: 1969 Short Wide It is a very healthy obsession, i agree there!! although some wives may not agree. still better than the alternatives in my opinion. And we get to build artwork in a way. as for the skeletons, i agree there, a person sometimes wonder what the F ppl did to these trucks, some are cared for, others are not!!! oh well, we make them have a new life all togehter! __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-29-2012, 03:50 PM	#852
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1969 Short Wide Holly crap man! That definitely looks like some one had water or very diluted antifreeze in it, and obviously the block broke. I have a guy that has a sweet TBI 350 with 105k on it he'd sell reasonable. I can get you pics if you want. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-29-2012, 06:04 PM	#854
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1969 Short Wide Oh, wow, I didn't realize that. I figured it was just a part I missed recently. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

03-08-2012, 01:23 AM	#855
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1969 Short Wide More progress. I fixed a rust spot that was under the cowl area. Then shaved the majority of the firewall. I still have a few holes to fill but it's mostly done. I'm guessing it takes a couple thousand tack welds if you guys decide to do this. I tried a small area with quick welding and it worped quick. So you want to spread your welds out and not get too much heat in a small area. Then you can plan on about a few hours of grinding. I think it's worth the extra time. It will clean up the engine bay a little. Pictures: __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

03-08-2012, 01:29 AM	#856
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: 1969 Short Wide Looks good mike!!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

03-08-2012, 01:29 AM	#857
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1969 Short Wide Nice work! Love the firewall with the gutter capped like that! Reminds me of my old cab I remember all the grinding....hours and hours of it between the firewall and driprails... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-08-2012, 08:37 AM	#858
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 1969 Short Wide Very nice work Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

03-08-2012, 08:40 AM	#859
Crash_OK Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Edmond, OK. Posts: 1,362	Re: 1969 Short Wide Looks great Mike... you are going to have to show me how you were able to get all of that ground down so quickly and clean... __________________ Mark ----------------------- Crash's 69 4x4 SWB Crash's Roof over Lake Home Crash's 1988 Land Cruiser Build

03-08-2012, 08:48 AM	#860
68 Four on the Floor Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washburn, IA Posts: 600	Re: 1969 Short Wide Looks great Mike. I really hope mine turns out half as nice. Posted via Mobile Device

03-08-2012, 08:58 AM	#861
67anthony Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: mississippi Posts: 444	Re: 1969 Short Wide Nice work

03-08-2012, 09:17 AM	#862
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: 1969 Short Wide That's really going to pay off huge, really going to set off the LS in there. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

03-08-2012, 10:45 AM	#863
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: 1969 Short Wide Firewall looks great mike! __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

03-08-2012, 11:03 AM	#864
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: 1969 Short Wide Good work on that firewall, that's gonna look awesome when it's all slicked up with paint. __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

03-08-2012, 12:04 PM	#865
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1969 Short Wide Thanks everyone for the compliments. I hope to have some paint on this cab by the end April. It will take a bunch of time but I'm gonna try to make it happen. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group Last edited by mcbassin; 03-08-2012 at 02:49 PM.

03-08-2012, 02:30 PM	#866
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: 1969 Short Wide you can do it!



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03-08-2012, 03:59 PM	#867
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 Short Wide Wow firewall looks great Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

03-08-2012, 04:10 PM	#868
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: 1969 Short Wide Great work Mike!! __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

03-08-2012, 08:18 PM	#869
68 Four on the Floor Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washburn, IA Posts: 600	Re: 1969 Short Wide Did you decide on colors and scheme?

03-09-2012, 01:07 PM	#871
68 Four on the Floor Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washburn, IA Posts: 600	Re: 1969 Short Wide Very nice choice. You goin wood floor or steel?

03-10-2012, 12:09 AM	#872
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: 1969 Short Wide Nice work on the firewall Mike. I like the look of the sloped top cap. It really cleans up the look. __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

03-10-2012, 10:11 AM	#874
EZ SPEED Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Anniston, Alabama Posts: 164	Re: 1969 Short Wide Awesome Firewall !!!!! __________________ Eric 1967 C10 Small Window - LWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=657509 2004 Silverado 2500HD - Turbo Diesel 603 rwhp / 1090 rwtq 2016 Camaro SS - Satin Pearl Nero wrap My 2010 Camaro SS Magazine feature (SOLD) http://www.superchevy.com/features/g...of-perfection/

03-10-2012, 11:27 AM	#875
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: 1969 Short Wide Hey Mike, what gauge sheetmetal are you using for your patches, if you don't mind sharing some info? __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

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