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msgross · 12-27-2009, 10:06 AM

wood stove would take to long to heat up for me... If I found an old house trailer natural gas furnace I would run that on a low temp all winter.. I only get small amounts of time in the garage anyway....

This thing will run on kerosene, diesel, jet fuel or fuel oil... 10 hours on 3 gallons is cheap heat for me!

Jebb1978 · 12-27-2009, 11:20 AM

Wow, great build thread! I will watch this one. Thanks for steering me over.

Patsfan34 · 12-27-2009, 03:20 PM

msgross, besides have very similar taste in wedding rings (i tried to take a pic of my wife's ring but it won't come out clear) I took pics of my donor truck. I'll post later when I get the camera wire. You will be surprised just how close they are!

Patsfan34 · 12-27-2009, 07:23 PM

As promised!

msgross · 12-27-2009, 07:42 PM

that donor doesn't look that bad... BTW, I'm originally from Indiana and a die-hard Colts fan...

Patsfan34 · 12-27-2009, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

that donor doesn't look that bad... BTW, I'm originally from Indiana and a die-hard Colts fan...

Oh great, I'm watching them loose to the J.E.T.S. right now and I'm very happy about it! Not that I'm routing for the Jets cause I want them to die in a plane crash but it is what it is! Ahhhhh, another divisional title for the Pats today!!!

The donor body is actually in great shape. I think I'm going to sell off the custom-10 trim I have for it and the complete A/C system. Sometimes I like how the trim looks but most of the time it's not my cup of tea. The A/C setup I'll probably never use cause this truck will be a winter driver anyway. I'm going to try and track down a 5 speed tranny like you mentioned in my thread. I'm almost positive my friend has a rebuilt NP205 painted and ready to go if I pull the trigger. I just realized today that the manual steering box I have will not be the same and all the power steering stuff off the 2WD will not fit, minor set back but still a pain in the butt! Ok, I'm rambling due to my uncle Jack Daniels hanging out today. PM me if you need anything!

msgross · 12-27-2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Patsfan34

Oh great, I'm watching them loose to the J.E.T.S. right now and I'm very happy about it! Not that I'm routing for the Jets cause I want them to die in a plane crash but it is what it is! Ahhhhh, another divisional title for the Pats today!!!

I'd rather lose now than later... you can't use the 2WD steering box but everything else will work.

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silver7 · 12-27-2009, 08:20 PM

I'm from Indy as well - born and raised. Go Colts!

Patsfan34 · 12-27-2009, 08:40 PM

Colts loose, no big deal!

msgross · 12-27-2009, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by silver7

I'm from Indy as well - born and raised. Go Colts!

no crap? I knew I liked you.. where abouts?

I'm from a small town named Fairmount, about 45 min north of Indy near Muncie.. I went to Ball State as well... and graduated!

msgross · 12-27-2009, 11:19 PM

My project for today, install shelving! I found a shoe store that was downsizing and bought this metal shelving and post for $120. This would have been $500 at Lowes, glad I didn't have to go that route. Just another project (finishing basement) that's on my list this year.

I did get my heater for the garage though, NICE!!!!

As you guys stated, it is a little loud, but with a small 2 car garage it won't have to run that long...

silver7 · 12-28-2009, 10:16 AM

Grew up in Noblesville but went to high school at Hamilton Southeastern. I guess around 90 min south of Fairfield. Almost went to Ball State but went to IUPUI on a ROTC scholarship

- and graduated - instead. I used to run by the Colts old RCA stadium on my workout everday back when they had Harbaugh and Faulk posted all over the stadium walls.

Nice score on the shelving. I'm jealous.

msgross · 12-28-2009, 12:26 PM

what year did you graduate? I was in ROTC from 99-2001

silver7 · 12-28-2009, 12:35 PM

1995-1998. I was in the Army 6 yrs enlisted prior and left on a Green-to-Gold ROTC scholarship. Small world!

msgross · 12-28-2009, 12:52 PM

I was on active from 93-97 and then went to BSU, got a two year scholarship and stayed with the Indiana guard for flight school, now Pennsylvania guard and work here full time , www.easternaats.com

silver7 · 12-28-2009, 09:35 PM

10 yrs Infantry for me. Left the 82nd in 2002 right after my son was born. The only time I made it into PA was when we jumped into a drop zone near Gettysburg where we did a battle analysis.

msgross · 12-28-2009, 09:37 PM

that's cool, I spent a few years in a LRS-D unit... great time... I feel much safer to flying now!

silver7 · 12-28-2009, 09:46 PM

I miss the life. It was hard - but I loved it. At least now I get to spend a lot of time with my family and have hobbies like rebuilding my truck - something our brothers overseas don't get a chance to enjoy.

msgross · 12-28-2009, 09:58 PM

I'm Active Guard Reserve (AGR) at a schoolhouse, so for now I work 8-4:30 and have weekends off. All the pay and benefits of Title10 without the PCS requirement... truly the best of both worlds, besides the Air Guard! This was my first year to pass $100K so life is pretty good for the family.

AGR in the line units work daily and 1-2 weekends per month..

msgross · 01-10-2010, 12:45 AM

no work but more parts came in...

soft ray glass with perfect tracks, perfect grille, CST glovebox door, and a gauge cluster with this funny little dial... hmmm?

msgross · 01-10-2010, 12:52 AM

I did install my air compressor in the garage today (and my heater rocks in there!)

wired it to run on 120V but noticed it draws 18A, and I have a 15A circuit... ran for about 10 minutes before the breaker flipped, looks like it's time to run a 220V line to the garage now.... ole' betsy may look rough, but 80 gallons of air is AWESOME!

glimmertwin01 · 01-10-2010, 10:04 AM

NICE! so has the wife given you that "looK" yet? you know the one that says yer freeking NUTS? lol so what is the shorty in post 854???
I picked up a decent 74 K5 to work on and a 78 K10 plow truck thaqt will donate the 350 / 350 driveline

hgs_notes · 01-10-2010, 10:32 AM

You have a heater now....

How come this thing isn't done yet?! j/k

The only problem I had with those bullit heaters is the smell. Everything you wear gets impregnated with the fumes. Even the propane ones do that, it just takes longer.

Oh, and on your compressor, do not bolt it down to the floor firmly. The vibration can cause the welds at the feet to tank to crack. If you want to clamp it down, put some rubber pads under the feet.

msgross · 01-10-2010, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glimmertwin01

NICE! so has the wife given you that "looK" yet? you know the one that says yer freeking NUTS? lol so what is the shorty in post 854???
I picked up a decent 74 K5 to work on and a 78 K10 plow truck thaqt will donate the 350 / 350 driveline

we are beyond "the look". #854 is another members....

Quote:

Originally Posted by hgs_notes

You have a heater now....

How come this thing isn't done yet?! j/k

The only problem I had with those bullit heaters is the smell. Everything you wear gets impregnated with the fumes. Even the propane ones do that, it just takes longer.

Oh, and on your compressor, do not bolt it down to the floor firmly. The vibration can cause the welds at the feet to tank to crack. If you want to clamp it down, put some rubber pads under the feet.

this heater doesn't smell that bad, it's a multi-fuel unit so I run kerosene since jetA is a little pricey!

Good tip on the compressor, I was going to look for some rubber spacers but forgot. I have some space to lift it up and drop them on so that will be in order.

dammitmitchell · 01-10-2010, 04:22 PM

ive got the rubber from some shocks i pulled if you want those they're in good shape...

12-27-2009, 10:06 AM	#851
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! wood stove would take to long to heat up for me... If I found an old house trailer natural gas furnace I would run that on a low temp all winter.. I only get small amounts of time in the garage anyway.... This thing will run on kerosene, diesel, jet fuel or fuel oil... 10 hours on 3 gallons is cheap heat for me! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 12-27-2009 at 10:06 AM.

12-27-2009, 11:20 AM	#852
Jebb1978 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,713	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Wow, great build thread! I will watch this one. Thanks for steering me over. __________________ 1959 GMC project

12-27-2009, 03:20 PM	#853
Patsfan34 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 661	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! msgross, besides have very similar taste in wedding rings (i tried to take a pic of my wife's ring but it won't come out clear) I took pics of my donor truck. I'll post later when I get the camera wire. You will be surprised just how close they are! Last edited by Patsfan34; 12-27-2009 at 07:22 PM.

12-27-2009, 07:23 PM	#854
Patsfan34 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 661	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! As promised! Attached Images

12-27-2009, 07:42 PM	#855
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! that donor doesn't look that bad... BTW, I'm originally from Indiana and a die-hard Colts fan... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 12-27-2009 at 07:43 PM.

12-27-2009, 08:20 PM	#858
silver7 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 613	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I'm from Indy as well - born and raised. Go Colts! __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4

12-27-2009, 08:40 PM	#859
Patsfan34 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 661	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Colts loose, no big deal!

12-27-2009, 11:19 PM	#861
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! My project for today, install shelving! I found a shoe store that was downsizing and bought this metal shelving and post for $120. This would have been $500 at Lowes, glad I didn't have to go that route. Just another project (finishing basement) that's on my list this year. I did get my heater for the garage though, NICE!!!! As you guys stated, it is a little loud, but with a small 2 car garage it won't have to run that long... Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-28-2009, 10:16 AM	#862
silver7 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 613	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Grew up in Noblesville but went to high school at Hamilton Southeastern. I guess around 90 min south of Fairfield. Almost went to Ball State but went to IUPUI on a ROTC scholarship - and graduated - instead. I used to run by the Colts old RCA stadium on my workout everday back when they had Harbaugh and Faulk posted all over the stadium walls. Nice score on the shelving. I'm jealous. __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4

12-28-2009, 12:26 PM	#863
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! what year did you graduate? I was in ROTC from 99-2001 __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-28-2009, 12:35 PM	#864
silver7 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 613	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! 1995-1998. I was in the Army 6 yrs enlisted prior and left on a Green-to-Gold ROTC scholarship. Small world! __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4

12-28-2009, 12:52 PM	#865
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I was on active from 93-97 and then went to BSU, got a two year scholarship and stayed with the Indiana guard for flight school, now Pennsylvania guard and work here full time , www.easternaats.com __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-28-2009, 09:35 PM	#866
silver7 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 613	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! 10 yrs Infantry for me. Left the 82nd in 2002 right after my son was born. The only time I made it into PA was when we jumped into a drop zone near Gettysburg where we did a battle analysis. Attached Images __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4

12-28-2009, 09:37 PM	#867
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! that's cool, I spent a few years in a LRS-D unit... great time... I feel much safer to flying now! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

12-28-2009, 09:46 PM	#868
silver7 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 613	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I miss the life. It was hard - but I loved it. At least now I get to spend a lot of time with my family and have hobbies like rebuilding my truck - something our brothers overseas don't get a chance to enjoy. __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4



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12-28-2009, 09:58 PM	#869
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I'm Active Guard Reserve (AGR) at a schoolhouse, so for now I work 8-4:30 and have weekends off. All the pay and benefits of Title10 without the PCS requirement... truly the best of both worlds, besides the Air Guard! This was my first year to pass $100K so life is pretty good for the family. AGR in the line units work daily and 1-2 weekends per month.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 12-28-2009 at 09:58 PM.

01-10-2010, 12:45 AM	#870
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! no work but more parts came in... soft ray glass with perfect tracks, perfect grille, CST glovebox door, and a gauge cluster with this funny little dial... hmmm? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

01-10-2010, 12:52 AM	#871
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I did install my air compressor in the garage today (and my heater rocks in there!) wired it to run on 120V but noticed it draws 18A, and I have a 15A circuit... ran for about 10 minutes before the breaker flipped, looks like it's time to run a 220V line to the garage now.... ole' betsy may look rough, but 80 gallons of air is AWESOME! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

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