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BigBird05 · 10-03-2019, 09:49 AM

rechinca, that's exactly the same repair that I am working on.

OregonNed · 10-03-2019, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Steeveedee

I was thinking quarter-sawn white oak. Either way, that is one beautiful bunch of work. I'd like to do something like this to my truck, but it would disappear down the rabbit hole of not being used for the rest of my life while it got worked on. I'm getting old.

Yep! My first choice was white, but the lumber yard didn't have enough of it at the time. Still, though, the wood was only about $225 if I remember right. My wood working friend did all the milling and finish work. But however my first choice was some flame patterned Myrtlewood that another friend harvested on his Southern Oregon coast farm, but the sawn lumber was not dried properly, and it all shifted and warped. My wood worker friend is using portions of it on other projects. That myrtlewood would have been pretty unique, though, and I wish I could have seen it finished. You can see some of the detail of that wood in this fishing net he made.

1970GMC3500Longhorn · 10-03-2019, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Liz

Chapter 2 is now complete, bring on 3. What did you do to your truck today?

Today I put new wiper blades, a new brake light switch, and new reverse lights in! But the passenger side reverse light is not working unfortunately.

1970 GMC 1 Ton 9 foot Stepside

66clow · 10-11-2019, 10:23 AM

Made a beverage holder😁

72c20customcamper · 10-12-2019, 06:04 PM

Got the rear part of the cab's body work pretty much done. I'll epoxy prime it tomorrow and get some high build on it. Nice having ot to strip to bear metal. So far the drop rails look great.

72c20customcamper · 10-12-2019, 06:08 PM

One more

tim_mc · 10-12-2019, 08:31 PM

Nice work. Easy day for me. Replaced headlamps with Sylvania Silverstar sealed beams.
Changed my TH350 speedo driven gear from 20-tooth to a 24-tooth and verified the speedo with a GPS phone app - right on target. 5% per tooth rule of thumb worked for me as my speedo was reading 20% higher than GPS MPH. Added a spare tire carrier from LMC and bolted in the spare tire. Added a kill switch to the HEI tach lead and tested a few times - works great.

71gmcC15 · 10-13-2019, 03:51 AM

I upgraded to led lights all round. Besides reverse or headlights.
https://youtu.be/nmTLkR-0obk

c10Eric · 10-13-2019, 03:03 PM

Found the exhaust leak 😄

66clow · 10-13-2019, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by c10Eric

Found the exhaust leak ��

That's not called a cut out? ��

66clow · 10-13-2019, 03:15 PM

Painted the visors, stuff works great! Will do my seat next. Changed my kinked fuel line that was long overdue.

c10Eric · 10-13-2019, 04:26 PM

I’ve got the new (old) manifold cleaned up and installed. Also new carb and distributor.

Andy4639 · 10-13-2019, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by c10Eric

I’ve got the new (old) manifold cleaned up and installed. Also new carb and distributor.

I cleaned up a set last week for my daughters 68 step also. Wire brushed and wiped down with brake cleaner then painted black caliper paint.

72c20customcamper · 10-14-2019, 03:22 PM

Painted the rear part of the cab. Paint area was a little too cool when I turned on the exhaust fan . I'm using a large ezup with sides . I got a couple minor sags but I got it in the sun now . Debating on whether I will fix them or just leave them. That's the price you pay for using single stage paint.

Not going for show a truck just a real nice driver. That you wont mind taking to a show

67C10Step · 10-14-2019, 09:56 PM

No photos but got the upper rear shock mounts off and two of the four rivets in the rear most frame cross member out. I’m prepping to paint the rear of the frame and know I’ll be re locating the rear shocks so those parts gotta go.

Guess the truck was stuck at least once and someone connected the chain to that rear cross member and pulled a hickey in it. Buddy of mine has a spare frame so I’m gonna get a straight one from him but figured the frame would clean up better with the old cross member out. Hope I’m blasting the rear frame section this weekend.

Andy4639 · 10-15-2019, 10:27 AM

Got the Delco-Pleasure lift gauge mounted and air up the air tank on the ramp truck then took it for a ride.

67C10Step · 10-20-2019, 08:02 PM

Lots of people would not call this progress but I know this crowd appreciates the level of time and effort to get to this point.

Started with just pulling the drive shaft and removing the long rear brake line. That went so well I decided to cut the springs out. Then that lead to cutting the rear end u bolts. What the heck, wonder if soaking the trailing arm bolts for weeks has paid off.

Now all I have to do is clean it all up. Got rust encapsulator and frame paint just need time and a pile of parts.

**Beau2a** · 10-20-2019, 08:08 PM

Installed a new master cylinder. New NAPA calipers and hoses. Powerstop drilled & slotted rotors and pads. Stops great now. Pedal doesn’t sink to the floor at a stop light.

**Ol Blue K20** · 10-20-2019, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Lots of people would not call this progress but I know this crowd appreciates the level of time and effort to get to this point.

Started with just pulling the drive shaft and removing the long rear brake line. That went so well I decided to cut the springs out. Then that lead to cutting the rear end u bolts. What the heck, wonder if soaking the trailing arm bolts for weeks has paid off.

Now all I have to do is clean it all up. Got rust encapsulator and frame paint just need time and a pile of parts.

I know it doesn't seem like progress but it is..Don't pay attention to what other people say....

**Grumpy old man** · 10-21-2019, 07:59 AM

Working on the power steering this week , This is a 67 short bed frame that wasn't dimpled for a power steering gear , at the bottom left of the picture you can see where I modified the frame just enough to fit the box without going crazy with heat and a BFH to make it fit , It really doesn't take much to have it fit and still look clean . Just waiting on the new pump and pulleys to show up and chase down some stainless steel lines .

66clow · 10-21-2019, 08:05 AM

Took it to my first judged show and received best of show for my class.

**Grumpy old man** · 10-21-2019, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 66clow

Took it to my first judged show and received best of show for my class.

Quaker steak and lube on 49th st ?

66clow · 10-21-2019, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Quaker steak and lube on 49th st ?

😉👍🏽 good eye!

**Grumpy old man** · 10-21-2019, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by 66clow

😉👍🏽 good eye!

Now take it to Biff Burger on Friday night .

**Grumpy old man** · 10-28-2019, 07:58 PM

Got my power steering pump and stainless lines in today , One more bite off the elephant .

10-03-2019, 09:49 AM	#876
BigBird05 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,300	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter rechinca, that's exactly the same repair that I am working on.

10-11-2019, 10:23 AM	#879
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 872	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Made a beverage holder😁 Attached Images

10-12-2019, 06:04 PM	#880
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the rear part of the cab's body work pretty much done. I'll epoxy prime it tomorrow and get some high build on it. Nice having ot to strip to bear metal. So far the drop rails look great. Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

10-12-2019, 06:08 PM	#881
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter One more Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

10-12-2019, 08:31 PM	#882
tim_mc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: St Peters, MO Posts: 440	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Nice work. Easy day for me. Replaced headlamps with Sylvania Silverstar sealed beams. Changed my TH350 speedo driven gear from 20-tooth to a 24-tooth and verified the speedo with a GPS phone app - right on target. 5% per tooth rule of thumb worked for me as my speedo was reading 20% higher than GPS MPH. Added a spare tire carrier from LMC and bolted in the spare tire. Added a kill switch to the HEI tach lead and tested a few times - works great.

10-13-2019, 03:51 AM	#883
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I upgraded to led lights all round. Besides reverse or headlights. https://youtu.be/nmTLkR-0obk __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

10-13-2019, 03:03 PM	#884
c10Eric Registered User Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: WA State Posts: 5	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Found the exhaust leak 😄 Attached Images

10-13-2019, 03:15 PM	#886
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 872	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Painted the visors, stuff works great! Will do my seat next. Changed my kinked fuel line that was long overdue. Attached Images

10-13-2019, 04:26 PM	#887
c10Eric Registered User Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: WA State Posts: 5	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I’ve got the new (old) manifold cleaned up and installed. Also new carb and distributor. Attached Images

10-14-2019, 03:22 PM	#889
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,619	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Painted the rear part of the cab. Paint area was a little too cool when I turned on the exhaust fan . I'm using a large ezup with sides . I got a couple minor sags but I got it in the sun now . Debating on whether I will fix them or just leave them. That's the price you pay for using single stage paint. Not going for show a truck just a real nice driver. That you wont mind taking to a show Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

10-14-2019, 09:56 PM	#890
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter No photos but got the upper rear shock mounts off and two of the four rivets in the rear most frame cross member out. I’m prepping to paint the rear of the frame and know I’ll be re locating the rear shocks so those parts gotta go. Guess the truck was stuck at least once and someone connected the chain to that rear cross member and pulled a hickey in it. Buddy of mine has a spare frame so I’m gonna get a straight one from him but figured the frame would clean up better with the old cross member out. Hope I’m blasting the rear frame section this weekend. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

10-15-2019, 10:27 AM	#891
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the Delco-Pleasure lift gauge mounted and air up the air tank on the ramp truck then took it for a ride. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-20-2019, 08:02 PM	#892
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Lots of people would not call this progress but I know this crowd appreciates the level of time and effort to get to this point. Started with just pulling the drive shaft and removing the long rear brake line. That went so well I decided to cut the springs out. Then that lead to cutting the rear end u bolts. What the heck, wonder if soaking the trailing arm bolts for weeks has paid off. Now all I have to do is clean it all up. Got rust encapsulator and frame paint just need time and a pile of parts. Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

10-20-2019, 08:08 PM	#893
Beau2a Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Enumclaw WA Posts: 267	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed a new master cylinder. New NAPA calipers and hoses. Powerstop drilled & slotted rotors and pads. Stops great now. Pedal doesn’t sink to the floor at a stop light.

10-21-2019, 07:59 AM	#895
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Working on the power steering this week , This is a 67 short bed frame that wasn't dimpled for a power steering gear , at the bottom left of the picture you can see where I modified the frame just enough to fit the box without going crazy with heat and a BFH to make it fit , It really doesn't take much to have it fit and still look clean . Just waiting on the new pump and pulleys to show up and chase down some stainless steel lines . Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop Last edited by Grumpy old man; 10-23-2019 at 11:30 AM.



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10-21-2019, 08:05 AM	#896
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 872	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took it to my first judged show and received best of show for my class. Attached Images

10-28-2019, 07:58 PM	#900
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got my power steering pump and stainless lines in today , One more bite off the elephant . Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

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