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**GSFMECH** · 09-15-2021, 05:28 PM

A couple of updates. I had a nagging problem with overheating in traffic. After trying 2 different aluminum radiators I got a local radiator shop to see if he could get me an old school copper brass 4 row radiator. Scored one but was expensive however it cured the problems I was having. Also switched out my AC controls for this slick vintage air unit. I needed the room behind it to clean up the clutter and this did it. AC is working ok but the test will be this coming weekend on a trip to C10s in the Park. I hope I get to see some folks off here, there is a big crew coming from Louisiana with us.

**Palf70Step** · 09-15-2021, 06:17 PM

Looks good Mike.

**GSFMECH** · 09-16-2021, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Looks good Mike ��

Thanks Bill

aggie91 · 09-22-2021, 09:10 AM

I guess I missed you and the truck this weekend. I know I did not see all the trucks. I have seen pictures on social media of trucks, and thought "I never saw that one"...

**GSFMECH** · 09-25-2021, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

I guess I missed you and the truck this weekend. I know I did not see all the trucks. I have seen pictures on social media of trucks, and thought "I never saw that one"...

Sorry we missed you Karl, I saw where you saw Gringo and Steven's trucks at the event Friday night, we were late getting there because they screwed up our hotel rooms but did make it. Maybe we'll see you next time.

**GSFMECH** · 09-27-2021, 08:00 AM

Oh boy here we go. This is the next project, think I'm gonna wait until winter to do this one.

**GSFMECH** · 02-21-2022, 03:49 PM

I finally got around to cleaning up the bed floor. Gave it a acid wash. I used Ospho and a brass bristle brush, scrubbed it good and neutralized it right away with water. It's amazing how much paint was hiding under all those rust stains.

**Palf70Step** · 02-21-2022, 05:38 PM

Nice job Mike. Mine is available for cleaning also

**GSFMECH** · 02-22-2022, 04:33 PM

Thanks Bill, I'll get right on that next time I get down your way lol.

**regan wilson** · 02-22-2022, 09:21 PM

Your truck is so cool. The coolest thing is you guys have such a good group of friends that work together on your projects. I'll be through Natchitoches Thursday around 10 or 11 am. Just bring Gringo's truck so I can drive it around the block! Lol

**regan wilson** · 02-22-2022, 09:22 PM

I'll be at whatever the Truck Stop is on I49 on the westbound side.

**GSFMECH** · 02-23-2022, 12:36 AM

Bro I wish I could unfortunately I'm overseas in West Africa. Hopefully next time

**KevinK7** · 02-23-2022, 07:59 AM

This thread slipped past me, until the recent posts.
Wow, I just followed through the build.
Kudos for the amazing work, and the truck looks incredible

Mad skills on all fronts, sheez, from body work to engine builds, super quality work for sure

**GSFMECH** · 02-23-2022, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by KevinK7

This thread slipped past me, until the recent posts.
Wow, I just followed through the build.
Kudos for the amazing work, and the truck looks incredible

Mad skills on all fronts, sheez, from body work to engine builds, super quality work for sure

Many Thanks, it was a fun build

**GSFMECH** · 03-07-2022, 03:12 PM

I've been meaning to post this for awhile. I found a really good used sliding rear window, thought I would give it a try. It's been years since I've had one of these.

LT7A · 03-08-2022, 07:16 PM

The truck really came out great. I have given up on having a perfect truck, so I always really enjoy seeing somebody else's approach to turning something beat up into something nice without fixing or replacing everything, all new paint, etc. Like the rear slider! Looked back through your thread and found this picture. I wondered if you could point me where to get one of these multi-sized cup holders, haha.

**GSFMECH** · 03-09-2022, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by LT7A

The truck really came out great. I have given up on having a perfect truck, so I always really enjoy seeing somebody else's approach to turning something beat up into something nice without fixing or replacing everything, all new paint, etc. Like the rear slider! Looked back through your thread and found this picture. I wondered if you could point me where to get one of these multi-sized cup holders, haha.

Hahaha, that's a one off custom built creation!!

**GSFMECH** · 03-17-2022, 01:04 PM

Here is another photo I have been meaning to add. Here's the new matching cooler that my wife surprised me with for Christmas, painted and pin stripped by my buddy James (fishingjred73)

**Palf70Step** · 03-17-2022, 01:07 PM

Nice. Love James' work!

**KevinK7** · 03-17-2022, 01:43 PM

Perfect accessory

**GSFMECH** · 03-17-2022, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Nice. Love James' work!

Yeah he's pretty awesome

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Originally Posted by KevinK7

Perfect accessory

Thanks!! It was a great surprise and matches perfectly

**regan wilson** · 03-17-2022, 05:30 PM

That's a Cool Cooler!

mr.mud1 · 03-19-2022, 01:33 AM

hi Mike,i just read through Castro's build,too bad about the blue truck but you built an awesome truck.great work.it looks tremendous.you do great work.take care.Greg

**GSFMECH** · 03-19-2022, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by regan wilson

That's a Cool Cooler!

Thanks Regan, no pun intended lol.

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Originally Posted by mr.mud1

hi Mike,i just read through Castro's build,too bad about the blue truck but you built an awesome truck.great work.it looks tremendous.you do great work.take care.Greg

Thank you!!

jumpsoffrock · 03-30-2022, 12:19 AM

So what ended up being the cause of the Vintage Air unit not cooling properly?

09-15-2021, 05:28 PM	#1
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build A couple of updates. I had a nagging problem with overheating in traffic. After trying 2 different aluminum radiators I got a local radiator shop to see if he could get me an old school copper brass 4 row radiator. Scored one but was expensive however it cured the problems I was having. Also switched out my AC controls for this slick vintage air unit. I needed the room behind it to clean up the clutter and this did it. AC is working ok but the test will be this coming weekend on a trip to C10s in the Park. I hope I get to see some folks off here, there is a big crew coming from Louisiana with us. Attached Images __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

09-15-2021, 06:17 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Looks good Mike. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 09-16-2021 at 06:41 AM.

09-22-2021, 09:10 AM	#4
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build I guess I missed you and the truck this weekend. I know I did not see all the trucks. I have seen pictures on social media of trucks, and thought "I never saw that one"... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

09-27-2021, 08:00 AM	#6
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Oh boy here we go. This is the next project, think I'm gonna wait until winter to do this one. Attached Images __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

02-21-2022, 03:49 PM	#7
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build I finally got around to cleaning up the bed floor. Gave it a acid wash. I used Ospho and a brass bristle brush, scrubbed it good and neutralized it right away with water. It's amazing how much paint was hiding under all those rust stains. Attached Images __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com Last edited by GSFMECH; 02-23-2022 at 03:08 PM.

02-21-2022, 05:38 PM	#8
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Nice job Mike. Mine is available for cleaning also __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-22-2022, 04:33 PM	#9
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Thanks Bill, I'll get right on that next time I get down your way lol. __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

02-22-2022, 09:21 PM	#10
regan wilson Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tyler texas Posts: 1,537	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Your truck is so cool. The coolest thing is you guys have such a good group of friends that work together on your projects. I'll be through Natchitoches Thursday around 10 or 11 am. Just bring Gringo's truck so I can drive it around the block! Lol __________________ NHRA Super Street 469C It only runs 10.90 at 156 mph

02-22-2022, 09:22 PM	#11
regan wilson Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tyler texas Posts: 1,537	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build I'll be at whatever the Truck Stop is on I49 on the westbound side. __________________ NHRA Super Street 469C It only runs 10.90 at 156 mph

02-23-2022, 12:36 AM	#12
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Bro I wish I could unfortunately I'm overseas in West Africa. Hopefully next time __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

02-23-2022, 07:59 AM	#13
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 649	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build This thread slipped past me, until the recent posts. Wow, I just followed through the build. Kudos for the amazing work, and the truck looks incredible Mad skills on all fronts, sheez, from body work to engine builds, super quality work for sure __________________ '68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 ) '68 C10 50th

03-07-2022, 03:12 PM	#15
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build I've been meaning to post this for awhile. I found a really good used sliding rear window, thought I would give it a try. It's been years since I've had one of these. Attached Images __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

03-08-2022, 07:16 PM	#16
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,615	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build The truck really came out great. I have given up on having a perfect truck, so I always really enjoy seeing somebody else's approach to turning something beat up into something nice without fixing or replacing everything, all new paint, etc. Like the rear slider! Looked back through your thread and found this picture. I wondered if you could point me where to get one of these multi-sized cup holders, haha. Attached Images

03-17-2022, 01:04 PM	#18
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Here is another photo I have been meaning to add. Here's the new matching cooler that my wife surprised me with for Christmas, painted and pin stripped by my buddy James (fishingjred73) Attached Images __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

03-17-2022, 01:07 PM	#19
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Nice. Love James' work! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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03-17-2022, 01:43 PM	#20
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 649	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build Perfect accessory __________________ '68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 ) '68 C10 50th

03-17-2022, 05:30 PM	#22
regan wilson Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tyler texas Posts: 1,537	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build That's a Cool Cooler! __________________ NHRA Super Street 469C It only runs 10.90 at 156 mph

03-19-2022, 01:33 AM	#23
mr.mud1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Joggins Nova Scotia Posts: 1,597	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build hi Mike,i just read through Castro's build,too bad about the blue truck but you built an awesome truck.great work.it looks tremendous.you do great work.take care.Greg

03-30-2022, 12:19 AM	#25
jumpsoffrock Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: California Posts: 963	Re: “Castro” my new 72 build So what ended up being the cause of the Vintage Air unit not cooling properly?

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