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**yote1234** · 05-27-2009, 07:28 PM

im liking the fuel door... you should patient it... nice!

**rob32472** · 05-28-2009, 12:36 AM

can you show more details on the filler door..... that is slick

HuggerCST · 05-28-2009, 08:56 AM

Thanks! Here's a link to a few more pics and info. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ht=tail+filler

HuggerCST · 07-19-2009, 11:20 PM

I got some work done this week. To start off, I took the front cap back off so that I could finish up a few things before the final assembly. I finished up the brake lines and now have brakes again since swapping to disc on the front. Then I dissasembled and changed the color of my dash to match the seats, swapped out the column and steering wheel, and just got a few minor things cleaned up and finished. I tried to install my windshield, but my help cracked it for me. Oh well, now I'll just get the glass company to come out and put a new one in. Then I tried to put in my rear glass, but my rubber seal was split. Hopefully it will start coming together soon.

**Hart_Rod** · 07-19-2009, 11:29 PM

Looks great Wynne.

Security guy · 07-24-2009, 09:10 AM

I just saw this and your truck looks great! I'm re-doing mine also but with a red/white combo. What color of white do you have? I know there is several shades of white and I can't decide what would look the best. Any recomendations? Thanks

HuggerCST · 08-20-2009, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Security guy

I just saw this and your truck looks great! I'm re-doing mine also but with a red/white combo. What color of white do you have? I know there is several shades of white and I can't decide what would look the best. Any recomendations? Thanks

Sorry it took me so long, I kept forgetting to look at the paint code. It's code 521 pure linen white. It's supposed to be the same as original. I think the bright white looks good against orange or red.

VA72C10 · 08-20-2009, 09:36 AM

Looks great...not sure how I've missed this thread but I just read through it. Great job it's really coming together....from your other truck's build thread I heard there might be some more progress on this???

HuggerCST · 08-20-2009, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Looks great...not sure how I've missed this thread but I just read through it. Great job it's really coming together....from your other truck's build thread I heard there might be some more progress on this???

I'm making a little bit of progress, but I don't have any pics yet. I've got several things that I'm trying to finish, but I'm waiting for a few parts. I've got about half of the trim on, trying to put my headers and stainless exhaust on, installed my shoulder belts and am/fm today, and I still have some painting to do. I'm trying to get it done by the end of September so I can take it to Cruisin the coast.

VA72C10 · 08-20-2009, 09:46 AM

Which drop spindles did you end up going with? Trying to figure out if I need to do the modular CPP ones to pull the front wheels in...

HuggerCST · 08-20-2009, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Which drop spindles did you end up going with? Trying to figure out if I need to do the modular CPP ones to pull the front wheels in...

I can't remember the brand, sorry, but they are 2.5" drop spindles made for mid 80's trucks.(1" rotor) I haven't heard about the modular spindles. I went with a 8" wide front wheel with a 5" backspace and they fit great, but my rear wheels are 9.5's with a 5.25 backspace, and the front track is still a little wider than the rear.
I should have some update pics next week.

gcburdic · 08-20-2009, 12:09 PM

IIDY???....lol

**70cst** · 08-20-2009, 02:13 PM

WOW...its getting sweeter by the day!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 08-22-2009, 12:59 AM

Wow she looks great...

HuggerCST · 08-24-2009, 11:12 AM

The final push is on to get it done by October. I've been working on it for the last week and made some progress, but still have a lot to finish. I got most of the trim on, and I must say that I am impressed with this trim. I got it from Kingsparts (Goodmark), a few years ago. I also got the guts and glass in the driver's door. I had some bad spots in the paint on the driver side fender and the passenger door, so I decided to repaint them before I put the trim on them. I also got my headers and air cleaner on (now I need to find some nice valve covers), and I got my radio in an working along with a few other things here & there. Next is wiring up the LED tail lights.

**GSFMECH** · 08-26-2009, 09:58 PM

It's looking awesome Wynne, it's gonna look great at CTC, I can't wait.

HuggerCST · 08-26-2009, 11:36 PM

Thanks! A little more progress has been made. I finally finished the fuel filler and LED tail lights, along with a few other things. I still haven't filled the tank yet though.

VA72C10 · 08-24-2009, 11:27 AM

Looking VERY NICE!!!

62 short step · 08-24-2009, 01:21 PM

Looking good Wynne! I hope to see it in October!

VA72C10 · 08-27-2009, 12:32 AM

Looks great...those LED's are bright!!!! That taillight fill is an awesome mod!!!

HuggerCST · 08-27-2009, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Looks great...those LED's are bright!!!! That taillight fill is an awesome mod!!!

Yes they are! And that's just with the parking lights on!

They really aren't as bright as they look in the pic, but definately brighter than stock.

**lolife99** · 08-27-2009, 12:22 PM

Cool mod!
What holds the tailight in the up/closed position?

HuggerCST · 08-27-2009, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Cool mod!
What holds the tailight in the up/closed position?

It has a throttle spring mounted at a angle so that it holds it closed, and when you open it, the spring cams over and holds it open. This is the best pic that I could get of it. You can see where the spring hooks into the light housing in the bottom pic, just below my finger.

Security guy · 08-27-2009, 11:01 PM

Thanks for the paint info! Your truck is coming along nicely. I like the fuel filler - great idea. Looking good!

HuggerCST · 09-02-2009, 11:22 PM

Bed floor done, with hidden bed mounting bolts. This is white oak, with a little stain on it to bring the grain out, and about 5 coats of Helmsman spar urethane.

05-27-2009, 07:28 PM	#1
yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,330	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build im liking the fuel door... you should patient it... nice! __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

05-28-2009, 12:36 AM	#2
rob32472 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: dallas ga Posts: 1,505	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build can you show more details on the filler door..... that is slick

05-28-2009, 08:56 AM	#3
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Thanks! Here's a link to a few more pics and info. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ht=tail+filler __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

07-19-2009, 11:20 PM	#4
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build I got some work done this week. To start off, I took the front cap back off so that I could finish up a few things before the final assembly. I finished up the brake lines and now have brakes again since swapping to disc on the front. Then I dissasembled and changed the color of my dash to match the seats, swapped out the column and steering wheel, and just got a few minor things cleaned up and finished. I tried to install my windshield, but my help cracked it for me. Oh well, now I'll just get the glass company to come out and put a new one in. Then I tried to put in my rear glass, but my rubber seal was split. Hopefully it will start coming together soon. Attached Images __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

07-19-2009, 11:29 PM	#5
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,840	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Looks great Wynne. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

07-24-2009, 09:10 AM	#6
Security guy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sarasota, Fl. Posts: 441	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build I just saw this and your truck looks great! I'm re-doing mine also but with a red/white combo. What color of white do you have? I know there is several shades of white and I can't decide what would look the best. Any recomendations? Thanks

08-20-2009, 09:36 AM	#8
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Looks great...not sure how I've missed this thread but I just read through it. Great job it's really coming together....from your other truck's build thread I heard there might be some more progress on this??? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-20-2009, 09:46 AM	#10
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Which drop spindles did you end up going with? Trying to figure out if I need to do the modular CPP ones to pull the front wheels in... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-20-2009, 12:09 PM	#12
gcburdic Restoration Virgin! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 8,298	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build IIDY???....lol __________________ Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present Last edited by gcburdic; 08-20-2009 at 12:10 PM.

08-20-2009, 02:13 PM	#13
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build WOW...its getting sweeter by the day! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

08-22-2009, 12:59 AM	#14
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,604	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Wow she looks great... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

08-24-2009, 11:12 AM	#15
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build The final push is on to get it done by October. I've been working on it for the last week and made some progress, but still have a lot to finish. I got most of the trim on, and I must say that I am impressed with this trim. I got it from Kingsparts (Goodmark), a few years ago. I also got the guts and glass in the driver's door. I had some bad spots in the paint on the driver side fender and the passenger door, so I decided to repaint them before I put the trim on them. I also got my headers and air cleaner on (now I need to find some nice valve covers), and I got my radio in an working along with a few other things here & there. Next is wiring up the LED tail lights. Attached Images __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

08-26-2009, 09:58 PM	#16
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 815	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build It's looking awesome Wynne, it's gonna look great at CTC, I can't wait. __________________ 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

08-26-2009, 11:36 PM	#17
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Thanks! A little more progress has been made. I finally finished the fuel filler and LED tail lights, along with a few other things. I still haven't filled the tank yet though. Attached Images __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

08-24-2009, 11:27 AM	#18
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Looking VERY NICE!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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08-24-2009, 01:21 PM	#19
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Looking good Wynne! I hope to see it in October! __________________ www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com 1965 c-10 86 chevy c/k 20

08-27-2009, 12:32 AM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Looks great...those LED's are bright!!!! That taillight fill is an awesome mod!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-27-2009, 12:22 PM	#22
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,692	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Cool mod! What holds the tailight in the up/closed position? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

08-27-2009, 11:01 PM	#24
Security guy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sarasota, Fl. Posts: 441	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Thanks for the paint info! Your truck is coming along nicely. I like the fuel filler - great idea. Looking good!

09-02-2009, 11:22 PM	#25
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: HuggerCST's '70 SWB CST build Bed floor done, with hidden bed mounting bolts. This is white oak, with a little stain on it to bring the grain out, and about 5 coats of Helmsman spar urethane. Attached Images __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

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