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my4by2 · 03-25-2011, 09:48 PM

Great build thread man! Keep the pics coming! Thanks also for your service to the country!!! I got out in 2000, but am over in Afghanistan now working as a contractor!

msgross · 03-26-2011, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by my4by2

Great build thread man! Keep the pics coming! Thanks also for your service to the country!!! I got out in 2000, but am over in Afghanistan now working as a contractor!

thanks for your service as well... old lady and I are getting ready to hit the military ball, 3rd one this month... here's pics from the last one.

silver7 · 03-26-2011, 07:34 PM

Nice photo. Brings back some old memories working with the RAVN as BDE Air back at Bragg - good times. Haven't been on much lately but I see you got your MBA, congrats.

68 TT · 03-26-2011, 11:26 PM

Great project. Keep up the great work. I can't believe I haven't seen it before now.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifices to continue to do so.

I got off active duty just before desert storm and put myself through college to get my architecture degree then started working for the air national guard after I graduated. Got medically disqualified six years ago due to knee problems. I miss the job but not the time away from the family.

Hope they start paying you for the work you are doing soon. So is the promotion official now or do you still have to wait for an opening before they can let you advance to major?

msgross · 03-27-2011, 07:51 AM

still waiting for the opening in the rank structure to occur... i'm now 3rd on the list and HRO told me no later than October.... That will be a year and a half of working 1 rank lower than my job, plus pay, plus time in grade for the next promotion... It's not a good system but that's the way it goes. There are other guys that are doing the same and not even on the list.

68 TT · 03-28-2011, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

still waiting for the opening in the rank structure to occur... i'm now 3rd on the list and HRO told me no later than October.... That will be a year and a half of working 1 rank lower than my job, plus pay, plus time in grade for the next promotion... It's not a good system but that's the way it goes. There are other guys that are doing the same and not even on the list.

At least you are on the list.

msgross · 03-28-2011, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 TT

At least you are on the list.

very true, that extra $1,000/month would be nice though...

1970CST-10 · 04-23-2011, 11:21 PM

soo i just finished reading all of this build and I cant wait to see the completion, it gonna be pretty sweet.

msgross · 04-24-2011, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 1970CST-10

soo i just finished reading all of this build and I cant wait to see the completion, it gonna be pretty sweet.

thanks, been on hold for awhile...sorry

I should be back to it next winter after my other projects are wrapped up... plus I'll be promoted by then and the extra pay will help

msgross · 05-04-2011, 09:21 PM

Here's what's been taking up my time.... working on the basement mancave for now

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...4&l=efad8596d2

sdailey · 05-05-2011, 10:05 AM

The mancave looks nice. I like how you mounted the surround sound speakers. It should sound nice. So when's the first

msgross · 05-05-2011, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sdailey

The mancave looks nice. I like how you mounted the surround sound speakers. It should sound nice. So when's the first

thanks. got the speakers from this website www.monoprice.com If you ever need anything for home theatre you should check here first... including HDMI cables, flat panel mounts, and these in-wall speakers... they sound nice and were 1/3 the price of comparable models...

msgross · 06-11-2011, 11:02 PM

well, I finally got the letter i've been waiting for... my promotion voucher finally came in. Only took 14 months longer than it should have. I should be a Major in about 30 days... I'll be starting up my body work fund so I can get this beast together and get it painted... still will take awhile...

Here is a link to my mission at work yesterday... flew 6.2 hours hauling infantry troops, back thru washington DC @ 200ft... not a bad day in the office.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4730520

my4by2 · 06-11-2011, 11:03 PM

Congrats man! Looking forward to seeing more pics of the truck soon!!!

VA72C10 · 06-12-2011, 12:38 AM

Congrats! And great pics!

msgross · 06-12-2011, 06:00 AM

thanks...

renegade6 · 06-12-2011, 06:18 AM

Congrats on the promotion. Just in case nobody told you; Major is the worst rank in the Army.

msgross · 06-12-2011, 08:15 PM

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Congrats on the promotion. Just in case nobody told you; Major is the worst rank in the Army.

yep, the "gold rank lobotomy" is what I call it... 2LT's and MAJ's always seem to be morons... I'll break that mold of course!

thanks guys

just hit my 18th year in the Army too, @ 36 years old i've spent half my life with Uncle Sam... 6 more for a full Active Duty retirement, not bad

68 TT · 06-13-2011, 07:49 PM

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yep, the "gold rank lobotomy" is what I call it... 2LT's and MAJ's always seem to be morons... I'll break that mold of course!

thanks guys

just hit my 18th year in the Army too, @ 36 years old i've spent half my life with Uncle Sam... 6 more for a full Active Duty retirement, not bad

You have already proven you are smarter than every major I have ever known just by your ownership of a 67-72 Chevy truck

**Palf70Step** · 06-12-2011, 07:26 AM

Congrats Major!!

sdailey · 06-12-2011, 09:28 AM

Congrats Mike.

sourkraut · 06-13-2011, 09:24 PM

good things come to those who wait, congrats and thanks!

jaros44sr · 06-13-2011, 10:31 PM

congrats Major Mike, and Thank You for your service...Now maybe we can see some pics of your progress soon!!

msgross · 06-14-2011, 07:50 AM

thanks, guys....

I already finished the required schooling for Lieutenant Colonel... that will be another 5-7 years though I bet before I get a slot...

msgross · 06-17-2011, 09:02 AM

Just spent $500 of the new $1000 raise... refinanced the house to 15years, got 3.75% and will save about $150K in the long run... I was at 4.5% but the refi will save another $20K in 15 years...

If you have a mortgage it's the best time to look into a refi, best rates since the 60's....

03-25-2011, 09:48 PM	#1
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Great build thread man! Keep the pics coming! Thanks also for your service to the country!!! I got out in 2000, but am over in Afghanistan now working as a contractor! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

03-26-2011, 07:34 PM	#3
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! Nice photo. Brings back some old memories working with the RAVN as BDE Air back at Bragg - good times. Haven't been on much lately but I see you got your MBA, congrats. __________________ Shawn 1971 C10 4x4

03-26-2011, 11:26 PM	#4
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Great project. Keep up the great work. I can't believe I haven't seen it before now. Thank you for your service and your sacrifices to continue to do so. I got off active duty just before desert storm and put myself through college to get my architecture degree then started working for the air national guard after I graduated. Got medically disqualified six years ago due to knee problems. I miss the job but not the time away from the family. Hope they start paying you for the work you are doing soon. So is the promotion official now or do you still have to wait for an opening before they can let you advance to major? __________________ 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

03-27-2011, 07:51 AM	#5
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! still waiting for the opening in the rank structure to occur... i'm now 3rd on the list and HRO told me no later than October.... That will be a year and a half of working 1 rank lower than my job, plus pay, plus time in grade for the next promotion... It's not a good system but that's the way it goes. There are other guys that are doing the same and not even on the list. __________________ 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"

04-23-2011, 11:21 PM	#8
1970CST-10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 8	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! soo i just finished reading all of this build and I cant wait to see the completion, it gonna be pretty sweet. __________________ 09 Silverado Crew Cab Z71 70 CST-10

05-04-2011, 09:21 PM	#10
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! Here's what's been taking up my time.... working on the basement mancave for now http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...4&l=efad8596d2 __________________ 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"

05-05-2011, 10:05 AM	#11
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! The mancave looks nice. I like how you mounted the surround sound speakers. It should sound nice. So when's the first __________________ Shannon

06-11-2011, 11:02 PM	#13
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! well, I finally got the letter i've been waiting for... my promotion voucher finally came in. Only took 14 months longer than it should have. I should be a Major in about 30 days... I'll be starting up my body work fund so I can get this beast together and get it painted... still will take awhile... Here is a link to my mission at work yesterday... flew 6.2 hours hauling infantry troops, back thru washington DC @ 200ft... not a bad day in the office. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4730520 __________________ 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"

06-11-2011, 11:03 PM	#14
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Congrats man! Looking forward to seeing more pics of the truck soon!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

06-12-2011, 12:38 AM	#15
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06-12-2011, 06:00 AM	#16
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! thanks... __________________ 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"

06-12-2011, 06:18 AM	#17
renegade6 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texarkana, TX Posts: 443	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Congrats on the promotion. Just in case nobody told you; Major is the worst rank in the Army. __________________ Brandon 63 Biscayne https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/90718-63-Biscayne 57 Chevy Truck (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321380 72 K20 Long bed stepside (wife's) 72 K20 Long bed 396 (flip or keep...?) The latest build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...76#post8438476

06-12-2011, 07:26 AM	#20
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06-12-2011, 09:28 AM	#21
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06-13-2011, 09:24 PM	#22
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06-13-2011, 10:31 PM	#23
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,452	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! congrats Major Mike, and Thank You for your service...Now maybe we can see some pics of your progress soon!! __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

06-14-2011, 07:50 AM	#24
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! thanks, guys.... I already finished the required schooling for Lieutenant Colonel... that will be another 5-7 years though I bet before I get a slot... __________________ 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"

06-17-2011, 09:02 AM	#25
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! Just spent $500 of the new $1000 raise... refinanced the house to 15years, got 3.75% and will save about $150K in the long run... I was at 4.5% but the refi will save another $20K in 15 years... If you have a mortgage it's the best time to look into a refi, best rates since the 60's.... __________________ 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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