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ZohmBii · 03-02-2020, 06:46 PM

Got the Broski's truck fired up this weekend, found a few leaks and had to pull off the intake manifold to reseal the rear. At least we caught it now so it wasn't too bad.

After getting that done we set the timing and she fired up great. I gotta say I'm impressed by how easy this newer EFI stuff is making it.

I posted a video of the kid starting his truck up over on my Instagram. Here's a quick link: https://www.instagram.com/p/B9PILuPJKXw/

mygmctruck1 · 03-02-2020, 09:17 PM

I spent most of the day removing my steering arm , gotter Done but boy what
a. PITA

**sfont66** · 03-03-2020, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BugzC10

I used this wrench to reach the back bolts. It was slow and tedious, not perfect, but got it done.

Thanks, I will look for one like that. Or perhaps I could make one by heating an old cheap wrench with a torch and bending it .

72c20customcamper · 03-09-2020, 07:31 PM

Did the front half of my headliner on the 77. Really dont want to do the back it was a pain in the butt. Think if they didn't use foam it would still be up there . Foam failed not the glue

72c20customcamper · 03-09-2020, 07:31 PM

Black stuff is what's left of the foam

72c20customcamper · 03-09-2020, 07:33 PM

Close up of the snake bite pattern

72c20customcamper · 03-09-2020, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BugzC10

I used this wrench to reach the back bolts. It was slow and tedious, not perfect, but got it done.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sfont66

Thanks, I will look for one like that. Or perhaps I could make one by heating an old cheap wrench with a torch and bending it .

I made two of them with ratchet type head one for loosing and one for tightening. Easy to do just heat it up and bend the crap put of it

Andy4639 · 03-11-2020, 07:17 PM

I got the stacks hooked up this morning and painted the bed sides this afternoon!
After & before.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-3YgxE12T0

You Tube

**sfont66** · 03-11-2020, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I made two of them with ratchet type head one for loosing and one for tightening. Easy to do just heat it up and bend the crap put of it

Great idea! thanks, I will have to make 1 each

Astro-Balls · 03-11-2020, 10:56 PM

Vent window seals, and window channels.

Also working on a couple of Ford Phaetons, 1934 and a 1935..

72c20customcamper · 03-11-2020, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Astro-Balls

Vent window seals, and window channels.

Also working on a couple of Ford Phaetons, 1934 and a 1935..

Worked in a restoration shop on long island . I have polaroids of it but I believe this is the one since it's one of one 1929 Bentley made for the Paris auto show . The car had been cut up during WWII and was used as a tanker on an RAF airfield . Owner was adamant about leaving the holes in the frame from it being strafed by the luftwaffe. I did the aluminium came as a rough piece I shaped it sanded it to a mirror shine . Took 6 weeks my arms were shot. This was in 1978 .

**sfont66** · 03-13-2020, 10:17 PM

Had the day off work, so I took the opportunity to weld up the new inner rocker,kick panel and outer rocker .

Andy4639 · 03-17-2020, 08:43 PM

Welded in a lockable tool box into the bed side of the ramp truck. Going to paint it to match the bed better.

**rustytruck50** · 03-17-2020, 09:51 PM

Replaced the old, leaky master cylinder cap on my '98.....hoping to give the '72 some attention soon

tdangle · 03-18-2020, 06:32 PM

Got my new crate motor dyno'd today. 249/329 at the rear wheels. Not to bad for a mild cam'd 350

67C10Step · 03-18-2020, 08:16 PM

Got the drivers side step for the bed in rust remover to get it clean for priming. Hope to get both sides in epoxy primer by end of weekend. Pulled vent door from passenger side and vacuumed out at least 5 pounds of leaves and junk. Still needs more work but gonna pull drivers side as well.

Daron65 · 03-20-2020, 08:13 AM

I will be going to get it from the alignment shop. Hopefully its better.

**ohboy321** · 03-22-2020, 02:04 PM

Started routing out the cracks in my 67's new steering wheel in preparation for epoxy. It is going to look at lot worse before it looks better.

Knight72 · 03-22-2020, 02:14 PM

Stripped the door panels out. Two tiny holes. Think I may have one of the best sets of doors around. I was stoked about not needing to reskin or patch the shell extensively. Installed the 4in rear drop springs and track bar. Working on spindles today.

Markus_E · 03-22-2020, 03:05 PM

I get my bedwood finished this week. It looks a little better then the old one

**zicc1835** · 03-23-2020, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Markus_E

I get my bedwood finished this week. It looks a little better then the old one

very nice.......

66clow · 03-23-2020, 09:00 PM

Closer to making it cool. Just hoses left to install.

67C10Step · 03-25-2020, 10:34 PM

Repaired bad section in my intermediate wiring harness. Confirmed the tail lights and back up lights would now work (if installed). Will work on stop and turn signal next. Got tired after a day of moving furniture.

Just working on some small stuff while being socially distant. Going to try to get my bed steps fully stripped and in epoxy primer as well.

SRU1436 · 03-29-2020, 07:34 PM

Finally got around to putting the sound deadener and new carpet. Next weekend will reupholster the bench and then I’m good to get her back on the road. It’s been six weeks since I’ve driven her and I’m going through withdrawals.

SRU1436 · 03-29-2020, 07:35 PM

Oooppss. Sorry they are sideways

03-02-2020, 06:46 PM	#1101
ZohmBii Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Looking for braaaains in Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 49	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the Broski's truck fired up this weekend, found a few leaks and had to pull off the intake manifold to reseal the rear. At least we caught it now so it wasn't too bad. After getting that done we set the timing and she fired up great. I gotta say I'm impressed by how easy this newer EFI stuff is making it. I posted a video of the kid starting his truck up over on my Instagram. Here's a quick link: https://www.instagram.com/p/B9PILuPJKXw/ __________________ 1969 K10 LWB - 383/SM465/T221/4.56 - 8" of lift and 40" tires - the broski's truck aka JackdTruck 1974 C30 Crew Cab Dually - No Eng/No Trans/Bagged sometime in the 1990s and will be worked on sometime in the 2020s ... And a whole gaggle of other projects. Check out what I'm up to on Instagram: @zohmbii

03-02-2020, 09:17 PM	#1102
mygmctruck1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Munising,Mi Posts: 360	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I spent most of the day removing my steering arm , gotter Done but boy what a. PITA

03-09-2020, 07:31 PM	#1104
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Did the front half of my headliner on the 77. Really dont want to do the back it was a pain in the butt. Think if they didn't use foam it would still be up there . Foam failed not the glue 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.

03-09-2020, 07:31 PM	#1105
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Black stuff is what's left of the foam __________________ 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.

03-09-2020, 07:33 PM	#1106
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,626	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Close up of the snake bite pattern 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.

03-11-2020, 10:56 PM	#1110
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Vent window seals, and window channels. Also working on a couple of Ford Phaetons, 1934 and a 1935.. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA Last edited by Astro-Balls; 03-11-2020 at 11:33 PM.

03-13-2020, 10:17 PM	#1112
sfont66 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Pine City MN Posts: 357	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Had the day off work, so I took the opportunity to weld up the new inner rocker,kick panel and outer rocker . Attached Images __________________ 72 C10, Was a 350,M20, Brodix heads,Comp cam, Edelbrock intake&carb, Hedman hedders LWB. Project is now a 5.3(L33) w/PRC stage 2.5 CNC ported 243heads, BTR RedHot cam,Holley Terminator X, T56 magnum. SWB, Boyd tank. 4.5/4 Drop http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...My72c10project

03-17-2020, 08:43 PM	#1113
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 Welded in a lockable tool box into the bed side of the ramp truck. Going to paint it to match the bed better. 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.

03-17-2020, 09:51 PM	#1114
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Replaced the old, leaky master cylinder cap on my '98.....hoping to give the '72 some attention soon __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

03-18-2020, 06:32 PM	#1115
tdangle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got my new crate motor dyno'd today. 249/329 at the rear wheels. Not to bad for a mild cam'd 350 __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

03-18-2020, 08:16 PM	#1116
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 Got the drivers side step for the bed in rust remover to get it clean for priming. Hope to get both sides in epoxy primer by end of weekend. Pulled vent door from passenger side and vacuumed out at least 5 pounds of leaves and junk. Still needs more work but gonna pull drivers side as well. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

03-20-2020, 08:13 AM	#1117
Daron65 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Monaca, PA Western PA Posts: 93	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I will be going to get it from the alignment shop. Hopefully its better. __________________ 1971 Chevrolet C20, Blueprint 355. Holly Street Avenger 430HP. Turbo 350 1952 Chevrolet Deluxe. Stock. True survivor with 1 paint job 1953 Buick Special. GM 355. Just a good smooth engine.

03-22-2020, 02:04 PM	#1118
ohboy321 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Dunbarton, NH Posts: 283	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Started routing out the cracks in my 67's new steering wheel in preparation for epoxy. It is going to look at lot worse before it looks better. Attached Images __________________ Steve/NH 1967 K10 327 Short Bed Stepside 2008 F350 Power Stroke Lariat 2007 BMW X3 2023 BMW X3 M-Sport 2020 BMW 540xi M-Sport 1995 Harley FLSTC

03-22-2020, 02:14 PM	#1119
Knight72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Southside, Alabama Posts: 173	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Stripped the door panels out. Two tiny holes. Think I may have one of the best sets of doors around. I was stoked about not needing to reskin or patch the shell extensively. Installed the 4in rear drop springs and track bar. Working on spindles today. __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside aka Big Rhonda. Still plugging away. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...42#post8247142

03-22-2020, 03:05 PM	#1120
Markus_E Registered User Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Schlaitdorf Germany Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I get my bedwood finished this week. It looks a little better then the old one



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03-23-2020, 09:00 PM	#1122
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 Closer to making it cool. Just hoses left to install. Attached Images

03-25-2020, 10:34 PM	#1123
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 Repaired bad section in my intermediate wiring harness. Confirmed the tail lights and back up lights would now work (if installed). Will work on stop and turn signal next. Got tired after a day of moving furniture. Just working on some small stuff while being socially distant. Going to try to get my bed steps fully stripped and in epoxy primer as well. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

03-29-2020, 07:34 PM	#1124
SRU1436 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: San Ramon, CA Posts: 231	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally got around to putting the sound deadener and new carpet. Next weekend will reupholster the bench and then I’m good to get her back on the road. It’s been six weeks since I’ve driven her and I’m going through withdrawals. Attached Images

03-29-2020, 07:35 PM	#1125
SRU1436 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: San Ramon, CA Posts: 231	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Oooppss. Sorry they are sideways

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