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Bomp · 12-26-2012, 07:41 PM

That snow covered frame sure makes for a nice picture.
All it does here is rain. Looking at wet frames doesn't do it for me anymore

Even in down time your stuff looks neat.

Ta2Don · 12-26-2012, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bomp

That snow covered frame sure makes for a nice picture.
All it does here is rain. Looking at wet frames doesn't do it for me anymore

Even in down time your stuff looks neat.

Thanks Man... looking forward to getting back after it soon...

Ta2Don · 01-04-2013, 04:54 PM

Not much accomplished since our Christmas Snow...

Just thought I'd post these Pics of some of the truck's original documentation, this is the only piece still available, seems the truck was originally purchased by the local school system...

Next step is to see if the school may possibly retain any records...

CRGRS 66 · 01-04-2013, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Not much accomplished since our Christmas Snow...

Just thought I'd post these Pics of some of the truck's original documentation, this is the only piece still available, seems the truck was originally purchased by the local school system...

Next step is to see if the school may possibly retain any records...

Very Cool!

williamsboys · 01-04-2013, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Not much accomplished since our Christmas Snow...

Just thought I'd post these Pics of some of the truck's original documentation, this is the only piece still available, seems the truck was originally purchased by the local school system...

Next step is to see if the school may possibly retain any records...

I got that same little book and metal tag in mine too. It's pretty cool
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bubbalou65 · 01-08-2013, 07:41 PM

you dont mess around. its cold were i am so holdin off abit for winter. likin the truck thou. the blue will look nice. I am havin an issue with fitting a stock back spacing under the rear. any suggestions for that. keep up the post.

Ta2Don · 01-08-2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bubbalou65

you dont mess around. its cold were i am so holdin off abit for winter. likin the truck thou. the blue will look nice. I am havin an issue with fitting a stock back spacing under the rear. any suggestions for that. keep up the post.

If you are talking about wheel backspacing, I'm not sure... I think the wheels I have will fit under the stepside fenders but havent had the bed on it since I swapped to these wheels, sorry I can't be of more help just now. BTW I graduated High School just up 55 from you at Braidwood...

Ta2Don · 01-12-2013, 11:42 AM

No luck with the school retaining records, but one of the mechanics drove the truck from 73 to 93 when it was put out to pasture... I will be dropping by the bus garage to talk with him and show him what I have accomplished so far. That is the only update for now, hopefully I will have some progress to report soon. For now just trying to stay dry with all the weekend rain we have forecast... Enjoy guys!
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McMurphy · 01-13-2013, 12:24 PM

My first 1966 Tempest Custom was stolen while we were stationed in Korea, it too had the original owners manual, and the maintenence book with the metal stamper plate.
Those are awesome little tid bits of vehicle history that really add some punch to their value.

Ta2Don · 01-17-2013, 05:26 PM

It's official, truck project is on hold for a couple of months... Moving my business to a new location locally, so all after-hours for the next few weeks or so will be poured into the move and restructuring, gonna be fun! Will check in occasionally nonetheless.

McMurphy · 01-17-2013, 11:35 PM

Hope you keep tabs on us for sure!
As always I will keep an eye out for when you can get back to posting on your build !!

Hope this move works out best for you !!

Ta2Don · 01-18-2013, 10:24 AM

Thanks Murph, your dash ext is looking Sweet
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Ta2Don · 02-07-2013, 11:54 PM

Making good progress with the biz move, no downtime, which equals "No Interruption in da cash flow," which equals, happy checkbook...

Took the last 18 years to put everything into old location, and 2 days to move it all. Now we get to rearrange and try to find everything!

Here's a pic of a mirror in my Work Area... Can't wait to get back on the Truck Project...

Bomp · 02-08-2013, 12:43 AM

I'm sittin here justa waitin. Like the mirror.

Apathybot · 02-13-2013, 08:53 PM

Nice to see some local 60-66 enthusiasts . I'm down here in Cabot if you ever need a hand. I plan on starting my 64 C20 Build this summer, might find myself in need of some assistance (or ink!)

Ta2Don · 02-14-2013, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Apathybot

Nice to see some local 60-66 enthusiasts . I'm down here in Cabot if you ever need a hand. I plan on starting my 64 C20 Build this summer, might find myself in need of some assistance (or ink!)

Thanks Man, if you are ever up in Searcy, drop by the studio, we are next to the Searcy Cinema behind the Tobacco Station...

64tantruck · 03-11-2013, 08:40 PM

Looks good, Can't wait to see it done.

Glenn

Ta2Don · 03-11-2013, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 64tantruck

Looks good, Can't wait to see it done.

Glenn

me too... then I'll be doing this...

Ta2Don · 03-15-2013, 06:27 PM

My couple of months is up in a few days, so barring any un-forseen issues, I should be posting updates soon...

McMurphy · 03-16-2013, 01:01 AM

Yay !!!

Ta2Don · 03-17-2013, 02:57 PM

Finally a small update, albeit, still an update...

Due to liquid sunshine today, I was unable to do the frame cleaning I had planned... so I was able to get in the shed and do a little...

Got the Cowl vent seals replaced, and the handles removed in preparation to steal Murph's cowl vent cable opening mod.

Since Murph acknowledged Coulter in his build with his "Coulter Trim," I will aptly name the Cowl Vent Cable Controls the "Murph Controls!" Thanks McMurph for posting the vent cable pulls for me to steal the idea for my build.

Ta2Don · 03-29-2013, 09:02 AM

Not much progress to report... but I did pick up a MIG Welder (Cheap) and have made a place in the Shop for it, waiting on my electrician to come over and wire up the 220 receptacle... For the time being I am re-purposing a derelict table saw for use as a welding table, nice steel top, gutted the internals last night, next step is to blast the surface rust... What's the best way to prep the top after the rust is gone??? Oil, WD40, any input is welcome... Thanks for looking in on my ramblings, enjoy!!!

dantimdad · 03-29-2013, 11:45 AM

Look on peachtree woodworking. There is a spray product for cast iron tools that keeps them from rusting and doesn't gum up the work you are doing on it.

Franmar Saw Blade Cleaner Pint (16oz) BBBQTWD

http://www.ptreeusa.com/franmar_chemicals.htm

I have a thing of the aerosol that has lasted for years and works great. Unfortunately it's not sold that way any more.

Steven

Ta2Don · 03-29-2013, 11:47 AM

Thanks Steven!!!

Bomp · 03-29-2013, 12:32 PM

Congrats on the welder. Things are gonna get going now.

What size of wire are you planning on using?

12-26-2012, 07:41 PM	#101
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... That snow covered frame sure makes for a nice picture. All it does here is rain. Looking at wet frames doesn't do it for me anymore Even in down time your stuff looks neat.

01-04-2013, 04:54 PM	#103
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Not much accomplished since our Christmas Snow... Just thought I'd post these Pics of some of the truck's original documentation, this is the only piece still available, seems the truck was originally purchased by the local school system... Next step is to see if the school may possibly retain any records... Attached Images __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

01-08-2013, 07:41 PM	#106
bubbalou65 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Clinton, Illinois Posts: 18	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... you dont mess around. its cold were i am so holdin off abit for winter. likin the truck thou. the blue will look nice. I am havin an issue with fitting a stock back spacing under the rear. any suggestions for that. keep up the post.

01-12-2013, 11:42 AM	#108
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... No luck with the school retaining records, but one of the mechanics drove the truck from 73 to 93 when it was put out to pasture... I will be dropping by the bus garage to talk with him and show him what I have accomplished so far. That is the only update for now, hopefully I will have some progress to report soon. For now just trying to stay dry with all the weekend rain we have forecast... Enjoy guys! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

01-13-2013, 12:24 PM	#109
McMurphy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 2,425	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... My first 1966 Tempest Custom was stolen while we were stationed in Korea, it too had the original owners manual, and the maintenence book with the metal stamper plate. Those are awesome little tid bits of vehicle history that really add some punch to their value. __________________ Michael McMurphy My 66 Stepside My 64 Tow Truck My 66 Tempest Table Of Contents Added to Page1

01-17-2013, 05:26 PM	#110
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... It's official, truck project is on hold for a couple of months... Moving my business to a new location locally, so all after-hours for the next few weeks or so will be poured into the move and restructuring, gonna be fun! Will check in occasionally nonetheless. __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

01-17-2013, 11:35 PM	#111
McMurphy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 2,425	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Hope you keep tabs on us for sure! As always I will keep an eye out for when you can get back to posting on your build !! Hope this move works out best for you !! __________________ Michael McMurphy My 66 Stepside My 64 Tow Truck My 66 Tempest Table Of Contents Added to Page1

01-18-2013, 10:24 AM	#112
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Thanks Murph, your dash ext is looking Sweet Posted via Mobile Device __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

02-07-2013, 11:54 PM	#113
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Making good progress with the biz move, no downtime, which equals "No Interruption in da cash flow," which equals, happy checkbook... Took the last 18 years to put everything into old location, and 2 days to move it all. Now we get to rearrange and try to find everything! Here's a pic of a mirror in my Work Area... Can't wait to get back on the Truck Project... Attached Images __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

02-08-2013, 12:43 AM	#114
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... I'm sittin here justa waitin. Like the mirror.

02-13-2013, 08:53 PM	#115
Apathybot Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cabot AR Posts: 6	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Nice to see some local 60-66 enthusiasts . I'm down here in Cabot if you ever need a hand. I plan on starting my 64 C20 Build this summer, might find myself in need of some assistance (or ink!)

03-11-2013, 08:40 PM	#117
64tantruck Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Jamesville NY Posts: 225	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Looks good, Can't wait to see it done. Glenn __________________ Glenn Korec Jamesville NY 64 C20 350ci Turbo 350 tranny 3.73 gear with air ride. 61 Apache10 (wife's truck) 327ci powerglide. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=570100

03-15-2013, 06:27 PM	#119
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... My couple of months is up in a few days, so barring any un-forseen issues, I should be posting updates soon... __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

03-16-2013, 01:01 AM	#120
McMurphy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 2,425	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Yay !!! __________________ Michael McMurphy My 66 Stepside My 64 Tow Truck My 66 Tempest Table Of Contents Added to Page1

03-17-2013, 02:57 PM	#121
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Finally a small update, albeit, still an update... Due to liquid sunshine today, I was unable to do the frame cleaning I had planned... so I was able to get in the shed and do a little... Got the Cowl vent seals replaced, and the handles removed in preparation to steal Murph's cowl vent cable opening mod. Since Murph acknowledged Coulter in his build with his "Coulter Trim," I will aptly name the Cowl Vent Cable Controls the "Murph Controls!" Thanks McMurph for posting the vent cable pulls for me to steal the idea for my build. Attached Images __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD Last edited by Ta2Don; 03-20-2013 at 08:39 AM. Reason: Add-on



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03-29-2013, 09:02 AM	#122
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Not much progress to report... but I did pick up a MIG Welder (Cheap) and have made a place in the Shop for it, waiting on my electrician to come over and wire up the 220 receptacle... For the time being I am re-purposing a derelict table saw for use as a welding table, nice steel top, gutted the internals last night, next step is to blast the surface rust... What's the best way to prep the top after the rust is gone??? Oil, WD40, any input is welcome... Thanks for looking in on my ramblings, enjoy!!! __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

03-29-2013, 11:45 AM	#123
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Look on peachtree woodworking. There is a spray product for cast iron tools that keeps them from rusting and doesn't gum up the work you are doing on it. Franmar Saw Blade Cleaner Pint (16oz) BBBQTWD http://www.ptreeusa.com/franmar_chemicals.htm I have a thing of the aerosol that has lasted for years and works great. Unfortunately it's not sold that way any more. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

03-29-2013, 11:47 AM	#124
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Thanks Steven!!! __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

03-29-2013, 12:32 PM	#125
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build... Congrats on the welder. Things are gonna get going now. What size of wire are you planning on using?

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