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Old 11-22-2018, 12:24 AM   #1
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Looks great Jim, especially the through the windshield on the road picture!
Thanks Doug, I took one of the dash showing speed and tach, but it was not clear...Jim
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Old 11-22-2018, 07:25 AM   #2
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I have been in that Shotgun Seat looking through that windshield on that same Road! Wish I could do it more Often. So Glad you have it back together and Looking Good.
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Old 11-22-2018, 09:57 AM   #3
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I have been in that Shotgun Seat looking through that windshield on that same Road! Wish I could do it more Often. So Glad you have it back together and Looking Good.
Thanks Ray, wish you could also, anytime, seat is always available...Jim
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Old 11-22-2018, 10:08 AM   #4
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Truck looks great again Jim.....
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Old 11-23-2018, 12:30 AM   #5
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Old 12-16-2018, 08:34 PM   #6
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Beautiful 59* day here in southern Missouri, so I took the truck out for a drive, here's a couple pics...Jim
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Old 12-16-2018, 10:07 PM   #7
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Jim, so glad you could get your truck out today...and really glad the deer stayed away!

It was nice here too.
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Old 12-17-2018, 12:07 AM   #8
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Jim, so glad you could get your truck out today...and really glad the deer stayed away!

It was nice here too.
Thanks Doug, yes I was keeping a close watch...Jim
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Old 12-17-2018, 04:59 AM   #9
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Great to see you on the road again!
The chrome grill really pops out.

Nice scenery you driving through!
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Now tell the truth Jim, Did you let Her Loose or just cruise along? Glad you had a Nice day and Ride.
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Old 12-17-2018, 09:50 AM   #11
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Great to see you on the road again!
The chrome grill really pops out.

Nice scenery you driving through!
Thanks Kees, enjoyed the ride...Jim

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Now tell the truth Jim, Did you let Her Loose or just cruise along? Glad you had a Nice day and Ride.
Hey Ray, didn't get on it hard, just ran it up to 4500 rpm a couple times...Jim
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Old 12-18-2018, 12:24 PM   #12
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jim thats great you are stretching the cruising season! put a christmas tree in the bed and wear a santa cap and you will make the paper for sure!
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Old 12-18-2018, 08:10 PM   #13
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jim thats great you are stretching the cruising season! put a christmas tree in the bed and wear a santa cap and you will make the paper for sure!
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Old 12-20-2018, 11:00 AM   #14
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Jim,
Truck looks fantastic. glad to see you have it back out on the road and enjoying it. I think the chrome grille looks great also.
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Old 12-21-2018, 12:25 AM   #15
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Truck looks fantastic. glad to see you have it back out on the road and enjoying it. I think the chrome grille looks great also.
Thank you, I'm happy it's back on the road, everyone likes the chome grill...Jim
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While your at it Jim, add a Little SMOKE to those REAR Tires!
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Old 12-22-2018, 11:08 AM   #17
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While your at it Jim, add a Little SMOKE to those REAR Tires!
Ray, with the 2:73 rear axle and light weight at back, they don't make much smoke....Jim
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I seldom get over to this side of the board so just now checking out your build. I love the truck and the color is awesome. Nicely done all the way around!
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Old 12-22-2018, 11:13 AM   #19
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I seldom get over to this side of the board so just now checking out your build. I love the truck and the color is awesome. Nicely done all the way around!
CG, thank you so much, I'm honored that looking thru the 47-59 group, that you chose my build. Thanks again...Jim
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Same to you and yours!
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Truck looks awesome - great to see you back on the road! Merry Christmas!
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