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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Love the video! Really amazing to see how much has been done when you compare the before and now changes. Keep up the great work, can't wait to see this baby running!
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Particularly in the tear down phase as I now find myself looking to other people's builds to see how some of this stuff goes back together !! Yeah....like we are fond of saying around this site, a little progress is still progress !! One day, one task at a time brother ! Quote:
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I thought "Circles" would be pretty appropriate for the subject matter of going full circle on some of the stuff I showed you all. I always considered Joe Satriani one of the greatest guitar men of our age, there are few others of his calibur IMO. Quote:
One thing I have learned on this build is to pick a task or section of the truck and focus on that (and only that) until it is completed. Also to tackle these tasks and areas in a logical order. Doing things too early on (like my hood) was not necessiarily a waste of time, but as the days marched on, it was a waste of space. I did some stuff, then had to set it aside as I did other things that should have been higher on the to-do list. The next time I do one of these it will be from the frame up in keeping with a more traditional approach to it all. I guess I should clear off the back of the truck and take it outside for a trip around the block, and shoot some serious walk around video and photos (something that is near impossible to do in my small garage space) Thanks again for looking guys !! This thing (the truck and the thread) continues to be great fun for me and you all are a large part of that equation !!
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Great job, man! You've made a ton of progress and I'm looking forward to seeing more.
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
WOW, Murph!
Some super-major improvements!!! Quite an accomplishment! Keep it up buddy, it looks great!
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Sgt. I was just catching up on your build and I must say its looking great. I like the way you did the video of the progress. That was the first time I seen your seat, It looks very nice. Keep up the great work. Will be watching.
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Nice video documentation of the progress.
Keep on it hard core. Gotta see it next summer at Good Guys! |
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Loved the Vid! Drivin' by spring?
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great vid as always ..hey do you have a really good shot of your floor mat ..its cool
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Thanks for the video.
Great result and progress.
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Nice video man!
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Great video! I have to ask you now, when standing back and looking at what you've accomplished, did you ever think it would A: get that involved B: that YOU would have the skills to do such a fine job? Like I said before, it's really neat to read a build from beginning to end and watch how much confidence people gain as they learn and progress. That and the friends made while on the journey. Fantastic job I'm sure a lot of us will be stealing a mod or two off your build
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I sure do appreciate your taking a look at it! I should be in your neighborhood next summer with it behind the Tow Truck. Would sure enjoy a chance to share a pot of coffee and compare build notes with you Oregon guys !! Quote:
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You know, if you are not too busy for a visit..... I could probably drive it now....new finish by date is set for St Pattys, Easter by the latest so I have time to get the Tow Truck prepped for the road trip home. Though I am contemplating waiting on a new front glass until I get it home since 1) I wont be driving it home / and 2) it will be A LOT cheaper to get it, and install it down there. I am glad you like the vid man, I know you been keeping an eye on me for most of this build, I appreciate it !! Quote:
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You should do a before and after retrospect on yours as well. I know for me it really gives me a shot of motivation to see what I started with and compare it to what is down in the garage right now. Quote:
Frankly the only reason it went this far is because (literally) it was so easy to disassemble. The wife and I got going on it and we just tore it down so quick and easy (down to cab and frame in the first week) that it naturally evolved into a process of cleaning and painting all the parts....which then lent into making mods and "improvements".....which has of course become what it is today. B: No. Not in a million years would I think I would willingly tackle such a project and learn so much on my own. And I think you are using the word and term "skills" a tad liberally in this case sir !!
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Nope... Skills is a fine term. I enjoy these threads where you see the progression of a person and their skills and their life. It's about more than a truck, these things become a part of you for a reason. It's what's gotten Losh and Cloud 9 and Square Peg where they are. Please continue, Staff Sgt. The end of the @#%## frozen tunnel is in sight!
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Great job McMurphy! First question, how did I miss this build? Subscribed!
Second question, where'd you find a wife that loves the junkyard? Mine allows me "play time" and I thought that was lucky enough...now I'm re-thinking my measure ![]() Seriously though that's a very fine looking truck. I'm doing herculiner on Cecilia on the entire underside and the floor too (just did the hump this week). that stuff is amazing. Just don't get it in your whiskers ![]()
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Mad skills man and these ones come from experience, not book readin or tellin. Wait until you tear into the tow truck, you're gonna whip that thing into shape quick like! At some point in my automotive life I kinda decided that there ain't nothing I can't figure out. What I learned is that most of this stuff is easier than you'd think and it don't take a whole lotta tools to do it. The things you screw up are the things you learn good when you re-do it. Rock on Murph!
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thanks for the pic ..that is a cool find
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I have found that for real happiness it is better when dealing with other living creatures to take a patient, and acceptant stance. When I retire I am going to get a dog. I am going to sit with the litter and whichever of the puppies crawls into my lap and falls asleep is the one going home with me. My wife did a very similar thing with her cats. Quite literally the same thing happened with she and I... During my break in Military Service, I had ended my second marriage, and had sworn off the marital instuition when one day at work a repeat customer walked up and handed me her phone number. So sadly I cannot claim any conscious responsiblity for the relationship bliss I now enjoy (we will be married 16 years this Christmas). I tell my young troopers all the time, "Don't be in a hurry to get married. It is better to be lonely for a while, than make a horrible mistake. It is ok to work a little to make a marriage work, but you shouldn't have to work like an Egyptian slave for it." Good luck with the Herculiner, I really found an appreciation for that stuff on this build. I only have the undersides of my rear fenders that I still want to do with it. About time for an update on your truck, isn't it? Quote:
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Time will tell. Yeah I got 3 of them that day, and two of the Jack ones from Nightmare Before Chrismas. Right now they are in the truck strictly for dust and dirt control along with a fitted sheet across the seat. My garage here is unnaturally filthy !!
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Love the wife story! Mine chased me too till I caught her. I was clueless. ![]() My build became a repair story a few weeks ago. I just finished rebuilding the SM 318. It's smooooooothhhh now. ![]() Now I'm rebuilding the Rockwell T221 and the Dana 44. http://6066gmcclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=47321 I can't wait to see your wheelwells. I'm wondering how well it'll hold up on the road. I've seen Jeeps that were herculiner'ed all over and they seemed to like them.
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Hey McMurphy, being in the medical field, isn't a repeat customer a bad thing? LOL Glad it is working though!!
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Re: Not Another Rebuild Thread....
Glad to see your plugging away. It's been awhile and I thought you had already left. After I get off this 7 day a week schedule I will have to catch up to you. Lol
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you're cool dude. loved the video.
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I have been thinking of you a lot lately!! Dude I would not bug out of town without letting you know, You are still getting this 85 Sierra shell when I know for sure I am done with it !! (if you still want it...) I am not that cool man...but thanks for saying so. LOL I really like how Tilly is coming along, though your taking on more and more projects it seems. Good for business, so rock on !!
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What an incredible build! You are quite humble regarding your talents, skills, originality and perseverance! Really appreciate the pics and videos. They give posers like me both inspiration and, best of all, cool ideas to shamelessly steal and subvert! Thanks for sharing and GOD BLESS YOU for your service to our country!
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McMurphy,
Fantastic build. I had to laugh when I saw post #1217. The label on the gauge cluster. Mine had some reminder labels as well with the same old school label maker. Mine says "check oil and water". And then another at the bottom that says "only use first gear for extreme loads" Bret
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