What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter - Page 51 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**basketcase** · 06-05-2020, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Boog

I've been up to my arm pits in the heater/ac parts lately. Cleaning and more cleaning. I made a trip to a jy today scouring parts trucks for things left I might could use. They're picked pretty clean and they haven't added any more 67-72 trucks in several years. It's getting harder to find used parts.

That's for sure. When I got my truck there were three yards close by that had many in them. Now they are mostly gone and anything left is picked clean.

Tom

Happy_dan · 06-05-2020, 06:47 AM

More like what did I try to do.

I have aftermarket wheels on my truck but I have original wheels, hub caps and lug nuts. I needed new tires so I thought in the spirit of originality I would put new tires on old wheels. I have a friend that works for a tire shop so I called and ordered 5 tires

Brought wheels to shop and dropped them off. An hour later I get a call that they are split rims and no one in the area would touch them.

Oh well, took the aftermarket wheels off and had them mounted. I will start looking for a local shop that will do them.

For now, after fixing brakes and carb, I just want to drive it

**Grumpy old man** · 06-07-2020, 09:04 AM

Trying to decide on wheels , I'm leaning old school 15" rallyes . ( Chromed of course

) and picked up a front air dam from Summit .

**BC10** · 06-07-2020, 01:54 PM

Sand primer, sand primer, sand primer, repeat...

67C10Step · 06-07-2020, 08:07 PM

Finished removing all the old brake lines and pulled the front shocks. Stopped after that because it’s gotten summertime hot here. 98 yesterday and 95 today. My fans just were not cutting it.

**allchevy58** · 06-07-2020, 09:24 PM

My friend Joe and I got some more sanding done.

bill3rail · 06-07-2020, 09:37 PM

Update to add pictures. I finished the front end today, Added front power disc brakes, new springs and shocks.

Bill

67C10Step · 06-08-2020, 10:30 AM

bill3rail,
Hmm, let's see: Pickle fork, air hammer, WD40, and a BFH. Looks like front end work to me! Great work.

Gonna send you a PM with some questions if you don't mind.

KMC3420 · 06-08-2020, 10:34 AM

I have spent the last few weekends on my bed, but happy to say the bed is now back on the frame. I have a 3.5/5 drop, and I am hopeful adding my rear tank and cab/motor will help the rear end drop down quite a bit more.
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OregonNed · 06-09-2020, 12:43 AM

With many thanks to member RodnRudy, I have the correct water pump studs for my new fan and fan clutch set-up. Took a little cruise to deliver a dresser and it just felt so good to be cruising with it again.

66clow · 06-09-2020, 08:26 PM

Entered covercraft online virtual car show and received my prize today for top 20 finalists.

**Ol Blue K20** · 06-09-2020, 09:03 PM

Congratulations! A great looking truck.

CryingJoker · 06-09-2020, 09:48 PM

I brought it home today after sitting in storage for almost 15 years. It's been off the road since 92. Surprisingly decent condition. Already ordered my rocker panels and cab corners as well as a new tailgate and front bed panel as this was the worst condition parts. Rockers I might not need as they look decent but it was while I had the chance and its thru my work anyway. Will be a fun project that will take much of my time and more of my money lol. Currently furloughed from work so I have time to play and get the cab right. Have to get the windshield out and see how bad it is overall it has a hole just below drip rail on the drivers side.
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**Ol Blue K20** · 06-09-2020, 10:19 PM

Looks to be a nice project....I'm in for a build....

guy0783 · 06-09-2020, 11:06 PM

3" drop spindles, and 4" springs installed today. A before and after.

**SoCoC10** · 06-10-2020, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by guy0783

3" drop spindles, and 4" springs installed today. A before and after.

Nice work! Like the new stance.

**SoCoC10** · 06-10-2020, 08:12 AM

I’m working on my 1971 Cheyenne SWB. Truck was from Oklahoma then Alburquerque NM. Truck has all 4 original cab supports. This is what came out of the front cab supports. I’m guessing yellow jacket/bee nests? Truck has simulated wood trim on the doors, glove box and instrument cluster so maybe termites?

guy0783 · 06-10-2020, 08:19 AM

Looks like busted up mud dauber nests to me.

67C10Step · 06-10-2020, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by guy0783

Looks like busted up mud dauber nests to me.

Yep, my truck is at least 50 lbs lighter with all those I have scraped or power washed off. One more good washing and about 10 lbs more grease, dirt, and dauber nests and I might have most of it clean.

crying_joker - Cool! Another stepper on the way to saving.

CryingJoker · 06-10-2020, 10:16 AM

Thanks 67c10stepper growing up I liked the fleet side better but the more I've looked at them the better the stepside looks. I want to keep this basic over some of my previous vehicle builds. I want to simply do a reliable go anywhere when I cant or dont want to take my motorcycle.

KMC3420 · 06-10-2020, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 66clow

Entered covercraft online virtual car show and received my prize today for top 20 finalists.

Nice truck. I like that color a lot. Nice job on the prize

68cajun · 06-12-2020, 11:30 PM

Stripped the back of my cab and did some metal works before priming it.

Xavier · 06-13-2020, 07:53 AM

toolboxchev · 06-13-2020, 02:28 PM

Threw some rusty parts in a plastic bucket. Thinking I am on to something very new and interesting, I am going to find more rusty parts and throw them to REINVINIGORATOR!

**Ol Blue K20** · 06-13-2020, 02:55 PM

I finally got brave enough to install my spotlight.

06-05-2020, 06:47 AM	#1252
Happy_dan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: New Boston, NH Posts: 456	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter More like what did I try to do. I have aftermarket wheels on my truck but I have original wheels, hub caps and lug nuts. I needed new tires so I thought in the spirit of originality I would put new tires on old wheels. I have a friend that works for a tire shop so I called and ordered 5 tires Brought wheels to shop and dropped them off. An hour later I get a call that they are split rims and no one in the area would touch them. Oh well, took the aftermarket wheels off and had them mounted. I will start looking for a local shop that will do them. For now, after fixing brakes and carb, I just want to drive it __________________ 1968 C-20 CST Vermillion http://imageevent.com/happy_dan/dantoys/68c20 2019 Silverado 2012 Camaro ZL1

06-07-2020, 09:04 AM	#1253
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Trying to decide on wheels , I'm leaning old school 15" rallyes . ( Chromed of course ) and picked up a front air dam from Summit . Attached Images __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

06-07-2020, 01:54 PM	#1254
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sand primer, sand primer, sand primer, repeat... Attached Images

06-07-2020, 08:07 PM	#1255
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 Finished removing all the old brake lines and pulled the front shocks. Stopped after that because it’s gotten summertime hot here. 98 yesterday and 95 today. My fans just were not cutting it. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

06-07-2020, 09:24 PM	#1256
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,437	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter My friend Joe and I got some more sanding done. Attached Images __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

06-07-2020, 09:37 PM	#1257
bill3rail Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: LI, NY 11801 Posts: 1,140	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Update to add pictures. I finished the front end today, Added front power disc brakes, new springs and shocks. Bill __________________ 1970 C10 8' Fleetside, L6 250, 3 on the Tree. The most basic of pickup trucks!

06-08-2020, 10:30 AM	#1258
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 bill3rail, Hmm, let's see: Pickle fork, air hammer, WD40, and a BFH. Looks like front end work to me! Great work. Gonna send you a PM with some questions if you don't mind. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

06-08-2020, 10:34 AM	#1259
KMC3420 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Harrison, AR Posts: 1,069	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I have spent the last few weekends on my bed, but happy to say the bed is now back on the frame. I have a 3.5/5 drop, and I am hopeful adding my rear tank and cab/motor will help the rear end drop down quite a bit more. Floor sandblasted and epoxy primed: Color matched Raptor liner top and bottom: Mounted on frame: Side shot: Side shot: __________________ Keagan 68 SWB C-10 original 350 A/C 503 Mean Green

06-09-2020, 12:43 AM	#1260
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter With many thanks to member RodnRudy, I have the correct water pump studs for my new fan and fan clutch set-up. Took a little cruise to deliver a dresser and it just felt so good to be cruising with it again. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

06-09-2020, 08:26 PM	#1261
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 Entered covercraft online virtual car show and received my prize today for top 20 finalists. Attached Images

06-09-2020, 09:03 PM	#1262
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Congratulations! A great looking truck. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

06-09-2020, 09:48 PM	#1263
CryingJoker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Pollock, LA Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I brought it home today after sitting in storage for almost 15 years. It's been off the road since 92. Surprisingly decent condition. Already ordered my rocker panels and cab corners as well as a new tailgate and front bed panel as this was the worst condition parts. Rockers I might not need as they look decent but it was while I had the chance and its thru my work anyway. Will be a fun project that will take much of my time and more of my money lol. Currently furloughed from work so I have time to play and get the cab right. Have to get the windshield out and see how bad it is overall it has a hole just below drip rail on the drivers side. [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 03 s-10: daily driver 94 s-10: late model toy 70 c10: starting frame off resto 80 c10: for sale just collecting dust 94 c1500: hauler to and from 55 chevy: hot rod project jus reborn

06-09-2020, 10:19 PM	#1264
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Looks to be a nice project....I'm in for a build.... __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

06-09-2020, 11:06 PM	#1265
guy0783 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Cushing, Ok Posts: 28	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter 3" drop spindles, and 4" springs installed today. A before and after. Attached Images

06-10-2020, 08:12 AM	#1267
SoCoC10 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,303	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I’m working on my 1971 Cheyenne SWB. Truck was from Oklahoma then Alburquerque NM. Truck has all 4 original cab supports. This is what came out of the front cab supports. I’m guessing yellow jacket/bee nests? Truck has simulated wood trim on the doors, glove box and instrument cluster so maybe termites? Attached Images __________________ 07' Extcab Silverado Z71 Silver Birch, 5.3L HO 71' Cheyenne C10 Hugger Orange on Saddle SWB Besides these two, too Many to count



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06-10-2020, 08:19 AM	#1268
guy0783 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Cushing, Ok Posts: 28	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Looks like busted up mud dauber nests to me.

06-10-2020, 10:16 AM	#1270
CryingJoker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Pollock, LA Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Thanks 67c10stepper growing up I liked the fleet side better but the more I've looked at them the better the stepside looks. I want to keep this basic over some of my previous vehicle builds. I want to simply do a reliable go anywhere when I cant or dont want to take my motorcycle. __________________ 03 s-10: daily driver 94 s-10: late model toy 70 c10: starting frame off resto 80 c10: for sale just collecting dust 94 c1500: hauler to and from 55 chevy: hot rod project jus reborn

06-12-2020, 11:30 PM	#1272
68cajun 68 C/10 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Houma Louisiana Posts: 367	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Stripped the back of my cab and did some metal works before priming it. Attached Images __________________ (2009) GMC Sierra Denali 6.2 AWD (67 C/10 fleetside SWB) (2018GMC Yukon Denali) Wifes Car

06-13-2020, 07:53 AM	#1273
Xavier Registered User Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Coatesville, PA Posts: 52	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Attached Images

06-13-2020, 02:28 PM	#1274
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Threw some rusty parts in a plastic bucket. Thinking I am on to something very new and interesting, I am going to find more rusty parts and throw them to REINVINIGORATOR!

06-13-2020, 02:55 PM	#1275
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I finally got brave enough to install my spotlight. Attached Images __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

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