Project Vitamin C-10

[jason65]

Very nice work Alan.

[ruffrida2005]

I wish there was a better way to attach it on the bottom. What about welding a small strip of flat stock on the rocker for the seal to sit on.

[jsmithbm]

The work is coming along.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by ruffrida2005

I wish there was a better way to attach it on the bottom. What about welding a small strip of flat stock on the rocker for the seal to sit on.

I've got a lip on the bottom. It's hard to see in the pic. It's part of the outer rocker.

[4dranch]

Nice work Alan. where do you get your weatherstrip from??

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by 4dranch

Nice work Alan. where do you get your weatherstrip from??

Thanks David. i wish I new where the weatherstrips came from. I got them from a guy that is now out of business. Even the front and back glass weatherstrips bags don't have any info other than a part number. There isn't a company name on it.

[ruffrida2005]

Mine dont have any lip on them at all!

[4dranch]

Thanks Alan..
Just curious because it looks like a softer rubber than others i've seen which looks to make it lay flatter and has less memory.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by ruffrida2005

Mine dont have any lip on them at all!

Where did they go? The rust monster get em'?

Originally Posted by 4dranch

Thanks Alan..
Just curious because it looks like a softer rubber than others i've seen which looks to make it lay flatter and has less memory.

There is a guy that can still get a hold of him. If I can remember to have him call him the next time I see him, I will let you know if I find out anything.

[JRBECK64]

Alan's Classics,
I cant wait to see the finished product. You have really put some time into that truck. I noticed air vents in the dash next to the Glove Box. Are you putting in air conditioning or is that a standard feature on the 65? I have been thinking about putting Air in my Sons truck but at this point im thinking more about him putting in the air. Anyway nice truck.

JRBECK64

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Alan's Classics,
I cant wait to see the finished product. You have really put some time into that truck. I noticed air vents in the dash next to the Glove Box. Are you putting in air conditioning or is that a standard feature on the 65? I have been thinking about putting Air in my Sons truck but at this point im thinking more about him putting in the air. Anyway nice truck.

JRBECK64

Thanks for the compliment. My truck didn't come with AC. I don't know how much you have followed my build, but there is nothing factory about my dash. I completely removed the 65 dash and put a 59 Impala dash. I will be installing a Vintage Air system. Thanks for watching.

[JRBECK64]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Thanks for the compliment. My truck didn't come with AC. I don't know how much you have followed my build, but there is nothing factory about my dash. I completely removed the 65 dash and put a 59 Impala dash. I will be installing a Vintage Air system. Thanks for watching.

Alan's Classic,
When I saw the picture of the dash it didn't seem quite right. I also have a 63 Shortwide and I knew it didn't look like that one either so that is what left me scratching my head. Anyway I have been thinking about when I restore my 56 Bigwindow Short Step that I would put vintage air in that one. I cant imagine the fab work and time it must have taken to get that dash to fit. I am really new to this bodywork and fab work so when I see people doing this kind of work it really impresses me. My Sons 64 is the 4th Truck I have restored to this point. If I were to write a book on what I have done so far it would be titled (What Not To Do in a Restoration). I will say this, I am learning everytime I do one of these old trucks. One of the biggest things I think I have learned so far is not to get in a hurry and do it right the first time. Look forward to your future posts.
JRBECK64

[likaroc13]

nice...i need to re-do my door rubber & was wondering what adhesive to use...the PO had used some some Gorilla Glue, so I'm wondering how much of a PIA that's gonna be to remove

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by likaroc13

nice...i need to re-do my door rubber & was wondering what adhesive to use...the PO had used some some Gorilla Glue, so I'm wondering how much of a PIA that's gonna be to remove

I use this. Cover both sides lightly, smear it a little with your finger, and let it get tacky then install the weatherstrip. Don't put too much or you will have a mess using out.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Alan's Classic,
When I saw the picture of the dash it didn't seem quite right. I also have a 63 Shortwide and I knew it didn't look like that one either so that is what left me scratching my head. Anyway I have been thinking about when I restore my 56 Bigwindow Short Step that I would put vintage air in that one. I cant imagine the fab work and time it must have taken to get that dash to fit. I am really new to this bodywork and fab work so when I see people doing this kind of work it really impresses me. My Sons 64 is the 4th Truck I have restored to this point. If I were to write a book on what I have done so far it would be titled (What Not To Do in a Restoration). I will say this, I am learning everytime I do one of these old trucks. One of the biggest things I think I have learned so far is not to get in a hurry and do it right the first time. Look forward to your future posts.
JRBECK64

Other than the Impala dash lookin' cool. My goal was to make it look factory. If people aren't familiar enough with these old trucks they will never know, unless it is pointed out. Several people have looked at it and didn't know any difference.

Originally Posted by MacAttack

Clean rubber installation, Alan. Love this thread - much better than my soap opera.

Mac.

Thanks Mac!!

Originally Posted by Strodder

You have a Soap Opera Build?

Originally Posted by MacAttack

Yeah. Unfortunately.

Mac.

Originally Posted by likaroc13

nice...i need to re-do my door rubber & was wondering what adhesive to use...the PO had used some some Gorilla Glue, so I'm wondering how much of a PIA that's gonna be to remove

I don't have any solvent in mind that would help remove it. I can only imagine how hard and crusty it is. There's easy ways to remove it, but it will take the paint also.

Originally Posted by Strodder

I use this. Cover both sides lightly, smear it a little with your finger, and let it get tacky then install the weatherstrip. Don't put too much or you will have a mess using out.

My picture didn't show the part # Thanks Dennis for taking up my slack.


I didn't have enough adhesive on it last night. i had to go back around it and put some more.

[Strodder]

I'm here for you buddy

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

I don't have any solvent in mind that would help remove it. I can only imagine how hard and crusty it is. There's easy ways to remove it, but it will take the paint also.

yeah, i'll have to look again...i think most of it is at the upper portion of the cab...i think i'm gonna have the top painted white anyway, so if it removes the paint that wouldn't be a big deal...it still sucks tho

[1964C10]

Nice work Alan! that orange color is just awesome! Btw I love that picture with the weedeater underneath the cab lol, I can only imagine!

[jsmithbm]

Originally Posted by 1964C10

Nice work Alan! that orange color is just awesome! Btw I love that picture with the weedeater underneath the cab lol, I can only imagine!

You should see the Coon dog do the yard work with it! I think he is training it to use the riding mower to!
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Couldn't resist Alan, See ya Saturday at the Show.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

I'm here for you buddy

Originally Posted by 1964C10

Nice work Alan! that orange color is just awesome! Btw I love that picture with the weedeater underneath the cab lol, I can only imagine!

Thanks, the orange looks better in person. The flash shows the real brightness of it for the most part. It's got so much dust on it now the flash doesn't help much.

Originally Posted by likaroc13

yeah, i'll have to look again...i think most of it is at the upper portion of the cab...i think i'm gonna have the top painted white anyway, so if it removes the paint that wouldn't be a big deal...it still sucks tho

Good luck with it. Try thinner or goo gone if you have any. I doubt it will work, but worth a shot.

Originally Posted by jsmithbm

You should see the Coon dog do the yard work with it! I think he is training it to use the riding mower to!
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Couldn't resist Alan, See ya Saturday at the Show.

Hell, I can't teach it too block sand. It will be late if I make it to the show. Gotta BD party to go too 3-5 PM If I make it down there I will call you.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by jsmithbm

You should see the Coon dog do the yard work with it! I think he is training it to use the riding mower to!
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Couldn't resist Alan, See ya Saturday at the Show.

This saturday is not the show it's the 3rd saturday. Next weekend.

[ruffrida2005]

Alan I keep trying to give you rep points but it wont let me.

[jgh64pkup]

yeah me too

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by ruffrida2005

Alan I keep trying to give you rep points but it wont let me.

Originally Posted by jgh64pkup

yeah me too

Thanks for the effort guys.

Well I discovered that the headers I bought at the Super chevy show are not Hedmans. I believe they are an Ebay specials. They had info in the box that they were Hedmans. I had the old switch-a-roo pulled on me. I looked at their pic on Hedmans website and look nothing like the ones I have. Mine doesn't even have a metal tag on them saying Hedman like Hedmans do. I guess I got screwed. I'm glad that they haven't sold yet, cause I don't want someone else getting screwed. I was hoping to recoup my money so I could apply it to headers that would fit. Here is a LINKY to what I thought I had. They look like they might even fit, but that is what I thought about the junk I bought. All of this added to my mental frustration.

The top pic is the actual Hedman header and the 2nd pic is the junk I have. You can see the metal tag on the left header on the Hedmans.

[Old School Kid]

Sorry to hear about you header scam, those guys will get theirs!!! I went with the HOOKERS... Fit nice! and I just like saying HOOKER!!

See you at Po BOYS? If this rian could just hold off for an evening