Al's 71C10 Rebuild

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by Texas Pugh

Your truck looks great! You have done a super job. Congrats.
The billet hinges are sweet. Justin at Scott's is a HOSS as we say in Texas and taking great care of me as well. Your truck looks awesome!

Thank you!!!!!

Justin has been great to deal with and great prices to boot...
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[widewhite70]

The hinges look great and I can only imagine how much better the hood operates with those on there, I bet it even closes the way it should every time!

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by widewhite70

The hinges look great and I can only imagine how much better the hood operates with those on there, I bet it even closes the way it should every time!

Thanks!!!

yes it does operate very smooth.....

[big_al_71]

I had someone try to buy my truck and I got really close to letting it go. since then I have been thinking of what else I could do to my truck. Of course I could pick it apart as there are some small details that I would like to do. so with this in mind those of you that have followed my build since day one I would like to see what wouild you guys suggest that I add or redo!!

you ARE NOT going to hurt my feelings in anyway shape or form so how about it guys bring on the suggestions....

[raull]

i would like to see what wouild you guys suggest that I add or redo!!

you ARE NOT going to hurt my feelings in anyway shape or form so how about it guys bring on the suggestions....[/QUOTE]



ill have the truck stripped in a few hours !!!! dont get me started !!! lol

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by raull

i would like to see what wouild you guys suggest that I add or redo!!

you ARE NOT going to hurt my feelings in anyway shape or form so how about it guys bring on the suggestions....

ill have the truck stripped in a few hours !!!! dont get me started !!! lol[/QUOTE]




There is my boy!!!!!

That is what I am afraid off that my truck will end up looking like this again...

[Texas Pugh]

You could do something like this.....Scott's Hot Rod IFS.

[gringoloco]

Make it more reliable and more fun to drive- whatever that means to you. For me, it's handling/braking upgrades and modern drivetrain. That is, if you wanna drive it- if you want a show queen- lay it on the ground. Both? Porterbuilt time
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[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Make it more reliable and more fun to drive- whatever that means to you. For me, it's handling/braking upgrades and modern drivetrain. That is, if you wanna drive it- if you want a show queen- lay it on the ground. Both? Porterbuilt time
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It is a relaible driver thats for sure and not a queen . It does have wilwood brakes on all four corners with upgraded suspension..Now the LS convertion has been a topic here at the shop with my guys..

[screaminchevypickup]

How's the paint?? Maybe some new color..
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[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by screaminchevypickup

How's the paint?? Maybe some new color..
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the paint is maybe a 6 out of 10 however not really considering it as I dont want to have to be worried sick about a chip or a scratch when I do drive it. Which several of my friends barely drive their vehicles because of the 10k paint jobs. I will one day have the truck perfectly painted and any dent out of it and all body panels aligned perfect.

thanks for the suggestions keep them coming.




things that I am considering at this moment

* Re upholster the seat in black leather
* Redo the door panels
* Replace the bed wheel inner tubs (Mine have dents on them)
* Billet inner door handles, vent window handles and crank handles
*Radiator filler panels (Not really sure about this one I dont know if I really like them yet)
*Smoot front chrome bumper (Waiting for the rear one to be available as it does not seem it is) then replace both.

[ColoradoK5]

things that I am considering at this moment

* Re upholster the seat in black leather
* Redo the door panels
* Replace the bed wheel inner tubs (Mine have dents on them)
* Billet inner door handles, vent window handles and crank handles
*Radiator filler panels (Not really sure about this one I dont know if I really like them yet)
*Smoot front chrome bumper (Waiting for the rear one to be available as it does not seem it is) then replace both.[/QUOTE]


WEll I'm glad you didnt let her go. I think your list is pretty solid. how is your stereo system? maybe up grade there?

I say enjoy and add things as you see fit, take a road trip out to AZ for Dinos party!

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by Gus350

I love the way your engine looks I dont think this truck need's LS. But a thumbs up on the leather, I'm thinking Ostrich outlines . But first under the hood I think it needs some sheetmetal to clean up the gap between the top of the grill and the radiater support.I think this would really set the new hinges off.

I think the radiator filler panels are growing on me ..

Thank you for your feedback...

Originally Posted by ColoradoK5

things that I am considering at this moment

* Re upholster the seat in black leather
* Redo the door panels
* Replace the bed wheel inner tubs (Mine have dents on them)
* Billet inner door handles, vent window handles and crank handles
*Radiator filler panels (Not really sure about this one I dont know if I really like them yet)
*Smoot front chrome bumper (Waiting for the rear one to be available as it does not seem it is) then replace both.

WEll I'm glad you didnt let her go. I think your list is pretty solid. how is your stereo system? maybe up grade there?

I say enjoy and add things as you see fit, take a road trip out to AZ for Dinos party![/QUOTE]



A trip to Dino would be completely awesome however I dont think I could afford to drive this truck there as it's gas mileage it's horrible. shipping it out west could be an option I fly out there hang out for three or four days with it then ship it back. that would definetly be an expensive weekend.
The stereo is nothing more than a radio and two speakers. being that I still have the gas tank inside the cab I am limited to what I could add in there plus i have all the electronice for the air ride controller under the seat.


thanks for the suggestions........

[Gus350]

I love the way your engine looks I dont think this truck need's LS. But a thumbs up on the leather, I'm thinking Ostrich outlines . But first under the hood I think it needs some sheetmetal to clean up the gap between the top of the grill and the radiater support.I think this would really set the new hinges off.

[big_al_71]

If I switch it would be this one instead.....but I would let my buddy Raull finish his off then this could happen...

[Lolyin58]

I would love to do an upgrade like that, but its a lot of work and just easier to jump in and drive it as is. It works fine!!

[HarrySmith]

Al, just let me adjust the shifter for you!



I think a radiator filler panel with the billett mounts I already mentioned would be nice. Get a plain one and have it custom engraved! Maybe Big Al in a bowtie??

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by HarrySmith

Al, just let me adjust the shifter for you!



I think a radiator filler panel with the billett mounts I already mentioned would be nice. Get a plain one and have it custom engraved! Maybe Big Al in a bowtie??

Thats a great idea however it will have your intials, Raul's and johnny's as you guys are the main reason that I have this truck the way it is....


I dont know what you are talking about the shifter,,,, however call me or text me let me know what you are thinking..

[HarrySmith]

Well, I was thinking that was how this all got started in the first place and now it is time to start over

[OC 72]

Hey Big Al....sounds like you just need another project..
Your truck is outright awesome the way it is!

[big_al_71]

Wondering if this should be the next stance for sylvester.....

I was warned about this

[lolife99]

I agree,... find another truck.
Yours is perfect the way it is.

[CC69Rat]

Noooo.. you need a 67-68 fleet.
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[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by lolife99

I agree,... find another truck.
Yours is perfect the way it is.

thanks for the compliment keith... and I agree I will have to keep on searching for a different year something between 67-70.

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Noooo.. you need a 67-68 fleet.
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Been searching for a while but not luck. The one that Rene just got would fit the bill perfect. Keep your eyes on the lookout for me guys. Agreed that definetly a 67-68 would fit the bill perfect.

[CC69Rat]

I know where a 68 cst, swb fleet is sitting right now. Dark blue / white.

An old man has it and refuses to sell. It has about 4-5ft high weeds around it.
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