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VA72C10 · 07-24-2011, 08:03 PM

The chrome windows look much better! And we'll give you a pass on the tilt....what's one extra lever among friends

67chevy1series · 07-25-2011, 02:42 AM

nice progress truck looks good. you inspire me to not be scared to do the difficult task of rebuilding my vent windows which need new chrome rubbers and windows there basically trashed but they are 67 chrome and hard to find. so i want to keep them.

stealthy '69 · 07-25-2011, 08:15 PM

i thought you said you weren't getting much done? it looks like you're moving right along at a pretty good pace. Keep up the good work.

**lolife99** · 07-25-2011, 08:19 PM

Thanks for all the comments.
This thread keeps me motivated.
Waiting on some parts to come in now.
Still have plenty to do.
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oldblue1968chevy · 07-26-2011, 11:56 AM

What parts are comming in..

Blazn C5 · 07-28-2011, 01:14 PM

Very cool project. Your truck and n2billets have me thinkin I shouldnt have passed on the original paint steppers I had a chance to buy over the years.

mcbassin · 07-28-2011, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blazn C5

Very cool project. Your truck and n2billets have me thinkin I shouldnt have passed on the original paint steppers I had a chance to buy over the years.

Steppers are awesome. I loved my 67 I had many years ago. Good thing I have enough parts to build one some day. Too bad no original paint on them though.

**lolife99** · 07-29-2011, 10:58 PM

Not much of an update.
I've been working on painting a few small pieces and buying misc. parts.
I did get my steering shaft installed earlier in the week.

I spent all day getting NO-LIFE out of storage, and cleaning it up.
I'm going to get "side tracked" on this truck this weekend.
(that is one ugly bedside,...)

n2billet · 07-29-2011, 11:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

No much of an update.
I've been working on painting a few small pieces and buying misc. parts.
I did get my steering shaft installed earlier in the week.

I spent all day getting NO-LIFE out of storage, and cleaning it up.
I'm going to get "side tracked" on this truck this weekend.
(that is one ugly bedside,...)

That's what I'm talking about! If the bedside bothers you I will gladly take it off your hands!

**lolife99** · 07-29-2011, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n2billet

That's what I'm talking about! If the bedside bothers you I will gladly take it off your hands!

Bring an extra trailer to Kansas,...
Ha.

70k52wd · 07-29-2011, 11:43 PM

That shaft has some curve to it.
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FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-30-2011, 09:51 AM

Hey kieth those brake line holders are custom correct? You did build those from nothing or are they some modified item?

**lolife99** · 07-30-2011, 10:20 AM

I bought them online.
They came from a place that sells clamps for VW rail buggys.

Here's the original thread:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ght=line+clamp

mcbassin · 07-30-2011, 01:23 PM

Keith,
From the looks of this ride, I think you have doing some planning for a while

I love all the subtle custom details. Keep the pics coming.

Bentblazer · 07-30-2011, 10:43 PM

Looks good Keith!

72BlckButy · 07-31-2011, 10:43 AM

Guys... I've been fortunate enough to check out this truck first hand and know that he is putting great attention to detail. This thing will be slick when it's done.

I would have given up on the steering linkage.

**lolife99** · 07-31-2011, 08:34 PM

Today I did some painting on parts for my red '69.
So while that was drying,... I decided to tackle the last two brake lines on my Dropmember chassis.
(the top two in the prop valve,... with the 180 degree bends)
These were from the Wilwood M/C down to the frame mounted SSBC proportioning valve.
I like the challenge of bending brake lines, but was worried about scratching my freshly painted firewall.
It seems like the more bending and flaring, of brake lines that you do,... the better you get.
Not the case for me.
It still took several hours.
The line seperators are a "Made 4 You" product from Summit Racing,... that came in last week..

**lolife99** · 07-31-2011, 08:38 PM

The Wilwood M/C allows you to install the brake lines on the LH or RH side.
I wanted to install them on the RH side,... but they were going to be directly in the way of the column shift linkage,... so this is the route I went.

mcbassin · 07-31-2011, 09:01 PM

Nice work on the brake lines. What kind of material is that? How hard was it to bend to the shape you wanted? I am currently fighting with some pre-bent lines. They don't exactly fit the way I expected. These will be the last ones I buy. The next ones I will bend myself for sure.

**lolife99** · 07-31-2011, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Nice work on the brake lines. What kind of material is that? How hard was it to bend to the shape you wanted? I am currently fighting with some pre-bent lines. They don't exactly fit the way I expected. These will be the last ones I buy. The next ones I will bend myself for sure.

These are started as 5' sticks of 3/16" brake line from NAPA.
Pretty easy to bend with a good bender.

**N2TRUX** · 07-31-2011, 09:13 PM

Nice work Keith. Looks like some decent progress to me.

n2billet · 07-31-2011, 09:33 PM

Nice clean work Keith!

Q: What did you use to plug the dipstick hole on the passenger side of the block?

**lolife99** · 07-31-2011, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n2billet

Nice clean work Keith!

Q: What did you use to plug the dipstick hole on the passenger side of the block?

The crate engine came with a bag full of steel plugs. (2 or 3).
I was going to get them from my local GM parts guy,... but I found them hiding under the cardboard intake cover.

n2billet · 07-31-2011, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

The crate engine came with a bag full of steel plugs. (2 or 3).
I was going to get them from my local GM parts guy,... but I found them hiding under the cardboard intake cover.

Figures: I guess mine fell out after they dropped the motor......

jasonhall · 07-31-2011, 10:19 PM

Looks very clean.. Im keeping this info for my 69!

07-24-2011, 08:03 PM	#126
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project: Ginger The chrome windows look much better! And we'll give you a pass on the tilt....what's one extra lever among friends __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-25-2011, 02:42 AM	#127
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Project: Ginger nice progress truck looks good. you inspire me to not be scared to do the difficult task of rebuilding my vent windows which need new chrome rubbers and windows there basically trashed but they are 67 chrome and hard to find. so i want to keep them.

07-25-2011, 08:19 PM	#129
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Ginger Thanks for all the comments. This thread keeps me motivated. Waiting on some parts to come in now. Still have plenty to do. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-26-2011, 11:56 AM	#130
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project: Ginger What parts are comming in.. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-28-2011, 01:14 PM	#131
Blazn C5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Orangevale, Ca Posts: 347	Re: Project: Ginger Very cool project. Your truck and n2billets have me thinkin I shouldnt have passed on the original paint steppers I had a chance to buy over the years.

07-29-2011, 10:58 PM	#133
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Ginger Not much of an update. I've been working on painting a few small pieces and buying misc. parts. I did get my steering shaft installed earlier in the week. I spent all day getting NO-LIFE out of storage, and cleaning it up. I'm going to get "side tracked" on this truck this weekend. (that is one ugly bedside,...) Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 08-06-2011 at 11:31 PM.

07-29-2011, 11:43 PM	#136
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project: Ginger That shaft has some curve to it. Posted via Mobile Device

07-30-2011, 09:51 AM	#137
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Project: Ginger Hey kieth those brake line holders are custom correct? You did build those from nothing or are they some modified item? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-30-2011, 10:20 AM	#138
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Ginger I bought them online. They came from a place that sells clamps for VW rail buggys. Here's the original thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ght=line+clamp __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 07-30-2011 at 03:03 PM.

07-30-2011, 01:23 PM	#139
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project: Ginger Keith, From the looks of this ride, I think you have doing some planning for a while I love all the subtle custom details. Keep the pics coming. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

07-30-2011, 10:43 PM	#140
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: Project: Ginger Looks good Keith! __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat Last edited by Bentblazer; 07-30-2011 at 10:43 PM. Reason: ooos

07-31-2011, 10:43 AM	#141
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Ginger Guys... I've been fortunate enough to check out this truck first hand and know that he is putting great attention to detail. This thing will be slick when it's done. I would have given up on the steering linkage. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-31-2011, 08:34 PM	#142
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Ginger Today I did some painting on parts for my red '69. So while that was drying,... I decided to tackle the last two brake lines on my Dropmember chassis. (the top two in the prop valve,... with the 180 degree bends) These were from the Wilwood M/C down to the frame mounted SSBC proportioning valve. I like the challenge of bending brake lines, but was worried about scratching my freshly painted firewall. It seems like the more bending and flaring, of brake lines that you do,... the better you get. Not the case for me. It still took several hours. The line seperators are a "Made 4 You" product from Summit Racing,... that came in last week.. Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-31-2011, 08:38 PM	#143
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Ginger The Wilwood M/C allows you to install the brake lines on the LH or RH side. I wanted to install them on the RH side,... but they were going to be directly in the way of the column shift linkage,... so this is the route I went. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-31-2011, 09:01 PM	#144
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project: Ginger Nice work on the brake lines. What kind of material is that? How hard was it to bend to the shape you wanted? I am currently fighting with some pre-bent lines. They don't exactly fit the way I expected. These will be the last ones I buy. The next ones I will bend myself for sure. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group



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07-31-2011, 09:13 PM	#146
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Project: Ginger Nice work Keith. Looks like some decent progress to me. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-31-2011, 09:33 PM	#147
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: Project: Ginger Nice clean work Keith! Q: What did you use to plug the dipstick hole on the passenger side of the block? __________________ http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/n2billet -67 SWB Custom Porterbuilt Front and rear 20/22's Hazel Sold -71 StepSide Porterbuilt Stage 2 with 20/22's Stella Mae Sold

07-31-2011, 10:19 PM	#150
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: Project: Ginger Looks very clean.. Im keeping this info for my 69!

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