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**pjmoreland** · 01-31-2021, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MAC71Cheyenne

pjmoreland that is exactly what I want to do with mine. I have the original seat out my ol '67 and would like to have the folding feature in the '71. Nailed the color combo too! Must be the great minds thing!...or just a quinkydink...

I was going back and forth between the black/white and black/orange houndstooth, but my wife convinced me the orange wouldn't match my truck, so I gotta give her some credit. I think the black/white looks good with the silver on the gauge cluster bezel.

west9378 · 01-31-2021, 11:25 AM

I had a good day cleaning every nook and cranny on this 71 frame. The rear crossmember I thought was interesting. I am going to look but I bet it is part of the serial number.
Have a Blessed day

west9378 · 01-31-2021, 11:37 AM

Getting her ready for a LY6 and 6 speed auto swap. Cleaned every nook and cranny only to find that I needed a wire brush and scraper.
Look at the rear crossmember, this is a first for me to see.

MAC71Cheyenne · 01-31-2021, 03:43 PM

This week has been shovel snow, replace the cargo light switch, shovel snow, install under dash courtesy lights, shovel snow, set the hood properly, chip ice off the driveway, help from you guys figure out my driveshaft issue, new headlights, new steering wheel ...oh, and shovel snow.

**pjmoreland** · 01-31-2021, 05:13 PM

Installed a temporary front fender and made some brackets for the front turn signals so I will be able to drive my truck while several parts are off at the body shop. Waiting for a new cam to arrive so I can finish the Vortec head upgrade.

**zicc1835** · 01-31-2021, 09:16 PM

bought this one for parts

**pjmoreland** · 02-04-2021, 02:01 AM

A picture is worth a thousand words (four letter words, in this case).

OL SKOOL · 02-04-2021, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

A picture is worth a thousand words (four letter words, in this case).

WOW w.t.h. happened there?

**Boog** · 02-04-2021, 07:55 AM

Looks like a collapsed oil filter. Did someone say Fram?

**pjmoreland** · 02-04-2021, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by OL SKOOL

WOW w.t.h. happened there?

It's a Mobil1 filter that refused to come off. There was paint on the block and the seal stuck to it. You can see a little red on the seal.. I have since cleaned the paint off. I am also feeling a bit skeptical of the recommended 1-1/4 turns past contact they show on the sticker.

**Already Gone** · 02-05-2021, 03:07 AM

I picked these up to use on my 400 small block build.

Redneck Rydes · 02-05-2021, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

It's a Mobil1 filter that refused to come off. There was paint on the block and the seal stuck to it. You can see a little red on the seal.. I have since cleaned the paint off. I am also feeling a bit skeptical of the recommended 1-1/4 turns past contact they show on the sticker.

WOW, shouls be only a 1/4 turn,not 1 1/4, that is a little excessive lol

Rich72C10 · 02-05-2021, 09:22 AM

Transmission leaks fixed (shift shaft and Speedo gear) - though I didn't do it myself. Replaced signal mech, hope that nails my short/blowing fuse and after replacing all the screws, inserts, and springs I did a very early morning headlight adjustment a bit ago! Nice to have a morning drive in the truck :-)

Oh and for a nice little topping, noticed my antenna was loose and moved, so I adjusted that when I got home.

**pjmoreland** · 02-05-2021, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Redneck Rydes

WOW, shouls be only a 1/4 turn,not 1 1/4, that is a little excessive lol

1/4 turn seems a little loose, but I agree 1-1/4 is way too tight.

Rich72C10 · 02-04-2021, 08:03 AM

I am guess I am glad and listen to my brother and got a AC Delco...

**72afr** · 02-04-2021, 09:56 AM

Rebuilt the top end of the steering column yesterday. My truck had a broken hazard switch when I bought it and never replaced. Put in new levers, signal/hazard, and indicators. Only issue was a I mangled the end thread with the puller, so I'm currently trying to figure out to best rectify. Still need to correct the indicator position as well.

Rich72C10 · 02-05-2021, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

What are using for headlights in your truck ?

Dapper OE7's with the OE Lens upgrade.

They were not cheap, I love them and consider it money well spent. I can see until the next day and when the brights are on, I see until next year LOL.

Great service too, as I had one where the low beam went out. They send me a new light, then asked me to send a photo of the one I took off with the power line cut from the transformer. Real nice guys out there.

**Already Gone** · 02-05-2021, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich72C10

Dapper OE7's with the OE Lens upgrade.

Thanks,they look good. Have you done the relay thing for the headlights as well ? Santa brought me these this past Christmas so not installed yet. I'll be doing the relay upgrade before installing them.

https://www.carid.com/anzo/7-round-c...pn-881035.html

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 02-08-2021, 03:49 PM

I'm nearly done refinishing truck parts off my project. Really I send most of it out. This is part of the last batch of cold processed Cerakote. Beyond this and thats, all hinges, the steering column under the hood & drive-line were done this way. The coater says Ceracote does real well with moving parts, time will tell.

Color or shade changes under light and that. They're black satin, but by this picture they appear more gray to me.

Rich72C10 · 02-05-2021, 02:13 PM

yep, I installed it a few weeks back, no more extra juice running through the Dash / Light Switch :-)

**Steeveedee** · 02-05-2021, 03:45 PM

A nice thing about the relays is that the voltage drop from the headlights is gone, and the marker and tail lights are brighter.

67C10Step · 02-05-2021, 06:04 PM

Ordered bed wood kit from Mar K. They have them 20% off through 2/11 guys.

I was gonna order it in next month but decided to go ahead and get it now even if I am not ready.

lil hoodlum · 02-06-2021, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Ordered bed wood kit from Mar K. They have them 20% off through 2/11 guys.

I was gonna order it in next month but decided to go ahead and get it now even if I am not ready.

Thank you for the heads up on the discount.

**Smitty** · 02-06-2021, 08:45 AM

New crate motor on the way to replace former new crate motor. It appeared to have been dropped at some point and took out the intake manifold on one end and flex plate on the other. Should have the new motor at the shop Wednesday and the truck back in the garage Friday.

72c20customcamper · 02-08-2021, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Ordered bed wood kit from Mar K. They have them 20% off through 2/11 guys.

I was gonna order it in next month but decided to go ahead and get it now even if I am not ready.

My kids ordered my kit from summit . Mar-k had a Christmas sale 20% to but it was still cheaper paying full price with $ 50 shipping . I think shipping was upwards of 300 with Mark- k . And the kicker is it was dropped shipped from Mar-k but under summits shipping agreement with UPS frieght .

Side note summit will honor the 20 off but you pay the full shipping

01-31-2021, 11:25 AM	#2
west9378 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pulaski, TN Posts: 114	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I had a good day cleaning every nook and cranny on this 71 frame. The rear crossmember I thought was interesting. I am going to look but I bet it is part of the serial number. Have a Blessed day Attached Images __________________ West My Project and Photo Album http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378159 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=641

01-31-2021, 11:37 AM	#3
west9378 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pulaski, TN Posts: 114	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Getting her ready for a LY6 and 6 speed auto swap. Cleaned every nook and cranny only to find that I needed a wire brush and scraper. Look at the rear crossmember, this is a first for me to see. Attached Images __________________ West My Project and Photo Album http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378159 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=641

01-31-2021, 03:43 PM	#4
MAC71Cheyenne Registered User Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Mount Pleasant Iowa Posts: 303	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This week has been shovel snow, replace the cargo light switch, shovel snow, install under dash courtesy lights, shovel snow, set the hood properly, chip ice off the driveway, help from you guys figure out my driveshaft issue, new headlights, new steering wheel ...oh, and shovel snow.

01-31-2021, 05:13 PM	#5
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,817	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed a temporary front fender and made some brackets for the front turn signals so I will be able to drive my truck while several parts are off at the body shop. Waiting for a new cam to arrive so I can finish the Vortec head upgrade. Attached Images

01-31-2021, 09:16 PM	#6
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,257	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter bought this one for parts Attached Images __________________ Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

02-04-2021, 02:01 AM	#7
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,817	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter A picture is worth a thousand words (four letter words, in this case). Attached Images

02-04-2021, 07:55 AM	#9
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,459	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Looks like a collapsed oil filter. Did someone say Fram? __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

02-05-2021, 03:07 AM	#11
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,141	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I picked these up to use on my 400 small block build. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

02-05-2021, 09:22 AM	#13
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Transmission leaks fixed (shift shaft and Speedo gear) - though I didn't do it myself. Replaced signal mech, hope that nails my short/blowing fuse and after replacing all the screws, inserts, and springs I did a very early morning headlight adjustment a bit ago! Nice to have a morning drive in the truck :-) Oh and for a nice little topping, noticed my antenna was loose and moved, so I adjusted that when I got home. Attached Images __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

02-04-2021, 08:03 AM	#15
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I am guess I am glad and listen to my brother and got a AC Delco... __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

02-04-2021, 09:56 AM	#16
72afr Beep! Beep! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Rural, MO Posts: 280	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Rebuilt the top end of the steering column yesterday. My truck had a broken hazard switch when I bought it and never replaced. Put in new levers, signal/hazard, and indicators. Only issue was a I mangled the end thread with the puller, so I'm currently trying to figure out to best rectify. Still need to correct the indicator position as well. Attached Images __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C/10 shortbed, stepside, 350, HEI, Fire Engine Red, Black Interior, Former Army cargo transport 2003 Chevrolet 2500HD CC 6.0 4wd 2004 Jeep Rubicon some aftermarket stuff... 2019 Jeep Unlimited Rubicon (the wife's baby hauler)

02-08-2021, 03:49 PM	#19
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,300	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I'm nearly done refinishing truck parts off my project. Really I send most of it out. This is part of the last batch of cold processed Cerakote. Beyond this and thats, all hinges, the steering column under the hood & drive-line were done this way. The coater says Ceracote does real well with moving parts, time will tell. Color or shade changes under light and that. They're black satin, but by this picture they appear more gray to me. Attached Images __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assembly kit for restoring the (a) truck from the ground up. My build thread, and more on the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

02-05-2021, 02:13 PM	#20
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter yep, I installed it a few weeks back, no more extra juice running through the Dash / Light Switch :-) __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

02-05-2021, 03:45 PM	#21
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,613	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter A nice thing about the relays is that the voltage drop from the headlights is gone, and the marker and tail lights are brighter. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

02-05-2021, 06:04 PM	#22
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 Ordered bed wood kit from Mar K. They have them 20% off through 2/11 guys. I was gonna order it in next month but decided to go ahead and get it now even if I am not ready. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra



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02-06-2021, 08:45 AM	#24
Smitty Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Spring Valley, Ca. Posts: 1,134	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New crate motor on the way to replace former new crate motor. It appeared to have been dropped at some point and took out the intake manifold on one end and flex plate on the other. Should have the new motor at the shop Wednesday and the truck back in the garage Friday. __________________ Smitty '71 Short Fleetside Spring Valley, Ca.

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