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67C10Step · 02-05-2021, 06:06 PM

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NoStopN · 02-06-2021, 11:40 AM

Sounds like I should start looking into that relay mod. My LED headlights are cheap & haven’t acted like they are giving me any problems, but I’d rather not stress the headlight switch. Plus, those Dapper units look closer to stock than the ones I have in now.

**Rich72C10** · 02-06-2021, 11:51 AM

I do love my dapper headlights - looked long and hard on what I wanted to install for headlights. They are not cheap but that became a non-issue once I started to use them! I think they look fabulous... IMO they don't look silly or out of place. Just F'n bright as the surface of the sun ;-)

I installed all my LEDs (only the gear shifter bulb hasn't been switched to LED) and I didn't notice any real drop at night before I installed the relay mod. I just knew I wanted to do it - it just makes simple sense using relays and not running any extra current through all the wiring/dash switch.

I have on my list to do the same kind of relay mod for the starter too (have a M.A.D. kit already in my garage waiting to be installed).

**Rich72C10** · 02-06-2021, 04:18 PM

Had spare fixed at Discount Tire - it went flat and they had put a short air stem on that did not come out of the Beauty Ring.

And.... a wash and detail so she is pretty tomorrow for the 1st visit to Wimberley Coffee & Cars!

weq92f · 02-06-2021, 05:23 PM

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Caught it on fire.

Yep...went to remove the valve cover, it arced on something which quickly fused that hot wire to ground. Within a few seconds I had fire in two different spots under the hood!

My brain was quick to pickup on events as things started to slow down...the smell of electrical burn, smoke...I start to see images of my burnt out husk of a truck...

Before I could stop it, my hand reached out and firmly grabbed onto a red hot wire and tried to yank it free which resulted in a pretty scary looking burn across my fingers but nothing much else. Then I got the battery post disconnected and used the extinguisher.

Now I've got some work to do!

-klb

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-06-2021, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by weq92f

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Caught it on fire.

Yep...went to remove the valve cover, it arced on something which quickly fused that hot wire to ground. Within a few seconds I had fire in two different spots under the hood!

My brain was quick to pickup on events as things started to slow down...the smell of electrical burn, smoke...I start to see images of my burnt out husk of a truck...

Before I could stop it, my hand reached out and firmly grabbed onto a red hot wire and tried to yank it free which resulted in a pretty scary looking burn across my fingers but nothing much else. Then I got the battery post disconnected and used the extinguisher.

Now I've got some work to do!

-klb

Oh that sucks!! I'm glad you got it out before it burned up!

**72 Super** · 02-06-2021, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by weq92f

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Caught it on fire.

Yep...went to remove the valve cover, it arced on something which quickly fused that hot wire to ground. Within a few seconds I had fire in two different spots under the hood!

My brain was quick to pickup on events as things started to slow down...the smell of electrical burn, smoke...I start to see images of my burnt out husk of a truck...

Before I could stop it, my hand reached out and firmly grabbed onto a red hot wire and tried to yank it free which resulted in a pretty scary looking burn across my fingers but nothing much else. Then I got the battery post disconnected and used the extinguisher.

Now I've got some work to do!

-klb

Glad you were able to get the fire out rather quickly.

Peanut74 · 02-08-2021, 12:48 AM

Glad to hear you saved your truck and didn't get hurt to bad.

I did some wiring myself this weekend. Focused on the Intellitronic electric dash gauges. Pretty scaring wiring it up to a Painless wiring harness and trying to sort out what wire goes where. Guess I will fined out if I did it right when I power it up.

Also, did a little metal work and got some used Vision Wheels 141 Legend rims.

weq92f · 02-08-2021, 01:05 AM

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Thanks guys...

About a year ago a video circulated of a guy having a small under hood fire with his square body on some street somewhere. He didn't have any way to put it out and so by the time a bystander brought an extinguisher, his truck was burning big time...far, far too late.

After that, I started carrying a small one in the cab and make certain to keep one around the house/shop.

My hand injury turned out to be a little more severe than I first thought. D@mn a red hot wire can do some damage! Don't know why I wasn't wearing my gloves.

-klb

**BigBird05** · 02-08-2021, 05:44 PM

Weg92f sorry for your misshap, Let this be a reminder to always disconnect the negative ground wire from the battery. We all have done this at one time or another and gotten away with it. Me too.

**Steeveedee** · 02-08-2021, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBird05

Weg92f sorry for your misshap, Let this be a reminder to always disconnect the negative ground wire from the battery. We all have done this at one time or another and gotten away with it. Me too.

Yes. I know two lefties who have melted their wedding bands onto their fingers while working on vehicles. I don't wear mine when working on anything mechanical.

67C10Step · 02-08-2021, 07:22 PM

Shipping from Mar K wasn’t much more than Summit and with the discount it was cheaper from Mar K. But I’m only about 5 hours from the factory.

72c20customcamper · 02-08-2021, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Shipping from Mar K wasn’t much more than Summit and with the discount it was cheaper from Mar K. But I’m only about 5 hours from the factory.

I'm a little further

67C10Step · 02-09-2021, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I'm a little further

I'd say so, by a factor of 4 or 5! I spent a month north of you in the Utica/Illion area back in 2008. Beautiful country and great folks up there.

67C10Step · 02-08-2021, 07:24 PM

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**pjmoreland** · 02-10-2021, 04:27 AM

Welded up some holes in the rear cross sill that a PO had drilled for the license plate and light. I will be installing a sport bumper. Ordered a Mar-K pine wood set today.

a Good Man · 02-10-2021, 04:15 PM

New updates

**NewBayColony** · 02-10-2021, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by a Good Man

New updates

Well it didn't take long for you to start making improvements!

a Good Man · 02-10-2021, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by NewBayColony

Well it didn't take long for you to start making improvements!

Sure, the weather is beautiful now in my country and the work is very interesting

weq92f · 02-11-2021, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by a Good Man

New updates

That's a nifty floor mounted access hatch you got there!

-klb

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-11-2021, 06:50 AM

It's looking good, keep them coming.

LakeAnna · 02-11-2021, 07:31 AM

A good detail and oil change on this chilly afternoon!

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-11-2021, 03:34 PM

Installed rear tow hooks

**Already Gone** · 02-13-2021, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by LakeAnna

A good detail and oil change on this chilly afternoon!

I'm not a big short box fan but really like the look and stance of your truck.

a Good Man · 02-11-2021, 05:47 PM

New updates

02-05-2021, 06:06 PM	#1
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,446	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter ,, __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra Last edited by 67C10Step; 02-05-2021 at 06:16 PM. Reason: double post

02-06-2021, 11:40 AM	#2
NoStopN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 229	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sounds like I should start looking into that relay mod. My LED headlights are cheap & haven’t acted like they are giving me any problems, but I’d rather not stress the headlight switch. Plus, those Dapper units look closer to stock than the ones I have in now. __________________ 1969 GMC 2500. 250 I6, 4-speed w/ granny low

02-06-2021, 11:51 AM	#3
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,658	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I do love my dapper headlights - looked long and hard on what I wanted to install for headlights. They are not cheap but that became a non-issue once I started to use them! I think they look fabulous... IMO they don't look silly or out of place. Just F'n bright as the surface of the sun ;-) I installed all my LEDs (only the gear shifter bulb hasn't been switched to LED) and I didn't notice any real drop at night before I installed the relay mod. I just knew I wanted to do it - it just makes simple sense using relays and not running any extra current through all the wiring/dash switch. I have on my list to do the same kind of relay mod for the starter too (have a M.A.D. kit already in my garage waiting to be installed). __________________ 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

02-06-2021, 04:18 PM	#4
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,658	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Had spare fixed at Discount Tire - it went flat and they had put a short air stem on that did not come out of the Beauty Ring. And.... a wash and detail so she is pretty tomorrow for the 1st visit to Wimberley Coffee & Cars! 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

02-06-2021, 05:23 PM	#5
weq92f Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 3,010	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter . Caught it on fire. Yep...went to remove the valve cover, it arced on something which quickly fused that hot wire to ground. Within a few seconds I had fire in two different spots under the hood! My brain was quick to pickup on events as things started to slow down...the smell of electrical burn, smoke...I start to see images of my burnt out husk of a truck... Before I could stop it, my hand reached out and firmly grabbed onto a red hot wire and tried to yank it free which resulted in a pretty scary looking burn across my fingers but nothing much else. Then I got the battery post disconnected and used the extinguisher. Now I've got some work to do! -klb __________________ 67 C10 fleet fuel injected '70 402, 700r4, 3.73 posi 07 335 sport turbo 6sp 94 Trans Am GT LT1 6sp posi -- sold after 22yrs 99 540 sport V8 6sp -- sold 73 240z L24 4sp -- given to friend 68 C10 step 350/350 3.73 open -- sold

02-08-2021, 12:48 AM	#8
Peanut74 Registered User Join Date: May 2018 Location: Prattville, AL Posts: 590	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Glad to hear you saved your truck and didn't get hurt to bad. I did some wiring myself this weekend. Focused on the Intellitronic electric dash gauges. Pretty scaring wiring it up to a Painless wiring harness and trying to sort out what wire goes where. Guess I will fined out if I did it right when I power it up. Also, did a little metal work and got some used Vision Wheels 141 Legend rims. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------- 1967 C10 "Snowball" (Currently in a million pieces down from a bazillion) 1989 Toyota DLX pickup "The Hulk" 2012 Jeep JKU "Crush" 1976 Chevy short bed with a 327 and 3 on the tree (Sold it to buy the Blazer) 1971 Chevy Blazer (Sold it)

02-08-2021, 01:05 AM	#9
weq92f Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 3,010	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter . Thanks guys... About a year ago a video circulated of a guy having a small under hood fire with his square body on some street somewhere. He didn't have any way to put it out and so by the time a bystander brought an extinguisher, his truck was burning big time...far, far too late. After that, I started carrying a small one in the cab and make certain to keep one around the house/shop. My hand injury turned out to be a little more severe than I first thought. D@mn a red hot wire can do some damage! Don't know why I wasn't wearing my gloves. -klb __________________ 67 C10 fleet fuel injected '70 402, 700r4, 3.73 posi 07 335 sport turbo 6sp 94 Trans Am GT LT1 6sp posi -- sold after 22yrs 99 540 sport V8 6sp -- sold 73 240z L24 4sp -- given to friend 68 C10 step 350/350 3.73 open -- sold

02-08-2021, 05:44 PM	#10
BigBird05 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,305	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Weg92f sorry for your misshap, Let this be a reminder to always disconnect the negative ground wire from the battery. We all have done this at one time or another and gotten away with it. Me too.

02-08-2021, 07:22 PM	#12
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,446	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Shipping from Mar K wasn’t much more than Summit and with the discount it was cheaper from Mar K. But I’m only about 5 hours from the factory. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

02-08-2021, 07:24 PM	#15
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,446	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter .. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra Last edited by 67C10Step; 02-08-2021 at 07:25 PM. Reason: Double post

02-10-2021, 04:27 AM	#16
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,376	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Welded up some holes in the rear cross sill that a PO had drilled for the license plate and light. I will be installing a sport bumper. Ordered a Mar-K pine wood set today. Attached Images

02-10-2021, 04:15 PM	#17
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02-11-2021, 06:50 AM	#21
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,922	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter It's looking good, keep them coming. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

02-11-2021, 07:31 AM	#22
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02-11-2021, 03:34 PM	#23
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,922	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed rear tow hooks 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



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