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Old 07-03-2017, 11:42 AM   #1
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Love this build! I just picked up a 69 SWB project that has been started, the cab that is painted this color. You guys are doing some really good work, thanks for the build thread!
Thank you for the compliment. Also, congratulations on the new purchase. Good luck with the build!
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Old 06-29-2017, 03:33 PM   #2
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Ok, I am hooked in, love that silver/chromish frame
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Old 07-03-2017, 11:43 AM   #3
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Ok, I am hooked in, love that silver/chromish frame
Thank you. I haven't had a chance to do any work on the truck recently but hope to in the next week or so.
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Old 07-09-2017, 06:16 PM   #4
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Re: '68 c10 build

I got a little done yesterday but didn't take any pics. I finally finished the ds wing window so all the glass is done. I also got the windshield wipers installed.

The following pics are pretty cool I think. They are having a rocker/cab corner party at my dad's shop. The black truck (72 fleet) is my cousins. He trailered it here from Texas. The red truck (72 step) is my nephews.
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Old 07-24-2017, 09:34 AM   #5
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Brief update: I spent a few hours on the truck last Friday. The truck is fully wired for the most part. I need to finish the tail lights once the bed is on and install and wire the Vintage Air. I also need to install the ls harness. However, I have to say it was exciting to turn the key and hear the fuel pump cycle for the first time though.
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Old 08-07-2017, 10:37 AM   #6
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Last Thursday the shop got the Vintage Air unit installed and wired. My goal in the next week or two is to re-cover the bench seat and get the interior pretty much complete.
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Old 08-13-2017, 10:33 AM   #7
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The vintage air controls are the best Ive ever seen here on the board, very nice work all the way around.
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Old 08-13-2017, 10:53 AM   #8
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The vintage air controls are the best Ive ever seen here on the board, very nice work all the way around.

Hey, thank you very much!
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Old 08-13-2017, 11:58 AM   #9
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Re: '68 c10 build

Ok, here's a link to the first start up......https://youtu.be/L_Dq1eKe62o
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Old 08-13-2017, 12:03 PM   #10
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And the second video.....https://youtu.be/yni1o__FrOE
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Old 08-13-2017, 06:05 PM   #11
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Re: '68 c10 build

Just read the whole thread. This is going to be one Beautiful truck. It's a much prettier version of my Walter...
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Old 08-13-2017, 06:40 PM   #12
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I Don't think this one will fall into my budget unless I was finished with Walter. So, I'll need you to slow way down.
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Old 08-13-2017, 06:44 PM   #13
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I Don't think this one will fall into my budget unless I was finished with Walter. So, I'll need you to slow way down.
You have until November. Hahaha

The plan is to take this one to Goodguys in Scottsdale, November 17-19, and try and sell it.
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Old 08-13-2017, 08:12 PM   #14
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Re: '68 c10 build

Start up sounded mean. I know you said there was no exhaust, but is that just a stock motor. Ls3?
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Old 08-13-2017, 08:42 PM   #15
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Start up sounded mean. I know you said there was no exhaust, but is that just a stock motor. Ls3?
It's a stock 11k mile Pontiac g8 l76. Even has stock exhaust manifolds on it. Basically the same as an ls3 from what I understand. I agree, sounds mean.
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Old 08-19-2017, 09:43 AM   #16
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Few updates for the week:

First, my bed was delivered. Looks pretty good. One small area that was damaged in shipping but not too bad. We're going to go ahead and fill the stake pocket holes.
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Old 08-19-2017, 09:47 AM   #17
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Second, we got the brakes bled but the pedal isn't right so we ordered a new booster/master cylinder/proportioning valve combo. It should be delivered this week.

Third, this isn't a very good pic, but my dad started building the exhaust. I'll try and get some better pics when it's finished.
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Finished the seat up today. Came out pretty decent.
The pic doesn't show up very well but also installed the new visors.
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Old 08-19-2017, 05:30 PM   #19
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This isn't the best picture either but I installed the overflow container. I found this one and thought it was kind of cool because it looks like the factory wiper reservoir.
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This isn't the best picture either but I installed the overflow container. I found this one and thought it was kind of cool because it looks like the factory wiper reservoir.
Which reservoir is this?
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Which reservoir is this?
It's a coolant overflow I found online. I think I got it from Brother's.
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Anyone have any experience with these mufflers? I'm looking for a quiet but healthy sound.
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Exhaust is getting closer to being finished. Waiting for some exhaust pipe to come in to finish the tailpipes.
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What a good looking build. Can't wait to see them hood hinges mounted up. May get me a set.
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What a good looking build. Can't wait to see them hood hinges mounted up. May get me a set.
I'm not following, what hood hinges?
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