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72c20customcamper · 03-11-2021, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by NewBayColony

Looks great! What color is your truck?

Placer gold which is a car color, special order with the Husky package

**pjmoreland** · 03-11-2021, 11:57 AM

Got most of my parts back from the body shop yesterday so I started assembly. Removed the old bed fender, installed the bed steps, installed gravel shields, and sprayed undercoating on the replacement fender. Also drilled out the carriage bolts a PO used on the bed fenders and installed stock style screws.

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-11-2021, 12:04 PM

Looking good!

Sam1968 PNW · 03-11-2021, 01:53 PM

Got my bedsides ready for blast n paint!

ChevyGuyNC · 03-13-2021, 10:03 PM

Got the old girl purring today, thanks to my new friend Eddie. We discovered the timing way off, too far advanced. Back to a factory 8 degrees, and she really smoothed out. Then getting the dwell back to 30, and some carb adjustment. Wow what a difference.

Also found that the mufflers are shot, broken inside and rattling loudly... so off to the muffler shop ASAFP.

Also reconnected the cig lighter, and the AM radio antenna cable. Guess what, the 50 year old stock AM still works!

Got the hood adjusted so it doesn't stick up by the cowl too. So no new hinges needed.

NoStopN · 03-13-2021, 10:44 PM

Yeah ChevyGuy, these radios still work easily. I have the problem of the speaker not being hooked up right by a previous owner.

**pjmoreland** · 03-14-2021, 07:47 PM

Installed bed fender and grille. Will be picking up driver door from the body shop on Monday.

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-14-2021, 07:53 PM

What ya doing with the drivers fender?

**pjmoreland** · 03-14-2021, 08:00 PM

That primer one I've got on there is temporary. I got the original one repaired and painted, but I'm going to install it after I install the door since the hinge bolts are a pain to access with the fender in place. I was planning on installing the grille at that same time, but I got impatient.

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-14-2021, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

That primer one I've got on there is temporary. I got the original one repaired and painted, but I'm going to install it after I install the door since the hinge bolts are a pain to access with the fender in place. I was planning on installing the grille at that same time, but I got impatient.

Aww, now I understand..

**Boog** · 03-14-2021, 10:11 PM

It's looking good too.

ChevyGuyNC · 03-15-2021, 05:30 PM

Super happy!! Got new Magnaflow mufflers installed today. The old ones were cheapo's that were blown out. OMG does she sound awesome now!!!

Ran out of time to replace the donut gaskets (manifold bolts are rusted to crap) so I'll go back next week.

If any of y'all are in or near Jacksonville FL, I highly recommend Muffler City. Ron is a C10 guy and really knows these trucks.

Mac93 · 03-16-2021, 10:13 PM

Safe to say when rubber weather stripping has to be chipped out, it's time to be replaced. Also replaced the wing window felt. Thanks to Brothers truck parts youtube tutorial.

72c20customcamper · 03-18-2021, 07:52 PM

Going to paint the replacement column for my 72 . Took the shifter arm off but couldn’t get the turn signal stalk off have both new. At one time someone put what looks like JB Weld on the stalk and screw I even tried my 3/8ths impact on it no joy. Don’t want to break it since everything works and is the correct red knob flasher. So disassembly is at a stand still any suggestions to remove the screw ?

**Boog** · 03-18-2021, 08:37 PM

Try a little bit of heat but be careful.

67C10Step · 03-18-2021, 08:40 PM

Ordered the bed box for my truck from Mar K today. Wife and I are going to do a day trip next Friday and pick it up at their place in Oklahoma City.

72c20customcamper · 03-18-2021, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Boog

Try a little bit of heat but be careful.

Was thinking maybe heat up cheap Phillips head . I do have a NOS correct turn signal switch but don’t want to use it if I don’t have too

**Boog** · 03-18-2021, 09:01 PM

I suppose you could drill the screw out but it would be tough getting all of it out deep in the threads. You'd still need to heat that JB Weld to release the lever from it's grip though.

BigBird05 · 03-18-2021, 09:26 PM

Buy the dorman turn signal repair kit (49300). When it arrives you can drill out the screw and save the red emergence flasher knob.

72c20customcamper · 03-18-2021, 10:01 PM

Guess I could cannibalize this one if need be

cj847 · 03-19-2021, 08:06 PM

Put 4" rear drop springs in the 71. Front is stock 50 year old springs.

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**Ol Blue K20** · 03-19-2021, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cj847

Put 4" rear drop springs in the 71. Front is stock 50 year old springs.

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Looks good!

**sfont66** · 03-19-2021, 09:51 PM

I Was able to get my frame cut today on the 72 C10. Hopefully tomorrow I will have some time to weld it back together.

**NewBayColony** · 03-20-2021, 07:11 AM

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**Boog** · 03-20-2021, 07:23 AM

90 right

03-11-2021, 11:57 AM	#1927
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,824	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got most of my parts back from the body shop yesterday so I started assembly. Removed the old bed fender, installed the bed steps, installed gravel shields, and sprayed undercoating on the replacement fender. Also drilled out the carriage bolts a PO used on the bed fenders and installed stock style screws. Attached Images

03-11-2021, 12:04 PM	#1928
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Looking good! __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

03-11-2021, 01:53 PM	#1929
Sam1968 PNW Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Port Orchard, Wa Posts: 14	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got my bedsides ready for blast n paint! Attached Images __________________ -1968 C20 Conversion Under Construction -Son Of A 22 Yr Retired USN E-8/Housewife -Father of 2, Partner To My Love -23 Yr Ship Repair Welder/Fabricator -PNW LMB Kayak Fisherman ”IT IS WHAT IT IS, AINT NOTHIN TO IT BUT TO DO IT SON”

03-13-2021, 10:03 PM	#1930
ChevyGuyNC Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 143	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the old girl purring today, thanks to my new friend Eddie. We discovered the timing way off, too far advanced. Back to a factory 8 degrees, and she really smoothed out. Then getting the dwell back to 30, and some carb adjustment. Wow what a difference. Also found that the mufflers are shot, broken inside and rattling loudly... so off to the muffler shop ASAFP. Also reconnected the cig lighter, and the AM radio antenna cable. Guess what, the 50 year old stock AM still works! Got the hood adjusted so it doesn't stick up by the cowl too. So no new hinges needed. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB, 350V8, AC, PS, PB, all original 46k survivor

03-13-2021, 10:44 PM	#1931
NoStopN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 229	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Yeah ChevyGuy, these radios still work easily. I have the problem of the speaker not being hooked up right by a previous owner. __________________ 1969 GMC 2500. 250 I6, 4-speed w/ granny low

03-14-2021, 07:47 PM	#1932
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,824	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed bed fender and grille. Will be picking up driver door from the body shop on Monday. Attached Images

03-14-2021, 07:53 PM	#1933
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter What ya doing with the drivers fender? __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

03-14-2021, 08:00 PM	#1934
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,824	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter That primer one I've got on there is temporary. I got the original one repaired and painted, but I'm going to install it after I install the door since the hinge bolts are a pain to access with the fender in place. I was planning on installing the grille at that same time, but I got impatient. Attached Images

03-14-2021, 10:11 PM	#1936
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 It's looking good too. __________________ 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

03-15-2021, 05:30 PM	#1937
ChevyGuyNC Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 143	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Super happy!! Got new Magnaflow mufflers installed today. The old ones were cheapo's that were blown out. OMG does she sound awesome now!!! Ran out of time to replace the donut gaskets (manifold bolts are rusted to crap) so I'll go back next week. If any of y'all are in or near Jacksonville FL, I highly recommend Muffler City. Ron is a C10 guy and really knows these trucks. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB, 350V8, AC, PS, PB, all original 46k survivor

03-16-2021, 10:13 PM	#1938
Mac93 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Redmond, OR Posts: 94	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Safe to say when rubber weather stripping has to be chipped out, it's time to be replaced. Also replaced the wing window felt. Thanks to Brothers truck parts youtube tutorial. Attached Images

03-18-2021, 07:52 PM	#1939
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,650	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Going to paint the replacement column for my 72 . Took the shifter arm off but couldn’t get the turn signal stalk off have both new. At one time someone put what looks like JB Weld on the stalk and screw I even tried my 3/8ths impact on it no joy. Don’t want to break it since everything works and is the correct red knob flasher. So disassembly is at a stand still any suggestions to remove the screw ? Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary. Last edited by 72c20customcamper; 03-18-2021 at 08:15 PM.

03-18-2021, 08:37 PM	#1940
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 Try a little bit of heat but be careful. __________________ 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

03-18-2021, 08:40 PM	#1941
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 the bed box for my truck from Mar K today. Wife and I are going to do a day trip next Friday and pick it up at their place in Oklahoma City. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

03-18-2021, 09:01 PM	#1943
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 I suppose you could drill the screw out but it would be tough getting all of it out deep in the threads. You'd still need to heat that JB Weld to release the lever from it's grip though. __________________ 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



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03-18-2021, 09:26 PM	#1944
BigBird05 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Cheraw Posts: 1,300	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Buy the dorman turn signal repair kit (49300). When it arrives you can drill out the screw and save the red emergence flasher knob.

03-18-2021, 10:01 PM	#1945
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,650	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Guess I could cannibalize this one if need be Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

03-19-2021, 08:06 PM	#1946
cj847 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 568	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put 4" rear drop springs in the 71. Front is stock 50 year old springs. Before and after: Attached Images

03-19-2021, 09:51 PM	#1948
sfont66 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Pine City MN Posts: 358	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I Was able to get my frame cut today on the 72 C10. Hopefully tomorrow I will have some time to weld it back together. Attached Images __________________ 72 C10, Was a 350,M20, Brodix heads,Comp cam, Edelbrock intake&carb, Hedman hedders LWB. Project is now a 5.3(L33) w/PRC stage 2.5 CNC ported 243heads, BTR RedHot cam,Holley Terminator X, T56 magnum. SWB, Boyd tank. 4.5/4 Drop http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...My72c10project

03-20-2021, 07:11 AM	#1949
NewBayColony Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Northbridge,MA Posts: 494	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Gave mine a couple of black and blue eyes, __________________ 72 C20 292 3OTT 77 GMC 2500 4x4 Longstepper 350 4sp 50 3100 ex Airforce/Town of Mendon fire truck 72 GMC 1500 2wd short stepside 250 4sp 78 GMC 2500 4x Longstepper 292 4sp 54 6400 Chevy 5 window 4 sp 2sp vac rear end Shell oil truck/dump truck (Norman)

03-20-2021, 07:23 AM	#1950
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 90 right Attached Images __________________ 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

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