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03-30-2012, 12:51 AM | #1 |
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Recently received my new carpet from Auto custom carpet.I spent a fair bit of time researching companies out there that make a product for this year truck,hands down these guys make the best.
I went with the later year carpet as it was a far nicer looking product,I didn't care about period correct carpet for my truck,especially after looking at what was....gag and barf ! The pics don't do it a a'lot of justice,I had a hard time trying to get good photo's.I did add a close up that show's the loop's grain. I'v seen others in a full carpet and samples...,no contest This stuff is going to make the floor pop ! Also got some ABS kick panels.Now at first they don't fit well,but once the carpet is in they can be trimmed to fit.I might do some mod's to them so they will end up a good match to the rest of the interior. Hopefully get this installed in the next couple weeks.I was going to wait till after exterior paint,but I'm getting impatient with the progress. Don't forget to rate this build thread,Id appreciate it !
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03-30-2012, 01:47 AM | #2 |
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Trucks coming along nicely! Your always rocking the sweatpants! You remind me of " The Dude" from the movie "The Big Lebowski" dont know if you've seen it...keep up the good work!
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"The Dude abides" One of the best movies ever ! Cheers, The Dude.
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I like the extra detail to the bed, and agree many don't finish off the back of the bed, it is those touches that make the difference between a truck and a really nice truck.
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03-30-2012, 03:52 PM | #6 |
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Hahaha, I need to see that movie. I have heard a lot about it.
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Carpet is looking good. You might already know this, but lay it in the sun for an hour or so right before you set it in place. Rated.
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It's been sitting in the spare room for a couple weeks,waiting for a sunny day. Thanks Al. Cheers, Ed.
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Ed is building a killer truck guess you cannot judge talent by the stretchy pants that get worn .. LMAO
" chanco I need to borrow your stretchy pants" NACHO
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Gee whiz Steve....Im lost for words....sorry to say,not renting out the pants but your welcome to stop buy for the Nacho's !
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My box wood and strips arrived today.Got home and took it out of the boxes pronto.
Unfortunately the manufacturer shipped the wrong product Urgh !!!!!.But that's ok ! I only waited 2 months for it...no big deal. The wood kit is supposed to be no drill so the main carriage bolts are hidden underneath the deck,not to mention it showed up with a large crack in one of the boards ....,and clearly not shipping related. Oh well,another setback.Getting used to it and even calculate it in to my "HOPE TO GET IT DONE IN THIS LIFE TIME" time frame. The good news is the strips look fantastic.They are a hidden fastener system ,so no exposed bolts in these.They are more expensive,but well worth it if you want this clean look.
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04-19-2012, 01:30 AM | #12 |
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This truck is turning out to be awesome, I just came in from pulling my motor and I just spent the last half hour reading your build haha.
Should be sleepin by now haha. Great lookin truck! Maybe we will meet up when I head that way in August with my 66 Last edited by Cherryforever; 04-19-2012 at 01:31 AM. Reason: horrible spelling. |
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I would suppose you are going to get a replacement board for that cracked one, instead of wood glue and clamping it?
You are dead right with the hidden bolt railings though, those do look crisp!
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Just ripped through your build tonight, this is going to be a jaw dropper when you are done. I am subscribed, look forward to following your progress!
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New kit on the way,was the wrong one anyway. Cheers, Ed.
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Finally received the correct bed wood kit ! Was pretty happy until I opened the second package. Two boards cracked and cut out of square.
Sigh. Another kit on the way. 3 times lucky ? Got the front body parts off Wednesday night and to the blaster yesterday,with any luck everything will be in epoxy primer for pick up Sunday morning (MOTHERS DAY !). was supposed to Be Saturday morn !!!!! Good thing I dident make plans with Mom for breakfast ! SAFE !
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I understand your desire for the nice wood bed floor. And respect it too!
But the reason I go for a metal floor from a 67-72 in my 63-66 trucks is because of the garbage that they, the asian importers sell and even some of the stuff made here. Countless fenders, bumpers, doors and patch panels have all gone back because the quality just wasn't there at all. I hope it is 3rd times a charm for you.... If so, you will have had 100% better luck than me. Best of luck to ya friend.
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Who was the mfg of the bed wood anyway? I would like to avoid that vendor in the future if it all possible....Vernski
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Hello Vernski ! Not sure who the actual manufacture is,probably its best I don't as I'm sure they wouldn't want to hear from me !
I don't like to bad mouth anyone. However I sure don't want to see anyone else go through this. I can tell you that Mar-K is the distributor and they are doing their very best to look after me.Good folks there,their all about good service. Cheers, Ed.
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