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**Classic Heartbeat** · 08-07-2018, 01:01 PM

lolife99, I didn't think about that. How much do you think I should cut off? I also do not want the bag rubbing on the pocket..

**lolife99** · 08-07-2018, 02:20 PM

Personally I would cut as much as possible. I can’t remember the total height but it seems like somewhere between 1-5/8 to 2 inches total height when done.
You might have to mock up just the cup in the a-arm to see how much too tall it is.
The shorter the better in my opinion.
I have tubular a-arms and I still think the ride height is too tall.
Much more than my old 5.5/6 static drop.

Also what brand bags are you using?
You can usually go to their website and find the correct ride height.
Then you’ll need to remember the pressure to get them at that height,... or with Accuair, set your sensors at that height.
Also have your front end alignment done at that height.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-12-2018, 09:29 PM

Been a while since I had an update, but I have one now.. I finally got my 59/60 Impala gauge bezels from the plater. What do you think? I am liking the copper plating look..

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-12-2018, 09:32 PM

And here they are with the Dakota Digital VHX gauges installed.

CG · 12-12-2018, 09:57 PM

Wow nice! I bet that cost you a pretty penny (get it? lol).

Panel is going to be a show piece when you are finished. Wont be able to drive it =)

suville · 12-12-2018, 10:23 PM

Nice work Wes

**DeadheadNM** · 12-12-2018, 10:28 PM

Nice blue hub dial too Wes!

**KevinK7** · 12-12-2018, 11:01 PM

Those gauges look awsome!

**Ol Blue K20** · 12-13-2018, 01:42 AM

I like the copper!!!!!

67 chevelle · 12-13-2018, 09:54 AM

Awesome

3drburb · 12-13-2018, 12:48 PM

Those are so nice.
I guess you just increased your future polishing duty or is there a protective coating on them?

rsavage · 12-13-2018, 09:51 PM

Very nice!

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-13-2018, 11:27 PM

Thanks guys! It is definitely going to be a show truck. I figured it is a good way to advertise my shop.. I figured there is going to be some polishing on my part in the future. It shouldn't be too bad on these because they are interior parts, and I think I will give them a good coat of wax. Anyway I am excited to see my vision come to life.. WES

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 12-14-2018, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

And here they are with the Dakota Digital VHX gauges installed.

Didn't know Dakota Digital did analog looking gauges, too. The polished copper is amazing. Totally outside the box.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-15-2018, 07:09 PM

Thanks again. I wanted to see how they are going to look once installed so I temporarily installed them. I think they look awesome..

**Ol Blue K20** · 12-15-2018, 08:31 PM

They do look awesome. ...

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-31-2019, 04:37 PM

Been a while since I posted but I do have an update. I have started cleaning up my 5.7 LS1 to be fitted in my Panel. Not a big update, but I should be starting to roll again with it...

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-31-2019, 08:03 PM

I can't wait to see this done. It's going to be bad @$$.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-30-2019, 09:10 PM

Well it's been a while again. I have had some family issues to deal with, but I did manage to fit some tires and wheels on it..

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-30-2019, 10:10 PM

They look good on there!

mcmlxix · 02-19-2020, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Wait until they are done. They will very closely resemble the fleetside truck taillights, just a little larger. There will be about a 1/4" wide bezels that will be copper plated just like the rest of the chrome. WES

Can we get some pictures and details on you tail lights?
There was another post talking about options...

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-12-2021, 08:07 PM

Been a while since I posted about my Panel. I have gone through an open heart surgery and have lost my wife after a long battle in the ICU at Oregon Health Science University Hospital. That just took all the life out of me for a long time. I am slowly coming back around and now am building a Tribute truck for Beth. Anyway, some of my copper plated parts came back today and I thought I would use this opportunity to revive this thread. So here are some pics! WES

**Dieselwrencher** · 04-13-2021, 05:43 AM

That copper looks amazing! I really love what your doing for a tribute truck for Beth too!

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-13-2021, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

That copper looks amazing! I really love what your doing for a tribute truck for Beth too!

X2, I agree!

**LockDoc** · 04-13-2021, 12:54 PM

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Looks like they did an outstanding job on plating the parts. Good to see this thread back at the top.

LockDoc

08-07-2018, 01:01 PM	#176
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08-07-2018, 02:20 PM	#177
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,699	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! Personally I would cut as much as possible. I can’t remember the total height but it seems like somewhere between 1-5/8 to 2 inches total height when done. You might have to mock up just the cup in the a-arm to see how much too tall it is. The shorter the better in my opinion. I have tubular a-arms and I still think the ride height is too tall. Much more than my old 5.5/6 static drop. Also what brand bags are you using? You can usually go to their website and find the correct ride height. Then you’ll need to remember the pressure to get them at that height,... or with Accuair, set your sensors at that height. Also have your front end alignment done at that height. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-12-2018, 09:29 PM	#178
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! Been a while since I had an update, but I have one now.. I finally got my 59/60 Impala gauge bezels from the plater. What do you think? I am liking the copper plating look.. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-12-2018, 09:32 PM	#179
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12-12-2018, 09:57 PM	#180
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12-13-2018, 01:42 AM	#184
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12-13-2018, 12:48 PM	#186
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12-13-2018, 11:27 PM	#188
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! Thanks guys! It is definitely going to be a show truck. I figured it is a good way to advertise my shop.. I figured there is going to be some polishing on my part in the future. It shouldn't be too bad on these because they are interior parts, and I think I will give them a good coat of wax. Anyway I am excited to see my vision come to life.. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-15-2018, 07:09 PM	#190
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12-15-2018, 08:31 PM	#191
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03-31-2019, 04:37 PM	#192
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! Been a while since I posted but I do have an update. I have started cleaning up my 5.7 LS1 to be fitted in my Panel. Not a big update, but I should be starting to roll again with it... Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-31-2019, 08:03 PM	#193
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,237	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! I can't wait to see this done. It's going to be bad @$$. __________________ "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

07-30-2019, 09:10 PM	#194
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07-30-2019, 10:10 PM	#195
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04-12-2021, 08:07 PM	#197
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,768	Re: I am getting excited about my Panel!! Been a while since I posted about my Panel. I have gone through an open heart surgery and have lost my wife after a long battle in the ICU at Oregon Health Science University Hospital. That just took all the life out of me for a long time. I am slowly coming back around and now am building a Tribute truck for Beth. Anyway, some of my copper plated parts came back today and I thought I would use this opportunity to revive this thread. So here are some pics! WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

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04-13-2021, 12:54 PM	#200
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