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Tempest67 · 05-05-2021, 09:25 AM

Thanks Guys,

the 'custom' touches are what makes this project so much fun, as there is no Right or Wrong. Do whatever you like is all that matters.

Father&Son, - thanks for that comment, as that is exactly what I was hoping to accomplish, as I don't think those neon orange needles look right in an old truck.

Tempest67 · 05-17-2021, 04:37 PM

went for a drive on the weekend, all is good.

a few bugs to work out, but all in all, very comfortable, and easy to drive.

**8man** · 05-17-2021, 05:27 PM

Enjoy the truck.

**oldman3** · 05-17-2021, 11:33 PM

All the work paid off...Jim

**Gregski** · 05-18-2021, 12:06 AM

loved the bumper straightening mobile facility

**youngrodder** · 05-18-2021, 07:17 AM

The view thru the front windshield is the best.....

Marc

Father&son56project · 05-18-2021, 07:21 AM

OK, that's really, really nice. What a difference it makes to see it with pics that were taken outside. You even got that new roll pan to blend in and look like it's been there for a long time. All of this, just in time for another season of cancelled shows & cruise nights!!!!

olcarguy · 05-18-2021, 07:59 AM

Looks good Sir. Hard work paid off big.....

**Ol Blue K20** · 05-18-2021, 08:44 AM

Looks great.

Jason 56 · 05-18-2021, 09:27 AM

Truck looks great! Everything flows together and you nailed the stance

Tempest67 · 05-18-2021, 09:46 AM

Thanks Guys, as you know, these projects are never "done", but driving it sure feels good and I hope to log a lot of miles on it this summer.

Here is what I did for the radio. I welded over the steel dash where the stock radio goes, and made a steel box to place under the dash, and padded it with grey vinyl. However, I did not want to see a modern radio, so I took the face off an old Pontiac radio I had, added a hinge on the bottom, and a turn fastener on the top..... and presto.

I have not been listening much to it as I am enjoying the sound of the motor, but it is there when I want it.

Thanks again for the guidance and support,

baconmaker · 05-18-2021, 01:30 PM

That's slick! I like it

Tempest67 · 06-23-2021, 08:41 AM

These pics are for 'Fargolet', as we were discussing back up lights.

Since I had a reverse wire, and a 3rd Brake light wire in the rear wiring harness, I purchased 1 clear LED for a reverse light, and 2 red LED lights for the 3rd brake lights in the bed rolls.

I put the brake lights about 2 inches inside the bedroll so they are hard to see when not lit up.

**8man** · 06-23-2021, 10:51 AM

Very nice.

**Ol Blue K20** · 06-23-2021, 11:59 AM

I like it!

Tempest67 · 06-23-2021, 12:18 PM

Thanks Guys,

We went to the first small Car 'gathering' last night and the response seemed OK.

the Cops showed up to break it up and "protect" us from Covid .......... really???? (sorry, just had to vent a little)

Tempest67 · 06-23-2021, 12:20 PM

............ and that stain on the asphalt is not from this truck.

**8man** · 06-23-2021, 12:47 PM

HA! Both were very funny. I hate being protected from myself. Glad you got the truck out for some fun before it was deemed dangerous to your health to stand around.

Father&son56project · 06-23-2021, 07:40 PM

That tiny LED sure tosses out a lot of light, and it's far more subtle than the pair of lights I tossed into mine!

**joedoh** · 06-24-2021, 07:00 PM

thats a looker for sure, sorry about your covid problems

Tempest67 · 07-08-2021, 10:29 AM

Had a problem with the truck, at 40 mph, under load, the engine would sputter, cough, and chug. This only happened under load, if I depress the clutch and rev it, no problems.

Hmmmmm, is this a fuel problem? or an electrical problem? So, added some 93 octane fuel, no change, then I replaced the fuel filter, no change.

Maybe it is an electrical problem?? I used a brand new distributor, so it should not be that?? but what else?? maybe the coil (HEI) was breaking down? So, I had an old distributor, and changed caps, still no change.

OK, maybe it is the module in the distributor??? so I went back to my used distributor, removed the module, (added some dielectric grease to the bottom) put it in the truck and ...... FIXED ! no more problems, cruising along past 40 mph without a hiccup.

I purchased a new complete distributor the the very reason of not having these problems, but they still occur.

All is well, and noticed I have just put 500 miles on it so far this summer.

Hope you are all enjoying your trucks this summer.

**8man** · 07-08-2021, 10:35 AM

Nice work on the find and fix.

Tempest67 · 07-09-2021, 09:51 AM

KISS , Keep It Simple Stupid... that is my motto, and this is a perfect example why I like Carburetors and Distributors.

If this was happening with a computer controlled motor, I would be lost.

olcarguy · 07-09-2021, 03:14 PM

computers suck....Points and condensers, rock.

**joedoh** · 07-09-2021, 09:40 PM

wwwooooooty wooot. congrats on the push/pull fix.

05-05-2021, 09:25 AM	#1
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Thanks Guys, the 'custom' touches are what makes this project so much fun, as there is no Right or Wrong. Do whatever you like is all that matters. Father&Son, - thanks for that comment, as that is exactly what I was hoping to accomplish, as I don't think those neon orange needles look right in an old truck. __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

05-17-2021, 04:37 PM	#2
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale went for a drive on the weekend, all is good. a few bugs to work out, but all in all, very comfortable, and easy to drive. Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

05-17-2021, 05:27 PM	#3
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,295	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Enjoy the truck. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

05-17-2021, 11:33 PM	#4
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale All the work paid off...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

05-18-2021, 12:06 AM	#5
Gregski Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 10,820	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale loved the bumper straightening mobile facility

05-18-2021, 07:17 AM	#6
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,765	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale The view thru the front windshield is the best..... Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

05-18-2021, 07:21 AM	#7
Father&son56project Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Grey County Ontario Posts: 207	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale OK, that's really, really nice. What a difference it makes to see it with pics that were taken outside. You even got that new roll pan to blend in and look like it's been there for a long time. All of this, just in time for another season of cancelled shows & cruise nights!!!!

05-18-2021, 07:59 AM	#8
olcarguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Maynooth, Ontario, Canada Posts: 174	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Looks good Sir. Hard work paid off big..... __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...82#post8619382

05-18-2021, 08:44 AM	#9
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,935	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Looks great. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

05-18-2021, 09:27 AM	#10
Jason 56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Ishpeming, mi Posts: 612	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Truck looks great! Everything flows together and you nailed the stance __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build

05-18-2021, 09:46 AM	#11
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Thanks Guys, as you know, these projects are never "done", but driving it sure feels good and I hope to log a lot of miles on it this summer. Here is what I did for the radio. I welded over the steel dash where the stock radio goes, and made a steel box to place under the dash, and padded it with grey vinyl. However, I did not want to see a modern radio, so I took the face off an old Pontiac radio I had, added a hinge on the bottom, and a turn fastener on the top..... and presto. I have not been listening much to it as I am enjoying the sound of the motor, but it is there when I want it. Thanks again for the guidance and support, Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

05-18-2021, 01:30 PM	#12
baconmaker Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: middlesex, nc Posts: 2	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale That's slick! I like it

06-23-2021, 08:41 AM	#13
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale These pics are for 'Fargolet', as we were discussing back up lights. Since I had a reverse wire, and a 3rd Brake light wire in the rear wiring harness, I purchased 1 clear LED for a reverse light, and 2 red LED lights for the 3rd brake lights in the bed rolls. I put the brake lights about 2 inches inside the bedroll so they are hard to see when not lit up. Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

06-23-2021, 10:51 AM	#14
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,295	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Very nice. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

06-23-2021, 11:59 AM	#15
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,935	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale I like it! __________________ "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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06-23-2021, 12:18 PM	#16
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Thanks Guys, We went to the first small Car 'gathering' last night and the response seemed OK. the Cops showed up to break it up and "protect" us from Covid .......... really???? (sorry, just had to vent a little) Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

06-23-2021, 12:20 PM	#17
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale ............ and that stain on the asphalt is not from this truck. __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

06-23-2021, 12:47 PM	#18
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,295	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale HA! Both were very funny. I hate being protected from myself. Glad you got the truck out for some fun before it was deemed dangerous to your health to stand around. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

06-23-2021, 07:40 PM	#19
Father&son56project Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Grey County Ontario Posts: 207	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale That tiny LED sure tosses out a lot of light, and it's far more subtle than the pair of lights I tossed into mine!

06-24-2021, 07:00 PM	#20
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,761	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale thats a looker for sure, sorry about your covid problems __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

07-08-2021, 10:29 AM	#21
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Had a problem with the truck, at 40 mph, under load, the engine would sputter, cough, and chug. This only happened under load, if I depress the clutch and rev it, no problems. Hmmmmm, is this a fuel problem? or an electrical problem? So, added some 93 octane fuel, no change, then I replaced the fuel filter, no change. Maybe it is an electrical problem?? I used a brand new distributor, so it should not be that?? but what else?? maybe the coil (HEI) was breaking down? So, I had an old distributor, and changed caps, still no change. OK, maybe it is the module in the distributor??? so I went back to my used distributor, removed the module, (added some dielectric grease to the bottom) put it in the truck and ...... FIXED ! no more problems, cruising along past 40 mph without a hiccup. I purchased a new complete distributor the the very reason of not having these problems, but they still occur. All is well, and noticed I have just put 500 miles on it so far this summer. Hope you are all enjoying your trucks this summer. Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

07-08-2021, 10:35 AM	#22
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,295	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale Nice work on the find and fix. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

07-09-2021, 09:51 AM	#23
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 800	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale KISS , Keep It Simple Stupid... that is my motto, and this is a perfect example why I like Carburetors and Distributors. If this was happening with a computer controlled motor, I would be lost. __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

07-09-2021, 03:14 PM	#24
olcarguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Maynooth, Ontario, Canada Posts: 174	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale computers suck....Points and condensers, rock. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...82#post8619382

07-09-2021, 09:40 PM	#25
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,761	Re: 51 Chev on a S10 frame, named Dale wwwooooooty wooot. congrats on the push/pull fix. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

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