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lower50's · 05-22-2018, 05:53 PM

The weather has been up and down like a yo-yo here from 9*F to 75* and everything in between. At least the humidity has held off so far. This week looks good.

CRGRS 66 · 05-23-2018, 12:22 PM

The weather way down here in Cambridge has been very similar to the weather up north in KW

lower50's · 05-23-2018, 03:55 PM

lower50's · 06-04-2018, 09:52 AM

Sunday we went to Unfinished Nationals car show, first show of the year. My 14 year old son has been working since beginning of January (with some of my help) on a frame off restoration on his 1975 CJ6. He got the body back on Monday and the motor running again Thursday. I towed it there with my truck, you hardly knew 5000lb was behind us

We all had a great day hanging with friends and family. There was about 450 vehicles there. I won "Weekend Warrior"

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**oldman3** · 06-04-2018, 07:23 PM

Congrats to both of you...Jim

**Advanced Design** · 06-04-2018, 09:14 PM

Very cool....a great day for you both!

CRGRS 66 · 06-04-2018, 09:26 PM

Congrats Bob
I see you were hanging out with Johnny Botts too!

99 to Life · 06-04-2018, 10:07 PM

ur just showing off now!!!! come tow one of my trucks to the AD nats!

lower50's · 06-05-2018, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by oldman3

Congrats to both of you...Jim

Thankyou

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Very cool....a great day for you both!

It was a lot of fun, my son fell asleep on the way home

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

Congrats Bob
I see you were hanging out with Johnny Botts too!

Ya he met us and went for the drive there, then he had to take off.

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

ur just showing off now!!!! come tow one of my trucks to the AD nats!

I would if I wasn't bringing my camper.

piratexpress1369a · 06-05-2018, 08:23 PM

Awesome job your son working on the Jeep

rusty76 · 06-06-2018, 06:29 AM

Congratulations. Man your son is following along in your shoes. Nice Jeep.

lower50's · 06-06-2018, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

Awesome job your son working on the Jeep

He got really excited when we put the body back on and started it.

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Originally Posted by rusty76

Congratulations. Man your son is following along in your shoes. Nice Jeep.

Thankyou. Yes he is quite proud of himself.

lower50's · 06-06-2018, 07:07 AM

Last night I finally installed my power steering cooler. I put it in the front of the drivers fender, it's the only spot left that would get cool air. I made a plastic air scoop splash protector. It will definitely do way more than not having one.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-07-2018, 04:04 PM

Congrats on the award and very cool that you're helping your son build his Jeep!

rusty76 · 06-07-2018, 07:44 PM

I kinda surprised you had a place in the front for the cooler. Especially after seeing how tight everything seemed under the hood and up front. Lol

lower50's · 06-08-2018, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Congrats on the award and very cool that you're helping your son build his Jeep!

Thankyou!! Ya he is learning lots and will have amazing memories.

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Originally Posted by rusty76

I kinda surprised you had a place in the front for the cooler. Especially after seeing how tight everything seemed under the hood and up front. Lol

Ya in the front of the fenders is the only spot left. lol

lower50's · 06-08-2018, 08:30 AM

So I went and got my new bigger tires for the rear. Went from 205/55/16 to 205/60/16 they are 1" taller. Mainly for a better highway gear.
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This is how you have to change tires on a '50's slammed dually. I still JUST got them on.

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**Advanced Design** · 06-08-2018, 06:01 PM

Lotta work! Though better than taking the fenders off. Sure worth it to drive such a cool truck.

rusty76 · 06-08-2018, 09:38 PM

Nothing to it.

lower50's · 06-11-2018, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Lotta work! Though better than taking the fenders off. Sure worth it to drive such a cool truck.

Ya taking the fenders off would be a pain in the a$$. Absolutely.

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Originally Posted by rusty76

Nothing to it.

Ya it could be worse.

lower50's · 06-12-2018, 02:57 PM

So results with the bigger rear tires. Once I got the speedo corrected it drops about 100rpm or I can go 2-3mph faster. I calibrated it with my GPS. It only lifts the axle 1/2" but I also noticed it rides smoother due to a bigger side wall, so it was a nice upgrade.
A picture my son took this past weekend at 65mph.
Also the new wheel stuff.
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OutlawDrifter · 06-12-2018, 05:14 PM

Very cool!

rusty76 · 06-13-2018, 02:23 PM

You and that trailer. Show off. Lol

lower50's · 06-13-2018, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OutlawDrifter

Very cool!

Thankyou

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty76

You and that trailer. Show off. Lol

That trailer has some miles on it now. 8 years old, and is getting a face lift starting in a few weeks.

lower50's · 06-14-2018, 04:21 PM

Shop Update: My shop PASSED it's final inspection this morning

05-22-2018, 05:53 PM	#1976
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build The weather has been up and down like a yo-yo here from 9F to 75 and everything in between. At least the humidity has held off so far. This week looks good. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

05-23-2018, 12:22 PM	#1977
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: My 52 GMC Build The weather way down here in Cambridge has been very similar to the weather up north in KW __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

05-23-2018, 03:55 PM	#1978
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

06-04-2018, 09:52 AM	#1979
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Sunday we went to Unfinished Nationals car show, first show of the year. My 14 year old son has been working since beginning of January (with some of my help) on a frame off restoration on his 1975 CJ6. He got the body back on Monday and the motor running again Thursday. I towed it there with my truck, you hardly knew 5000lb was behind us We all had a great day hanging with friends and family. There was about 450 vehicles there. I won "Weekend Warrior" __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

06-04-2018, 07:23 PM	#1980
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: My 52 GMC Build Congrats to both of you...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 />

06-04-2018, 09:14 PM	#1981
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: My 52 GMC Build Very cool....a great day for you both! __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

06-04-2018, 09:26 PM	#1982
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: My 52 GMC Build Congrats Bob I see you were hanging out with Johnny Botts too! __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

06-04-2018, 10:07 PM	#1983
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: My 52 GMC Build ur just showing off now!!!! come tow one of my trucks to the AD nats! __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

06-05-2018, 08:23 PM	#1985
piratexpress1369a Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Selkirk Ontario Canada Posts: 1,141	Re: My 52 GMC Build Awesome job your son working on the Jeep __________________ My 63 GMC Panel Slow Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5457281 63

06-06-2018, 06:29 AM	#1986
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: My 52 GMC Build Congratulations. Man your son is following along in your shoes. Nice Jeep. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

06-06-2018, 07:07 AM	#1988
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Last night I finally installed my power steering cooler. I put it in the front of the drivers fender, it's the only spot left that would get cool air. I made a plastic air scoop splash protector. It will definitely do way more than not having one. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

06-07-2018, 04:04 PM	#1989
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: My 52 GMC Build Congrats on the award and very cool that you're helping your son build his Jeep! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

06-07-2018, 07:44 PM	#1990
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: My 52 GMC Build I kinda surprised you had a place in the front for the cooler. Especially after seeing how tight everything seemed under the hood and up front. Lol __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

06-08-2018, 08:30 AM	#1992
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build So I went and got my new bigger tires for the rear. Went from 205/55/16 to 205/60/16 they are 1" taller. Mainly for a better highway gear. This is how you have to change tires on a '50's slammed dually. I still JUST got them on. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

06-08-2018, 06:01 PM	#1993
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: My 52 GMC Build Lotta work! Though better than taking the fenders off. Sure worth it to drive such a cool truck. __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap



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06-08-2018, 09:38 PM	#1994
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: My 52 GMC Build Nothing to it. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

06-12-2018, 02:57 PM	#1996
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build So results with the bigger rear tires. Once I got the speedo corrected it drops about 100rpm or I can go 2-3mph faster. I calibrated it with my GPS. It only lifts the axle 1/2" but I also noticed it rides smoother due to a bigger side wall, so it was a nice upgrade. A picture my son took this past weekend at 65mph. Also the new wheel stuff. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

06-12-2018, 05:14 PM	#1997
OutlawDrifter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Northeast KS Posts: 1,783	Re: My 52 GMC Build Very cool! __________________ 1999 GMC Suburban K2500 SLT, 454/4L80E 1991 Z/28, 6.0L/T56 1949 GMC 250, S10 Frame, 6.0L/4L80E Instagram @aceshighspeedshop

06-13-2018, 02:23 PM	#1998
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: My 52 GMC Build You and that trailer. Show off. Lol __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

06-14-2018, 04:21 PM	#2000
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Shop Update: My shop PASSED it's final inspection this morning __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

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