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bowt1ed · 08-31-2017, 02:34 PM

What, no interior pics?

**Dan in Pasadena** · 08-31-2017, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bowt1ed

What, no interior pics?

Ha! Not much has changed in there recently. I'll check it later today.

**joedoh** · 09-01-2017, 12:26 AM

use dish soap. I was having a bear of a time with a seal on a windshield and the rubber guy said dish soap. it took 1 minute

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-01-2017, 05:27 PM

I didn't think of that. I put Sylvania Silverstars in not that long before I tore the truck down. Maybe I should measure and see if there are over 7 inches?

**G&R's57GMC** · 09-08-2017, 09:18 PM

Hay Dan whats happening this week ?

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-08-2017, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by G&R's57GMC

Hay Dan whats happening this week ?

A whole lot of nothing! No invoice last week or this week, which means nothing done to it. Mike apologized but two different cars that came in for minor one day jobs ended up being multi days. One for lack of parts and one because owner kept saying, "...while you have it apart can you..."

I get it. I'm SO far past my original intended completion date now that I'll be happy if I get it done THIS YEAR! Thanks for asking, Glen!

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-15-2017, 07:25 PM

Friday, September 15, 2017

I'm on my last day of a Kauai vacation but I'm excited because I just got a text from Mike saying:

"Hi Dan, we got your truck running this week. Now we are chasing a whole slew of small things, several small leaks for instance. We setup an initial startup tune and the PCM is tuning itself as we continue to run it. Pretty damn impressive!"

He asked if I'll be home soon (tomorrow) and asked me to bring wheels and tires, "....so we can drive this thing!"

No pic's yet but as soon as I see it I'll take a short video of start up and possibly a first drive around the block. It has no bed on it yet, but I won't care.

**G&R's57GMC** · 09-15-2017, 08:02 PM

Yaaaaaaaaa !

Now I can't wait to see it run !

Hurry back with an update .

ChuckDriver · 09-15-2017, 10:05 PM

Awesome Dan! Looking forward to hearing it run!

**oldman3** · 09-15-2017, 11:12 PM

Dan, congrats on the good news, will be waiting...Jim

Black_Sheep · 09-15-2017, 11:57 PM

Best of luck on your maiden voyage, don't forget to post video...

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-16-2017, 02:04 AM

Thanks guys! I have no tail pipes behind the mufflers yet so it'll probably be a little loud - but since when is that a BAD thing?

Anyway, yes I'll post as soon as I can.

**Advanced Design** · 09-16-2017, 04:08 PM

Always exciting when they start up. Looking forward to the video. Congrat's!

Russell Ashley · 09-16-2017, 06:16 PM

Awesome! Looking forward to a video.

lower50's · 09-18-2017, 08:46 AM

Oh so exciting!!!

bowt1ed · 09-18-2017, 09:08 AM

Sweet! Where's the video? Cruising the hood yet?

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-18-2017, 10:22 PM

Monday, September 18, 2017

Okay, so here's the startup video*

While there I swapped the 15" Torq Thrusts for the 17" Boyds Smoothies. I like them but when it has it's bed and the stance has settled, we'll see.

Items needed to complete:
- Front discs & calipers/system bled.
- Steering column & wheel - Returned one already - 14" (13.75") is too small.
- Mid frame member will be cut & safety loop installed. Driveshaft hits.

Other items: Small stuff that won't keep me from installing the bed and driving it to the upholstery shop will get done eventually like:
- Mount dead stock radio for appearance.
- Re-install stock vent doors - I took apart today - replace torn 60 yr old rubber.

*Well, CRAP!!!!! A "security token" is missing - whatever that means - so it won't let me upload the video. Anyone know what to do? And now the pics loaded sideways too.

Black_Sheep · 09-19-2017, 08:44 PM

What was wrong with these wheels? I think they look perfect...

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-19-2017, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Black_Sheep

What was wrong with these wheels? I think they look perfect...

Yes they do.....but they're 15". Corvette calipers wont fit under them. I have FlatOut Engineering C3 IFS. But thanks for the observation, I agree!

Black_Sheep · 09-19-2017, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

Yes they do.....but they're 15". Corvette calipers wont fit under them. I have FlatOut Engineering C3 IFS. But thanks for the observation, I agree!

Gotcha!

bowt1ed · 09-20-2017, 08:48 AM

Dan, I'm a fan of the Smoothies......, but if you decide to go back - I'll buy them!

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-20-2017, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by bowt1ed

Dan, I'm a fan of the Smoothies......, but if you decide to go back - I'll buy them!

Ha! You like them, huh? I do but they're kinda over the top "blingy" Maybe too blingy. I've even bought some gray peel off Duplicolor paint to try on the spokes to see if I'd like them better that way.

If I don't end up using them long term I'll sell them but I think shipping them even a short distance would be crazy expensive.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-21-2017, 11:34 AM

I looked it up online and it says if I use a third party host it will work - like PhotoSuckIt. But I'm definitely not paying them the ransom they want for my own photos. Maybe if someone can recommend another photo hosting site that doesn't charge I can do it.

Black_Sheep · 09-21-2017, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

I looked it up online and it says if I use a third party host it will work - like PhotoSuckIt. But I'm definitely not paying them the ransom they want for my own photos. Maybe if someone can recommend another photo hosting site that doesn't charge I can do it.

I have been hotlinking FB pics, so far it's been working ok

**Dan in Pasadena** · 09-21-2017, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Black_Sheep

I have been hotlinking FB pics, so far it's been working ok

Meaning direct loading the video from your computer? It works for my photos but not for the videos....so far. Thanks to JSavoie!

Thursday, September 21, 2017
Stopped by the shop today to drop off my stock steering wheel until I get a replacement I like.

Happy the steering column is FINALLY in and connected. It's a Flaming River column I bought cheaply on Craigslist. It ws too long for original purchaser, had a damaged "bell" and was brush finish. Flaming River sent me a new bell free of charge. I also had it polished.

Upholsterer, Rogelio, had dropped off the set in fom for me to size/comfort check it. We mounted it and it feels perfect. He'll tke it back soon and completed the job. Later I'll drive the truck to him for door panels, headliner and carpet.

The front discs, calipers & new pads all went on today. Turns out the stainless flex lines Mike had in stock are too long so shorter ones have been ordered - more waiting.

08-31-2017, 02:34 PM	#1
bowt1ed Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 505	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window What, no interior pics?

09-01-2017, 12:26 AM	#3
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,773	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window use dish soap. I was having a bear of a time with a seal on a windshield and the rubber guy said dish soap. it took 1 minute __________________ 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

09-01-2017, 05:27 PM	#4
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,338	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window I didn't think of that. I put Sylvania Silverstars in not that long before I tore the truck down. Maybe I should measure and see if there are over 7 inches? __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda!

09-08-2017, 09:18 PM	#5
G&R's57GMC Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Shasta Lake, CA. Posts: 1,619	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Hay Dan whats happening this week ? __________________ Glen & Jane's Rides ‘57 GMC NAPCO Long Bed V8 4 speed Bought 2008 7 other cars & trucks , 5 trailers '56 Chevy Long Bed I6, 4 speed Bought 1990 Sold 8.22.2020 ’56 GMC Suburban Pickup V8, 4 speed Hydramatic Bought 1996 Sold 10.11.2020 My Other Tinkerings http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...75#post8967275

09-15-2017, 07:25 PM	#7
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,338	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Friday, September 15, 2017 I'm on my last day of a Kauai vacation but I'm excited because I just got a text from Mike saying: "Hi Dan, we got your truck running this week. Now we are chasing a whole slew of small things, several small leaks for instance. We setup an initial startup tune and the PCM is tuning itself as we continue to run it. Pretty damn impressive!" He asked if I'll be home soon (tomorrow) and asked me to bring wheels and tires, *"....so we can drive this thing!"* No pic's yet but as soon as I see it I'll take a short video of start up and possibly a first drive around the block. It has no bed on it yet, but I won't care. __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda! Last edited by Dan in Pasadena; 09-15-2017 at 08:28 PM.

09-15-2017, 08:02 PM	#8
G&R's57GMC Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Shasta Lake, CA. Posts: 1,619	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Yaaaaaaaaa ! Now I can't wait to see it run ! Hurry back with an update . __________________ Glen & Jane's Rides ‘57 GMC NAPCO Long Bed V8 4 speed Bought 2008 7 other cars & trucks , 5 trailers '56 Chevy Long Bed I6, 4 speed Bought 1990 Sold 8.22.2020 ’56 GMC Suburban Pickup V8, 4 speed Hydramatic Bought 1996 Sold 10.11.2020 My Other Tinkerings http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...75#post8967275

09-15-2017, 10:05 PM	#9
ChuckDriver A320 Pilot/USAF Retired Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,622	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Awesome Dan! Looking forward to hearing it run! __________________ JJ My 1957 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334552 http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22037 Instagram - Chuckdriver57

09-15-2017, 11:12 PM	#10
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Dan, congrats on the good news, will be waiting...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 />

09-15-2017, 11:57 PM	#11
Black_Sheep Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: upper midwest Posts: 1,129	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Best of luck on your maiden voyage, don't forget to post video... __________________ Mark Brother's keeper - '58 Stepside build

09-16-2017, 02:04 AM	#12
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,338	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Thanks guys! I have no tail pipes behind the mufflers yet so it'll probably be a little loud - but since when is that a BAD thing? Anyway, yes I'll post as soon as I can. __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda!

09-16-2017, 04:08 PM	#13
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Always exciting when they start up. Looking forward to the video. Congrat's! __________________ 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

09-16-2017, 06:16 PM	#14
Russell Ashley Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 2,646	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Awesome! Looking forward to a video.

09-18-2017, 08:46 AM	#15
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Oh so exciting!!! __________________ 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

09-18-2017, 09:08 AM	#16
bowt1ed Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 505	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Sweet! Where's the video? Cruising the hood yet?

09-18-2017, 10:22 PM	#17
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,338	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Monday, September 18, 2017 Okay, so here's the startup video* While there I swapped the 15" Torq Thrusts for the 17" Boyds Smoothies. I like them but when it has it's bed and the stance has settled, we'll see. Items needed to complete: - Front discs & calipers/system bled. - Steering column & wheel - Returned one already - 14" (13.75") is too small. - Mid frame member will be cut & safety loop installed. Driveshaft hits. Other items: Small stuff that won't keep me from installing the bed and driving it to the upholstery shop will get done eventually like: - Mount dead stock radio for appearance. - Re-install stock vent doors - I took apart today - replace torn 60 yr old rubber. Well, CRAP!!!!! A "security token" is missing - whatever that means - so it won't let me upload the video. Anyone know what to do? And now the pics loaded sideways too. Attached Images __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda! Last edited by Dan in Pasadena; 09-18-2017 at 10:46 PM.*



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09-19-2017, 08:44 PM	#18
Black_Sheep Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: upper midwest Posts: 1,129	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window What was wrong with these wheels? I think they look perfect... __________________ Mark Brother's keeper - '58 Stepside build

09-20-2017, 08:48 AM	#21
bowt1ed Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 505	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window Dan, I'm a fan of the Smoothies......, but if you decide to go back - I'll buy them!

09-21-2017, 11:34 AM	#23
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,338	Re: Danny Boy is BAACK! w/ '55 Big Window I looked it up online and it says if I use a third party host it will work - like PhotoSuckIt. But I'm definitely not paying them the ransom they want for my own photos. Maybe if someone can recommend another photo hosting site that doesn't charge I can do it. __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda! Last edited by Dan in Pasadena; 09-21-2017 at 11:49 AM.

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