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sjarrett71 · 04-17-2011, 01:30 PM

Drove it to work about 11 miles. Longest trip since the tranny swap and it did great!

DesertCat · 04-17-2011, 01:46 PM

All I've ever done for it... bought parts :-p

Have yet to actually see it in person...

profe56 · 04-17-2011, 04:12 PM

Preparing rear end to swap

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Scott Webster · 04-17-2011, 04:34 PM

Drove to Lowes for stuff in the addition. Since the T10 got installed, Been a blast to drive. However, next move might need to be a power steering setup!

69trk · 04-17-2011, 05:06 PM

put some rally wheels/spinners on the truck today...

Rob H. · 04-17-2011, 08:42 PM

Did a little more tuning too the carb and used it like a truck!

Also put the original hub caps back on.

jhwkns · 04-18-2011, 12:23 AM

I finally got off of my lazy butt. After a year of running around in primer I'm going to finish my paint job. 98% of the body work was done months ago. I had gotten to a point and stopped. Meanwhile a few other projects were done in front of it.

I backed it into the shed, and my son and I pulled it apart today. It's almost funny how fast you can strip one of these trucks down. I hope to start painting tomorrow.

Bennett68C10 · 04-18-2011, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by stevencvn72

If that's a spintec...it's gonna sound SICK!

Yes they are Spintech Super Pro Streets, i'm excited to hear them I figure they should sound pretty good.

I also picked up a 700r4 with converter this past weekend at Englishtown Swapmeet. Got it for $140.00 with 80k miles on it. Going to see how it runs then rebuild it before i put any big power to it. Fluid was really good in it and not burnt, transmission is in really good shape came out of an 1988 Caprice. Will just do a tune up and new seals in it for now.

**Palf70Step** · 04-18-2011, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jhwkns

I finally got off of my lazy butt. After a year of running around in primer I'm going to finish my paint job. 98% of the body work was done months ago. I had gotten to a point and stopped. Meanwhile a few other projects were done in front of it.

I backed it into the shed, and my son and I pulled it apart today. It's almost funny how fast you can strip one of these trucks down. I hope to start painting tomorrow.

You doing it in white again?

jhwkns · 04-19-2011, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

You doing it in white again?

For now, Yes. Old habits are hard to break. I might go two tone later on.

I got the inside of the bed painted this evening. It turned out pretty nice. The prep work of stripping, sanding, and knocking the dings out of the bed floor took so long, I hope it was worth the effort. I hope to get the cab, hood, door panels, and tailgate sprayed tomorrow.

npc1 · 04-19-2011, 11:45 AM

Well I didnt do it today but I did it yesterday. I ordered my adjustable trailing arm crossmember from Nathan at Porterbuilt. Piece number 1 of many to come from Porterbuilt.

gonnuts · 04-19-2011, 07:39 PM

Put on my Lokar shifter linkage on my 700R4 , it's way better than the mickey mouse set-up the PO had on there(zip ties should not be used on shifter linkages!!!

) Still waiting on my engine from my builder, getting frustrated it's been a day or two for at least a week now.

Dano69c10 · 04-19-2011, 07:50 PM

Got my new stainless fuel lines (tank to pump) in today. Plan on removing the old lines, then installing the new ones. I also need to bend my own line to go from the pump to the carb.

bucketObolts · 04-19-2011, 08:03 PM

yesterday and today I pulled the front end apart. I am eagerly awaiting new 7" slam specialties bags, tie rod inner and outers, pitman arms, wheel bearings and new drum parts for the rear. Almost bit on the rear disc conversion, but had to just shut off the computer and walk away with my tail between my legs.

SSchevimp · 04-19-2011, 08:51 PM

i pulled the farmer bumper off. along with the "custom" ginormous hitch, pulled the two side fuel tanks that were added off, also took these helper leaf lookin things off ... and ordered some parts

pritch · 04-19-2011, 09:23 PM

I guess I better jump into this thread since I'm working on my new '68.

So far, I've given the cab a good once-over cleaning, fixed the driver's side door latch. Crazy thing wouldn't latch, so I pulled it out and it worked fine in my hand, so I put it back in and now it works fine in the door. Sunday I got the new ball joints and shock and brakes back together-driver's side only, and then today I started on the right side. I got everything apart before I ran outta steam, but going back together is the easy part.

Cooper33 · 04-19-2011, 11:40 PM

Finally got the garage cleaned out, washed the truck and moved into the garage. Want to keep out of the elements until I get a job and can start pouring money into it. To bad I don't have the money, cause I got all the time in the world.

**Stocker** · 04-20-2011, 12:03 AM

I discovered that my spare -- original, I believe -- contained no air. I have not checked it in a great many years. If it loses air, as I expect it to, I'll be shopping for a wheel & tire....

wwotr · 04-20-2011, 03:29 AM

Well actually a couple of days ago......
Stripped off the Black Paint on my 72 GMC Grill.
Afterwards, I'd say it was about a 7.5 out of 10.
Definatley a "50 Footer", but will do until I buy a new Chrome Grill.

flashed · 04-20-2011, 09:59 PM

I bought my 72 a new cowl hood and made a deal on a new front grill assembly by trading a new GM 68 Chevelle fender for it.

Keller · 04-20-2011, 10:34 PM

drove it like i always do

came home to find a box of goodies by the front door...

zellway · 04-21-2011, 11:28 AM

Got my tail lights installed. Also finished the exhast. This weekend will be back on the road.

1quik70 · 04-21-2011, 11:50 AM

I don't have any pic but, I filled mine full of black mulch last week! This week, I have just been beating the old thing back and forth to work like I've done since I bought it last March!

60ratrod · 04-21-2011, 12:16 PM

Finished removing the front driver's cab support and mount bolt. That bolt didn't wanna give in. Now on to removing the front clip to help with installing the new support
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Gene · 04-21-2011, 12:17 PM

Got my matching lock set installed that just showed up today from LockDoc. It sure will be nice to use one key when she gets back on the road!

04-17-2011, 01:30 PM	#2126
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Drove it to work about 11 miles. Longest trip since the tranny swap and it did great! __________________ -Scott-

04-17-2011, 01:46 PM	#2127
DesertCat Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Valley of the Sunstroke, Arizona Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today! All I've ever done for it... bought parts :-p Have yet to actually see it in person... __________________ My build thread - Devastation and Reform http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=567131

04-17-2011, 04:12 PM	#2128
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Preparing rear end to swap Uploaded with ImageShack.us

04-17-2011, 04:34 PM	#2129
Scott Webster Sheetmetal Psycho Join Date: May 2005 Location: athens PA Posts: 515	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Drove to Lowes for stuff in the addition. Since the T10 got installed, Been a blast to drive. However, next move might need to be a power steering setup! __________________ I didn't say you were stupid, but I was thinking it... I need a check up from the neck up! Project "Rigginstine's Monster" 1971 C-10 longbed 355/4spd Future mods: 67 front clip Webby's Rigginations - where everything has potential!

04-17-2011, 05:06 PM	#2130
69trk Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: bridgecreek ok. Posts: 1,214	Re: What did you do to your truck today! put some rally wheels/spinners on the truck today... Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=494388 431 big block times, changed to a 6.0 ls with turbo 1.58- 60' 7.18- 1/8th mile@95.18 11.37- 1/4 @115.81

04-17-2011, 08:42 PM	#2131
Rob H. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Petersville KY Posts: 673	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Did a little more tuning too the carb and used it like a truck! Also put the original hub caps back on. __________________ Rob 72 C/10 (under reconstruction)(destruction ? LOL) 48 Willys CJ2A 1952 Super "A" Farmall (Grandfather's)

04-18-2011, 12:23 AM	#2132
jhwkns Registered Cruiser Join Date: May 2002 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,230	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I finally got off of my lazy butt. After a year of running around in primer I'm going to finish my paint job. 98% of the body work was done months ago. I had gotten to a point and stopped. Meanwhile a few other projects were done in front of it. I backed it into the shed, and my son and I pulled it apart today. It's almost funny how fast you can strip one of these trucks down. I hope to start painting tomorrow. __________________ I intend to live forever. So far, so good.

04-19-2011, 11:45 AM	#2136
npc1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: denton texas Posts: 80	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well I didnt do it today but I did it yesterday. I ordered my adjustable trailing arm crossmember from Nathan at Porterbuilt. Piece number 1 of many to come from Porterbuilt.

04-19-2011, 07:39 PM	#2137
gonnuts Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Langdon, Ab Posts: 348	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Put on my Lokar shifter linkage on my 700R4 , it's way better than the mickey mouse set-up the PO had on there(zip ties should not be used on shifter linkages!!!) Still waiting on my engine from my builder, getting frustrated it's been a day or two for at least a week now.

04-19-2011, 07:50 PM	#2138
Dano69c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Kali Posts: 2,427	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Got my new stainless fuel lines (tank to pump) in today. Plan on removing the old lines, then installing the new ones. I also need to bend my own line to go from the pump to the carb. __________________ '69 Fleet It ain't yours, if you didn't build it! Last edited by Dano69c10; 04-19-2011 at 07:53 PM.

04-19-2011, 08:03 PM	#2139
bucketObolts Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pequannock NJ Posts: 259	Re: What did you do to your truck today! yesterday and today I pulled the front end apart. I am eagerly awaiting new 7" slam specialties bags, tie rod inner and outers, pitman arms, wheel bearings and new drum parts for the rear. Almost bit on the rear disc conversion, but had to just shut off the computer and walk away with my tail between my legs. __________________ LIFESTYLES OF THE POOR & UNKNOWN

04-19-2011, 08:51 PM	#2140
SSchevimp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Hesperia Ca Posts: 52	Re: What did you do to your truck today! i pulled the farmer bumper off. along with the "custom" ginormous hitch, pulled the two side fuel tanks that were added off, also took these helper leaf lookin things off ... and ordered some parts __________________ 70 c10 long bed 57 chevy 2 door wagon 07 tahoe 96 civic commuter

04-19-2011, 09:23 PM	#2141
pritch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hoytsville, Utah Posts: 3,365	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I guess I better jump into this thread since I'm working on my new '68. So far, I've given the cab a good once-over cleaning, fixed the driver's side door latch. Crazy thing wouldn't latch, so I pulled it out and it worked fine in my hand, so I put it back in and now it works fine in the door. Sunday I got the new ball joints and shock and brakes back together-driver's side only, and then today I started on the right side. I got everything apart before I ran outta steam, but going back together is the easy part. __________________ '68 Panel Project Boogie Chillin' '68 C-10 Ol' Green

04-19-2011, 11:40 PM	#2142
Cooper33 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 125	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Finally got the garage cleaned out, washed the truck and moved into the garage. Want to keep out of the elements until I get a job and can start pouring money into it. To bad I don't have the money, cause I got all the time in the world. __________________ Brad 67 Chevy SWB stepside - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=449426 89 Ford Bronco 92 Suzuki Sidekick 94 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 06 Honda Aquatrax

04-20-2011, 12:03 AM	#2143
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,698	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I discovered that my spare -- original, I believe -- contained no air. I have not checked it in a great many years. If it loses air, as I expect it to, I'll be shopping for a wheel & tire.... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay



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04-20-2011, 03:29 AM	#2144
wwotr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clearlake Oaks CA Posts: 1,716	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well actually a couple of days ago...... Stripped off the Black Paint on my 72 GMC Grill. Afterwards, I'd say it was about a 7.5 out of 10. Definatley a "50 Footer", but will do until I buy a new Chrome Grill. Attached Images __________________ Hello members... I'd like you to know that I sold, my 72 GMC (Ratikle), back in November of 2011. I don't visit the site much anymore, but please feel free, to drop me a private message. RIP...."RATIKLE"

04-20-2011, 09:59 PM	#2145
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I bought my 72 a new cowl hood and made a deal on a new front grill assembly by trading a new GM 68 Chevelle fender for it.

04-20-2011, 10:34 PM	#2146
Keller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your truck today! drove it like i always do came home to find a box of goodies by the front door... Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Longbed 350/350

04-21-2011, 11:28 AM	#2147
zellway Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Arizona City, AZ Posts: 747	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Got my tail lights installed. Also finished the exhast. This weekend will be back on the road. Attached Images __________________ ----------------------------------------------------------- Erik My 69 suburban http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=530626 1970 C10 step Project Jiminy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=682647 RUST!? Thats just mother natures way of telling all of us.....MINE!!!!

04-21-2011, 11:50 AM	#2148
1quik70 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana Posts: 136	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I don't have any pic but, I filled mine full of black mulch last week! This week, I have just been beating the old thing back and forth to work like I've done since I bought it last March!

04-21-2011, 12:16 PM	#2149
60ratrod yes, i do Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Spokane, wa Posts: 2,734	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Finished removing the front driver's cab support and mount bolt. That bolt didn't wanna give in. Now on to removing the front clip to help with installing the new support Posted via Mobile Device __________________ ERROR 404....... SNAPPY COMEBACK NOT FOUND _______________________________________________________________________________________________ -60 Chevy C10, dead 350/good th350 combo, sitting on a 76 c10 blazer frame, built from 11 different vehicles "the abomination" -07 gmt900 silverado 1500 lt xcab z71, granite blue -81 suzuki gs650g "shelah"- current project -81 kz1000m1 csr "sarge" -next project (just beautification) -07 kawasaki vulcan classic vn900

04-21-2011, 12:17 PM	#2150
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Got my matching lock set installed that just showed up today from LockDoc. It sure will be nice to use one key when she gets back on the road!

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