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Strodder · 01-24-2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

Your truck looks like it needs to hit the road! The steps are looking good. Keep it moving.

The body and bed aren't even bolted down yet. I have to fab the mounts because of the back half of the frame being from a 73. I want to finish the bodywork that is almost done, then do the frame and mounts. After the frame is done then I'll paint it, then mount everything permanently, wire it and get it running. That's the plan and I'm sticking to it..

shrunken66stroker · 01-24-2016, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strodder

The body and bed aren't even bolted down yet. I have to fab the mounts because of the back half of the frame being from a 73. I want to finish the bodywork that is almost done, then do the frame and mounts. After the frame is done then I'll paint it, then mount everything permanently, wire it and get it running. That's the plan and I'm sticking to it..

You could probably knock all that out in an hour or two. Get to work!

Strodder · 01-24-2016, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

You could probably knock all that out in an hour or two. Get to work!

66-PMD-GMC · 01-24-2016, 10:50 PM

Strodder · 04-12-2016, 10:46 AM

Got it back on the lift. Hope I can get the cab & bed mounted.

**Palf70Step** · 04-12-2016, 04:07 PM

Good to see you getting back on the old beater truck

likaroc13 · 04-12-2016, 08:09 PM

I agree, glad you're getting back to it. How long has it officially been since you tinkered with it?

Strodder · 04-13-2016, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

I agree, glad you're getting back to it. How long has it officially been since you tinkered with it?

It's been only about 6 months. I've been doin small jobs since the 40 Woody is having the wood installed. When it comes back to me I have to finish painting it. Customers been taking up most of my time. I guess I can't complain.

Here's the paint I did on the Woody

Strodder · 04-13-2016, 12:58 AM

I wish all this work was done to the 65. But making money comes first.

likaroc13 · 04-13-2016, 10:33 AM

I hear ya. Need to have some money in order to spend it. The Woody is looking good!

Strodder · 04-13-2016, 11:15 PM

Thanks

rkn463 · 07-03-2016, 07:16 AM

I'm really glad to see this one moving along again, I had almost given up hope. It's looking great, that woody is going to be badass too!

-Richard

Strodder · 07-03-2016, 10:28 AM

Thanks Richard. But I'm still getting distracted.. Very soon I'll be back on it. Looks like I'm going backwards, but will finish the bed with it off.

Strodder · 07-03-2016, 10:30 AM

Open for more customers, and work on my truck too.

Strodder · 10-04-2018, 10:58 AM

Holy Crap, It's been over 2 years since I posted. Let me catch you all up. Been very busy finishing the 40 Ford Woody. I was ready to deliver it to the customer but the rebuilt trans wouldn't shift right, and keeps popping out of 2nd gear. So I removed it and sent it out to get rebuilt again. The guy that rebuilt it died, and so did the warranty. I still haven't gotten the trans back, but otherwise it's done. Once I get that out of my shop, the 65 will be put on the lift, and I'll finish my Roadstar Build. No more customer work. I'm only working on my stuff.

Here's what the Woody looks like now. You can see why I haven't had time to work on my truck.

This is what I started with. This restoration was the biggest and hardest project I ever did.

Next back on my second biggest project, MY TRUCK!!! More pictures to come.

BTW, I did everything except the wood, interior, engine & trans rebuild.

**The Rocknrod** · 10-04-2018, 11:34 AM

This is turning out to be one of those 'no love' threads.

watahyahknow · 10-04-2018, 12:36 PM

i think its a beautiful car

**Palf70Step** · 10-04-2018, 07:13 PM

Great work on the Woody. Glad you are still with us. I figured you had gotten busy on something but didn't realize it was that long. Time just blurs together when you are old.

likaroc13 · 10-04-2018, 07:31 PM

The Woody turned out awesome! Glad you'll be getting back to your truck project. Looking forward to seeing progress.

Strodder · 10-04-2018, 09:15 PM

When the Woody was getting the interior done I got some work done on the step side bed.I squared up the bed header and shaved the bed holes like I did on the tailgate.

Strodder · 10-04-2018, 09:25 PM

Before the bed header panel I welded the steps to the fenders, and extended them into the fender, also made a panel below the step to make it more even with the cab. After I install the rubber mounts under the cab it will be even with the bed steps.
Incase you didn't notice I filled the side panels because I hated the ugly posts that go near the tailgate. And raised the fenders to be closer to the bed rails.
I'm not sure where I left off with previous posting.

**Palf70Step** · 10-05-2018, 07:28 AM

Glad you are back at it on the truck. Work looks great!

aggie91 · 10-09-2018, 04:21 PM

It had been so long, I thought you just gave up...

Nice to see you back at it. Great work on the Woody too.

Strodder · 10-09-2018, 07:10 PM

Thanks guys.

rusty76 · 10-10-2018, 05:23 PM

Very nice. Love the termite machine. Sweet

01-24-2016, 10:50 PM	#2154
66-PMD-GMC The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Apache Junction, Arizona Posts: 1,306	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up __________________ Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac

04-12-2016, 10:46 AM	#2155
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Got it back on the lift. Hope I can get the cab & bed mounted. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

04-12-2016, 04:07 PM	#2156
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,091	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Good to see you getting back on the old beater truck __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-12-2016, 08:09 PM	#2157
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up I agree, glad you're getting back to it. How long has it officially been since you tinkered with it? __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

04-13-2016, 12:58 AM	#2159
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up I wish all this work was done to the 65. But making money comes first. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

04-13-2016, 10:33 AM	#2160
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up I hear ya. Need to have some money in order to spend it. The Woody is looking good! __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

04-13-2016, 11:15 PM	#2161
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Thanks __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

07-03-2016, 07:16 AM	#2162
rkn463 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iredell, Texas Posts: 582	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up I'm really glad to see this one moving along again, I had almost given up hope. It's looking great, that woody is going to be badass too! -Richard __________________ I may have too many Chevys... Is that possible? 68 c50 pickup build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=704713

07-03-2016, 10:28 AM	#2163
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Thanks Richard. But I'm still getting distracted.. Very soon I'll be back on it. Looks like I'm going backwards, but will finish the bed with it off. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

07-03-2016, 10:30 AM	#2164
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Open for more customers, and work on my truck too. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

10-04-2018, 10:58 AM	#2165
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Holy Crap, It's been over 2 years since I posted. Let me catch you all up. Been very busy finishing the 40 Ford Woody. I was ready to deliver it to the customer but the rebuilt trans wouldn't shift right, and keeps popping out of 2nd gear. So I removed it and sent it out to get rebuilt again. The guy that rebuilt it died, and so did the warranty. I still haven't gotten the trans back, but otherwise it's done. Once I get that out of my shop, the 65 will be put on the lift, and I'll finish my Roadstar Build. No more customer work. I'm only working on my stuff. Here's what the Woody looks like now. You can see why I haven't had time to work on my truck. This is what I started with. This restoration was the biggest and hardest project I ever did. Next back on my second biggest project, MY TRUCK!!! More pictures to come. BTW, I did everything except the wood, interior, engine & trans rebuild. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

10-04-2018, 11:34 AM	#2166
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up This is turning out to be one of those 'no love' threads. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

10-04-2018, 12:36 PM	#2167
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up i think its a beautiful car __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

10-04-2018, 07:13 PM	#2168
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,091	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Great work on the Woody. Glad you are still with us. I figured you had gotten busy on something but didn't realize it was that long. Time just blurs together when you are old. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-04-2018, 07:31 PM	#2169
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up The Woody turned out awesome! Glad you'll be getting back to your truck project. Looking forward to seeing progress. __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)



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10-04-2018, 09:15 PM	#2170
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up When the Woody was getting the interior done I got some work done on the step side bed.I squared up the bed header and shaved the bed holes like I did on the tailgate. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

10-04-2018, 09:25 PM	#2171
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Before the bed header panel I welded the steps to the fenders, and extended them into the fender, also made a panel below the step to make it more even with the cab. After I install the rubber mounts under the cab it will be even with the bed steps. Incase you didn't notice I filled the side panels because I hated the ugly posts that go near the tailgate. And raised the fenders to be closer to the bed rails. I'm not sure where I left off with previous posting. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT* Last edited by Strodder; 10-04-2018 at 09:31 PM.

10-05-2018, 07:28 AM	#2172
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,091	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Glad you are back at it on the truck. Work looks great! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-09-2018, 04:21 PM	#2173
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up It had been so long, I thought you just gave up... Nice to see you back at it. Great work on the Woody too. __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

10-09-2018, 07:10 PM	#2174
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Thanks guys. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

10-10-2018, 05:23 PM	#2175
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: 1965/73 Cheap Build Up Very nice. Love the termite machine. Sweet __________________ 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

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