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jhrusk · 07-01-2019, 01:37 PM

Well wishes sent your way

350TacoZilla · 07-01-2019, 03:39 PM

Sorry to hear about that man, health issues certainly take priority over the truck but sounds like you already have a plan. Hope you have smooth sailing from here on out and get back to cruising soon.

**Captainfab** · 07-01-2019, 11:46 PM

So sorry to hear about this Mark. Hopefully the VA is taking good care of you. If there is anything I can do don't hesitate to contact me.

CRGRS 66 · 07-09-2019, 03:16 PM

Markeb
I am sorry to hear about your health issues. It sounds like your spirits are still up, and you have a lot of support, I am glad to hear that.

markeb01 · 08-25-2019, 01:37 PM

Well I stepped up yesterday and ordered something I'll definitely need later this year. I see that both Speedway and Lokar have the shifter I need on sale, so I ordered up the 12" transmission mounted version along with the muscle car shift knob adapter so I won't have to experience anymore broken thumbnails from the push button knob. I want to swap back to the TH350 with my oldest son helping, but my daughter's husband wants to take it to a shop somewhere to have the swap done. We'll see I guess.

My leg isn't healing as fast as desired so I've got a few more weeks out of the garage. 3/4 of it is done, but the right most side still has some wet scabs that are taking their sweet time. So I'm not clear yet who will be doing the work. Anyway, here's what my original Lokar installation looked like with the stick near the original shifter hole, and what the new mechanism shows. The knob adapter is at the bottom and must be opened to view.

**dean jendro** · 08-26-2019, 02:13 PM

Looking good, Mark. You'll enjoy the auto trans more than you know.

markeb01 · 08-27-2019, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dean jendro

Looking good, Mark. You'll enjoy the auto trans more than you know.

Oh man I know. I can't wait to get the auto installed and get back to driving it!

**cwcarpenter98** · 08-27-2019, 10:59 PM

I'm glad to see you back posting again. I had been a lurker for awhile, but after reading through your entire build thread, I decided to start my own build thread. I hope your leg finishes healing quickly and that you can get back to driving the truck soon. Driving them is the best part

Grizz1963 · 08-28-2019, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markeb01

Oh man I know. I can't wait to get the auto installed and get back to driving it!

Can only imagine

roll_the_dice · 08-28-2019, 10:17 AM

Mark, I have read your thread many times...great work! Good luck on the road to recovery and I understand about driving a stick, but better driving an auto than nothing!

markeb01 · 08-28-2019, 05:47 PM

That's where I'm at! I've been a stick shift guy my whole life, and really dread going back to an automatic, but the truck was fun to drive with the auto I had before, so I know I'll be happy with it again. Thanks for stopping by.

**Captainfab** · 08-28-2019, 11:41 PM

Are you going with a stock converter or a little bit of a stall?

LostMy65 · 08-29-2019, 08:54 AM

I live where the roads are curvey hills, stop & go. I got tired of constantly shifting up and down.

markeb01 · 08-29-2019, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

I live where the roads are curvey hills, stop & go. I got tired of constantly shifting up and down.

I figured I'd go with a stock converter. I had a higher stall one once in my 46 Ford and I hated it. Well my shifter showed up today as promised, so I pulled it from the packaging and have it all assembled. At least it gives me something to look at and play with until the transmission arrives:

realvc · 08-30-2019, 03:48 AM

Really nice looking shifter for your very cool truck.

raven316 · 08-30-2019, 01:28 PM

This is my 66 longbed fleetside some 14 years ago when I first had it painted with JDBB. It's parked outside and under a tree so it does show some dirt. The only thing I've used toi clean it that works is windex and then it takes a to of scrubbing. I'm wondering what other ideas ya'll might have about cleaning it?

Ta2Don · 09-02-2019, 08:59 PM

Just caught up on you. Glad to hear things are looking up. Prayers.

markeb01 · 09-04-2019, 10:36 PM

Well I did it again! This afternoon I ordered the new transmission and several parts from Summit, and the slip yoke for the back of the transmission from Jeg's. Summit only offered one yoke for $299, so I bought it from Jeg's for 94.00 instead. The flex plate was backordered until the end of the month, but everything else will arrive shortly. I guess I'll need to get me kid turned on to help me soon. Also, the new converter has a 2,000 rpm stall speed, so we'll see how much fun that adds.

Also I went to the doc today for my leg, and he gave me some more instructions and another appointment in two weeks, and believes we'll be ready to start fitting the leg/shoe to me on the next visit! Yay!!!

markeb01 · 09-07-2019, 08:45 PM

The transmission parts are due to start arriving on Monday, and my oldest son and I are going to start pulling the stick shift out next Saturday. Then we'll schedule for a subsequent weekend to install the automatic, once everything arrives.

markeb01 · 09-09-2019, 04:29 PM

This afternoon I pulled out the passenger side seat, and the floor mounting brackets with their six bolts. I also pulled the door side seat belt, and pulled a couple of the upholstery panels. I'll attempt to remove the drivers seat, console, and shifter boot/linkage later today. Once that stuff if out of the way, I'll be able to remove the rubber floor mat and the transmission pan for easier access.

markeb01 · 09-09-2019, 07:29 PM

After lunch today I pulled the drivers seat along with the floor mounted attaching brackets, all remaining seat belts, all of the rear upholstery panels, and the shifter boot. The only work left for tomorrow is removing the door sills and the center console. Once those are cleared I'll pull the full floor mat and the transmission pan in the floor, making it easier to remove the 4 speed next Saturday.

likaroc13 · 09-09-2019, 08:53 PM

Sounds like you're making progress & well on your way to a new transmission!

markeb01 · 09-10-2019, 01:03 PM

We sure are! Got all the rest of the residuals out this morning, and will roll up the floor mat as soon as we have a flat place to store it downstairs. Pictures to follow shortly!

markeb01 · 09-10-2019, 05:24 PM

Okay, here's some photo's of the stripped interior, highlighting the access to removing the 4 speed, and installing the TH350: You can also see I have one of the straight line shifters that moves it inside the truck cab, and back beyond the end of the floor pan. I'm hoping I still have the original bracket and shifter rods that mounts if further forward and under the floor.

350TacoZilla · 09-12-2019, 01:54 PM

Not related to the trans swap but I have to say man that is one hell of a nice interior in that thing.

07-01-2019, 01:37 PM	#2201
jhrusk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: mid ga Posts: 553	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Well wishes sent your way __________________ check out SANFORD build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522019

07-01-2019, 03:39 PM	#2202
350TacoZilla Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hancock Md Posts: 414	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Sorry to hear about that man, health issues certainly take priority over the truck but sounds like you already have a plan. Hope you have smooth sailing from here on out and get back to cruising soon.

07-01-2019, 11:46 PM	#2203
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,251	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread So sorry to hear about this Mark. Hopefully the VA is taking good care of you. If there is anything I can do don't hesitate to contact me. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

07-09-2019, 03:16 PM	#2204
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Markeb I am sorry to hear about your health issues. It sounds like your spirits are still up, and you have a lot of support, I am glad to hear that. __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

08-26-2019, 02:13 PM	#2206
dean jendro Old and crusty Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 462	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Looking good, Mark. You'll enjoy the auto trans more than you know. __________________ 65 Chevy long wide daily driver - SOLD! 64 Chevy Short Step LS

08-27-2019, 10:59 PM	#2208
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,483	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread I'm glad to see you back posting again. I had been a lurker for awhile, but after reading through your entire build thread, I decided to start my own build thread. I hope your leg finishes healing quickly and that you can get back to driving the truck soon. Driving them is the best part __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

08-28-2019, 10:17 AM	#2210
roll_the_dice Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Manlius, NY Posts: 1,698	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Mark, I have read your thread many times...great work! Good luck on the road to recovery and I understand about driving a stick, but better driving an auto than nothing! __________________ 1965 C10 LWB Stepside 1964 GMC 1 Ton Dually Instagram #notaratrodnotashowtruck

08-28-2019, 05:47 PM	#2211
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread That's where I'm at! I've been a stick shift guy my whole life, and really dread going back to an automatic, but the truck was fun to drive with the auto I had before, so I know I'll be happy with it again. Thanks for stopping by. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

08-28-2019, 11:41 PM	#2212
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,251	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Are you going with a stock converter or a little bit of a stall? __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

08-29-2019, 08:54 AM	#2213
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,528	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread I live where the roads are curvey hills, stop & go. I got tired of constantly shifting up and down. __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

08-30-2019, 03:48 AM	#2215
realvc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lake Norrell, Arkansas Posts: 415	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Really nice looking shifter for your very cool truck. __________________ Vince Galatians 6:14 62 SWB stepside, 94 Wrangler, 99 Z71, 99 vette My Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=719086 "If it's too loud, you're too old"

08-30-2019, 01:28 PM	#2216
raven316 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 6	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread This is my 66 longbed fleetside some 14 years ago when I first had it painted with JDBB. It's parked outside and under a tree so it does show some dirt. The only thing I've used toi clean it that works is windex and then it takes a to of scrubbing. I'm wondering what other ideas ya'll might have about cleaning it?

09-02-2019, 08:59 PM	#2217
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Just caught up on you. Glad to hear things are looking up. Prayers. __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

09-04-2019, 10:36 PM	#2218
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Well I did it again! This afternoon I ordered the new transmission and several parts from Summit, and the slip yoke for the back of the transmission from Jeg's. Summit only offered one yoke for $299, so I bought it from Jeg's for 94.00 instead. The flex plate was backordered until the end of the month, but everything else will arrive shortly. I guess I'll need to get me kid turned on to help me soon. Also, the new converter has a 2,000 rpm stall speed, so we'll see how much fun that adds. Also I went to the doc today for my leg, and he gave me some more instructions and another appointment in two weeks, and believes we'll be ready to start fitting the leg/shoe to me on the next visit! Yay!!! __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

09-07-2019, 08:45 PM	#2219
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread The transmission parts are due to start arriving on Monday, and my oldest son and I are going to start pulling the stick shift out next Saturday. Then we'll schedule for a subsequent weekend to install the automatic, once everything arrives. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502



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09-09-2019, 04:29 PM	#2220
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread This afternoon I pulled out the passenger side seat, and the floor mounting brackets with their six bolts. I also pulled the door side seat belt, and pulled a couple of the upholstery panels. I'll attempt to remove the drivers seat, console, and shifter boot/linkage later today. Once that stuff if out of the way, I'll be able to remove the rubber floor mat and the transmission pan for easier access. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

09-09-2019, 07:29 PM	#2221
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread After lunch today I pulled the drivers seat along with the floor mounted attaching brackets, all remaining seat belts, all of the rear upholstery panels, and the shifter boot. The only work left for tomorrow is removing the door sills and the center console. Once those are cleared I'll pull the full floor mat and the transmission pan in the floor, making it easier to remove the 4 speed next Saturday. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

09-09-2019, 08:53 PM	#2222
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Sounds like you're making progress & well on your way to a new transmission! __________________ _____________________________________________ 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)

09-10-2019, 01:03 PM	#2223
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread We sure are! Got all the rest of the residuals out this morning, and will roll up the floor mat as soon as we have a flat place to store it downstairs. Pictures to follow shortly! __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

09-10-2019, 05:24 PM	#2224
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Okay, here's some photo's of the stripped interior, highlighting the access to removing the 4 speed, and installing the TH350: You can also see I have one of the straight line shifters that moves it inside the truck cab, and back beyond the end of the floor pan. I'm hoping I still have the original bracket and shifter rods that mounts if further forward and under the floor. Attached Images __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

09-12-2019, 01:54 PM	#2225
350TacoZilla Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hancock Md Posts: 414	Re: Markeb01 Build Thread Not related to the trans swap but I have to say man that is one hell of a nice interior in that thing.

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