72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build - Page 9 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Dieselwrencher** · 06-20-2013, 02:36 PM

Pete, it is looking really nice. Sometime after I get my truck on the road, I'm going to get a glove box and gauge bezel from The Cheyene Shop. From everything I've seen he does the best matches out there.

**DeadheadNM** · 06-20-2013, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Hey Pete if you ever get tired of dragging that faded blue glovebox door around with you let me know, OK...

Will do! It's a really, really nice genuine 71 Super door - not a spot of surface rust and just a few tiny woodgrain scratches. I couldn't bring myself to pry off the applique.

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Pete, it is looking really nice. Sometime after I get my truck on the road, I'm going to get a glove box and gauge bezel from The Cheyene Shop. From everything I've seen he does the best matches out there.

Thanks! I'm pleased with his GB applique - CSM did the cluster bezel as well so the woodgrain on the dash matches. Not sure how these will match the door woodgrain but we will see.

mickey_bigdaddy · 06-22-2013, 12:22 PM

This thing is gorgeous! What's the timeline that its taken to do all this, in less than a month?

**DeadheadNM** · 06-22-2013, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by mickey_bigdaddy

This thing is gorgeous! What's the timeline that its taken to do all this, in less than a month?

Thanks! For the rebuild it's a year this month and I hope it'll be done in, say, a month. That said, I scrounged parts for a year before starting the rebuild. I want to wrap it up because I keep finding little things to tweak here and there (like the phosphate coating) while it's sitting in the shop. It's a sickness....

9teen69 · 06-23-2013, 04:27 PM

Very sick! The black zinc looks really good.
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**DeadheadNM** · 07-25-2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 9teen69

Very sick! The black zinc looks really good.
Posted via Mobile Device

Thanks! That plating is a good way to go and is OEM for a lot of parts like bolts and door striker plates - it's also economical.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-25-2013, 08:03 PM

Almost done. Here are some recent pics with the cruise control installed, hood bolted on, and my aux tank decal affixed to the dash. Carpet is in place on the floor. Can't wait to get the steelies on!!!!

SORRY - STILL CANNOT UPLOAD PICS TO THE SITE APPARENTLY - WHAT'S THE STATUS ON THIS GLITCH?????

ryanroo · 07-25-2013, 11:21 PM

i was hoping this was the reveal post! looking forward to seeing it done!

**DeadheadNM** · 07-26-2013, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

i was hoping this was the reveal post! looking forward to seeing it done!

Next post will be the finale - with steelies bolted on!

**yote1234** · 07-30-2013, 05:55 PM

really like that color!!! nice job.

birdistheword · 07-30-2013, 07:53 PM

Looking real good.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-30-2013, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by yote1234

really like that color!!! nice job.

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Originally Posted by birdistheword

Looking real good.

Thanks a lot guys...almost done! I'm rebuilding an OEM rear sliding window now.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2013, 06:21 PM

It looks amazing! Where did you get a seal kit for an OE type slider? I was in mine the other day and saw day light in one of the seals and thought, oh great.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-31-2013, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

It looks amazing! Where did you get a seal kit for an OE type slider? I was in mine the other day and saw day light in one of the seals and thought, oh great.

Thanks man! For the slider build see my thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559651

I'll update that here in the next few days and would be glad to help you get yours redone. It's not bad - vent windows are worse. The seals for the window panes required slight trimming to fit into their attachment grooves and I was handed enough scrap weatherstipping at a local commercial dealer to get this one done. Just today bolted it all together and am letting the silicone set. The frames has a few scratches but is decent overall.

Vintage Windmills · 07-31-2013, 08:10 PM

Killer truck Pete! I need to get in gear on my 72 after seeing how nice they can be!
The Harrison radiator is on its way to you, hope its useable and can end up in this truck at some point.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-31-2013, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

Killer truck Pete! I need to get in gear on my 72 after seeing how nice they can be!
The Harrison radiator is on its way to you, hope its useable and can end up in this truck at some point.

Thanks Jud!!! When poss PM the final cost so I can square up. I have my fingers crossed your radiator will work - the other two weren't rebuildable as I mentioned. When it arrives I'll take it right over to the rad shop...

Vintage Windmills · 07-31-2013, 10:39 PM

No problem Pete! It might not even need a new core. If they say its not rebuildable, I'd get a second opinion. I couldn't see any corrosion, just some light scale inside.

Jud

msgross · 07-31-2013, 11:42 PM

wow, this is one of the nicest builds i've seen... I had a chance to buy an all original 72, K-20 Super from a co-worker and didn't jump on it. He sold it, years later bought it back and will never think of selling it again I bet.

Mind if I move this thread to the 4x4 build section?

**DeadheadNM** · 08-01-2013, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

wow, this is one of the nicest builds i've seen... I had a chance to buy an all original 72, K-20 Super from a co-worker and didn't jump on it. He sold it, years later bought it back and will never think of selling it again I bet.

Mind if I move this thread to the 4x4 build section?

Thanks for the compliment! It's been a big effort for sure. I've not been lucky enough to get back any of the vehicles I've regretted selling.

As for moving - Thanks for asking. I view the 4x4 build section as more for off road modified builds of a variety of years rather than specific for 67-72 though I know of a few exceptions. The community here is better suited to critique and facilitate my efforts since my build is basically stock. I'd prefer to leave it here with its 67-72 kin if possible.

HotRod C/10 · 08-01-2013, 10:45 PM

any pics of the new Blazer Pete? Truck is looking sharp!

**DeadheadNM** · 08-01-2013, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by HotRod C/10

any pics of the new Blazer Pete? Truck is looking sharp!

Thanks bud! Waiting on just a few tweaks to the Blazer before posting pics. I did get it registered in NM with a truck specific turquoise NM plate stamped 71.

ryanroo · 08-28-2013, 11:19 PM

28 days since the last update! c'mon man, we all know your to busy cruising around to take pics for us but we need pics!

**DeadheadNM** · 08-28-2013, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

28 days since the last update! c'mon man, we all know your to busy cruising around to take pics for us but we need pics!

LOL! It's running and the mirrors, windshield, rebuilt rear slider window, front bumper, and steelies are on but we are waiting on an AC condenser. Once the AC is a go the parchment panels, seats, and console will get bolted in place. Soooo close it's killing me!!!! BTW- I may be up in Durango in 4 weeks...will keep you posted.

ryanroo · 08-29-2013, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

LOL! It's running and the mirrors, windshield, rebuilt rear slider window, front bumper, and steelies are on but we are waiting on an AC condenser. Once the AC is a go the parchment panels, seats, and console will get bolted in place. Soooo close it's killing me!!!! BTW- I may be up in Durango in 4 weeks...will keep you posted.

4 weeks! that would be cool! let me know for sure. maybe by then ill have actually mailed you a check! its sitting next to my computer but i keep forgetting to mail it...<sheepish grin> you bringing the k20 if you have the chance to come up?

**DeadheadNM** · 08-29-2013, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

4 weeks! that would be cool! let me know for sure. maybe by then ill have actually mailed you a check! its sitting next to my computer but i keep forgetting to mail it...<sheepish grin> you bringing the k20 if you have the chance to come up?

Thanks but NO worries on the check, hang onto it for now. I would like to drive the K20 up! Will keep you posted...

06-20-2013, 02:36 PM	#201
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, it is looking really nice. Sometime after I get my truck on the road, I'm going to get a glove box and gauge bezel from The Cheyene Shop. From everything I've seen he does the best matches out there. __________________ 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.*

06-22-2013, 12:22 PM	#203
mickey_bigdaddy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 7	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build This thing is gorgeous! What's the timeline that its taken to do all this, in less than a month?

06-23-2013, 04:27 PM	#205
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Very sick! The black zinc looks really good. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

07-25-2013, 08:03 PM	#207
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,422	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Almost done. Here are some recent pics with the cruise control installed, hood bolted on, and my aux tank decal affixed to the dash. Carpet is in place on the floor. Can't wait to get the steelies on!!!! SORRY - STILL CANNOT UPLOAD PICS TO THE SITE APPARENTLY - WHAT'S THE STATUS ON THIS GLITCH????? __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

07-25-2013, 11:21 PM	#208
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build i was hoping this was the reveal post! looking forward to seeing it done! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

07-30-2013, 05:55 PM	#210
yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,373	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build really like that color!!! nice job. __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1951 -3100 5 window short bed 4sp 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

07-30-2013, 07:53 PM	#211
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looking real good. __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

07-31-2013, 06:21 PM	#213
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build It looks amazing! Where did you get a seal kit for an OE type slider? I was in mine the other day and saw day light in one of the seals and thought, oh great. __________________ 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.*

07-31-2013, 08:10 PM	#215
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Killer truck Pete! I need to get in gear on my 72 after seeing how nice they can be! The Harrison radiator is on its way to you, hope its useable and can end up in this truck at some point. __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

07-31-2013, 10:39 PM	#217
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build No problem Pete! It might not even need a new core. If they say its not rebuildable, I'd get a second opinion. I couldn't see any corrosion, just some light scale inside. Jud __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

07-31-2013, 11:42 PM	#218
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build wow, this is one of the nicest builds i've seen... I had a chance to buy an all original 72, K-20 Super from a co-worker and didn't jump on it. He sold it, years later bought it back and will never think of selling it again I bet. Mind if I move this thread to the 4x4 build section? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

08-01-2013, 10:45 PM	#220
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build any pics of the new Blazer Pete? Truck is looking sharp! __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)

08-28-2013, 11:19 PM	#222
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build 28 days since the last update! c'mon man, we all know your to busy cruising around to take pics for us but we need pics! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions



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