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blue57 · 07-16-2013, 09:03 PM

Got my head unit mounted and secured.

mknittle · 07-17-2013, 07:38 PM

I put the cab on for some mockup. I needed to transfer punch the holes for the radiator core support. I was also curious about how my engine was going to sit. I made the motor/trans mounts with the cab and fenders off the frame.
I came out pretty good all in all. the engine could have been back a little but will work fine. It sits a little low but that is a good thing. I have some trimming to do on the inner fenders and core support.
The front springs will have to be changed for some form a six cylinder Camaro as they are way too stiff. Nice to see that most of the worries were unfounded.

Bubba54 · 07-17-2013, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mknittle

I put the cab on for some mockup. I needed to transfer punch the holes for the radiator core support. I was also curious about how my engine was going to sit. I made the motor/trans mounts with the cab and fenders off the frame.
I came out pretty good all in all. the engine could have been back a little but will work fine. It sits a little low but that is a good thing. I have some trimming to do on the inner fenders and core support.
The front springs will have to be changed for some form a six cylinder Camaro as they are way too stiff. Nice to see that most of the worries were unfounded.

Sounds like the build is progressing well. Are you using stock spindles or drop? I too had problems loading pics yesterday, wondering if others have had problems.
Shawn

72freak · 07-17-2013, 10:39 PM

Sold it..........

mknittle · 07-18-2013, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bubba54

Sounds like the build is progressing well. Are you using stock spindles or drop? I too had problems loading pics yesterday, wondering if others have had problems.
Shawn

Shawn,
I am thinking I will use 2" drop spindles. If not I will cut a coil off the springs.
I am shooting for getting the frame painted this summer. Anything else that gets done will just be a bonus.

Liz said the board is changing servers. so the problems should be temporary.

Mark

lowdownstar · 07-18-2013, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mknittle

I put the cab on for some mockup. I needed to transfer punch the holes for the radiator core support. I was also curious about how my engine was going to sit. I made the motor/trans mounts with the cab and fenders off the frame.
I came out pretty good all in all. the engine could have been back a little but will work fine. It sits a little low but that is a good thing. I have some trimming to do on the inner fenders and core support.
The front springs will have to be changed for some form a six cylinder Camaro as they are way too stiff. Nice to see that most of the worries were unfounded.

good for you sir!!!!

mknittle · 07-18-2013, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lowdownstar

good for you sir!!!!

Thanks Ray,
It's coming back off today or tomorrow. then I can finish the clutch bell crank,bumper mounts,gas tank hanger.and, and and

mknittle · 07-17-2013, 07:48 PM

I can't get the pictures to upload!

mechanixman · 07-17-2013, 07:55 PM

Just nominated NEWFISHER for ToTM.
Out of the 3 nominees, I'd say he has a strong chance of winning.

I'm just kidding, the other trucks are pretty slick too.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 07-17-2013, 09:25 PM

I didn't DO anything but I did receive the Altman Latch kit I'd ordered last week!

mknittle · 07-17-2013, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

I didn't DO anything but I did receive the Altman Latch kit I'd ordered last week!

woo hoo

Bubba54 · 07-18-2013, 10:25 AM

Thanks for the info. Ive already cut 1 coil of my springs. I think Ill wait and see about the drop spindles. Im also considering the QA1 front coil over kit, seems like allot of adjustability.

Shawn

Clarance J · 07-18-2013, 06:45 PM

Today I took Clarance J to have his front alignment checked. Seems my buddy Roger and did an ok job with the tape measure. Toe in/out needed a little adjustment. While he was up in the air they lubed all the zerts.

mknittle · 07-18-2013, 10:58 PM

I took the front fenders and cab back off. Started the clutch bell crank pivot mount on the frame, got that and the goof plugs in my boxing plates tacked. then took the engine and transmission off the frame. And drilled the holes for the core support. Then rolled it out of the shop so we could get the log truck in to do a brake and a tire.

Tomorrow I may attempt to leap a small building in a single bound.

53farm · 07-18-2013, 11:16 PM

Disregard--posted in wrong spot. Thanks

crossfire84 · 07-20-2013, 05:57 PM

Went to junk yard and found an over head console from an Impala SS to put in my 50. I can't seem to load a photo of it don't know why.

Daze57 · 07-20-2013, 08:07 PM

^ try again to upload a pict . -i would like to see what it looks like

crossfire84 · 07-20-2013, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Daze57

^ try again to upload a pict . -i would like to see what it looks like

still no upload, server says pics too large need to resize, i have no idea how.

mknittle · 07-22-2013, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daze57

^ try again to upload a pict . -i would like to see what it looks like

Ill see if I can reduce the size tonight.

Daze57 · 07-20-2013, 08:38 PM

rats ^ lol

Midgets50 · 07-20-2013, 09:07 PM

got a rebuild kit for my single barrel carb now to just get it rebuilt in a couple of weeks

joe70 · 07-21-2013, 02:36 PM

i got the old 235 rebuilt connected up to the 700r tranny and back in the old truck

OrrieG · 07-21-2013, 06:47 PM

Minor stuff. scored a pair of 63 Starfire courtesy lights to put in my kick panels.

mechanixman · 07-21-2013, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

Minor stuff. scored a pair of 63 Starfire courtesy lights to put in my kick panels.

Cool! Any pictures?

I made the kick panel,
still need to weld it in.

**Denee007** · 07-26-2013, 06:09 PM

I'd like to see those too!

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

Minor stuff. scored a pair of 63 Starfire courtesy lights to put in my kick panels.

07-16-2013, 09:03 PM	#1
blue57 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Victorville, CA Posts: 469	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Got my head unit mounted and secured. __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522711

07-17-2013, 07:38 PM	#2
mknittle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Auburn ca. Posts: 2,886	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? I put the cab on for some mockup. I needed to transfer punch the holes for the radiator core support. I was also curious about how my engine was going to sit. I made the motor/trans mounts with the cab and fenders off the frame. I came out pretty good all in all. the engine could have been back a little but will work fine. It sits a little low but that is a good thing. I have some trimming to do on the inner fenders and core support. The front springs will have to be changed for some form a six cylinder Camaro as they are way too stiff. Nice to see that most of the worries were unfounded. __________________ Mark My GMC build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=536602 Last edited by mknittle; 07-17-2013 at 07:43 PM.

07-17-2013, 10:39 PM	#4
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Sold it.......... __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

07-17-2013, 07:48 PM	#8
mknittle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Auburn ca. Posts: 2,886	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? I can't get the pictures to upload! __________________ Mark My GMC build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=536602

07-17-2013, 07:55 PM	#9
mechanixman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Mt. Prospect, ILL Posts: 820	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Just nominated NEWFISHER for ToTM. Out of the 3 nominees, I'd say he has a strong chance of winning. I'm just kidding, the other trucks are pretty slick too. __________________ -Nick Projects: 1952 Chevy 1 ton = The Build page

07-17-2013, 09:25 PM	#10
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,339	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? I didn't DO anything but I did receive the Altman Latch kit I'd ordered last week!

07-18-2013, 10:25 AM	#12
Bubba54 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: St. Peters, Missouri Posts: 155	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Thanks for the info. Ive already cut 1 coil of my springs. I think Ill wait and see about the drop spindles. Im also considering the QA1 front coil over kit, seems like allot of adjustability. Shawn __________________ My build thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=582647

07-18-2013, 06:45 PM	#13
Clarance J Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Grants Pass Oregon Posts: 474	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Today I took Clarance J to have his front alignment checked. Seems my buddy Roger and did an ok job with the tape measure. Toe in/out needed a little adjustment. While he was up in the air they lubed all the zerts. Attached Images __________________ You have to have patiences or you'll be one.

07-18-2013, 10:58 PM	#14
mknittle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Auburn ca. Posts: 2,886	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? I took the front fenders and cab back off. Started the clutch bell crank pivot mount on the frame, got that and the goof plugs in my boxing plates tacked. then took the engine and transmission off the frame. And drilled the holes for the core support. Then rolled it out of the shop so we could get the log truck in to do a brake and a tire. Tomorrow I may attempt to leap a small building in a single bound. __________________ Mark My GMC build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=536602

07-18-2013, 11:16 PM	#15
53farm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: DC Metro Area Posts: 36	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Disregard--posted in wrong spot. Thanks Last edited by 53farm; 07-18-2013 at 11:18 PM. Reason: posted in wrong spot

07-20-2013, 05:57 PM	#16
crossfire84 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: wind lake WI Posts: 1,749	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? Went to junk yard and found an over head console from an Impala SS to put in my 50. I can't seem to load a photo of it don't know why. __________________ LIL ERV the 50-3600 396 BBC stroked to 415 cid Richmond 6spd over drive C4 rear Porter built a arms Never give the Devil a ride,because he'll want to Drive!

07-20-2013, 08:07 PM	#17
Daze57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas - Nev. aka Sin City Posts: 1,835	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? ^ try again to upload a pict . -i would like to see what it looks like

07-20-2013, 08:38 PM	#20
Daze57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas - Nev. aka Sin City Posts: 1,835	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? rats ^ lol

07-20-2013, 09:07 PM	#21
Midgets50 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: maryville, mo Posts: 302	Re: What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ? got a rebuild kit for my single barrel carb now to just get it rebuilt in a couple of weeks

07-21-2013, 02:36 PM	#22
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07-21-2013, 06:47 PM	#23
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