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cab4word67 · 09-27-2021, 12:28 AM

Whats everyone using for pictures My Imbb.com just quit? and removed all my pic
Got em back site was down??

67C10Step · 09-27-2021, 08:07 AM

Slipped everything together this weekend. Still need to install the fender braces before I tighten it all down. Rear lights need wiring and bed ground to frame. Been just under 2-1/2 years from dragging it out of a shed and now. Lots of hours and $$ spent but I think I'll have a solid runner by spring. Lots done and lots left to do.......

**Ol Blue K20** · 09-27-2021, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Slipped everything together this weekend. Still need to install the fender braces before I tighten it all down. Rear lights need wiring and bed ground to frame. Been just under 2-1/2 years from dragging it out of a shed and now. Lots of hours and $$ spent but I think I'll have a solid runner by spring. Lots done and lots left to do.......

Looks good

**maverickmk** · 09-27-2021, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by cab4word67

Whats everyone using for pictures My Imbb.com just quit? and removed all my pic

I use imgur.com

Rich72C10 · 09-27-2021, 08:41 AM

This weekend played with my distributor springs - set them up this time to bring in timing just a tad later and the cerve to be a bit more even. It is actually the default factory configuration. It only takes a bit to pop of/on new springs.

However, this time a little brass washer popped off that goes under one side of the spring. It took me nearly 2 hours to find that darn thing, which ended up bouncing forward of the distributor and rested under the divorced choke on the intake manifold. I really thought I wasn't going to find the darn thing!

Also got a new gas cap from the parts section for 72 gas tanks, fits so much better than the repo and look tons better too. I've ordered new valve grommets and a oil cap. After spending hours looking for that brass washer with my face 3 inches from the engine, I notice oil leaks around the grommets/cover and oil cap.

KW5413 · 09-27-2021, 02:14 PM

Drove it like I stole it...straight to a local car show. She picked up "Best Of Show- Truck"

Carl Spangler · 09-27-2021, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by cab4word67

Whats everyone using for pictures My Imbb.com just quit? and removed all my pic

I use Smugmug which is a paid professionally run image server. Basic cost is $55/year. If you're into archiving photos/vids it's a super useful platform.

cab4word67 · 09-27-2021, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by KW5413

Drove it like I stole it...straight to a local car show. She picked up "Best Of Show- Truck"

Love to see more pics. I really like the hood.

CBrown680 · 09-27-2021, 08:06 PM

Hood off and ready to install the new intake and carb

Happy_dan · 09-28-2021, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by cab4word67

Whats everyone using for pictures My Imbb.com just quit? and removed all my pic
Got em back site was down??

I use imageevent.com
I think it's about $55 a year for unlimited storage. Great when you have videos to share too because they take a lot of room. I have stuff on there from 2000

KW5413 · 09-28-2021, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by cab4word67

Love to see more pics. I really like the hood.

Thanks.

More pics from "Welcome" Thread...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=825880

Rich72C10 · 09-30-2021, 08:18 PM

This wasn't actually today but I just got the photo today. My truck was used for a photo shoot at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower center with their staff - not sure what publiciation / social media thing they are using it for but something to do with UT Austin and LBJWC.

They really loaded up the bed with people! LOL

Ben IV · 09-30-2021, 08:36 PM

Started switching over to a one piece driveshaft.

cab4word67 · 10-01-2021, 09:08 PM

Spent last few days installing a new set of 3.73 gears and all new bearings. seals. Modified my flip kit and gained 1-1/8" of travel before hitting the bump stops on the C notch. Then took out one more leaf spring (#4) from the set witch is giving me a smoother ride. Got some work to do on the underside of the wood floor then the fuel tank goes in and we can roll down the road again.

Rich72C10 · 10-02-2021, 09:11 AM

I been fighting a oil leak since my engine rebuild a year ago, I even asked my shop to look to see if my oil pan needed to be resealed. Like my brother told me, it's a old truck they leak and the leak isn't bad. The shop said all they could tell is it looked like oil was coming from the cap and perhaps the dipstick.

Fast forward to when I was working on my distributor springs, I saw oil coming from my grommet on the breather tube on the passenger side valve cover (goes to the carb / air filter base). So I got new grommets for both the passenger breather tube/PCV Valve, new proper 90 degree PCV Valve, and oil cap.

When I had things all apart I found the Flame arrestor was so gunked up I could hardly blow air through it. Took me forever to get it cleaned out but I did (seems you really don't need to replace them, just keep them clean).

Now after 50+ miles and checking the truck this morning after sitting overnight - there is ZERO oil anywhere on my oil pan, starter, flexplate cover or garage floor! Hallelujah!

**FL71C10** · 10-02-2021, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich72C10

I been fighting a oil leak since my engine rebuild a year ago, I even asked my shop to look to see if my oil pan needed to be resealed. Like my brother told me, it's a old truck they leak and the leak isn't bad. The shop said all they could tell is it looked like oil was coming from the cap and perhaps the dipstick.

Fast forward to when I was working on my distributor springs, I saw oil coming from my grommet on the breather tube on the passenger side valve cover (goes to the carb / air filter base). So I got new grommets for both the passenger breather tube/PCV Valve, new proper 90 degree PCV Valve, and oil cap.

When I had things all apart I found the Flame arrestor was so gunked up I could hardly blow air through it. Took me forever to get it cleaned out but I did (seems you really don't need to replace them, just keep them clean).

Now after 50+ miles and checking the truck this morning after sitting overnight - there is ZERO oil anywhere on my oil pan, starter, flexplate cover or garage floor! Hallelujah!

Nice job, good detective work!

KQQL IT · 10-02-2021, 06:49 PM

$15 swap meet air cleaner.
Cut chop hole saw weld
Dual snorkel air cleaner

**BK72BURB_3/4Ton4x4** · 10-02-2021, 11:31 PM

My Suburban needed a friend and I needed a good farm truck so now we have a new family member

KQQL IT · 10-03-2021, 07:23 PM

Son welded it all together. Quick spray bomb

rbbc · 10-03-2021, 08:09 PM

Installed a new tailltight wiring harness along with the taillight/back-up light assembles, bulbs, and lenses. Also ordered a bunch of parts. I'm getting ready to pass inspection and get her registered!

Davidf · 10-03-2021, 08:38 PM

Fixed vibration from rear axle. Turns out pinion/yoke nut was loose so had slop there. Also, u-joint had side to side slope in yoke. So super loosey goosey connection between driveshaft and rear end. Or too noticeable at speeds up to 65 except on decel you could feel a rumble. Over 65 and the rear slider window seems to want to rattle out of the truck due to the harmonic vibration.

So, pulled yoke, replaced seal. Removed rear cover and ring/pinion/spiders seem fine. To fix the slope of the u-joint in the yoke, I could see one location tab was worn thinner than the other. So, I add weld material to the tab and used my Drexel cutoff wheel to re-machine the tab to the correct clearance. Tighten up pinion nut with impact not worrying about the crush sleeve. After reassembly, the entire u-joint/yoke assembly is super tight with not discernible play.

Vibration is gone…happy days.

1968 K20 · 10-05-2021, 03:23 PM

Got the bed painted, still need to spray the bed liner and undercoating.

**3757chevy** · 10-05-2021, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968 K20

Got the bed painted, still need to spray the bed liner and undercoating.

I LOVE that GREEN.

67C10Step · 10-05-2021, 05:21 PM

^^^^LOVE that green. Sparkles almost hurt your eyes in the sun.

cab4word67 · 10-05-2021, 07:40 PM

Yes that is a beautiful color, cant wait to see it all together

09-27-2021, 12:28 AM	#2451
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Whats everyone using for pictures My Imbb.com just quit? and removed all my pic Got em back site was down?? Last edited by cab4word67; 09-27-2021 at 07:59 PM.

09-27-2021, 08:07 AM	#2452
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Slipped everything together this weekend. Still need to install the fender braces before I tighten it all down. Rear lights need wiring and bed ground to frame. Been just under 2-1/2 years from dragging it out of a shed and now. Lots of hours and $$ spent but I think I'll have a solid runner by spring. Lots done and lots left to do....... Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

09-27-2021, 08:41 AM	#2455
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This weekend played with my distributor springs - set them up this time to bring in timing just a tad later and the cerve to be a bit more even. It is actually the default factory configuration. It only takes a bit to pop of/on new springs. However, this time a little brass washer popped off that goes under one side of the spring. It took me nearly 2 hours to find that darn thing, which ended up bouncing forward of the distributor and rested under the divorced choke on the intake manifold. I really thought I wasn't going to find the darn thing! Also got a new gas cap from the parts section for 72 gas tanks, fits so much better than the repo and look tons better too. I've ordered new valve grommets and a oil cap. After spending hours looking for that brass washer with my face 3 inches from the engine, I notice oil leaks around the grommets/cover and oil cap. __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

09-27-2021, 02:14 PM	#2456
KW5413 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drove it like I stole it...straight to a local car show. She picked up "Best Of Show- Truck" Attached Images

09-27-2021, 08:06 PM	#2459
CBrown680 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 49	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Hood off and ready to install the new intake and carb Attached Images

09-30-2021, 08:18 PM	#2462
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This wasn't actually today but I just got the photo today. My truck was used for a photo shoot at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower center with their staff - not sure what publiciation / social media thing they are using it for but something to do with UT Austin and LBJWC. They really loaded up the bed with people! LOL Attached Images __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

09-30-2021, 08:36 PM	#2463
Ben IV Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Glenpool OK Posts: 255	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Started switching over to a one piece driveshaft. Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC custom short bed conversion 69 GMC panel truck

10-01-2021, 09:08 PM	#2464
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Spent last few days installing a new set of 3.73 gears and all new bearings. seals. Modified my flip kit and gained 1-1/8" of travel before hitting the bump stops on the C notch. Then took out one more leaf spring (#4) from the set witch is giving me a smoother ride. Got some work to do on the underside of the wood floor then the fuel tank goes in and we can roll down the road again.

10-02-2021, 09:11 AM	#2465
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I been fighting a oil leak since my engine rebuild a year ago, I even asked my shop to look to see if my oil pan needed to be resealed. Like my brother told me, it's a old truck they leak and the leak isn't bad. The shop said all they could tell is it looked like oil was coming from the cap and perhaps the dipstick. Fast forward to when I was working on my distributor springs, I saw oil coming from my grommet on the breather tube on the passenger side valve cover (goes to the carb / air filter base). So I got new grommets for both the passenger breather tube/PCV Valve, new proper 90 degree PCV Valve, and oil cap. When I had things all apart I found the Flame arrestor was so gunked up I could hardly blow air through it. Took me forever to get it cleaned out but I did (seems you really don't need to replace them, just keep them clean). Now after 50+ miles and checking the truck this morning after sitting overnight - there is ZERO oil anywhere on my oil pan, starter, flexplate cover or garage floor! Hallelujah! Attached Images __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| Upgraded Fully Super Trim Last edited by Rich72C10; 10-02-2021 at 10:20 AM.*

10-02-2021, 06:49 PM	#2467
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,237	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter $15 swap meet air cleaner. Cut chop hole saw weld Dual snorkel air cleaner Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment " Last edited by KQQL IT; 10-02-2021 at 06:57 PM.

10-02-2021, 11:31 PM	#2468
BK72BURB_3/4Ton4x4 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Grass Valley, CA Posts: 100	Farm Truck - just bought it, making a 'to do' list My Suburban needed a friend and I needed a good farm truck so now we have a new family member

10-03-2021, 07:23 PM	#2469
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,237	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Son welded it all together. Quick spray bomb Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

10-03-2021, 08:09 PM	#2470
rbbc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: McKinney, Texas Posts: 17	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed a new tailltight wiring harness along with the taillight/back-up light assembles, bulbs, and lenses. Also ordered a bunch of parts. I'm getting ready to pass inspection and get her registered!

10-03-2021, 08:38 PM	#2471
Davidf Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Austin Posts: 749	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Fixed vibration from rear axle. Turns out pinion/yoke nut was loose so had slop there. Also, u-joint had side to side slope in yoke. So super loosey goosey connection between driveshaft and rear end. Or too noticeable at speeds up to 65 except on decel you could feel a rumble. Over 65 and the rear slider window seems to want to rattle out of the truck due to the harmonic vibration. So, pulled yoke, replaced seal. Removed rear cover and ring/pinion/spiders seem fine. To fix the slope of the u-joint in the yoke, I could see one location tab was worn thinner than the other. So, I add weld material to the tab and used my Drexel cutoff wheel to re-machine the tab to the correct clearance. Tighten up pinion nut with impact not worrying about the crush sleeve. After reassembly, the entire u-joint/yoke assembly is super tight with not discernible play. Vibration is gone…happy days.

10-05-2021, 03:23 PM	#2472
1968 K20 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Southern Colorado Posts: 88	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the bed painted, still need to spray the bed liner and undercoating. Attached Images



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10-05-2021, 05:21 PM	#2474
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter ^^^^LOVE that green. Sparkles almost hurt your eyes in the sun. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

10-05-2021, 07:40 PM	#2475
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Yes that is a beautiful color, cant wait to see it all together

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