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**N2TRUX** · 04-26-2009, 10:57 PM

I spent the weekend in Reno, NV watching my daughter play volleyball. We were at the convention center most of the weekend, but did get a break Saturday morning. We decided to take the girls for a scenic drive to Lake Tahoe for brunch.

We stopped at a neat little local cafe to eat, then headed to the Lake Tahoe beach. The temp was 29 degrees so we didn't stay long, but it was an awesome place to visit.

What did you get done?

Driveway Dreams · 04-26-2009, 11:07 PM

Looks fun. How was the tourney? I got absolutely nothing done on my truck. My daughter and I went to Lowe's to get a new hose for the yard and look at flowers to plant next week sometime.

flamingbig10 · 04-26-2009, 11:20 PM

Friday I temporally finished up the engine compartment, now I just need a hood liner might order one during the week, and made a dash trim piece

Saturday put my Truck in two car shows

and today me and my dad made a sub box

chevyrestoguy · 04-26-2009, 11:35 PM

Installed the drop spindles on the '83. Also cut 1 coil out of the springs. Painted and reinstalled everything (new rotors, rebuilt calipers, all new bearings and seals, and brake hoses). Also changed out the proportioning valve for the 4-wheel disc mod I'm doing. Painted the new master cylinder and repainted the original brake booster, but I still need to bench bleed the master cylinder before I can put everything back together. Next weekend, I plan on starting on the rear brakes. I have all the parts, but I still need to blast the brackets, repaint, and install the c-notch .

The suspension wound up being a 5/7 drop after I was through, and I like the look. When you lower the jack and it won't come out from under the crossmember, it's perfect.

AceX · 04-27-2009, 12:17 AM

We had a meet out in Roseville. Good times and better people.

79gmcc15 · 04-27-2009, 12:25 AM

well this weekend, I installed and "new"*old* 4mv qjet on my truck. got the manual choke hooked up and everything but the vacuum line to the brakes. I have to re-route that, I think I am going to hook that up to the line that goes to the PCV valve. I put a gauge on that line and was getting min. 18 psi. so it should be good. man does the old truck run SO MUCH BETTER with that carb in there! before it couldn't stay running in gear. when I moved in January the truck died at every stop light and it wore that battery all the way down! even to the point that I couldn't jump start. so we had to buy a new battery lol. now it is working so much better! I love it! I don't know if you can tell but I am very excited! lol cant wait to take her for a drive!

the truck is my first car ever for me so I am trying to keep it as long as I can. lol that truck, even with its many problems and never let me down! sure, it took me 2 and a half hours and two battery's to drive 13 miles to the new house. but it got me there! that's a

for you!

bumslie75 · 04-27-2009, 01:42 AM

Well Saturday i spent all day removing all the trim molding and that tough ass glue GM puts on to holds them on with (thanks to your guys help) it was way easier telling me to get the 3m eraser. Then I washed the old beast. Then started planing what body work i need to do. I also finished the door panels for now. next im going to wrap my speaker box and do something behind the seat to match. let me know what you think or what i should do. Also i need a new rear bumper and suggestion and what style i should go with thanks

Manbearpig · 04-27-2009, 02:17 AM

Finished shoving speakers into my doors

S10Fan · 04-27-2009, 04:53 AM

Went to the Super Chevy show near Richmond on Saturday. I was really disappointed with the low vendor turnout. The swap meet was decent, just too many folks thinking their stuff is gold plated.

Here's some random truck shots..............

www.photobucket.com/S10fan

D13 · 04-27-2009, 06:12 AM

Spent the weekend nursing the generator. 10 minutes of 60mph wind = 2 days without power. Needed the generator to keep the sump pump going. Got 6" of rain over the past 5 days with mmore to come... at least the power is back on.

OrangeAnimal · 04-27-2009, 08:53 AM

Well I prepared my truck to receive it's A/C and New seats. Also if anyone can tell me the height of the bottom of the stock bench seat from the floor that would be great.

Oh I also installed new door jamb switches and a new modulator valve now the trans shifts as it should!

JohnC · 04-27-2009, 09:01 AM

Worked Saturday, and was sick as a dog late Saturday night and Sunday

. Finally feeling better, and am off today so I'm hoping to get the rally wheels painted.

RonnieTheBull · 04-27-2009, 02:52 PM

While I didnt get anything "done" to my truck over the weekend, I did purchase and got a sweet deal through ACC on new carpet, lower door panels, kick panels and embroidered floor mats at Carlisle on Friday....new steering wheels and fix my gauge issues along with something simple for the stereo and my interior will be complete!!!

morcey2 · 04-27-2009, 03:39 PM

Nothing truck-wise, but I drilled and staked a turret board for a single channel Blackface Deluxe Reverb-ish amp that I need to have done for the amp show in 2 weeks.

69BBsuburban · 04-27-2009, 04:16 PM

Had Friday off....so I took my son out wheelin' with a few other rigs.
Began Saturday removing some of the dents from Friday...hahaha!

Spent the rest of the weekend stripping paint.

Rollie396 · 04-27-2009, 06:22 PM

Checked out the Powerama show/meet in Edmonton,and spruced up the door and built this step in the garage...not quite done yet.

SkylineNXS · 04-27-2009, 09:44 PM

I unexpectedly, like most times i suppose, replaced all the rear brake components on the 87, bled the brakes (only the second time ever doin that, worked better than the first time...), then got to work on the interior. Took out all my sub and amp stuff, tore apart the dash to fix the illumination wiring issue (im an idiot, was a blown fuse that i didnt notice the first time...), and installed LEDs in the cluster for a now true blue color....also gave it a good wash....was a good weekend....

dammitmitchell · 04-27-2009, 10:32 PM

chainpulled a 2500 dodge diesel... diddnt lose will post vid when my hard drive gets back..
went shooting..
mudded with another dodge 2500 had to recover him hehehhe
and then started sanding my interior pannels to all be one dang color!

Benelli · 04-27-2009, 10:42 PM

Branded about 400 head, first actual day of work for my pick up. She did alright.

Replaced a squeaky U-joint, began preparations on my demo-derby car. Found 2 other cars....

silvereagle07 · 04-27-2009, 10:46 PM

I spent my weekend in Petersburg VA. My family and I took in some local sites, a cruise in Friday night and the Super Chevy Show saturday. Like S10FAN said the vendor turnout was disappointing but there were some awesome vehicles there. HOT, HOT, HOT !

*78 Chevyrado* · 04-27-2009, 10:58 PM

Got the gardens plowed up and ready for planting. Put up about 1200 ft of fence.

Thumpin455 · 04-27-2009, 11:04 PM

This:

And started on this.

Havent messed with the 76 yet. After I get a couple other big projects done, I will dig it back out and get more done on it. If I happen across some funds, it will get some drop spindles, springs and a flip kit. Till then, gotta keep werkin on the cars.

*78 Chevyrado* · 04-27-2009, 11:18 PM

That's a sexy cougar!

Thumpin455 · 04-28-2009, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78 Chevyrado

That's a sexy cougar!

Thanks. It was my first car, bought it way back when I was 13 in the early 80s. Just finished the paint job I started on it in 1986. I put a lot of work into it so far, and I am still about $1000 from it being drivable. Maybe I should sell the 76 to fund some of these projects..

jchav62 · 04-28-2009, 12:54 PM

Partied for my birthday and then played hookie from work and carpeted the '73...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3282502

04-26-2009, 10:57 PM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	What did you get done? 04/26 I spent the weekend in Reno, NV watching my daughter play volleyball. We were at the convention center most of the weekend, but did get a break Saturday morning. We decided to take the girls for a scenic drive to Lake Tahoe for brunch. We stopped at a neat little local cafe to eat, then headed to the Lake Tahoe beach. The temp was 29 degrees so we didn't stay long, but it was an awesome place to visit. What did you get done? Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 04-26-2009 at 10:59 PM.

04-26-2009, 11:07 PM	#2
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Looks fun. How was the tourney? I got absolutely nothing done on my truck. My daughter and I went to Lowe's to get a new hose for the yard and look at flowers to plant next week sometime. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

04-26-2009, 11:20 PM	#3
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Friday I temporally finished up the engine compartment, now I just need a hood liner might order one during the week, and made a dash trim piece Saturday put my Truck in two car shows and today me and my dad made a sub box __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

04-26-2009, 11:35 PM	#4
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Installed the drop spindles on the '83. Also cut 1 coil out of the springs. Painted and reinstalled everything (new rotors, rebuilt calipers, all new bearings and seals, and brake hoses). Also changed out the proportioning valve for the 4-wheel disc mod I'm doing. Painted the new master cylinder and repainted the original brake booster, but I still need to bench bleed the master cylinder before I can put everything back together. Next weekend, I plan on starting on the rear brakes. I have all the parts, but I still need to blast the brackets, repaint, and install the c-notch . The suspension wound up being a 5/7 drop after I was through, and I like the look. When you lower the jack and it won't come out from under the crossmember, it's perfect.

04-27-2009, 12:17 AM	#5
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 We had a meet out in Roseville. Good times and better people. __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum.

04-27-2009, 12:25 AM	#6
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 well this weekend, I installed and "new"old 4mv qjet on my truck. got the manual choke hooked up and everything but the vacuum line to the brakes. I have to re-route that, I think I am going to hook that up to the line that goes to the PCV valve. I put a gauge on that line and was getting min. 18 psi. so it should be good. man does the old truck run SO MUCH BETTER with that carb in there! before it couldn't stay running in gear. when I moved in January the truck died at every stop light and it wore that battery all the way down! even to the point that I couldn't jump start. so we had to buy a new battery lol. now it is working so much better! I love it! I don't know if you can tell but I am very excited! lol cant wait to take her for a drive! the truck is my first car ever for me so I am trying to keep it as long as I can. lol that truck, even with its many problems and never let me down! sure, it took me 2 and a half hours and two battery's to drive 13 miles to the new house. but it got me there! that's a for you! __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

04-27-2009, 01:42 AM	#7
bumslie75 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Reedley Ca Posts: 360	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Well Saturday i spent all day removing all the trim molding and that tough ass glue GM puts on to holds them on with (thanks to your guys help) it was way easier telling me to get the 3m eraser. Then I washed the old beast. Then started planing what body work i need to do. I also finished the door panels for now. next im going to wrap my speaker box and do something behind the seat to match. let me know what you think or what i should do. Also i need a new rear bumper and suggestion and what style i should go with thanks Attached Images

04-27-2009, 02:17 AM	#8
Manbearpig Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Midland, Tx Posts: 418	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Finished shoving speakers into my doors __________________ 1972 GMC C10

04-27-2009, 04:53 AM	#9
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Went to the Super Chevy show near Richmond on Saturday. I was really disappointed with the low vendor turnout. The swap meet was decent, just too many folks thinking their stuff is gold plated. Here's some random truck shots.............. www.photobucket.com/S10fan __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

04-27-2009, 06:12 AM	#10
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Spent the weekend nursing the generator. 10 minutes of 60mph wind = 2 days without power. Needed the generator to keep the sump pump going. Got 6" of rain over the past 5 days with mmore to come... at least the power is back on. __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors

04-27-2009, 08:53 AM	#11
OrangeAnimal Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 702	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Well I prepared my truck to receive it's A/C and New seats. Also if anyone can tell me the height of the bottom of the stock bench seat from the floor that would be great. Oh I also installed new door jamb switches and a new modulator valve now the trans shifts as it should! __________________ 82 Chevy SWB "OrangeAnimal" Lot of Goodies! Sold 93 GMC 1500 "Angry Red" 383 TBI Powered Fun! 300hp/410ft.lbs. 09 Yaris wife's daily. Last edited by OrangeAnimal; 04-27-2009 at 08:54 AM.

04-27-2009, 09:01 AM	#12
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Worked Saturday, and was sick as a dog late Saturday night and Sunday. Finally feeling better, and am off today so I'm hoping to get the rally wheels painted.

04-27-2009, 02:52 PM	#13
RonnieTheBull Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: MARYLAND Posts: 84	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 While I didnt get anything "done" to my truck over the weekend, I did purchase and got a sweet deal through ACC on new carpet, lower door panels, kick panels and embroidered floor mats at Carlisle on Friday....new steering wheels and fix my gauge issues along with something simple for the stereo and my interior will be complete!!!

04-27-2009, 03:39 PM	#14
morcey2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Central utah, UT Posts: 105	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Nothing truck-wise, but I drilled and staked a turret board for a single channel Blackface Deluxe Reverb-ish amp that I need to have done for the amp show in 2 weeks.

04-27-2009, 04:16 PM	#15
69BBsuburban Right in front of you. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Roy, Wa Posts: 584	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Had Friday off....so I took my son out wheelin' with a few other rigs. Began Saturday removing some of the dents from Friday...hahaha! Spent the rest of the weekend stripping paint.



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04-27-2009, 06:22 PM	#16
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Checked out the Powerama show/meet in Edmonton,and spruced up the door and built this step in the garage...not quite done yet. Attached Images __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

04-27-2009, 09:44 PM	#17
SkylineNXS Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Elgin, IL Posts: 658	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 I unexpectedly, like most times i suppose, replaced all the rear brake components on the 87, bled the brakes (only the second time ever doin that, worked better than the first time...), then got to work on the interior. Took out all my sub and amp stuff, tore apart the dash to fix the illumination wiring issue (im an idiot, was a blown fuse that i didnt notice the first time...), and installed LEDs in the cluster for a now true blue color....also gave it a good wash....was a good weekend.... Attached Images __________________ 2000 GMC Sierra EXT Cab Short 4x4, finally mine... 1966 C10 SWB Fleet, 250 I6, three on the tree.... Previously Owned.... 1987 Chevy R10 "Silverado" (at least the badges were) Short Step 350 700r4.... 1972 Chevy LWB Fleet 350/350 EXTENDED CAB ALL THE WAY! .._..~...-...._...____ .._..-...______\|_\|__\____ ..-..~.\|_(O)__\|_\|__\|_(O)]

04-27-2009, 10:32 PM	#18
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 chainpulled a 2500 dodge diesel... diddnt lose will post vid when my hard drive gets back.. went shooting.. mudded with another dodge 2500 had to recover him hehehhe and then started sanding my interior pannels to all be one dang color! __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

04-27-2009, 10:42 PM	#19
Benelli Watchin the rust grow Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Western Nebraska Posts: 950	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Branded about 400 head, first actual day of work for my pick up. She did alright. Replaced a squeaky U-joint, began preparations on my demo-derby car. Found 2 other cars.... __________________ 1979 Chevy K10 (H/D Front end) - 350 w/ Holley Truck Avenger, Weinald Intake manifold, headers, bored .060 over, mild cam, Built up TH350 (TranStar Shift kit) with a part-timed NP203 t-case SOLD ($3,000) 1997 Chevy Silverado 1500 - 4.3 vortec, extended cab, 21 highway MPG, stock. "Red" SOLD ($3,000) 1987 Toyota 4wd Pick-up - work in progress, future DD SOLD ($1,850) 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins 5spd Quad cab - old 12 valve with some work done 2004 Chevy Silverado - Black, 4x4, 5.3L, stock for now Underneath that rust is a heart of gold

04-27-2009, 10:46 PM	#20
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 I spent my weekend in Petersburg VA. My family and I took in some local sites, a cruise in Friday night and the Super Chevy Show saturday. Like S10FAN said the vendor turnout was disappointing but there were some awesome vehicles there. HOT, HOT, HOT ! __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

04-27-2009, 10:58 PM	#21
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Got the gardens plowed up and ready for planting. Put up about 1200 ft of fence.

04-27-2009, 11:04 PM	#22
Thumpin455 My truck is an alcoholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Marquette Mi Posts: 303	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 This: And started on this. Havent messed with the 76 yet. After I get a couple other big projects done, I will dig it back out and get more done on it. If I happen across some funds, it will get some drop spindles, springs and a flip kit. Till then, gotta keep werkin on the cars. __________________ Too much stuff, too many projects to list everything. my 454 urged 76 swb beater

04-27-2009, 11:18 PM	#23
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 That's a sexy cougar!

04-28-2009, 12:54 PM	#25
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: What did you get done? 04/26 Partied for my birthday and then played hookie from work and carpeted the '73... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3282502 __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

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