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Longhorn Man · 07-05-2009, 10:48 PM

Been a while since I've seen this title come up... used to happen every sunday.
I only had a few hrs on saturday since I had my son this weekend, but, I (finally) carpeted the rear cargo area. I've had the carpet for a year and a half... just never got around to it. Still a few things I want to do to finish it off, bit it looks a LOT better than bare yellow wood.

Yeah... I've been rollin it like this pretty much since I got it;

The tail gate, it came with the burb when i got it almost 2 years ago. I originally planned on making it nice first, but the squeeking and rattles from the old one were driving me insane, so i swapped it out.
The funny part, when i shined the flashlight inside to see what the rist level was on the inside.... I discovered a sponge... like 1/2 of a car wash sponge. I called CG, he didn't know anything about it... musta been from the member he got it off of?

Yep... another color added to the carnival ride.

I was rather shocked... the weatherstripping on the tailgate is held on with two real small phillips screws, and then glued on all around. Not only did the 2 screws come out with NO problem, but the seal came off with minimal damage that I was able to repair.

Now, I only hear a squeek once in a while on the freeway, the gate and hatch close so tight now, that with any luck, it won't leak any water anymore. (haven't washed it yet)

Please forgive the crappy photos... cell phone camera.

jbristo67 · 07-05-2009, 10:56 PM

Man I am unemployed I work on my truck during the week

Hey I have to find some humor in this right

redbaron69 · 07-05-2009, 11:01 PM

looks good longhorn man, carnival ride? be kinda hard to paint it.... just wouldnt be the same, it rocks just like it is!

prostreetC-10 · 07-05-2009, 11:14 PM

I was successful at taking a little more rubber off my back tires!!!!

Other than that....she is as was!

67CHIP72 · 07-05-2009, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbristo67

Man I am unemployed I work on my truck during the week

Hey I have to find some humor in this right

I was for 5 months last year too. I hope you find something soon.
LM Tailgate looks good; what color you gonna paint it?

vectorit · 07-05-2009, 11:21 PM

Very cool LHM!

I didn't do anything but keep an eye out for the UPS guy, since I ordered all new correct color and seamed side panel vinyl for my burb.

Ordered it almost 2 weeks ago, and it's due to show up any day now.

Once I get it I am gonna go like gang busters on my interior! I will put up some pics when I start, since I am excited to get my interior cleaned up just as nice as everything else.

hilandr452 · 07-05-2009, 11:23 PM

Well,

I wanted to drive to Denver to pick up a pristine GMC tailgate for 100 bucks but had an argument with the wife over the money and that went out the window.

I planned to change out the radio from my 83 GMC to the 71 but that didn't work out so well. The radio from the 83 doesn't have FM. I figured this out after I had it all hooked up.

I decided to change out the passenger side mirror to one that didn't rattle so bad you can't see anything in it, but I mounted it too far forward the first time and now I have 3 extra holes in my door.

Took off the glove box door to paint it, sanded it, prepped it, hung it on a hook, and lost the paint can I was going to use. I just can't find it anywhere?

So, I decided to lock everything up and try again next weekend. This was one of those days that everything I touched turned to S**t.

Dan

dan42 · 07-05-2009, 11:27 PM

Carpet is nice, Andy. Probably a lot quieter too. I got a sway bar on my '67, straightened the steering wheel out, and pulled my stereo for the millionth time, hoping it will be the last.

BossHogg69 · 07-05-2009, 11:35 PM

painting my kitchen and mowing/edging the yard only allowed my to change the oil in my '69.

haysonj · 07-05-2009, 11:42 PM

I waxed the truck and detailed the interior so I can drive to LA next weekend for the Brothers truck show.

red71c10 · 07-06-2009, 12:42 AM

I had to work Friday and Saturday so today I just cleaned the hell out of my white stripe tires with Westley's and No Touch. Wanted to get the curb scuffs off of them. Looking good now!

67ChevyRedneck · 07-06-2009, 12:47 AM

Looks good Andy.

Mines burried in the damn garage.

petey-pablo · 07-06-2009, 02:33 AM

BIGJAKE97 and I Got some work done on my truck well it's starting to look like a truck once again Mounted passenger side door & fender and driver side door.....Not much but it's getting there...

petey-pablo · 07-06-2009, 02:38 AM

More pictures....They still need some ajustments

fdbdw · 07-06-2009, 07:35 AM

put in new jets, met rods and push up springs and added a carb spacer, I think I finaly got it dialed in for this altitude, played with the fuel tank sending unit cant figure out why it reads 1/4 tank high, any ideas

72BlckButy · 07-06-2009, 08:09 AM

Pulled out the pressure washer and started cleaning up the undercarriage of the '69. Needless to say... night and day difference!

I pulled out the original spare tire and to my amazement it was still a fairly decent tire. This is going on display in the garage.

Shon · 07-06-2009, 08:12 AM

My 'weekend' started Wed while I waited on the cable company to come fix the 'net...I pressure washed the engine bay, frame, and rear end. And then began removing un-needed parts from the 6.0, took the manifolds off and other 'stuff'. Sat AM I painted some of the crossmember, removed Trans X-member, washed more of the frame, removed Drive-shaft.

I hope to set the 6.0/4l80 in Wed if nothing else comes up this week.

69GMCLonghorn · 07-06-2009, 10:01 AM

After installing my new shocks, took the wife to dinner with some friends, got a couple compliments on the truck (had a beer to celebrate!!) and parked it for the rest of the weekend (too damn hot to drive with no A/C, unless there was a good reason to!).

Next weekend I'll probably cruise to the Brother's show behind the Orange Curtain... Then the following week is the big Cruise Night in Glendale (California, that is!).

maddog1331 · 07-06-2009, 10:06 AM

I took mine to the gas station and put in $20 bucks worth. Thats something, right?

69GMCLonghorn · 07-06-2009, 10:26 AM

That's all I EVER do with mine! I put in $30 worth of Super and got right around 2/3 to 3/4 of a tank...

oldblue1968chevy · 07-06-2009, 10:57 AM

cursed my truck for leaving me stranded...then going home and puttin the good ol quadrajet back on...edelbrock seems to not be dialed in right......

then changed my oil...bout to take it on a 30 mile run...wish me luck im not bringin tools this time

69GMCLonghorn · 07-06-2009, 11:24 AM

Edelbrocks were MADE not dialed in right! I hate those dang things! Quadra-pukes are good, but I'll take a good old Holly any day.

**Hart_Rod** · 07-06-2009, 11:46 AM

Andy, I bet they were using the foam piece to help cut down on some rattles......

I jacked up my 68 LWB truck and drove a SWB chassis under it......

.

**lks dcvn** · 07-06-2009, 11:49 AM

Pulled the bed on my Dad's project truck so I could get to the front bed panel and back of the cab for minor body work...and get it in primer.

I only have a few more panels to coat with primer then the paint will fly.

I am hoping to get this done in July...

69GMCLonghorn · 07-06-2009, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Andy, I bet they were using the foam piece to help cut down on some rattles......

I jacked up my 68 LWB truck and drove a SWB chassis under it......

.

I'm stealing a quote from someone, but it fits here: "Everybody wants a short bed... until you get to Home Depot!"

07-05-2009, 10:48 PM	#1
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Been a while since I've seen this title come up... used to happen every sunday. I only had a few hrs on saturday since I had my son this weekend, but, I (finally) carpeted the rear cargo area. I've had the carpet for a year and a half... just never got around to it. Still a few things I want to do to finish it off, bit it looks a LOT better than bare yellow wood. Yeah... I've been rollin it like this pretty much since I got it; The tail gate, it came with the burb when i got it almost 2 years ago. I originally planned on making it nice first, but the squeeking and rattles from the old one were driving me insane, so i swapped it out. The funny part, when i shined the flashlight inside to see what the rist level was on the inside.... I discovered a sponge... like 1/2 of a car wash sponge. I called CG, he didn't know anything about it... musta been from the member he got it off of? Yep... another color added to the carnival ride. I was rather shocked... the weatherstripping on the tailgate is held on with two real small phillips screws, and then glued on all around. Not only did the 2 screws come out with NO problem, but the seal came off with minimal damage that I was able to repair. Now, I only hear a squeek once in a while on the freeway, the gate and hatch close so tight now, that with any luck, it won't leak any water anymore. (haven't washed it yet) Please forgive the crappy photos... cell phone camera. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 07-06-2009 at 08:07 PM.

07-05-2009, 10:56 PM	#2
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Man I am unemployed I work on my truck during the week Hey I have to find some humor in this right __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

07-05-2009, 11:01 PM	#3
redbaron69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: marion nc Posts: 588	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? looks good longhorn man, carnival ride? be kinda hard to paint it.... just wouldnt be the same, it rocks just like it is! __________________ 69 short fleet 350/350 "under construction" 70 short step 307/3 speed

07-05-2009, 11:14 PM	#4
prostreetC-10 My Carbon Footprint Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orygun Posts: 5,527	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? I was successful at taking a little more rubber off my back tires!!!! Other than that....she is as was! __________________ A quick "pedalfest" *Still getting loose (carb test)* 496 Initial fire up video!

07-05-2009, 11:21 PM	#6
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Very cool LHM! I didn't do anything but keep an eye out for the UPS guy, since I ordered all new correct color and seamed side panel vinyl for my burb. Ordered it almost 2 weeks ago, and it's due to show up any day now. Once I get it I am gonna go like gang busters on my interior! I will put up some pics when I start, since I am excited to get my interior cleaned up just as nice as everything else. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

07-05-2009, 11:23 PM	#7
hilandr452 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 357	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Well, I wanted to drive to Denver to pick up a pristine GMC tailgate for 100 bucks but had an argument with the wife over the money and that went out the window. I planned to change out the radio from my 83 GMC to the 71 but that didn't work out so well. The radio from the 83 doesn't have FM. I figured this out after I had it all hooked up. I decided to change out the passenger side mirror to one that didn't rattle so bad you can't see anything in it, but I mounted it too far forward the first time and now I have 3 extra holes in my door. Took off the glove box door to paint it, sanded it, prepped it, hung it on a hook, and lost the paint can I was going to use. I just can't find it anywhere? So, I decided to lock everything up and try again next weekend. This was one of those days that everything I touched turned to St. Dan __________________ Dan Smith Colorado Springs, CO 71 GMC Custom Camper "Longhorn" 454, TH400 73 Chevy Camper Special (Yes, it's badged a camper special) Flat Bed Motorhome conversion 454, standard tranny "DON'T TREAD ON ME !!!"** My Project: http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/20829244 , http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/24654442

07-05-2009, 11:27 PM	#8
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Carpet is nice, Andy. Probably a lot quieter too. I got a sway bar on my '67, straightened the steering wheel out, and pulled my stereo for the millionth time, hoping it will be the last. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

07-05-2009, 11:35 PM	#9
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07-05-2009, 11:42 PM	#10
haysonj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Maria, Ca. Posts: 1,423	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? I waxed the truck and detailed the interior so I can drive to LA next weekend for the Brothers truck show. __________________ 69 Chevy 4x4 383 Power

07-06-2009, 12:42 AM	#11
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? I had to work Friday and Saturday so today I just cleaned the hell out of my white stripe tires with Westley's and No Touch. Wanted to get the curb scuffs off of them. Looking good now! __________________ 1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines."

07-06-2009, 12:47 AM	#12
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07-06-2009, 02:33 AM	#13
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? BIGJAKE97 and I Got some work done on my truck well it's starting to look like a truck once again Mounted passenger side door & fender and driver side door.....Not much but it's getting there... Attached Images __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net Last edited by petey-pablo; 07-06-2009 at 02:39 AM.

07-06-2009, 02:38 AM	#14
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? More pictures....They still need some ajustments Attached Images __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net

07-06-2009, 07:35 AM	#15
fdbdw Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: colorado springs Posts: 479	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? put in new jets, met rods and push up springs and added a carb spacer, I think I finaly got it dialed in for this altitude, played with the fuel tank sending unit cant figure out why it reads 1/4 tank high, any ideas

07-06-2009, 08:09 AM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Pulled out the pressure washer and started cleaning up the undercarriage of the '69. Needless to say... night and day difference! I pulled out the original spare tire and to my amazement it was still a fairly decent tire. This is going on display in the garage. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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07-06-2009, 08:12 AM	#17
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? My 'weekend' started Wed while I waited on the cable company to come fix the 'net...I pressure washed the engine bay, frame, and rear end. And then began removing un-needed parts from the 6.0, took the manifolds off and other 'stuff'. Sat AM I painted some of the crossmember, removed Trans X-member, washed more of the frame, removed Drive-shaft. I hope to set the 6.0/4l80 in Wed if nothing else comes up this week. __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap

07-06-2009, 10:01 AM	#18
69GMCLonghorn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Porter Ranch, CA Posts: 978	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? After installing my new shocks, took the wife to dinner with some friends, got a couple compliments on the truck (had a beer to celebrate!!) and parked it for the rest of the weekend (too damn hot to drive with no A/C, unless there was a good reason to!). Next weekend I'll probably cruise to the Brother's show behind the Orange Curtain... Then the following week is the big Cruise Night in Glendale (California, that is!).

07-06-2009, 10:06 AM	#19
maddog1331 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Somerset, KY Posts: 398	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? I took mine to the gas station and put in $20 bucks worth. Thats something, right?

07-06-2009, 10:26 AM	#20
69GMCLonghorn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Porter Ranch, CA Posts: 978	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? That's all I EVER do with mine! I put in $30 worth of Super and got right around 2/3 to 3/4 of a tank...

07-06-2009, 10:57 AM	#21
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? cursed my truck for leaving me stranded...then going home and puttin the good ol quadrajet back on...edelbrock seems to not be dialed in right...... then changed my oil...bout to take it on a 30 mile run...wish me luck im not bringin tools this time __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-06-2009, 11:24 AM	#22
69GMCLonghorn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Porter Ranch, CA Posts: 978	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Edelbrocks were MADE not dialed in right! I hate those dang things! Quadra-pukes are good, but I'll take a good old Holly any day.

07-06-2009, 11:46 AM	#23
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Andy, I bet they were using the foam piece to help cut down on some rattles...... I jacked up my 68 LWB truck and drove a SWB chassis under it....... Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 07-06-2009 at 11:50 AM.

07-06-2009, 11:49 AM	#24
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: what did you get done (to your truck) this weekend? Pulled the bed on my Dad's project truck so I could get to the front bed panel and back of the cab for minor body work...and get it in primer. I only have a few more panels to coat with primer then the paint will fly. I am hoping to get this done in July...

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