What have you done to you truck the past week? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CJSC · 03-21-2011, 10:32 PM

I may be a newer member but I truly love every aspect of these incredible trucks! I thought this would be a good start to see what exactly the transformation that happens when restoring these beauts! Anyways, just post up what you've done the past week or so on the thread!

AustinScott · 03-22-2011, 10:19 PM

check this thread out... it is exactly what you are looking for.. with the bonus of having 78+ pages of cool stuff
What did you do to your truck today thread link

alsriv2 · 03-23-2011, 03:14 PM

Dropped my 396BB at my local machine/pro shop for evaluation and a complete overhaul. Bought the truck with the engine removed and disassembled. Now I am having the pleasure of having the engine build to my specs.
SO far we are looking at a complete rebuild of the '71 402 heads with new valve guides, valves and seats. The crank will have to go to -.020 and the cylinders will have to go to -.060. The engine and rods will be line bored and balanced. I am also looking to go with a Lunati Voodoo series 60202 mild cam. Not decided wether or not to go with the PO Holley intake and Holley DP (size unknown). I might just go to the Edlebrock mainfold/carb setup for ease of maintanability.

AL
'69 GMC 2500 Custom Camper
'69 Chevy C10 396

That is all so far.

Longhorn Man · 03-23-2011, 04:26 PM

i finally changed the oil in my longhorn... cap rotor and plugs too. It was way over due.
The engine is still making death noises and trying to spit a piston out a tailpipe, but thats what happens when they get worn .060 over

mrein3 · 03-23-2011, 04:33 PM

I plowed my driveway this morning so I could get out and go to work
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6772owner · 03-23-2011, 04:48 PM

Ordered a governor recalibration kit (my 700R4 shifts way too low to make use of the LT1) and fuel filter for the 72' I also ordered a new fuel sender (upgrading mine to 3/8") and a LH defroster vent (the PO put two RH vents in it!) for the 67'

PanelDeland · 03-23-2011, 06:12 PM

I pulled the intake and exhuast manifolds.Now if I can get the rest of the studs out... I can regasket and put it back together.

CJSC · 03-23-2011, 06:24 PM

Sounds like you guys have done a lot. Do you guys do most of the work yourself, or take it in? If you do take it in, for what occasions would you take it in for?

CJSC · 03-23-2011, 06:30 PM

Thanks, I appreciate that, AustinScott

TheSeeker · 03-23-2011, 06:48 PM

Sunday I pulled the dash apart, and started wiring in new gauges. Saturday I finished pulling the front clip and rad support so I can pull my motor and tranny and replace them THIS weekend. yesterday, I finished the body work and primed the front clip and hood and started the rest of the truck. Friday I hope to finally weld in the new cab corners and rockers and pre mount my kick panel speaker boxes to see where to trim. Then maybe ill sleep at work next week hahaha

Gene · 03-23-2011, 06:59 PM

Fired mine up for the first time after installing all new wiring in the truck, my only mistake was having my firing order off 1 on every cylinder

Had to look up where #1 was on a HEI its been so long since I had to do that.

RCbowtie69 · 03-23-2011, 07:05 PM

I've been collecting parts for a 4 speed automatic transplant soon & rebuilt 350 bore .60 over

**70cst** · 03-23-2011, 07:40 PM

I opened the passenger door. I need to change the oil and then get it back to Curts so he can complete some final details.

71STPSDE · 03-23-2011, 07:58 PM

I bought a new Flaming river steering column, Wilwood D52 calipers and new spindle. This goes with tons of other items I have been buying for last couple of years. Hopefully once I get these last few items, I can get the truck back on the road. Then she goes on a truck to get shipped back to Texas for good.

**Palf70Step** · 03-23-2011, 08:21 PM

I have walked by it, that is about it. Soccer season is almost over, so hopefully I will get shop time and make some progress soon.

cerjio · 03-23-2011, 08:28 PM

well since I'm still putting mine back together. I got my wire harness an started going thru the wires pulling off all the tape an making sure the wires were in good shape an repairing or replacing what was bad. I'm sure glad I did this part. Now im laying the engine bay wires to there places an retaping them.

kevmic28 · 03-23-2011, 10:42 PM

Well the other night I put out a fire in the engine compartment after my carb farted on start up and burned up the air filter at the local Wally World parking lot. So last night I put a new chrome air cleaner on it and adjusted the carb.

Classic69 · 03-24-2011, 11:11 AM

I installed projector headlights with 6000K HID's!

Here's the link to the website & some pics are on it to view:

http://www.dapperlighting.com/index.html

wldcat10 · 03-24-2011, 11:14 AM

I picked it up from paint, and had fun putting everything back on it!. I'm on the hunt and looking for some 6 lug 15" steelies so I can run my full wheel covers on my truck.

MrBeast · 03-28-2011, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Classic69

I installed projector headlights with 6000K HID's!

Here's the link to the website & some pics are on it to view:

http://www.dapperlighting.com/index.html

So where are the pics?

sodak69c10 · 03-28-2011, 12:39 PM

parked it, lol, 295 rears posi 406sbc and snow dont get along well

KEL · 03-28-2011, 12:52 PM

Finally replaced the blower motor relay.
High speed heater fan just in time for spring.

**specialtyretail** · 03-28-2011, 04:53 PM

Pulled the motor so I could clean it up and clean the engine bay.

butler57 · 03-28-2011, 09:36 PM

pulled out the bench seat then stripped out the old carpet. PO had glued in rubber carpet underpad. comes out in postage stamp sized pieces after a few years of sitting. The good news is that the floor is in great shape.

BIGBLU 72 · 03-28-2011, 09:49 PM

put in my rear drop springs and then blew my 400 sbc up...time for a rebuild!

03-22-2011, 10:19 PM	#2
AustinScott Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southington CT Posts: 548	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? check this thread out... it is exactly what you are looking for.. with the bonus of having 78+ pages of cool stuff What did you do to your truck today thread link Last edited by AustinScott; 03-22-2011 at 10:20 PM.

03-23-2011, 03:14 PM	#3
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Dropped my 396BB at my local machine/pro shop for evaluation and a complete overhaul. Bought the truck with the engine removed and disassembled. Now I am having the pleasure of having the engine build to my specs. SO far we are looking at a complete rebuild of the '71 402 heads with new valve guides, valves and seats. The crank will have to go to -.020 and the cylinders will have to go to -.060. The engine and rods will be line bored and balanced. I am also looking to go with a Lunati Voodoo series 60202 mild cam. Not decided wether or not to go with the PO Holley intake and Holley DP (size unknown). I might just go to the Edlebrock mainfold/carb setup for ease of maintanability. AL '69 GMC 2500 Custom Camper '69 Chevy C10 396 That is all so far.

03-23-2011, 04:26 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? i finally changed the oil in my longhorn... cap rotor and plugs too. It was way over due. The engine is still making death noises and trying to spit a piston out a tailpipe, but thats what happens when they get worn .060 over

03-23-2011, 04:33 PM	#5
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,254	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I plowed my driveway this morning so I could get out and go to work Posted via Mobile Device __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

03-23-2011, 04:48 PM	#6
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Ordered a governor recalibration kit (my 700R4 shifts way too low to make use of the LT1) and fuel filter for the 72' I also ordered a new fuel sender (upgrading mine to 3/8") and a LH defroster vent (the PO put two RH vents in it!) for the 67' __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644 Last edited by 6772owner; 03-23-2011 at 04:48 PM. Reason: text

03-21-2011, 10:32 PM	#1
CJSC Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 7	What have you done to you truck the past week? I may be a newer member but I truly love every aspect of these incredible trucks! I thought this would be a good start to see what exactly the transformation that happens when restoring these beauts! Anyways, just post up what you've done the past week or so on the thread!

03-23-2011, 06:12 PM	#7
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I pulled the intake and exhuast manifolds.Now if I can get the rest of the studs out... I can regasket and put it back together. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-23-2011, 06:24 PM	#8
CJSC Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 7	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Sounds like you guys have done a lot. Do you guys do most of the work yourself, or take it in? If you do take it in, for what occasions would you take it in for?

03-23-2011, 06:30 PM	#9
CJSC Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 7	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Thanks, I appreciate that, AustinScott Last edited by CJSC; 03-23-2011 at 06:31 PM.

03-23-2011, 06:48 PM	#10
TheSeeker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 337	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Sunday I pulled the dash apart, and started wiring in new gauges. Saturday I finished pulling the front clip and rad support so I can pull my motor and tranny and replace them THIS weekend. yesterday, I finished the body work and primed the front clip and hood and started the rest of the truck. Friday I hope to finally weld in the new cab corners and rockers and pre mount my kick panel speaker boxes to see where to trim. Then maybe ill sleep at work next week hahaha

03-23-2011, 06:59 PM	#11
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Fired mine up for the first time after installing all new wiring in the truck, my only mistake was having my firing order off 1 on every cylinder Had to look up where #1 was on a HEI its been so long since I had to do that.

03-23-2011, 07:05 PM	#12
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I've been collecting parts for a 4 speed automatic transplant soon & rebuilt 350 bore .60 over

03-23-2011, 07:40 PM	#13
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I opened the passenger door. I need to change the oil and then get it back to Curts so he can complete some final details. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-23-2011, 07:58 PM	#14
71STPSDE Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 296	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I bought a new Flaming river steering column, Wilwood D52 calipers and new spindle. This goes with tons of other items I have been buying for last couple of years. Hopefully once I get these last few items, I can get the truck back on the road. Then she goes on a truck to get shipped back to Texas for good. __________________ 71 Chevy Stepside 377/350

03-23-2011, 08:21 PM	#15
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I have walked by it, that is about it. Soccer season is almost over, so hopefully I will get shop time and make some progress soon. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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03-23-2011, 08:28 PM	#16
cerjio Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: coffeyville, Kansas Posts: 195	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? well since I'm still putting mine back together. I got my wire harness an started going thru the wires pulling off all the tape an making sure the wires were in good shape an repairing or replacing what was bad. I'm sure glad I did this part. Now im laying the engine bay wires to there places an retaping them.

03-23-2011, 10:42 PM	#17
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Well the other night I put out a fire in the engine compartment after my carb farted on start up and burned up the air filter at the local Wally World parking lot. So last night I put a new chrome air cleaner on it and adjusted the carb. __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster

03-24-2011, 11:11 AM	#18
Classic69 Love That '69 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada Posts: 360	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I installed projector headlights with 6000K HID's! Here's the link to the website & some pics are on it to view: http://www.dapperlighting.com/index.html __________________ *I AM CANADIAN!!!!!* 1969 Chevy C/10 Truck - SBC V8, TH-350, 3.73 Posi, 1000W Rockford Fosgate Stereo System, B&M Megashifter, GT Grant Steering Wheel, Dual Magnaflow Exhaust System, Dynomax Headers, Lowered 1" Front & 3" Rear, Front/Rear Sway Bars, Racing Seats, 6000K HID Headlights 2008 Chevy Colorado LT - 3.7L I5, 4 Speed Automatic, Crew Cab, 4X4, Z71 Off-Road Package, "Ground Effects" Package, K&N Cold Air Intake, Supermod PTB, Magnaflow Exhaust w/ Resonator, 500W Kenwood / Rockford Fosgate Stereo System, Custom LED Lighting, 6000K HID Low's / High's, Blackcat Customs Gauges / Needles, Carbon Fiber Interior Accents, KrFabs 2" Lift Shackles / Torsion Bar Crank with Rancho RS5000 Shocks, Superskids Skid Plates Last edited by Classic69; 03-24-2011 at 11:12 AM.

03-24-2011, 11:14 AM	#19
wldcat10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 157	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? I picked it up from paint, and had fun putting everything back on it!. I'm on the hunt and looking for some 6 lug 15" steelies so I can run my full wheel covers on my truck. __________________ 1970 CST/10 LWB 350 1984 Blazer

03-28-2011, 12:39 PM	#21
sodak69c10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Rapid City, South Dakota Posts: 285	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? parked it, lol, 295 rears posi 406sbc and snow dont get along well __________________ ,Clint LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES 69 C-10 short stepside 406 sbc, 02 YAMAHA WR250F, 07 SUZUKI SV650S, 81 Grand Prix 355 sbc, 81 XT 500 YAMAHA

03-28-2011, 12:52 PM	#22
KEL 72 GMC Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wells, Maine Posts: 534	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Finally replaced the blower motor relay. High speed heater fan just in time for spring.

03-28-2011, 04:53 PM	#23
specialtyretail So,, what else you got??? Join Date: May 2010 Location: Jackson, Mo Posts: 18,634	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? Pulled the motor so I could clean it up and clean the engine bay.

03-28-2011, 09:36 PM	#24
butler57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: high river ab Posts: 127	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? pulled out the bench seat then stripped out the old carpet. PO had glued in rubber carpet underpad. comes out in postage stamp sized pieces after a few years of sitting. The good news is that the floor is in great shape.

03-28-2011, 09:49 PM	#25
BIGBLU 72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ashland, KY Posts: 700	Re: What have you done to you truck the past week? put in my rear drop springs and then blew my 400 sbc up...time for a rebuild! __________________ 68 C10 LWB 2/4 drop 406/th400/3.73posi 04 Silverado SS LQ9 6.0/4L65e/4.11posi AWD

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