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**old Rusty C10** · 08-21-2011, 04:32 PM

i finally broke down and bought a new cowl hood because i wasnt having luck geting a used one so that i installed this weekend . I went to install the tilt column in the truck and it turns out that when i bought it i never inspected it and it was messed up so that is on hold. I have to find another seat so i can do the seat cover.
How about you all?

**Palf70Step** · 08-21-2011, 06:07 PM

I got the tranny replaced in my 83 and it is real nice to see/feel the old girl move again. The super high was short lived as now I has a power steering issue to figure out.

Oh well, Love my old trucks!

D13 · 08-21-2011, 06:43 PM

Did a little clean up in the shop. put away all the pistons and rods that aren't going into the 250. Tore down a TH400 to scrap, discovered I need a 12 point 3/8 socket to get the center support, guess which one is missing off my set? Settled out some 85% WMO for the diesel. Replaced the passenger window regulator on the 99. Visited with relatives. Now I've got a fire in the pit outside, gonna hand and drink a whiskey in between the rain showers.

paul66c10 · 08-21-2011, 06:50 PM

Yanked this out

now i have this

also did got bored with white wheels and decided to change the color gloss cherry red.

now waiting for this

scooter122983 · 08-21-2011, 06:57 PM

got my tranny, tcase, and exhaust installed. now i got to do cooler lines, kickdown cable, shifter linkage, and driveshafts.

WarBeard · 08-21-2011, 08:25 PM

I did a lil bit of redneck painting!

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73gmc454 · 08-21-2011, 10:11 PM

finally installed my dash and started on the rest of the interior

higgiec10 · 08-21-2011, 10:24 PM

got grille back in got seat in and wheels cleaned up
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WarBeard · 08-21-2011, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

finally installed my dash and started on the rest of the interior

I love that dash..so simple and clean looking! Good job!

dropped81 · 08-22-2011, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

finally installed my dash and started on the rest of the interior

Sick dash man..truck looks great btw Great job on the custom bezel!

Jonboy · 08-22-2011, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

finally installed my dash and started on the rest of the interior

That looks insane! I love the attention to detail in your build.

Nothing much in my truck. I picked up a new to me aluminum radiator and met member gearheads78, and took truck out for a little ride. It has a dead miss that I can't find. Really getting to be a downer.

I did replace the vent windows and the rest of the door channel weatherstripping. Not a big job, but it sure makes a difference in how it looks. The old, cracked belt moldings were getting to me.

Moostifer · 08-22-2011, 09:45 AM

man! looks like some killer work got done this weekend!

Paul, can I borrow that window unit? going on 64 days over 100 degrees

just too freakin hot to do anything outside.

any reason why you're going with the Porterbuilt instead of one of the other kits? I'm considering doing this swap also and would like some input. PM if you want.

73GMC454... Dude, I love that dash cluster! most original idea i've seen in a while

paul66c10 · 08-22-2011, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Moostifer

man! looks like some killer work got done this weekend!

Paul, can I borrow that window unit? going on 64 days over 100 degrees

just too freakin hot to do anything outside.

any reason why you're going with the Porterbuilt instead of one of the other kits? I'm considering doing this swap also and would like some input. PM if you want.

73GMC454... Dude, I love that dash cluster! most original idea i've seen in a while

sure come on and get it lol, i went with porterbuilt cause im eventually getting his rear kit, and went ahead and got the front dropmember cause im putting a ls in my truck and instead of buying the swap mounts only to later get the dropmember down the road two birds one stone =) buy the dropmember with the ls mounts lol.

VegasBruce · 08-22-2011, 09:21 PM

I found some parts, but I don't know if I want to use them yet.

How it looks now.

And I found a steering wheel to go with the shift knob.

J Knight · 08-22-2011, 09:45 PM

8/21/2011 SLAM!
Still need to go lower in the back.

bradford · 08-23-2011, 08:56 AM

I replaced my engine,flywheel, clutch, pressure plate and throwout bearing.
Then it started raining when I was putting the accessories back on the engine.
Fried my phone so I have no proof of it right now.

Moostifer · 08-23-2011, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by bradford

I replaced my engine,flywheel, clutch, pressure plate and throwout bearing.
Then it started raining when I was putting the accessories back on the engine.
Fried my phone so I have no proof of it right now.

oh I believe you about the work done, I just want to see proof that it rained in Texas!

btw... thanks for your service!

73gmc454 · 08-23-2011, 12:30 PM

Thanks guys, looks like everybodys making good progress,

bradford · 08-24-2011, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Moostifer

oh I believe you about the work done, I just want to see proof that it rained in Texas!

btw... thanks for your service!

Oh, I'm in North Carolina. I have to change my location....
Thank you.
I will add pics soon.
I tried to put the A/C brackets back on today and couldnt get the damn things to line up right so I left it off so I could drive it home.
It drives like a totally different vehicle now. Way more power than before and it shifts effortlessly.

08-21-2011, 04:32 PM	#1
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,297	What did you get done 8/21/11 edition i finally broke down and bought a new cowl hood because i wasnt having luck geting a used one so that i installed this weekend . I went to install the tilt column in the truck and it turns out that when i bought it i never inspected it and it was messed up so that is on hold. I have to find another seat so i can do the seat cover. How about you all? Attached Images __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

08-21-2011, 06:07 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,944	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition I got the tranny replaced in my 83 and it is real nice to see/feel the old girl move again. The super high was short lived as now I has a power steering issue to figure out. Oh well, Love my old trucks! Attached Images __________________ 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!

08-21-2011, 06:43 PM	#3
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition Did a little clean up in the shop. put away all the pistons and rods that aren't going into the 250. Tore down a TH400 to scrap, discovered I need a 12 point 3/8 socket to get the center support, guess which one is missing off my set? Settled out some 85% WMO for the diesel. Replaced the passenger window regulator on the 99. Visited with relatives. Now I've got a fire in the pit outside, gonna hand and drink a whiskey in between the rain showers. __________________ 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

08-21-2011, 06:50 PM	#4
paul66c10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: chesapeake, va Posts: 89	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition Yanked this out now i have this also did got bored with white wheels and decided to change the color gloss cherry red. now waiting for this __________________ 1986 gmc shortbed (right now its rough) porterbuilt dropmember front mmw flat plate uppers and lowers, soon to have porterbuilt rear dropmember, painted cherry red rallies, flat green primer in the works with a gloss white roof, 92 civic dx daily beater, 01 z06 new toy

08-21-2011, 06:57 PM	#5
scooter122983 The Man The Myth The Mystery Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 114	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition got my tranny, tcase, and exhaust installed. now i got to do cooler lines, kickdown cable, shifter linkage, and driveshafts.

08-21-2011, 10:11 PM	#7
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition finally installed my dash and started on the rest of the interior Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

08-21-2011, 10:24 PM	#8
higgiec10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: baytown Posts: 243	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition got grille back in got seat in and wheels cleaned up

08-22-2011, 09:45 AM	#12
Moostifer a fool with no money Join Date: May 2005 Location: Overton, Tx Posts: 532	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition man! looks like some killer work got done this weekend! Paul, can I borrow that window unit? going on 64 days over 100 degrees just too freakin hot to do anything outside. any reason why you're going with the Porterbuilt instead of one of the other kits? I'm considering doing this swap also and would like some input. PM if you want. 73GMC454... Dude, I love that dash cluster! most original idea i've seen in a while __________________ Basicly stock 83 SWB with a few Bolt-ons before, during and still during http://photobucket.com/albums/y251/moostifer/truck/ http://photobucket.com/albums/y251/moostifer/motor/

08-22-2011, 09:21 PM	#14
VegasBruce Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Just outside Sin City Posts: 239	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition I found some parts, but I don't know if I want to use them yet. How it looks now. And I found a steering wheel to go with the shift knob. __________________ Bruce 73 Stepside, 74 Blazer, 75 1 Ton, 66 Barracuda and a 05 Electraglide DD http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g1...Rusti192-1.jpg

08-22-2011, 09:45 PM	#15
J Knight Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Baytown TX Posts: 2,219	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition 8/21/2011 SLAM! Still need to go lower in the back. Attached Images __________________ John 82 Chevy Silverado 350ci/TH350

08-23-2011, 08:56 AM	#16
bradford Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Carolina Posts: 151	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition I replaced my engine,flywheel, clutch, pressure plate and throwout bearing. Then it started raining when I was putting the accessories back on the engine. Fried my phone so I have no proof of it right now.

08-23-2011, 12:30 PM	#18
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: What did you get done 8/21/11 edition Thanks guys, looks like everybodys making good progress, __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237



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