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**LockDoc** · 09-28-2011, 04:18 PM

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I finished up this cowl this morning. It came out great. The jig actually makes it pretty easy but it is still time consuming....

LockDoc

TigerDMD · 09-28-2011, 04:21 PM

very nice - that's going to look great on someones 68

67anthony · 09-28-2011, 04:35 PM

Nice

Low69_C10 · 09-28-2011, 04:58 PM

: DROOL :

but -
just did a quick photoshop and it looks so nasty with the wipers shaved too.
i think i just found what to do with my cowl.

n2billet · 09-28-2011, 05:01 PM

That is the only way to do it correctly. Looks Awesome!

original-71 · 09-28-2011, 05:55 PM

clean...

tubbedII · 09-28-2011, 06:51 PM

Wow...looks perfect. So are you selling these?

sdailey · 09-28-2011, 06:55 PM

Nice!

Didn't you do a how to thread one time about this Leon?

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-28-2011, 07:20 PM

looks clean......you ought to get a patent pend. on this, then find some company to buy your idea before they steal it and start stamping these out by the hundreds.

original-71 · 09-28-2011, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by RUSHNBOBO

looks clean......you ought to get a patent pend. on this, then find some company to buy your idea before they steal it and start stamping these out by the hundreds.

AGREE ! ill take one for sure...

original-71 · 09-28-2011, 07:36 PM

funny thing is i saw that mesh grill that goes under and mine dosent have it, but this looks way cleaner. VERY NICE JOB again..

Rochlow · 09-28-2011, 07:44 PM

Super nice!!!

BOZO · 09-28-2011, 08:56 PM

Great work and cool jig. I,ve been thinking about doing this modification to my truck and adding one of the early 50's manually operated flush mounted air scoops.

Sammy · 09-28-2011, 09:25 PM

Leon do these only fit the convertable top cabs like in the pic?
Joking aside looks real sweet.

PanelDeland · 09-28-2011, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by original-71

funny thing is i saw that mesh grill that goes under and mine dosent have it, but this looks way cleaner. VERY NICE JOB again..

The mesh grille is aftermarket.Most of the BB vendors will have them until you shave the cowl or if you want to keep the vents operable.

**LockDoc** · 09-28-2011, 10:55 PM

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Thanks for the kind words guys.

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Originally Posted by tubbedII

Wow...looks perfect. So are you selling these?

My friend Ron and I do them from time to time and sell them. If you are interested PM me.

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Originally Posted by sdailey

Nice!

Didn't you do a how to thread one time about this Leon?

Not really a how to, but I did post some pictures and told a little bit about the process. I guess I could do a "how to" on the next one.

LockDoc

GDUB68 · 09-28-2011, 11:05 PM

Awesome work!!! very nice!!!!

JWall · 09-29-2011, 11:44 AM

Nice.

Ackattack · 09-29-2011, 12:39 PM

Looks great and probably fits a heck of a lot better than the fiberglass one I have on my 68.

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-29-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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My friend Ron and I do them from time to time and sell them. If you are interested PM me.
LockDoc

If you were to sell one, can you give a estimated price range ? PM...if you don't want public.....Rush

CTENTA1 · 09-29-2011, 03:24 PM

Look's really nice!

BMERDOC · 09-29-2011, 03:43 PM

I have looked around and only found the 'glass version. I'm suprised that no companies are punching these out. I woulda thought that the dies could stamp out the blank and if it was a repop part the blank could be stuck in the next die to add the vent. On the other hand my search also showed that 67-68 grills, LWB bed sides, bed floors and roof skins have only been available for the last couple of years. BTW, nice job on your cowl!! I want one too. Looks like I may have to add it to the list of owner modified pieces!

turner16 · 09-29-2011, 06:55 PM

This is cool. I shaved mine too and my dash so there is nothing but steel no pad no speaker and no vents. I like the jig, beats using the actual truck as a jig. The idea really cleans up the truck. I don't think the defroster will work without the cowl vents but who cares.

**LockDoc** · 09-29-2011, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RUSHNBOBO

If you were to sell one, can you give a estimated price range ? PM...if you don't want public.....Rush

When we do them we get $300 plus shipping which usually runs about $25

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Originally Posted by turner16

This is cool. I shaved mine too and my dash so there is nothing but steel no pad no speaker and no vents. I like the jig, beats using the actual truck as a jig. The idea really cleans up the truck. I don't think the defroster will work without the cowl vents but who cares.

The heater & defroster work fine with a smooth cowl. There is plenty of of space around it for air to be drawn in.

LockDoc

09-28-2011, 04:18 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,771	Smooth Cowl - I finished up this cowl this morning. It came out great. The jig actually makes it pretty easy but it is still time consuming.... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-28-2011, 04:21 PM	#2
TigerDMD Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Laurens, SC Posts: 182	Re: Smooth Cowl very nice - that's going to look great on someones 68

09-28-2011, 04:35 PM	#3
67anthony Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: mississippi Posts: 444	Re: Smooth Cowl Nice

09-28-2011, 04:58 PM	#4
Low69_C10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Owensboro Ky Posts: 49	Re: Smooth Cowl : DROOL : but - just did a quick photoshop and it looks so nasty with the wipers shaved too. i think i just found what to do with my cowl. __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 LWB Its a long bed thing, you wouldnt understand. Last edited by Low69_C10; 09-28-2011 at 05:06 PM.

09-28-2011, 05:01 PM	#5
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: Smooth Cowl That is the only way to do it correctly. Looks Awesome! __________________ http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/n2billet -67 SWB Custom Porterbuilt Front and rear 20/22's Hazel Sold -71 StepSide Porterbuilt Stage 2 with 20/22's Stella Mae Sold

09-28-2011, 05:55 PM	#6
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: Smooth Cowl clean... __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

09-28-2011, 06:51 PM	#7
tubbedII needs more $$$ Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 1,936	Re: Smooth Cowl Wow...looks perfect. So are you selling these? __________________ 1970 2wd Blazer

09-28-2011, 06:55 PM	#8
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Smooth Cowl Nice! Didn't you do a how to thread one time about this Leon? __________________ Shannon

09-28-2011, 07:20 PM	#9
RUSHNBOBO Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Placerville Ca. Posts: 982	Re: Smooth Cowl looks clean......you ought to get a patent pend. on this, then find some company to buy your idea before they steal it and start stamping these out by the hundreds.

09-28-2011, 07:36 PM	#11
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: Smooth Cowl funny thing is i saw that mesh grill that goes under and mine dosent have it, but this looks way cleaner. VERY NICE JOB again.. __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

09-28-2011, 07:44 PM	#12
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Smooth Cowl Super nice!!!

09-28-2011, 08:56 PM	#13
BOZO Old School Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Dover,AR Posts: 185	Re: Smooth Cowl Great work and cool jig. I,ve been thinking about doing this modification to my truck and adding one of the early 50's manually operated flush mounted air scoops. __________________ #1 Project...69 Chevy swb Fleetside (Dad's truck) #2...1983 El Camino SS (Choo Choo Custom) #3...1974 Datsun truck (4.3L V6/4L60E) #4...1951 Cadillac Limo (1975 Caddy running gear) #5...1938 Dodge M38 3/4 ton Military truck #6...1968 Sportster XLCH trail bike 5 GMC & Chevy parts trucks 68 to 72 Last but not least; My 1978 Harley Davidson Electraglide (trusted & reliable companion for the last 30 years)

09-28-2011, 09:25 PM	#14
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Smooth Cowl Leon do these only fit the convertable top cabs like in the pic? Joking aside looks real sweet. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

09-28-2011, 11:05 PM	#17
GDUB68 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Parkland,Florida Posts: 50	Re: Smooth Cowl Awesome work!!! very nice!!!! __________________ 68 short stepside 68 camaro conv 30 model a coupe highboy 05 dodge magnum R/T 55 shoebox

09-29-2011, 11:44 AM	#18
JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: Smooth Cowl Nice. __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB



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09-29-2011, 12:39 PM	#19
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: Smooth Cowl Looks great and probably fits a heck of a lot better than the fiberglass one I have on my 68. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

09-29-2011, 03:24 PM	#21
CTENTA1 Registered 1971 K5 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: SO.CEN.CAL Posts: 428	Re: Smooth Cowl Look's really nice!

09-29-2011, 03:43 PM	#22
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: Smooth Cowl I have looked around and only found the 'glass version. I'm suprised that no companies are punching these out. I woulda thought that the dies could stamp out the blank and if it was a repop part the blank could be stuck in the next die to add the vent. On the other hand my search also showed that 67-68 grills, LWB bed sides, bed floors and roof skins have only been available for the last couple of years. BTW, nice job on your cowl!! I want one too. Looks like I may have to add it to the list of owner modified pieces! __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

09-29-2011, 06:55 PM	#23
turner16 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ajax, Ontario Posts: 214	Re: Smooth Cowl This is cool. I shaved mine too and my dash so there is nothing but steel no pad no speaker and no vents. I like the jig, beats using the actual truck as a jig. The idea really cleans up the truck. I don't think the defroster will work without the cowl vents but who cares.

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