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BugzC10 12-01-2013 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh (Post 6396803)
Went from buckets "back" to bench. The "Boss" wanted to put in the bench seat we got (and have had stashed) since I started the build five years ago.

These buckets will probably be available free ('04 blazer...electric/leather
9.25 out of ten 10) for a Forum Member to pick up.

But I first have to ask my pal that gave them to me.

Bench looks good! What made you switch back?

HotRod C/10 12-01-2013 07:35 PM

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Installed the front clip. need to color sand and buff the hood soll panels match in color.


http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/v...201_161721.jpg

Patina'd_402 12-01-2013 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10 (Post 6396854)
Bench looks good! What made you switch back?

His wife.... Reading comprehension, c'mon. :haha:

magwakeenercew2jh 12-01-2013 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10 (Post 6396854)
Bench looks good! What made you switch back?

Been married 41 years +.

Over the years, I've had the temptation of trying "new things". But I've always contained the responses to those urges to the inside
of the automotive realm.

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

Besides, she bought this seat, suggested we try the seat, and loves the way it looks. Last week, I did a "heavy-hand" and broke the
cheap-o center console. I searched for a new one....A hundred for this one, $159 for this one, $350 for another....

This morning, in order to dig out the Christmas decorations, I had to move the bench seat that I plasti-wrapped almost five years ago.

One thing lead to another.

jgb7038 12-01-2013 07:45 PM

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Went to the Indy swap meet and picked up my '68 front fenders,2 core supports,door panels and trim,gas pedal,radio delete cowl panel and two '67 hub caps from Todd68chevy,and also bought a new pair of QA1 coil overs and some new 4link brackets for my build.

Patina'd_402 12-01-2013 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10 (Post 6396930)
Who asked you sh!t for brains!

Ouch.... Musta pushed a button.

magwakeenercew2jh 12-01-2013 10:53 PM

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Boys,

Speaking as a person who *does* have **** for brains, I did not consider that a slam....

:fry:


;)

Also, I *do* dig my new seat. Sort'a "traditional"...sort'a.

mud.man.rj 12-02-2013 12:05 AM

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Hey, everyone likes what they like right, if nobody likes my truck I don't care because I like it, I may not like yours but do say that I try to appreciate "all" builds, mine are way different than they were when I was a kid.:lol:

jbassC10 12-02-2013 12:24 AM

Big Drop! 4/6 Re: What did you do to your truck today!
 
Put an awesome bolt to bolt no fabricating 4/6 drop on my 69 C10 today!! Great deal, great price!
Note: You can put a 4/6 drop springs and spindles on without putting in the "C" notch. But, yes "but", you should watch carefully when carrying anything in the bed of any weight. My 4/6 drop put my frame 1 inch about the rear end "bump stops". Sooo... maybe in time I'll put the "C" notch into frame when I have more time and equipment. But just letting anyone who wants a 4/6 drop know, you can do it without the "C" notch, but keep in mind what I said above. "Any weight"
Note 2: My first thought was to cut off half the "bump stop" to make more room... but no no no.... at least with my rear end (93 with 45x295x20's) it would cause a great problem if one of my tires went down to far(ditch/hole) which would cause the up inner part of the other side to tuck in and then I would rub my inner 295 tires against my fender well. So, keep in mind what size tire and offset of the rim when you start debating on cutting on your "bump stops"
[[Long note, sorry. Hopefully it'll save someone's wallet somewhere!]]
The drop I used was from the website below:
http://www.andysautosport.com/chevro...s00000437.html
$580 bucks (shipping from California to Arkansas)
So amused because I really didn't have to do any fabricating to install the drop. I nearly installed the entire drop SOLO. But a friend came along, so its a great drop kit that mounted perfect to my truck mods! 69 Chevy, with a 93 rear end, and a 71 front A arms/disc brakes.
WELL WORTH THE PRICE FOR A GREAT 4/6
~Tyler

mmiddle 12-02-2013 10:21 PM

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Well, tonight I became a PREMIUM member! And then bought all the rust repair panels I need for the cab from Top Banana (supporting Vendor).

So now.... I have a pressure pot sand blaster, a powder coat gun and oven along with all the tools and equipment I already had. After "Santa" brings me the parts I'll be ready for de-rusting after CHRIST-mas.

texjake 12-03-2013 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh (Post 6397326)
Boys,

Speaking as a person who *does* have **** for brains, I did not consider that a slam....

:fry:


;)

Also, I *do* dig my new seat. Sort'a "traditional"...sort'a.

I am really diggin that bench seat! Awesome looking! I wish mine looked that great! So what is the secret to getting a bench seat looking that great??

jbassC10 12-03-2013 03:47 AM

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4/6 Drop!!

Rolling soon!! a little wiring, tightening some lines, and some fluids!! Here I come down town!!

davtay68 12-03-2013 04:07 PM

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Today, I started it.

BTW I love this board and I need to be on it more so I get motivated to actually drive my truck

In The Ten Ring 12-03-2013 07:18 PM

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I borrowed my dad's truck and picked up my repaired fender from the shop. I'll try to get pics up later. Anyway, they seem to have done a great job....the new grey primer looks awesome.

I also met a shop worker there who does body work on the side, for $30.00 per hour. Just expanding my options.

jbassC10 12-03-2013 07:27 PM

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I put the front fenders on today and right now I'm working on putting the new LMC tailgate on!! It's giving me a little trouble though :-\
But it'll work out!
~Tyler

dirtyjim 12-03-2013 07:56 PM

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i was going to mount my new heater box to the firewall but i need to rivet the panel on the back and i forgot to bring my rivet gun home from work. so i guess it will be tomorrow before i have heat

1968GMCTruck 12-03-2013 08:32 PM

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Got it out and put it to work...

AKChevyman 12-03-2013 08:58 PM

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Well I didn't get anything done today but I did get some stuff done this week. The truck now goes up and down under isn't own power. All the Airlines/ Solenoids have been mounted and routed.

hockeyjerk1 12-04-2013 12:09 PM

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I Finally put some trim rings on, I also dropped it down to a nice stance

davtay68 12-04-2013 12:17 PM

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I took my truck through the car wash to see the leaks. New rubber and seals are now on the list.

73737373 12-04-2013 01:20 PM

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On my 68...did a bunch of stuff; new shocks, installed seats, new weatherstrip and started to wetsand/buff the original red paint in the bed. Oh man, it looks great.

FrankieD 12-04-2013 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by davtay68 (Post 6399929)
Today, I started it.

BTW I love this board and I need to be on it more so I get motivated to actually drive my truck

This board is DANGEROUS it will make you spend more money than you thought. You will see things aand say I can do that! Cha-Ching

73737373 12-04-2013 02:35 PM

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Last weekend put in the new carpet, new fuel tank, fuel sending unit; did some touch up spray around wheel well openings; detailed door jams, rockers, kick panels...and probably a bunch of other stuff.

davtay68 12-04-2013 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by FrankieD (Post 6401496)
This board is DANGEROUS it will make you spend more money than you thought. You will see things aand say I can do that! Cha-Ching

LOL, I know. I need to focus on the suspension and hood for now and not stray to far.

mud.man.rj 12-04-2013 03:06 PM

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I know what you mean on seeing things and buying more. Just ordered new tires cause I don't like mine enough. Nitto Mud Grappler's 40x13.50x17" @ $600 a tire.
http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/...ps641ed47e.jpg
:bann:


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