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jb4short · 07-20-2008, 03:16 PM

get drunk and use Tim as a hood ornament on your Blazer while blasting through the woods of PA....now THERE'S some fun

msgross · 07-20-2008, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

I know your type...shower me w/ gifts, get me drunk, and a man in a uniform...I ain't falling for that old line again

you miss the Corps don't ya?

jaros44sr · 07-20-2008, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

you miss the Corps don't ya?

They should use up the ol' guys first, save the big battles for ya youngin's...yeah, I do. Does it show? Savoir your youth Captain

msgross · 07-20-2008, 04:33 PM

Guess you didn't notice that I changed your quote....

jaros44sr · 07-20-2008, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

Guess you didn't notice that I changed your quote....

Is that what that meant? damn ya

msgross · 07-20-2008, 06:06 PM

Go ARMY...

I have a ton of Marine jokes... don't worry

jaros44sr · 07-20-2008, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

Go ARMY...

I have a ton of Marine jokes... don't worry

Yeah, Jon hit me with one the other day, something about a family tree

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 07:05 AM

We got started on the body work yesterday. There's probably two weeks worth of "mudslinging" to do

We also got the fuel tank mounted and the rear cross replaced so we can now get the regulator mounted and start running fuel lines

Bamm · 07-23-2008, 07:51 AM

What brand of "mud" are you guys slingin'? Does it sand out well? Great build, keep up the great pics.......Jerry

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Bamm

What brand of "mud" are you guys slingin'? Does it sand out well? Great build, keep up the great pics.......Jerry

Jerry, the green stuff is Evercoat "Everglass" with kevlar fibers in it. Great bonding properties and only used to build areas up. The light green (might look yellow) is Keystone brand Premium Plus Gold lightweight filler. Both are excellent products and there should be a Keystone store near you where you can source them and all of your other bodywork needs.

brossow · 07-23-2008, 09:57 AM

I'm sure it's way too late to ask, but I've just come to this thread. Any pics or info on the temporary bracing you used to hold the cab together while replacing the floor and firewall? I'm eager to learn as much as possible to minimize the chances of further destroying a cab already in need of serious help. Thanks!

Great project and dedication, BTW. I was born and raised in Waterloo and thus spent a fair amount of time in Cedar Falls.

Brent

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by brossow

I'm sure it's way too late to ask, but I've just come to this thread. Any pics or info on the temporary bracing you used to hold the cab together while replacing the floor and firewall? I'm eager to learn as much as possible to minimize the chances of further destroying a cab already in need of serious help. Thanks!

Great project and dedication, BTW. I was born and raised in Waterloo and thus spent a fair amount of time in Cedar Falls.

Brent

I don't have pictures of the bracing (there may be one in the thread) and frankly we didn't do much. If you want to see how to REALLY brace a project check out Nathan Porter's website http://www.porterbuiltstreetrods.com and scroll through one of his build threads....he doesn't leave anything to chance

brossow · 07-23-2008, 10:35 AM

Thanks, Jon. Read the whole thread and didn't see the pics of the bracing I was hoping for, but I'll check out the site you mentioned as soon as possible. Thanks again!

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

Go ARMY...

I have a ton of Marine jokes... don't worry

I can add to them as well...)

Go Army... er Navy?

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 10:56 AM

I'm one of the idiots that was in both the Navy and Army...two boot camps...YEAH! FYI: much easier the second time around...LOL

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

I'm one of the idiots that was in both the Navy and Army...two boot camps...YEAH! FYI: much easier the second time around...LOL

Same here.

I was a CW02 in the Army, then resigned in 96

Then Lt. CMDR in the Navy Reserve, after 9-11.

BTW, I need to get down there and see this project, pick up the Serp set up and sheet metal.

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by grendel

Same here.

I was a CW02 in the Army, then resigned in 96

Then Lt. CMDR in the Navy Reserve, after 9-11.

BTW, I need to get down there and see this project, pick up the Serp set up and sheet metal.

bring your work clothes....parts will get cheaper

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

bring your work clothes....parts will get cheaper

Not a problem. I will be bringing two other very capable workers. What do you need done?

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by grendel

Not a problem. I will be bringing two other very capable workers. What do you need done?

A lot...both mechanical and body. I'll order up some more parts and have them ready

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

A lot...both mechanical and body. I'll order up some more parts and have them ready

Ok, the list of parts we need has grown, too.

Does a weekend work for you?

If so, which one?

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by grendel

Ok, the list of parts we need has grown, too.

Does a weekend work for you?

If so, which one?

This one? I need to be here Saturday for a guy buying our '70

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

This one? I need to be here Saturday for a guy buying our '70

I don't think that will work, but let me check. Also, would you have the parts in the shop in time?

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by grendel

I don't think that will work, but let me check. Also, would you have the parts in the shop in time?

I'll make myself available when it's good for you...on the parts I can't predict the future...LOL

*FormerMember* · 07-23-2008, 12:20 PM

Ok, shoot me a PM with what you need done. I will see what we can do about getting some work done.

Also, if I need to bring tools, let me know. I pretty much have most you can imagine.

jb4short · 07-23-2008, 12:35 PM

ok...just learned something new to me. The top of the windshield frame is different in '67-'68 than it is in '69-'72. The piece that bridges the "A" posts on our '68 has two step downs from the top to the lip and our '70 has a single, much larger, step. I wonder if this is why some people have such fits with the windshield molding with the chrome?

07-20-2008, 03:16 PM	#251
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" get drunk and use Tim as a hood ornament on your Blazer while blasting through the woods of PA....now THERE'S some fun

07-20-2008, 04:33 PM	#254
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" Guess you didn't notice that I changed your quote.... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-20-2008, 06:06 PM	#256
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" Go ARMY... I have a ton of Marine jokes... don't worry __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 07-20-2008 at 06:07 PM.

07-23-2008, 07:05 AM	#258
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" We got started on the body work yesterday. There's probably two weeks worth of "mudslinging" to do We also got the fuel tank mounted and the rear cross replaced so we can now get the regulator mounted and start running fuel lines

07-23-2008, 07:51 AM	#259
Bamm Cowboy Fan for Life!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Amelia, Virginia Posts: 2,921	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" What brand of "mud" are you guys slingin'? Does it sand out well? Great build, keep up the great pics.......Jerry __________________ 1967 ShortBed Fleetside 3/4 Drop 350/700R4 Tilt wheel 18 x 8 Torque Thrust II's Future mods: All new gauges & wood bed My Zip is 23002 I ship UPS, USPS

07-23-2008, 09:57 AM	#261
brossow Amateur Rust Fighter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mankato, MN Posts: 1,087	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" I'm sure it's way too late to ask, but I've just come to this thread. Any pics or info on the temporary bracing you used to hold the cab together while replacing the floor and firewall? I'm eager to learn as much as possible to minimize the chances of further destroying a cab already in need of serious help. Thanks! Great project and dedication, BTW. I was born and raised in Waterloo and thus spent a fair amount of time in Cedar Falls. Brent __________________ Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...)

07-23-2008, 10:35 AM	#263
brossow Amateur Rust Fighter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mankato, MN Posts: 1,087	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" Thanks, Jon. Read the whole thread and didn't see the pics of the bracing I was hoping for, but I'll check out the site you mentioned as soon as possible. Thanks again! __________________ Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...)

07-23-2008, 10:56 AM	#265
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" I'm one of the idiots that was in both the Navy and Army...two boot camps...YEAH! FYI: much easier the second time around...LOL

07-23-2008, 12:20 PM	#274
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" Ok, shoot me a PM with what you need done. I will see what we can do about getting some work done. Also, if I need to bring tools, let me know. I pretty much have most you can imagine.

07-23-2008, 12:35 PM	#275
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Tri-Pro's "Project GPW" ok...just learned something new to me. The top of the windshield frame is different in '67-'68 than it is in '69-'72. The piece that bridges the "A" posts on our '68 has two step downs from the top to the lip and our '70 has a single, much larger, step. I wonder if this is why some people have such fits with the windshield molding with the chrome?



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