Donz '65 SWB Stepper Budget Build...

[65truckowner]

Looks like your truck is coming together like mine. I really like the blue. I am planning on putting my bed floor together tomorrow.

[Ta2Don]

Thanks man, hoping to get some truck time in today...
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[Jmorales3181]

Those cards are a great idea. I recently introduced the forum to a couple of guys at shows I recently went to as well. Pretty cool being able to share the knowledge with other people.....I mean I have learned everything I pretty much know about these trucks here on this board in the last year. Figured I could help out somehow.

Can't wait to see the progress you get done
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[Ta2Don]

Thanks JMo...

Spotted this beauty on the road and followed him to the Gas station. I introduced myself and handed him a card. He's visited the forum so maybe now, he'll join up and hang out here. He's in his mid 20's and just started a detail business... He says he is eventually build the truck, but is finding it tough to start tearing into it since it's driveable...
He's got a crate 350 bored .040 over and a mild cam (Sounds nice too), with a 700R4 pushing it down the road. During our conversation he mentioned seeing another truck this morning, turns out it was the one I posted about that prompted me into making the cards...

Here's his truck...
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[clemdaddy]

i like the way this is heading... you being a recruiter and all.
i'm gonna have to make me some cards.

[Ta2Don]

Originally Posted by clemdaddy

i like the way this is heading... you being a recruiter and all.
i'm gonna have to make me some cards.

Nice!!!
When is get-together planned?
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[clemdaddy]

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Nice!!!
When is get-together planned?
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we're looking at the 3rd weekend in October... Going to Nawlins the first week then a week back to plan and make it happen. will look at the calendar and get back to you with the date. my, how time flies.

dig the welding cart... good noodlin' going on there.

[Ta2Don]

Originally Posted by BOXER957

Just read through your build. it sounds like your having fun and enjoying learning, making new friends and at the same time turning out a nice looking ride. One day at a time, every little step gets us that much closer. I'll check back on you now and then, make sure you're not slacking. Awesome door art! Keep the sparks flying and you'll be grinnin and spinnin in no time.

Thanks Man,
Slackin' a bit during the Arkansas Summer heat that finally showed up...
Lookin' to finally get the frame painted this weekend...

Originally Posted by clemdaddy

we're looking at the 3rd weekend in October... Going to Nawlins the first week then a week back to plan and make it happen. will look at the calendar and get back to you with the date. my, how time flies.

dig the welding cart... good noodlin' going on there.

Thanks Clem, lookin' forward to the get-together!

[RestoringClassics]

Originally Posted by clemdaddy

i like the way this is heading... you being a recruiter and all.
i'm gonna have to make me some cards.

I just made some as well! I think it's a fantastic idea!

[jlsanborn]

Cards turned out great!

[Ta2Don]

Thanks Man, talked to Bomp last night, he really enjoyed meeting and talking to you at Goodguys... Do you have any pics of your son's S10 posted?
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[markeb01]

I really like the card revision, it flows much nicer. I had to do mine over several times before I was happy with the layout. (And now I'm going to have to do it over again)!

I was also surprised how handy they turned out to be. At the recent Goodguys event I handed out all the cards in my shirt pocket and had to get more out of the glove box. And they only went to other 60-66 truck owners, figuring they might be inspired to stop by. Some had even been on the site, but couldn't remember which one it was.

[Ta2Don]

Thanks Mark! I really like promoting this site... The people and info here is what motivated me to go from, "I'm gonna drop a motor in and drive..." to where I am now! I'm not setting a date for the first drive but I hope it will be sooner than later...
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[Ta2Don]

About to head out into the heat to get some truck time in...

Here's a pic I snapped yesterday of the Hood Ornament resting on da Hood! Which is resting on da Bed...
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Will update more later...

[65truckowner]

I was planning on working on my bed today and found out I order bed strips for a stepside instead of fleetside so I did what I could and reorder the right strips. I have a brand new set for a stepside already painted black if you know anyone who might need them.

[Ta2Don]

Originally Posted by 65truckowner

I was planning on working on my bed today and found out I order bed strips for a stepside instead of fleetside so I did what I could and reorder the right strips. I have a brand new set for a stepside already painted black if you know anyone who might need them.

I have new ones already, if I hear of anyone in need I will shoot ya a PM...

[Ta2Don]

My weekend started off with replacing a toilet fill valve
and continued with my Laptop going on vacation... well, the Hard drive decided it was tired and during an upload of a new OS the drive pulled an Elvis, yes folks it has left the building, er case or whatever the appropriate term is...

Time for some Truck time therapy...

Bear with me as I outline my therapy session with pics...

I really didn't accomplish much in the way of real progress on the truck, I checked out the new to me driveshaft, it is gonna need about an inch and a half removed... Decided on the location for the 56 Chevy Hood Ornament... Since my plans for paint call for a Faux-tina outcome, the pitted Hood Ornament is going to retain it's character via the pitting...started some frame cleaning in preparing for the frame paint... found a second VIN punched on the left frame rail, where it will be located under the cab, along with the one stamped in near the front crossmember on the same rail, forgot to snap a pic...

The heat and humidity slowed me brain processes down, maybe I need to replace my hard drive?

Recently I had a friend traded me a Blue Point Toolbox and a bunch of Blue Point Sockets... So, Clean and inventory the sockets, repair the bottom drawer of the cart, and here we are...
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Remember this? (Hint - Post #300)
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After some cutting...
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a little mock up...
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Let's melt some METAL!!!
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and, Viola...
One semi finished Welding Cart, thanks to the sacrifice of a defunct shopping cart...
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Still need to add a handle and finish securing the Gas Bottle...

Therapy Session for today, Complete!

Thanks for looking Guyz & Galz!!! Hope you had a weekend!

[Ta2Don]

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

I really didn't accomplish much in the way of real progress on the truck, I checked out the new to me driveshaft, it is gonna need about an inch and a half removed... Decided on the location for the 56 Chevy Hood Ornament... Since my plans for paint call for a Faux-tina outcome, the pitted Hood Ornament is going to retain it's character via the pitting...started some frame cleaning in preparing for the frame paint... found a second VIN punched on the left frame rail, where it will be located under the cab, along with the one stamped in near the front crossmember on the same rail, forgot to snap a pic...

Here's a pic or two of the aforementioned 2cd VIN...


Here's a pic looking from the 2cd one up to the first one on the left frame rail...


Laterz

[Jmorales3181]

That's awesome and is kind of low profile!
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[Ta2Don]

Thanks JMo!!!
After reading your post, my first thought, "I could lower it."
Dang, now I have that running through my brain, Thanks Man!

Well, stay tuned cuz ya never know...

[Ta2Don]

Not much accomplished today except...






Have a Great Labor Day!!!

[Grizz1963]

Originally Posted by Ta2Don

Not much accomplished today except...






Have a Great Labor Day!!!

Second time I have taken the time to read through your thread Don.

It made me giggle the first time, and tonight again.

I have to say, your hood ornament is 100% cool, but the model for sensible money has made me post a reply.

Love the odd bits you post, and the way your head works.

[Ta2Don]

Originally Posted by da_bears_da1

Very nice score on the tools! I also liked the new welding cart and always good to see sparks flying.

Keep that model within viewing distance and I am sure it will motivate you.

Thanks again for the offer on the bed strips! You are one good dude!

Thanks Jeff... Sure hope all works out for your trip this way later this month...

Originally Posted by Grizz1963

Second time I have taken the time to read through your thread Don.

It made me giggle the first time, and tonight again.

I have to say, your hood ornament is 100% cool, but the model for sensible money has made me post a reply.

Love the odd bits you post, and the way your head works.

Thanks Grizz, doing some research on FaceTime... will talk with you soon... and if you have figured out how my head works, please let me know...

[Alan's Classic]

Very cool model. I saw models the other day and they were 19.95. Wow. There weren't any trucks.
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[Ta2Don]

Thanks Alan...
Ordered this one online about a year ago, thinking it was about $17 with shipping...