68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore!

[msgross]

I need to hang some fenders before I make it all complete...thanks

[67ChevyRedneck]

Originally Posted by msgross

Here's their website... I purchased these off a guy locally but have seen panels at car shows...

http://www.tabcobodyparts.com/index.html

Thanks for the link! Looks like they have some nice stuff (never noticed them at Charlotte). I doubt they'll make it this far south, but I'll have to keep my eye out for them next time I go to Carlisle.

[lks dcvn]

Looks good Mike! Keep going you are making it look too easy in the pix.

I have a buddy whose parents live about 200 yards from Tabco in Chesterland, Ohio. So I can avoid shipping costs if he picks some stuff up for me.

I haven't needed him to yet - but it is looking like I may in the future...

[bkwagonss]

Originally Posted by msgross

More progress...

Kinda got the rocker installed, what a PITA!!!!

I think my floor is a little high in the front.. 1/8 - 3/16" atleast... So after much fuss I was able to get the rocker on and the door to open and shut without rubbing.... I might have to grind the top and bottom of the door a little before it's all over...

Well Mike your work looks great and you've flown past me on my project.
I'm actually glad though because I have someone else to show me the way.
This rocker gap you describe is exactly where I left off.
I'm begining to think the new floor is not correct.
The rocker sits on the floor and the door hits the rocker with no room for adjustment.
I almost think I will need to cut the floor and lower the part under the rocker.
I'm interested to see how you solve this problem.

[msgross]

Option one was to cut the kickpanel, unbolt the Apillar and spread the door gap open (jack on floor and 2x4 to roof?) about a 1/4"... Before I do that I decided to bend the rocker open a little and cram the door as high as it could go. I think i'll modify the door before I adjust the floor.

SOme guys will grind the bottom or top of the doors and reweld (TIG)the seam to make the gap work...

[phipp13]

nice job keep at it and i'll do the same. just took a break from my build. installing the LS floor pan,LS FWD east/west brace kickpanel. pillar extension. Basicly the whole front bottom corner of my cab. i will post more pics tonight when i get finished& cleaned up. Later Phipp13

[msgross]

I just ordered my polished SS strips and bolts from Mar-K (vendor)...

Thanks for 15% off Mar-K and $8.95 shipping!

I need more gas (against what my wife says!) so that I can continue on the cab...

[msgross]

Just got back from a parts run this evening... This came up on craigslist and I couldn't let it go...

Very straight gate with only some scrapes from original paint, has one small dent on inside near bottom... It does have a funny rust spot that will need fixed... kinda off right below the handle on the outside and inside... I think it was a Blazer due to the top steel piece...

Now I have to figure out which one to keep and which one to sell....

[glimmertwin01]

got a pic of the gate? i could use the strip at the top if it is what im thinking it is

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by msgross

Option one was to cut the kickpanel, unbolt the Apillar and spread the door gap open (jack on floor and 2x4 to roof?) about a 1/4"... Before I do that I decided to bend the rocker open a little and cram the door as high as it could go. I think i'll modify the door before I adjust the floor.

SOme guys will grind the bottom or top of the doors and reweld (TIG)the seam to make the gap work...

Mike, I really think that the tight gap is caused by the placement of the lower A pillar patch. If the lower portion of the patch were to be moved towards the front of the truck, it would give you more room to lower the rocker...just a thought

Nice find on the tailgate

[msgross]

that might be what's needed...for the rocker

thanks, is that metal strip on top for a blazer?

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by msgross

that might be what's needed...for the rocker

thanks, is that metal strip on top for a blazer?

My guess is yes, but haven't seen any closeups...Sooooo, is the bed wood NOS or not. How much more was the polished over unpolished SS?

I like the color of the gate

[msgross]

I'm waiting for the polished SS strips to arrive from Mar-K (anyday now) and then decide to keep the NOS wood or go with Oak/Walnut and SS.

I took advantage of the 15% off they offered and went for the polished, also picked up the bolts and two heat shields.. only $272 shipped I think.

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by msgross

I'm waiting for the polished SS strips to arrive from Mar-K (anyday now) and then decide to keep the NOS wood or go with Oak/Walnut and SS.

I took advantage of the 15% off they offered and went for the polished, also picked up the bolts and two heat shields.. only $272 shipped I think.

Cool...."I think", invoices all blend together at this point

Can't wait for all that bling to come together, should look good

[Rack Man]

Wow...that's a nice gate....Wish I could find one that clean...My body guy just told me it's gonna cost about $350.00 in labor to save mine....AARGH

One more thing....what is this circled item in the pic....Is it an accessory for your truck of some sort...Cuz, I've never seen one before??....

Dan

[msgross]

those are used for leveling our sandy beaches in PA!

Do you see the snow blower beside it? Making a big slushy mess on the floor?

This guy didn't even know how long he had the gate in his garage, or where it came from.... If it wasn't for the handle area this gate could be "scuffed and painted" that's how nice it looks! An Arizona guy like you should go out looking for some "prime" southwestern metal gates!

[msgross]

Little delivery from the Big Brown Truck...

Mar-K polished SS strips and bed bolt kit, plus SS exhaust plate for the bottom of the wood bed...

[MAR-Ktech]

Mike:
Good luck with the strips and bolts! Be sure to send us pictures of your truck for our website when you get finished.

[Rust Buster]

Looking good!! I think you are going to get yours done first... I better get off my butt and start working

[msgross]

Originally Posted by MAR-Ktech

Mike:
Good luck with the strips and bolts! Be sure to send us pictures of your truck for our website when you get finished.

Thanks again for the 15% off you guys offered... This is the second item that i've purchased and am always pleased with your products...

Originally Posted by Rust Buster

Looking good!! I think you are going to get yours done first... I better get off my butt and start working

It's too cold in my garage (stays about 38-42 during the winter) and i'm not that motivated to do much on chilly days.... so I doubt that I will beat you to completion...

I'm also getting ready to start my MBA so my free time is getting shorter...

[tdave00]

Man, what an undertaking. I can't believe I have missed your build. Thanks for your input on my build. Stay at it. It's gonna be sweet.

[msgross]

Originally Posted by tdave00

Man, what an undertaking. I can't believe I have missed your build. Thanks for your input on my build. Stay at it. It's gonna be sweet.

my wife says the same thing, except she never sounds as friendly! It was a little more than I expected (famous last words) but has been fun for the most part. I just wish i had a truck to drive!

Thanks..

[jaros44sr]

gotta lov 'em

Go back to post # 14, my favorite, pictures speak volumes

My shop just got above 50 degrees...

[msgross]

Originally Posted by msgross

Goals:
1. Get it running
2. learn more about the truck and it's components while finding a new hobby
3. avoid truck payments!
4. Have a good reliable classic truck and will get a thumbs up every now and then
5. Keep food on the table throughout build
6. add power disc front brakes, rear gas tank, tilt wheel, A/C (future upgrade), reese hitch all while keeping a fairly stock appearance and pay respect to the truck...(no hoopty ghetto crap!)

back to my original goals

[msgross]

Got a few parts from some board members... thanks guys.

Powder coated non-clutch fan and a new steering stabilizer. Don't know if I want to paint it white and use the red boot so that it will look like my Ranchos or just run it black as is.