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gangforward · 01-05-2013, 05:10 PM

Tired of long tube headers heat soaking the starter in traffic, installed a high torque corvette style starter and heat shield. Replaced a lot of wires too. Big difference.

**Boog** · 01-05-2013, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by shawno72

Well its officially back on the steelies.

Just need to go home and decide on which caps to use. Still needs new rear tires but that will come in a week or two. Just couldn't wait

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Back on steelies? What did I miss? I don't remember when it wasn't on steelies...

pat 70/71 · 01-05-2013, 09:17 PM

cleaned my 71 shortie and a neighbor comes over and wants to buy my toy!
I'm not trying to sell it. I really can't see myself without this truck. (spent years& thousands of hours restoring it) and love it. I told him no. cheers, Pat

fatgump · 01-05-2013, 10:01 PM

Installed some new headers

shawno72 · 01-05-2013, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Boog

Back on steelies? What did I miss? I don't remember when it wasn't on steelies...

Hahaha. About 10 months ago the steelies needed tires so a friend of mine says I got a set of rallies with great tires. So I paid him $100 for the set of 4 with trim rings and center caps. Well today one of the front tires developed some tread separation (bubble in the tread) so I said time to go back to the steelies. So glad I did. I'll post pics wih the copo caps once the sun comes back up. Oh yeah I sold them for $200 in like 15 minutes on CL, no joke!!
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Z10 · 01-05-2013, 10:26 PM

Unboxed this!

mud.man.rj · 01-05-2013, 10:35 PM

Was that a late Christmas present, nice.

Z10 · 01-05-2013, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

Was that a late Christmas present, nice.

Well, yes it was. My 400 sb is getting tired. Time to move this little stepper into the 21st century.

shawno72 · 01-06-2013, 06:50 PM

With copo caps.

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willys72fleetside · 01-06-2013, 06:51 PM

Polished the grille. Surprising what 1500 grit sandpaper, a buffing kit from Harbor Freight and a couple hours of labor can do.

Andy4639 · 01-06-2013, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by willys72fleetside

Polished the grille. Surprising what 1500 grit sandpaper, a buffing kit from Harbor Freight and a couple hours of labor can do.

That looks great. Now what you going to coat it with to keep it looking like that?

Trsmotrhed · 01-06-2013, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by fatgump

Installed some new headers

What headers are those? look nice.

Trsmotrhed · 01-06-2013, 08:59 PM

Installed my LMC rear mount tank today. I had to recess the top 1 1/4" for the Tanks Inc PA pump fittings to clear the bed. I'll install the pump tomorrow and should be ready to fire up my LT1.

willys72fleetside · 01-06-2013, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

That looks great. Now what you going to coat it with to keep it looking like that?

I'm going to put a coat of wax for now, and do some research. I know it probably won't last long because it's an aftermarket grille.

jayman68 · 01-07-2013, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

First, my Happy New Year present to those that are into my kind of music:

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/vi...pelin-20121227

Great tune, thanks for sharing.

AustinScott · 01-07-2013, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by willys72fleetside

I'm going to put a coat of wax for now, and do some research. I know it probably won't last long because it's an aftermarket grille.

This stuff works wonders..... http://www.sharkhide.com/

willys72fleetside · 01-07-2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by AustinScott

This stuff works wonders..... http://www.sharkhide.com/

Thanks I will look into that.
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Gor77 · 01-09-2013, 11:45 AM

took off cabin. took off the engine.

VDOG · 01-09-2013, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbabwe

I drove my truck for the first time in nine months today. All that was left on the agenda for Saturday was the drive shaft and an alignment. Even with the Porterbuilt stuff it drives like a big clunky pile of old truck. My bizarre expectations of carving corners like a sports car were grossly overrated! Gotta just get used to it of course.

Ok thats not cool because that Porterbuilt stuff is expensive. I had thought about them, and also looked at No Limit and RideTech for my shortbed step.
I also want that handle like its on rails ride. Is there something you can do or add to get it to ride better?

1972SUPERSB · 01-09-2013, 12:58 PM

Painted my door panels and installed carpet on doors

yuccales · 01-09-2013, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972SUPERSB

Painted my door panels and installed carpet on doors

Those panels look great!

1972SUPERSB · 01-09-2013, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by yuccales

Those panels look great!

Thanks, I used colorbond paint 68 bright blue. Stuff works really good.
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yuccales · 01-09-2013, 06:55 PM

Just got done with my "Mitsu-rolet" spare tire winch install on the '70. I got a spare tire winch (chain type) from a Mitsubishi truck at the getting place for $10.00. Spent another $7.00 on bolts, nuts, washers. I had all the steel I needed already. The two piece jack handle also works the winch just fine.

*Mister-B* · 01-09-2013, 08:15 PM

Found a nice original grill at the the junk yard last week, spent the past few days restoring it, and today I installed it. Very pleased!

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magwakeenercew2jh · 01-09-2013, 09:39 PM

Nice, Mister-B.

Most like the patina these days...Buttttt...

01-05-2013, 05:10 PM	#5726
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Tired of long tube headers heat soaking the starter in traffic, installed a high torque corvette style starter and heat shield. Replaced a lot of wires too. Big difference. Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

01-05-2013, 09:17 PM	#5728
pat 70/71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: newbury park california Posts: 1,038	Re: What did you do to your truck today! cleaned my 71 shortie and a neighbor comes over and wants to buy my toy! I'm not trying to sell it. I really can't see myself without this truck. (spent years& thousands of hours restoring it) and love it. I told him no. cheers, Pat

01-05-2013, 10:01 PM	#5729
fatgump Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 249	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Installed some new headers Attached Images

01-05-2013, 10:26 PM	#5731
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Unboxed this! Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

01-05-2013, 10:35 PM	#5732
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Was that a late Christmas present, nice.

01-06-2013, 06:50 PM	#5734
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: What did you do to your truck today! With copo caps. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

01-06-2013, 06:51 PM	#5735
willys72fleetside Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Curtice,OH Posts: 81	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Polished the grille. Surprising what 1500 grit sandpaper, a buffing kit from Harbor Freight and a couple hours of labor can do. Attached Images __________________ A USED TRUCK IS A LOVED TRUCK!

01-06-2013, 08:59 PM	#5738
Trsmotrhed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 430	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Installed my LMC rear mount tank today. I had to recess the top 1 1/4" for the Tanks Inc PA pump fittings to clear the bed. I'll install the pump tomorrow and should be ready to fire up my LT1. Attached Images __________________ Sold the 63 and have a 68 now. 63 SWB C10 LT1/4L60E, PS, PB, Disk Brakes, CPP 4" drop coil rear, 2.5" drop spindle w/ 1" drop coil. slotted rotors, front and rear sway bars. 18"x8" Cragar SS w/ 245/45R18 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=544174

01-09-2013, 11:45 AM	#5743
Gor77 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Moscow, Russia Posts: 347	Re: What did you do to your truck today! took off cabin. took off the engine. __________________ ___________________________________ Dima 1970 Chevrolet C10 stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=569197

01-09-2013, 12:58 PM	#5745
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Painted my door panels and installed carpet on doors Attached Images __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

01-09-2013, 06:55 PM	#5748
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,635	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Just got done with my "Mitsu-rolet" spare tire winch install on the '70. I got a spare tire winch (chain type) from a Mitsubishi truck at the getting place for $10.00. Spent another $7.00 on bolts, nuts, washers. I had all the steel I needed already. The two piece jack handle also works the winch just fine.

01-09-2013, 08:15 PM	#5749
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Found a nice original grill at the the junk yard last week, spent the past few days restoring it, and today I installed it. Very pleased! Posted via Mobile Device

01-09-2013, 09:39 PM	#5750
magwakeenercew2jh RAT1968 '68 Cab/'71 Parts Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Coarsegold, CA Posts: 2,375	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Nice, Mister-B. Most like the patina these days...Buttttt... Attached Images __________________ M17 Coarsegold, CA RAT's shiny now. But always a rat.



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