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suzq044 · 10-30-2012, 08:12 PM

Parked him in his new storage space until we finish the engine, in our new city of Phoenix.

willyp · 10-30-2012, 08:57 PM

after driving my truck for 4 years with no gas pedal i found a easy fix at the good guys show this past weekend. welded a nut to the end of the arm.... i like it and it was easy and cheap.

dantimdad · 10-30-2012, 10:13 PM

I really like that solution!

I just might borrow it.

Steven

vin63 · 10-31-2012, 10:31 AM

Finished welding up and smoothing out the last holes in the cowl area, rear of cab interior, and repair of the top of the dash (replaced speaker grill and fixed dents in the dash). This is the last repairs of literally 100s of holes the PO drilled throughout the cab and floor. Time to put the cab back on the chassis and get it ready for real bodywork and paint...

1963c-10 · 10-31-2012, 10:51 AM

willp p.....cool mod. Ill get with you this weekend if your going to be around. Will be doing a bonfire/bbq at my place Sat night if you'd like to come out.

kieth · 10-31-2012, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snowbound

Bought the power steering kit from the Captain and picked up a 1.25" front sway bar from Pick and Pull. Ordered up the Energy Suspension bushings for it and I'm going to finish painting it up today.

I was thinking of using that silver Hammertone paint on the sway bar to give it some colour. How durable is that stuff?

Brian

i DID THE SILVER ACCENTS ON OTHER ITEMS, IT DOES HELP TO DRAW OUT SOME DETAIL. KIETH

http://kieth.smugmug.com/Trucks/66-G...8634&k=cFvxQKn

Now that I look back on it, we might have gotten a little carried away but it looked good at the time. Kieth

Bomp · 10-31-2012, 08:59 PM

I welded in the support section on the underside of the cab stretch project.

willyp · 10-31-2012, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

willp p.....cool mod. Ill get with you this weekend if your going to be around. Will be doing a bonfire/bbq at my place Sat night if you'd like to come out.

thanks for the invite, ill be here all weekend. give me a ring.

markeb01 · 10-31-2012, 09:54 PM

Took the truck out this morning to shoot a few photos, and discovered the pesky and irritating windshield trim squeak had returned. So this afternoon I spent another couple hours with a blade like jewelers file and opened up a good size gap between the two upper pieces. Hopefully this will be the last time it needs attention because it's miserable working on that spot with the hood in place.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 10-31-2012, 10:05 PM

Well seeing everyone working on their trucks here lately made me do a little tinkering while she's down.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 10-31-2012, 10:06 PM

Last pic.

fryer1979 · 11-01-2012, 01:41 AM

Went out to try and fire her up for a little drive.....and no start. This carb is junk, and I'm tired of messing with it. So I guess she sits until I can get the Caddy engine in, or I figure something else out.

kieth · 11-01-2012, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markeb01

Took the truck out this morning to shoot a few photos, and discovered the pesky and irritating windshield trim squeak had returned. So this afternoon I spent another couple hours with a blade like jewelers file and opened up a good size gap between the two upper pieces. Hopefully this will be the last time it needs attention because it's miserable working on that spot with the hood in place.

Wow Mark looking "GOOD"

Improbcat · 11-01-2012, 09:10 AM

(technically this weekend, but this is the first chance I've had to post it)
Replaced the valve cover & pushrod cover gaskets. Repainted all the pieces I took off. Since I can't find the correct engine color I went with GM blue.

Started laying sound deadener down, I've only done the middle area as I still need to finish rust repair & repainting at the sills, and get the rest of the old insulation off the firewall.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 11-01-2012, 02:47 PM

A few more today...
I'm using Cold Drawn Steel. All steel used on my truck is Cold Drawn Steel.
Will add more of the progress later.

cortcomp · 11-01-2012, 02:55 PM

Just picked up my first pre-80's truck in fresno yestersay, driving it back to ohio until sunday
66 with 3pd, 327, 3 gas tanks, sbw, long bed.
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markeb01 · 11-01-2012, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cortcomp

Just picked up my first pre-80's truck in fresno yestersay, driving it back to ohio until sunday
66 with 3pd, 327, 3 gas tanks, sbw, long bed.
Posted via Mobile Device

Welcome to the forum, and good luck on your journey!

66farmer · 11-01-2012, 08:49 PM

I finish the 2 1/2 day puzzle today. I think I was only able to lay (2) complete sheets the rest was make a template cut and lay. Then go back and tape all the seames and there was alot of them.

CRGRS 66 · 11-01-2012, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66farmer

I finish the 2 1/2 day puzzle today. I think I was only able to lay (2) complete sheets the rest was make a template cut and lay. Then go back and tape all the seames and there was alot of them.

Sure looks like it was worth all the effort!!!!! I foresee lowered voices on the highway in your future

CRGRS 66 · 11-01-2012, 08:54 PM

A little bummed today, thought I would see my CPP order today... most likely next Tuesday now, the bright side is that I am not really ready for it anyway

markeb01 · 11-01-2012, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66farmer

I finish the 2 1/2 day puzzle today. I think I was only able to lay (2) complete sheets the rest was make a template cut and lay. Then go back and tape all the seames and there was alot of them.

Wow that looks beautiful.

**pdxhall** · 11-01-2012, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66farmer

I finish the 2 1/2 day puzzle today. I think I was only able to lay (2) complete sheets the rest was make a template cut and lay. Then go back and tape all the seames and there was alot of them.

Great job, man! Your truck is really coming along. I can't wait to see it finished.

ABX131 · 11-01-2012, 09:19 PM

My son took our 63' to high school autoshop for a brake job...$40 in parts and free labor including turning the rotors and drums and we have a truck that actually stops! Good job kids! The shop teacher likes the older vehicles because they make great teaching projects because they are simple..

willyp · 11-01-2012, 10:19 PM

took the truck to the BBQ today at work. one of my joes took these...pretty cool. then the drivers window got stuck down, had to fix that when i got home.

boat · 11-01-2012, 10:34 PM

weld in fender patch http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1351823657

10-30-2012, 08:12 PM	#6426
suzq044 Resident Photoshop Nerd Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gordon, GA Posts: 723	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Parked him in his new storage space until we finish the engine, in our new city of Phoenix. __________________ PJ - 1966 C10 Panel -- Max² - 1964 Jeep Wagoneer Panel-delivery -- Waiting his turn

10-30-2012, 08:57 PM	#6427
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? after driving my truck for 4 years with no gas pedal i found a easy fix at the good guys show this past weekend. welded a nut to the end of the arm.... i like it and it was easy and cheap. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

10-30-2012, 10:13 PM	#6428
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I really like that solution! I just might borrow it. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

10-31-2012, 10:31 AM	#6429
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,261	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finished welding up and smoothing out the last holes in the cowl area, rear of cab interior, and repair of the top of the dash (replaced speaker grill and fixed dents in the dash). This is the last repairs of literally 100s of holes the PO drilled throughout the cab and floor. Time to put the cab back on the chassis and get it ready for real bodywork and paint... __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

10-31-2012, 10:51 AM	#6430
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: What did you do to your truck today? willp p.....cool mod. Ill get with you this weekend if your going to be around. Will be doing a bonfire/bbq at my place Sat night if you'd like to come out. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

10-31-2012, 08:59 PM	#6432
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I welded in the support section on the underside of the cab stretch project.

10-31-2012, 09:54 PM	#6434
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Took the truck out this morning to shoot a few photos, and discovered the pesky and irritating windshield trim squeak had returned. So this afternoon I spent another couple hours with a blade like jewelers file and opened up a good size gap between the two upper pieces. Hopefully this will be the last time it needs attention because it's miserable working on that spot with the hood in place. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

10-31-2012, 10:05 PM	#6435
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Well seeing everyone working on their trucks here lately made me do a little tinkering while she's down. Attached Images __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

10-31-2012, 10:06 PM	#6436
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Last pic. Attached Images __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

11-01-2012, 01:41 AM	#6437
fryer1979 Redneck Hillbilly Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Backwoods Posts: 1,307	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Went out to try and fire her up for a little drive.....and no start. This carb is junk, and I'm tired of messing with it. So I guess she sits until I can get the Caddy engine in, or I figure something else out.

11-01-2012, 09:10 AM	#6439
Improbcat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: E Providence RI Posts: 238	Re: What did you do to your truck today? (technically this weekend, but this is the first chance I've had to post it) Replaced the valve cover & pushrod cover gaskets. Repainted all the pieces I took off. Since I can't find the correct engine color I went with GM blue. Started laying sound deadener down, I've only done the middle area as I still need to finish rust repair & repainting at the sills, and get the rest of the old insulation off the firewall.

11-01-2012, 02:47 PM	#6440
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: What did you do to your truck today? A few more today... I'm using Cold Drawn Steel. All steel used on my truck is Cold Drawn Steel. Will add more of the progress later. Attached Images __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

11-01-2012, 02:55 PM	#6441
cortcomp Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: cortland, oh Posts: 792	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Just picked up my first pre-80's truck in fresno yestersay, driving it back to ohio until sunday 66 with 3pd, 327, 3 gas tanks, sbw, long bed. Posted via Mobile Device

11-01-2012, 08:49 PM	#6443
66farmer Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Plains Oregon Posts: 684	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I finish the 2 1/2 day puzzle today. I think I was only able to lay (2) complete sheets the rest was make a template cut and lay. Then go back and tape all the seames and there was alot of them. Attached Images

11-01-2012, 08:54 PM	#6445
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? A little bummed today, thought I would see my CPP order today... most likely next Tuesday now, the bright side is that I am not really ready for it anyway __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709



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11-01-2012, 09:19 PM	#6448
ABX131 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 317	Re: What did you do to your truck today? My son took our 63' to high school autoshop for a brake job...$40 in parts and free labor including turning the rotors and drums and we have a truck that actually stops! Good job kids! The shop teacher likes the older vehicles because they make great teaching projects because they are simple..

11-01-2012, 10:19 PM	#6449
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? took the truck to the BBQ today at work. one of my joes took these...pretty cool. then the drivers window got stuck down, had to fix that when i got home. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

11-01-2012, 10:34 PM	#6450
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