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Metaldoc · 03-20-2019, 09:09 AM

Too nice outside to work on the truck today so I

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-20-2019, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Too nice outside to work on the truck today so I

I'll pm my address so you can send samples. ....

. Looks absolutely delicious

custom10nut · 03-20-2019, 10:44 AM

I finally got my new Custom Autosound Radio installed. Due to space (I have the stock, incab gas tank), I took out the Amp and Sub that I had for the old system. Very pleased with the sound, and the best thing, for me anyway, is it looks like the factory radio. So call me an Old School purist.

Oh, and I also scored a NOS rear view mirror (in the box) for $20, and put that in too.

**Boog** · 03-20-2019, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Too nice outside to work on the truck today so I

Aw now thats’s just cold bleed showing us food looking that good, out of reach and right here at lunch time for me too. Yum yum.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 03-20-2019, 11:34 PM

Finished the calipers. To the letter two coats Por-15 prevention and two more "caliper paint". Sure hope the brake pads fit

Its supposed to leave a ceramic look. It does give a hard look. First time I've used Por-15 rust prevention paint, talk about an easy spread. Now I know it doesn't hold a candle to Master Series primer, but what does?

My old steering box and pump were returned yesterday.

There shouldn't be more than a few months work before I take a vacation from it. Paint prison will do that. I don't mind the break

Stuffs expensive man, kind of involved. Sure like the results of things though, and learn something new every day....................I've nearly finished my first front brake job

HYPR · 03-21-2019, 12:24 AM

So need some advice, as with others I have seen the factory tape on the lower trim on my '72 C20 has dried up and is flaking off. I have begun removing the remains with a heat gun and putty knife. So opinions needed, reinstall new tape or spray paint the black stripes?

03-21-2019, 12:50 AM

I bought one— that’s what I did. 72’ K10, original 350, short bed,tach, tilt, throttle knob (not sure why since no PTO on it), protecto-plate, original owner with most receipts. Not a garage queen but not cheap. It should be delivered in a few weeks. I had the same truck in high school except it was long bed and blue. Am super stoked!!

**Ol Blue K20** · 03-21-2019, 10:01 AM

I cleaned up some hub caps and installed on the truck......

HYPR · 03-21-2019, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Martyt

I bought one— that’s what I did. 72’ K10, original 350, short bed,tach, tilt, throttle knob (not sure why since no PTO on it), protecto-plate, original owner with most receipts. Not a garage queen but not cheap. It should be delivered in a few weeks. I had the same truck in high school except it was long bed and blue. Am super stoked!!

Congratulations looks like a great find.
Bob

**3757chevy** · 03-21-2019, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Martyt

I bought one— that’s what I did. 72’ K10, original 350, short bed,tach, tilt, throttle knob (not sure why since no PTO on it), protecto-plate, original owner with most receipts. Not a garage queen but not cheap. It should be delivered in a few weeks. I had the same truck in high school except it was long bed and blue. Am super stoked!!

Cool , nice find ,

to the site.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 03-21-2019, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

I cleaned up some hub caps and installed on the truck......

Is it an optical illusion, or does the front wheel stick out past the fender about 6"?

fourspeedwagon · 03-21-2019, 11:47 PM

I had gone to buy a “good running but rusty” 73 c10. Guy went to start it and Clang Clang Clang. He shut it off and says “well, threw a rod- guess I’ll call the scrap yard”. I told him I thought it sounded like a cracked flex plate. I offered him what he figured the yard would give him and brought it home. Parted out the body and kept the rolling chassis and drivetrain.
Today I had a day off and the sun was shining so after some yard chores, I pulled the engine out of the chassis. When I split the trans off I found that there were only 2 bolts holding the converter to the plate. Both were finger tight and neither were the correct bolts- one fine thread, one coarse, both half stripped!
Pretty sure I’ve got another plate around. The green 71 c20 is where it’s headed.

**SoCoC10** · 03-23-2019, 10:22 AM

Exterior assembly is complete. Moving on to the interior installation. Can't wait to see the Truck World Super Saddle seat in it.

**zicc1835** · 03-23-2019, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCoC10

Exterior assembly is complete. Moving on to the interior installation. Can't wait to see the Truck World Super Saddle seat in it.

Nice looking seat👍

**SlowGreen71** · 03-23-2019, 08:39 PM

Whipped up engine and trans mount. Stock a/c compressor fits. Pan is about an inch below the crossmember. We’ll see how it looks when it’s back on some wheels. Next up turbo log manifold.

KQQL IT · 03-23-2019, 09:51 PM

Added some stripes to Old Blue. Kinda follows the original stuff.

**Thrill4130** · 03-24-2019, 12:16 AM

Picked up a camper shell for my shortbed that needs trimmed up a bit.
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Greasey Harley · 03-24-2019, 05:12 AM

Sanded and primed the grill on the 68. decided to paint it matte black instead of white, just to be different.
reinstalled the bright work.
reorganized the parts
...and gave it some love.
Glad to have some warmer weather as my little shop has no heat and uses extension cords for power.

I really love my old '68 C10 and am happy to have the opportunity to wrench on it :-) .
I find it weirdly therapeutic to work on old junk, it makes me think of a simpler time. I don't know why trucks had to get so complicated, I don't understand the need for electronic everything
The newest truck I own is a 1991, and I'm going to sell that soon.(then my newest truck will be a '79 K10)

I really like my old trucks. I think I'll keep running carburetors and points with manual gear boxes. The rest of the world can have all that fancy computerized crap cluttering up their dashboards and distracting them from a beautiful day and a nice drive.
Me?
I'll be rolling around 5mph under the limit, with both windows down ('cuz I ain't got no AC), some classic rock on the radio, and a smile on my face.

**nlped** · 03-24-2019, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Greasey Harley

Me?
I'll be rolling around 5mph under the limit, with both windows down ('cuz I ain't got no AC), some classic rock on the radio, and a smile on my face.

I agree with you. But I have to have a/c down here. We have HUMIDITY and I sweat. I’ve been trying to get the family to move up to your area for years because it’s so beautiful. My pops lives in Hayden, ID.

**BC10** · 03-25-2019, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Greasey Harley

Sanded and primed the grill on the 68. decided to paint it matte black instead of white, just to be different.
reinstalled the bright work.
reorganized the parts
...and gave it some love.
Glad to have some warmer weather as my little shop has no heat and uses extension cords for power.

I really love my old '68 C10 and am happy to have the opportunity to wrench on it :-) .
I find it weirdly therapeutic to work on old junk, it makes me think of a simpler time. I don't know why trucks had to get so complicated, I don't understand the need for electronic everything
The newest truck I own is a 1991, and I'm going to sell that soon.(then my newest truck will be a '79 K10)

I really like my old trucks. I think I'll keep running carburetors and points with manual gear boxes. The rest of the world can have all that fancy computerized crap cluttering up their dashboards and distracting them from a beautiful day and a nice drive.
Me?
I'll be rolling around 5mph under the limit, with both windows down ('cuz I ain't got no AC), some classic rock on the radio, and a smile on my face.

JustToxic · 03-25-2019, 09:19 AM

Cut the passenger rear corner out of the cab this weekend, all in the name of rust.

**Grumpy old man** · 03-25-2019, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by JustToxic

Cut the passenger rear corner out of the cab this weekend, all in the name of rust.

**BC10** · 03-25-2019, 02:35 PM

Had a block party all weekend.

Metaldoc · 03-25-2019, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BC10

Had a block party all weekend.

Might be better off getting it blasted back to steel

**BC10** · 03-25-2019, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

Might be better off getting it blasted back to steel

Agreed, but I am almost there...

03-20-2019, 09:09 AM	#401
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Too nice outside to work on the truck today so I Attached Images __________________ Do it, Do it right, Do it right the first time

03-20-2019, 10:44 AM	#403
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,846	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I finally got my new Custom Autosound Radio installed. Due to space (I have the stock, incab gas tank), I took out the Amp and Sub that I had for the old system. Very pleased with the sound, and the best thing, for me anyway, is it looks like the factory radio. So call me an Old School purist. Oh, and I also scored a NOS rear view mirror (in the box) for $20, and put that in too.

03-20-2019, 11:34 PM	#405
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,114	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished the calipers. To the letter two coats Por-15 prevention and two more "caliper paint". Sure hope the brake pads fit Its supposed to leave a ceramic look. It does give a hard look. First time I've used Por-15 rust prevention paint, talk about an easy spread. Now I know it doesn't hold a candle to Master Series primer, but what does? My old steering box and pump were returned yesterday. There shouldn't be more than a few months work before I take a vacation from it. Paint prison will do that. I don't mind the breakStuffs expensive man, kind of involved. Sure like the results of things though, and learn something new every day....................I've nearly finished my first front brake job Attached Images __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

03-21-2019, 12:24 AM	#406
HYPR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Valencia Posts: 40	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter So need some advice, as with others I have seen the factory tape on the lower trim on my '72 C20 has dried up and is flaking off. I have begun removing the remains with a heat gun and putty knife. So opinions needed, reinstall new tape or spray paint the black stripes? __________________ To be born a Redneck is by chance to live your life as a Redneck is a lifestyle. Lifelong Gearhead, if it's fast make it Faster!

03-21-2019, 12:50 AM	#407
Martyt Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I bought one— that’s what I did. 72’ K10, original 350, short bed,tach, tilt, throttle knob (not sure why since no PTO on it), protecto-plate, original owner with most receipts. Not a garage queen but not cheap. It should be delivered in a few weeks. I had the same truck in high school except it was long bed and blue. Am super stoked!! Attached Images

03-21-2019, 10:01 AM	#408
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I cleaned up some hub caps and installed on the truck...... Attached Images __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

03-21-2019, 11:47 PM	#412
fourspeedwagon Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Yakima Valley, Washington Posts: 575	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I had gone to buy a “good running but rusty” 73 c10. Guy went to start it and Clang Clang Clang. He shut it off and says “well, threw a rod- guess I’ll call the scrap yard”. I told him I thought it sounded like a cracked flex plate. I offered him what he figured the yard would give him and brought it home. Parted out the body and kept the rolling chassis and drivetrain. Today I had a day off and the sun was shining so after some yard chores, I pulled the engine out of the chassis. When I split the trans off I found that there were only 2 bolts holding the converter to the plate. Both were finger tight and neither were the correct bolts- one fine thread, one coarse, both half stripped! Pretty sure I’ve got another plate around. The green 71 c20 is where it’s headed. Attached Images __________________ 1951 GMC 250 Open Express Pickup 1968 Suburban C10 1971 C20 Olive “People are shocked when they find out I’m not a good electrician” Dad told me “Son, never strike a man in anger- unless you’re certain you can get away with it”

03-23-2019, 10:22 AM	#413
SoCoC10 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,142	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Exterior assembly is complete. Moving on to the interior installation. Can't wait to see the Truck World Super Saddle seat in it. Attached Images __________________ 07' Extcab Silverado Z71 Silver Birch, 5.3L HO 71' Cheyenne C10 Hugger Orange on Saddle SWB Besides these two, too Many to count

03-23-2019, 08:39 PM	#415
SlowGreen71 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: vader, WA Posts: 57	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Whipped up engine and trans mount. Stock a/c compressor fits. Pan is about an inch below the crossmember. We’ll see how it looks when it’s back on some wheels. Next up turbo log manifold. Attached Images

03-23-2019, 09:51 PM	#416
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,124	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Added some stripes to Old Blue. Kinda follows the original stuff. Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

03-24-2019, 12:16 AM	#417
Thrill4130 Active Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Stallion Springs, CA Posts: 190	Picked up a camper shell for my shortbed that needs trimmed up a bit. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-24-2019, 05:12 AM	#418
Greasey Harley Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Post Falls, ID Posts: 884	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sanded and primed the grill on the 68. decided to paint it matte black instead of white, just to be different. reinstalled the bright work. reorganized the parts ...and gave it some love. Glad to have some warmer weather as my little shop has no heat and uses extension cords for power. I really love my old '68 C10 and am happy to have the opportunity to wrench on it :-) . I find it weirdly therapeutic to work on old junk, it makes me think of a simpler time. I don't know why trucks had to get so complicated, I don't understand the need for electronic *everything* The newest truck I own is a 1991, and I'm going to sell that soon.(then my newest truck will be a '79 K10) I really like my old trucks. I think I'll keep running carburetors and points with manual gear boxes. The rest of the world can have all that fancy computerized crap cluttering up their dashboards and distracting them from a beautiful day and a nice drive. Me? I'll be rolling around 5mph under the limit, with both windows down ('cuz I ain't got no AC), some classic rock on the radio, and a smile on my face.

03-25-2019, 09:19 AM	#421
JustToxic Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Elkhart, Indiana Posts: 292	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Cut the passenger rear corner out of the cab this weekend, all in the name of rust. Attached Images __________________ 1967 Chevy C20 to K20 Conversion "Simply Toxic" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=749409 1971 Chevy C20 Custom Camper LS Swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=763775

03-25-2019, 02:35 PM	#423
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Had a block party all weekend. Attached Images

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