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Bob 68327 · 02-25-2009, 11:10 PM

My 12 yr old Girl and I are starting to work on her truck this will be a very slow process and I will post pics as often as possible . The first pic is the truck she bought with her b-day money . We will now be using it for parts it's pretty rotten . The second is the truck were building it's a lot better . It will be powered by a 283 automatic. The motor and trans. will get rebuilt. The chassis will get a 5 lug and disc brake conversion . Here are some pics. more updates comming soon . Bob

LuckyHenriksen · 02-25-2009, 11:49 PM

Sweet

67_C-30 · 02-26-2009, 12:17 AM

Very cool. I'll be watching this build!

IvelDesigns · 02-26-2009, 12:20 AM

subscribed

nuke1 · 02-27-2009, 01:20 AM

that is awesome, i hope to also some day do a build with my daughter.

Twisted78SS · 02-27-2009, 01:44 AM

Nice, My 11yr old wants to do the same sort of thing.. How cool is that!

Best of luck, and I'll be checking in.. Subscribing

Spray-Bomb · 02-27-2009, 11:41 AM

I just love that she has better taste in years than you do

I cant wait to see some progress

Bob 68327 · 02-27-2009, 06:55 PM

A couple of update pics. Got the fenders and inners off and the interior stripped . Note the custom bondo body mount . Amazingly the front mounts are about the only rust in the cab floor . Enjoy , Bob

Bob 68327 · 03-03-2009, 10:25 PM

Not much progress to report . More tomorrow and a few more pics .

Bob

72BlckButy · 03-03-2009, 10:39 PM

Good luck with the build Bob, this will make such a great project for you guys.

Can't wait to see what you are able to turn out.

Bob 68327 · 03-03-2009, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Good luck with the build Bob, this will make such a great project for you guys.

Can't wait to see what you are able to turn out.

Be kinda wierd to see me build a shiney truck Huh!!

72BlckButy · 03-03-2009, 10:46 PM

Shiney yes but what shiney color is in the plan...

Bob 68327 · 03-04-2009, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Shiney yes but what shiney color is in the plan...

Still undecided between Blue and White or both right now .

Bob 68327 · 03-04-2009, 10:45 PM

Update: Stripped the rest of the front and got the engine out tonight . Comming soon front crossmember removal !! Stay Tuned . Enjoy the pics . Bob

72BlckButy · 03-04-2009, 11:11 PM

All I gotta say is that you guys up north know how to work!

Two separate trucks being torn down the week they are brought home.... priceless!

Great progress Bob.

IvelDesigns · 03-04-2009, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

All I gotta say is that you guys up north know how to work!

Two separate trucks being torn down the week they are brought home.... priceless!

Great progress Bob.

yeah, well i got one frame rail cleaned up and ready for paint

nice progress man. I sure hope the future driver of this truck is out there helping you.

Bob 68327 · 03-04-2009, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by IvelDesigns

yeah, well i got one frame rail cleaned up and ready for paint

nice progress man. I sure hope the future driver of this truck is out there helping you.

She was but pulling the motor wasn't something I wanted her to close to . She will get pleanty of work time in cleaning rusty stuff and when we rebuild that ol 283 !!! She was in bed when I took the pics . We will try to get the front crossmember out this weekend. Congrats on ready for paint !!! Bob

shawn57nomad · 03-06-2009, 07:33 PM

Cool man! See you tonite a bit after 7

Bob 68327 · 03-07-2009, 12:04 AM

Well made a little more progress tonight . Got the crossmember out along with the entire front suspension . shawn57nomad came up and helped me drag it out of the shop . Thanks Shawn !! Here's some update pics and a few of the custom front cab mounts I have to replace !! Enjoy, Bob

IvelDesigns · 03-07-2009, 01:34 AM

right on man. glad to see I wasn't the only one out getting stuff done in this nice weather. I even had the door open all night. doesn't sound like we'll have that luxury tomorrow though.

What are you planning to use to paint the frame? Is the cab coming off this one or are you going to try and do all the work with the cab on?

**thelonerife** · 03-07-2009, 02:09 AM

Do you have a crossmember for your auto tranny?

Bob 68327 · 03-07-2009, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by thelonerife

Do you have a crossmember for your auto tranny?

Not Yet.

Bob 68327 · 03-07-2009, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by IvelDesigns

right on man. glad to see I wasn't the only one out getting stuff done in this nice weather. I even had the door open all night. doesn't sound like we'll have that luxury tomorrow though.

What are you planning to use to paint the frame? Is the cab coming off this one or are you going to try and do all the work with the cab on?

Something out of a rattle can ?? I'm on an extremely low budget right now.

67-72crazy · 03-07-2009, 07:26 PM

keep up the nice progress.

Bob 68327 · 03-07-2009, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 67-72crazy

keep up the nice progress.

Thanks !!

02-25-2009, 11:10 PM	#1
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Project Sweet 16 My 12 yr old Girl and I are starting to work on her truck this will be a very slow process and I will post pics as often as possible . The first pic is the truck she bought with her b-day money . We will now be using it for parts it's pretty rotten . The second is the truck were building it's a lot better . It will be powered by a 283 automatic. The motor and trans. will get rebuilt. The chassis will get a 5 lug and disc brake conversion . Here are some pics. more updates comming soon . Bob Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker Last edited by Bob 68327; 02-25-2009 at 11:11 PM.

02-25-2009, 11:49 PM	#2
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02-26-2009, 12:17 AM	#3
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02-26-2009, 12:20 AM	#4
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02-27-2009, 01:20 AM	#5
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project Sweet 16 that is awesome, i hope to also some day do a build with my daughter. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-27-2009, 01:44 AM	#6
Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	Re: Project Sweet 16 Nice, My 11yr old wants to do the same sort of thing.. How cool is that! Best of luck, and I'll be checking in.. Subscribing __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

02-27-2009, 11:41 AM	#7
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: Project Sweet 16 I just love that she has better taste in years than you do I cant wait to see some progress __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

02-27-2009, 06:55 PM	#8
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Project Sweet 16 A couple of update pics. Got the fenders and inners off and the interior stripped . Note the custom bondo body mount . Amazingly the front mounts are about the only rust in the cab floor . Enjoy , Bob Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

03-03-2009, 10:25 PM	#9
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Project Sweet 16 Not much progress to report . More tomorrow and a few more pics . Bob __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

03-03-2009, 10:39 PM	#10
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Sweet 16 Good luck with the build Bob, this will make such a great project for you guys. Can't wait to see what you are able to turn out. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-03-2009, 10:46 PM	#12
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Sweet 16 Shiney yes but what shiney color is in the plan... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-04-2009, 10:45 PM	#14
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Project Sweet 16 Update: Stripped the rest of the front and got the engine out tonight . Comming soon front crossmember removal !! Stay Tuned . Enjoy the pics . Bob Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

03-04-2009, 11:11 PM	#15
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Sweet 16 All I gotta say is that you guys up north know how to work! Two separate trucks being torn down the week they are brought home.... priceless! Great progress Bob. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-06-2009, 07:33 PM	#18
shawn57nomad Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Newton, IA Posts: 173	Re: Project Sweet 16 Cool man! See you tonite a bit after 7

03-07-2009, 12:04 AM	#19
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Project Sweet 16 Well made a little more progress tonight . Got the crossmember out along with the entire front suspension . shawn57nomad came up and helped me drag it out of the shop . Thanks Shawn !! Here's some update pics and a few of the custom front cab mounts I have to replace !! Enjoy, Bob Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker



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03-07-2009, 01:34 AM	#20
IvelDesigns Commander Taco Bello Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 2,232	Re: Project Sweet 16 right on man. glad to see I wasn't the only one out getting stuff done in this nice weather. I even had the door open all night. doesn't sound like we'll have that luxury tomorrow though. What are you planning to use to paint the frame? Is the cab coming off this one or are you going to try and do all the work with the cab on? __________________ Bagged '50 3600 - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2009... Bagged '69 C10 Longbed - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2007...

03-07-2009, 02:09 AM	#21
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03-07-2009, 07:26 PM	#24
67-72crazy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: greenfield indiana Posts: 241	Re: Project Sweet 16 keep up the nice progress. __________________ 1991 1500 longbed: my daily driver 1937 chevy 2dr sedan. dads project

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