New 64 Stepper Project - Page 17 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**cwcarpenter98** · 02-28-2021, 06:23 PM

Almost

**The Rocknrod** · 02-28-2021, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by cwcarpenter98

Almost

Compared to where I was, you bet.

SCOTI · 03-01-2021, 10:56 AM

Progress is progress. The list just seems to grow the closer you get.

88Stanger · 03-01-2021, 11:06 AM

that list never seems to stop!! Whatever you do, if you track your parts, DO NOT DO A TOTAL!! LOL

**The Rocknrod** · 03-19-2021, 11:26 PM

Working on the bed wood. Few more coats to do

forestb · 03-19-2021, 11:50 PM

What product did you use?

**The Rocknrod** · 03-20-2021, 09:06 AM

Epiphanes.

forestb · 03-20-2021, 07:15 PM

Have you had experience with that product before?

**The Rocknrod** · 03-20-2021, 07:39 PM

in marine use yes. Takes some work and time to make it right. Not for the get it done fast crowd.

forestb · 03-20-2021, 08:21 PM

How does it hold up to the sun and rain? I did a 2 part marine varnish from por-15 and it didn’t work vary well at all. I am hesitant about trying it again with another product.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-20-2021, 08:53 PM

So if your hesitant, what would you use?
This is a real marine product, it's what they specialize in. Being in the sun and sea. I'm doubting my weekend at a car show will cause it harm.
Years ago i used varithane or deftane and i cant remember which, was peirside with that truck for a couple years (daily driver) and was stationed in las vegas a couple years. I never saw a wrinkle in that finish. Used white oak then too.

forestb · 03-20-2021, 09:40 PM

I’m sorry. I meant I’m hesitant to use it myself. My truck is always exposed to the elements. It is probably a really good product. I am hesitant to use anything.

**The Rocknrod** · 03-26-2021, 11:27 AM

Bed and wood getting close.

forestb · 03-26-2021, 11:32 AM

Is that a stock rear bumper? Can we get a pic if not?

**The Rocknrod** · 03-26-2021, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by forestb

Is that a stock rear bumper? Can we get a pic if not?

I posted here earlier in the thread, not stock. Next generation - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...&postcount=142

**The Rocknrod** · 03-26-2021, 11:30 AM

Tank view.

forestb · 03-26-2021, 11:39 AM

Vary nice. it tucks in nicely.

**The Rocknrod** · 04-01-2021, 08:48 PM

Got it started today on April fools day.
Forgot to tighten a heater hose clamp on the heater core. Fixed that.
Timed per Blueprint engines to 15 degrees BTDC (they say 12-16 degrees) vacuum plugged.
Topped off trans, power steering and radiator.
Started right back up, good sign.

**Joe Pass** · 04-01-2021, 09:22 PM

As mentioned that bumper really sets it off....did you fab the brackets or stock ones worked?
Congrats on the first fire up

forestb · 04-01-2021, 09:27 PM

Am I correct in assuming it’s a stepside bumper?

**The Rocknrod** · 04-01-2021, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Pass

As mentioned that bumper really sets it off....did you fab the brackets or stock ones worked?
Congrats on the first fire up

Thank you.

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Originally Posted by forestb

Am I correct in assuming it’s a stepside bumper?

1972 stepside bumper, used the 72 brackets also.

**Joe Pass** · 04-01-2021, 09:40 PM

Nice touch....

**The Rocknrod** · 04-01-2021, 10:16 PM

Thanks Joe.

justa dumb hick · 04-02-2021, 12:33 AM

Wow- first start up, that’s great! Always an inspiration for continued momentum. Those Blueprint engines tend to be pretty good right outta the box. Congratulations on your milestone! I looked back to the first posting on this thread and it was April 6, 2015. A long road you have wandered since then.

**The Rocknrod** · 04-02-2021, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by justa dumb hick

Wow- first start up, that’s great! Always an inspiration for continued momentum. Those Blueprint engines tend to be pretty good right outta the box. Congratulations on your milestone! I looked back to the first posting on this thread and it was April 6, 2015. A long road you have wandered since then.

Thanks man. I can't believe it's been that long.

02-28-2021, 06:23 PM	#1
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,430	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Almost __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

03-01-2021, 10:56 AM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,917	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Progress is progress. The list just seems to grow the closer you get. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

03-01-2021, 11:06 AM	#4
88Stanger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,644	Re: New 64 Stepper Project that list never seems to stop!! Whatever you do, if you track your parts, DO NOT DO A TOTAL!! LOL __________________ John 3:16 - Saved me... God Bless

03-19-2021, 11:26 PM	#5
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Working on the bed wood. Few more coats to do Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-19-2021, 11:50 PM	#6
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project What product did you use?

03-20-2021, 09:06 AM	#7
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Epiphanes. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-20-2021, 07:15 PM	#8
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Have you had experience with that product before?

03-20-2021, 07:39 PM	#9
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project in marine use yes. Takes some work and time to make it right. Not for the get it done fast crowd. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-20-2021, 08:21 PM	#10
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project How does it hold up to the sun and rain? I did a 2 part marine varnish from por-15 and it didn’t work vary well at all. I am hesitant about trying it again with another product.

03-20-2021, 08:53 PM	#11
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project So if your hesitant, what would you use? This is a real marine product, it's what they specialize in. Being in the sun and sea. I'm doubting my weekend at a car show will cause it harm. Years ago i used varithane or deftane and i cant remember which, was peirside with that truck for a couple years (daily driver) and was stationed in las vegas a couple years. I never saw a wrinkle in that finish. Used white oak then too. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-20-2021, 09:40 PM	#12
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project I’m sorry. I meant I’m hesitant to use it myself. My truck is always exposed to the elements. It is probably a really good product. I am hesitant to use anything.

03-26-2021, 11:27 AM	#13
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Bed and wood getting close. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-26-2021, 11:32 AM	#14
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Is that a stock rear bumper? Can we get a pic if not?

03-26-2021, 11:30 AM	#16
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Tank view. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

03-26-2021, 11:39 AM	#17
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Vary nice. it tucks in nicely.



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04-01-2021, 08:48 PM	#18
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Got it started today on April fools day. Forgot to tighten a heater hose clamp on the heater core. Fixed that. Timed per Blueprint engines to 15 degrees BTDC (they say 12-16 degrees) vacuum plugged. Topped off trans, power steering and radiator. Started right back up, good sign. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

04-01-2021, 09:22 PM	#19
Joe Pass Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Windsor, California Posts: 1,042	Re: New 64 Stepper Project As mentioned that bumper really sets it off....did you fab the brackets or stock ones worked? Congrats on the first fire up __________________ 1962 build album http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2066 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2066 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2067 1956 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2086

04-01-2021, 09:27 PM	#20
forestb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 3,584	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Am I correct in assuming it’s a stepside bumper?

04-01-2021, 09:40 PM	#22
Joe Pass Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Windsor, California Posts: 1,042	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Nice touch.... __________________ 1962 build album http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2066 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2066 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2067 1956 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=2086

04-01-2021, 10:16 PM	#23
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Thanks Joe. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

04-02-2021, 12:33 AM	#24
justa dumb hick Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: San Carlos, AZ Posts: 30	Re: New 64 Stepper Project Wow- first start up, that’s great! Always an inspiration for continued momentum. Those Blueprint engines tend to be pretty good right outta the box. Congratulations on your milestone! I looked back to the first posting on this thread and it was April 6, 2015. A long road you have wandered since then. __________________ -JDH Insomnia is a terrible thing to waste https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWYVs7widI0 (Misanthropic curmudgeon attempts starting old truck in house at 2AM)

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