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Old 07-09-2012, 10:04 AM   #1
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1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

I am new to this site and happy to be here - this is my first posting. I bought a 1965 C10 in Fort Worth for $1000.00 this past year. The truck has the big back window with the Custom Cab package - the dash has been unmolested with the exception of the original horn ring and ashtray seems to be missing. This truck came with factory installed AC - not working at this time. The rockers and front floor corner panels are rusted out and will need to be replaced. The engine that was originally installed was a 327 and has been converted to a 1972 350 2 bl by previous owner. The truck has the original ram horn headers and exhaust system which will need to be replaced. I am working on removing the box from the frame first to see what shape the frame, brake lines, rear end look like - appears the box has never been off the frame. Will post pics later.
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Old 07-09-2012, 10:42 AM   #2
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

Welcome from the land of Maple Trees and Hockey Sticks!
I have only been here since April myself, this is an amazing resource building a truck, and the people here are very, very helpful, and knowledgeable!
Look forward to seeing the before pics soon!!!
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Old 07-13-2012, 11:33 AM   #3
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welcome, and let the fun begin...
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Old 07-16-2012, 10:37 AM   #4
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

I removed the bed, working on cleaning the frame up. I started taking some pictures of project.
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Old 07-16-2012, 11:27 AM   #5
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

Sweet looking dash!!! Factory radio as well!!! Looks like you are off to a great start.
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Old 07-19-2012, 08:21 AM   #6
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

Thanks for the response. I picked up a set of fenders from a guy in Milford, Texas that owns a 1963 SWB completely stripped down. Here's a pic before the sandblasting begins this weekend.
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Old 07-19-2012, 08:24 AM   #7
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

Does anyone have any idea what the functionality is of this rubber mount? It sits lower than the bed frame - am I missing a piece of it?
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Old 07-19-2012, 08:59 AM   #8
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Bump stop for rear axle. Looks like it is all there.
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Old 07-19-2012, 09:01 AM   #9
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Thanks for the tip Flathead - this is my first build and I'm learning as I go.
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Old 07-19-2012, 12:50 PM   #10
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great find... i love those medium green patina trucks. air and big window...wow, lucky guy.

show some more pics of body condition? i like it!
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Old 07-19-2012, 12:53 PM   #11
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Wow, that looks awesome! That dash alone is worth the effort.
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Old 07-20-2012, 07:14 PM   #12
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Re: 1965 Chevrolet Long Bed Build

I would like to see the rest of your dash please.
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Old 07-20-2012, 10:27 PM   #13
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The truck looks to be in awesome condition!
Consider yourself very fortunate!!!
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Old 07-21-2012, 12:29 AM   #14
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Welcome to the forum

Looks like you found a very nice truck to build. Do you have an overall plan yet?
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