What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 26 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mcm1209 · 05-05-2014, 04:28 PM

Now what?????????????
(Torch was not there to cut, had to heat up the rivets a bit to get the old cab mounts off)
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**Elliot949** · 05-05-2014, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by mcm1209

Now what?????????????
(Torch was not there to cut, had to heat up the rivets a bit to get the old cab mounts off)
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Looks like a Stacy David type of Cut... Nice work... Slide it all together... make sure you are square and level then weld away...

Econman · 05-05-2014, 06:16 PM

I cleaned, primed and painted one head... Doing the second one tomorrow... while the waiting continues...

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In The Ten Ring · 05-05-2014, 09:44 PM

The last of the fuel lines are now out! It was a bit of an annoyance but I managed to remove these without resorting to cutting or even bending.

I am a bit fearful of putting the new ones back in, just because it was so much hassle getting the old ones out and I'm even considering using braided steel lines for replacements but I think I can do this.

jtwells · 05-06-2014, 07:02 PM

today i replaced the old rusty Grant gt steering wheel the PO had installed with a wheel i took off of an old column that was laying around.

BugzC10 · 05-06-2014, 07:53 PM

Finished installing Alan Grove power steering pump bracket. Now I have better clearance between the pump shaft and the alternator belt.

jlaird · 05-06-2014, 09:42 PM

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today i replaced the old rusty Grant gt steering wheel the PO had installed with a wheel i took off of an old column that was laying around.

Man, what an improvement over the Grant. Love the three gauges under the dash. Classic look!

jmking9 · 05-06-2014, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Finished installing Alan Grove power steering pump bracket. Now I have better clearance between the pump shaft and the alternator belt.

Where did you get your alt brackets? I like those.

bowcoffin · 05-06-2014, 09:55 PM

I pulled the 350 out of my 68 C20! Took all day but I am stoked to be able to get in and clean er' up! Going to paint the engine pocket black and the engine and trans red! Stoked!

Econman · 05-06-2014, 10:07 PM

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Painted the second head today... Hoping my new rods that have been back ordered for 5 weeks now finally ship tomorrow...

**Mike_The_Grad** · 05-06-2014, 11:41 PM

Finally everything is bolted on.fuel lines , new power steering hoses and new belts installed. Vacuum lines next, and then on to core support and body panels so electrical has a place to lay.

zbm100 · 05-07-2014, 01:31 PM

saved it from the woods

chopnchaneled · 05-07-2014, 02:10 PM

You did REAL ! Good!

zbm100 · 05-07-2014, 02:20 PM

thanks

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You did REAL ! Good!

**Mike_The_Grad** · 05-08-2014, 03:13 AM

@zbm100 that is awesome. Plus the pic , just so everyone knows exactly what you mean by "the woods". lol.

BugzC10 · 05-08-2014, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by jmking9

Where did you get your alt brackets? I like those.

I got mine on eBay. Look up Alan Grove web site. They come in bare metal. You have to plate or paint them. I had to open up the two holes that attach the bracket to the front of the block to get it all bolted together. Kind-of a PIA in that location with the engine installed.

EDIT....I bought it on Amazon.

zbm100 · 05-08-2014, 02:38 PM

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@zbm100 that is awesome. Plus the pic , just so everyone knows exactly what you mean by "the woods". lol.

not good

Andy4639 · 05-08-2014, 04:15 PM

Installed a new Sony head unit with bluetooth! I'm ready for the Power Tour now. Just have to figure it all out and how to use it. I have the Iphone stuff figured out pretty good I think.

BlacklandCamper · 05-08-2014, 04:25 PM

Did this...

http://youtu.be/vAaT_juP-Ms

Took it for a little longer cruise around the area later that day, only to run out of gas, and collapse my fuel filter.
Still have some fine tuning on the carb, and some issues inside the steering column to address.

Its getting there.

In The Ten Ring · 05-08-2014, 04:48 PM

I spent $50.00 dollars and bought all the tubing, hoses, and most of the clamps I need for the fuel line replacement. Lucked up and caught the tubing 1/2 off! I still need the extra filter and a couple more clamps.

Molberg · 05-08-2014, 10:52 PM

Finished the bodywork on my box!

BADAZ chevy guy · 05-08-2014, 11:41 PM

Installed the radiator, new vacuum advance in the distributor, 2 new tires on the back, 1 new headlight, new spark plugs. Tomorrow I take it to get inspected!

In The Ten Ring · 05-08-2014, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BADAZ chevy guy

Installed the radiator, new vacuum advance in the distributor, 2 new tires on the back, 1 new headlight, new spark plugs. Tomorrow I take it to get inspected!

Oh wow! Good luck.

Ridgeclimber · 05-09-2014, 08:54 PM

I got the windshield and rear glass installed today. Then instal a new dash pad and started to assemble the glove box.

BADAZ chevy guy · 05-09-2014, 10:00 PM

So, it didn't pass inspection. failed because of one ball joint and there's no windshield washer.

05-05-2014, 04:28 PM	#626
mcm1209 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Porter, Texas Posts: 115	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Now what????????????? (Torch was not there to cut, had to heat up the rivets a bit to get the old cab mounts off)

05-05-2014, 06:16 PM	#628
Econman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I cleaned, primed and painted one head... Doing the second one tomorrow... while the waiting continues...

05-05-2014, 09:44 PM	#629
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II The last of the fuel lines are now out! It was a bit of an annoyance but I managed to remove these without resorting to cutting or even bending. I am a bit fearful of putting the new ones back in, just because it was so much hassle getting the old ones out and I'm even considering using braided steel lines for replacements but I think I can do this.

05-06-2014, 07:02 PM	#630
jtwells Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: MD Posts: 26	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II today i replaced the old rusty Grant gt steering wheel the PO had installed with a wheel i took off of an old column that was laying around. Attached Images

05-06-2014, 07:53 PM	#631
BugzC10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Green Valley Arizona Posts: 1,351	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finished installing Alan Grove power steering pump bracket. Now I have better clearance between the pump shaft and the alternator belt. __________________ 1970 C10 Short Stepper with 71/72 front clip.

05-06-2014, 09:55 PM	#634
bowcoffin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: West Jordan, UT Posts: 189	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I pulled the 350 out of my 68 C20! Took all day but I am stoked to be able to get in and clean er' up! Going to paint the engine pocket black and the engine and trans red! Stoked!

05-06-2014, 10:07 PM	#635
Econman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Painted the second head today... Hoping my new rods that have been back ordered for 5 weeks now finally ship tomorrow...

05-06-2014, 11:41 PM	#636
Mike_The_Grad Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Santa Paula, CA Posts: 582	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finally everything is bolted on.fuel lines , new power steering hoses and new belts installed. Vacuum lines next, and then on to core support and body panels so electrical has a place to lay. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 LWB - Mine 1964 C/10 LWB - My Dad's Instagram: Mike_The_Grad

05-07-2014, 01:31 PM	#637
zbm100 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: portland oregon Posts: 41	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II saved it from the woods Attached Images

05-07-2014, 02:10 PM	#638
chopnchaneled Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,050	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II You did REAL ! Good! __________________ I don't think we get smarter as we get older. We just run out of Stupid things to do.

05-08-2014, 03:13 AM	#640
Mike_The_Grad Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Santa Paula, CA Posts: 582	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II @zbm100 that is awesome. Plus the pic , just so everyone knows exactly what you mean by "the woods". lol. __________________ 1972 C/10 LWB - Mine 1964 C/10 LWB - My Dad's Instagram: Mike_The_Grad

05-08-2014, 04:15 PM	#643
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed a new Sony head unit with bluetooth! I'm ready for the Power Tour now. Just have to figure it all out and how to use it. I have the Iphone stuff figured out pretty good I think. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-08-2014, 04:25 PM	#644
BlacklandCamper Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Farmersville, TX Posts: 238	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Did this... http://youtu.be/vAaT_juP-Ms Took it for a little longer cruise around the area later that day, only to run out of gas, and collapse my fuel filter. Still have some fine tuning on the carb, and some issues inside the steering column to address. Its getting there. __________________ Grunt: 1971 C20 Custom Camper. Runs/Drives/Kinda stops. 350Ci, TH350. 4.10:1 D60. Eight Lug LWB is more better. Hell no its not fast! Donkey: 93 Nissan D21, the farm truck. My 1/2 ton SWB. The Indomitable Datsun. 1st BN 3rd MAR. '00-'04

05-08-2014, 04:48 PM	#645
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I spent $50.00 dollars and bought all the tubing, hoses, and most of the clamps I need for the fuel line replacement. Lucked up and caught the tubing 1/2 off! I still need the extra filter and a couple more clamps.

05-08-2014, 10:52 PM	#646
Molberg Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Manitoba Posts: 644	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finished the bodywork on my box! __________________ -Project Nitemare- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=607359



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05-08-2014, 11:41 PM	#647
BADAZ chevy guy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Clearfield Utah Posts: 638	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed the radiator, new vacuum advance in the distributor, 2 new tires on the back, 1 new headlight, new spark plugs. Tomorrow I take it to get inspected! __________________ My build thread. 1977 C10 short box. >>>> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624182 700R4 build thread. >>> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...36#post6740236

05-09-2014, 08:54 PM	#649
Ridgeclimber Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Maple Ridge. B.C. Posts: 145	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I got the windshield and rear glass installed today. Then instal a new dash pad and started to assemble the glove box. Attached Images

05-09-2014, 10:00 PM	#650
BADAZ chevy guy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Clearfield Utah Posts: 638	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II So, it didn't pass inspection. failed because of one ball joint and there's no windshield washer. __________________ My build thread. 1977 C10 short box. >>>> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624182 700R4 build thread. >>> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...36#post6740236

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