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**70cst** · 04-11-2021, 10:42 PM

Nice progress

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 04-12-2021, 12:05 AM

I shouldn't scan the Chevy Truck Board when I'm peeling onions.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-12-2021, 01:21 AM

Progress on the rendering I commissioned for Beth's truck.

firedemon · 04-12-2021, 08:47 PM

cool color

57taskforce · 04-12-2021, 09:27 PM

Wes, It’s amazing to see the love you both had for each other. As hard as it is I’m happy to see your turning it into something positive! I’m in to see it come together.

**Dieselwrencher** · 04-13-2021, 05:40 AM

Wes, thanks for sharing that with us. I'm sure it's hard for you to share her last moments and I'm sure it was even harder for you but I believe that was the best thing and you were there for it. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss.

As far as the truck, you said it won't be a show truck, which is fine since it is yours. But I just couldn't see letting it set all that time. I'm sure others, especially her followers, friends, family, other extended family, would like to see it at shows or even at your brewery partners venue when that brew is done up? I'm not sure what help I can add but I'm interested in helping ya as well.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-13-2021, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Wes, thanks for sharing that with us. I'm sure it's hard for you to share her last moments and I'm sure it was even harder for you but I believe that was the best thing and you were there for it. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss.

As far as the truck, you said it won't be a show truck, which is fine since it is yours. But I just couldn't see letting it set all that time. I'm sure others, especially her followers, friends, family, other extended family, would like to see it at shows or even at your brewery partners venue when that brew is done up? I'm not sure what help I can add but I'm interested in helping ya as well.

It won't just sit under cover. The soal purpose for this build is for Beth. It will be driven a couple times a week, it just going to be when I go visit her at our final resting spot. It warms my heart that people want to be involved and I am happy to accept it however anyone feels they can contribute. This is for her and for everyone who's lives she touched. It is therapy for me, but it turns out that people's involvement, many she never new turns out to be just as warming. I know she is watching and I know her heart is soaring knowing people loved her that much.

I would of coarse bring it to any event that might happen that is honoring her life but to show it at car shows doesn't feel good to me. To me it would take the meaning of the build away. I also wouldn't want to compete with the very people who may have helped.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-15-2021, 10:54 PM

Another progress picture of the rendering..

**Getter-Done** · 04-15-2021, 11:07 PM

Nice

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**lolife99** · 04-15-2021, 11:32 PM

Sorry for your loss.
Love the tribute truck rendering.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-19-2021, 09:40 PM

It is realy painful loosing Beth, I can not tell you, however working on her memorial truck helps. I can honestly say like when we were married, I haven't ever gotten mad working on it. I never got mad at her and am happy those feelings go into the build.

Her are a couple pictures of the progress. It's not much, but it's a little. I have the front and rear ends rebuilt and installed along with her tow hooks powder coated and installed.

57taskforce · 04-19-2021, 09:48 PM

Looking awesome Wes, those hooks came out great!

**Getter-Done** · 04-19-2021, 10:36 PM

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**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-20-2021, 12:25 AM

Progressions of the rendering.

**Dieselwrencher** · 04-21-2021, 06:30 AM

The rendering is looking great and the chassis is going together fast! Looks great!

67C10Step · 04-21-2021, 08:10 AM

So very sorry for your loss, Wes. I know you are discovering it through the outreach of support but stories like yours are an inspiration to many.

A project like this is exactly what you need. I am the same way in that I need to do something with my hands while my mind works on the other things. Many of us don't idle well so our hands need a job to be doing. The truck is looking great and the rendering is coming along nicely as well. Will be a super special truck when done, perfect tribute to your wife who was obviously a super special person.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-21-2021, 10:54 AM

Thank you guys again. I managed to get another update on the rendering. The gas cap needs to be removed and the park lamps need to be made amber yet. Then the memorialput above it should finish it. This rendering and memorial will be used on the beer that Matchless Brewing. I can't wait for that too.

**A1971Blazer** · 04-21-2021, 11:11 AM

Wes
My deepest condolences on the loss of you best friend, soul mate, wife.
We are reminded just how precious and short that life really is.
May God bless you with a special measure of His Grace and Peace that you may endure and persevere as you honor and pay tribute to Beth.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 04-23-2021, 01:23 AM

Rendering done, memorial added. I miss her so much..

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-23-2021, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Rendering done, memorial added. I miss her so much..

Very nice Wes. Keep plugging away at it.

**Getter-Done** · 04-23-2021, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Rendering done, memorial added. I miss her so much..

Do You Know anyone that could AirBrush the Picture in post #44

On the GloveBox Door?

This is Awesome the work you are doing on this Build

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57taskforce · 04-23-2021, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Rendering done, memorial added. I miss her so much..

That’s gonna be a great looking truck Wes, I know she’s watching over you in anticipation and appreciation of what your doing. She’ll be close by every time you drive it!

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-10-2021, 03:23 PM

I have a few more update pictures of Beth's Tribute Truck.

I wasn't completely satisfied with the wheels so I had another set powder coated and found some NOS beauty rings and NOS center caps and screws for them.

I purchased the engine - (2005 6.0 LQ9)
I purchased the transmission - (2005 4L65E)
Installed the Dirty Dingo Front Crossmember
Purchased the Advanced Adapter 4L65E to NP205 transfer case adapter. Now being rebuilt and put together.
Built a set of shelves to keep the parts that are hers only.
Stripped the cab in preparation for body work.
Purchased all the parts for her new fleetside bed.
Installed all of the new shocks and steering dampener.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-10-2021, 03:25 PM

More pictures

**Stocker** · 07-10-2021, 04:34 PM

Great progress Wes, Beth's truck is a labor of love and will be a thing of beauty for sure. Thanks for the update pics.

04-11-2021, 10:42 PM	#26
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Nice progress __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

04-12-2021, 12:05 AM	#27
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,029	Re: Beth's tribute truck. I shouldn't scan the Chevy Truck Board when I'm peeling onions. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

04-12-2021, 01:21 AM	#28
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Progress on the rendering I commissioned for Beth's truck. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-12-2021, 08:47 PM	#29
firedemon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: @ Posts: 890	Re: Beth's tribute truck. cool color

04-12-2021, 09:27 PM	#30
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Farmington, New Mexico Posts: 6,227	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Wes, It’s amazing to see the love you both had for each other. As hard as it is I’m happy to see your turning it into something positive! I’m in to see it come together. __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 315/75/16's ‘87 IROC-Z all original 50K mile survivor TPI 305 IROC Blue ‘10 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metallic #93 -version 2.0

04-13-2021, 05:40 AM	#31
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Wes, thanks for sharing that with us. I'm sure it's hard for you to share her last moments and I'm sure it was even harder for you but I believe that was the best thing and you were there for it. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. As far as the truck, you said it won't be a show truck, which is fine since it is yours. But I just couldn't see letting it set all that time. I'm sure others, especially her followers, friends, family, other extended family, would like to see it at shows or even at your brewery partners venue when that brew is done up? I'm not sure what help I can add but I'm interested in helping ya as well. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

04-15-2021, 10:54 PM	#33
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Another progress picture of the rendering.. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-15-2021, 11:07 PM	#34
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,701	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Nice . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

04-15-2021, 11:32 PM	#35
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,682	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Sorry for your loss. Love the tribute truck rendering. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

04-19-2021, 09:40 PM	#36
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. It is realy painful loosing Beth, I can not tell you, however working on her memorial truck helps. I can honestly say like when we were married, I haven't ever gotten mad working on it. I never got mad at her and am happy those feelings go into the build. Her are a couple pictures of the progress. It's not much, but it's a little. I have the front and rear ends rebuilt and installed along with her tow hooks powder coated and installed. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-19-2021, 09:48 PM	#37
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Farmington, New Mexico Posts: 6,227	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Looking awesome Wes, those hooks came out great! __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 315/75/16's ‘87 IROC-Z all original 50K mile survivor TPI 305 IROC Blue ‘10 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metallic #93 -version 2.0

04-19-2021, 10:36 PM	#38
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,701	Re: Beth's tribute truck. . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

04-20-2021, 12:25 AM	#39
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Progressions of the rendering. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-21-2021, 06:30 AM	#40
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Beth's tribute truck. The rendering is looking great and the chassis is going together fast! Looks great! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

04-21-2021, 08:10 AM	#41
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,403	Re: Beth's tribute truck. So very sorry for your loss, Wes. I know you are discovering it through the outreach of support but stories like yours are an inspiration to many. A project like this is exactly what you need. I am the same way in that I need to do something with my hands while my mind works on the other things. Many of us don't idle well so our hands need a job to be doing. The truck is looking great and the rendering is coming along nicely as well. Will be a super special truck when done, perfect tribute to your wife who was obviously a super special person. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX



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04-21-2021, 10:54 AM	#42
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Thank you guys again. I managed to get another update on the rendering. The gas cap needs to be removed and the park lamps need to be made amber yet. Then the memorialput above it should finish it. This rendering and memorial will be used on the beer that Matchless Brewing. I can't wait for that too. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

04-21-2021, 11:11 AM	#43
A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,107	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Wes My deepest condolences on the loss of you best friend, soul mate, wife. We are reminded just how precious and short that life really is. May God bless you with a special measure of His Grace and Peace that you may endure and persevere as you honor and pay tribute to Beth. __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer .............

04-23-2021, 01:23 AM	#44
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Rendering done, memorial added. I miss her so much.. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-10-2021, 03:23 PM	#48
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. I have a few more update pictures of Beth's Tribute Truck. I wasn't completely satisfied with the wheels so I had another set powder coated and found some NOS beauty rings and NOS center caps and screws for them. I purchased the engine - (2005 6.0 LQ9) I purchased the transmission - (2005 4L65E) Installed the Dirty Dingo Front Crossmember Purchased the Advanced Adapter 4L65E to NP205 transfer case adapter. Now being rebuilt and put together. Built a set of shelves to keep the parts that are hers only. Stripped the cab in preparation for body work. Purchased all the parts for her new fleetside bed. Installed all of the new shocks and steering dampener. Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-10-2021, 03:25 PM	#49
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Beth's tribute truck. More pictures Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-10-2021, 04:34 PM	#50
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,495	Re: Beth's tribute truck. Great progress Wes, Beth's truck is a labor of love and will be a thing of beauty for sure. Thanks for the update pics. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

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