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Tyrone · 04-02-2011, 01:47 PM

Decided to join the forum and post some picture of my build. Have come across some neat tricks here and there, and figured some of them may be fun to share with others. Alos love the thought of getting ideas form others doing the same trucks.

Tyrone · 04-02-2011, 01:54 PM

More project photos:
Of note, The fuel tank is a 69 Mustang tank. 20 gallons. Had to build a framework, but it looks great and was CHEAP compared to the aftermarket tanks for '60 Chevy Truck.

jbgroby · 04-02-2011, 01:57 PM

Good work and pics

Tyrone · 04-02-2011, 02:04 PM

And more photos of where project currently is at.

Tyrone · 04-02-2011, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbgroby

Good work and pics

Thank you, Went out and checked out your project. It is beautiful!!

jbgroby · 04-02-2011, 02:24 PM

Your interior looks real comfy.

coastierider · 04-02-2011, 09:04 PM

Who makes the control arms for your truck? or are they stock?

**Corts60** · 04-02-2011, 09:24 PM

That interior looks really awesome. I totally dig the lines on the dash, very clean!

Dinos63 · 04-02-2011, 09:44 PM

diiittto wow!!

**Captainfab** · 04-03-2011, 12:09 AM

Nice work

I really like the interior......

Alan's Classic · 04-03-2011, 12:20 AM

Welcome and great work so far. You've got more done in 2 post than I have in almost 4 years.

Keep it up.

6flee3 · 04-03-2011, 07:25 AM

Interior is AWSOME, dash and roof are SICK!

daverod · 04-03-2011, 10:19 AM

You got some skills spud. Love the truck.

Tyrone · 04-03-2011, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coastierider

Who makes the control arms for your truck? or are they stock?

Control arms are stock. Powder coated and rebuilt with new control arm shafts and bushings from CPP. Have not seen anything aftermarket for 60-62. They make some very nice tubular control arms for 63-66 from CPP and there are others that have them as well.

Tyrone · 04-03-2011, 11:33 AM

Thanks for all the comments on my interior. I have set out to do all the work on this project myself, so I learned how to sew, and jumped in with both feet on the interior. Actually was a lot of fun, and not entirely difficult. Currently working on trying to fabricate some sweet fiberglass door panels and speaker pods for the lower door, then will upholster those to match.
Just finished the seats which are 2000 Chevy Silverado seats 6 way power, heated. I had found a new set of factory leather covers for those on E-bay, so I took the easy way out, and bought the rest of the interior material to match those.

Tyrone · 04-03-2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daverod

You got some skills spud. Love the truck.

Daverod, love the spud comment from my fellow Idahoan. I grew up in Twin Falls, not too far from you there in Poky. Went out and checked out your projects, looking good. How many 60's C-10 do you have? Looks like a lot of work, and of course fun!!!

daverod · 04-03-2011, 11:50 AM

I have a 64 that I drive and a 66 that I've kinda put on hold. I just bought a 52 and have been working on it the most.$$$ One thing at a time.

It is a great hobby.

Jack's Garage · 04-10-2011, 12:24 AM

Are heated seats as easy as plugging them in to power or is there more to it?
Looks great and good job doing it yourself. I was once told if you are going to drive a classic you should know how to wrench it yourself. You've taken that to the max!

Tyrone · 04-10-2011, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack's Garage

Are heated seats as easy as plugging them in to power or is there more to it?
Looks great and good job doing it yourself. I was once told if you are going to drive a classic you should know how to wrench it yourself. You've taken that to the max!

If you had all of the parts (heater switches, wiring harness, seats) from GM this would be that easy. You could hook up power, and be ready to go.
I purchased 2001 powered, heated seats on e-bay, but did not have the other goodies needed to hook up the seat heaters.
Since I was recovering the seats, I just added aftermarket seat heaters. They are plug and play. come with the switches, relays. You just need to provide power and ground.
I went to the trouble to cut, and install them identically to the stock seat heater location. I have tested them, and it sure will feel good to sit on a warm leather seat on cold Idaho mornings.
Thanks for the encouragement. I love to turn a wrench. Really wanted to do my own build. I would encourage all of you truck enthusiasts to do the same. Most of these things are actually not more than just not being afraid to try, and with the money you save by doing things yourself you can afford to do them several times to get it right.

Tyrone · 04-10-2011, 11:48 AM

I also wanted to note to anyone who is unaware of the impact that Dynamat and an insulator have on these old trucks.
Dynamat is a sound deadening product that works extemely well to deaden road noise and vibrations in automobiles.
Most of the quieter cars on the market use this product, or similar products available.
The insulation mat provides for a warmer or cooler interior by reflecting and keeping warmth or cool inside/ outside where it belongs.
Make sure you get a product for this application. The stuff you can buy at Lowes or Home Depot has air pockets in the foil pack and can trap condensation.
There is a bit of expense, but the benefits are pretty substantial. The inside of my cab is very quiet, and should stay a lot warmer and cooler than most.
Just another tidbit I wanted to share with other enthusiasts.
Look for more to come.
Keep on Truckin

Tyrone · 09-25-2011, 09:17 PM

A little different take on the 1960 Chevy Truck door panel. Took some serious thought, and then some time to create, but I am pleased with the results. I also ended up making a recessed bucket in the window pillar for my tweeters. They angle towards the driver and then flush into the upholstery. Mad for a great location. Now on to the next task.

**chevy_man5** · 09-25-2011, 09:31 PM

Welcome fellow Idahoan!! Your truck is amazing looking! Great job!

thebacon · 03-24-2012, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tyrone

Control arms are stock. Powder coated and rebuilt with new control arm shafts and bushings from CPP. Have not seen anything aftermarket for 60-62. They make some very nice tubular control arms for 63-66 from CPP and there are others that have them as well.

Thanks for that info, I can't seem to find bushings for the shafts so I guess the answer is just to buy it all together?

Truck looks great! Subbed.

Chad215 · 03-26-2012, 12:49 PM

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cbe/full.aspx?Page=86 Looks like you can get them here as parts or an assembly- unless I'm not understanding what you're looking for-

Sorry not trying to hi-jack your thread, Tyrone.

thebacon · 03-26-2012, 12:57 PM

Yea the end nuts were what I was looking for, but now I'm questioning if they're necessary to replace. The ones we have seem fine other than needing a new nipple. But I need to clean the grease out and see if they are tight or wobbly.
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04-02-2011, 01:47 PM	#1
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Decided to join the forum and post some picture of my build. Have come across some neat tricks here and there, and figured some of them may be fun to share with others. Alos love the thought of getting ideas form others doing the same trucks. Attached Images

04-02-2011, 01:54 PM	#2
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build More project photos: Of note, The fuel tank is a 69 Mustang tank. 20 gallons. Had to build a framework, but it looks great and was CHEAP compared to the aftermarket tanks for '60 Chevy Truck. Attached Images

04-02-2011, 01:57 PM	#3
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,768	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Good work and pics __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

04-02-2011, 02:04 PM	#4
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build And more photos of where project currently is at. Attached Images

04-02-2011, 02:24 PM	#6
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,768	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Your interior looks real comfy. __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

04-02-2011, 09:04 PM	#7
coastierider Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: United States Posts: 23	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Who makes the control arms for your truck? or are they stock? Last edited by coastierider; 04-02-2011 at 09:05 PM.

04-02-2011, 09:24 PM	#8
Corts60 Just here to tinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Holland, MI Posts: 3,672	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build That interior looks really awesome. I totally dig the lines on the dash, very clean! __________________ 78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(winter unit)https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...25#post8900725

04-02-2011, 09:44 PM	#9
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04-03-2011, 12:09 AM	#10
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04-03-2011, 12:20 AM	#11
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Welcome and great work so far. You've got more done in 2 post than I have in almost 4 years. Keep it up. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

04-03-2011, 07:25 AM	#12
6flee3 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 28	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Interior is AWSOME, dash and roof are SICK!

04-03-2011, 10:19 AM	#13
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build You got some skills spud. Love the truck. __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it" Last edited by daverod; 04-03-2011 at 10:19 AM.

04-03-2011, 11:33 AM	#15
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Thanks for all the comments on my interior. I have set out to do all the work on this project myself, so I learned how to sew, and jumped in with both feet on the interior. Actually was a lot of fun, and not entirely difficult. Currently working on trying to fabricate some sweet fiberglass door panels and speaker pods for the lower door, then will upholster those to match. Just finished the seats which are 2000 Chevy Silverado seats 6 way power, heated. I had found a new set of factory leather covers for those on E-bay, so I took the easy way out, and bought the rest of the interior material to match those.

04-03-2011, 11:50 AM	#17
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build I have a 64 that I drive and a 66 that I've kinda put on hold. I just bought a 52 and have been working on it the most.$$$ One thing at a time. It is a great hobby. __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it" Last edited by daverod; 04-03-2011 at 11:50 AM.

04-10-2011, 12:24 AM	#18
Jack's Garage Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cedar City, UT Posts: 13	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Are heated seats as easy as plugging them in to power or is there more to it? Looks great and good job doing it yourself. I was once told if you are going to drive a classic you should know how to wrench it yourself. You've taken that to the max!



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04-10-2011, 11:48 AM	#20
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build I also wanted to note to anyone who is unaware of the impact that Dynamat and an insulator have on these old trucks. Dynamat is a sound deadening product that works extemely well to deaden road noise and vibrations in automobiles. Most of the quieter cars on the market use this product, or similar products available. The insulation mat provides for a warmer or cooler interior by reflecting and keeping warmth or cool inside/ outside where it belongs. Make sure you get a product for this application. The stuff you can buy at Lowes or Home Depot has air pockets in the foil pack and can trap condensation. There is a bit of expense, but the benefits are pretty substantial. The inside of my cab is very quiet, and should stay a lot warmer and cooler than most. Just another tidbit I wanted to share with other enthusiasts. Look for more to come. Keep on Truckin Attached Images

09-25-2011, 09:17 PM	#21
Tyrone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 24	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build A little different take on the 1960 Chevy Truck door panel. Took some serious thought, and then some time to create, but I am pleased with the results. I also ended up making a recessed bucket in the window pillar for my tweeters. They angle towards the driver and then flush into the upholstery. Mad for a great location. Now on to the next task. Attached Images

09-25-2011, 09:31 PM	#22
chevy_man5 GMC's n H.D.'s too! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Nampa, Idaho Posts: 1,583	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Welcome fellow Idahoan!! Your truck is amazing looking! Great job! __________________ Jason 1960 GMC 4x4 Babe (the Blue Ox) - Build Thread

03-26-2012, 12:49 PM	#24
Chad215 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 148	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cbe/full.aspx?Page=86 Looks like you can get them here as parts or an assembly- unless I'm not understanding what you're looking for- Sorry not trying to hi-jack your thread, Tyrone. __________________ '64 GMC in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=484861

03-26-2012, 12:57 PM	#25
thebacon Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Cali Posts: 22	Re: 60 Chevy Truck Custom Build Yea the end nuts were what I was looking for, but now I'm questioning if they're necessary to replace. The ones we have seem fine other than needing a new nipple. But I need to clean the grease out and see if they are tight or wobbly. Posted via Mobile Device

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