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i like it, i like it alot!!!!!!! very nice work.

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Nice score on the heads. What size cam is going in? You going to have the rocker studs threaded?

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I wasn't planning on threading the studs...ya think it'll be ok?? Im running a 480 lift comp cam.




John

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Ok..here we go I am back on my truck FINALLY !!! I took it to San Jose Steam Cleaners yesterday afternoon.....HERE ARE SOME PICS !!!!

http://i12.tinypic.com/4hhk6xs.jpg
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Even though the black primer hides alot...I just realized this thing need a lot of bodywork....Never had it on a lift outside in the sun.
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...alot of body work....:o :o....I can't complaint the truck was FREE...overall, not too bad.....
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Here's some after shots...look closely at the Custom Lowered Spring !!! :lol: :lol:
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and the last one...kinda like the OG color....
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John

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A lot of bodywork is usually referred to as "character". I really dig the look of your truck as it is, even with all of the "character".

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Basically I had the undercarriage (from tranny forward) and the engine bay done.

There were CLUMPS falling off of that darn thing !!! He was *****'n the whole time....I guess he figures he under-quoted me.

Anyway...it is 98% better than what it was.

As soon as I get my flywheel resurfaced, and get some paint going...the engine will be back in !!!!

John

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My truck will get the "Grammy" for best character!!!!!!!!!!!!


Thanks man


JOHN

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I have made a few of those "custom" springs in my day.:rolleyes:

The best was a '69 chevy I got from a guy and he cut the rear springs to lower it, therefore it just floated there.:crazy:

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Yeap...I've done many !!!

$50 to lower your car that way...no dissasembly..just sick the torch thru the wheel well !! :rolleyes:

or $150-$200 to disassemble and cut....What is the kid gonna choose ??

:lol:

John

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Hey John did you find an older hood? I know you mentioned you wanted one.

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Hey Chief
awesome photos, nice little mouse motor, It sure would be nice to have one of those inground hoists, No crawling around.Your truck looked good before you started ripping it apart, I can't wait to see it finished.

Ang

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Yeah...as a matter of fact Slepy turn me on to a link on Craigslist...I emailed him couple days ago....He finallly replyed....theres what looks like a complete 61 at a nearby wrecking yard.

Gonna check it out soon...hopefully still there....

John

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Thanks, Ang.....

I enjoy my two-post very much !!!

Well, the look wont change much.....gonna re-paint with the real stuff (primer/Blitz)...and paint more of the roof white.

Thats about it......

I can't wait to see it finished too !!!! :metal:

Have a good day guys...I'm off to the shop......

John

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hey i really like the work your doin. keep it up. cant wait to see er finished.
John

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Sweeeeeeet !!! great job

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Nice job John! I'm gonna have to hire you one of these days!

It's funny, the guy I bought my truck off of did the same thing with the coils, it's one of my many projects I'll have to take care of.

Thanks for keep us updated! Great photo's!

Ray

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looks good so your also part of the drum brake club!! ha ha

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ha ha thats cute!!!!!!! someone thinks their clever!!!

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I'll vote for it!!!

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62shortstep I PM'd you.

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Thanks to ALL here for the compliments !!!!!

Here is a few from this evening......

I must of welded up....no joke...35-40 holes in the engine compartment....

I'm not trying to go show, just cleaning up some un-used holes. I also need a new grommet for the clutch rod....when I got the truck, it had major exhaust leaks, so it was extremely noise in the truck....Now it will all be nice. My kids love the truck, so I don't need any 'fumes' in the cab !!

Few pics....

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(I knew I should of worn my hat....so thats what the wife been making fun of !!:rolleyes: )
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....there isn't really time right now for body-off, so I just have to make the best of it....1st coat of primer/satin
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BEFORE.......
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AFTER.....
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John

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So what's that little thing floating in the engine bay ???

Oh thats the BEEFY master cylinder !!!:crazy:

That single line crap has got to go soon.....All my rubber lines were changed as well as the wheel-cylinders...for now...that will have to do.

Yes...I am part of the Drum Brake CLUB !!!! :metal:

John

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I wish I had the resources to do all the stuff your doing.

Awesome work man, keep up the good work, can't wait to see it finished. The Chief is an inspiration.

So are you going to thread your rocker studs? I wouldn't think it would be necessary, but I probably would do it just for peace of mind, but I don't know what i'm talking about, lol.

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I am thinking about it......Thanks again

John