03-06-2012, 01:39 PM | #76 |
The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy....
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Apache Junction, Arizona
Posts: 1,306
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
What is the deal of the tail end of the frame being boxed up like that,
Did I miss that along the way? Just curious.
__________________
Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac |
03-06-2012, 02:04 PM | #77 |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dawson, Ga
Posts: 507
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Nice Build, I subscribed!!!!
|
03-06-2012, 02:12 PM | #78 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
The reason behind doing this was to strengthen that area for the tank straps to hang from and not to mention a little more safe as an extra bumper in the event I get rear ended. Cheers, Ed.
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
|
03-06-2012, 02:14 PM | #79 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Thanks,Im glad to see you on board !
Cheers, Ed.
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
03-06-2012, 03:18 PM | #80 | |
The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy....
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Apache Junction, Arizona
Posts: 1,306
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
Just checked and yup, I looked at it and missed it at the same time. Completely understand... I am using a stock 66 suburban tank and also the tank behind the seat on my 66 build. Wired it up with a 79 dual tank wiring harness and set the switch just under the seat in the center so I can keep the stock look everywhere and still reach it. I want to be able to drive as far as possible between fill ups. Like my work truck, it beats me up when I fill it but I fill it 1-2 times a month. Like this mornings fill up...
__________________
Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac |
|
03-06-2012, 04:39 PM | #81 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
|
03-06-2012, 05:24 PM | #82 | |
The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy....
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Apache Junction, Arizona
Posts: 1,306
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
2 full tanks and my 3rd reserve tank in the bed. The 66 has 20+ gallons behind the seat and another 20+ in the suburban tank. Probably be able to squeeze 41 gallons into it so it's nothing like the old work mules 3 bottomless tanks.. But it will still be over $150 to fillerup... The thing is, I should have an easy 700 mile range from her. I'm not even considering fuel economy in the pro-street project. Are you grafting in a fuel door on the bedside or doing the bed floor door?
__________________
Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac |
|
03-06-2012, 05:44 PM | #83 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
I lowered the truck 3" and may go more,so the other options wouldn't have worked well for me being 6'5". I cant wait for my first time at the gas station ! Some of the old timers wondering why I'm pouring fuel down that hole,should be good for a few chuckles !
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
|
03-06-2012, 06:58 PM | #84 | |
The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy....
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Apache Junction, Arizona
Posts: 1,306
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
I was thinking about putting the fill neck behind the drivers tail light. Never seen this done on a truck but I think 56 chevys were like that.. not sure.
__________________
Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac |
|
03-06-2012, 07:48 PM | #85 |
But Found Her 25yrs Later!
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Posts: 10,527
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Great idea on the stake hole for the filler.
__________________
I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035 |
03-06-2012, 11:51 PM | #86 | |
Senior Enthusiast
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Posts: 8,356
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
I really like the stake pocket fill, it's clever, convenient and will no doubt raise a few eyebrows.
__________________
My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502 |
|
03-07-2012, 12:36 AM | #87 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
I can thank John Fabris ..,founding member of this site for giving me the idea,he did this on his 67 c10,brilliant idea.
I may have been the first to do it here for this model series....that will be good for the guys on this site building these year trucks. I will be posting some pics of this in the next couple weeks,Ill get some closeups and be as thorough as I can to help anyone who wants to do the same.I have it down to a science now !
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
03-07-2012, 12:43 AM | #88 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 405
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
I love your stake pocket fuel filler! Your progress is looking killer and is moving along great! Keep it up!
__________________
C@rnut001 (Owen) Alaskan Members Check In http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...22#post5094422 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...18#post6778618 |
03-07-2012, 03:15 PM | #89 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Soooooooo,onto the interior,the ideas I'v had over many months will be put to the test now.
You will notice the fresh primer at the transmission tunnel...,well it has now been replaced !Originally this was a standard floor shift tunnel,I changed it out to an automatic hump from another '65.Sorry folks...no pics of that,but pretty strait forward anyway. I decided to go with the Vintage air compac unit as its small and fits well under the dash.So while the glove compartment lid was removed,I did a final fit and location and my buddy Tyler welded in all mounting brackets.I wanted to make the unit hidden,so It mounted much higher than most I have seen. In the meantime,I drilled the new hole for the wiring harness at the firewall.I first traced a line around the outside of the inner fender so my location was exact.You will notice two fasteners to the right of the hole,that is the updated e-brake system out of an early 80's Chev pu.Not a fan of the hand release style,so I opted for this. I wanted to relocate the gas pedal,so I made a mounting block that fits in the v groove of the steering column boss and Tyler welded it into place.I also modified the brake arm,it has now been moved to the left to accommodate the new gas pedal location You will notice the dash at the heater control area was modified earlier on.To do this,I cut a dummy panel out of a wreck,and had it welded in place.Now both right and left sides of the center dash are the same where the air louvers are installed. Next the ashtray was cut out.Tyler made up a panel for the new air/heater control on the bead roller and welded it into place.The glove compartment also shaved and welded in place ! I always thought the bottom of the dash on these trucks looked unfinished,so I came up with and idea some time ago and figured I give it a try.I had Tyler "tack it on only",that way If my idea sucked,it could easily be removed.
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 Last edited by lenguini; 03-07-2012 at 03:23 PM. Reason: spell |
03-07-2012, 03:31 PM | #90 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Gilbert, Arizona
Posts: 47
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Nice build!! Ive been looking for a auto tilt steering colum for my truck, what did youuse for yours
__________________
1962 Chevrolet S/B Fleet side Engine: 283 Transmission: 3 speed manual 2 do list !!!!!! Frame off-2 1/2" front , 4" rear Rebuild engine (or find a 327), 700R4 Trans, relocate gas tank, Bed wood |
03-07-2012, 03:56 PM | #91 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
In between the interior mod's,we went to the back of the box.I decided to put my gas fill at the rear stake pocket.It was a lot of measuring and bending to get it right.I used the original cross sill for a template,so it would be a one time effort when my new Mar-k one arrives.
Multiple cuts were made,until I got the opening for the filler tube just right ! I will once again stress,keep your old cross sill for a template,you dont want to use the new one for this.All fuel tanks,their locations and fabricating will be different by the time you get to this step. Be patient,the finished project is well worth the time,Im so glad I went this direction. As I had mentioned in earlier in this thread....."I cant wait for my first time at the gas station "! The looks Ill get when I pour gas into the stake hole will be priceless !
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
03-07-2012, 04:11 PM | #92 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
Trust that what you get on this site will be exactly what they say it is.Good folks here !! Cheers, Ed.
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
|
03-07-2012, 04:51 PM | #93 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dawson, Ga
Posts: 507
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
Truck looks great |
|
03-07-2012, 04:52 PM | #94 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Dash finished ! I'm tickled the way the extension looks,its a keeper ! The tack's disappeared into a nice long bead.
See !...Tyler like's it too ! Hey Tyler ! (no this is not a cereal commercial)
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
03-07-2012, 08:06 PM | #95 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Keller TX
Posts: 836
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Nice truck , but I think I will send you 15 bucks for a hair cut Ed LMAO ... Looks great but I have to say man on man I am glad I started with a rust free AZ truck.
As for static discharge, it's super common out here due to lack of moisture ( yea its a dry heat.. 113F is hot any way you cut it) but local guy was working on his holley carb. ANd ended up buring his face very bad as the small amount of vapor exploded. Cell phones can cause it as well. for what ever reason .
__________________
62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG |
03-07-2012, 08:55 PM | #96 | |
The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy....
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Apache Junction, Arizona
Posts: 1,306
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
I saw it on T.V. and now I don't turn off my cell when pulling into a station any longer.
__________________
Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac |
|
03-07-2012, 09:40 PM | #97 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Kelowna B.C.
Posts: 743
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Quote:
__________________
Always a place in my heart for old Chevy trucks: My build thread-project truck dream 65" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=510863 |
|
03-08-2012, 10:16 AM | #98 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Keller TX
Posts: 836
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
Funny we have signs on every fuel pump our here that states no cell use at pump??? I can tell you that I get shocks when I get out my vehicle all the time.
__________________
62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG |
03-08-2012, 10:18 AM | #99 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Keller TX
Posts: 836
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
LOL just messin with ya, down here I cut my hair REAL short too hot.. Here is a pic of me and the ole lady . That was a bike we built for a give away raffle...
__________________
62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG |
03-08-2012, 12:17 PM | #100 |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dawson, Ga
Posts: 507
|
Re: Project truck dream 65"
That dash extension really looks great, truck is coming along nicely!!!!!
|
Bookmarks |
|
|