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TennesseeZ · 03-03-2012, 08:20 PM

Drew are you still planning to have it at the Spring Grand Rod Run in Pigeon Forge?

I'm hoping to be able to make it, meet you and drool on your DrewCab, work permitting.............

drewskiren · 03-07-2012, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TennesseeZ

Drew are you still planning to have it at the Spring Grand Rod Run in Pigeon Forge?

I'm hoping to be able to make it, meet you and drool on your DrewCab, work permitting.............

It's not looking good for the spring show. I think I have bitten off more than I can chew with my house remodel.

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TennesseeZ · 03-07-2012, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

It's not looking good for the spring show. I think I have bitten off more than I can chew with my house remodel.

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I hear ya Drew, first things first!

VA72C10 · 03-07-2012, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

It's not looking good for the spring show. I think I have bitten off more than I can chew with my house remodel.

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You should go anyways...you'd win best "under construction" hands down...and it would be poetic

72BlckButy · 03-07-2012, 10:02 PM

Absolutely love the remodel!

Geo4K · 03-11-2012, 01:18 PM

What an entertaining build! I read the entire thread last night after stumbling upon it from another forum - I feel a little tired right now, but I couldn't stop myself. I had to register just to say this - which worked out fine as I was looking for a good Chevy truck forum anyways. Love how the entire family is involved in cars, etc. Looks to me that you have a mighty fine life. I'm sure you've earned it. Great work and I just subscribed, Maestro!

George

**thelonerife** · 03-11-2012, 02:45 PM

Wow Drew, from one big project to a bigger one. You have a lot of energy. Like the energizer bunny. Great job on both btw.

scotts72heavyhalf · 03-14-2012, 06:29 PM

Any updates?

drewskiren · 03-17-2012, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by scotts72heavyhalf

Any updates?

Yes.
The rear brackets are made and bumper is on along with the trailer hitch. I still need to add angled bumper brackets to beef it up even more, but no time now.
Notice how the previous owner made a space for his trailer lights plug. Quality work there buddy.

drewskiren · 03-17-2012, 01:05 AM

I also had time tonight to start the rear door quarter windows. I'll mock it up and make a cardboard template and get the glass made. I tweaked the angle as much as I could, but couldn't quite get it parallel to the rear of the door frame.

notsolo · 03-17-2012, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

I also had time tonight to start the rear door quarter windows. I'll mock it up and make a cardboard template and get the glass made. I tweaked the angle as much as I could, but couldn't quite get it parallel to the rear of the door frame.

Hey Drew So you could'nt make a 1 piece window for the 3rd door.

70LonghornCST · 03-17-2012, 01:11 AM

Nice, Drew. Somehow, I think you will find a way to perfect them. You always seem to work 'the magic!'
-Richard

drewskiren · 03-17-2012, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 70LonghornCST

Nice, Drew. Somehow, I think you will find a way to perfect them. You always seem to work 'the magic!'
-Richard

I need to section the roof and lean the cab back forward about 7 degrees, weld it all back up, bondo and paint. Nuthin to it but to do it!

I think I'll pass.

70LonghornCST · 03-17-2012, 01:22 AM

Couldn't you just use a floor jack and under the A-arm and jack it up a bit?

drewskiren · 03-17-2012, 12:40 PM

Antique car plates installed!

I used a flip down tag holder so I could access the receiver hitch. I'll probably leave the receiver in at all times which will be my version of red light camera "photo blocker".

Mr Pops · 03-17-2012, 02:36 PM

That looks really good!

68 TT · 03-18-2012, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

Antique car plates installed!

I used a flip down tag holder so I could access the receiver hitch. I'll probably leave the receiver in at all times which will be my version of red light camera "photo blocker".

The cops up here didn't like it when I did that. You might be able to get away with it but it gives them a valid reason to pull you over.

**Dieselwrencher** · 03-18-2012, 12:35 AM

Great work Drew! On my crew I'm going to try to put the fixed piece of glass in front instead of the back but we'll see.

kvn1011 · 03-18-2012, 01:30 PM

Looks great!! Have you thought of making the back windows a one piece? You could easily create the illusion of having a split window as well!!

If there were a poll for truck of the year, You would have my vote! Remarkable work!!!!

drewskiren · 03-18-2012, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kvn1011

Looks great!! Have you thought of making the back windows a one piece? You could easily create the illusion of having a split window as well!!

If there were a poll for truck of the year, You would have my vote! Remarkable work!!!!

See post 2994 above.

Thanks for loving my truck.

drewskiren · 03-18-2012, 10:46 PM

Started tackling the concealed dash panel mount. I need a piece of flat thick plexiglass and weld some studs to the back of this metal to mount it. I will probably cover this in leather.

jeffg1010 · 03-18-2012, 10:51 PM

You just passed the 3000th post mark... Woohoo!

drewskiren · 03-18-2012, 11:02 PM

And 382,000 views!

I'd like to think it's my writing, but I know it's just the crew cab.

jbclassix · 03-18-2012, 11:07 PM

Hey Drew, how are the clearance issues gonna be behind that gauge cluster?

Just throwin' it out there, what about using another glove box door, notching it to clear the steering column, and having a hidden cluster on the left side? you could make it removeable.

drewskiren · 03-18-2012, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

Hey Drew, how are the clearance issues gonna be behind that gauge cluster?

Just throwin' it out there, what about using another glove box door, notching it to clear the steering column, and having a hidden cluster on the left side? you could make it removeable.

Remarkably it fits just fine on the glove box side. I just want it as backup and for the message center that tells me tons of info on whats going on with the truck. I really want to see the factory 1972 cluster for looks sake.

03-03-2012, 08:20 PM	#1
TennesseeZ Countdown Survivor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bean Station, East Tennessee Posts: 9,676	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Drew are you still planning to have it at the Spring Grand Rod Run in Pigeon Forge? I'm hoping to be able to make it, meet you and drool on your DrewCab, work permitting............. __________________ 93 Yukon 89 Silverado Z71 SWB Sport 91 K 2500 Silverado "Lobuk-Worktruk" A MAN OF HONOR DOES NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL, NOR TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO. Gettin' old ain't for sissies.

03-07-2012, 10:02 PM	#5
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03-11-2012, 01:18 PM	#6
Geo4K Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: ABQ NM Posts: 2	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. What an entertaining build! I read the entire thread last night after stumbling upon it from another forum - I feel a little tired right now, but I couldn't stop myself. I had to register just to say this - which worked out fine as I was looking for a good Chevy truck forum anyways. Love how the entire family is involved in cars, etc. Looks to me that you have a mighty fine life. I'm sure you've earned it. Great work and I just subscribed, Maestro! George

03-11-2012, 02:45 PM	#7
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Wow Drew, from one big project to a bigger one. You have a lot of energy. Like the energizer bunny. Great job on both btw. __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

03-14-2012, 06:29 PM	#8
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03-17-2012, 01:05 AM	#10
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I also had time tonight to start the rear door quarter windows. I'll mock it up and make a cardboard template and get the glass made. I tweaked the angle as much as I could, but couldn't quite get it parallel to the rear of the door frame. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 03-17-2012 at 01:21 PM.

03-17-2012, 01:11 AM	#12
70LonghornCST Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 5,775	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Nice, Drew. Somehow, I think you will find a way to perfect them. You always seem to work 'the magic!' -Richard __________________ 2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn Bucket Seats Shoulder Belts Front Tow Hooks Factory Air Factory Speedwarning, Tach & Vaccum Factory Tilt CST Package AM/FM Radio Bumper Guards Richard 70 Longhorn CST Build Adding an AM/FM Decal

03-17-2012, 01:22 AM	#14
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03-17-2012, 12:40 PM	#15
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Antique car plates installed! I used a flip down tag holder so I could access the receiver hitch. I'll probably leave the receiver in at all times which will be my version of red light camera "photo blocker". Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

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03-18-2012, 12:35 AM	#18
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03-18-2012, 10:46 PM	#21
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Started tackling the concealed dash panel mount. I need a piece of flat thick plexiglass and weld some studs to the back of this metal to mount it. I will probably cover this in leather. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

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drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. And 382,000 views! I'd like to think it's my writing, but I know it's just the crew cab. __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!



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