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powell72 · 03-02-2010, 09:32 PM

Nate, I'm dying to see your new plates, but for some reason for the last couple of weeks your pics won't show up on our computer???

I've had the same plate issues, I ran without a front plate on my truck for a couple years until I got my '72 plates and never got pulled over. A few years ago I had a hammered bright red '99 Sonoma without a front plate (because I didn't want to drill holes) and I got pulled over all the time for it. It also chapped the police that the rear plate was in the back window, it had a smooth roll pan.

72BlckButy · 03-02-2010, 09:42 PM

Bummer Chris... I'm not sure if I'm doing something different. I don't believe I am, but I'll look into it. My camera settings are the same as they were, and I'm loading the pics up to the board from the 'advanced' side of my posts.

I can understand why the LEO's want to see the plates, but...

**lolife99** · 03-02-2010, 09:46 PM

I can still see your pics Nate.
Do you use Photobucket?
My work blocks Photobucket,... so I miss alot of pics when I'm on the board at work.
Chris,... maybe your internet provider has some type of new filter.

72BlckButy · 03-02-2010, 09:57 PM

Nope, not using Photobucket, just uploading the pics to the site. I was wondering if his IP had changed; I have the same issue viewing pics uploaded to photobucket at work as well.

brn agn · 03-02-2010, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Never walked away with a ticket, but did get to know several of the local PD and Hwy Patrol on a first name basis.

Ha, ha! You and I probably met the same people! I never got a ticket either, but it really ticked off some officers.

powell72 · 03-02-2010, 09:59 PM

I don't know what the deal is, it's just Nate's pics and a select few others. I can see Photobucket pics just fine. Nates pics come up as a question mark, and come to think of it, so do all the smiley faces??? I'll have to ask the wife, she's WAY more computer literate than I am.
Sorry Nate, I don't mean to get off course on your thread.

70k52wd · 03-03-2010, 04:02 PM

Powell are you on dial up? If so, do you have an accelerator program? If you use one, left click onto pic, scroll to; refresh page to full image quality. Just a stab in the dark.

Nate, I wanted to photochop it with your color, I ran out of time...I ran that tag on a sweet 70's muscle car I once had, never once was pulled over for it, other infractions maybe

, but not for my tag. And yes, I am SPOILED...

powell72 · 03-03-2010, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70k52wd

Powell are you on dial up?

No, wireless at home, I'm at work right now on dial up and can see the pics just fine here.
Nate, I"m diggin' the new plate, can't wait to see what you come up with for the front.

BTW, I'm assuming that's your wife's Trailblazer in the garage, which is funny, because it looks just like my garage, a shorty with a 4/6 and the wife's Trailblazer next to it.

tommyd241 · 03-31-2010, 12:50 AM

Beautiful truck!

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by tommyd241

Beautiful truck!

Thanks tommyd241! It's been a labor of love...

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 10:36 PM

Well guys, this has been a long time coming....

Thanks to a few good men (they know who they are), a local tire shop, and most importantly, a very understanding and loving wife, we were able to turn my dream into a reality.

Back in January of '09 I bought a clean '69 C/10 that looked like this:

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Then with the help of lolife99, during August '09 we were able to drop the truck using fantastic products offered by ECE. We ended up installing a 4.5/6" drop with 6-lug disc brake upgrade.

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After a ton of deliberation, pm's, phone calls, and all-out ulcers (mostly felt by me

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72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 10:36 PM

Here's a break down of the pictures above:

Before the drop:
Driver's Side Front: 33 1/2"
Driver's Side Rear: 33"
Passenger Side Front: 33 1/4"
Passenger Side Rear: 32 7/8"

After the drop:
Driver's Side Front: 28"
Driver's Side Rear: 29"
Passenger Side Front: 28 1/4"
Passenger Side Rear: 28 3/4"

After the new wheels (4/3/10):
Driver's Side Front: 28 7/16""
Driver's Side Rear: 29 5/16"
Passenger Side Front: 28 1/2"
Passenger Side Rear: 29 5/16"

These measurements were taken on our driveway which might not be 100% level, but far better than the garage floor.

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 10:41 PM

Here was my inspiration from a PS done by desertrat:

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And the end result:

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brn agn · 04-03-2010, 10:44 PM

It just gets better and better! Great job Nate! The important question is, "do you like it?".

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 10:47 PM

I couldn't be happier... I haven't stopped grinning since.

We took it for a spin today and the ride was just as good as before. I was a little concerned with the sidewall difference, but after backing out the driveway, all my reservations went away. Even my FIL, with a bad back, couldn't believe it.

**lolife99** · 04-03-2010, 10:51 PM

Looks sweet!

You better give out the wheel and tire specs,... people will want to know.

tommyd241 · 04-03-2010, 10:59 PM

Yeah man. Let the cat out of the bag. They are some nice looking wheels. They are 6-lug right?

tcb-1 · 04-03-2010, 11:02 PM

and you didn't call me first? Nato, I'm disappointed in you.

but on the other hand, SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!

you need to kiss the wifee's butt for a LOOONG time now!

and 6 lug to boot. you suck!

*highperf4x4* · 04-03-2010, 11:04 PM

I LIKE IT BROTHER!!!!!!!

Update your avatar!

**Hart_Rod** · 04-03-2010, 11:07 PM

Nice!!!!

GRIMSS · 04-03-2010, 11:07 PM

Very nice Nate. Can't wait to see it at the lake with the new shoes.

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 11:18 PM

'69 CST-10 "Blank Slate" Wheel/Tire Specs:

Billet Specialties Vintec's
Front: 20x8.5" w/ 5.5" BS
- Center Bore: 3.430
- Bolt Pattern: 6 on 5.5"
Rear: 20x10" w/ 4.75" BS
- Center Bore: 4.250 (due to the center hub on the rear axle of my '69 [meas. 3.5"; BS only offered 3.43])
- Bolt Pattern: 6 on 5.5"

Toyo Proxes S/T ii's
Front: 255/40-20
Rear: 295/40-20

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Looks sweet!

You better give out the wheel and tire specs,... people will want to know.

Yep... I was still working on that, and making sure I had them right, as we know figures run wild on the board.

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommyd241

Yeah man. Let the cat out of the bag. They are some nice looking wheels. They are 6-lug right?

Thanks, and yes they are 6-lug

Quote:

Originally Posted by tcb-1

and you didn't call me first? Nato, I'm disappointed in you.

but on the other hand, SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!

you need to kiss the wifee's butt for a LOOONG time now!

and 6 lug to boot. you suck!

Needless to say I've had to break out the chapstick for my chapped lips.

Yeah, didn't keep you posted on this one but you're my go to for my other project still at hand.

Quote:

Originally Posted by highperf4x4

I LIKE IT BROTHER!!!!!!!

Update your avatar!

Will do Travis, and thanks. We need to get you over to the MO side for one of the great shows.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Nice!!!!

Thanks Rob!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GRIMSS

Very nice Nate. Can't wait to see it at the lake with the new shoes.

Thanks Jared! I was kind of hoping to let the cat out of the bag at the show, but I just couldn't contain myself, or hide it from my FIL any longer.

tcb-1 · 04-03-2010, 11:26 PM

I could just see the father in law's eye light up!

again, happy for you, my brother. hope to see ya for the swap meet in a few.....

72BlckButy · 04-03-2010, 11:27 PM

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03-02-2010, 09:32 PM	#351
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Project: Blank Slate Nate, I'm dying to see your new plates, but for some reason for the last couple of weeks your pics won't show up on our computer??? I've had the same plate issues, I ran without a front plate on my truck for a couple years until I got my '72 plates and never got pulled over. A few years ago I had a hammered bright red '99 Sonoma without a front plate (because I didn't want to drill holes) and I got pulled over all the time for it. It also chapped the police that the rear plate was in the back window, it had a smooth roll pan. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

03-02-2010, 09:42 PM	#352
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Bummer Chris... I'm not sure if I'm doing something different. I don't believe I am, but I'll look into it. My camera settings are the same as they were, and I'm loading the pics up to the board from the 'advanced' side of my posts. I can understand why the LEO's want to see the plates, but... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 03-02-2010 at 09:43 PM.

03-02-2010, 09:46 PM	#353
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,685	Re: Project: Blank Slate I can still see your pics Nate. Do you use Photobucket? My work blocks Photobucket,... so I miss alot of pics when I'm on the board at work. Chris,... maybe your internet provider has some type of new filter. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

03-02-2010, 09:57 PM	#354
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Nope, not using Photobucket, just uploading the pics to the site. I was wondering if his IP had changed; I have the same issue viewing pics uploaded to photobucket at work as well. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-02-2010, 09:59 PM	#356
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Project: Blank Slate I don't know what the deal is, it's just Nate's pics and a select few others. I can see Photobucket pics just fine. Nates pics come up as a question mark, and come to think of it, so do all the smiley faces??? I'll have to ask the wife, she's WAY more computer literate than I am. Sorry Nate, I don't mean to get off course on your thread. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

03-03-2010, 04:02 PM	#357
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project: Blank Slate Powell are you on dial up? If so, do you have an accelerator program? If you use one, left click onto pic, scroll to; refresh page to full image quality. Just a stab in the dark. Nate, I wanted to photochop it with your color, I ran out of time...I ran that tag on a sweet 70's muscle car I once had, never once was pulled over for it, other infractions maybe, but not for my tag. And yes, I am SPOILED...

03-31-2010, 12:50 AM	#359
tommyd241 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: 505 Posts: 447	Re: Project: Blank Slate Beautiful truck! __________________ '68 SWB Fleetside '98 K1500 Silverado

04-03-2010, 10:36 PM	#361
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Well guys, this has been a long time coming.... Thanks to a few good men (they know who they are), a local tire shop, and most importantly, a very understanding and loving wife, we were able to turn my dream into a reality. Back in January of '09 I bought a clean '69 C/10 that looked like this: Then with the help of lolife99, during August '09 we were able to drop the truck using fantastic products offered by ECE. We ended up installing a 4.5/6" drop with 6-lug disc brake upgrade. After a ton of deliberation, pm's, phone calls, and all-out ulcers (mostly felt by me ), we finally pulled the trigger and the rest is history. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-03-2010, 10:36 PM	#362
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Here's a break down of the pictures above: Before the drop: Driver's Side Front: 33 1/2" Driver's Side Rear: 33" Passenger Side Front: 33 1/4" Passenger Side Rear: 32 7/8" After the drop: Driver's Side Front: 28" Driver's Side Rear: 29" Passenger Side Front: 28 1/4" Passenger Side Rear: 28 3/4" After the new wheels (4/3/10): Driver's Side Front: 28 7/16"" Driver's Side Rear: 29 5/16" Passenger Side Front: 28 1/2" Passenger Side Rear: 29 5/16" These measurements were taken on our driveway which might not be 100% level, but far better than the garage floor. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 04-03-2010 at 10:37 PM.

04-03-2010, 10:41 PM	#363
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Here was my inspiration from a PS done by desertrat: And the end result: __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-03-2010, 10:44 PM	#364
brn agn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Youngsville, NC Posts: 952	Re: Project: Blank Slate It just gets better and better! Great job Nate! The important question is, "do you like it?". __________________ 1969 C10 SWB Project Charity Case AKA "Roscoe" 1971 Cheyenne Super A Combined Effort The Service Station-A practical ministry for those in need

04-03-2010, 10:47 PM	#365
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate I couldn't be happier... I haven't stopped grinning since. We took it for a spin today and the ride was just as good as before. I was a little concerned with the sidewall difference, but after backing out the driveway, all my reservations went away. Even my FIL, with a bad back, couldn't believe it. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-03-2010, 10:51 PM	#366
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,685	Re: Project: Blank Slate Looks sweet! You better give out the wheel and tire specs,... people will want to know. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

04-03-2010, 10:59 PM	#367
tommyd241 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: 505 Posts: 447	Re: Project: Blank Slate Yeah man. Let the cat out of the bag. They are some nice looking wheels. They are 6-lug right? __________________ '68 SWB Fleetside '98 K1500 Silverado

04-03-2010, 11:02 PM	#368
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Project: Blank Slate and you didn't call me first? Nato, I'm disappointed in you. but on the other hand, SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!! you need to kiss the wifee's butt for a LOOONG time now! and 6 lug to boot. you suck! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson Last edited by tcb-1; 04-03-2010 at 11:04 PM.



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04-03-2010, 11:04 PM	#369
highperf4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 4,709	Re: Project: Blank Slate I LIKE IT BROTHER!!!!!!! Update your avatar!

04-03-2010, 11:07 PM	#370
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,835	Re: Project: Blank Slate Nice!!!! __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

04-03-2010, 11:07 PM	#371
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: Project: Blank Slate Very nice Nate. Can't wait to see it at the lake with the new shoes. __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

04-03-2010, 11:18 PM	#372
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate '69 CST-10 "Blank Slate" Wheel/Tire Specs: Billet Specialties Vintec's Front: 20x8.5" w/ 5.5" BS - Center Bore: 3.430 - Bolt Pattern: 6 on 5.5" Rear: 20x10" w/ 4.75" BS - Center Bore: 4.250 (due to the center hub on the rear axle of my '69 [meas. 3.5"; BS only offered 3.43]) - Bolt Pattern: 6 on 5.5" Toyo Proxes S/T ii's Front: 255/40-20 Rear: 295/40-20 __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-03-2010, 11:26 PM	#374
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Project: Blank Slate I could just see the father in law's eye light up! again, happy for you, my brother. hope to see ya for the swap meet in a few..... __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

04-03-2010, 11:27 PM	#375
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Blank Slate Here's some other progress pics as time went on... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

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