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72c20customcamper · 04-07-2019, 02:58 PM

Got the transmission back. But there is a problem with the converter. It will not fully seat. Has me stumped never had this problem . So I'm bringing to the shop to let them figure it out. I got the converter from them as part of the rebuild. But I did manage to get the trans crossmember out. What a *****. Ended up grinding and drilling out the rivets that hold the wings on. Really see no reason for them but I'll just bolt them back in place. The crossmember was in remarkably good shape.

**zicc1835** · 04-07-2019, 09:14 PM

what I did with it, today

this truck sits in my garage all winter used it today to take advantage of the Home Depot sale on mulch....spring has sprung

rjs53 · 04-07-2019, 09:25 PM

Got the inside of the cab cleaned up. Wiped all the dust and spills from painting and it sitting in the garage for a year during work. Then laid the carpet.

Greasey Harley · 04-07-2019, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

what I did with it, today

this truck sits in my garage all winter used it today to take advantage of the Home Depot sale on mulch....spring has sprung

I bought 24 bags of red @ 2 bucks a bag

Great deal!

Got my truck out for the first time this year too.
Spring has sprung indeed !!!!!!

**Boog** · 04-07-2019, 09:43 PM

This reminds me. My sister told me be careful of handling bags of mulch and potting soil. Someone she knows found a snake and eggs in a bag that had either a hole in it or had been previously opened.

**zicc1835** · 04-07-2019, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Boog

This reminds me. My sister told me be careful of handling bags of mulch and potting soil. Someone she knows found a snake and eggs in a bag that had either a hole in it or had been previously opened.

thats good advice ....getts nice and warm in them bags....

cornerstone · 04-07-2019, 09:52 PM

Had to buy a new tool

. Astro 1442 Riv-Nut tool. This thing will come in handy! Installed my high hump.

**Thrill4130** · 04-07-2019, 10:06 PM

Went to get knobs but left with manual column and the whole dash. Pumped on cluster with no cracks and throttle knob. Also, put two windows in the camper shell. Need to finish before car show next weekend.
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**zicc1835** · 04-07-2019, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Thrill4130

Went to get knobs but left with manual column and the whole dash. Pumped on cluster with no cracks and throttle knob. Also, put two windows in the camper shell. Need to finish before car show next weekend.
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that topper has really turned out nice.....real craftsmanship there..

**Thrill4130** · 04-07-2019, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

that topper has really turned out nice.....real craftsmanship there..

Thanks it’s been a fun learning lesson.
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**nlped** · 04-08-2019, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by cornerstone

Had to buy a new tool

. Astro 1442 Riv-Nut tool. This thing will come in handy! Installed my high hump.

After seeing your post, I ordered one of these too. I told my wife it was your fault.

72c20customcamper · 04-08-2019, 07:31 PM

New master cylinder on the 68 and adjusted the brakes. New motor mounts on the 72. Transmission guy called the trans is all ready to go. He had to change the front bearing again now the converter slides right in .

**SoCoC10** · 04-11-2019, 12:08 PM

Dash installation is complete on the 71 K10 Cheyenne. New Saddle dash pad, new cluster housing, new heater ducting, new steering wheel. Factory tilt column cleaned up nicely. Doors are next, then carpet and I'll finally get the Truck World Super Saddle seat in it. Can't wait

**3757chevy** · 04-08-2019, 02:08 AM

Topper Turned out real nice.

Redneck Rydes · 04-08-2019, 06:32 AM

Wow, great job on that!

Metaldoc · 04-08-2019, 05:48 PM

New shifter for the 5 speed. Looks more 1967. I'm thinking it needs more character, maybe some sweeping bends.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-13-2019, 07:18 PM

Got the front part of the frame cleaned and painted. First coat, still need to remove the steering box and idler arm and paint behind them.

**zicc1835** · 04-21-2019, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

Got the front part of the frame cleaned and painted. First coat, still need to remove the steering box and idler arm and paint behind them.

I cant tell from the pictures is your exhaust tucked up in the frame ?

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-22-2019, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

I cant tell from the pictures is your exhaust tucked up in the frame ?

Yes. I don't have a pic from the side but it is approximately even with the bottom of the frame rail, you can see the headers a little bit though.

gmc1969custom · 04-22-2019, 11:46 AM

Put some on new Tires and painted my steels a nice bright white.

**zicc1835** · 04-22-2019, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by gmc1969custom

Put some on new Tires and painted my steels a nice bright white.

those are beautiful

**zicc1835** · 04-22-2019, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

Yes. I don't have a pic from the side but it is approximately even with the bottom of the frame rail, you can see the headers a little bit though.

thanks for the reply what brand headers do you have a part # ?

**70STOVEBOLT** · 04-26-2019, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

thanks for the reply what brand headers do you have a part # ?

I keep missing your replies. Hedman 68190, for 68-72 Chevelle I painted them with Rustoleum high heat paint. Don't have the $$$$ for Jet Hot coating...

External · 04-13-2019, 08:00 PM

After putting the shroud and fan on and taking it off at least 5 times...
I finally got my truck upgraded to a fan clutch, closed coolant system, new 6 bladed fan, new raidaitor with new hoses and clamps! Also learned how to bend some new transmission cooling lines. Easier than I expected.
Very excited to put it all back together.

NoStopN · 04-14-2019, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Metaldoc

The small blue unit is my FM radio, blue tooth, sd card, usb, and 1/8" jack. It has uhf remote so I don't need to point the remote like infrared.

I'm afraid we're going to need more than just "the small blue unit".

Even zooming in I can't read the brand name on it.

04-07-2019, 02:58 PM	#1
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,283	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the transmission back. But there is a problem with the converter. It will not fully seat. Has me stumped never had this problem . So I'm bringing to the shop to let them figure it out. I got the converter from them as part of the rebuild. But I did manage to get the trans crossmember out. What a *****. Ended up grinding and drilling out the rivets that hold the wings on. Really see no reason for them but I'll just bolt them back in place. The crossmember was in remarkably good shape. Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

04-07-2019, 09:14 PM	#2
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,145	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter what I did with it, today this truck sits in my garage all winter used it today to take advantage of the Home Depot sale on mulch....spring has sprung Attached Images __________________ Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

04-07-2019, 09:25 PM	#3
rjs53 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: nevada Posts: 649	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the inside of the cab cleaned up. Wiped all the dust and spills from painting and it sitting in the garage for a year during work. Then laid the carpet. __________________ 2003 Dodge 2500 1969 C10 2014 Camaro SS/RS/1LE Last edited by rjs53; 04-07-2019 at 09:36 PM.

04-07-2019, 09:43 PM	#5
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,052	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter This reminds me. My sister told me be careful of handling bags of mulch and potting soil. Someone she knows found a snake and eggs in a bag that had either a hole in it or had been previously opened. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

04-07-2019, 09:52 PM	#7
cornerstone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Azle,Texas Posts: 2,248	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Had to buy a new tool. Astro 1442 Riv-Nut tool. This thing will come in handy! Installed my high hump. Attached Images __________________ Brian 1972 C10, "Loyd", LWB to SWB, 5.3, L83/6L80e, 4:11 Tru Trac, Air Ride, VA, DD, 20" Coys, 4 wheel disc, A quick LS swap turned into a 6 year frame off resto-mod.

04-07-2019, 10:06 PM	#8
Thrill4130 Active Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Stallion Springs, CA Posts: 190	Went to get knobs but left with manual column and the whole dash. Pumped on cluster with no cracks and throttle knob. Also, put two windows in the camper shell. Need to finish before car show next weekend. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

04-08-2019, 07:31 PM	#12
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,283	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New master cylinder on the 68 and adjusted the brakes. New motor mounts on the 72. Transmission guy called the trans is all ready to go. He had to change the front bearing again now the converter slides right in . __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

04-11-2019, 12:08 PM	#13
SoCoC10 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,164	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Dash installation is complete on the 71 K10 Cheyenne. New Saddle dash pad, new cluster housing, new heater ducting, new steering wheel. Factory tilt column cleaned up nicely. Doors are next, then carpet and I'll finally get the Truck World Super Saddle seat in it. Can't wait Attached Images __________________ 07' Extcab Silverado Z71 Silver Birch, 5.3L HO 71' Cheyenne C10 Hugger Orange on Saddle SWB Besides these two, too Many to count

04-08-2019, 02:08 AM	#14
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,896	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Topper Turned out real nice. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

04-08-2019, 06:32 AM	#15
Redneck Rydes Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Trenton,Ontario & South Carolina Posts: 755	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Wow, great job on that!

04-08-2019, 05:48 PM	#16
Metaldoc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Ayr Ontario Posts: 1,122	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New shifter for the 5 speed. Looks more 1967. I'm thinking it needs more character, maybe some sweeping bends. Attached Images __________________ Do it, Do it right, Do it right the first time

04-13-2019, 07:18 PM	#17
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the front part of the frame cleaned and painted. First coat, still need to remove the steering box and idler arm and paint behind them. Attached Images __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

04-22-2019, 11:46 AM	#20
gmc1969custom Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canton, TX Posts: 210	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put some on new Tires and painted my steels a nice bright white. Attached Images __________________ 1969 Custom w/Turquoise Interior. 75k miles, 350 Auto, (Almost) All Original

04-13-2019, 08:00 PM	#24
External Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Louisiana Posts: 185	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter After putting the shroud and fan on and taking it off at least 5 times... I finally got my truck upgraded to a fan clutch, closed coolant system, new 6 bladed fan, new raidaitor with new hoses and clamps! Also learned how to bend some new transmission cooling lines. Easier than I expected. Very excited to put it all back together. __________________ '72 Chevy Custom Deluxe Highlander. Med Olive/White 350/200 ps,pb and Air Conditioning!



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