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72freak · 04-14-2018, 09:04 PM

Got is first haul in today!

**3757chevy** · 04-21-2018, 11:34 PM

72freak · 05-05-2018, 06:36 AM

We are at about 500 miles. This thing runs great! Im so pleased with it so far. Shake down has only shown a few things and they were fixed immediately.
The third member it came with was noisy so I swapped it out with one in inventory and and an oil cooler line that was leaking was replaced. Today we plan on finishing off the stereo system to include the header speaker system and working on the gauges...factory and aftermarket. I look forward to seeing how the Speedhut speedo converter works!!

For any of you local Atlanta guys we will be at "Caffeine and Ferraris" (Octane) tomorrow morning and I plan on driving it with something strapped on its back.

72freak · 05-06-2018, 12:35 PM

Had some fun this morning at Caffeine and Octane. The old wedge found favor with the promoters of the event!! Look for it coming soon on Caffeine and Octane TV.

**3757chevy** · 05-06-2018, 11:34 PM

Cool!!

jkk · 05-07-2018, 01:21 AM

Very cool love it

72freak · 05-13-2018, 09:09 PM

Nothing to report this weekend. We are gathering parts for the AC and hunting new tires. I should have all the gauges finished next weekend.

72freak · 05-14-2018, 10:45 PM

Leonidas did about 160 miles round trip tonight. Hauled great!!

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-22-2018, 02:44 PM

Nice to see you using it and it's getting some coverage!

72freak · 05-27-2018, 09:53 AM

We spent the day working on the gauge wiring. Factory tach, fuel gauge, along with the others and mounted the speedometer box and started to wire it. Getting it ready for the Street Rod Nationals in Louisville.

72freak · 06-02-2018, 04:31 PM

Steering wheel and air horns today!!!

72freak · 06-03-2018, 07:29 PM

Stacked away

stsalvage · 04-07-2019, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

Stacked away

Nice shop I've been working on mine. I've got to see a lot of old-timers shops that used ways on how to save time space in their shops. I come across them Card file metal cabinets So I sorted all my bolts that I've collected over the 25 years being in the scrap and salvage business. I hang my wire above me all my water hoses are above me anything I can just tug on and pull the right length is best done that way I will get you a pic later In my shop Time is the Issue no need trying to find some that will take you 30 mins to find. Get projects done faster.

**3757chevy** · 06-02-2018, 09:26 PM

Cool steering wheel what's it out of?

72freak · 06-03-2018, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Cool steering wheel what's it out of?

15" Aftermarket 40 Ford Style. I use them on my hotrods.

**3757chevy** · 06-03-2018, 07:55 PM

Cool. Thanks, Nice stack.

72freak · 07-13-2018, 09:22 PM

Getting closer to Street Rod Nationals...Louisville here we come!! 4 new rear tires arrived today and the Vintage air kit is installed and working out well!!!
Checking out front suspension components tomorrow and then taking in in for an alignment.

rkn463 · 07-14-2018, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

Getting closer to Street Rod Nationals...Louisville here we come!! 4 new rear tires arrived today and the Vintage air kit is installed and working out well!!!
Checking out front suspension components tomorrow and then taking in in for an alignment.

Looking good! Which vintage air kit is that?

-Richard

72freak · 07-14-2018, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by rkn463

Looking good! Which vintage air kit is that?

-Richard

Compact 2. Its about the only thing I found that will actually fit. Even the under dash kits were too big due to the lack of room under the dash of these medium duties.

rkn463 · 07-15-2018, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

Compact 2. Its about the only thing I found that will actually fit. Even the under dash kits were too big due to the lack of room under the dash of these medium duties.

Thanks for the info, air conditioning is one of the things I want to add to my c50 once it is on the road. Room in the cab has been a concern I've had all along.

-Richard

RDrancher · 07-14-2018, 10:41 PM

Very cool build! You've got me eyeballin' all the old grain trucks around here.

**Clyde65** · 07-17-2018, 06:46 PM

Old Air Products has what you need, look them up!

rkn463 · 07-17-2018, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

You will loose all of your glove box.. Do NOT order the compact kit from Southern Air. It wont work.

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Originally Posted by Clyde65

Old Air Products has what you need, look them up!

Great info guys, thanks!

72freak · 07-19-2018, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by rkn463

Great info guys, thanks!

I have used Old Air too. Each company has their pros and cons. Actually had trouble with both the Vintage and Old systems and had to return one and have replacement parts for the other. Old Air customer service was lacking.

Remember to buy a small unit as there is no room under a medium duty. You will also have to delete your passenger air vent if you are going with this style.

72freak · 07-22-2018, 08:18 AM

We are finishing up the small things for our trip to Louisville to the Street Rod Nationals. I got the rear wheel simulators on, the one needed lower ball joint is going in today and an alignment will come this week. New tires all the way around, air horns hooked up, trans temp and back up fuel gauge wired and the bed extension and headache rack converted to bumper stop has been roughed in.

04-14-2018, 09:04 PM	#1
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Got is first haul in today! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

04-21-2018, 11:34 PM	#2
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,878	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! __________________ '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

05-05-2018, 06:36 AM	#3
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! We are at about 500 miles. This thing runs great! Im so pleased with it so far. Shake down has only shown a few things and they were fixed immediately. The third member it came with was noisy so I swapped it out with one in inventory and and an oil cooler line that was leaking was replaced. Today we plan on finishing off the stereo system to include the header speaker system and working on the gauges...factory and aftermarket. I look forward to seeing how the Speedhut speedo converter works!! For any of you local Atlanta guys we will be at "Caffeine and Ferraris" (Octane) tomorrow morning and I plan on driving it with something strapped on its back. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

05-06-2018, 12:35 PM	#4
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Had some fun this morning at Caffeine and Octane. The old wedge found favor with the promoters of the event!! Look for it coming soon on Caffeine and Octane TV. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

05-06-2018, 11:34 PM	#5
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,878	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Cool!! __________________ '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

05-07-2018, 01:21 AM	#6
jkk Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 423	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Very cool love it

05-13-2018, 09:09 PM	#7
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Nothing to report this weekend. We are gathering parts for the AC and hunting new tires. I should have all the gauges finished next weekend. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

05-14-2018, 10:45 PM	#8
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Leonidas did about 160 miles round trip tonight. Hauled great!! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

05-22-2018, 02:44 PM	#9
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,141	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Nice to see you using it and it's getting some coverage! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

05-27-2018, 09:53 AM	#10
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! We spent the day working on the gauge wiring. Factory tach, fuel gauge, along with the others and mounted the speedometer box and started to wire it. Getting it ready for the Street Rod Nationals in Louisville. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

06-02-2018, 04:31 PM	#11
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Steering wheel and air horns today!!! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

06-03-2018, 07:29 PM	#12
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Stacked away Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

06-02-2018, 09:26 PM	#14
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,878	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Cool steering wheel what's it out of? __________________ '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

06-03-2018, 07:55 PM	#16
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,878	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Cool. Thanks, Nice stack. __________________ '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

07-13-2018, 09:22 PM	#17
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! Getting closer to Street Rod Nationals...Louisville here we come!! 4 new rear tires arrived today and the Vintage air kit is installed and working out well!!! Checking out front suspension components tomorrow and then taking in in for an alignment. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!



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07-22-2018, 08:18 AM	#25
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Rottenwood Garages C50 Hauler project about to begin! We are finishing up the small things for our trip to Louisville to the Street Rod Nationals. I got the rear wheel simulators on, the one needed lower ball joint is going in today and an alignment will come this week. New tires all the way around, air horns hooked up, trans temp and back up fuel gauge wired and the bed extension and headache rack converted to bumper stop has been roughed in. Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

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