Shrunken66Stroker's build thread.

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Here's some good info:
http://www.dimebank.com/BrakePlumbing.html

Thanks for all of the info guys..and the link strodder. A ton of information on that site, including a link to another site with a $550 flare tool. I almost sh!t my pants when I saw that. They had a few to choose from but that was by far the most expensive. Eastwood has the 1/4" starter kit with a flare tool, bender, 16 fittings and 25' of line for $89. sounds like a great deal and I have a 15% off coupon from when I bought some 2K ceramic chassis black to paint my frame with.

[aboz]

Greetings Shrunken66. I'm just learning to weld and I had some questions. When welding in floor pans and rocker panels should I stick with a lap weld? I know my cab corners will need to be butt welded as well as anything else on the outside that I don't want mounds of body filler on. I'm thinking if it gets covered with carpet anyway, why try and butt weld an entire floor pan if you don't have to?

[shrunken66stroker]

I'm ankle deep in filler. I've been sanding for days and my arms are getting ripped. This is my new work out plan. Block sand for about 4 hours a night and then push that broom.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

I'm ankle deep in filler. I've been sanding for days and my arms are getting ripped. This is my new work out plan. Block sand for about 4 hours a night and then push that broom.

Nice progress and yes it is a great work out. At least when your pushing a broom you can stand up.

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Nice progress and yes it is a great work out. At least when your pushing a broom you can stand up.

Thanks Alan. I've been following your build and I have to say it's probably the fastest build on the site right now. You've definitely made some progress in the last few months. I can't wait to see the pics of your truck on the road and something tells me it won't be long.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

Thanks Alan. I've been following your build and I have to say it's probably the fastest build on the site right now. You've definitely made some progress in the last few months. I can't wait to see the pics of your truck on the road and something tells me it won't be long.

Same here (following your build), and thanks. I beg to differ on mine getting done soon. My money tree died.

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Same here (following your build), and thanks. I beg to differ on mine getting done soon. My money tree died.

At least we're in the same boat then. My money tree has been dead since the end of 07'. Tough times but things look like they're getting better out here in Vegas anyway. And besides, block sanding doesn't cost too much so I've been making progress without spending a lot. You may have noticed my truck is still on jack stands. That's because I can't afford to get it rolling yet. I'm hoping by the end of summer. We'll see.

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

Thanks Alan. I've been following your build and I have to say it's probably the fastest build on the site right now. You've definitely made some progress in the last few months. I can't wait to see the pics of your truck on the road and something tells me it won't be long.

It does go fast sometimes if you have the money. Look when Allan started.
He has made some really nice progress.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...05&postcount=1

I'm just trying to find time to install all the 73 parts that I have for it already.

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

I'm ankle deep in filler.

That's a cool pic!

[shrunken66stroker]

Here's a better current pic.

[Strodder]

Looking good Shrunken. Hows the weather there? Is it getting real hot yet? I know it all too well that it still stays hot there even when the sun goes down.

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Looking good Shrunken. Hows the weather there? Is it getting real hot yet? I know it all too well that it still stays hot there even when the sun goes down.

It's getting hot but isn't much over mid-90's yet. I have a swamp cooler in my garage that I'm afraid to use because of the moisture, so I just sweat it out. I don't want to bring on flash rust. I'm embarased to say how long my truck has been in bare metal. If all goes well it will be epoxy primed by the end of June or so. I've got another project I'm working on so the progress might be a bit slower than I'm anticipating. It's a 61 MGA roadster for my step father. I'm striping, doing the body work and repainting it for him. I'll be juggling for the next few months.

[shrunken66stroker]

One of my next project after paint or during will be to figure out what to do about the location of my shifter. I'm thinking about cutting the bench back a little and having it upholstered. I've seen the newer bucket from tahoes and other trucks but I think they always look crammed in there.

[shrunken66stroker]

And I've been working too.

[shrunken66stroker]

I forgot this one I shot last week from the Rio.

[jchav62]

Looking good Greg! Nice photography too... Keep it up!

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by jchav62

Looking good Greg! Nice photography too... Keep it up!

Thanks Joe. Same to you and keep up the progress pics on your ladies truck. It's looking good. Sounds like you have plenty of help with the whole family involved. I wish I had a few extra hands around here sometimes.

[jchav62]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

Thanks Joe. Same to you and keep up the progress pics on your ladies truck. It's looking good. Sounds like you have plenty of help with the whole family involved. I wish I had a few extra hands around here sometimes.

It's very nice... I landed up in the perfect family. Lisa's brothers and I can talk cars/trucks from morning to night, and every one of us is up to our neck in projects...

If I was still in the big 'H', I would be there to give you a hand. Next time I go that way I'll let you know... We would love to see the shrunken66 in person...

[Dinos63]

Duuude nice work

[shrunken66stroker]

Originally Posted by Dinos63

Duuude nice work

Thanks Dino. I saw your new addition too. Looks good.

[shrunken66stroker]

If I was still in the big 'H', I would be there to give you a hand. Next time I go that way I'll let you know... We would love to see the shrunken66 in person...[/QUOTE]

I'm about as far away from Hendo as you can get in the Vegas valley but you're welcome over any time Joe. Maybe when my truck is done we can meet in the middle at a show. How far is Phoenix from you? I think it's five hours from Vegas. We'll have to hook up with Dino, Protrash and any other Arizonans down there at some point. I'll bring the Bud Light.

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

If I was still in the big 'H', I would be there to give you a hand. Next time I go that way I'll let you know... We would love to see the shrunken66 in person...

I'm about as far away from Hendo as you can get in the Vegas valley but you're welcome over any time Joe. Maybe when my truck is done we can meet in the middle at a show. How far is Phoenix from you? I think it's five hours from Vegas. We'll have to hook up with Dino, Protrash and any other Arizonans down there at some point. I'll bring the Bud Light.[/QUOTE]

Hell if your bringing the Bud light, I might even meet you guys too.

[jchav62]

Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

If I was still in the big 'H', I would be there to give you a hand. Next time I go that way I'll let you know... We would love to see the shrunken66 in person...

I'm about as far away from Hendo as you can get in the Vegas valley but you're welcome over any time Joe. Maybe when my truck is done we can meet in the middle at a show. How far is Phoenix from you? I think it's five hours from Vegas. We'll have to hook up with Dino, Protrash and any other Arizonans down there at some point. I'll bring the Bud Light.[/QUOTE]

We are about 6-7 hours away from Phoenix. That sounds like a fun trip! We'll have to plan something out. When you're close to getting done we'll get it together...

P.S. Don't pay attention to Jason's shortbed/longbed comments... I think he's trying to compensate for something..

Shortbeds are the CHET!!

[joe231]

well thought out!!

[Strodder]

Yea good thinking.