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hewlett2002000 · 03-17-2007, 11:15 AM

i like it, i like it alot!!!!!!! very nice work.

Sillyoldman · 03-17-2007, 12:07 PM

Nice score on the heads. What size cam is going in? You going to have the rocker studs threaded?

**ChiefRocka** · 03-17-2007, 08:52 PM

I wasn't planning on threading the studs...ya think it'll be ok?? Im running a 480 lift comp cam.

John

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 08:42 AM

Ok..here we go I am back on my truck FINALLY !!! I took it to San Jose Steam Cleaners yesterday afternoon.....HERE ARE SOME PICS !!!!

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Even though the black primer hides alot...I just realized this thing need a lot of bodywork....Never had it on a lift outside in the sun.
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...alot of body work....

....I can't complaint the truck was FREE...overall, not too bad.....
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**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 08:43 AM

Here's some after shots...look closely at the Custom Lowered Spring !!!

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and the last one...kinda like the OG color....
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John

Jonboy · 04-04-2007, 08:44 AM

A lot of bodywork is usually referred to as "character". I really dig the look of your truck as it is, even with all of the "character".

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 08:47 AM

Basically I had the undercarriage (from tranny forward) and the engine bay done.

There were CLUMPS falling off of that darn thing !!! He was *****'n the whole time....I guess he figures he under-quoted me.

Anyway...it is 98% better than what it was.

As soon as I get my flywheel resurfaced, and get some paint going...the engine will be back in !!!!

John

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonboy

A lot of bodywork is usually referred to as "character". I really dig the look of your truck as it is, even with all of the "character".

My truck will get the "Grammy" for best character!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks man

JOHN

desertrat · 04-04-2007, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

...look closely at the Custom Lowered Spring !!!

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I have made a few of those "custom" springs in my day.

The best was a '69 chevy I got from a guy and he cut the rear springs to lower it, therefore it just floated there.

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertrat

I have made a few of those "custom" springs in my day.

The best was a '69 chevy I got from a guy and he cut the rear springs to lower it, therefore it just floated there.

Yeap...I've done many !!!

$50 to lower your car that way...no dissasembly..just sick the torch thru the wheel well !!

or $150-$200 to disassemble and cut....What is the kid gonna choose ??

John

desertrat · 04-04-2007, 09:07 AM

Hey John did you find an older hood? I know you mentioned you wanted one.

zapper · 04-04-2007, 09:26 AM

Hey Chief
awesome photos, nice little mouse motor, It sure would be nice to have one of those inground hoists, No crawling around.Your truck looked good before you started ripping it apart, I can't wait to see it finished.

Ang

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertrat

Hey John did you find an older hood? I know you mentioned you wanted one.

Yeah...as a matter of fact Slepy turn me on to a link on Craigslist...I emailed him couple days ago....He finallly replyed....theres what looks like a complete 61 at a nearby wrecking yard.

Gonna check it out soon...hopefully still there....

John

**ChiefRocka** · 04-04-2007, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zapper

Hey Chief
awesome photos, nice little mouse motor, It sure would be nice to have one of those inground hoists, No crawling around.Your truck looked good before you started ripping it apart, I can't wait to see it finished.

Ang

Thanks, Ang.....

I enjoy my two-post very much !!!

Well, the look wont change much.....gonna re-paint with the real stuff (primer/Blitz)...and paint more of the roof white.

Thats about it......

I can't wait to see it finished too !!!!

Have a good day guys...I'm off to the shop......

John

hewlett2002000 · 04-04-2007, 10:14 AM

hey i really like the work your doin. keep it up. cant wait to see er finished.
John

**slepysal** · 04-04-2007, 01:52 PM

Sweeeeeeet !!! great job

rainmans63 · 04-04-2007, 02:30 PM

Nice job John! I'm gonna have to hire you one of these days!

It's funny, the guy I bought my truck off of did the same thing with the coils, it's one of my many projects I'll have to take care of.

Thanks for keep us updated! Great photo's!

Ray

SixThreeRat · 04-04-2007, 05:54 PM

looks good so your also part of the drum brake club!! ha ha

SixThreeRat · 04-04-2007, 05:55 PM

ha ha thats cute!!!!!!! someone thinks their clever!!!

62 short step · 04-04-2007, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

My truck will get the "Grammy" for best character!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks man

JOHN

I'll vote for it!!!

62ChevyStep · 04-04-2007, 06:35 PM

62shortstep I PM'd you.

**ChiefRocka** · 04-05-2007, 12:03 AM

Thanks to ALL here for the compliments !!!!!

Here is a few from this evening......

I must of welded up....no joke...35-40 holes in the engine compartment....

I'm not trying to go show, just cleaning up some un-used holes. I also need a new grommet for the clutch rod....when I got the truck, it had major exhaust leaks, so it was extremely noise in the truck....Now it will all be nice. My kids love the truck, so I don't need any 'fumes' in the cab !!

Few pics....

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(I knew I should of worn my hat....so thats what the wife been making fun of !!

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....there isn't really time right now for body-off, so I just have to make the best of it....1st coat of primer/satin
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BEFORE.......
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AFTER.....
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John

**ChiefRocka** · 04-05-2007, 12:15 AM

So what's that little thing floating in the engine bay ???

Oh thats the BEEFY master cylinder !!!

That single line crap has got to go soon.....All my rubber lines were changed as well as the wheel-cylinders...for now...that will have to do.

Yes...I am part of the Drum Brake CLUB !!!!

John

19GMC63 · 04-05-2007, 12:32 AM

I wish I had the resources to do all the stuff your doing.

Awesome work man, keep up the good work, can't wait to see it finished. The Chief is an inspiration.

So are you going to thread your rocker studs? I wouldn't think it would be necessary, but I probably would do it just for peace of mind, but I don't know what i'm talking about, lol.

**ChiefRocka** · 04-05-2007, 09:31 AM

I am thinking about it......Thanks again

John

03-17-2007, 11:15 AM	#51
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... i like it, i like it alot!!!!!!! very nice work. __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

03-17-2007, 12:07 PM	#52
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Nice score on the heads. What size cam is going in? You going to have the rocker studs threaded? __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

03-17-2007, 08:52 PM	#53
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I wasn't planning on threading the studs...ya think it'll be ok?? Im running a 480 lift comp cam. John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

04-04-2007, 08:42 AM	#54
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Ok..here we go I am back on my truck FINALLY !!! I took it to San Jose Steam Cleaners yesterday afternoon.....HERE ARE SOME PICS !!!! - - Even though the black primer hides alot...I just realized this thing need a lot of bodywork....Never had it on a lift outside in the sun. - - - - ...alot of body work.... ....I can't complaint the truck was FREE...overall, not too bad..... - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 05-25-2007 at 09:19 AM.

04-04-2007, 08:43 AM	#55
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Here's some after shots...look closely at the Custom Lowered Spring !!! - - - - and the last one...kinda like the OG color.... - John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 05-25-2007 at 09:21 AM.

04-04-2007, 08:44 AM	#56
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... A lot of bodywork is usually referred to as "character". I really dig the look of your truck as it is, even with all of the "character".

04-04-2007, 08:47 AM	#57
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Basically I had the undercarriage (from tranny forward) and the engine bay done. There were CLUMPS falling off of that darn thing !!! He was ***'n the whole time....I guess he figures he under-quoted me. Anyway...it is 98% better than what it was. As soon as I get my flywheel resurfaced, and get some paint going...the engine will be back in !!!! John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965** www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

04-04-2007, 09:07 AM	#61
desertrat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Pahrump, NV Posts: 1,079	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Hey John did you find an older hood? I know you mentioned you wanted one.

04-04-2007, 09:26 AM	#62
zapper Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: shelburne ont Posts: 25	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Hey Chief awesome photos, nice little mouse motor, It sure would be nice to have one of those inground hoists, No crawling around.Your truck looked good before you started ripping it apart, I can't wait to see it finished. Ang

04-04-2007, 10:14 AM	#65
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... hey i really like the work your doin. keep it up. cant wait to see er finished. John __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

04-04-2007, 01:52 PM	#66
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Sweeeeeeet !!! great job Last edited by slepysal; 04-04-2007 at 01:52 PM.

04-04-2007, 02:30 PM	#67
rainmans63 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 29	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Nice job John! I'm gonna have to hire you one of these days! It's funny, the guy I bought my truck off of did the same thing with the coils, it's one of my many projects I'll have to take care of. Thanks for keep us updated! Great photo's! Ray

04-04-2007, 05:54 PM	#68
SixThreeRat I'm hiding under a new name. Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: oceanside Posts: 3	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... looks good so your also part of the drum brake club!! ha ha __________________ I was banned as zeitlerusmc. Instead of apologizing for my actions resulting in getting banned. I decided to join again under a new name, even though dual accounts are also against the rules. Here is a link to the post that resulted in my account being suspended I wonder if my CO would approve of my conduct here?

04-04-2007, 05:55 PM	#69
SixThreeRat I'm hiding under a new name. Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: oceanside Posts: 3	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... ha ha thats cute!!!!!!! someone thinks their clever!!! __________________ I was banned as zeitlerusmc. Instead of apologizing for my actions resulting in getting banned. I decided to join again under a new name, even though dual accounts are also against the rules. Here is a link to the post that resulted in my account being suspended I wonder if my CO would approve of my conduct here?

04-04-2007, 06:35 PM	#71
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04-05-2007, 12:03 AM	#72
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... Thanks to ALL here for the compliments !!!!! Here is a few from this evening...... I must of welded up....no joke...35-40 holes in the engine compartment.... I'm not trying to go show, just cleaning up some un-used holes. I also need a new grommet for the clutch rod....when I got the truck, it had major exhaust leaks, so it was extremely noise in the truck....Now it will all be nice. My kids love the truck, so I don't need any 'fumes' in the cab !! Few pics.... - (I knew I should of worn my hat....so thats what the wife been making fun of !! ) - - ....there isn't really time right now for body-off, so I just have to make the best of it....1st coat of primer/satin - - - - BEFORE....... - - - - AFTER..... - John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 05-25-2007 at 09:22 AM.

04-05-2007, 12:15 AM	#73
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... So what's that little thing floating in the engine bay ??? Oh thats the BEEFY master cylinder !!! That single line crap has got to go soon.....All my rubber lines were changed as well as the wheel-cylinders...for now...that will have to do. Yes...I am part of the Drum Brake CLUB !!!! John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 04-05-2007 at 12:16 AM.

04-05-2007, 12:32 AM	#74
19GMC63 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,510	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I wish I had the resources to do all the stuff your doing. Awesome work man, keep up the good work, can't wait to see it finished. The Chief is an inspiration. So are you going to thread your rocker studs? I wouldn't think it would be necessary, but I probably would do it just for peace of mind, but I don't know what i'm talking about, lol.

04-05-2007, 09:31 AM	#75
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Project "Rock-a-Billy".....Saga Continues..... I am thinking about it......Thanks again John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

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