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Thanks everyone! Now we can start hitting the cruise-ins for real. B-I-L Rick told me not to sweat the horsepower ...there's more than enough to haul a load of gravel. ;)

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:lol: That sounds about right. It is just a work truck after all.

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That's what I remember hearing, too!! :lol::lol::lol:

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Good to hear that you've got a handle on things with CRLS, Vic... As for me, I'm staying old-school... Carburetor!... Vacuum Advance!... Points & Condenser! :metal:

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Been awhile since I last posted, so I thought I'd catch up a bit...

Kathy and I went on a 4800 mile road trip the first of August. Her family got together in Seabeck, WA for a memorial picnic for her sister. On the way there, we stayed in Deadwood, SD a few days ahead of the big bike rally in Sturgis. Lotsa scoots on the road plus Main Street was packed with them. On the way home, we went down I-5 and spent a night in Corning, CA right between the two big fires. When we went out to the car the next morning, it was covered with a light dusting of ash.

Stopped by to see Jason7121 in Visalia and got to see his ride in person. It's even nicer than the photos! We had a nice dinner at a Mexican place with him and his wife and talked a lot of truck. Headed out the next day down thru Palm Desert, CA then back east to home. While we were out west, I got the call that my Pops had passed, so when we got home, there was a lot of stuff to attend to as you can imagine.

It's getting back to normal, though, and we've been able to hit a couple of cruise in's recently. We were in Weston, MO Saturday night and a street dance broke out right in front of Crusty. Weather was a little hot, but we mostly sat in the shade which made it tolerable.

On the drive to Weston, the painted steering wheel made my palms sweat so much I decided to order a leather wrapped one from Grant. Should be in on Wednesday, so I'll post a shot of it after it's installed.

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I already said it in a PM but I'll say it here too, So sorry to hear your pops has passed away.. It will be interesting to see that steering wheel on the truck too. I went to Jason's page the other day and had a look at his truck, No question its sharp!

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It was a pleasure meeting you and Kathy on your travels. We had a nice time at dinner and enjoyed conversation as well. So sorry to hear about your father passing. I am glad things are getting back to normal for you.

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Sorry to hear about your pops, Vic. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

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Vic, so sorry to hear about Pops. I know you are hurting right now, but keep the faith brother. God got you.

ac

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So sorry to hear about your Dad. I'll see you soon.

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Sorry to hear about your dad. I hope you get to a new normal soon.

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Man, so sorry to hear about your pops. Keep the faith as others have said. Time heals.

On a different note, if you had hit Deadwood a few weeks later you'd have been able to see Kool Deadwood Nights, where some 700+ classics fill the streets of Deadwood. C10s are gaining in numbers each year.

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Many thanks to everyone for your condolences, I appreciate it very much!

Kathy has me somewhat occupied gearing up for some house remodeling. I shook loose long enough to get the new steering wheel installed. The leather wrap feels nice to the touch and should be more comfortable when driving. Some before and after shots below.

When we were at the LMC Truck Show back in May, I bought a set of billet door handles for CRLS. The passenger side in particular has been tough to operate with the cheap aftermarket handle I originally installed. I've been avoiding installing the new ones because I really should take the truck to the upholstery shop to remove the door panels. I'd hate to screw them up after the good job they did. Plus I'd rather not pay to have them built again. ;) Anyway, that's my next little project so I'll post up when there's something to show.

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Dare I say..... Much better!

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Looks great Vic door Handel's should look nice too.

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I like it!

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It was really nice to meet you & your Wife, Vic! CRLS is even better in person! :cool:

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It was great meeting you as well. Getting to visit with people from all over and put faces to their names is one of my favorite things about shows like the Midwest All Truck Nationals. Despite the drizzly weather on Saturday morning, we had a very enjoyable time. The sun finally came out and dried up the grounds. I heard that Riverside is going to reconfigure the park for next year by changing the location of the entrance and adding some more permanent buildings. I reckon they'll get rid of some of the low spots while they're at it which should make it better if there's rain around the time of the show.

I probably haven't said it enough, but I really appreciate the support and help I've gotten from every one of you on the forum. You've been a valuable resource for me on both my truck builds and I'd still be banging my head against the wall if it weren't for your suggestions and shared experience. We won awards at this year's show for 1st in class and Best of Show, but it wouldn't have been possible without all the help. Thanks to all of you!

Vic

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Wow!! Congratulations Vic!!

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X2 on the congratulations Vic!

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Wow!!!! That's fantastic!!! Those are well earned awards! :cool: :cool: :cool: :metal:

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I knew CRLS was a serious contender! This is the first of many for a well deserved couple. Congrats to both of you! Is that behemoth of a trophy going in your shop Vic?:metal:

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Awesome! Congratulations Vic! Well deserved!

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Awesome!!

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Way to go Vic and Kathy! Nice to see the win.