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68shortwide 09-13-2021 07:41 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
Did those delrin tailgate pieces help with the noise as you expected? Also, do those Altman latches retain the use of the lock stem on the inside?

smbrouss70 09-14-2021 09:57 AM

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The delrin trunions definitely cut down on noise from the tailgate. The Altman latches do retain the use of the lock rods and buttons on the inside.

smbrouss70 09-14-2021 11:57 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
If anybody wants to check out Gringo's truck, I will have it at C10's in the Park this weekend in Waxahachie, TX.

cornerstone 09-14-2021 06:54 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
Thanks for the heads up! I'm hoping to be there.:metal:

68shortwide 09-15-2021 12:19 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 8970474)
The delrin trunions definitely cut down on noise from the tailgate. The Altman latches do retain the use of the lock rods and buttons on the inside.

Thank you for the quick response, items are added to the buildsheet.

aggie91 09-20-2021 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 8970520)
If anybody wants to check out Gringo's truck, I will have it at C10's in the Park this weekend in Waxahachie, TX.

I got to check it out both Friday night and Saturday at the park. What a great truck. :metal: My son was impressed that it is a static drop on coil overs at that ride height.

Also, checked out your Blazer too, did not see anyone around them when we looked them over, so unfortunately we did not get to meet any of you and the crew.

regan wilson 09-21-2021 09:42 PM

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I never have been able to make it to that event. I would bet a dollar that you drove within 5 to 10 minutes of my house on the way.

smbrouss70 09-21-2021 09:50 PM

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I never have been able to make it to that event. I would bet a dollar that you drove within 5 to 10 minutes of my house on the way.

Actually, no we didn't. We left Natchitoches, LA as a group, went across Toledo Bend into TX, then made our way on backroads through Nacogdoches, Palestine, etc. It's a longer (time-wise) trip, but much more enjoyable than running Interstate all the time.

I'll take my dollar now! :lol:

smbrouss70 09-21-2021 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91 (Post 8973543)
I got to check it out both Friday night and Saturday at the park. What a great truck. :metal: My son was impressed that it is a static drop on coil overs at that ride height.

Also, checked out your Blazer too, did not see anyone around them when we looked them over, so unfortunately we did not get to meet any of you and the crew.

I'm glad you and your son enjoyed checking it out. I'm still amazed at how well it rides at only 4" off of the pavement.

Sorry, we weren't around when you were by the trucks, there is a lot to look at over there. If Gringo would have gotten me a life-sized cut-out, at least you could have met him! :lol: I would have liked to have been able to meet you.

smbrouss70 12-06-2021 12:00 PM

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Scheduled 36-month tour. Funny you call it hibernation, it will probably see more daylight in the next 3 years than it has in the last 3 :lol:

Yep, she is seeing some daylight! The truck has been at my house for 8 months and 9 days. It went to it's last show for this year this weekend. It now has 3,074.7 additional miles on it. It's time for some general maintenance and a good nut & bolting session. I've noticed that it has developed a couple of squeaks and rattles which is to be expected on a fresh build. We'll get those taken care of so it is ready for the next year's shows and cruises. Once I get that taken care of, I can tear into the Blazer again for the upgrades that I have been putting off due to time constraints. I won't have to rush the projects on the Blazer since I will still have Gringo's truck to go to "truck" shows. Thanks for the loaner, Buddy!:lol:

I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas!

TA_C10 12-12-2021 10:38 PM

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3000 miles? Is that all? Glad to hear updates and it's being taken care of.

36 months...... Dang. Thank you for your service.

gringoloco 12-30-2021 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 9003887)
…Thanks for the loaner, Buddy!:lol:

Thank you! Has that TKO gotten any quieter?
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Originally Posted by TA_C10 (Post 9006555)
…36 months...... Dang. Thank you for your service.

Appreciate it. It’s no hardship tour, sipping gluwein in Germany and touring Europe has its perks. I do miss some stuff about the states, though, mostly truck related :lol:

smbrouss70 01-02-2022 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 9012830)
Thank you! Has that TKO gotten any quieter?

It has gotten a lot quieter, but the whine isn't completely gone. My Blazer might still be like yours but with a much louder exhaust masking the sound... for now.

gringoloco 01-03-2022 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 9013906)
…for now…

We gonna get some build thread updates? :D

smbrouss70 01-03-2022 05:17 PM

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Eventually ;)

regan wilson 01-03-2022 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 9014326)
We gonna get some build thread updates? :D

Really? Lol

gringoloco 01-05-2022 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 9014345)
Eventually ;)

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Really? Lol

I guess I should be more clear, what’s happening with the Blazer lately? :smoke:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=626978

rgreathouse 07-10-2022 04:04 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
Just got caught up on this thread, awesome build!

I'm sure I missed it but what is the accessory drive setup?

Thanks

Gregski 07-12-2022 10:48 AM

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BEST damn thread title period !!! subbed

gringoloco 01-29-2023 10:42 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by rgreathouse (Post 9099682)
Just got caught up on this thread, awesome build!

I'm sure I missed it but what is the accessory drive setup?

Thanks

Thanks! It’s a mix-match of ICT Billet alt/PS bits with a Dirty Dingo AC bracket, IIRC.
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Originally Posted by Gregski (Post 9100595)
BEST damn thread title period !!! subbed

Woot! More to come, someday…

RCbowtie69 01-30-2023 09:33 PM

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:metal:
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Originally Posted by RCbowtie69 (Post 4462787)
looking great & keep up the work & pictures coming :cool: :metal:



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