Well got the truck all together for a big cruise-in we have every year on the west side of town. They shut the street down for 5-6 blocks and cars/trucks line the street. I think its approx. 500+ cars. Very good time. Truck did well and got more attention than I had expected. Met a few truck guys along with another local board member as well so that's cool. I did learn a few things Saturday:
Most everyone loves old rusty trucks.
Nearly every man older that 65 one of these trucks, some still have 1 or more.
The suspension absolutely needs to be changed. The front rides incredibly rough.
The roads in Evansville seriously need work. Every bump I kept expecting all the body panels to fall off leaving just me, the seat, and steering wheel going down the road.
The headlights are just about worthless. I know I have flashlights that are brighter and shine further. Will be upgrading these soon.
I need a new clutch. Its chattering real bad at every take off. Seems to keep getting worse.
And most important: Jen actually really likes the truck
I had my fun so now its time to lay it out. I'm hoping to get it all done in the next two weeks for the Street Machine Nationals in DuQuoin, IL but I know at my blistering fast work rate that will be a pipe dream.
Proof I was at the show:
