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JohnKimble · 09-16-2016, 04:34 PM

Rear windshield in. Windshield guy didn't bring a front gasket, so smog will be on hold until Monday when he comes back.

Matt Man · 09-16-2016, 04:50 PM

Looking great! I got way more than that in mine and it still isn't painted... who is doing your glass install?

JohnKimble · 09-16-2016, 05:12 PM

A local glass man, friend of a friend I guess. I can PM you his contact if you need it, Sacramento area.
New front antenna windshield, front chrome gasket, rear black gasket, plus install on rear window. $200!

Matt Man · 09-16-2016, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnKimble

A local glass man, friend of a friend I guess. I can PM you his contact if you need it, Sacramento area.
New front antenna windshield, front chrome gasket, rear black gasket, plus install on rear window. $200!

UG I wish he was closer! Even though my rubber seals are all new, the upper right corner on my front windshield isn't sitting flush. I'm about 50 miles southeast of Los Angeles. Are you going to do any work on the interior?

JohnKimble · 09-16-2016, 05:36 PM

The interior is okay for now. I'd like to get the seat reupholstered, and install a carpet. Retro stereo would be cool too.

I need to order some wiper arms and get a new motor for the windshield washer fluid reservoir.

I used some "303 aerospace protectant" on the interior and it really made it look much better, even though the dash is cracked and the door panels need some love. I'd like to respray my gauge bezel but that will come at a later time.

JohnKimble · 09-19-2016, 07:25 PM

Front and rear glass are in. Passed smog. Spent 2 1/2 hours at the DMV, but it's finally registered and on the road.

Wiper arms, blades and washer pump motor are ordered. Fender trim should be on this weekend.

JohnKimble · 09-19-2016, 07:33 PM

MTCK · 09-19-2016, 07:57 PM

Looks great!!!

cochino12 · 09-19-2016, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by MTCK

Looks great!!!

^^ what he said

NewType72 · 09-25-2016, 09:25 PM

Holy cow just rolled right on through that one didn't ya!! Looks incredible, very tidy build

JohnKimble · 09-26-2016, 07:07 PM

First coat of Herculiner drying.

Anyone know if a faulty windshield washer switch inside the turn signal lever could keep the washer fluid pump from activating??

JohnKimble · 09-30-2016, 08:49 PM

Sprayed the engine down with some degreaser, it cleaned up well. The bed liner is cured and came out nice as well.

I narrowed my washer fluid spray problem down to a faulty switch. Tearing into the column is a PITA, but it needs to be done. Also bought a new turn signal lever.

JohnKimble · 09-30-2016, 08:50 PM

Much cleaner.

MTCK · 10-01-2016, 02:09 PM

Very nice work looks great. I love (hate) tearing these columns apart!

JohnKimble · 10-01-2016, 08:53 PM

Thanks. Wiper switch didn't come today, so I'm hoping on Monday. Getting the switch plug through the column is going to be a real pain. I'm debating on carefully removing each wire from the plug itself and pulling it through using the string I've already fished through. If anyone has any suggestions on how to go about it, I'm all ears!

Greenlee · 10-03-2016, 08:50 PM

The truck looks killer!

Nice work.

I changed my wiper switch a few years ago. I used the string method if I remember correctly. I can't really remember exactly how I did it.

Greenlee · 10-03-2016, 09:49 PM

The truck looks killer!

Nice work.

I changed my wiper switch a few years ago. I used the string method if I remember correctly. I can't really remember exactly how I did it.

JohnKimble · 10-03-2016, 09:51 PM

Thanks!

I ended up cutting the plug of entirely, feeding the wires through the column, and soldering each of the wires back together.

JohnKimble · 10-13-2016, 10:26 PM

In the process of adding an aux input to the factory stereo.

JohnKimble · 10-15-2016, 12:11 AM

Got the aux input installed and works well. I have 8 more aux jacks if anyone needs one. PM me and I'll toss one in an envelope.

Matt Man · 10-15-2016, 12:05 PM

How do you like the raptor liner? I am wanting to do a diy bed liner for my truck over my winter break. How well did that aircraft paint remover work?

JohnKimble · 10-15-2016, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt Man

How do you like the raptor liner? I am wanting to do a diy bed liner for my truck over my winter break. How well did that aircraft paint remover work?

It's actually herculiner. For under $70, I like it a lot. Time will be the test, but as of now it has a nice gloss black look to it.
The aircraft paint remover is messy. And will burn your skin on contact...but it works. Paint it on and wipe off everything it touches down to bare metal. Saved a lot of time stripping the little nooks and hard to reach places in the bed.

JohnKimble · 06-11-2017, 08:45 PM

Got some 31's installed this weekend.

MTCK · 06-12-2017, 02:09 AM

Looks tough. What are they?

JohnKimble · 06-12-2017, 02:12 AM

Radar Renegade m/t. Never heard of them but they have some decent reviews online. We'll see how they fair. $500 mounted and balanced.

09-16-2016, 04:34 PM	#51
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Rear windshield in. Windshield guy didn't bring a front gasket, so smog will be on hold until Monday when he comes back. Attached Images

09-16-2016, 04:50 PM	#52
Matt Man Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Buhl, Idaho Posts: 1,438	Re: 85 White Whale Looking great! I got way more than that in mine and it still isn't painted... who is doing your glass install? __________________ 86 c30 crew cab dually 454/400 4/6 drop SOLD 1-8-11 1981 chevy K10 short Bed Scottsdale SOLD 10-26-2020 67 GMC Stepside Straight six/3 on the tree "The Peach" 2020 Silverado Double Cab LT Z71 5.3 8 speed Daily Driver K10 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671934 The Peach build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=733903

09-16-2016, 05:12 PM	#53
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale A local glass man, friend of a friend I guess. I can PM you his contact if you need it, Sacramento area. New front antenna windshield, front chrome gasket, rear black gasket, plus install on rear window. $200!

09-16-2016, 05:36 PM	#55
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale The interior is okay for now. I'd like to get the seat reupholstered, and install a carpet. Retro stereo would be cool too. I need to order some wiper arms and get a new motor for the windshield washer fluid reservoir. I used some "303 aerospace protectant" on the interior and it really made it look much better, even though the dash is cracked and the door panels need some love. I'd like to respray my gauge bezel but that will come at a later time. Attached Images

09-19-2016, 07:25 PM	#56
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Front and rear glass are in. Passed smog. Spent 2 1/2 hours at the DMV, but it's finally registered and on the road. Wiper arms, blades and washer pump motor are ordered. Fender trim should be on this weekend. Attached Images

09-19-2016, 07:33 PM	#57
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale

09-19-2016, 07:57 PM	#58
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 85 White Whale Looks great!!! __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

09-25-2016, 09:25 PM	#60
NewType72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: turlock Posts: 2,177	Re: 85 White Whale Holy cow just rolled right on through that one didn't ya!! Looks incredible, very tidy build __________________ Project NewType 1972 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne Super ( Daily Driven Showtruck ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507903 Project Great Grandpa's Legacy 1973 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne ( Current daily driver collecting big time parts ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...89#post7084289 - Dylan (209)-985-7721

09-26-2016, 07:07 PM	#61
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale First coat of Herculiner drying. Anyone know if a faulty windshield washer switch inside the turn signal lever could keep the washer fluid pump from activating?? Attached Images

09-30-2016, 08:49 PM	#62
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Sprayed the engine down with some degreaser, it cleaned up well. The bed liner is cured and came out nice as well. I narrowed my washer fluid spray problem down to a faulty switch. Tearing into the column is a PITA, but it needs to be done. Also bought a new turn signal lever. Attached Images

09-30-2016, 08:50 PM	#63
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Much cleaner. Attached Images

10-01-2016, 02:09 PM	#64
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 85 White Whale Very nice work looks great. I love (hate) tearing these columns apart! __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

10-01-2016, 08:53 PM	#65
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Thanks. Wiper switch didn't come today, so I'm hoping on Monday. Getting the switch plug through the column is going to be a real pain. I'm debating on carefully removing each wire from the plug itself and pulling it through using the string I've already fished through. If anyone has any suggestions on how to go about it, I'm all ears!

10-03-2016, 08:50 PM	#66
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 85 White Whale The truck looks killer! Nice work. I changed my wiper switch a few years ago. I used the string method if I remember correctly. I can't really remember exactly how I did it.

10-03-2016, 09:49 PM	#67
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 85 White Whale The truck looks killer! Nice work. I changed my wiper switch a few years ago. I used the string method if I remember correctly. I can't really remember exactly how I did it.



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10-03-2016, 09:51 PM	#68
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Thanks! I ended up cutting the plug of entirely, feeding the wires through the column, and soldering each of the wires back together.

10-13-2016, 10:26 PM	#69
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale In the process of adding an aux input to the factory stereo. Attached Images

10-15-2016, 12:11 AM	#70
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Got the aux input installed and works well. I have 8 more aux jacks if anyone needs one. PM me and I'll toss one in an envelope. Attached Images

10-15-2016, 12:05 PM	#71
Matt Man Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Buhl, Idaho Posts: 1,438	Re: 85 White Whale How do you like the raptor liner? I am wanting to do a diy bed liner for my truck over my winter break. How well did that aircraft paint remover work? __________________ 86 c30 crew cab dually 454/400 4/6 drop SOLD 1-8-11 1981 chevy K10 short Bed Scottsdale SOLD 10-26-2020 67 GMC Stepside Straight six/3 on the tree "The Peach" 2020 Silverado Double Cab LT Z71 5.3 8 speed Daily Driver K10 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671934 The Peach build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=733903

06-11-2017, 08:45 PM	#73
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Got some 31's installed this weekend. Attached Images

06-12-2017, 02:09 AM	#74
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 85 White Whale Looks tough. What are they? __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

06-12-2017, 02:12 AM	#75
JohnKimble Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: CA Posts: 152	Re: 85 White Whale Radar Renegade m/t. Never heard of them but they have some decent reviews online. We'll see how they fair. $500 mounted and balanced.

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