A few "quarantine" projects... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gratefuldog · 06-06-2020, 10:41 PM

Hi folks: I'm finally back at work as of last Monday, and I'm glad to be back. That said, during my 'time off,' I've been going in to the shop at least four days every week; often more. Here's a peek at some of my 'side work':

Auxiliary battery setup:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...5/Battery1.JPG
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...5/battery2.JPG

Roof Rack:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_ToA5whBE1/

Overhead Console:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_dtrt5hMZz/

Beach-Burban · 06-07-2020, 10:21 AM

Wow Pete...those are some nicely done projects! Your woodworking results look fantastic, and the gutter clamps look professional...but I'm getting the idea that you might have crafted those yourself!?!? A very nice alternative to the elusive "Quik N Easy" clamps for sure!

Woody

CG · 06-07-2020, 10:30 AM

Id like to see the auxiliary battery set up but it looks like you have to sign in first.

Any way you would consider putting your pictures here on the board in your member gallery? There is no charge and wont be any problems seeing your pics for folks.

Beats having to go to other sites just to see your pics. I like the roof rack and your console.

**Getter-Done** · 06-07-2020, 11:16 AM

Nice work.

That Overhead console looks well planned.
Everything in the right spot.
The roof rack is very nice also.
What type of wood did you use?

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gratefuldog · 06-07-2020, 11:31 AM

OK:

I was a little light on descriptions:

Woody- the rack gutter mounts were rolled out of 3/16 steel strap, then cut to shape with a plasma torch. The rack itself is 1" 16 gauge tube. The slats are Hickory (left over from a job.)

CG- moved the battery pics, and put up new links in the original post.
The auxiliary battery (lower, outboard) drives the radios, exterior lights, 12v power outlets,l inverter, etc. It is isolated from the main battery, except when the engine is running (but that can be shut off with a switch.) As of yesterday, it is being constantly charged by a 160W solar panel on the aft section of the roof rack.

Getter-Done- The wood on the rack is Hickory.
The overhead console is red oak, and the panels are aluminum. There are tri-band HAM, CB, and GMRS radios stuffed in there, along with a sub-fuse panel for lights and radios, voltmeters for both batteries, outside air temp gauge, and a thermostat for the window fan...

Average Joe · 06-08-2020, 03:25 AM

Thats a helluva rack! Nice work.

**HO455** · 06-08-2020, 09:19 AM

I have to ask about the perforated metal window screen?

And welcome aboard.

Beach-Burban · 06-08-2020, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HO455

I have to ask about the perforated metal window screen?

And welcome aboard.

HO455...it's a "Dog-Cooler" using a 10 inch fan for quick trips to the store. Californians are quick to assume "animal cruelty" and break out a window or two!

Woody

06-06-2020, 10:41 PM	#1
gratefuldog Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: North Hollywood, CA Posts: 17	A few "quarantine" projects... Hi folks: I'm finally back at work as of last Monday, and I'm glad to be back. That said, during my 'time off,' I've been going in to the shop at least four days every week; often more. Here's a peek at some of my 'side work': Auxiliary battery setup: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...5/Battery1.JPG http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...5/battery2.JPG Roof Rack: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_ToA5whBE1/ Overhead Console: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_dtrt5hMZz/ Last edited by gratefuldog; 06-07-2020 at 11:19 AM.

06-07-2020, 10:21 AM	#2
Beach-Burban Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: So. Torrance, CA Posts: 460	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... Wow Pete...those are some nicely done projects! Your woodworking results look fantastic, and the gutter clamps look professional...but I'm getting the idea that you might have crafted those yourself!?!? A very nice alternative to the elusive "Quik N Easy" clamps for sure! Woody

06-07-2020, 10:30 AM	#3
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,772	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... Id like to see the auxiliary battery set up but it looks like you have to sign in first. Any way you would consider putting your pictures here on the board in your member gallery? There is no charge and wont be any problems seeing your pics for folks. Beats having to go to other sites just to see your pics. I like the roof rack and your console. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291

06-07-2020, 11:16 AM	#4
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,719	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... Nice work. That Overhead console looks well planned. Everything in the right spot. The roof rack is very nice also. What type of wood did you use? . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

06-07-2020, 11:31 AM	#5
gratefuldog Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: North Hollywood, CA Posts: 17	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... OK: I was a little light on descriptions: Woody- the rack gutter mounts were rolled out of 3/16 steel strap, then cut to shape with a plasma torch. The rack itself is 1" 16 gauge tube. The slats are Hickory (left over from a job.) CG- moved the battery pics, and put up new links in the original post. The auxiliary battery (lower, outboard) drives the radios, exterior lights, 12v power outlets,l inverter, etc. It is isolated from the main battery, except when the engine is running (but that can be shut off with a switch.) As of yesterday, it is being constantly charged by a 160W solar panel on the aft section of the roof rack. Getter-Done- The wood on the rack is Hickory. The overhead console is red oak, and the panels are aluminum. There are tri-band HAM, CB, and GMRS radios stuffed in there, along with a sub-fuse panel for lights and radios, voltmeters for both batteries, outside air temp gauge, and a thermostat for the window fan...

06-08-2020, 03:25 AM	#6
Average Joe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 1,352	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... Thats a helluva rack! Nice work. __________________ 1967 C10 Suburban 454/TH400/3.07's An Average Joe and His 'Burb: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=775843

06-08-2020, 09:19 AM	#7
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,796	Re: A few "quarantine" projects... I have to ask about the perforated metal window screen? And welcome aboard. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377



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