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greg65 · 03-26-2011, 09:33 PM

Changed out my 1 1/2 inch dropped springs and replaced them with 2 inch dropped springs. Back when the front sheetmetal was still on it did not sit the way I wanted it to. So now it is lowered 4 1/2 inches in front instead of 4 inches. This is also the first big job my son helped me with. I hel the spring in place and let him operate the jack. Good day all around.

markeb01 · 03-27-2011, 02:06 AM

It’s great when you can involve your kids. My oldest son started in the garage early in life, passing wrenches or just hanging out. By the time he was 15 he had become such a dependable apprentice I’d have him button up the bottom of my engines and never needed to double check his work.

C-10cutty · 03-28-2011, 07:26 AM

Finally got some paint down on cab interior 6 weeks ago:

steverino66 · 03-29-2011, 02:47 PM

fabbed up new brackets for center jump seat - funny part of the story: I set my pants on fire with the cutoff wheel on the grinder (note to idiot self: stand to the side when grinding)

glendale · 03-29-2011, 08:28 PM

posted mine on craigs list lastnight. at a low price so it will go away. i want to finish my plymouth...

1966Stepside · 03-29-2011, 10:06 PM

Picked up my 5.3\4L60e
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kalirodding · 03-31-2011, 12:22 AM

Removed the black rattle can paint of the hood and bed, found original patina and paint underneath.
Before

After

LeftCoast32 · 03-31-2011, 01:48 AM

We still have a few days of work on the cab in preperation for Media Blasting. I will keep the pictures coming as promised!

Cab on the new rolling stand

Parts prepared for Powdercoat

Parts prepared for Media Blasting

kiknrocks · 03-31-2011, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalirodding

Removed the black rattle can paint of the hood and bed, found original patina and paint underneath.
Before

After

Man that truck looks good!
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knuckledragger · 03-31-2011, 11:22 AM

yesterday i finished the door reseal and assembled the doors,resealed the rear window,reinstalled the radio,put weatherstrip on the driver door opening.Waiting for the glass guy to install my windshield and off to the inspection station.

markeb01 · 03-31-2011, 01:10 PM

Went to the quarter car wash today and gave her a bath for the first time in 6 months. Did the best I could to blow off all the crud that use to be hidden by the inner fenders. I’m curious to see how much of the shiny POR-15 remains intact on the control arms and crossmember, but further clean up and detailing will have to wait for better weather. The last picture shows what it looked like before installation many years ago.

nachodog2 · 03-31-2011, 09:32 PM

i refit and sealed my tonneau cover, now it's ready for some tuck and roll.

willyp · 04-01-2011, 05:15 PM

well not today but just finished up over the past couple weeks in time for a parade tomorrow and cruise in tonight.

new seatbelts, kickpanels,carpet, and got my seat reupholstered

willyp · 04-01-2011, 05:21 PM

got a new fuel gauge from the truck shop, but the back plate was a different shape, behind the dash it didnt fit good so i changed the back plate off my old one. wonder if anybody else had this problem.....looks 100% better and works like a champ now. next project is to finish the oak bed.

61_FL_Apache · 04-01-2011, 06:11 PM

Chome center dust caps.

$5 find on Ebay.

kiknrocks · 04-01-2011, 08:09 PM

Just finished installing the wood floor after cutting and routering it.

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Revoh · 04-02-2011, 08:53 PM

More progress. Painted the new fenders, new moldings, 2" drop, original style hubcaps. Things are happenin' now!

C-10cutty · 04-03-2011, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Revoh

More progress. Painted the new fenders, new moldings, 2" drop, original style hubcaps. Things are happenin' now!

Nice looking truck.

Finally getting paint down on my '62. Interior is done, doors done, top of cab is done in cameo white. Next up is cab, fenders, cowl vent, grill, bumpers, etc., etc.

It's a long haul....

Blue Heeler · 04-03-2011, 11:04 AM

[quote=greg65;4580053]Changed out my 1 1/2 inch dropped springs and replaced them with 2 inch dropped springs. Back when the front sheetmetal was still on it did not sit the way I wanted it to. So now it is lowered 4 1/2 inches in front instead of 4 inches. This is also the first big job my son helped me with. I hel the spring in place and let him operate the jack. Good day all around.[/quot

Ooooooooooooooooops. I did something wrong.

steverino66 · 04-03-2011, 05:11 PM

roughed out new gauge panel - 1/8" masonite base, plan to cover it with the same tan leather I'll use for door panels later, probably repaint the bezel a satin black

mr andrerson · 04-03-2011, 05:14 PM

the t5 got a custom shifter....

**70inline6** · 04-03-2011, 05:34 PM

Installed the main power feed wire harness, VR, horn, horn relay.

jbgroby · 04-03-2011, 06:22 PM

Started the Wiring process. Mounted the fuse block and routed the wires for the Engine, tail lights and dash stuff. Will stop there as I need some help trying to figure out how to wire in the stuff.

Rich 5150 69 · 04-03-2011, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Went to the quarter car wash today and gave her a bath for the first time in 6 months. Did the best I could to blow off all the crud that use to be hidden by the inner fenders. I’m curious to see how much of the shiny POR-15 remains intact on the control arms and crossmember, but further clean up and detailing will have to wait for better weather. The last picture shows what it looked like before installation many years ago.

Hey Mark have you ever noticed whether or not your truck had run cooler without your front fender wells...?

HillfromTn · 04-03-2011, 11:41 PM

Removed the windshield, started stripping down the dash. Did a little sanding on the rear fenders. Tried to convince wifey I REALLY need to buy this sweet 56 chevy I found. Guess which thing didn't go over well in the Hill household...

03-26-2011, 09:33 PM	#2776
greg65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Daphne, Al Posts: 1,120	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Changed out my 1 1/2 inch dropped springs and replaced them with 2 inch dropped springs. Back when the front sheetmetal was still on it did not sit the way I wanted it to. So now it is lowered 4 1/2 inches in front instead of 4 inches. This is also the first big job my son helped me with. I hel the spring in place and let him operate the jack. Good day all around. Attached Images __________________ 1965 c-10 swb 1997 c-1500 extended cab 2004 tahoe 1993 mustang gt BUILD THREAD:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336653

03-27-2011, 02:06 AM	#2777
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? It’s great when you can involve your kids. My oldest son started in the garage early in life, passing wrenches or just hanging out. By the time he was 15 he had become such a dependable apprentice I’d have him button up the bottom of my engines and never needed to double check his work.

03-28-2011, 07:26 AM	#2778
C-10cutty Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Galesburg, Kansas Posts: 174	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Finally got some paint down on cab interior 6 weeks ago: Attached Images

03-29-2011, 02:47 PM	#2779
steverino66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: oklahoma Posts: 663	Re: What did you do to your truck today? fabbed up new brackets for center jump seat - funny part of the story: I set my pants on fire with the cutoff wheel on the grinder (note to idiot self: stand to the side when grinding) Attached Images

03-29-2011, 08:28 PM	#2780
glendale Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: sacramento,ca Posts: 338	Re: What did you do to your truck today? posted mine on craigs list lastnight. at a low price so it will go away. i want to finish my plymouth...

03-29-2011, 10:06 PM	#2781
1966Stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: North, AL Posts: 135	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Picked up my 5.3\4L60e Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Truck Pics http://s886.photobucket.com/albums/a...ew%20Purchase/

03-31-2011, 12:22 AM	#2782
kalirodding CLASSIX Truck Club Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Lodi Ca Posts: 318	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Removed the black rattle can paint of the hood and bed, found original patina and paint underneath. Before After

03-31-2011, 01:48 AM	#2783
LeftCoast32 Custom Builder Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Carlsbad, California Posts: 908	Re: What did you do to your truck today? We still have a few days of work on the cab in preperation for Media Blasting. I will keep the pictures coming as promised! Cab on the new rolling stand Parts prepared for Powdercoat Parts prepared for Media Blasting __________________ 1932 Chevy Roadster Car and Pick-Up - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465709 1966 K20 Factory 4X4 - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=455484 (Sold) 1972 K5 Blazer (Sold) - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=87530 2007 TrailBlazer SS - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post4706534

03-31-2011, 11:22 AM	#2785
knuckledragger Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Hutto,Texas!! Posts: 160	Re: What did you do to your truck today? yesterday i finished the door reseal and assembled the doors,resealed the rear window,reinstalled the radio,put weatherstrip on the driver door opening.Waiting for the glass guy to install my windshield and off to the inspection station. __________________ 65 c-10 swb,bbw,step,402/t350,sold!! 1979 c10 Silverado,250,auto,gonna have a 3/5 drop,and twice pipes!Sold Bought the wife a 84 gmc short step

03-31-2011, 01:10 PM	#2786
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Went to the quarter car wash today and gave her a bath for the first time in 6 months. Did the best I could to blow off all the crud that use to be hidden by the inner fenders. I’m curious to see how much of the shiny POR-15 remains intact on the control arms and crossmember, but further clean up and detailing will have to wait for better weather. The last picture shows what it looked like before installation many years ago. Last edited by markeb01; 03-31-2011 at 10:38 PM.

03-31-2011, 09:32 PM	#2787
nachodog2 Hell yeah!!! Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: canyon country Ca. Posts: 264	Re: What did you do to your truck today? i refit and sealed my tonneau cover, now it's ready for some tuck and roll. Attached Images __________________ Stock is good but custom is the sh*t!

04-01-2011, 05:15 PM	#2788
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? well not today but just finished up over the past couple weeks in time for a parade tomorrow and cruise in tonight. new seatbelts, kickpanels,carpet, and got my seat reupholstered Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

04-01-2011, 05:21 PM	#2789
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? got a new fuel gauge from the truck shop, but the back plate was a different shape, behind the dash it didnt fit good so i changed the back plate off my old one. wonder if anybody else had this problem.....looks 100% better and works like a champ now. next project is to finish the oak bed. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

04-01-2011, 06:11 PM	#2790
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,065	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chome center dust caps. $5 find on Ebay. __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold) Last edited by 61_FL_Apache; 04-01-2011 at 06:11 PM.

04-01-2011, 08:09 PM	#2791
kiknrocks 65 Chevy Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: LODI Ca Posts: 144	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Just finished installing the wood floor after cutting and routering it.[ Posted via Mobile Device



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04-02-2011, 08:53 PM	#2792
Revoh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Music City, U.S.A. Posts: 638	Re: What did you do to your truck today? More progress. Painted the new fenders, new moldings, 2" drop, original style hubcaps. Things are happenin' now! __________________ 1963 C-10 My car blog, for your reading pleasure.

04-03-2011, 11:04 AM	#2794
Blue Heeler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Venice, Ca. Posts: 314	Re: What did you do to your truck today? [quote=greg65;4580053]Changed out my 1 1/2 inch dropped springs and replaced them with 2 inch dropped springs. Back when the front sheetmetal was still on it did not sit the way I wanted it to. So now it is lowered 4 1/2 inches in front instead of 4 inches. This is also the first big job my son helped me with. I hel the spring in place and let him operate the jack. Good day all around.[/quot Ooooooooooooooooops. I did something wrong. Last edited by Blue Heeler; 04-03-2011 at 11:09 AM.

04-03-2011, 05:11 PM	#2795
steverino66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: oklahoma Posts: 663	Re: What did you do to your truck today? roughed out new gauge panel - 1/8" masonite base, plan to cover it with the same tan leather I'll use for door panels later, probably repaint the bezel a satin black Attached Images

04-03-2011, 05:14 PM	#2796
mr andrerson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: riverside ca Posts: 152	Re: What did you do to your truck today? the t5 got a custom shifter.... Attached Images

04-03-2011, 05:34 PM	#2797
70inline6 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pell City, AL Posts: 255	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed the main power feed wire harness, VR, horn, horn relay. Attached Images __________________ Brad Smith 1983 C10, Fleet, 305/Auto 2011 Indian Chief Blackhawk Dark 2021 Indian Challenger Previous 1960 C10, LBFS, 235/3 OTT 1963 C20, LBFS, 235/3 OTT 1964 C10, SBSS, 350/Auto (GMC) 1966 C10, LBSS, 250/3OTT 1970 C10, LBSS, 250/3OTT 1978 C35, CC Dually, 454/Auto

04-03-2011, 06:22 PM	#2798
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,768	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started the Wiring process. Mounted the fuse block and routed the wires for the Engine, tail lights and dash stuff. Will stop there as I need some help trying to figure out how to wire in the stuff. Attached Images __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

04-03-2011, 11:41 PM	#2800
HillfromTn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Greeneville, Tn Posts: 16	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Removed the windshield, started stripping down the dash. Did a little sanding on the rear fenders. Tried to convince wifey I REALLY need to buy this sweet 56 chevy I found. Guess which thing didn't go over well in the Hill household...

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