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In The Ten Ring · 09-17-2017, 03:38 PM

I wish I had kept a "truck rebuild diary." I could have bought a journal type book, preferably same color as my truck, and wrote what I did each day and what I thought about it.

I did this for each of my 35 skydives, it's pretty neat to read. I did it also every day of my 1997 trip to India.....

**truckster** · 09-17-2017, 05:55 PM

That's a great idea.

Andy4639 · 09-18-2017, 06:57 AM

No way! I wouldn't want any proof that my wife could get her hands on what I spent are did are anything else about the truck stuff! No way.

custom10nut · 09-18-2017, 11:49 AM

I like the journal idea. That and pictures. I wish I had the discipline to write everything down and take pictures of everything I've done. Maybe it's time to buckle down and turn over a new leaf?

**FleetsidePaul** · 09-18-2017, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

No way! I wouldn't want any proof that my wife could get her hands on what I spent are did are anything else about the truck stuff! No way.

Amen Brother !!

In The Ten Ring · 09-18-2017, 02:36 PM

Thanks guys. I think I'll take my own advice and start a truck journal. I love to write and I have to tell you, sitting down and writing out the day's events and your emotions does help you to sleep at night. I used to do this every evening before bed for years.

Custom 68 · 09-18-2017, 02:41 PM

I hadn't thought of it that way Ten Ring as I sure have the days events playing out in my head sometimes at night.
I went to Africa and kept a journal for that trip. I didn't do a very good job as I am not used to sitting and writing the events but wish I had done a better job.
I get busy on my projects and dont do very good documentation. I am trying to get better as I am working on my Camaro and with these cell phones we usually have a camera close.
Dave

Andy4639 · 09-18-2017, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Custom 68

I hadn't thought of it that way Ten Ring as I sure have the days events playing out in my head sometimes at night.
I went to Africa and kept a journal for that trip. I didn't do a very good job as I am not used to sitting and writing the events but wish I had done a better job.
I get busy on my projects and dont do very good documentation. I am trying to get better as I am working on my Camaro and with these cell phones we usually have a camera close.
Dave

Then where are the pictures of this Camaro you speak of sir?

rockyrivermark · 09-18-2017, 07:55 PM

Hide the receipts!

SeanB242 · 09-18-2017, 08:44 PM

Great idea. Just wanted to add, Im sure most of us are using a smart phone and there are lots of apps for a daily journal that also let you add pictures. Great idea Ten Ring.

**Steeveedee** · 09-18-2017, 08:54 PM

Yeah, I visit the local parts store about every 3 to 4 weeks since I sold my '68 Skylark GS and only have the truck. It used to be up to several times in a week. The truck's going to be seeing some cash thrown at it this year, once I heal from my hand surgery. Rebuild the engine, fix the AC, miscellaneous after that. Rebuilt the front end (with new disc brakes), rebuilt rear brakes and a new camper shell, so far. Oh, and new tires and shocks on it (already installed). I guess I should replace the rear leaf springs- I can see that some leaves are wearing pretty badly. Good thing I got it for free...

Custom 68 · 09-19-2017, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Then where are the pictures of this Camaro you speak of sir?

Ha you caught me Andy. I will need to post some. Its a behind the back burner project. Kinda slow.
Dave

09-17-2017, 03:38 PM	#1
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	A very basic thing I wish I had done. I wish I had kept a "truck rebuild diary." I could have bought a journal type book, preferably same color as my truck, and wrote what I did each day and what I thought about it. I did this for each of my 35 skydives, it's pretty neat to read. I did it also every day of my 1997 trip to India.....

09-17-2017, 05:55 PM	#2
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,809	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. That's a great idea. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

09-18-2017, 06:57 AM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. No way! I wouldn't want any proof that my wife could get her hands on what I spent are did are anything else about the truck stuff! No way. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-18-2017, 11:49 AM	#4
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,850	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. I like the journal idea. That and pictures. I wish I had the discipline to write everything down and take pictures of everything I've done. Maybe it's time to buckle down and turn over a new leaf?

09-18-2017, 02:36 PM	#6
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. Thanks guys. I think I'll take my own advice and start a truck journal. I love to write and I have to tell you, sitting down and writing out the day's events and your emotions does help you to sleep at night. I used to do this every evening before bed for years.

09-18-2017, 02:41 PM	#7
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. I hadn't thought of it that way Ten Ring as I sure have the days events playing out in my head sometimes at night. I went to Africa and kept a journal for that trip. I didn't do a very good job as I am not used to sitting and writing the events but wish I had done a better job. I get busy on my projects and dont do very good documentation. I am trying to get better as I am working on my Camaro and with these cell phones we usually have a camera close. Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

09-18-2017, 07:55 PM	#9
rockyrivermark Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Fairview Park, Ohio Posts: 1,031	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. Hide the receipts! __________________ My build page http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=764662 My cabinet building site http://www.cbcabinets.com

09-18-2017, 08:44 PM	#10
SeanB242 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Bonne Terre MO Posts: 192	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. Great idea. Just wanted to add, Im sure most of us are using a smart phone and there are lots of apps for a daily journal that also let you add pictures. Great idea Ten Ring.

09-18-2017, 08:54 PM	#11
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,114	Re: A very basic thing I wish I had done. Yeah, I visit the local parts store about every 3 to 4 weeks since I sold my '68 Skylark GS and only have the truck. It used to be up to several times in a week. The truck's going to be seeing some cash thrown at it this year, once I heal from my hand surgery. Rebuild the engine, fix the AC, miscellaneous after that. Rebuilt the front end (with new disc brakes), rebuilt rear brakes and a new camper shell, so far. Oh, and new tires and shocks on it (already installed). I guess I should replace the rear leaf springs- I can see that some leaves are wearing pretty badly. Good thing I got it for free... __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA



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