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C/10 King · 03-03-2014, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Dubnova

Thanks……Coming from the KING thats a pretty good start. Just to let you know I was lurking around one day and came across the "Pumpkin" and the rest is history. Next thing I know I bought a 65 ….LOL

I think I need a 63 front grill and some white paint for the top. Your Pumpkin truck is very nice.

Thanks Buddy, yes! I would add a white top, it will look fantastic and complete the look!!!

But, to tell you the truth as much I love 63' grills, it would be hard for me to tamper with that stock beauty....... I would probably "try" to wait about 6 months then change it.

72BlckButy · 03-03-2014, 03:44 PM

Beautiful truck!

chevyrestoguy · 03-03-2014, 06:46 PM

Man, you weren't kidding when you said that the '65 was nice! That is an amazing truck.

Love the Nova, too. I was heavy into the '66-'67 Novas at one time, and I had a '67 Nova SS in Grenada Gold that reminds me of yours. Those are great little cars, and I love what you did to yours. A light little Nova with a blown LS has got to be a rocketship.

azdude1964 · 03-05-2014, 12:09 AM

please DONT CUT IT UP! I got a 65 ill sell you cheap it not all there but it a good base to start.........

Dubnova · 03-05-2014, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by chevyrestoguy

Man, you weren't kidding when you said that the '65 was nice! That is an amazing truck.

Love the Nova, too. I was heavy into the '66-'67 Novas at one time, and I had a '67 Nova SS in Grenada Gold that reminds me of yours. Those are great little cars, and I love what you did to yours. A light little Nova with a blown LS has got to be a rocketship.

The Nova is like a Racing GO Kart.

It was Grenada Gold when I got it but, I had it redone in sierra fawn. It's close though….. I will say the old truck vibe is gett'n good to me. I have been kicking around the idea of a LS swap but, for some reason I just can't pull the trigger on a LS in the 65. I know that the LS is THE way to go. Im kinda thinking a freshen up for the 283 or maybe a BIGBLOCK. LOL… The 283 does run like a top (except for the 2 barrel that needs trashed) maybe a small TBI EFI and a six speed. Heck….. I don't know. As far as cutting it up goes. I have to do something about the brakes and gas tank. Where I live we have way to much traffic for the no power drum brakes. I"ll be straight'n in out if I don't cut it up. Thanks guys...

rwade · 03-05-2014, 12:22 AM

LS, definitely.

Wade

aggie91 · 03-05-2014, 11:11 AM

Very nice truck and the nova too.

I would lean to the restomod style you mentioned. From the pictures, it looks like it was restored externally at least in the past. I don't think original paint could shine like that..

Just detail under hood and chassis to the hilt and drive it!

Low Elco · 03-05-2014, 11:17 AM

Damn, that's nice! Lovin' the Nova, as well!

Dubnova · 08-11-2014, 08:16 AM

I have been hard at work on the truck. Cab is off along with the bed and frame. All new CPP stuff is either on the frame or on my shelf (I ordered it a long time ago

) I went with a complete tubular frame kit with big brakes from the guys at CPP. New GMPP E-ROD LS3 with 4l65e should be here any day. I am soliciting some paint advise from you guys. While removing the gas tank brackets from the back of the cab I drilled out one of the spot welds a little to deep and cut a hole in the cab. So......I figured we might as well paint the whole truck. It has been painted once before by PO scuffing the lacquer and spraying a very thin fresh coat of blue with about 4 gallons of clear on top of the blue. The truck would shine but, it had a bunch of runs in the clear. The floor pan had a hole where the original PO had installed what looks like a C.B. cable and I welded it up. I am torn between the factory blue with a white top or a complete color change. I would like to keep the factory C10 vibe but, I really like the colors that you just don't see every day. What do you guys think? Sorry for no update pics of the build. My photo bucket account id screwed up right now. I will try again later today. Not my to show just a nice black frame with new parts.

chad64chevy · 08-15-2014, 12:53 PM

ok, got any pics of the truck!

Dubnova · 10-28-2014, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Dubnova

Well guys, I finally got around to taking a few picks of the "SIX FIVE"

Ok, guys I am getting ready to paint the 65 anybody have any suggestions on color combos?

I hate making choices....

duallyjams · 10-28-2014, 07:34 PM

two tone for sure, I like jade green and cream

RUN GMC · 12-27-2014, 01:52 AM

I dont know how i havent seen these rolling around town........very nice truck and great Nova...............

**Palf70Step** · 12-27-2014, 10:12 AM

Beautiful truck!

Sickfast1964 · 12-27-2014, 10:57 AM

I love the Blue, just add the white accent. Beautiful pair of rides

Dubnova · 12-27-2014, 11:05 AM

Blue......Uh.....Well...I do too but, some how the truck has ended up RED. Go figure. Sometimes I kinda let things get away from me. The bed has been painted and the cab / front end are getting close. Frame is done (with new Erod LS3) and CPP sup upgrades. I hope to get some pics up soon but, with the holidays and two teenage boys try to hunt everything that moves I am kind of busy.

Stay tuned.

Dubnova · 12-27-2014, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by RUN GMC

I dont know how i havent seen these rolling around town........very nice truck and great Nova...............

I got a feeling the Nova is going to turn into a truck

Dubnova · 12-28-2014, 08:10 PM

Ok, Update time!

More pics to follow in a day or so. Thanks for checking out the thread

Truck has been disassembled

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Frame rebuilt

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LS3 erod installed

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Parts painted!

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aggie91 · 12-28-2014, 08:40 PM

Loved the blue, but that red looks good too!

What all did you do to the chassis when you put it back together?

**lolife99** · 12-28-2014, 09:06 PM

so very nice,...

Jdm63 · 12-28-2014, 09:28 PM

Come On Man - you got more pics than that

DMc

Dubnova · 12-28-2014, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Jdm63

Come On Man - you got more pics than that

DMc

I know you got pics....Lets see um. New guys have to give up the pics

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Originally Posted by aggie91

Loved the blue, but that red looks good too!

What all did you do to the chassis when you put it back together?

Just a static drop (5/7) with all new CPP stuff and 13" brakes. I used their LS Swap stuff as well. We should have the body on the frame by spring time (I hope)

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Originally Posted by lolife99

so very nice,...

Thanks Keith

chocdrop · 12-28-2014, 10:54 PM

truck is awesome. Love the red, but your shop floor is amazing i like your whole setup

Jdm63 · 12-28-2014, 11:05 PM

[QUOTE=Dubnova;6975216]I know you got pics....Lets see um. New guys have to give up the pics

Yeah but I'm still tearin down - you're making progress and it's looking great.

Dubnova · 12-28-2014, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by chocdrop

truck is awesome. Love the red, but your shop floor is amazing i like your whole setup

Thanks, the floors is race deck and it is the bomb.

03-03-2014, 03:44 PM	#27
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Beautiful truck! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

03-03-2014, 06:46 PM	#28
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Man, you weren't kidding when you said that the '65 was nice! That is an amazing truck. Love the Nova, too. I was heavy into the '66-'67 Novas at one time, and I had a '67 Nova SS in Grenada Gold that reminds me of yours. Those are great little cars, and I love what you did to yours. A light little Nova with a blown LS has got to be a rocketship. __________________ Check out my latest endeavor: https://roundsixpod.com My build threads: '55 Chevy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247512 '64 C-20: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527

03-05-2014, 12:09 AM	#29
azdude1964 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: tucson,az Posts: 179	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... please DONT CUT IT UP! I got a 65 ill sell you cheap it not all there but it a good base to start......... __________________ efi 496bbc th350 custom brakes narrowed 9 coilover rear.

03-05-2014, 12:22 AM	#31
rwade Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisiana Posts: 970	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... LS, definitely. Wade

03-05-2014, 11:11 AM	#32
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Very nice truck and the nova too. I would lean to the restomod style you mentioned. From the pictures, it looks like it was restored externally at least in the past. I don't think original paint could shine like that.. Just detail under hood and chassis to the hilt and drive it! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

03-05-2014, 11:17 AM	#33
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Damn, that's nice! Lovin' the Nova, as well! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

08-11-2014, 08:16 AM	#34
Dubnova Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Madison Alabama Posts: 201	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... I have been hard at work on the truck. Cab is off along with the bed and frame. All new CPP stuff is either on the frame or on my shelf (I ordered it a long time ago ) I went with a complete tubular frame kit with big brakes from the guys at CPP. New GMPP E-ROD LS3 with 4l65e should be here any day. I am soliciting some paint advise from you guys. While removing the gas tank brackets from the back of the cab I drilled out one of the spot welds a little to deep and cut a hole in the cab. So......I figured we might as well paint the whole truck. It has been painted once before by PO scuffing the lacquer and spraying a very thin fresh coat of blue with about 4 gallons of clear on top of the blue. The truck would shine but, it had a bunch of runs in the clear. The floor pan had a hole where the original PO had installed what looks like a C.B. cable and I welded it up. I am torn between the factory blue with a white top or a complete color change. I would like to keep the factory C10 vibe but, I really like the colors that you just don't see every day. What do you guys think? Sorry for no update pics of the build. My photo bucket account id screwed up right now. I will try again later today. Not my to show just a nice black frame with new parts.

08-15-2014, 12:53 PM	#35
chad64chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: tulsa,ok. Posts: 1,803	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... ok, got any pics of the truck! __________________ my project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456163

10-28-2014, 07:34 PM	#37
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... two tone for sure, I like jade green and cream __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

12-27-2014, 01:52 AM	#38
RUN GMC Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: North AL Posts: 363	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... I dont know how i havent seen these rolling around town........very nice truck and great Nova............... __________________ http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/b...baae5d9a7e.jpg

12-27-2014, 10:12 AM	#39
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,611	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Beautiful truck! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-27-2014, 10:57 AM	#40
Sickfast1964 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Corinth, Texas Posts: 161	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... I love the Blue, just add the white accent. Beautiful pair of rides __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649661

12-27-2014, 11:05 AM	#41
Dubnova Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Madison Alabama Posts: 201	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Blue......Uh.....Well...I do too but, some how the truck has ended up RED. Go figure. Sometimes I kinda let things get away from me. The bed has been painted and the cab / front end are getting close. Frame is done (with new Erod LS3) and CPP sup upgrades. I hope to get some pics up soon but, with the holidays and two teenage boys try to hunt everything that moves I am kind of busy. Stay tuned.

12-28-2014, 08:10 PM	#43
Dubnova Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Madison Alabama Posts: 201	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Ok, Update time! More pics to follow in a day or so. Thanks for checking out the thread Truck has been disassembled [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Frame rebuilt [IMG][/IMG] LS3 erod installed [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Parts painted! [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG]

12-28-2014, 08:40 PM	#44
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Loved the blue, but that red looks good too! What all did you do to the chassis when you put it back together? __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square



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12-28-2014, 09:06 PM	#45
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12-28-2014, 09:28 PM	#46
Jdm63 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 52	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... Come On Man - you got more pics than that DMc

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12-28-2014, 11:05 PM	#49
Jdm63 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 52	Re: 65 Big Window Build / Retro Mod …... [QUOTE=Dubnova;6975216]I know you got pics....Lets see um. New guys have to give up the pics Yeah but I'm still tearin down - you're making progress and it's looking great.

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