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**67cheby** · 04-07-2012, 11:58 AM

dang son..you live in BIG BUCKS NEIGHBORHOOD or WHAT ??

72BlckButy · 04-07-2012, 05:11 PM

Looks like the move to SW MO was worth it.

**LEEVON** · 04-07-2012, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

dang son..you live in BIG BUCKS NEIGHBORHOOD or WHAT ??

If you mean the kind of neighborhood where we can afford to rent but not buy then yes

**67cheby** · 04-07-2012, 09:32 PM

Lol......we know you the big cheese !!
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72BlckButy · 04-07-2012, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

If you mean the kind of neighborhood where we can afford to rent but not buy then yes

**LEEVON** · 04-08-2012, 11:06 AM

Weld-on battery box:

**LEEVON** · 04-09-2012, 10:04 AM

Rear brake line tee and new lines. I used the "easy bend" line from O'Reilly's which is cheap and easy to use. I prefer the look of steel or stainless but I have to remember its just a rusty old truck. The braided cable bulkheads at c-notch frame plate, then 90's up to the front. I wish I could test my inverted double flares before the truck is all together.

Nothing special here, but we all like pics!

**67cheby** · 04-09-2012, 10:19 AM

looks good

52 Rat · 04-09-2012, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

Rear brake line tee and new lines. I used the "easy bend" line from O'Reilly's which is cheap and easy to use. I prefer the look of steel or stainless but I have to remember its just a rusty old truck. The braided cable bulkheads at c-notch frame plate, then 90's up to the front. I wish I could test my inverted double flares before the truck is all together.

Nothing special here, but we all like pics!

Nothing wrong with the line form O'Reilly's. That is what I used and will continue to use; good tubing. Pics. look good!

50-MO · 04-20-2012, 10:58 PM

Looks like your getting settled in! I move from Nixa and then you move there, what a bummer. I am pretty sure that I know where you live after the last comment you made and If I am correct I work with the lady in which you may be referring to. Actually, I oversee the collector car claims process over half of the US! Pretty small world.... You will have to come out to the NSRA kick off party we are having at our office in Springfield, there will be some real nice rides out there.

av8tr33337 · 04-20-2012, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 50-MO

Looks like your getting settled in! I move from Nixa and then you move there, what a bummer. I am pretty sure that I know where you live after the last comment you made and If I am correct I work with the lady in which you may be referring to. Actually, I oversee the collector car claims process over half of the US! Pretty small world.... You will have to come out to the NSRA kick off party we are having at our office in Springfield, there will be some real nice rides out there.

Hey I have relatives that have a dairy farm near conway. My Cousin has restored one of these Ad Trucks. I need to get over there and check it out in person someday.

**LEEVON** · 04-20-2012, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 50-MO

Looks like your getting settled in! I move from Nixa and then you move there, what a bummer. I am pretty sure that I know where you live after the last comment you made and If I am correct I work with the lady in which you may be referring to. Actually, I oversee the collector car claims process over half of the US! Pretty small world.... You will have to come out to the NSRA kick off party we are having at our office in Springfield, there will be some real nice rides out there.

Ahhh, yes I know of whom you speak! I just met Rex last week, but not Mrs. Clark yet...and if you happen to be Craig I am long time friends with your nephew Justin!!!

**LEEVON** · 04-20-2012, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by av8tr33337

Hey I have relatives that have a dairy farm near conway. My Cousin has restored one of these Ad Trucks. I need to get over there and check it out in person someday.

Come on down!

50-MO · 04-20-2012, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

Ahhh, yes I know of whom you speak! I just met Rex last week, but not Mrs. Clark yet...and if you happen to be Craig I am long time friends with your nephew Justin!!!

OK we are talking bout the same person. I am not Craig, my name is James Giles and Craig and I do a lot of work together, actually his other nephew Josh used to work for me.
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**LEEVON** · 04-21-2012, 12:13 AM

Small world! Nice start on your project too.

the1ted · 06-17-2012, 11:55 AM

Thanks for the connection. I look forward to meeting face to face soon since we are so close! (417 838 5937)

jmsaunders · 07-29-2012, 09:55 AM

I like what you're doing with this truck. May have to ummm 'borrow' some of your ideas

MaydayNeal · 08-26-2012, 11:12 PM

Hey Leevon...

The tire/wheel combo rocks dude!! Cant wait to see the final result. A very interesting trans you are using....seems like a great 4 speed alternative...basically a 3sp with OD....what a great option for these AD trucks. I've been searching the web and found lots of info about them....but they seem to be tuff to find. Did you find a online source or did you just find at you local bone yard??

Thanks!!
Neal

**LEEVON** · 08-27-2012, 10:14 AM

Thanks guys!

MaydayNeal, I'm kind of an opportunist with parts so I didn't set out to use the NP833 but one popped up on Craigslist so I grabbed it and went from there. I've seen a couple for sale since, one was on the HAMB and another one here but if you have a good junkyard they might keep an eye out. I think I posted the name of the place where I got the bellhousing, that dude was great to deal with. Even though he's out of state he might be a good resource. I also have a business card to a guy in texas who rebuilds manual transmissions and was at the Wichita swap meet this year. He had one with him...I might be able to find the card but no guarantees. I also told him what my plans for the trans are and he seemed to think it would take some abuse and if not, he could do some tricks to it.

**LEEVON** · 08-27-2012, 10:17 AM

Popeye has been waiting patiently in the corner...he's about to get some attention once again. I took this pic of him yesterday.

bjcaldwe · 08-27-2012, 11:45 AM

Glade to see you getting back at it.

**LEEVON** · 09-06-2012, 03:17 PM

I finally got organized and clean again after the 3 month detour getting my '71 back up to cruising duty standards. I need to tackle the cab rust on Popeye, it is a little overwhelming, but I bet a good long weekend would get it whooped. Any tips or experience to share with replacing the kick panels and toe boards?

PurdueSD · 09-06-2012, 04:04 PM

Just dig in! I sat and looked a my truck for over a year cause when you start thinking about doing this and that and the other it gets freaking overwhelming. Your cab looks pretty good other than the toe board corners.
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OrrieG · 09-06-2012, 07:14 PM

Make sure your brace the rest of the cab to keep it square while removing those critical corner pieces. Check your door fit as you go. Its a pain but much better than getting done and having to do it over or spend a lot of time modifying the doors.

big_b · 09-06-2012, 08:43 PM

your build is very inspirational! ive read good things about the New Process 3 speed /overdrive trans. I was going to buy one for my truck but wasnt ready for it when the guy decided to sell. i now have a muncie that i plan on installing in the next week or so. im disapointed to read that the under floor brake pedal hits the clutch arm. i dont want to relocate my master and quite like it under the floor, but i also really want a four speed!!!

04-07-2012, 11:58 AM	#326
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" dang son..you live in BIG BUCKS NEIGHBORHOOD or WHAT ?? __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

04-07-2012, 05:11 PM	#327
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project "Popeye" Looks like the move to SW MO was worth it. __________________ -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)

04-07-2012, 09:32 PM	#329
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" Lol......we know you the big cheese !! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

04-08-2012, 11:06 AM	#331
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Weld-on battery box: Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

04-09-2012, 10:04 AM	#332
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Rear brake line tee and new lines. I used the "easy bend" line from O'Reilly's which is cheap and easy to use. I prefer the look of steel or stainless but I have to remember its just a rusty old truck. The braided cable bulkheads at c-notch frame plate, then 90's up to the front. I wish I could test my inverted double flares before the truck is all together. Nothing special here, but we all like pics! Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 04-09-2012 at 10:10 AM.

04-09-2012, 10:19 AM	#333
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" looks good __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

04-20-2012, 10:58 PM	#335
50-MO Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Marshfield, MO Posts: 25	Re: Project "Popeye" Looks like your getting settled in! I move from Nixa and then you move there, what a bummer. I am pretty sure that I know where you live after the last comment you made and If I am correct I work with the lady in which you may be referring to. Actually, I oversee the collector car claims process over half of the US! Pretty small world.... You will have to come out to the NSRA kick off party we are having at our office in Springfield, there will be some real nice rides out there.

04-21-2012, 12:13 AM	#340
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Small world! Nice start on your project too. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

06-17-2012, 11:55 AM	#341
the1ted Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Rogersville MO Posts: 83	Re: Project "Popeye" Thanks for the connection. I look forward to meeting face to face soon since we are so close! (417 838 5937)

07-29-2012, 09:55 AM	#342
jmsaunders Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lebanon, TN Posts: 311	Re: Project "Popeye" I like what you're doing with this truck. May have to ummm 'borrow' some of your ideas __________________ J'aimi 54 Chevy 3100 5.3/4L60E (Plan to make summer daily driver) 54 Chevy 3600 "Destiny" future project (Plan to build for my daughter) 72 C10 current daily driver 74 Nova Son's DD (His 1st car, we had to start him off right) 00 F*rd Expedition wife's DD (She's the trader in the house and doesn't drive a GM )

08-26-2012, 11:12 PM	#343
MaydayNeal Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: KC, MO Posts: 3	Re: Project "Popeye" Hey Leevon... The tire/wheel combo rocks dude!! Cant wait to see the final result. A very interesting trans you are using....seems like a great 4 speed alternative...basically a 3sp with OD....what a great option for these AD trucks. I've been searching the web and found lots of info about them....but they seem to be tuff to find. Did you find a online source or did you just find at you local bone yard?? Thanks!! Neal

08-27-2012, 10:14 AM	#344
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Thanks guys! MaydayNeal, I'm kind of an opportunist with parts so I didn't set out to use the NP833 but one popped up on Craigslist so I grabbed it and went from there. I've seen a couple for sale since, one was on the HAMB and another one here but if you have a good junkyard they might keep an eye out. I think I posted the name of the place where I got the bellhousing, that dude was great to deal with. Even though he's out of state he might be a good resource. I also have a business card to a guy in texas who rebuilds manual transmissions and was at the Wichita swap meet this year. He had one with him...I might be able to find the card but no guarantees. I also told him what my plans for the trans are and he seemed to think it would take some abuse and if not, he could do some tricks to it. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

08-27-2012, 10:17 AM	#345
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Popeye has been waiting patiently in the corner...he's about to get some attention once again. I took this pic of him yesterday. Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

08-27-2012, 11:45 AM	#346
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" Glade to see you getting back at it. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

09-06-2012, 03:17 PM	#347
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" I finally got organized and clean again after the 3 month detour getting my '71 back up to cruising duty standards. I need to tackle the cab rust on Popeye, it is a little overwhelming, but I bet a good long weekend would get it whooped. Any tips or experience to share with replacing the kick panels and toe boards? Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids



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09-06-2012, 04:04 PM	#348
PurdueSD Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: the middle Posts: 296	Re: Project "Popeye" Just dig in! I sat and looked a my truck for over a year cause when you start thinking about doing this and that and the other it gets freaking overwhelming. Your cab looks pretty good other than the toe board corners. Posted via Mobile Device

09-06-2012, 07:14 PM	#349
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Project "Popeye" Make sure your brace the rest of the cab to keep it square while removing those critical corner pieces. Check your door fit as you go. Its a pain but much better than getting done and having to do it over or spend a lot of time modifying the doors. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

09-06-2012, 08:43 PM	#350
big_b Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Capital City B.C Posts: 59	Re: Project "Popeye" your build is very inspirational! ive read good things about the New Process 3 speed /overdrive trans. I was going to buy one for my truck but wasnt ready for it when the guy decided to sell. i now have a muncie that i plan on installing in the next week or so. im disapointed to read that the under floor brake pedal hits the clutch arm. i dont want to relocate my master and quite like it under the floor, but i also really want a four speed!!!

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