"Sweet Pea" 1975 Cheyenne 20

[mingoman]

Nice truck and upgrades. You definitely found a clean one!

[ShortHaul]

Little bit of an update...

Got the Amp and speakers wired up, and it sounds GREAT!!! It's super easy to use, bluetooth connects to the phone right away and plays music, even handles the phone calls! I'm pretty pumped to be honest. I love having great tunes and modern amenities, all while keeping a completely factory looking dash.

Here's the speaker mounting bracket I made. I traced the outline of the stock 4x10 speaker onto a sheet of 1/2" plastic from TAP, ($2.15 from their scrap pile) and cut it out, then used a 3 1/8" hole saw to cut out the speaker holes. I ended up using 1/2" spacers to drop the mount lower so the tweeter domes didn't stick up though the top of the metal dash and interfere with the dash pad.

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So the one issue I've had is in wiring up the stock AM-FM radio to the amp. I tried to avoid pulling the radio out, so I pulled out the speaker connection plug from the back of the Delco AM/FM. It looks like this:

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Not sure what the ABCD refers to, I was hoping I'd see +- signs or at least front/rear left/right... so I guess I have to troubleshoot the plugs and see what works. The Amp has speaker-level inputs, so if I do it properly I will be able to play the AM-FM through the amp and speakers as well.

I was running short on time and had to throw the seat back in, so for now its not hooked up.

I also ordered more boom mat carpet underlay, and a new molded carpet kit from ACC (through RockAuto, $119 +SH, Tax)

Once that stuff arrives I'll pull the seat again and finish up that project.

[ShortHaul]

Also managed to replace a broken passenger side mirror glass, change the oil and filter, and flush my radiator about a thousand times...


Started off with this mess...

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and after about 10 flushes I'm down to this

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I am going to hit it a few more times tomorrow then fill it up with antifreeze...Pretty nasty in there. Makes me wonder how long its been since that was changed!

[MTCK]

Solid work. Do you have a link for the amp? I’ve got the 6x9’s in my camper truck but probably need a set in the plow truck.

[ShortHaul]

Originally Posted by MTCK

Solid work. Do you have a link for the amp? I’ve got the 6x9’s in my camper truck but probably need a set in the plow truck.

Thanks!

Here’s the amp

https://www.amazon.com/Infinity-K4-1...gateway&sr=8-1

It looks like that model has been replaced in Infinity’s lineup by a non-Bluetooth amp, so be careful when ordering. I found that Crutchfield only carried the new amp, but was able to find this one on a handful of sites. Amazon was cheapest as usual.

I didn’t really know these existed, so when I called Crutchfield and explained what I wanted to do, they had a handful of solid suggestions for Bluetooth amps. JL makes a very similar model. I guess these setups are common for boats, Side by Sides and RV’s, basically allows you to use your phone as the head unit, without the need for an actual stereo.

[Stepside79]

That's a very clean truck!

[ShortHaul]

Went ahead and ordered the Wheel Vintiques Series 82, 16”x8” 8 Lug Steelies. Went with Jegs, and the shipping date says June...

I know there are current frustrations with WV, but they make the wheel I need! I had their Series 62 15’s on my ‘70 and I loved them, so here’s hoping for the best!

[pitterpat]

That is a good looking truck! Congrats!!

[86454k30]

Not sure how I missed this one for sale! Nice find, always liked the green/white combo....4x4 conversion and it'd be perfection for me!

[ShortHaul]

Originally Posted by pitterpat

That is a good looking truck! Congrats!!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by 86454k30

Not sure how I missed this one for sale! Nice find, always liked the green/white combo....4x4 conversion and it'd be perfection for me!

Trust me, the thought has crossed my mind more than once...

I just keep repeating "but it runs so good dont mess with it" over and over again!

I was just looking at some more heavy duty front springs to possibly level it out a tad...

Also, scored a great set of 3/4 caps, Thanks PICKMUP, now just waiting forever for the Steelies from Wheel Vintiques.

New carpet from ACC arrived, but it's raining now so I'm gonna wait a few days before I tackle that one.

Speaker stuff is almost all complete, bluetooth works awesome and speakers sound GREAT! Just gotta wire up the am/fm radio to the amp so I can still tune in my local stations... Posted a 'help' thread over in the audio section. Feel free to stop over there and offer any advice.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=783950

[notsolo]

Beautiful truck and getting better with some nice updates...

[82Diesel]

Sweet ass truck! Love the colour my Pontiac LeMans is like this! 1-yr only interior/exterior!

Does anyone know if they still sell factory Speakers for these trucks? Mines a 82 K10

[ShortHaul]

Finished up the wiring on my stereo system. Now it plays the factory AM/FM radio through, as well as bluetooth connection to my phone. So happy with this setup. Everything hidden, factory radio in dash, and all the awesome tunes I could ever want!

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Also added more carpet underlay and a fresh carpet in "Willow Green" from ACC. Install was pretty straightforward. Took a little massaging in the corners, but overall fairly painless.

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Love these mats. Previous owner had a thing for Mooneyes products I guess (note the bag hanging on the floor vent knob too) and it goes so well with the green interior that I am just gonna keep it as is.

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[ShortHaul]

Originally Posted by notsolo

Beautiful truck and getting better with some nice updates...

Thank you!

Originally Posted by Stepside79

That's a very clean truck!

Sure is! After my previous '70 SWB was kind of a basket case, I'm really loving having a truck that's all there, everything works, and isn't hard to look at.

Originally Posted by 82Diesel

Sweet ass truck! Love the colour my Pontiac LeMans is like this! 1-yr only interior/exterior!

Does anyone know if they still sell factory Speakers for these trucks? Mines a 82 K10

Wow, never seen any other cars in this color... although the new camaros have a pretty bright green going these days...

Factory speakers? check Retrosound. They make factory replacements for most vintage vehicles. But to be honest, their stuff is overpriced for what you get. Your truck most likely has 3.5" speakers in the dash which you can replace with nearly any 3.5" speaker with little to no modification, and whether or not your truck came with kick panel or behind the seat speakers those are easily replaceable with higher quality speakers for far less.

Going back to factory for any reason other then correct restoration is not worth it.

Call Crutchfield, they have great customer service and will advise you on speaker selection.

[pitterpat]

Originally Posted by ShortHaul

Finished up the wiring on my stereo system. Now it plays the factory AM/FM radio through, as well as bluetooth connection to my phone. So happy with this setup. Everything hidden, factory radio in dash, and all the awesome tunes I could ever want!

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Also added more carpet underlay and a fresh carpet in "Willow Green" from ACC. Install was pretty straightforward. Took a little massaging in the corners, but overall fairly painless.

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Love these mats. Previous owner had a thing for Mooneyes products I guess (note the bag hanging on the floor vent knob too) and it goes so well with the green interior that I am just gonna keep it as is.

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Man, that is really nice. Looks awesome!!

[lowbrow454]

Good work. Love this color combo!

[lowbrow454]

Was looking at the same sound deadener. About how many sheets did it take to cover? Looking forward to seeing how it works out.

[ShortHaul]

Originally Posted by lowbrow454

Was looking at the same sound deadener. About how many sheets did it take to cover? Looking forward to seeing how it works out.

I used "Kilmat" brand from Amazon, 36 sqft. Covered the entire floor and back of cab, plus a sheet or two extra for the speaker enclosures. Seemed to be same quality or pretty close to dynamat, hushmat etc. When buying, do yourself a favor and purchase a high quality roller, you use the HECK out that thing to get it all down flat. I got a wooden handled one from Noico (also amazon)

Cab sounds nice and quiet now!

[ShortHaul]

Sweet Pea blending in with the Spring colors...

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Also used the Year Of Manufacture license plate program to run a sweet set of proper plates. Scored the plates from a buddy, and the stickers from Old Plate Guy. Just need some cool plate frames to complete the look.

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[lowbrow454]

Originally Posted by ShortHaul

I used "Kilmat" brand from Amazon, 36 sqft. Covered the entire floor and back of cab, plus a sheet or two extra for the speaker enclosures. Seemed to be same quality or pretty close to dynamat, hushmat etc. When buying, do yourself a favor and purchase a high quality roller, you use the HECK out that thing to get it all down flat. I got a wooden handled one from Noico (also amazon)

Cab sounds nice and quiet now!

I'm sold on it. Thanks!

[pitterpat]

@Short Haul

Is that the original steering column on your truck?

[ShortHaul]

Originally Posted by pitterpat

@Short Haul

Is that the original steering column on your truck?

Far as I know... I’d be pretty surprised if it wasn’t, aside from the steering wheel (which was included in the sale) the interior is awfully stock.

[PAWS 72]

Truck looks very nice. Interior is looking great. I'm going to look at the amp.

[layinrocker65]

Man your truck looks awesome. Hope to see it cruising around Sonoma County. Makes me wish my 74 was still two tone

[chevyboy73]

very clean truck, green is such an underrated color!

Not sure if it was answered earlier but I believe that is a camaro steering wheel, my mom has the same one in her chevelle