My intro. and a few things i need - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Juice63 · 10-08-2015, 12:20 AM

I am new to this forum, as a member, I have stalked this forum for quite a long time but this is my first post. My truck is a 1963 Chevy C10 and it is a work in progress. I have owned it for a little more than a year. My wife got it for me after my last deployment as a project to restore and enjoy. One of my main issues with doing things to the truck is the fact that I work on the road 20+ days a month and when I get home I dont want to do work to the truck. I just want to hop in and drive.
So that brings me to my issues:
Does anyone here rebuild vent windows or would someone be willing to rebuild mine? The idea of spending a weekend drilling rivets and then redoing them just doesnt work for me. I also can stomach the idea of paying over $240 each vent window for new replacements so I figured I would ask.
Also I am looking to have my gauge cluster redone. Id like it painted and restored to original quality. Does anyone offer that service?
Worst that can happen is no one replies right? Well let me know. Here is a picture or two of my truck.
As I make progress I am sure I will need more help or advice so I will add to this thread as needed and I will also update it with progress information. Thanks

BR3W CITY · 10-08-2015, 12:33 AM

I don't restore the factory clusters, but I'm able to build you a custom one if you decide to go the aftermarket route.

**Captainfab** · 10-08-2015, 12:41 AM

Welcome to the forum and thanks for your service

I don't know anyone off hand that does wing windows, but there are 2 forum members that rebuild gauge clusters. Those are members Tbone1964 and PGSigns.

63burban · 10-08-2015, 11:15 AM

There is a guy around here that does wing windows

Juice63 · 10-08-2015, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 63burban

There is a guy around here that does wing windows

Any idea who that guy is? I would like to just mail them off and get back a product I can install and drive with.

**PGSigns** · 10-08-2015, 12:41 PM

The one rivet on the wing windows is not bad. I can also be replaced with a #6 button head stainless steel screw with a lock nut. Then with a dremel tool trim the screw back to the nut. Paint it black when your done with a small brush and it is barely visible. I can help with the cluster if needed. Look at the ones I have in the for sale section.
Jimmy

62step · 10-09-2015, 10:07 AM

Are you trying to put weatherstripping on the vent windows? I'd like to know how to do that as well. Or who.

Juice63 · 10-09-2015, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 62step

Are you trying to put weatherstripping on the vent windows? I'd like to know how to do that as well. Or who.

It's more than just the weather stripping. I'd like the frame painted, weather stripping, new glass seated properly and a new knob. In the FAQ section there is a write up on how to rebuild them I just don't have the time to and I don't wanna start something else and not be able to finish it.

aggie91 · 10-09-2015, 11:47 AM

Welcome to the board!

For the vent windows try this member:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/member.php?u=111333

Precision Parts is a Gold Vendor on here. I believe they have done a number of vent window assemblies for other members on here.

Here is a link to a video they did on the vent windows for a 55-59 Chevy Truck.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SisvdXgScog

Hope this helps.

68JOHNDEERE · 10-09-2015, 12:18 PM

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10-08-2015, 12:20 AM	#1
Juice63 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Las Cruces Posts: 12	My intro. and a few things i need I am new to this forum, as a member, I have stalked this forum for quite a long time but this is my first post. My truck is a 1963 Chevy C10 and it is a work in progress. I have owned it for a little more than a year. My wife got it for me after my last deployment as a project to restore and enjoy. One of my main issues with doing things to the truck is the fact that I work on the road 20+ days a month and when I get home I dont want to do work to the truck. I just want to hop in and drive. So that brings me to my issues: Does anyone here rebuild vent windows or would someone be willing to rebuild mine? The idea of spending a weekend drilling rivets and then redoing them just doesnt work for me. I also can stomach the idea of paying over $240 each vent window for new replacements so I figured I would ask. Also I am looking to have my gauge cluster redone. Id like it painted and restored to original quality. Does anyone offer that service? Worst that can happen is no one replies right? Well let me know. Here is a picture or two of my truck. As I make progress I am sure I will need more help or advice so I will add to this thread as needed and I will also update it with progress information. Thanks Attached Images

10-08-2015, 12:33 AM	#2
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: My intro. and a few things i need I don't restore the factory clusters, but I'm able to build you a custom one if you decide to go the aftermarket route. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

10-08-2015, 12:41 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: My intro. and a few things i need Welcome to the forum and thanks for your service I don't know anyone off hand that does wing windows, but there are 2 forum members that rebuild gauge clusters. Those are members Tbone1964 and PGSigns. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

10-08-2015, 11:15 AM	#4
63burban Chevy addict Join Date: May 2012 Location: Iron Ridge, WI Posts: 1,085	Re: My intro. and a few things i need There is a guy around here that does wing windows

10-09-2015, 10:07 AM	#7
62step Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 156	Re: My intro. and a few things i need Are you trying to put weatherstripping on the vent windows? I'd like to know how to do that as well. Or who.

10-08-2015, 12:41 PM	#6
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: My intro. and a few things i need The one rivet on the wing windows is not bad. I can also be replaced with a #6 button head stainless steel screw with a lock nut. Then with a dremel tool trim the screw back to the nut. Paint it black when your done with a small brush and it is barely visible. I can help with the cluster if needed. Look at the ones I have in the for sale section. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

10-09-2015, 11:47 AM	#9
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: My intro. and a few things i need Welcome to the board! For the vent windows try this member: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/member.php?u=111333 Precision Parts is a Gold Vendor on here. I believe they have done a number of vent window assemblies for other members on here. Here is a link to a video they did on the vent windows for a 55-59 Chevy Truck. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SisvdXgScog Hope this helps. __________________ 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

10-09-2015, 12:18 PM	#10
68JOHNDEERE Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ringle Posts: 107	Re: My intro. and a few things i need Edited by Forum Staff Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified items. This includes but is not limited to What Its Worth, Want To Buy, Want To Trade, and For Sale. Please consider supporting the forum by subscribing. Further information on the subscription levels available are located here If you need any further assistance with that please contact any Admin for help. Last edited by 63 & 64 Bowties; 10-10-2015 at 07:55 AM. Reason: FS by non-subscribing member



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