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1Bad62Pro/Street · 02-22-2011, 11:41 AM

Unique!

http://www.sporttruck.com/featuredve...c10/index.html

SIR · 02-22-2011, 02:18 PM

throw a few of mine in....

creep · 02-22-2011, 10:34 PM

People seem to dig my battery box idea...

**jocko** · 02-22-2011, 10:37 PM

That's COOL. I hope it's bolted in or you might lose your lunch! Jocko LIKE.

creep · 02-22-2011, 10:45 PM

Yeah, the box is held down by 4 bolts that go through a metal tray, the bottom of the box and the bed wood. Aint goin' anywhere.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 03-01-2011, 05:32 PM

There is this option as well
Heavy Duty RV Battery Box.
I may use this behind my seat.
Heavy Duty Battery Box - (In Cab Storage)(Behind the Seat)

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...tery-box/52134

Optima Battery Dry Cell Battery:

1Bad62Pro/Street · 03-01-2011, 05:53 PM

For all the fellas that have been PMing me about my truck...
Here are the Modifications/Customizations I have done on her lately:
Cutting and welding and shoe horning in!
Project: "Full Metal Yellow Jacket" Build Thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...60#post4522760

1Bad62Pro/Street · 03-24-2011, 03:23 PM

To The Top!

Power Windows:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=403946

63 C10 one piece windows
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3768123

YouTube - Suicide doors '63 C10

YouTube - '63 one piece power windows

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-13-2011, 09:37 AM

Front Roll Pan:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456502

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=150005

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423958

Rear Bumpers/Roll Pans:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=463338

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=366271

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=454512

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=395661

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-13-2011, 09:51 AM

Fiberglass Truck Bed Lids Soft/Hard Tonneau Covers

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=463252

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3697464

tripleD · 05-13-2011, 12:33 PM

bagging is next

Mechanic77 · 05-13-2011, 04:17 PM

Quote:

[B]Rear Bumpers/Roll Pans:

Can anybody tell me what this rear bumper comes off of?

csa daddy · 05-13-2011, 04:40 PM

67-72 i think if not then its a 73-78 or 79

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-13-2011, 04:53 PM

Yep!
http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/.../t.aspx?Page=1
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trustyrusty65 · 05-31-2011, 12:44 PM

Here's a weird one I found on the Sacramento Craigslist. The pic is not good, but it looks like somebody carried the body line all the way around the back of the bed and grafted the front of a 60-61 hood to the roll pan area.

Here is the link to the ad:http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/2400100249.html

jimmydean · 05-31-2011, 01:40 PM

What has been done for steering wheels? I see a lot of the same old thing, Impala wheel, deluxe wheel, billet/custom wheel, OE late model truck wheel, but has anyone done anything different?

I know a few people have done different dashes, but it seems like everyone does the same basic wheels. Maybe I just have too many ideas that are so crazy, nobody else thinks they are worth the time/effort, or maybe I'm just crazy.

I have an idea for mine, but it seems I have a taste for the hard to come by (even though this damn wheel is in 90% of the photos I've seen). I have a few options in the works and hope to have my wheel here, mocked up, and ready to roll by the end of next month. If I can't find the exact wheel I want, my second/third options are still pretty cool.

markeb01 · 05-31-2011, 02:23 PM

My favorite wheel has always been the early Covico.

They are distinctive in having a shallow dish and equally spaced spokes. They were very inexpensive when new, and as a result very few decent examples remain. I’ve also always favored the 58-59 Impala wheel since they day they came out.

But if I were to do something different, I’d go for a 62 Impala wheel, or a 59 Oldsmobile wheel. They still look very cool and period correct, but are not often seen anymore.

Here are a couple of examples from Google Images:

jimmydean · 05-31-2011, 02:38 PM

Guess I just need to get off my ass and do mine so everyone can tell me what a stupid idea it was.

<edit>I know one thing, mine will be different.

Surfdaddy · 05-31-2011, 02:42 PM

That rear bumper looks like it solves the plate rubbing on the tailgate issue.

**pdxhall** · 05-31-2011, 03:32 PM

I've decided to go with the 67 bumper on my 66 fleetside. I really like the look and I think it makes the rear look lower with the hanging plate. I also picked up this 65 Belair wheel that I'm going to try restoring.

dallas71 · 05-31-2011, 04:46 PM

63redsled...what tank and filler neck did you use on your truck???

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-31-2011, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Bad62Pro/Street

Swinging tailgates:

Some more....
I like this!

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-31-2011, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Bad62Pro/Street

CHOPPED TOPS:

One more:

Rear Fender Exhaust route:

http://www.completecustomsinc.com/cu...p-side-pickup/

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-31-2011, 08:27 PM

Flames:

'Post your 1960-1966 Flamed trucks!'‏
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...11#post4573911

http://www.kumberamotors.com/cars.htm?l=o&id=298

1Bad62Pro/Street · 05-31-2011, 08:44 PM

Pimp my '63

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02-22-2011, 11:41 AM	#76
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Unique! http://www.sporttruck.com/featuredve...c10/index.html __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

02-22-2011, 02:18 PM	#77
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas throw a few of mine in.... Attached Images __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66

02-22-2011, 10:34 PM	#78
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas People seem to dig my battery box idea... Attached Images __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

02-22-2011, 10:37 PM	#79
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas That's COOL. I hope it's bolted in or you might lose your lunch! Jocko LIKE.

02-22-2011, 10:45 PM	#80
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Yeah, the box is held down by 4 bolts that go through a metal tray, the bottom of the box and the bed wood. Aint goin' anywhere. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

03-01-2011, 05:32 PM	#81
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas There is this option as well Heavy Duty RV Battery Box. I may use this behind my seat. Heavy Duty Battery Box - (In Cab Storage)(Behind the Seat) http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...tery-box/52134 Optima Battery Dry Cell Battery: __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

03-01-2011, 05:53 PM	#82
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas For all the fellas that have been PMing me about my truck... Here are the Modifications/Customizations I have done on her lately: Cutting and welding and shoe horning in! Project: "Full Metal Yellow Jacket" Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...60#post4522760 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

05-13-2011, 09:37 AM	#84
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Front Roll Pan: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456502 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=150005 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423958 Rear Bumpers/Roll Pans: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=463338 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=366271 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=454512 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=395661 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 05-13-2011 at 09:38 AM.

05-13-2011, 09:51 AM	#85
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Fiberglass Truck Bed Lids Soft/Hard Tonneau Covers http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=463252 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3697464 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

05-13-2011, 12:33 PM	#86
tripleD Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newport,nc Posts: 234	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas bagging is next Attached Images __________________ triple d

05-13-2011, 04:40 PM	#88
csa daddy Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: evington,va Posts: 1,205	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas 67-72 i think if not then its a 73-78 or 79

05-13-2011, 04:53 PM	#89
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Yep! http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/.../t.aspx?Page=1 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

05-31-2011, 12:44 PM	#90
trustyrusty65 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 7	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Here's a weird one I found on the Sacramento Craigslist. The pic is not good, but it looks like somebody carried the body line all the way around the back of the bed and grafted the front of a 60-61 hood to the roll pan area. Here is the link to the ad:http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/2400100249.html Attached Images

05-31-2011, 01:40 PM	#91
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas What has been done for steering wheels? I see a lot of the same old thing, Impala wheel, deluxe wheel, billet/custom wheel, OE late model truck wheel, but has anyone done anything different? I know a few people have done different dashes, but it seems like everyone does the same basic wheels. Maybe I just have too many ideas that are so crazy, nobody else thinks they are worth the time/effort, or maybe I'm just crazy. I have an idea for mine, but it seems I have a taste for the hard to come by (even though this damn wheel is in 90% of the photos I've seen). I have a few options in the works and hope to have my wheel here, mocked up, and ready to roll by the end of next month. If I can't find the exact wheel I want, my second/third options are still pretty cool. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

05-31-2011, 02:23 PM	#92
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas My favorite wheel has always been the early Covico. They are distinctive in having a shallow dish and equally spaced spokes. They were very inexpensive when new, and as a result very few decent examples remain. I’ve also always favored the 58-59 Impala wheel since they day they came out. But if I were to do something different, I’d go for a 62 Impala wheel, or a 59 Oldsmobile wheel. They still look very cool and period correct, but are not often seen anymore. Here are a couple of examples from Google Images:



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05-31-2011, 02:38 PM	#93
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Guess I just need to get off my ass and do mine so everyone can tell me what a stupid idea it was. <edit>I know one thing, mine will be different. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210 Last edited by jimmydean; 05-31-2011 at 02:39 PM.

05-31-2011, 02:42 PM	#94
Surfdaddy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newhall Ca. Posts: 463	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas That rear bumper looks like it solves the plate rubbing on the tailgate issue. __________________ 1961 GMC. Start date 1/20/2011 Past projects: 1958 Fleetliner 14ft Runabout 1966 Caprice 2dr 1970 VW Squareback

05-31-2011, 03:32 PM	#95
pdxhall Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 2,084	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas I've decided to go with the 67 bumper on my 66 fleetside. I really like the look and I think it makes the rear look lower with the hanging plate. I also picked up this 65 Belair wheel that I'm going to try restoring. Attached Images

05-31-2011, 04:46 PM	#96
dallas71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Corinth,TX Posts: 444	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas 63redsled...what tank and filler neck did you use on your truck??? __________________ My 1966 LWB Truck My 1966 SWB Truck Last edited by dallas71; 05-31-2011 at 04:47 PM. Reason: spelling

05-31-2011, 08:27 PM	#99
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: (( 1960-1966 Chevy/GMC Pickup Truck Restoration/Modification/Customization Ideas Flames: 'Post your 1960-1966 Flamed trucks!'‏ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...11#post4573911 http://www.kumberamotors.com/cars.htm?l=o&id=298 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

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